Honeywell Hrhd 9 User Manual

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Package Contents
The package contains the following:
 Digital Video Recorder

 User Guide (this document)
 Multilingual User Guide (RASplus CD-ROM)
 RASplus User Guide
 Multilingual RASplus Software CD and User Guide (RASplus CD-ROM)
 DVRNS Server Software and User Guide (RASplus CD-ROM)
 Rack-mount kit
 Assembly screws guide rails for adding Hard Disk drives
 Screws for attaching SCSI connector
 Infrared remote control
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Figure 2-1 16-Channel DVR Rear Panel
Your DVR can be used with either NTSC or PAL equipment.
NoteYou cannot mix NTSC and PAL equipment. For example, you 
cannot use a PAL camera and an NTSC monitor.
Connecting the Video Input
Figure 2-2 Video Input Connectors
Connect the coaxial cables from the video sources to the BNC Video In connectors.
Connecting the Loop-Through Video
Figure 2-3 Video Loop-Through Connectors
Ethernet Port USB Port
Alarm Reset In SCSI Port
Alarm Inputs Audio In/Out...

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If you would like to connect your video source to another device, you can use the Loop 
BNC connectors.
NoteThe Loop BNC connectors are auto terminated. Do NOT connect 
a cable to the Loop BNC unless it is connected to a terminated 
device because it will cause poor quality video.
Connecting the Monitor
Figure 2-4 Video Out Connectors
Connect the main monitor to either the Video Out or SVHS Out connector.
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Connecting a VGA Monitor
Figure 2-5 VGA Connector
A VGA connector is provided so that you can use a standard, multi-sync computer 
monitor as your main monitor. Use the cable supplied with your monitor to connect it to 
the DVR.
NotePressing and holding DISPLAY on the front panel for 5 seconds 
or longer will switch the video output between Video Out (BNC or 
SVHS Out) and VGA Out. During clip copy, you cannot switch 
the video output between Video Out and VGA Out.
CautionThe DVR will NOT...

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Your DVR can record audio from up to four sources. Connect the audio sources to 
Audio In 1, Audio In 2, Audio In 3 and Audio In 4 as needed using RCA jacks. Connect 
Audio Out to your amplifier.
NoteThe DVR does not have amplified audio output, so you will need 
a speaker with an amplifier. The DVR does not have a 
pre-amplifier for audio input, so the audio input should be from 
an amplified source, not directly from a microphone.
Connecting Alarms
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GND (Ground)
NoteAll the connectors marked GND are common.
Connect the ground side of the alarm input and/or alarm output to the GND connector.
AO 1 to 16 (Alarm-Out)
Figure 2-8 Alarm Output Connectors
The DVR can activate external devices such as buzzers or lights. Connect the device to 
the AO (Alarm-Out) and GND (Ground) connectors. AO is an active low open collector 
output which sinks 5 mA@12V and 30 mA@5V. See Chapter 3, Configuration for 
configuring alarm outputs.
ARI (Alarm Reset...

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Connecting to the RS485 Port
Figure 2-10 RS485 Connector
The DVR can be controlled remotely by an external device or control system, such as a 
control keyboard, using RS485 half-duplex serial communications signals. The RS485 
connector can also be used to control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras. Connect RX-/TX- 
and RX+/TX+ of the control system to the - and + (respectively) of the DVR. See 
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Connecting to the RS232 Port
Figure 2-13 RS232 Connector
An RS232 port is provided to connect an external modem for remote monitoring, 
configuration and software upgrades, and to connect a remote control keyboard. Use 
a modem cable with a DB-9S (female) connector to connect to the DVR. See Chapter 3, 
Configuration for configuring the modem.
NoteThe DVR is not supplied with a modem cable, and many 
modems are not supplied with cables. Make certain you have the 
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CautionDo NOT connect or disconnect SCSI devices while the DVR 
power is on. The DVR must be powered down to connect or 
disconnect SCSI devices. Power up SCSI devices so they are 
ready for operation before powering up the DVR. Power down 
SCSI devices after powering down the DVR and then disconnect 
SCSI devices.
CautionIf the SCSI device is shut down while the device is operating, the 
DVR system might not operate normally.
Connecting to the Network Port...

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Factory Reset
Figure 2-16 Factory Reset Switch
The DVR has a Factory Reset switch to the left of the USB port on the rear panel. This 
switch will only be used on the rare occasions that you want to return all the settings to 
the original factory settings.
CautionWhen using the Factory Reset, you will lose any settings you have 
saved.
To reset the unit, you will need a straightened paperclip:
1. Turn the DVR off.
2. Turn it on again.
3. While the DVR is initializing, the front panel...