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Powered by Milestone Please read the following before getting started: Precautions for use Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. • The hard disk drive (HDD) contained within this Before operating this unit, please read the instructions Digital video recorder is a fragile, precision carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Read all of these instructions. Save these instructions for later use. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
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Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom) POWER SYSTEM Mains Supply (AC 230 V) Connection to the mains supply WARNING - THIS APPARATUS This unit operates on voltage of 120 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. MUST BE EARTHED WARNING: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code;...
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Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. Union. (Business users) If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product. [Other Countries outside the European Union] If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.
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Union gültig. (Geschäftskunden) Wenn Sie dieses Produkt entsorgen möchten, besuchen Sie bitte unsere Webseite www.jvc-europe.com, um Informationen zur Rücknahme des Produkts zu erhalten. [Andere Länder außerhalb der Europäischen Union] Wenn Sie dieses Produkt entsorgen möchten, halten Sie sich dabei bitte an die entsprechenden Landesgesetze und andere Regelungen in Ihrem Land zur Behandlung elektrischer und elektronischer Geräte.
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WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Alle Warnungen auf dem Produkt sowie in der Betriebsanleitung sind unbedingt zu beachten. Ziehen Sie den Netzstecker dieses Systems aus der Steckdose, bevor Sie das Gerät reinigen. Benutzen Sie keine Flüssigreiniger und keine Sprühreiniger. Verwenden Sie zum Reinigen lediglich ein leicht angefeuchtetes Tuch.
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SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN (for Germany) ACHTUNG (1) Nehmen Sie nicht die Frontabdeckung ab. (2) Falls sich die Frontabdeckung lösen sollte, setzen Sie sie sofort wieder auf. Lager- und Verwendungsort: ■ Vermeiden Sie, den Rekorder an folgenden Plätzen zu lagern oder zu verwenden. Eine Missachtung kann zu einem Fehler oder einer Störung führen.
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3 Befestigen Sie diese mit M5-Schrauben am Rack. Diese Schrauben sind im Lieferumfang des VR-N900U enthalten. Achtung • Stellen Sie keinerlei Gegenstände auf den VR-N900U, wenn dieser in einem Rack montiert ist. Dies kann durch Ungleichgewicht zum Herunterfallen des Recorders führen und Verletzungen oder Schäden verursachen.
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PRECAUTIONS Maintaining the recorder ■ Wipe the recorder with a soft cloth. Do not use thinner or benzene as this may cause the surface to dissolve or tarnish. For stubborn stains, wipe first with a water-diluted neutral detergent and then wipe Place of storage and use dry.
Getting Started Hard Disk Drive Consumable Parts The distance between the head and disk that read and write The table below is a list of the consumable parts. The parts data on the hard disk drive (hereinafter known as the HDD) is fee that accompanies these replacement and repair costs a miniscule 0.02µm.
[Camera window. Press the [ZOOM OUT/CANCEL] button Record Setting] menu. For details, please refer to the while holding down the [FUNCTION] button to change VR-N900U INSTRUCTIONS. the resolution of VGA output. [SELECT] button and indicator [ZOOM IN/ENTER] button Switches the camera selection mode on or off.
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Press to move the option highlight in the forward * The software keyboard is used to enter figures and direction in the menu windows or setup windows. characters. For details, please refer to the VR-N900U Jumps to the beginning of the next sequence on the INSTRUCTIONS.
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Jog dial [LIVE/BROWSE] button and indicator Plays back a single frame when rotated in playback Switches between the [Live Viewing] mode and mode. [Recorded Image Display] mode. The indicator lights up when [Live Viewing] mode is set. Press the [LIVE/ Shuttle dial BROWSE] button in the wallpaper screen to display the [Live Viewing] window.
LAN cable. • Do not press this button in normal circumstances. Signal input/output terminals For operating the VR-N900U using external alarm signals or signals received from external devices, or for operating [AUDIO OUT] terminal (RCA) external devices by outputting signals.
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Recording is activated in all cameras when a signal is [REC TALLY] terminal input to this terminal. Outputs the recording status of the VR-N900U. * Recording will not be started in cameras to which no video signal is being input.
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Open collector External pull-up level Make [ALARM OUT] (DC15V, 10mA or less) Individual output terminal and [WARNING OUT] COM terminal configure a [OPTION OUT 1, 2] make contact. Individual output terminals become “break” when the VR-N900U is switched to OFF.
Switching VGA monitor IP cameras CAUTION • Do not place any objects on the VR-N900U when it is Computer for configuring cameras mounted on the rack. Doing so may cause the recorder to overbalance and fall, causing personal injury or damage.
N900U is started up for the first time. Follow the instructions below to select the language you want to use. When the VR-N900U is started up for the first time, you can select the on-screen language and set automatic camera registration.
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[Auto Detect Setting] window • Selected items are indicated in orange. Note • In the VR-N900U, analog input circuitry is considered an IP video server and the IP address 192.168.201.12 has been set. You cannot change this IP address. Select [Entry] with the [SKIP] button, then press the [ZOOM IN/ENTER] button.
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Preparation After you have entered the password, press Select [Exit] with the [SKIP] button, then press the [KEY] button again to close the software the [ZOOM IN/ENTER] button. keyboard. Setup will be ended and the [Live Viewing] window will appear. You can see all the registered cameras in the Select [OK] with the [SKIP] button, then press Default View at the top of the window.
Basic Operation Viewing Live Images Selecting a Camera Image to View Press the [SELECT] button. Enter the camera number with the numeric * For details, please refer to the VR-N900U keys 1 to 9. INSTRUCTIONS. ➀ ➁ Opening the [Live Viewing] window ➂...
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Basic Operation Using Preset Positions Operating the Cameras Press the [PTZ/PRESET] button to select preset mode. You can operate the PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras using the numeric keys 1 to 9, [ZOOM OUT/CANCEL] and [ZOOM IN/ The mode switches between [PTZ] mode (indicator lights ENTER] buttons.
Viewing Recorded Images Playing Back, Skipping and Stopping Recorded Images Use the [PLAY], [SKIP] and [STOP] buttons. * For details, please refer to the VR-N900U INSTRUCTIONS. Playing Back Press the [PLAY] button. Opening the [Browse] window • Playback will start from the date and time displayed in the [Master Time] area of the [Time Navigation] window.
Possible cause and solution WARNING: HDD 0 (1) The HDD seems to be no longer serviceable. Replacement is recommended. Consult to your nearest JVC dealer. OVERHEATED! Check the temperature of the operating environment. Check that the fan unit operates properly.
Specifications ■ Appearance (Units: mm) ■ General 420 x 88 x 350 (W x H x D) Allowable operating temperature range: ..... 5°C to 40°C Allowable storage temperature range: .... -20°C to 60°C Allowable operating humidity range:....30% to 80% Power supply: ......AC 120 to 240V 50Hz/60Hz Consumption current: .........