*700-0035*Document part number 700-0035 R004Trooper® TR4 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) SystemManual TypeInstallation and User’s Guide
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CHAPTER 1IntroductionThis chapter describes the product features and components of the Trooper TR4 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System (T
Introduction1–2 700-0035 R0041.1. TR4 Plus SystemThe TR4 Plus System consists of the following components:• TR4 Plus DVR• Lock box• Cameras•Hard drive
Introduction700-0035 R004 1–31.3. TR4 Plus DVR1.3.1. DVR Front Panel FeaturesThe TR4 Plus DVR has important features on the front panel such as the Te
Introduction1–4 700-0035 R0044 SHUTTLE wheel (outer wheel) Adjusts the video playback speed. See “Using the SHUTTLE/JOG Wheel to Adjust the Playback S
Introduction700-0035 R004 1–51.3.2. DVR ButtonsThe DVR buttons on the front panel illuminate when the buttons are activated. Table 1-2 provides a brie
Introduction1–6 700-0035 R0041.3.3. DVR Back Panel FeaturesThe back panel has the input connectors where the cables and harnesses connect to the DVR.
Introduction700-0035 R004 1–72 ALARM IN Alarm input connector: 2-pin3LOW VOLTAGE LOW/HIGH TEMPLow voltage and Low/High temperature indicator (red)4GPS
Introduction1–8 700-0035 R0041.4. Lock BoxThe lock box secures the DVR into a location on the bus and provides the following features:• A locking door
CHAPTER 2InstallationThis chapter provides information and procedures for installing the TR4 Plus System.
Installation2–2 700-0035 R0042.1. Installing the TR4 Plus DVR and Lock BoxThe TR4 Plus DVR is designed to be installed in the lock box which is secure
Installation700-0035 R004 2–32.2. Step 1: Installing the Lock BoxThe lock box has a door and lid which need to be removed in order to secure the base
Installation2–4 700-0035 R0042.2.2. Vertical InstallationTo accommodate installation in a difficult location, the lock box can be mounted vertically.
Installation700-0035 R004 2–52.3. Step 2: Installing the DVR in the Lock BoxThe DVR has two brackets attached to the sides that allow the DVR to slide
Installation2–6 700-0035 R0042.4. Step 3: Installing the CameraIf you have purchased a camera from Seon Design, install the camera according to the do
Installation700-0035 R004 2–7The camera cable should be long enough to reach from a camera mounted to the header or ceiling of a bus down to the DVR l
Installation2–8 700-0035 R0042.5. Step 4: Connecting the Power and Ignition Harness, Fuses, and Fuse HoldersThe power and ignition harness uses a pair
Installation700-0035 R004 2–95. Strip the yellow wire end appropriately. A butt splice connector is supplied to connect the fuse holder to the yellow
Seon Design® Inc.Seon Design Inc. is a specialist in the design and manufacture of video surveillance systems for mobile applications. Seon has been t
Installation2–10 700-0035 R0042.6. Step 5: Connecting the Alarm Input Harness and Alarm SwitchThe TR4 Plus DVR allows for easy searching of events in
Installation700-0035 R004 2–112.7. Step 6: Connecting the Signal HarnessThe 5-conductor signal harness shown in Figure 2-8 connects to the various sig
Installation2–12 700-0035 R0042.8. Step 7: Connecting the Speed HarnessThe 3-conductor speed sensor harness shown in Figure 2-9 is for connecting to a
Installation700-0035 R004 2–132.10. Step 8: Hardware Installation Final ChecklistHarnesses (Camera, recorder, and accessories)• Check for proper slack
CHAPTER 3Configuring the DVRThis chapter provides information and procedures for configuring the DVR.
Configuring the DVR3–2 700-0035 R0043.1. Configuring the DVRThe TR4 Plus DVR uses on-screen configuring for easy setup of all the functions and contro
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–33.2. TR4 Plus DVR Main MenuThe TR4 Plus DVR main menu lets you set the time and date, create titles, and customize
Configuring the DVR3–4 700-0035 R004To change a setting on the sub-menu:1. Press the CH3/Up arrow or CH4/Down arrow button to highlight the setting yo
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–53. To exit the menu, press the MENU button. 4. Repeat these steps to set the Time, Date, and Auto Daylight Saving
Configuring the DVR3–6 700-0035 R0043.2.3. Using the Titles/Display MenuTo view the Titles/Display menu:1. On the main menu, press the CH3/Up arrow or
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–73.2.4. Using the Record Mode/Schedule MenuUse the Record/Schedule menu to set the camera speed in images per secon
Configuring the DVR3–8 700-0035 R004Table 3-4Record Mode/Schedule itemsMenu Item Description Values DefaultRecord Speed The camera speed can be set to
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–9Delay-On Time Delay-On Time determines when the system will start up. For example, if Delay-On is set to 0, the sy
Configuring the DVR3–10 700-0035 R0043.2.4.1. Using the Timers MenuUse the Timers menu to change the timer schedules to meet the requirements of diff
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–11Table 3-5Timers configuration itemsMenu Item Description Values DefaultEnable Timers Setting Enable Timers to ON
Configuring the DVR3–12 700-0035 R0043.2.4.2. Using the Alarm Recording MenuThe TR4 Plus DVR can interface to an external device that can trigger an
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–133.2.4.3. Recording CapacityThe TR4 Plus DVR uses M-JPEG video compression to extend the recording time on the ha
Configuring the DVR3–14 700-0035 R004Important:The amount of memory the hard drive uses is dependent on the scene content and the lighting conditions.
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–15Table 3-10Estimated recording times in hours with 120 GB hard driveImages per second (IPS) Picture Quality1234566
700-0035 R004Who This Guide is ForThe Installation and User’s Guide is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the Trooper TR4 Plus Mobil
Configuring the DVR3–16 700-0035 R0043.2.5. Using the Signals/Speed/GPS MenuThe TR4 Plus DVR has the ability to record various signals, vehicle speed,
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–173.2.5.1. Calibrating SpeedWhen calibrating speed, it is best to use known road markers to determine a mile as re
Configuring the DVR3–18 700-0035 R0042. Press the Temporary Power button only once to begin calibration. Wait approximately two seconds for the system
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–193.2.6. Using the Network Settings MenuThe TR4 Plus DVR has a built-in network interface for connecting to an offi
Configuring the DVR3–20 700-0035 R004USER-NAME PASSWORD LEVEL Two different users can be assigned access to the DVR over a network. The user names are
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–213.2.7. Using the System/Defaults MenuThe System/Defaults menu allows controls of system level settings and functi
Configuring the DVR3–22 700-0035 R0043.2.7.1. Enabling the Alarm Buzzer, Alarm-in, Disk Full, and Video LossThe DVR has a built-in alarm buzzer that
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–23To enable/disable Alarm-in:• Set both Alarm-in and Buzzer Enable to ON to sound the alarm buzzer if an external A
Configuring the DVR3–24 700-0035 R004After the hard disk has been formatted, the menu goes back to the System/Defaults menu and “SUCCESS” will be disp
Configuring the DVR700-0035 R004 3–253.2.7.4. Loading the Default SettingsThe default values for all of the DVR options can be loaded at once using t
Who This Guide is Forii 700-0035 R004Related DocumentationRefer to the following related documentation.Optional AccessoriesAn optional remote control
Configuring the DVR3–26 700-0035 R004For complete information on the CF Card Reader, see the TR-CFR Compact Flash Reader and Conversion Software Insta
CHAPTER 4Operating the DVRThis chapter provides information and procedures for operating the DVR.
Operating the DVR4–2 700-0035 R0044.1. Operating and Monitoring the DVRThe TR4 Plus DVR front panel provides several features which are used to operat
Operating the DVR700-0035 R004 4–3CH3/UP ARROWPress the CH3/Up arrow button to:• Display camera 3 on the monitor.• Scroll up one line of text or move
Operating the DVR4–4 700-0035 R0044.2. Playing Back Recorded VideoTo playback video:1. If the DVR is not recording, press the PLAY button to start pla
Operating the DVR700-0035 R004 4–5To change a setting on the sub-menu:1. Press the CH3/Up arrow or CH4/Down arrow button to highlight the setting you
Operating the DVR4–6 700-0035 R0044.3.2. Searching for Recorded Information By Alarm ListSearching by alarm list lets you quickly identify any problem
Operating the DVR700-0035 R004 4–74.3.3. Searching for Recorded Information By Date/TimeSearching by Date/Time lets you search by the date and time th
Operating the DVR4–8 700-0035 R0044.3.3.1. Search Menu Configuration Items4.4. Using the COPY ButtonThe TR4 Plus DVR can save information to a CF car
Operating the DVR700-0035 R004 4–94.5. Using the LOCK ButtonThe front keypad on the DVR can be manually locked or unlocked by using the LOCK button or
700-0035 R004 iiiChapter 1Introduction1.1. TR4 Plus System- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Operating the DVR4–10 700-0035 R004To lock out the front panel keypad if the Password Enable option is OFF:1. Press the LOCK button for 3 seconds.The
Operating the DVR700-0035 R004 4–114.7.2. Installing the Hard DriveTo install the hard drive:1. Slide in a hard drive tray until the tray seats inside
Operating the DVR4–12 700-0035 R0044.10. LOW VOLTAGE/LOW/HIGH TEMP IndicatorIn addition to the on-screen voltage display, the TR4 Plus DVR has a red L
CHAPTER 5Maintenance and Returning Product for ServiceThis chapter provides information and procedures for performing periodic maintenance on the TR4
Maintenance and Returning Product for Service5–2 700-0035 R0045.1. Maintenance5.1.1. Cleaning the Lock BoxThe lock box is made from 18 gauge steel, co
Maintenance and Returning Product for Service700-0035 R004 5–35.2. Returning Product for ServiceIf any part of the TR4 Plus System is to be returned t
CHAPTER 6TroubleshootingThis chapter provides information and procedures on troubleshooting the TR4 Plus System.
Troubleshooting6–2 700-0035 R0046.1. Troubleshooting the TR4 Plus SystemThe TR4 Plus System is designed for high reliability of operation. If, however
Troubleshooting700-0035 R004 6–3The DVR power indicator is illuminated, but there is no picture on the video monitor output.• Check the connections in
Contentsiv 700-0035 R004Chapter 4Operating the DVR4.1. Operating and Monitoring the DVR- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
SpecificationsThis appendix provides the product specifications for the Trooper TR4 Plus Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) System.Note: Specificati
SpecificationsA–2 700-0035 R004A.1. TR4 Plus DVRVideo Input/Output 75 Ohm NTSC videoVideo Resolution 720 × 480 pixelsVideo Compression M-JPEG (Motion
Specifications700-0035 R004 A–3A.2. TR4 Plus DVR Functional FeaturesA.3. Lock BoxTime Format 12 hour modeDate FormatMM/DD/YYYYDaylight Saving Time ON
700-0035 R004 W-1SEON DESIGN® INC. PRODUCT WARRANTYSeon Design Inc. (Seon) warrants the cameras and components listed below against defects in workman
W-2 700-0035 R004(d) if the product has been operated outside of the specified Operating Environment specified in the Seon Users Manual for such produ
700-0035 R004 W-3Provisions Applicable to American CustomersFor those customers whose mailing address is in the United States, Seon’s offer and any ag
700-0035 vFigure 1-1 TR4 Plus DVR front panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3Figure 1-2 TR4 Pl
Seon Design Inc.Unit 111, 3B Burbidge StreetCoquitlam, BC Canada V3K 7B2TelephoneToll Free Telephone 604.941.08801.877.630.7366Fax Toll Free Fax604.94
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