TruVision DVR 10 - UTCFS Global Security Products
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TruVision DVR 10 - UTCFS Global Security Products
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FAQ Guide<br />
<strong>TruVision</strong><br />
TM<br />
<strong>DVR</strong> <strong>10</strong><br />
4-channel H.264 Digital Video Recorder
Table of Contents<br />
Introduction............................................................................................................... 1<br />
Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................................1<br />
Access......................................................................................................................... 1<br />
What is the default passcode for the TVR <strong>10</strong>.........................................................................................................1<br />
I’ve lost my passcode for the front panel and I can't get into the menus or connect<br />
via the Ethernet port.............................................................................................................................................................1<br />
How many user accounts can I create on the TVR <strong>10</strong> ......................................................................................1<br />
How do I install the browser software.......................................................................................................................1<br />
When I try to connect to a TVR <strong>10</strong> with my browser, I get a message that says,<br />
“Please check digicap.ocx.” What should I do......................................................................................................1<br />
How many concurrent users can connect to a TVR <strong>10</strong> ....................................................................................2<br />
Firmware/upgrade ........................................................................................................................................2<br />
How do I upgrade the firmware of the <strong>DVR</strong> ...........................................................................................................2<br />
Whenever I upload the latest flash update file, I get a flash error. What’s wrong ..............................2<br />
Network ...........................................................................................................................................................2<br />
Does the TVR <strong>10</strong> support DDNS....................................................................................................................................2<br />
What ports need to be forwarded for remote access to TVR <strong>10</strong>..................................................................2<br />
How do I change the IP address on the TVR<strong>10</strong>.....................................................................................................2<br />
Usability...........................................................................................................................................................2<br />
How do I playback video on a PC.................................................................................................................................2<br />
Can I search playback by hours and minutes on a TVR <strong>10</strong>.............................................................................3<br />
I want to search for motion events, but I’m having problems.......................................................................3<br />
The IR remote does not work, why..............................................................................................................................3<br />
Where do I get the TVR <strong>10</strong> player application so I can playback video on my PC...............................3<br />
How do I acknowledge an alarm to shut it off from the front panel..........................................................3<br />
What is variable and constant bit rate When would I use one over the other ..................................3<br />
What PTZ protocols are supported.............................................................................................................................3<br />
Does the KTD-405 keyboard work with the TVR <strong>10</strong> ............................................................................................3<br />
What is the minimum and maximum distance of the IR remote control.................................................3<br />
How do you set up motion detection from the front panel of the <strong>DVR</strong>.......................................................3<br />
Surveillance ....................................................................................................................................................4<br />
What conditions will trigger the alarm out .............................................................................................................4<br />
Video quality...................................................................................................................................................4<br />
What is the maximum rate in terms of frames per second (fps) I can set for my cameras............4<br />
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Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................................4<br />
Will the TVR <strong>10</strong> work with an intrusion alarm system .......................................................................................4<br />
What are the system requirements of the PC to run the Browser ..............................................................4<br />
Technical .........................................................................................................................................................4<br />
Why are there so many recorded files and how are the record files organized ..................................4<br />
What is H.264 video compression...............................................................................................................................5<br />
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................5<br />
How can I reduce the risk of power surges from lightning strikes damaging my <strong>DVR</strong>s...................5<br />
Service and support ......................................................................................................................................5<br />
Where can I find the latest documentation............................................................................................................5<br />
Where can I find warranty information on GE <strong>Security</strong> equipment............................................................5<br />
How do I return GE <strong>Security</strong> equipment for repairs............................................................................................5<br />
Does GE <strong>Security</strong> provide product training.............................................................................................................5<br />
Technical support ..................................................................................................................................................................6<br />
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Introduction<br />
Overview<br />
This is the GE <strong>Security</strong> <strong>TruVision</strong> <strong>DVR</strong> <strong>10</strong> (TVR <strong>10</strong>) Frequently Asked Questions. This document answers typical<br />
questions about the TVR <strong>10</strong> digital video recorder. The questions are divided into several categories.<br />
Access<br />
Q: What is the default passcode for the TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: The default passcode for the TVR <strong>10</strong> is:<br />
Account: admin<br />
Passcode: 1234<br />
This passcode is also required when logging in using the browser software.<br />
Q: I’ve lost my passcode for the front panel and I can't get into the menus or connect via the Ethernet<br />
port.<br />
A: If the user account was setup by the admin account, then log-in as admin and change the passcode, or<br />
delete and create a new account. If the admin passcode is lost, you will need to send the <strong>DVR</strong> to the GE<br />
Service Center for reconfiguration of the <strong>DVR</strong>. (See Service and support questions.)<br />
Q: How many user accounts can I create on the TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: The administrator may create up to 15 user accounts. Each user may have a unique passcode. The<br />
same user name and passcode is also used for remote browser log-in.<br />
Q: How do I install the browser software<br />
A: If the TVR <strong>10</strong> is set up on a static IP address, simply type the IP address of the <strong>DVR</strong> into the address box in<br />
your web browser. Do not enter leading zeros. For example, the IP address is 192.168.020.012; enter this in<br />
your browser as 192.168.20.12. Also, make sure you have admin rights on your computer to install ActiveX<br />
controls. Your browser security settings should also enable or prompt for Signed ActiveX controls to be installed<br />
and run on the computer.<br />
Q: When I try to connect to a TVR <strong>10</strong> with my browser, I get a message that says, “Please check digicap.ocx.”<br />
What should I do<br />
A: If you have used the computer to connect to a TVR <strong>10</strong> before this, go to the C:\windosw\system32 folder<br />
and delete the digicap.ocx file.<br />
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Q: How many concurrent users can connect to a TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: The TVR <strong>10</strong> supports up to 6 simultaneous remote users plus the local <strong>DVR</strong> user. Users may be logged in<br />
as user or admin.<br />
Firmware/upgrade<br />
Q: How do I upgrade the firmware of the <strong>DVR</strong><br />
A: The firmware may be upgraded via the USB port or via the Browser. See the User’s Manual for specific<br />
instructions.<br />
Q: Whenever I upload the latest flash update file, I get a flash error. What’s wrong<br />
A: The TVR <strong>10</strong> has detected a problem with the flash file or the USB flash drive. Try downloading the flash<br />
file again and perform the flash operation with the newly downloaded file. If that doesn’t work, try using a<br />
different USB flash drive device to load the file onto the TVR <strong>10</strong>. If you still can’t update the firmware, contact<br />
technical support for assistance.<br />
Network<br />
Q: Does the TVR <strong>10</strong> support DDNS<br />
A: Yes, the TVR <strong>10</strong> supports Dynamic Domain Name Service (DDNS) through DynDNS website<br />
(www.dyndns.com) which is a free service.<br />
Q: What ports need to be forwarded for remote access to TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: As a default, ports 80 and 8000 need to be forwarded in the router/switch to the TVR <strong>10</strong> IP address. Refer<br />
to the router manufacturer’s installation instructions for port forwarding information.<br />
Q: How do I change the IP address on the TVR<strong>10</strong><br />
A: At the <strong>DVR</strong>, log in as admin. Use the front panel buttons, mouse or IR remote control to navigate to the<br />
Network menu and change the IP address, submask, gateway and DNS.<br />
Usability<br />
Q: How do I playback video on a PC<br />
A: When archiving video, there is a player that can be exported from the <strong>DVR</strong>. The player is also on the CD<br />
that shipped with the TVR <strong>10</strong>.<br />
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Q: Can I search playback by hours and minutes on a TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: Yes, the TVR <strong>10</strong> lets you search by hour and minute.<br />
Q: I want to search for motion events, but I’m having problems<br />
A: When searching video for motion events, make sure the record option is set to Motion + Alarm, or Motion<br />
OR Alarm.<br />
Q: The IR remote does not work, why<br />
A: Check the ID code in the TVR <strong>10</strong> and make sure it is set to 255 [default setting]. If you want to program a<br />
different ID number, you will need to program the <strong>DVR</strong> and the IR remote to use the same ID number, between<br />
1 and 254.<br />
Q: Where do I get the TVR <strong>10</strong> player application so I can playback video on my PC<br />
A: When you archive a video clip from the <strong>DVR</strong> via the USB port, the player application will automatically be<br />
added to the export media. The player is also available on the CD that shipped with the <strong>DVR</strong>.<br />
Q: How do I acknowledge an alarm to shut it off from the front panel<br />
A: Log in to the <strong>DVR</strong> and select Utilities. Select Alarm, and click STOP.<br />
Q: What is variable and constant bit rate When would I use one over the other<br />
A: Use of variable bit rate helps reduce file size—which means that the HDD can store more days of recorded<br />
video and less data is needed to transmit over a network, making the <strong>DVR</strong> more network friendly.<br />
Q: What PTZ protocols are supported<br />
A: There are over 30 PTZ protocols supported in the TVR <strong>10</strong> including GE RS-422, GE RS-485, Pelco P & D.<br />
Check the user’s manual for additional PTZ protocols.<br />
Q: Does the KTD-405 keyboard work with the TVR <strong>10</strong><br />
A: Yes, if configured properly. The 405 keyboard will not control the <strong>DVR</strong> front panel, but will enable command<br />
and control of PTZ cameras.<br />
Q: What is the minimum and maximum distance of the IR remote control<br />
A: It is suggested to use the IR remote control within 2- to 15-feet. This assumes line of sight. Point the<br />
front of the IR remote to the front of the TVR <strong>10</strong>.<br />
Q: How do you set up motion detection from the front panel of the <strong>DVR</strong>.<br />
A: It is easiest to configure motion detection using the mouse or IR remote control.<br />
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Surveillance<br />
Q: What conditions will trigger the alarm out<br />
A: The relay output can only be triggered by a hardwired alarm input.<br />
Video quality<br />
Q: What is the maximum rate in terms of frames per second (fps) I can set for my cameras<br />
A: The TVR <strong>10</strong> has a maximum of 120 fps at CIF resolution. The maximum frame rate (per channel) at the<br />
various resolutions:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
4CIF: 6 fps per channel (applies to both NTSC and PAL)<br />
DCIF: 12 fps per channel (applies to both NTSC and PAL)<br />
2CIF: 15 fps per channel (applies to both NTSC and PAL)<br />
CIF: 25fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC) per channel<br />
Compatibility<br />
Q: Will the TVR <strong>10</strong> work with an intrusion alarm system<br />
A: Yes, but there are limits. The TVR <strong>10</strong> alarm relay (output) can be used to generate an alarm input to an<br />
intrusion alarm system. Vice versa, the intrusion alarm system can output an alarm as an alarm input to<br />
the TVR <strong>10</strong> to trigger video recording per camera.<br />
Q: What are the system requirements of the PC to run the Browser<br />
A: Intel-based or compatible PC with 1 GHz speed:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
1 GB RAM or more<br />
Windows XP or later<br />
IE 6.x or later<br />
Network connection with appropriate ports open in firewall at both client and <strong>DVR</strong> side of network<br />
cloud.<br />
Technical<br />
Q: Why are there so many recorded files and how are the record files organized<br />
A: The TVR<strong>10</strong> uses “HDD pre-allocation technology”. By pre-allocating the hard disk drive into sections of<br />
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128MBs, the hard disk drive will not be fragmented. So the sizes of the recorded files are all 128MBs. But<br />
there are exceptions—such as when you set the <strong>DVR</strong> to event recording (i.e. motion detection, alarm, video<br />
tampering) the recorded files will have different file sizes up to 128MBs.<br />
The benefit of not having the hard disk drive fragmented is shorter average seek times when accessing the<br />
hard drive to search, archive, and/or playback video. This results in faster performance.<br />
Q: What is H.264 video compression<br />
A: H.264 video compression (also known as MPEG-4 AVC or MPEG-4 Part <strong>10</strong>) contains a number of new<br />
features that allow it to compress video much more effectively than older H.263, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4<br />
compression standards. H.264 compression is a standard that provides more flexibility, more compression,<br />
easier transport of video data over networks and more storage of video on Hard Disk Drives.<br />
Maintenance<br />
Q: How can I reduce the risk of power surges from lightning strikes damaging my <strong>DVR</strong>s<br />
A: There are several third-party external surge-protection devices you can use to reduce damage caused<br />
by lightning. We strongly recommend that you use these devices with <strong>DVR</strong>s operating in a lightning-prone<br />
geographical areas.<br />
Service and support<br />
Q: Where can I find the latest documentation<br />
A: Go to our website www.gesecurity.com. From the Customer Support menu, select the Resource Library<br />
link. After you register and log on, you may search for the documentation you need.<br />
Q: Where can I find warranty information on GE <strong>Security</strong> equipment<br />
A: Go to our website at www.gesecurity.com. From the Customer Support menu, select Return and Warranty<br />
Policy Statement or Terms and Conditions Policy Statement.<br />
Q: How do I return GE <strong>Security</strong> equipment for repairs<br />
A: You will need to request an RMA (return material authorization) by contacting the appropriate customer<br />
service center listed in the Return and Warranty Policy Statement. Go to our website at<br />
www.gesecurity.com. From the Customer Support menu, select Return and Warranty Policy Statement.<br />
Q: Does GE <strong>Security</strong> provide product training<br />
A: GE <strong>Security</strong> provides online and classroom training for selected products. To view available online training<br />
for GE <strong>Security</strong> products, go to our website at www.gesecurity.com and select the Training link.<br />
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Q. Technical support<br />
A: 888 GE <strong>Security</strong> (888.437.3287), toll-free in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada.<br />
+1.503.885.5700 outside the toll-free area, or contact your local dealer.<br />
www.gesecurity.com<br />
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