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1.0 Introduction

Before installing and using, be sure to read this manual to properly install and use.

This product is for vehicle interior use only.

To prevent short-circuits, or the risk of electric shock, do not install or use in damp or 
wet areas.

In the event of any liquid or foreign object entering the DVR, please disconnect the 
power immediately.

This product is not user-servicable.  Please refer to a qualified technician for service.

Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.

1.1 Installation Environment

Requires 8-36 VDC power supply.  Please confirm the power source before powering.

If the DVR will not be used for an extended period, please disconnect to conserve 
vehicle battery power.

Select an appropriate location for installation:  Dry, with adequate ventilation.

Do not install near heat sources, or directly in sunlight.  Avoid dusty or wet areas, and 

mount securely to avoid mechanical vibration or impact.

1.2 Packing List

Item

Quantity

Clarity 4 720p Dual SD Card Mobile DVR

1

User Manual

1

Remote Control (not including battery)

1

Connecting cables

3

1.3 Product Overview

This four-channel, high-definition Digital Video Recorder is designed for mobile video 

surveillance. It is totally solid-state for reliability—recording high-quality video to dual SD 
Cards, each with a capacity of up to 128 GB.  Appropriate for all mobile environments, when 

installed as designated herein.

Summary of Contents for CLARITY 4

Page 1: ... Definition 720p Mobile DVR Installation and Operation Guide All Content and Information are Copyright 2016 Robotics Technologies Inc Features and Information are subject to change without notice All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...0 System Watchdog Malfunction Alarm 5 2 11 Self test and Self Recovery 5 2 12 External Device Control 5 2 13 Networking 5 2 14 Data Backup 5 2 15 Security and Data Safety 5 2 16 Logging System Activity 6 3 0 Features 6 3 1 Operating System 6 3 2 Compression Format 6 3 3 Monitoring and Recording 6 3 4 Indexing and Playback 6 3 5 SD Card Storage and Data Backup 6 3 6 Control 6 3 7 Other 6 4 0 Techni...

Page 3: ...e powering If the DVR will not be used for an extended period please disconnect to conserve vehicle battery power Select an appropriate location for installation Dry with adequate ventilation Do not install near heat sources or directly in sunlight Avoid dusty or wet areas and mount securely to avoid mechanical vibration or impact 1 2 Packing List Item Quantity Clarity 4 720p Dual SD Card Mobile D...

Page 4: ...tal 120 fps Monitoring Greater than 270TVL Channel 2 4 Total Resources Recording Four channels 720p 1280 720 each Playback Four channels 720p 1280 720 each 2 5 Audio Video Synchronous Recording Records and plays Audio Video GPS data simultaneously Clips and information can be reviewed on a PC with our free CMS software 2 5 Access Detection Although video based motion detection is available it is m...

Page 5: ...is self analyzing In the event of a problem the system will auto recover from the fault within a maximum of six minutes 2 12 External Device Control The CLARITY 4 can control PTZ cameras through built in protocols RS 485 PELCO D or RS 232 9600 Baud 4 channels real time switchable to monitoring mode 2 13 Networking If 3G equipped the CLARITY 4 can be monitored remotely requires your SIM card and ca...

Page 6: ...ta to ensure unalterable content 3 4 Indexing and Playback Can Index and Playback according to time Supports 4 channel audio 1 channel video any channel Index and playback concurrently Playback via our free DVR viewing software 3 5 SD Card Storage and Data Backup Supports two SD Cards each with 128GB maximum SD Card data can be backed up via our free DVR viewing software 3 6 Control Dual MCU contr...

Page 7: ...ream 192Kbps 2 0Mbit schannel Video Consumption 720P 85MB 900 Mbyte hour SD Card usage Playback Resolution NTSC 1 or 4 960H 960 480 NTSC 1 or 4 720P1280 720 Audio Bitrate 4KByte s channel Audio Consumption 14MByte hour channel SD Storage Double SD card storage Support Max 2 128GB Image Quality Eight Grades to Choose Alarm Alarm in 4 Channels Independent Input High Voltage Trigger Alarm out 1 Chann...

Page 8: ... the Unlock position NOTE The lock also controls the system power When the unit is locked it also means that the DVR is powered Before locking turning on be sure that all the cables are properly connected and at the proper voltage otherwise the system could be damaged Gently place the SD Cards into the slots taking care not to slide the locking tab of the card into a Locked position as they enter ...

Page 9: ... or backing up SD2 SD Card 2 Flashing when recording playing or backing up WIFI Flashing when WiFi is connected and active Feature Function IR Infrared Remote control receiving window keep unobstructed LOCK Provides access to SD Cards NEVER UNLOCK DURING RECORDING A V OUT 5 Position Audio Video Output Voice Intercom Input Audio Jack Under Status LEDs MIC Input Jack SIM SIM Card Slot for systems wi...

Page 10: ...es change speed 2x 4x 8x Fast Reverse during playback each press equals 10 seconds For PTZ wiper customized Enter PTZ control mode Controls PTZ Zoom Controls PTZ focus Mute key toggles audio output during playback Exit from playback or backup Exit from PTZ mode UP for MENU selection UP direction for PTZ control mode DOWN for MENU selection DOWN direction for PTZ control mode LEFT for MENU selectio...

Page 11: ...tcut keys First press for number 1 Second press for capital letters Third press for lowercase letters Use UP and DOWN keys to change values 4 channel display during standby play or recording Enter password or set system password Other number buttons Press 2 3 4 buttons to select CH2 CH3 CH4 Other buttons Not used When the DVR is in an Alarm State the Remote Control is inoperative ...

Page 12: ...ings Use the Remote Control to enter the MENU as follows Press the MENU Key Use the Key to highlight the Password Entry window Enter the Password Factory Default is 6666 Press OK to enter the MAIN MENU Menu Structure ...

Page 13: ...r the current password after pressing OK otherwise the DVR will remain in the current state and the system will not recognize the updated password New Password This is where you enter the new Password System PTZ Menu Function Description Protocols Select from PELCO D default PELCO P Bit Rate For RS 485 Control Select from 2400 4600 9600 38400 57600 bits second Channel 1 Address Assign Channel 1 De...

Page 14: ...actions alarms equipment status Disk SD Card Menu Function Description Disk Name Displays the system recognized name of the current SD Card Total Size Total capacity of the installed storage media Free Size Remaining capacity of the installed storage media Format Button Press to format the current SD Card Record Menu Function Description Channel Select the Channel for the current settings Resoluti...

Page 15: ...hone provider User Name Fill in if necessary Password Fill in if necessary NOTE Please ensure that you select the proper SIM card for the 3G Module LAN Menu Function Description Net Type Select 3G or WiFi When Network Type is not LAN See LAN Menu DHCP Enabled Get an IP address from the Network Disabled Use a static IP SSID WiFi Router Identifier Password Network Password Certificate Select securit...

Page 16: ...RITY 4 USB Port Use the remote control to navigate to the PLAYBACK menu and select the desired clip Press OK to start the backup process OR Stop Recording Unlock the SD Card door and remove the SD Card Place the SD Card in your PCs SD Card slot Start the RTI View software to navigate select and play the desired clips If desired select clip start and end points then save to your PC hard drive Note ...

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