Page 2 - Thank you for choosing First Alert for your security needs!; introduction; thank you
Page 2 Welcome Thank you for choosing First Alert for your security needs! For more than half a century, First Alert has made the home-safety and security products that make your job easier. Our products are built to the highest standard which has earned us a leadership role in the home-safety and s...
Page 3 - Page 3; key product features; Main Description; selected menu items
Page 3 introduction key product features Main Description Sixteen channel H.264 digital video recorder with Internet remote surveillance, motion detection, PTZ and alarm control suitable for applications such as high-end residential - new or remodel, light commercial, small business/retail, small wa...
Page 4 - Page 4; section description; Introduction; table of contents
Page 4 section description Page number 1 Introduction 2-3 2 Safety 6 3 Product Overview 7 What is in the Box 7 DVR Controls Front Panel 8 Back Panel 9 Remote Control 10 Mouse Controls 11 Camera Power Connections 12 Connecting Devices 12 4 Initial Setup - System Operation 13 System Start Up 13 Defaul...
Page 5 - Page 5; Advanced Operation
Page 5 introduction table of contents section description Page number 6 Advanced Operation 22 Alarm 22-23 Alarm Setup 22-23 E-mail Setup 23 System Info and System Update 24 System Maintain 24 Upgrade Firmware 24 PTZ Setup and Control 25-26 Step 1: Connect your PTZ Camera to this DVR 25 Step 2: Confi...
Page 6 - Page 6; safety; caution statements; CAUTION; safety precautions; fcc compliance
Page 6 safety caution statements CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. UNPLUG ALL POWER SOURCES, INCLUDING CAMERAS FROM THE DVR BEFORE REMOVING COVER. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE DVR OR ITS COMPONENTS AS WELL AS INJURY OR DEATH. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, wi...
Page 7 - Page 7; product overview; package contents; What; WARNING
Page 7 product overview package contents What , s in the box PRO-D1610 H.264 16 Channel Digital DVR with 1TB Hard Drive USB 2.0 Mouse WARNING PROTECTED BY THESE PREMISES ARE UNDER 24 HOUR VIDEO SURVEILLANCE 2 Window Warning Decals Installation Software and Manuals Power Supply for DVR RJ45 Ethernet ...
Page 8 - Page 8; dvr controls; Front Panel
Page 8 product overview dvr controls Item Function Control Description 1 Standby Press to enter/exit standby mode 2 IR Sensor IR receiver for the remote control 3 MENU/EXIT Press to open/close the main menu 4 LED Indicators Shows status of Link, 100M, Full, Alarm, Record, HDD. 5 Channel Numbers Pres...
Page 9 - Page 9; back Panel
Page 9 product overview dvr controls back Panel Item Function Description 1 POWER Input DC 12V/3A power connection 2 Network For connecting RJ45 ethernet cable to PC or router 3 VGA Output For connecting to a VGA monitor 4 Video Output For connecting to a BNC monitor (800 x 600) - NTSC or PAL 5 Alar...
Page 10 - remote control; Remote Control Operation
Page 10 7 2 1 11 6 5 4 3 8 9 10 9 12 13 product overview remote control Remote Control TIP: When using the remote control to enter password and camera titles, select the field using the navigation buttons, press OK, and then press the num-ber buttons. Battery Replacement - Instructions for Use Alway...
Page 11 - pRODUCT oVERVIEW; MOUSE and virtual Keypad; Mouse Operation with this DVR; MOUSE controls; Virtual Keypad
Page 11 pRODUCT oVERVIEW MOUSE and virtual Keypad Mouse Operation with this DVR T he mouse is the primary input device for navigating system menus.NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all system functions described in this manual are achieved through mouse input. To use a mouse with the system:Connect a US...
Page 12 - connecting devices; cAMERA AND pOWER cONNECTIONS
Page 12 connecting devices Video to Camera Power to Camera Power to 1 to 16 Cameras VGA to PC Monitor or TV (Monitor and Cable Not included) RJ45 Ethernet to Router and Internet PTZ & Alarm Connections(Cameras not included) Follow this diagram to make device connections. This diagram is for illu...
Page 13 - system start up; Default Video Output; User Login; initial setup; system operation
Page 13 system start up Default Video Output The default video output for the DVR system is VGA. If you connect a BNC (CVBS) monitor on initial setup, you will need to use the mouse “Scroll Wheel” to switch to the BNC output to be able to use the mouse. Roll the mouse “Scroll Wheel” back-ward to go ...
Page 14 - Main Menu Access; Quick Access Menu; Live View Screen
Page 14 Main Menu Access To open the Main Menu: Right-click anywhere on-screen to open the Quick Access Menu and select MAIN MENU (mouse only), or press the MENU button on the remote control or front panel of the system.NOTE: If passwords are enabled on the system, you need enter the 1-8 digit numer...
Page 15 - Password Setup; Setting Up Passwords & User Permissions
Page 15 Password Setup Setting Up Passwords & User Permissions When you first startup your DVR, you are automatically logged in as the ADMIN under Device ID: 000000. By default, passwords are disabled on the system. You will not need a password to log in or access menus. You will not need a pass...
Page 16 - camera display setup; Setting Up Cameras for Viewing and Recording
Page 16 initial setup system operation camera display setup Setting Up Cameras for Viewing and Recording Use the Display Setup menu to customize channel titles, show/hide the date and time in live viewing and playback, and enable/disable preview channels. To customize Display settings, click DISPLAY...
Page 18 - Basic Operation; Recording; recording; RECORD Mode; CCTV Resolutions
Page 18 Basic Operation Recording recording RECORD Mode Configure Recording Options: In this Menu you have three recording options: POWER UP (Continuous), TIMER RECORD (enables SCHEDULE menu) and ALARM (within SCHEDULE menu). By default, the DVR is set to record continuously. Set parameters as follo...
Page 20 - Playback; playback; PLAYBACK Mode; Month Grid
Page 20 Basic Operation Playback playback PLAYBACK Mode Playback and Record Search View recorded video on the system through the SEARCH Menu. To begin playback:1. There are two ways to access the SEARCH menu. Right-click anywhere on the screen and select VIDEO SEARCH from the Quick Access Menu. The ...
Page 21 - HDD Management; Hard Drive and USB Options:
Page 21 Basic Operation Playback Backup Use the FILE LIST sub-menu to find recorded video on your system and copy it to a USB flash drive (not included).NOTE: The system is compatible with most major brands of USB flash drives, with capacities from 256 MB to 4 GB. To backup recorded data: 1. Connect...
Page 22 - ADVANCED Operation; ALARM; Hard Drive and USB Options continued:; Advanced Setup
Page 22 ADVANCED Operation ALARM Hard Drive and USB Options continued: Formatting the USB Flash Drive Use a USB flash drive to backup recorded video and upgrade the system`s firmware. You should always format the USB flash drive you intend to use with the system.NOTE: Not formatting the USB flash dr...
Page 23 - ALarm; ALM IN
Page 23 Advanced Operation ALarm 4. Click APPLY. Click OK in the confirmation window. Alarm Inputs: Alarm inputs are devices or switches that activate when a door, window, cabinet etc. is opened or accessed. For example, you might want to only have the camera record when someone opens a tool cabinet...
Page 24 - System; System Info and System Update
Page 24 Advanced Operation System System Info and System Update System Information: View system information, including the serial number, software version, MCU and MAC address, and serial number of the system. To access this menu, from the MAIN MENU click SYSTEM then click INFO. System Maintain Use ...
Page 25 - PTZ
Page 25 Advanced Operation PTZ Pan tilt zoom...PTZ Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) Setup: NOTE: Consult the instruction manual of your PTZ camera for complete information about your camera, including protocol, baud rate and parity settings before beginning setup. Enter these settings in the DVR. Step 1: Connect...
Page 27 - Network Setup for Remote Access; REMOTE Access; Network Setup
Page 27 Network Setup for Remote Access Use the NETWORK SETUP menu to configure your network and DNS settings for remote access. If you are only going to access the DVR locally from a computer attached to the same router as the DVR, you only need to configure settings using either the DHCP or STATIC...
Page 29 - Remote Access
Page 29 DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service) A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your Local Network so you can access the DVR over the Internet using a static or dynamic IP address. One problem with a dynamic address is your internet service provider (ISP) change...
Page 31 - Remote Surveillance; Remote Surveillance using Internet Explorer 8 or 9:
Page 31 REMOTE Access Remote Surveillance Remote Surveillance Remote Surveillance using Internet Explorer 8 or 9: The DVR features built-in browser-based software that allows you to access your system remotely over your local area network (LAN) or over the Internet using Internet Explorer®. Once you...
Page 32 - Using Remote Surveillance:
Page 32 Configuring ActiveX Control in Internet Explorer 8: 1. Open Internet Explorer 82. Click on Tools3. Select Internet Options in the pull-down menu4. Click on the Security Tab5. Select Trusted Sites6. Click on the Sites button7. Uncheck the “Require server verification (https:) for all sites in...
Page 35 - Playback Tab
Page 35 Playback Tab Use the Replay menu to search and playback recorded video on your system. To use the replay menu:1. Click REPLAY at the top of the main screen. The main screen will be grey.2. Click REFRESH below the calendar to view the recorded files for the current month. NOTE: Normal recordi...
Page 37 - Setup Tab
Page 37 Setup Tab Use the SETUP tab to configure the settings of your system from a remote location. NOTE: If the Main Menu is open on the system, you will not be able to make changes to the system from the remote location. To open remote setup:Click SETUP at the top of the main screen. The Remote S...
Page 39 - Setup and Control; Mobile Phone; Mobile Setup
Page 39 Mobile Phone Setup and Control Mobile Phone Mobile Setup Mobile Setup allows you to send alerts to your cellular phone running Windows Mobile Pro, Android, Blackberry, or iPhone on 3G networks. To get the latest software it is recommended that from your phone you go to your App Store or Mark...
Page 40 - Mobile Setup-continued
Page 40 Mobile Phone Setup and Control Mobile Setup-continued 4. Go to the Main Screen and start the session by selecting the Play button. Select a Channel number to view each connected camera. Depending on your setup and phone you can control PTZ cameras and other functions. See your application fo...
Page 41 - Appendix; Hard Drive; Hard Drive Removal and Installation
Page 41 Appendix Hard Drive Hard Drive Removal and Installation HDD Installation To replace the hard drive in the DVR : 1. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. UNPLUG ALL POWER SOURCES, INCLUDING CAMERAS FROM THE DVR BEFORE REMOVING COVER. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE DVR O...
Page 42 - Technical Specifications; Specifications
Page 42 Technical Specifications Item Device Parameter Specification System Language English/Spanish/French/Chinese GUI 16 Bit Graphic menu (OSD Menu) Password User password, Administrator password Video Video in 16ch composite video input 1.0Vp-p, impedance 75Ω, BNC Video out 1 VGA, 1 BNC (CVBS) Vi...
Page 43 - Notes and Important Data; Notes
Page 43 Appendix Notes Notes and Important Data Notes Write down important data, passwords, IP addresses, etc. for your DVR. Item Device Parameter Data User Name & Passwords Admin Name: Password: User 1 Name: Password: User 2 Name: Password: User 3 Name: Password: User 4 Name: Password: User 5 N...
Page 44 - FAQ
Page 44 FAQ , s If your problem is not listed below, please call our toll-free number for more support. Tech Services: 800-323-9005 . Question: Why is the DVR not working after starting?Answer: • Check the power adaptor input • Check the on-off power line, is it well-connected? • Check the power on-...
Page 46 - Troubleshooting
Page 46 Troubleshooting Error Possible Cause Solutions System is not receiving power or is not powering up Cable from power adapter is loose or is unplugged • Confirm that all cables are connected correctly• Confirm that the power adapter is securely connected to the back of the unit Cables are conn...
Page 47 - Warranty
Page 47 Warranty PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands, Inc., (“BRK”) the maker of First Alert® brand products warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”), this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its sole option, will rep...
