FRC TH4 Installation Manual
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4-Channel Hybrid DVR
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TH4 Installation Guide
Table of Contents
System Components. ������������������������������������������������4
Required Tools & Equipment.������������������������������������4
System Diagram. ��������������������������������������������������������5
TH4 Series Installation.����������������������������������������������6
Installation Best Practices.��������������������������������������6
Installing the DVR.��������������������������������������������������7
Installing the Adaptor Harness (Optional).�������������8
Installing the Expansion Harness (Optional).��������8
Firmware Updates.��������������������������������������������������9
Hardware Installation Checklist. ��������������������������10
TH4 Operation.����������������������������������������������������������11
DVR Front Panel Features.����������������������������������11
DVR Back Panel Features.����������������������������������12
Video System Status.��������������������������������������������13
Video Flagging. ����������������������������������������������������14
Using On-screen Keyboards. ������������������������������14
Health Check.��������������������������������������������������������15
TH4 Administration . ������������������������������������������������16
Accessing the On-screen Display.������������������������16
Working with Video.����������������������������������������������19
TH4 Basic Configuration.����������������������������������������22
Setting up the DVR.����������������������������������������������22
Time/Date Menu.��������������������������������������������������24
Title/Display Menu.������������������������������������������������25
Camera Settings.��������������������������������������������������28
Signals Setup. ������������������������������������������������������29
Alarm Setup.����������������������������������������������������������31
Copying DVR Configuration.��������������������������������33
TH4 Advanced Configuration.��������������������������������35
Configuring Recording Settings.��������������������������35
Network Settings.��������������������������������������������������36
Advanced Network Settings.��������������������������������38
VMS Servers.��������������������������������������������������������39
G Sensor Options.������������������������������������������������40
Speed Settings.����������������������������������������������������42
GPS Settings.��������������������������������������������������������43
User Levels.����������������������������������������������������������44
System Settings. ��������������������������������������������������45
Monitor Settings. ��������������������������������������������������46
Appendix. ������������������������������������������������������������������48
Customer Service.������������������������������������������������48
Product Information.����������������������������������������������48
Warranty And End-User License Agreement.������48
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System Components
The typical installation components are listed below. The actual contents of your installation package may vary,
depending on the options selected.
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TH4 video recorder with hard drive, locking front cover, cable cover, fasteners, and mounting plate.
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Analog High Definition cameras (HD1W or HD1Q) and Analog Standard Definition cameras (CA10, CJ, CQ or RVC)
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Camera harness (HExHD for AHD and HE or HExHD for SD)
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Power harness (PH2X2MFJR)
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Adaptor harness (WT1)
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Expansion harness (optional)
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G-Sensor (G-SENSOR-EXT)
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Diagnostic button (optional) and extension cable
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Smart-Reach cellular router and Smart-Reach WiFi bridge
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Smart-Reach GPS receiver
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Portable video monitor (optional)
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SD card (optional)
Required Tools & Equipment
The DVR system must be installed by a professional installer. A professional installer has the experience and equipment
to install and configure this DVR system to run properly.
Check that you have all the system components and inspect the units for any scratches or damage before installing.
Keys included in package contents:
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DVR keys for securing the removable hard drive.
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Front cover keys for securing the removable front cover.
Configuration equipment:
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For on-screen configuration: portable video monitor and mouse.
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For vMax Web configuration: laptop and an Ethernet cable.
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System Diagram
Click here to see an Interactive System
Diagram with more information.
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Installation Best Practices
This section provides best practices for installing Seon TH4 DVRs. Before you begin, keep in mind that it is your
responsibility to avoid damaging safety or electrical systems. If you are not confident in your ability to perform the
procedures in this guide, please contact FRC Technical Service at 1.800.645.0074 or visit the FRC website Contact
page for assistance.
The following table outlines the physical and environmental requirements for installing a TH4 DVR:
VENTILATION
Install the DVR away from any sort of heat outlet, heater, or AC blower. Do not operate
the DVR in a closed-in area, or restrict ventilation in any way. The DVR requires air
circulation to maintain optimum operation temperature and provide best performance.
Do not expose the DVR to moisture!
SURFACE
Do not mount the DVR to a plastic panel or other surface that is subject to constant
vibration.
ORIENTATION
Mount the DVR in either a horizontal or vertical orientation, or hung right side up, but
NOT upside down.
CLEARANCE
Allow sufficient clearance of at least 6 inches in front of the DVR and 2 inches to each
side for removal of the security front cover and easy access to the hard drive and USB
ports. Allow sufficient clearance behind the DVR for camera cables, mounting cables,
Ethernet cables, and power cables.
MOUNTING
CABLES
The radius for the mounting cables will be dictated by the cable cover. The rear-most
surface of the cable cover will be about 3 inches from the back of the DVR to allow
camera cables to bend over each other.
ETHERNET
CABLES
Avoid right angle bends in the Ethernet cables.
POWER CABLES
Provide enough slack on the power cable to prevent any force from being exerted on the
connectors. A single 4-inch diameter loop is sufficient.
WARNING:
It is your responsibility to avoid damaging safety or electrical systems. Ensure you read and understand the TH Series DVR
Installation Requirements.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform the procedures in this manual, please contact FRC Support at 1.800.645.0074
or [email protected].
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Installing the DVR
The DVR typically ships with the locking front cover, mounting plate, and cable cover off, but in the shipping box.
The hard disk drive is in a separate box in the system shipping kit.
To install the DVR:
1. Select an appropriate mounting location and
orientation: horizontal or vertical.
2. Insert a hard drive in the DVR.
3. Insert the key into the hard drive lock and rotate a
quarter turn to lock the drive.
4. Use the mounting plate to mark the desired position
of the DVR and drill the four mounting holes.
5. Fasten the mounting plate to the mounting surface
with the four self-drilling screws.
6. Slide the rear bottom edge of the DVR into the spring
tab on the back edge of the mounting tray.
7. Attach the front bottom edge to the front of the DVR
using the two pan-head Phillips screws.
8. Connect the necessary cables and components.
9. Attach the cable cover to the DVR using the thumb
screws provided.
10. When DVR installation is complete, attach the front
door by hooking the door along the top edge and
turning the key to the locked position.
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Installing the Adaptor Harness (Optional)
The Adaptor Harness (Part # WT1) connects the DVR to Signal inputs, and to the optional Event/Diagnostic button
and Wake on Input trigger.
Installing the Expansion Harness (Optional)
The Expansion Harness (Part # 060-1059) can connect the TH4 DVR to Student Tracking and Rear Vision systems,
and provide a digital output to trigger other devices when an Alarm is detected.
To install the Adaptor Harness, connect the 2x6
Microfit to the SIGNALS socket on the DVR.
Then:
1. Connect the 5 signal input wires.
2. Connect the 1x5 Microfit to the Adapter
harness for the Event/Diagnostic button
(optional).
3. Remove the 1x3 Microfit and connect the
green and black wires to a Wake on Input
trigger (optional).
To install the Expansion Harness, connect
the 2x4 Microfit connector to the EXPANSION
socket on the DVR. Then:
1. Connect the 4-pin to the Student Tracking
harness (optional).
2. Connect the 2-pin to the Rear Vision
System harness (optional).
3. Connect the Digital Out black and blue
wires (optional) as shown in the Installation
Diagram.
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To update the Firmware version:
1. Power up the DVR using the vehicle ignition.
2. Insert the USB memory device with the new firmware version into the USB port on the DVR.
3. After the DVR starts up, right-click in the On-screen
Display and select
Configuration -> System -> Program Update
4. In the Program Update tab, click Update. A confirmation
window appears.
5. Click Yes to proceed or No to cancel. Yes starts the
firmware update, and a progress bar displays the
percentage complete.
6. Once the update is finished, the DVR
automatically restarts.
7. Remove the USB memory device.
Firmware Updates
Firmware controls how DVR features operate, including the Playback and Configuration menu displays. Seon may
direct you to install a firmware update when new features are added or specific issues are addressed.
The current firmware version appears in the top-right corner
of every Configuration menu. For instructions on opening the
Configuration menus, see TH Administration: Accessing the
On-Screen Display.
Only install firmware updates as directed by FRC Service.
NOTE: Firmware Updates
After restarting, the DVR may take up to 3 minutes to load and complete the upgrade. Wait until the DVR finishes loading.
NOTE: Completing Upgrade
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HARNESSES (CAMERA, RECORDER, AND ACCESSORIES)
Ensure cables and harnesses are properly secured.
Check that sharp metal edges are not touching cables or harnesses.
Ensure connections are solid (no shorts).
CAMERAS
Ensure tight mounting.
Examine the internal harness connections and ensure they are solid.
Ensure the lid is properly seated on the gasket and secured tightly.
Check camera(s) field of view.
DVR
Ensure tight mounting.
Check that all connections are tight.
SYSTEM
Install fuses.
Plug portable video monitor into DVR, and power up the DVR from the vehicle ignition.
Configure the DVR to required specifications locally using the mouse and monitor, or remotely by accessing
vMax Web via WiFi or Ethernet using a PC. For more information, see "Basic Configuration" on page 21.
Confirm the LAN, HDD, and PWR status indicators on the DVR front panel work properly.
Confirm that all cameras and audio sources operate properly.
Test audio/video record and playback.
Reformat the hard drives by navigating to Main Menu Configuration System Program Update
Format. A warning message tells you all data will be erased. Click Yes. When the process completes and
a message appears, click OK. Exit the Configuration setting menu, and system setup is complete.
Fasten and lock the front cover. Secure the cable cover on the DVR using the screws provided.
Hardware Installation Checklist
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TH4 Operation
DVR Front Panel Features
1. DVR Drive lock requires the DVR drive key to
unlock and remove the DVR drive.
2. DVR Drive for playback, remove the drive and use
the HDD Dock connected to a PC.
3. LAN Port RJ45 Ethernet connector for a laptop,
Smart Reach Mobile wireless equipment, or other
accessories.
4. Status Lights:
•
TEMP flashes quickly when the DVR cannot
power up due to temperature limitations VOLT
flashes slowly when the DVR cannot power up
due to voltage limitations.
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POWER illuminates when the DVR is powered
on.
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HDD illuminates when the DVR is accessing
the drive.
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LAN illuminates when there is network activity
on the Local Area Network connection.
5. Mouse Port connection for USB mouse (shown
with slot dust cover).
6. USB Port (shown with slot dust cover) supports
USB devices used to:
•
copy video and audio information
•
export video clips
•
update DVR firmware
•
import/export configuration data and archives
7. AUDIO-RCA jack for audio output. 8. VIDEO RCA
jack for video output (playback and live viewing
with a portable monitor).
8. VIDEO-RCA jack for video output (playback and
live viewing with a portable monitor).
9. SD Card Slot Cover- SD card for recording low
resolution ("R2") backup video stream.
10. TEMP POWER. Powers on the DVR for five
minutes if held for more than 5 seconds. Powers
down the DVR if held for more than 5 seconds in
temporary power mode or in shutdown sequence
with ignition off.
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DVR Back Panel Features
1. CTRL - control connector for Seon equipment
2. GPS - input connector for GPS receiver
3. CAM 1 to CAM 4 - input connectors (6-pin) for six
cameras
4. Fan - outflow fan
5. G-SENSOR - input for optional G-force sensor unit
6. POWER - input for power harness.
7. EXPANSION - connector for communicating with
other devices
8. SIGNALS - connector for signal harness, with an
optional adapter for the alarm button/diagnostic
indicator
9. WIFI - dedicated Ethernet port for connectivity
with Smart-Reach Lite wireless bridge and other
equipment
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Video System Status
How do I know the DVR is working properly?
Vehicle Operators should check that the DVR status light
turns solid green approximately two minutes after vehicle
ignition is on. Any deviations (flashing green, yellow, or red)
should be reported to a supervisor.
If your system is equipped with the optional Event/Diagnostic Button (left image), or the RGY Indicator (right
image), colored lights provide status details:
EVENT/DIAGNOSTIC BUTTON
RGY INDICATOR
OFF
Power Down
OFF
Powered Down
FLASHING GREEN
On (Not Recording)
RED
On (Not Recording)
SOLID GREEN
On (Recording)
SOLID GREEN
On (Recording)
YELLOW
On (Recording, but there
is video loss from one or
more cameras)
TIP: Status Light
Ensure status light is solid green.
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Video Flagging
Flagging and Event
Under normal conditions, the DVR is continuously recording when the vehicle ignition is on. If something happens that
should be flagged for review, press the Event Button (A) to ensure the event is easy-to-find later.
Each time you flag an event with the Event Button, the system places a special Alarm tag on the video, as well as the
date and time. Upon playback, any triggered Alarms are displayed, and the reviewer can jump directly to the tagged
sections and see the associated video (details depend on how the DVR is configured). For more information on
accessing and viewing recorded video, see the vMax View User Guide.
If your organization uses Commander, tagged video is automatically downloaded and made available to reviewers
when your vehicle returns to the depot. For more information, visit the Seon Documentation Library and read the
Commander User Guide.
Using On-screen Keyboards
Entering Data
Before you proceed, you will need a portable video monitor and a USB mouse connected. To use a mouse for entering
text and numbers in OSD fields:
1. Click in an OSD field that accepts text or numbers as input. The on-screen keyboard (text or numeric, as shown
below) pops up on the screen.
2. Click text or numbers to enter values with the virtual keys. Cancel closes the keyboard without saving changes.
3. When you're done, click Enter to save changes and close the keyboard.
The Event Button must be installed in the vehicle in
order to flag video. For more information, contact
FRC Support.
NOTE: Event Button
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Health Check
The Health Check tab provides information on hard drive temperature, hard drive operational hours, Ethernet
connections, and general DVR health.
Before you begin a Health Check, power up the DVR with a monitor and USB mouse connected, then right-click in
Live view and select Configuration.
To display Health Check information:
1. Select Title/Display
2. Health Check
MENU ITEM
DESCRIPTION
HARD DRIVE
TEMPERATURE
Current temperature inside the drive.
To choose whether this value displays in Fahrenheit (USA) or Celsius
(Canada), use the Titles and Display o Internal Temperature Units setting.
HARD DRIVE HOURS
The number of hours the drive has been powered on since it was manufactured.
GENERAL HEALTH
Result of the drive subsystem self-check: green indicates normal operating
status, while red means a drive failure was detected.
LAN FRONT
Connectivity indicator: green when a cable is connected from the DVR's front
LAN port to an operational network device; otherwise red.
MODEM
Connectivity indicator: green when a cable is connected from the DVR's rear
Modem port to an operational network device; otherwise red.
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TH4 Administration
Accessing the On-screen Display
Video Configuration, Playback, and Archiving
There are two ways for Installers and System Technicians to access DVR configuration, playback and archiving
features:
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Locally, via the On-screen Display (OSD) and portable video monitor, as described in this tutorial.
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Remotely, via vMax Web browser interface and wireless or Ethernet connection. For more information, find the vMax
Web User Guide here.
For full-featured video review, searching, and archiving, we recommend vMax View video management software on a
Windows-based computer. For more information, see the vMax View User Guide in the Seon Documentation Library.
To use the On-screen Display:
1. Connect a portable video monitor to VIDEO OUT on
the DVR front panel.
2. Plug a USB mouse in a USB socket on the front of
the DVR.
3. Power up the DVR. The DVR splash screen appears
briefly. The system displays live camera feeds, as
described below in the following section Live View.
Right-click anywhere in the OSD screen to view the
Main Menu:
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Configuration - access DVR menus to set up
the system.
For more information, see TH Configuration:
Setting up the DVR.
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Playback - Search, Playback, and Archive video
directly from the DVR.
For more information, see TH Administration:
Working with Video.
Using the On-screen Display
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Live View
During live viewing and recording, in addition to active
camera feeds, the information displayed on the OSD
includes the items shown in the image and table
For how to configure camera titles, see TH4
Configuration: Camera Settings.
FEATURE
DESCRIPTION
[MAIN_TITLE]
Main title of the DVR; max. 32 characters.
[CAMERA_TITLE]
Appears in the top-left corner of each viewing section (in the example, "FRONT",
"MID"....)
HD SIZE
Formatted size of the DVR internal drive, in gigabytes (GB). The second value
in square brackets is the size of the SD card. "OFF" indicates the storage media
is not present.
HD USED
Percentage of recorded video on the DVR hard drive. The second value in
square brackets indicates the percentage of recorded video on the SD card.
"OFF" indicates the storage media is not present.
At 100%, the message displayed depends on the Repeat Record settings in the
Recording Settings menu.
VERSION
Connectivity indicator: green when a cable is connected from the DVR's rear
Modem port to an operational network device; otherwise red.
STATUS
DVR operational status:
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- LIVE (live mode - not recording)
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- PLAYBACK (DVR playing locally)
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- RECORD (normal recording)
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- ALARM (alarm recording)
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- V.LOSS (video loss or camera signal loss)
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SPEED DISPLAY
Vehicle speed in MPH or Km/h.
VOLTAGE
System voltage from 8 to 32 VDC.
TEMPERATURE
DVR temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius.
TIME AND DATE
Current/recorded time and date.
GPS COORDINATES
If GPS is connected, the actual coordinates (latitude, longitude, and heading)
appear. If GPS is connected but the satellite signal is not being received, zeros
are displayed.
AC (ALARM COUNT)
Number of alarms triggered. Resets to 0 when DVR is restarted.
FAN
Highlights to indicate trouble with the DVR fan.
GSN
Highlights when external G-Sensor is connected.
IG
Highlights when vehicle ignition is on.
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Working with Video
Playing Back and Copying Video
To search, play back, and archive video from the OSD (On-Screen
Display) menus:
1. Connect a portable monitor and USB mouse, and power up the
DVR. For more information, see TH Administration: Accessing the
On-Screen Display.
2. Right-click anywhere in the OSD view to access the Main Menu.
3. Click Playback.
4. In the center of the Playback View, click the Show/Hide icon. The
Playback Toolbar appears.
5. Click the icons to browse video and
archive clips.
Playback Toolbar
This image displayed in the following page shows the Playback Toolbar. The corresponding features are explained in
the table accompanying the figure.
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ICON NAME
FUNCTION
A
Start of clip/End of clip
Sets the start of clip and the end of clip points for archiving.
B
Search
Searches by Date, Time, Alarm, Signals, or System Event.
C
Archive
Displays the Archive window to save a video clip to USB memory
device.
D
Fast Rewind
Reverses playback. With playback paused, each click reverses the
video by one frame.
E
Play/Pause
Starts/pauses playback.
F
Fast Forward
Fast forwards playback. With playback paused, each click advances
the video by one frame.
G
Individual Camera/Multi-view
Displays camera 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or multi-view.
H
Audio
Cycles through Audio for channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6.
I
Metadata Text Overlay
Turns on text overlay: temperature, system voltage, GPS data
(if recorded), speed, date, and time. For more information, see
Metadata Details in TH4-CONF2: Title/Display Menu
J
Show/Hide Playback Tool Bar
Shows/hides the playback tool bar.
Exit
Closes the On-Screen Display
Searching Video
The DVR includes a simple, powerful search feature that quickly finds recorded information by Date and Time, Alarm,
Signals, or System Events
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To view the Search menu:
1. From the Playback Toolbar, click Search icon (B).
The Search tab appears (options displayed depend on
the Search Only pull-down menu selection):
2. Use the Start/End Date and Time fields to set the
desired period to search. For instructions on how to
enter numbers into the Date and Time fields, see TH4
Operation: Using On-screen Keyboards.
3. If desired, use the Search Only pull-down and
submenus to specify Alarms, Signals, or System Events
to search.
4. Click Search.
•
If Search Only is set to Time: Playback starts from
the specified time and date (if the video exists on the
hard drive).
•
If you select Alarms, Signals, or System Events,
The DVR retrieves a list of recorded video segments
containing the specified event type. Select an
item from the list, then click Play to view the video
captured when the event occurred.
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TH4 Basic Configuration
Setting up the DVR
DVR Menu Access
You can configure the DVR with its local on-screen menus using a monitor and mouse, or through a Web browser
on a connected laptop. These settings can also be accessed remotely over a wireless network.
A - Local access with On-screen Display (OSD) menus:
Connect a portable monitor to the VIDEO OUT RCA jack on the DVR front panel and plug a mouse into the
USB port to work with configuration settings. For more information, see TH Administration: Accessing the
On-screen Display.
To set or change a password, right-click in Live view, then choose the Configuration --> System Password options.
B - Local access with vMax Web menus:
Configure the network connection on a PC (for more information, see the vMax Web User Guide), then connect to
the DVR with an RJ45 Ethernet cable. You can then use vMax Web to configure the DVR via Internet Explorer.
The default network settings only allow connecting the DVR to a laptop using an Ethernet cable.
For remote network access, consult your IT staff or Seon Design Service to configure the DVR to be on the
same subnet as the laptop.
C - Remote access with vMax Web menus:
If you have Seon Smart Reach wireless access, you can also access the DVR remotely using vMax Web via
Internet Explorer. Contact the Seon Support team for more information.
Basic DVR Configuration Setting
The DVR menu defaults cover most operation settings, but some basic customer and region specific settings need
to be configured for the DVR to operate optimally:
MENU NAMES
REQUIRED SETTINGS
Time and Date/DST Settings
Select display formats.
Enter the current time and date, including Daylight Saving if applicable.
Select the Time Zone.
If GPS is installed, set GPS Time Sync ON to detect time and vehicle location
Time/Display
Enter the vehicle number in Main Title, and choose the information that displays
as text when video appears
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Time/Display --> Monitor
Settings
If a Rear Vision Camera is installed, select monitor output settings.
Record
Set the Record Delay Off to 15-20 minutes for post trip check.
If Wi-Fi is used, set the Power Delay Off to 2 hours for archive download.
Record --> Camera
Turn off any unused camera channels, to avoid VLOSS events.
Alarms and Signals --> Alarms
Configure each alarm depending on source (Signals, Speed, G Sensor, GPS
Fence, Wake).
Alarms and Signals --> Signals
Configure which signals will trigger alarms. Excessive speed and G Sensor
readings can be set as signal outputs.
Alarms and Signals --> Speed
If the DVR is used in Canadian fleets, select the KPH speed units.
Alarms and Signals --> (TH4
external G Sensor)
If a G Sensor is installed, Calibrate.
Network
If Wi-Fi network is used, set addresses as instructed by administrator.
System
Select the audio channel to output from the DVR audio RCA socket.
If Diagnostic Indicator or RGY Illuminator is installed, select it here.
System --> Program Update
Upload DVR configuration if necessary.
Format the hard drive after all settings have been made.
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Time/Date Tab
Ensure that the Time/Date settings are correct for the customer location/time zone - the DVR date and time are
used as an index for searching, archiving, and downloading video, and appear during playback.
To update Date/Time settings:
1. Select Time/Date to display the tab.
2. Select fields and/or use menus to make your changes
(menu options are described below). For details on
entering data with the mouse, see TH Operation: Using
On-screen Keyboards.
3. Click Back to save the settings and return to the
Configuration menu.
MENU ITEM
DESCRIPTION
Daylight Saving
Leave ON and at default dates unless in an area
that does not use daylight savings (e.g. Arizona,
Saskatchewan).
Click DST Settings and ensure the Start/End dates and
times apply to your location.
[ON]
Time Zone
Select your local time zone.
[UTC-05
Eastern
Standard
Time]
Time Format
Choose 12 or 24-hour display.
[12 hour]: 12:00 am to 11:59
pm
[24 hour]: 00:00 to 23:59
Time
Input the correct time
Date Format
Select the preferred date format
[MM/DD/YYYY]
[YYYY/MM/DD]
[DD/MM/YYYY]
Date
Set the date for the DVR.
GPS Time Sync
If GPS is installed, set this ON to have the system time
automatically updated when satellites are detected.
[OFF]
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Title/Display Tab
All options are set to display by default. You can turn OFF items that are not of interest so the related text will not appear.
To update Date/Time settings::
1. Select Title/Display to open the tab.
2. Enter the apparatus number in the Main Title field (if it is
not already there).
For details on using the On-screen keyboard, see Using
On-screen Keyboards.
3. Choose the desired display settings, as described in
Menu Options, below.
For information about display items, see Metadata
Details, below.
MENU ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE
[DEFAULT]
Main Title
Enter the apparatus number
MAIN_TITLE
Titles Display
Display/hide Main Title and Camera Titles
[ON], OFF
Time/Date Display
Display/hide time and date
[ON], OFF
Record Status Display
Display/hide DVR recording status (LIVE=showing camera
feeds, RECORD=storing video, V.LOSS=video loss).
[ON], OFF
System Data Display
Display/hide DVR system metadata: HDD Size, % Full
HDD, Voltage, Firmware Version, Fan Failure, and Internal
Temperature. For more information, see Metadata Details
below.
[ON], OFF
Metadata Display
Display/hide DVR metadata: Signals, GPS, Speed, Ignition
State, GSensor, and Alarm Count. For more information,
see Metadata Details below.
[ON], OFF
Internal Temperature
Units
If Metadata Display is ON, display the ambient temperature
inside the DVR in degrees. Select F (Fahrenheit) in the USA
or C (Celsius) in Canada.
[F], C
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DATA ITEM
DESCRIPTION
A
HD Size
Hard drive size (GB)
B
HD Used
Percentage of drive space used. If the Record o Repeat Record
setting is ON, displays "Repeating". For more information, see TH
Configuration: Recording Settings
C
Version
Firmware version
D
Status
DVR status: (LIVE=showing camera feeds, RECORD=storing
video, V.LOSS=video loss)
E
Speed
Vehicle speed
F
Voltage
System input voltage
G
Temperature
Ambient temperature inside the DVR (F=Fahrenheit, C=Celsius)
H
Signals
When a signal activates, the Label is displayed. For more
information, see
TH Configuration: Signals
I
GPS Coordinates
Latitude/longitude, and elevation. If GPS is connected but satellite
signals are not being received, zeros appear
J
Alarm Count (AC#)
The current number (19) of triggered Alarms. The value resets
to 0 when the DVR restarts. For more information, see TH
Configuration: Alarms
K
Ignition (IG)
Vehicle ignition state (highlighted=ignition on, dimmed=off)
L
Fan
Fan failure notification (highlighted=failure, dimmed=normal)
M
G-Sensor (GSN)
G Sensor threshold incident (highlighted=threshold exceeded). For
more information, see TH Configuration: G Sensor Options
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Setting the Cameras
When a DVR is installed with less than the full number of cameras connected, disable the unused camera input settings
to prevent the DVR from generating Video Loss (VLoss) events for those camera inputs. In the DVR Configuration
menus, disable settings for unused camera inputs as follows:
•
Record FPS OFF
•
Record Camera Audio OFF (to save disk space)
•
Alarm/Signal Alarms FPS OFF
To set the cameras:
1. Select Title/Display to open the tab.
2. Enter the apparatus number in the Main Title field (if it is
not already there).
For details on using the On-screen keyboard, see Using
On-screen Keyboards.
3. Choose the desired display settings, as described in
Menu Options, below.
For information about display items, see Metadata
Details, below.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Title
For each camera, enter a name that describes the view it is
recording. For example: "Front", "Step", "Mid", "Rear", "Stop Arm".
For instructions on how to enter text with the mouse, see TH
Operation: Using On-screen Keyboards.
Camera titles display in live views and during playback. For more
information, see Metadata Details in TH Configuration: Title/
Display Menu.
[Channel01]...[Channel04]
FPS
Leave channel speed at the default setting unless you have
special requirements.
This sets the recorded frame rate, per second.
[15 fps.], OFF, 1 fps, 5 fps,
7 fps, 10 fps, 15 fps, 20
fps,
30 fps
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Quality
Leave channel resolution at the default setting unless you have
special requirements.
This sets the recording resolution (in pixels). Higher resolution
reduces the amount of video (recording time) that can be stored.
SD source:
[720x480], 720x240,
360x240
1MP source:
[1280x720], 640x360,
320x180
Audio
Leave ON unless the camera is mounted on the exterior of the
vehicle, or if you have special requirements.
Setting Audio ON enables audio recording for the input channel.
Turn OFF Audio for unused camera channels.
[ON], OFF
Apply CH1
to All
Click to apply settings selected for Channel 1 to all cameras.
n/a
Camera
Advanced
Click to access the Camera Advanced tab and adjust settings for
each camera with CoC (Control over Coax).
n/a
Configuring Signals
The DVR supports 10 independent signals. The first five are dedicated input wire (signal harness) connections: LT (left
turn signal), STP (stop), BRK (brake), WRN (warning lights), and RT (right turn signal).
The last five can be set for other functions, such as an excessive speed event or when the installed G-sensor exceeds
a threshold.
When a signal is activated, the associated 3-character label appears on-screen during video playback. For
example, "BRK" appears when the brake pedal is applied. For more information, see Metadata Details in TH
Configuration: Title/Display Menu.
It is important to understand that you can also search video for signal events. For example, you can find every
instance when the warning lights were activated. For more information, see the View User Guide and TH
Administration: Working with Video.
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To Configure Signals:
1. Select Alarm/Signal Signals to open the tab.
2. Configure signals as required.
Each signal displays its status (label) when active,
and can also trigger an Alarm. For details, see Menu
Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Signal
Signals 1 through 5 are hardwired inputs, received through the
signal harness (LT/left turn signal - black wire, STP/stop - green
wire, BRK/brake - red wire, WRN/warning lights - brown wire, and
RT/right turn signal - white wire). When these triggers are active,
they generate signals and display associated labels during video
playback.
Signals 6 through 10 can be user-defined.
n/a
Label
You can edit the on-screen display text label (maximum 3
characters) to describe each signal as desired.
For instructions on using the mouse to enter data, see TH
Operation: Using On-screen Keyboards
Labels 1 through 5: [LT],
[STP], [BRK], [WRN], [RT].
Labels 6 through 10: [S06],
[S07], [S08], [S09], [S10]
Level
Control how the signal senses activation: choose Active H (high) if
the circuit rests at 0 VDC and goes to 12 VDC when active; choose
Active L (low) if the circuit rests at 12 VDC and drops to 0 when
active.
[Active H], Active L
Alarm
Select the alarm number if the signal is also used to trigger an
alarm. The alarm's input must also be set up in the Alarms menu.
Note: assigning alarms to the the default signals 1 through 5 is
generally not recommended, since these would be continually
triggered by normal vehicle operation.
[OFF], ALM1, ALM2,
ALM3, ALM4
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Alarm Setup
Triggered alarms create searchable flags in the recorded video, making it easy to locate alarm events and associated
metadata later (for details, see the vMax View User Guide).
You can also tell the system to switch to higher recording quality settings when an alarm is triggered - for example, to
help identify people or license plates when reviewing video of the event.
If the system is wirelessly enabled with Commander, flagged video can be automatically downloaded to your network
(for more information, see the Commander User Guide).
The DVR supports 4 independent Alarms. By default, Alarm 1 is connected to the optional Event/Diagnostic button
installed in the vehicle, for use by the operator (for more information, see Flagging Video for Review). Alarms 2-4 can
be triggered automatically by vehicle speed, a G-sensor threshold, GPS fencing, or when a Signal is activated.
To Configure Alarms:
1. Select Alarm/Signal Alarms to open the tab.
2. Configure Alarm settings as required. For details, see
Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
Select higher speed (FPS), Quality, and Resolution in Alarm Settings to increase video quality for a short
duration to record an alarm event. Higher quality video involves greater storage requirements, which reduc-
es the amount of video you can store before it is overwritten. Therefore, a DVR usually records in a mode
that conserves storage space.
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ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Alarm
Click to display settings for the selected Alarm.
By default, Alarm1 is connected to the DVR Event/Diagnostic
button. Alarms 2-4 can come from Signals, GPS geo-fencing,
G-sensor, or Excessive Speed.
[Alarm1], Alarm2, Alarm3,
Alarm4
Duration
The length of time after the alarm has been triggered that
flagged video is recorded at the alarm speed (FPS), quality,
and resolution settings described below.
0, 5, 10, [30] sec., 1, 3, 5,
10, 15, 20, 30, 45 min
Input
Applies to Alarm 1 only. When triggered with the Seon Event/
Diagnostic button, use the default setting.
Control how the alarm input senses activation: choose "N.O."
(Normally Open) if the circuit rests at 0 VDC and goes to 12 VDC
when active; choose N.C. (Normally Closed) if the circuit rests at
12 VDC and drops to 0 when active.
[N.O.], N.C.
FPS
For each channel, the recording speed in FPS (Frames Per
Second) used when the alarm is triggered.
If the DVR normally records at a mid-range or low FPS to conserve
storage space, set a higher FPS value to increase video quality for
a short duration to record an alarm event.
OFF, 1, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20,
[30] FPS
Quality
For each channel, the recording quality used when the alarm
is triggered.
The DVR offers a range of quality settings, from 1 (low) to 4 (high).
1, 2, [3], 4
Resolution
For each channel, the recording resolution (in pixels) used
when the alarm is triggered. The higher the recording resolution,
the better the picture looks, but the shorter the recording time on
a hard drive.
Details depend on the camera connected to the channel (HD 720p
or Standard Definition). The highest supported resolution is the
default, and two lower-quality options are available.
[1280 x 720].
[720 x 480].
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Copying DVR Configuration
Understanding Configuration Files
A configuration file preserves a particular DVR setup, so you can apply the settings to other DVRs in a single
operation. You create a named configuration file, which contains all a DVR's current Configuration menu settings.
If you need more than one system setup for your fleet (for example, a specific number of cameras and viewpoints
for different vehicle configurations), build a separate configuration file for each situation.
You can load a configuration file onto DVRs during installation or when changes are required, and all settings are
applied automatically.
Copying DVR Settings
Before copying configuration, ensure the DVR is set up for specific vehicle type and mobile surveillance
requirements, including camera names/channels, recording parameters, Alarm and Signal assignments, system
preferences, and networking details.
For more information, see TH Configuration: Setting up the DVR.
This procedure requires physical access to the DVR you want to copy settings from, a portable video monitor, a
USB mouse, and a USB storage device formatted by a Windows computer using the FAT.
3. Right-click anywhere in the OSD view to access the
Main Menu.
4. Select Configuration System Program Update.
5. In the Store Current Configuration to: pull-down menu,
select USB Device.
6. Click the File Name field and use the on-screen
keyboard to change the configuration file name
(maximum 4 characters). Best practice is to choose a
name that references the fleet and/or configuration type.
7. Click Store. In the confirmation that appears, click Yes.
8. Click OK. The configuration file is created on the
USB device.
To create a configuration file:
1. Insert the USB storage device in the USB port on the DVR's front panel. For more information, see TH4
Operation: Front and Rear Panel Features.
2. Access the OSD (On-Screen Display). For details, see TH Administration: Accessing the On-Screen Display.
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Applying DVR Settings
For new DVR installations, apply predefined settings from a configuration file on a USB memory stick.
Once a DVR is set up, you can also upload a new configuration file by connecting to the DVR over a network, or via
the Commander application if the DVR is equipped with wireless capabilities. Commander can also perform batch
updates on multiple DVRs (for more information, find and read the Commander Setup and User Guide here).
5. Select Configuration System Program Update.
6. Use the Load Configuration menu to select the desired
file.
Note: only the 10 most recent configuration files in the
root folder of the USB drive are available from the drop-
down menu.
7. From the Include Network pull-down menu, select
whether or not to overwrite DVR network settings:
•
No keeps existing DVR network settings.
•
Yes overwrites DVR network settings with
configuration from the file.
To copy configuration to a DVR from a USB storage device:
1. Power up the DVR using the vehicle ignition.
2. Connect the portable video monitor and USB mouse.
3. Insert a USB storage device containing a configuration file into the USB port on the DVR.
4. From the On-Screen Display, right-click anywhere in Live view to display the Main Menu.
8. Click Load, then select Yes in the confirmation dialog
to proceed.
9. Click Back in the Program Update and System Settings tabs to return to the Configuration Menu.
10. Remove the USB memory device.
11. Confirm that the new configuration settings have been applied.
Open the Configuration menu and verify all Time/Date settings. Also be sure to update vehicle-specific
configuration, including:
•
Title/Display Main Title - generally contains the apparatus #/vehicle ID where the DVR is installed
•
Network configuration (if the DVR is equipped with wireless capabilities)
•
Alarm/Signal G Sensor calibration (if the external G-Sensor is installed)
For more information, see TH Configuration: Setting up the DVR.
IMPORTANT
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Configuring Recording Settings
To Configure Recording Settings:
1. Select Record to open the tab.
2. Set the record and power delay timers. For details, see
Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, or click Camera to
configure resolution, recording speed/quality, and other
camera options.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Repeat
Record
Leave this setting at the default [ON] for the storage media
to loop, and record over the oldest video when it becomes
full (the "HD Used" metadata item displays "Repeating" - for more
information see TH Configuration: Title/Display Menu).
When set to OFF, the DVR stops recording when storage is full
("HD Used" displays 100%).
[ON], OFF
Record-On
Delay Time
Leave at default to let the voltage settle after the vehicle starts
up to prevent voltage drops affecting the DVR.
Enables a time delay after the vehicle ignition is turned on until the
DVR starts.
[15 sec.], 30 sec., 1 min., 5
min., 10 min., 20 min., 30
min.
Record-Off
Delay Time
To keep the DVR and cameras on after the ignition turns off
(e.g. to record the post-trip check), set this to 10 or 20 min.
Enables a time delay to continue recording after the ignition signal
to the DVR is turned off. The power output connector on the DVR
rear panel remains active during this time.
[15 sec.], 30 sec., 1 min., 5
min., 10 min., 20 min., 30
min.
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Power-Off
Delay Time
If the system is not using Wi-Fi, use the default setting. If Wi-
Fi is used, set to 2 hours or more. For more information, see the
Commander Setup and User Guide.
This sets the time delay from the record delay until power is shut off.
The delay begins after "Record Delay Off" time ends. During this
time, cameras are turned off and recording is stopped. However,
the control connector on the DVR rear panel remains active to
allow peripherals such as Smart-Reach to be powered up during
the power delay time.
[15 sec.], 0 sec., 30 sec.,
1 min., 5 min., 10 min., 20
min., 30 min., 45 min., 1
hr., 2 hr., 4 hr.
Record2
Leave at the default setting unless instructed otherwise.
Unless set to OFF, the DVR records a low resolution second video
stream at the selected frame rate. The DVR can record video in two
streams: one at high resolution for full, detailed event information,
and the other (Record2) at lower resolution for fast downloading or
real-time viewing over a low bandwidth network such as a cellular
link. In the event of an emergency, if the system is configured
with Smart-Reach cellular hardware and a cellular plan, Record2
allows quick access to video online. Use the Record2 setting to
specify a lower per second recording (frame rate) for the second
video stream.
[5 fps], OFF, 1 fps, 2 fps, 3
fps, 4 fps, 5 fps
Network Settings
A qualified IT administrator is required to provide information and configure Network Settings and
Advanced Network settings.
These tasks should only be performed by Seon Engineering services or the fleet system administrator.
•
Each host (computer) connected to the network must have a unique IP address.
•
If the DVR is attached to a WiFi bridge, change these settings to those supplied by the system
administrator.
•
If the IP information is changed and saved in a configuration file for upload to other DVRs, their settings
must also be updated. For more information, see TH Configuration: Copying DVR Configuration.
Contact Seon Engineering Services or Technical Support to assign an IP address or reset the Smart-Reach
Mobile wireless bridge, or for more information.
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To configure Network Settings:
1. Select Network to open the tab.
2. Configure settings as required. For details, see Menu
Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, or click Camera to
configure resolution, recording speed/quality, and other
camera options.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Setting
Type
Contact your administrator to configure the setting type and IP address.
OFF disables all Ethernet capability.
Static IP is a permanent address on the network, assigned by the network
administrator. DHCP (Dynamic Host configuration Protocol) automates
the assignment of IP addresses in a network.
If DHCP is used, the subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server are
configured automatically, and only the HTTP Port field is editable.
[Static IP], OFF, DHCP
IP
Address
Enter the DVR IP Address, as determined by a qualified network expert.
[169.254.1.1]
Subnet
Mask
Enter the Subnet Mask, as determined by a qualified network expert.
[255.255.0.0]
LAN
Gateway
Gateway address uniquely identifies a host or computer on the LAN,
which connects the subnet to other networks. Enter the LAN Gateway,
as determined by a qualified network expert.
[169.254.1.1]
DNS
Server
Uses an IP address composed of four octets, separated by decimals.
[0,0,0,0]
MAC
Address
MAC (Media Access Control) is the DVR's unique hardware number.
Fixed
HTTP
Port
Typically, leave the HTTP Port set to 80, unless otherwise instructed by
IT personnel.
80
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Advanced Network Settings
Configuring Advanced Settings
Use the Advanced Settings (vMax Live Plus) tab to set up the DVR to connect with vMax Live Plus via a cellular
modem. For more information, see the resources available on the vMax Live Plus product page.
To configure Advanced Settings:
1. Select Network Advanced to open the tab.
2. Configure settings as required. For details, see Menu
Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Integrated VML
(vMax Live)
Set ON to enable the integrated VML feature. OFF disables the
integrated VML feature.
[OFF], ON
LAN Range
If the customer network is outside of the DVR network: set the
customer network’s LAN range as determined by a qualified network
expert.
Note: There must be a value in this field. If not used, enter a dummy
IP address such as 10.10.0.0.
[0.0.0.0]
LAN Subnet
Mask
Set the LAN subnet mask used for the LAN Gateway Destination
range as determined by a qualified network expert. Use a value
between 0 and 32.
[16]
iVML IP
Address
Enter the iVML IP Address as determined by a qualified network
expert.
[172.30.2.2]
Menu Options
A qualified IT administrator is required to perform network configuration, including assignment of
IP addresses.
A cellular modem or gateway must also be installed and configured.
Contact Seon Engineering Services or Technical Support for more information.
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iVML Subnet
Mask
Set the subnet mask for the iVML IP Address as determined by a
qualified network expert. Use a value between 0 and 32.
[24]
Default
Gateway
Enter the Default Gateway IP address for communicating with the
cellular modem, as determined by a qualified network expert.
[172.30.2.1]
VMS Servers
Configuring VMS Servers (Commander Settings)
To configure VMS Servers:
1. Select Network Advanced VMS Servers to open
the tab.
2. Configure settings as required. For details, see Menu
Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back on
successive screens to return to the Configuration menu.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Heartbeat
Interval
As determined by a qualified network expert, select an interval to
transmit DVR status messages to all available VMS Servers.
We recommend a Heartbeat Interval setting of one minute.
[OFF], 1 min, 2 min,
3 min, 4 min, 5 min
Port
Enter a Port for VMS Heartbeat communication as determined by a
qualified network expert.
We recommend the default Port setting.
[31503]
Menu Options
A qualified IT administrator is required to perform network configuration, including assignment of IP
addresses.
A wireless bridge and an access point must also be installed and configured.
Contact Seon Engineering Services or Technical Support for more information.
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Servers 1 to 10
Hostname/IP
Address
Up to 10 server hostnames or IP addresses that can receive VMS
heartbeat messages from the DVR as determined by a qualified
network expert.
Maximum 64
characters.
G-Sensor Options
Configuring G-Sensor Options
i.
Ensure the G-Sensor unit is mounted securely
with the arrow toward the front of the vehicle.
The orientation of the device has no impact on its
performance provided that the arrow has been
appropriately pointed towards the vehicle's front.
The unit connects to the G-SENSOR port on the
DVR rear panel. For more information see the TH4
Quick Install Guide
ii. Click Calibrate.
The X, Y, and Z axis planes are set, based on the
mounting surface. When the process is complete,
click OK in the confirmation dialog.
3. If required, adjust G-Sensor settings. For details, see
Menu Options, below.
4. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
To configure G-Sensor settings:
1. Select Alarm/Signal G-Sensor to open the tab.
2. If this is a new system installation, or the G-Sensor unit has been relocated, perform the following Calibration
procedure:
The G-Sensor must be calibrated when initially installed or if the unit is relocated, and the procedure
must be performed on the vehicle (i.e. not by connecting to the DVR from a remote location).
G-Sensor settings can be adjusted to fit specific requirements. Note that if thresholds are set too low and
alarms are enabled, many alarms may be generated. Details are provided below.
NOTE: Calibration
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ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Axis
X - forward/back axis
Y - left/Right axis
Z - vertical axis
Vector - combination of X and Y axes (to capture driver behavior
incidents)
Accident - combination of X and Y axes (higher threshold settings, to
capture vehicle accidents)
n/a
Current
The current (live) values measured by the G Sensor (display only)
n/a
Threshold
Set from 0G to 6.0G. This value configures the threshold level. Any
value beyond the threshold triggers the output, as configured in the
Output field.
X = [+/- 2.00]
Y = [+/- 2.00]
Z = [+/- 3.00]
V = [+ 3.00]
A = [+ 5.00]
Output
If the specified G Sensor threshold value is exceeded, the DVR
triggers the selected output (DVR log entry, Signal, or Alarm).
[OFF], Log,
S01-S10, ALM1-
ALM4
Peak
Use the observed peak values to refine threshold settings.
Peak values reflect detected G Sensor levels for axis, Vector, and
Accident activity.
n/a
Menu Options
FRC recommends the default G-Sensor settings for large apparatus movement detection.
Smaller vehicles may require lower thresholds - some experimentation may be necessary to define the optimal
configuration for each vehicle type. If thresholds are set too low, they may generate many alarms.
TIP: G Sensor settings recomendation
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Speed Settings
Configuring Speed Settings
To configure Speed Settings:
1. Select Alarm/Signal Speed to open the tab.
2. Configure speed settings as desired. For details, see
Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Speed Units
Choose MPH in the US, or Km/h in Canada.
The speed display units; the GPS signal is converted to display
speed in the selected units.
[MPH] - Miles
per hour, KM/h -
Kilometers per hour,
KTS - Knots
Speed Limit
Enter a speed limit to trigger notifications.
If an Excessive Speed Action is selected, this value triggers a
notification if exceeded by vehicle speed.
[0]
Excessive
Speed Action
Settings other than OFF trigger the selected action (S1-S10=Signal,
ALM1-ALM4=Alarm, Log=DVR log entry) when the vehicle exceeds
the specified Speed Limit.
[OFF], Log, S1 -
S10, ALM1 - ALM4
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GPS Fencing
Configuring GPS Settings
To configure GPS Settings:
1. Select Alarm/Signal GPS to open the tab.
2. Configure speed settings as desired. For details, see
Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Fencing Alarm
ALM settings trigger the selected Alarm when the vehicle crosses the
fencing boundary, as defined by the selected coordinate style.
[OFF], ALM1 - ALM4
Coordinate
Style
Circle - sets the area for GPS fencing by identifying the center point
and radius. This option only displays "Circle center" and "Radius"
data entry fields.
Rectangle - Sets the area for GPS fencing by upper left and lower
right rectangular coordinates. This option only displays the "Top Left"
and "Bottom Right" data entry fields.
[Circle], Rectangle
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Circle Center
Enter latitude and longitude of the fencing center point.
[000.00.00]
Radius
Define the size of the fencing area diameter, in miles or kilometers.
[1 Mile]
Top Left
Enter the latitude and longitude of the top left point of the fencing area.
[000.00.00]
Bottom Right
Enter the latitude and longitude of the bottom right point of the fencing area.
[000.00.00]
User Levels
Configuring User Levels
To configure User Levels:
1. Select Network User Levels to open the tab.
2. The default "Admin" user cannot be changed. Add
other users with access levels as required.
Enter user names, passwords, and assign levels.
For details, see Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save changes, then click Back again
to return to the Configuration menu.
Users logging on to the DVR should have password control to protect the DVR from being accidentally reconfigured.
The default password is 11111111.
For security purposes, Seon recommends default login and system settings passwords should be changed.
Keep a copy of your password in a secure place, in case it is lost or forgotten.
NOTE: Password Control
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ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE [DEFAULT]
Name
User names for remote access to the DVR.
Names are case-sensitive, maximum 8 characters.
[Administrator] for
User 1
[Blank] for other
Users
Password
Set a password for each user - maximum 8 characters.
[11111111]
Level
Assign each remote user a specific access level:
Administrator - complete DVR control; only Administrators can change
User Levels.
Configure - playback rights, plus general DVR configuration (cannot edit
User Levels).
Playback - only viewing and archiving recorded video and viewing live video.
[Administrator] for
User 1, [Playback]
for other Users,
Configure
Menu Options
System Settings
Configuring System Settings
To configure System Settings:
1. Select System to open the tab.
2. Adjust system settings as required.
For details, see Menu Options, below.
3. Click Back to save changes.
This tab allows control of system-level settings and functions that should only be changed by
authorized individuals.
The Password applies to local DVR access, and generates a prompt when the unit powers up, before any other
features become available. The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the
default password should be changed. Keep a copy of your password in a secure place, in case it is lost or stolen.
NOTE: Settings and Password
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ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE
[DEFAULT]
Password
Enable
When set to ON, local access to the DVR On-screen Display (including all
DVR control, configuration, and playback features) requires the System
Settings password.
[OFF], ON
Password
Maximum 8 digits.
[11111111]
Audio Output
Channel
Select the audio channel output through AUDIO RCA connector on the
DVR front panel.
[1], 2-6
Diagnostic
Indicator
Select the type of system status indicator installed in the vehicle (for more
information, see TH Operation: DVR Status).
[Button], RGY
Illum
Language
Select a language for the DVR On-screen Display and vMax Web UI.
[English],
Espanol,
Francais
Menu Options
Monitor Settings
Configuring Monitor Settings
Monitor Settings control camera feeds sent to both the Video Out RCA jack on the DVR front panel and the Expansion
socket on the rear panel.
To configure Monitor Settings:
1. Select Title/Display Monitor Settings to open
the tab.
2. Configure options as required. For details, see Menu
Options, below.
3. Click Back to save settings, then click Back again to
return to the Configuration menu.
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ITEM
DESCRIPTION
VALUE
[DEFAULT]
Front Default
Display
Select the default monitor display setting: all cameras (# UP) or a
single camera (choose the Channel it is connected to).
[# UP], Channel
01...
Display
Switch
Enable or disable switched display.
Select ON if you want to switch the monitor display from the default setting
to another camera feed based on an Alarm, a Signal, or a specified time,
as per the options detailed below (these parameters are unavailable
when Display Switch is OFF).
[OFF], ON
Switch To
When Display Switch is ON, select the camera feed to activate based
on the Alarm, Signal, or Timer setting described below.
You can choose to display a single camera (by Channel number), all
connected cameras (# UP), or to show each active camera feed in
sequence (Sequence - applies only to the Timer option described below).
Channel 01...,
[# UP], Sequence
Switch On
Set the trigger type that will activate the camera feed selected in the
Switch To setting and cause it to display in the monitor output.
Then, from the pull-down menu below, select a specific Alarm, Signal, or
Timer setting.
Alarm, [Signal],
Timer
Alarm
(Signal or
Timer)
For Alarm or Signal trigger types, choose the specific Alarm/Signal to
activate the selected camera view in the monitor output display when
Display Switch is ON. For example, the ALM1 setting switches monitor
output to the view selected in the Switch To option for the duration of
ALM1.
For the Timer trigger type, select the amount of time each active video
channel displays during rotation. For example, 10sec changes channels
between valid camera inputs every 10 seconds.
[ALM 1]...
[Signal 1]...
[3 sec.], 5 sec, 10
sec. 30 sec.
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Appendix
FRC Customer Service and Product Support:
(8am to 5pm EST weekdays)
•
Main Phone: 631.724.8888
•
Fax: 631.360.9727 (24 hours)
•
Website: Contact FRC
If your DVR is to be returned, please contact Technical Support, and provide the model and/or serial number of your
unit. Ask for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. An RMA number allows the Service Technicians to
better track your product when it comes in for service. Please show the RMA number on the outside of the package.
ANY RETURNED PRODUCT WITHOUT AN RMA NUMBER MAY BE REFUSED.
Product Information
For product information and documentation related to the TH4 Hybrid 4-Camera system, please visit the inView
Guardian product page on the FRC Website.
Or, for additional information, you may wish to visit Safe Fleet Community website. Please contact FRC Service
for the username and password to this online help community website. If you do not have access credentials,
please contact Technical Support.
Warranty
Complete warranty details are available online:
FRC Limited Warranty Page