SVAT CV503-8CH User manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model#:
CV503-8CH
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8 Channel H.264 Smart LCD-DVR Security System
w/ Coaching iMenu and Night Vision Surveillance Cameras
COMPLETE SYSTEM
CV301-8CH
NEED
HELP?
DO NOT RETURN THIS
PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Please contact a SVAT customer support representative rst regarding any additional information on
product features, specications or assistance with setup.
Please contact us via one of the methods below:
Toll free telephone:
1.866.946.7828
For more product information visit www.SVAT.com
Email:
support@SVAT.com
Online live web chat:
Visit www.SVAT.com
Toll free fax:
1.888.771.1701
Note: This is manual version 1.0 for this product, you may nd updated versions by visiting our website.
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IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN MONITOR
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PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION
Please visit our website at www.SVAT.com
for information about your product’s warranty.
We take quality very seriously. That is why all of our products come with a one year warranty from the original purchase date
against defects in workmanship and materials. If you have warranty or support issues please contact us using any of the following
methods:
Phone: 1.866.946.7828 SVAT USA SVAT CANADA
Fax: 1.888.771.1701 60 Industrial Parkway #Z64 4080 Montrose Road
Email: support@SVAT.com Cheektowaga, NY Niagara Falls, ON
Website: www.SVAT.com USA 14227 Canada L2H 1J9
Warranty Terms
1. SVAT products are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship
and materials. This warranty is limited to the repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price at SVAT’s option.
2. This warranty becomes void if the product shows evidence of having been misused, mishandled or tampered with contrary
to the applicable instruction manual.
3. Routine cleaning, normal cosmetic and mechanical wear and tear are not covered under the terms of this warranty.
4. The warranty expressly provided for herein is the sole warranty provided in connection with the product itself and no other
warranty, expressed or implied is provided. SVAT assumes no responsibilities for any other claims not specically
mentioned in this warranty.
5. This warranty does not cover shipping costs, insurance, or any other incidental charges.
6. You MUST call SVAT before sending any product back for repair. You will be sent a Return Authorization number with
return instructions. When returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all
supplied accessories, and enclose your original receipt or copy, and a brief explanation of the problem (include RA #).
7. This warranty is valid only in Canada and the continental U.S.
8. This warranty cannot be re-issued.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................3
WHAT IS INCLUDED ............................................................................................... 3
FEATURES ............................................................................................................ 4
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................ 5
BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................................. 6
BASIC SETUP ........................................................................................................8
Things to Consider Before Installation ........................................................................8
Mounting the Cameras ...............................................................................................8
Connecting Peripheral Cable .......................................................................................9
Wiring Diagram for Cameras ....................................................................................... 9
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL DEVICES ....................................................................... 10
Connecting a USB Mouse .......................................................................................... 10
Connecting a Monitor ............................................................................................... 10
Connecting a PTZ Camera ......................................................................................... 10
POWERING ON DVR ............................................................................................. 11
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................... 11
Using the Mouse ....................................................................................................... 11
Viewing Your Cameras ..............................................................................................11
FUNCTION MENU ................................................................................................ 12
Function Menu Options ............................................................................................12
MAIN MENU ....................................................................................................... 15
Using the Keyboard .................................................................................................. 16
Camera Setup ........................................................................................................... 16
Privacy Zone .............................................................................................................18
Record Setup ............................................................................................................20
Network Setup Menu ................................................................................................ 22
Video Search .............................................................................................................25
Devices .....................................................................................................................27
HDD .......................................................................................................... 28
Alarm Setup..............................................................................................30
PTZ Setup .................................................................................................31
Mobile Setup ............................................................................................31
Motion Detection ...................................................................................... 32
System Setup ............................................................................................................34
Date and Time ...........................................................................................34
Password Setup ........................................................................................37
Video Setup .............................................................................................. 38
Language ................................................................................................. 39
System Information .................................................................................. 39
Maintenance............................................................................................. 40
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PLAYBACK .......................................................................................................... 41
Playback through DVR ..............................................................................................41
Computer Playback ................................................................................................... 42
File Viewing..............................................................................................43
Software Functions ..................................................................................44
Bottom Playback Functions ......................................................................45
NETWORK GUIDE ................................................................................................ 48
Requirements ...........................................................................................................48
Connecting DVR to a Router ...................................................................................... 48
Finding your DVR’s IP Address ................................................................................... 49
Preparing your Computer for Viewing the DVR .........................................................49
Log in to the DVR ......................................................................................................52
Installing ActiveX Controls ........................................................................................ 52
Viewing DVR Outside Of your Network ..................................................................... 53
Option 1 ................................................................................................... 54
Option 2 ....................................................................................................55
Testing Port Forwarding ...........................................................................56
If You Cannot Connect ...............................................................................57
DDNS Setup ..............................................................................................................58
Logging into Software .............................................................................................. 61
ONLINE SOFTWARE ............................................................................................. 62
Live Mode .................................................................................................................63
PTZ Options ..............................................................................................................64
PLAYBACK ......................................................................................................... 65
PLAYING BACK FOOTAGE ...................................................................................... 66
SETUP ........................................................................................................... 67
NETWORK SETUP MENU ....................................................................................... 70
MOBILE VIEWING ................................................................................................ 74
DVR TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................... 79
DVR SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... 81
CAMERA MANUAL ............................................................................................... 83
What’s Included ........................................................................................................ 83
Features ....................................................................................................................83
Wiring Diagram for Cameras ..................................................................................... 84
Drilling Template ......................................................................................................84
Camera Specications ...............................................................................................85
Camera Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 86
REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................................................... 87
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................... 87
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INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Congratulations on your purchase of the ClearVu 503 8 Channel LCD-DVR! This user friendly system will allow you to
monitor and protect your home or business. The coaching iMenu makes setting up and using your DVR very easy with
helpful information bubbles that to assist you in using and setting up your system. The CV503-8CH comes equipped
with H.264 compression which allows you to record and store more footage using less space, so you will never miss an
important event. This manual was written to ensure that you get the most out of your CV503-8CH DVR.
4 x Outdoor Night
Vision Cameras
4 x Window Warning Stickers DC12V Power Adapter
for DVR
4 x 60ft 4 PIN DIN to RCA
(male) Power Cables
10ft RJ-45 Cable Software and Manual CD 4 port power supply
for Cameras
10 x RCA to BNC Connectors USB Mouse
IR Remote Control
19” LCD-DVR (500GB
Hard Drive Installed)
Peripheral Cable
• 4 x Camera Mounts
• Camera Mounting
Hardware
• Quick Start Guide
• Power Adapter for
Camera
• 1 Year Warranty
• 24/7 Lifetime Live
Customer Support
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FEATURES
View Online or on a Smartphone
This system allows you to check on your footage, no matter white time it is or where you are in the world. You have
the power to access your DVR’s footage over the internet1 or directly from your iPhone® or BlackBerry ®2 smartphone.
All-In-One Security System
Sync combines a vibrant 19” LCD monitor with a powerful DVR system. The compact design is sleek, stylish and easy
to setup. The LCD DVR can even be wall mounted, allowing you to save more space when protecting your property.
500GB HDD Records in Real Time
Using cutting edge H.264 compression, you can record over a month of continuous video.3 The footage records in real
time (30 frames per second) so that when you play your footage back, it streams awlessly and ensures that you never
miss a thing.
Night Vision Equipped Cameras
Each camera comes equipped with 12 infrared LEDs allowing you to see any monitored area in total darkness, up to
15ft away!4
Four Professional Grade Weather Resistant Cameras
Each camera comes equipped with a Sharp® CCD image sensor which provides you with a clear picture at 420 TV lines
of resolution. Made with professional grade aluminum and a sunshade to prevent glare and deterioration.5
Protect your assets with Privacy Masking
The unique privacy masking option protects privacy and liability by allowing you to block certain objects from being
viewed or recorded. Mask out employee rest areas or alarm systems where special codes need to be entered so that
you and your employee’s rights are protected.
Multiple Viewing Options
Multiple viewing options allow you to view eight cameras at once, four cameras in quad screen or one camera at a
time. You can also cycle through each camera in sequence mode or view up to three cameras with the unique Picture
in Picture option.
Multiple USB Backup Options
A built-in USB port gives you multiple back up options. If you want to keep footage for safety purposes or if you need
to give the authorities footage, you can choose to transfer to a USB ash drive, external hard drive or an external CD/
DVD writer.6
Advanced Recording options
The motion detection option allows you record only when motion is detected so that you save hard drive space and
still record all the important events. You can even ensure that false alarms are not triggered by easily blocking out
areas with constant movement.
24/7 Scheduled Recording
You have the option to record constantly, record based on a set schedule or record when only motion is detected. You
can set each camera to record a specic schedule and choose which days of the week and hours of the day, you want
to record.
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FEATURES
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
For more optional accessories, please see the back of the manual or visit: www.SVAT.com
• CVW62 (60 ft. Extension Cable)
Expandable up to 8 Total Cameras
This system comes with four cameras and allows you expand it to up to eight cameras total. This allows you to expand
your system as your monitoring needs expand, so that you won’t have to purchase an entirely new system. Compatible with
any SVAT VU301-C or VU5-C cameras.
Included Mouse and Remote Control
The Included Mouse and remote control allow you to navigate through the menu easily and hassle free.
Password Protection
Password protection ensures that only authorized people can view your footage or adjust your DVR settings.
Search by Date, Time or Event7
You can search for footage by date, time or event so that you can nd the specic footage you are looking for quickly.
Removable HDD with Key Lock
The 500GB HDD is removable for easy access if you need to give footage to the authorities. It is also locked into your
system with a key so that unauthorized people cannot remove your HDD.
24/7 Lifetime Live Customer Support
Assistance is available whenever you need it. Our customer support team can be reached by phone 24/7, email or live
web chat, so you will always have access to an expert.
Disclaimers
1. Requires broadband router and broadband Internet connection–not included. Internet Explorer® is required.
2. Compatible with BlackBerry® Bold™, Tour™ and Storm™. For an updated list of compatible models please visit www.svat.com
3. Recording capacity may vary based on recording resolution and quality, lighting conditions and movement in the scene. Based on a
500GB hard drive, using lowest quality settings.
4. IR illumination range up to 15ft under ideal conditions. Objects at or beyond this range may be partially or completely obscured,
epending on the camera application.
5. Although the cameras are water resistant, they are not waterproof. Cameras are not intended for use in direct exposure to water, rain or
snow.
6. USB ash drive, CD/DVD writer, and external hard drive not included.
7. Video playback software is not Mac compatible.
iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. BlackBerry is a registered trademark of Research in Motion Limited, Internet Explorer is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation and Sharp is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation
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BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS
1. Power Connection: LCD-DVR Power Connection
2. LAN Connection: Connects to Router
3. Mouse Connection: Connection for USB Mouse
4. USB Connection: Connection for USB device
5. Audio Out: Connection for audio device
6. Video Out: RCA video out jacks for spot monitors
7. Power Switch: Power on/o switch
8. External I/O Connect “PERIPHERAL CABLE” here
LCD-DVR LEFT SIDE
1. Removable HDD: The Hard Drive is located here for
quick and easy access
2. ON/O: Turns monitor display on / o
3. Menu: Toggles adjustment for monitor
display
4. Up: When changing monitor display,
this button increases the value
5. Down: When changing monitor display,
this button increases the value
LCD-DVR RIGHT SIDE
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1. Numerical Keypad: Buttons 1-8 will display the
corresponding camera on
full screen
2. All: Switch to quad viewing mode
3. Menu: Access the main menu and exit
the current menu
4. Select/Enter: Allows you to select options
5. Directional Keys: Allow you to navigate through
the menu
6. Audio/Search: Searches and nds any
channels that have an audio
supported camera attached to
it (not included)
7. Mute: Mutes sound
8. Rewind: Rewinds footage
9. Record: Begins recording based on the
24 hour schedule
10. Pause: Pauses playback footage and
starts/stops sequence mode
11. Play: Calls up the playback menu
12. Fast Forward: Fast forwards through
playback footage and allows
you to navigate the menu to
the right
13. Stop: Stops recording and/or
playback footage
REMOTE CONTROL
MOUSE
1. Select: Click this button to select
highlighted object
2. Scroll Wheel: This wheel has no function on
this DVR
3. USB Connection: Connects to the USB mouse
port on the left side of the DVR
4. Deselect: Pressing this exits the menu
you are in. If you are in live
view it will open the
sub menu
BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS
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