Uniden GDVR 20 Series Security System Owner's Manual PDF

GDVR 20 Series Security System

OWNERS MANUAL

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WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacturing process of your product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too. This section lists important information that will help to ensure your enjoyment and proper use of the product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your product.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 1. All warnings and instructions in this manual should be followed. 2. Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

aerosol detergents. Use a water-dampened cloth for cleaning. 3. Do not use this product in humid or wet places. 4. Keep enough space around the product for ventilation. Slots and

openings in the storage cabinet should not be blocked. 5. It is highly recommended to connect the product to a surge protector to

protect from damage caused by electrical surges. It is also recommended to connect the product to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), which has an internal battery that will keep the product running in the event of a power outage.

1. Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is set up and used. Follow all operating instructions.

2. Retain Instructions - These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

4. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your location, consult your video dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

5. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

6. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

7. Surge Protectors - It is highly recommended that the product be connected to a surge protector. Doing so will protect the product from damage caused by power surges.

8. Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) - As this product is designed for continuous, 24/7 operation, it is recommended that you connect the product to an uninterruptible power supply. An uninterruptible power supply has an internal battery that will keep the product running in the event of a power outage.

9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a

INSTRUCTIONS

built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the product manufacturers instructions have been followed.

10. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.

11. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

12. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. Use this product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

13. Camera Extension Cables - Check the rating of your extension cable(s) to verify compliance with your local authority regulations prior to installation.

14. Mounting - The cameras provided with this system should be mounted only as instructed in this guide or the instructions that came with your cameras, using the provided mounting brackets.

15. Camera Installation - Cameras are not intended for submersion in water. Not all cameras can be installed outdoors. Check your camera environmental rating to confirm if they can be installed outdoors. When installing cameras outdoors, installation in a sheltered area is required.

SERVICE 1. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or

removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Conditions Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

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If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its nor mal operation.

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

USE 1. Cleaning - Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liq uid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

2. Product and Cart Combination - When product is installed on a cart, product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

4. Lightning - For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

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INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................9 WHATS IN THE BOX? ..................................................................................10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVR ................................................................. 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA .........................................................12 INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................13 SETUP.............................................................................................................14

SYSTEM LOGIN .................................................................................14 REQUIRED SETTINGS ......................................................................14 DEFAULT OPERATION SETTINGS ...................................................15

HOW DO I - .........................................................................................16 SEARCH FOR FILES ..........................................................................16 SET UP ALERTS AND ALARM NOTIFICATION? ..............................16 PLAY BACK RECORDED FILES ........................................................16 FIND AND VIEW SNAPSHOTS ..........................................................16 MASK MOTION SENSITIVE AREAS ..................................................16 SET UP EMAIL NOTIFICATION AND ALERT ....................................16 CONFIGURE ALERTS ........................................................................16 CREATE A RECORDING SCHEDULE ...............................................17 TRANSFER RECORDED FILES ........................................................17 ADD OR CHANGE A PASSWORD .....................................................17

BASIC OPERATION .......................................................................................18 SYSTEM LOGIN .................................................................................18 LIVE VIEW .........................................................................................18 SYSTEM MENU ..................................................................................20

MAIN MENU OVERVIEW ...............................................................................22 SETUP ICON ........................................................................................ 23

BASIC SCREEN ..................................................................................23 LIVE SCREEN .....................................................................................27 RECORD SCREEN .............................................................................27 RECORD SCHEDULE SCREEN ........................................................30 ALARM SCREEN ................................................................................32 NETWORK SCREEN ..........................................................................38 USERS ICON ......................................................................................41 ADVANCED ICON ..............................................................................45

CONTENTS

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SEARCH ICON .................................................................................... 46 TIME SEARCH TAB ............................................................................46 EVENT SEARCH TAB ........................................................................47 IMAGE TAB .........................................................................................48

BACKUP ICON ......................................................................................49 INFORMATION ICON ............................................................................50

SYSTEM SCREEN ..............................................................................50 EVENT LIST SCREEN ........................................................................51 LOG LIST SCREEN ............................................................................51 NETWORK SCREEN ..........................................................................52 ONLINE USERS LIST SCREEN .........................................................52 EXIT SCREEN ....................................................................................52

DISK MANAGEMENT ICON .................................................................. 53 LOG OFF ICON .....................................................................................54 SHUT DOWN ICON ...............................................................................54

FIRMWARE UPDATES ...................................................................................55 REMOTE ACCESS .........................................................................................56 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................58 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................62 WARRANTY ...................................................................................................65

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OVERVIEW The Guardian DVR 20 series (GDVR20) system operates with an embedded LINUX operating system for increased stability. It uses standard H. 264 video compression technology which provide high quality, detailed playback and analysis. TCP/IP network technology provides the GDVR20 system with strong network data transmission.

The GDVR20 works as a stand-alone surveillance system or as part of a larger surveillance network. Its professional network video surveillance software provides strong network communication and telecommunication ability.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL This OM provides operating procedures for the GDVR20 system. All procedures apply to all models unless specifically noted. Some screen illustrations show entries for all 8 channels and some show for only 4 channels.

INTRODUCTION

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Whats in the Box

Model 4-Ch DVR 8-Ch DVR PIR Camera

GDVR 20440 1 - 4

GDVR 20880 - 1 8

With 1TB HDDWith 1TB HDD

Each Kit comes with: 1 2 3 4

5 7 8

1. Power Splitter Cable 2. DVR & Camera

Power Supply 3. HDMI Cable 4. Mouse 5. Ethernet Cable 6. 18m BNC Video &

Power cable 7. Security Sticker

8. Mounting Kit

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Getting to Know Your DVR

Power LED

LAN LED

HDD LED

USB Port

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Outdoor Camera

Outdoor cameras should be visible, making it a deterrent for intruders.

Getting to Know Your Camera

PIR Sensor

Camera Lens

Infra-red LEDs

Light Sensor

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1. Connect the camera to the connectors on the Video Power cable. 2. Connect the yellow BNC connector of the Video Power cable to the Video

Splitter cable. Then, plug the Video Splitter cable into the VIDEO/IN/OUT port on the DVR.

3. Connect the red power connector of the Video Power cable to the Power Splitter cable.

4. Connect the HDMI cable (supplied) to the HDMI port on the DVR and to the external display device (TV/PC) or use the VGA cable (not supplied) for the VGA port.

5. Connect the Mouse to one of the USB ports on the DVR. 6. Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port on the DVR and to your

modem/router (for remote viewing). 7. Connect the Power Splitter cable to the cameras AC adaptor, which

connects to a power outlet. 8. Plug the DVRs AC Adaptor jack into the DC5V port (on the DVR) and the

other end to a power outlet.

INSTALLATION Follow the steps below to connect the DVR and the camera(s).

DVR

Mouse

Camera

Video Power Cable

Power Splitter Cable

Video Splitter Cable

HDMI Cable

Ethernet Cable

AC Adaptor (To Power Outlet)

External Display Modem/Router

AC Adaptor (To Power Outlet)

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SETUP Live video displays when you power up the system. However, until you log in, you can only view live video; you cannot access any other system operations. (For the initial set up, a series of Wizard screens pop up. Change the default parameters, if necessary, if not, click Next, till you reach the screen that displays Finish. Click Finish.)

System Login 1. Right-click on the screen. The system menu displays.

2. Select any option. The Login screen displays.

3. The default values are admin (user name), you will be prompted to set a new password for the system.

Required Settings Set the system date and time so recorded files will be correctly timestamped. Next, create a password for the admin user.

Set Date and Time The correct date and time are critical for the timestamp on recorded files. If the timestamp is incorrect, searching for a specific recorded file will be difficult.

From Main Menu/Setup/Basic, select the Date & Time tab.

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Set Password Passwords prevent unauthorized access to system configuration screens. The Admin user originally has no password so you can log into the system for setup. Uniden strongly recommends that, once you have logged into the system, you create a password for the Admin user.

From Main Menu/Users/User Management, select the Password field. Default Operation Settings Unidens default settings allow you to begin monitoring your network immediately. After you have monitored your network for a week or two, you may find you need to slightly adjust your settings. For example, you may need to mask areas from motion detection (trees, etc).

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HOW DO I -

Search for Files There are three basic methods for searching files search for files within a certain time frame, search a time frame for triggered files, and search for events through the Information screen.

The first two methods use the Search screen (Main Menu/Search).

1. Select Main Menu/Search. The Search screen displays. 2. Select the Time Search tab to find files within a specific time frame or the

Event Search tab to find motion sensor, sensor-triggered, or all triggered files.

3. From the Main Menu/Information/Event List, set up what time frame and cameras you want to search and whether you want to search for Motion, Sensor, or Video Loss (this screen is similar to the Search screen above). Select Search tab and records that meet those criteria, display.

Set Up Alerts Notification Main Menu/Setup/Alerts/Other Alerts

Play Back Recorded Files Right-click Playback on System Menu to view the last 30 minute segment. Main Menu/Search (Time Search or Event Search tab)

Find and View Snapshots Main Menu/Search/Image

Mask Motion Sensitive areas Main Menu/Setup/Alerts/Motion, Area field

Set Up Email Notification and Alert Main Menu/Setup/Network, Email tab

Configure Alerts Main Menu/Setup/Alerts. Select type of alarm (Motion, Video Loss, or Other Alerts).

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Create a Recording Schedule Main Menu/Setup/Schedule. You can set up recording by a specific calendar schedule.

Transfer Recorded Files from the Hard Drive to a USB Device Main Menu/Setup/Advanced/Import/Export tab.

Add or Change a Password Main Menu/Setup/Users/User Management, Change Password field.

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Live video displays when you power up the system. However, until you log in, you can only view live video; you cannot access any other system operations.

SYSTEM LOGIN

1. Right-click on the screen. The system menu displays.

2. Select any option. The Login screen displays.

3. The default values are admin (user name), you will be prompted to set a new password for the system.

LIVE VIEW Live view displays video images from all 4/8 cameras. The date, time, and camera number display in each viewing window. The recording and alarm status icons display in the lower left-hand corner of each window.

Double-click the left mouse button on a live view image to view that image in full screen rather than in a 4-part window. Double-click the left-mouse button again to return to quad view.

BASIC OPERATION

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IMAGE MEANING Recording Type - indicated by box color

Green - Manual or triggered recording Yellow - Motion detection recording Blue - Schedule recording Motion Detected. This icon displays when the camera for that view detects motion.

Network Disconnected

DD/MM/YYYY

HH:MM:SS

Date and Time Stamp for recorded files

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SYSTEM MENU In Live view, right-click on any screen to bring up the System menu. Right-click again to close the System menu.

The System menu manages the GDVR receiver and cameras. Use it to configure and manage your video, cameras, and recordings. Many of these menus are shortcuts to commonly-used actions from the Main Menu screen.

MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION Main Menu Provides extensive system configuration and operation

setup. The Main Menu and its submenus are described in detail beginning on page 22.

Playback Play the video files in the hard disk. You can also search the video according to time and event under Main Menu/Search to enter the playback interface.

Single Select a camera to display in full screen. Double click the left mouse button to return to Multi channel mode.

Multi Select this menu option from Single channel mode to display all 4/8 cameras in Multi channel mode.

Start Scan/ Stop Scan

Turn Scan operation on and off. (You must first set up scanning parameters such as how long a specific camera displays before moving to the next camera).

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MENU ITEM DESCRIPTION Colour Set image parameters for all channels. The image

parameters include: brightness, contrast, saturation and hue.

E-Zoom When the screen is in single camera mode and E-Zoom is selected, that camera zooms in for a close up view. The full view displays in the lower left corner. Right-click to return to full view.

Audio To check audio recording settings in the selected channel panel.

Snap The GDVR can take snapshots of live video. Tap the camera view that you wish to capture and click on snap. A camera icon displays, indicating that an image has been captured.

Start Record Stop Record

Start and stop recording all channels that have record function enabled.

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The Main Menu screen displays icons that represent various system operations. Click on an icon to configure, operate, and maintain the GDVR system.

Appendix A: Menu Structure shows how the menu, screens, and tabs for screens are organized in the system.

From the System menu, select Main Menu. The Main Menu screen displays.

Click on the Main Menu icons to select that feature. Icons, submenus, or screens display to help you manage the system. Many of these screens have tabs across the top to further refine operations. Click the icon to return to the previous screen.

MAIN MENU ICON

DESCRIPTION

Setup Click on Setup and 9 icons display on the Setup screen. These icons lead you through configuring your system. See page 23 for icon and screen details.

Search Select Search to display a 4-tab screen to set search parameters and search for specific recorded files.

Backup The Backup screen lets you set specific time ranges on specific cameras for backup.

Information Click on Information to view 6 types of system information. Disk Management

Select the Disk Management icon to view information about the system hard disk and any connected USB drives.

MAIN MENU OVERVIEW

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MAIN MENU ICON

DESCRIPTION

Logoff This selection logs you off of the GDVR system. Shutdown This selection powers off the GDVR.

SETUP ICON Select the Setup icon and the Setup screen displays 9 options that help you configure and set up your system.

Basic Screen The Basic screen contains three tabs:

System Date & Time Daylight Saving Time (DST)

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System Tab

FIELD DESCRIPTION System Type Client or system name. Click the field and a popup

keyboard displays. Enter a name if desired. System Number Used when managing multiple DVR systems. Click the

field and a popup number keypad displays. Enter a number, if desired.

Video Format Support NTSC and PAL format (default = PAL).

Password Check Keep checked to require a password to log in. Show System Time

Choose whether to display time in the field or not.

Max Online Users Set the number of network users visiting the device.

Video Output User can select VGA 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x1024, HDMI, etc., output mode.

Language Select display language. Logout After [Minutes]

When there is no action after this set time , the system automatically logs out.

Startup Wizard Display Wizard (or not) when the system is turned on.

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Date & Time Tab In this interface, set the date format, time format, time zone; you can also adjust the system time manually.

Note: the default time zone of the system is GMT+10:00. Select Sync Time with NTP Server to correct time. Network server time can be set.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Date Format Set date format Time Format 12 or 24 hour format Time Zone Set time zone in GMT format. Sync Time with NTP Server

Check box to select time sync; uncheck box to deselect.

NTP Server Select Update Now to sync time. System Date Set date through pop-up calendar. System Time Set time.

DST Tab Set the start and end time of daylight saving time by week or date.

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FIELD DESCRIPTION Enable Turn DST on or off. This does not set DST; it turns the

systems ability to keep track of DST on or off. Time Offset [Hours]

Select 1 or 2 hour offset.

Mode Set DST by week or by actual date. From Set DST beginning date. (Always the first Sunday of

October, offset 1 hr)

If Mode = Week, set DST by month, number of week, day of week, and hours to be offset (i.e., /the 1st/Sunday/1 hour offset)

If Mode = Date, set DST by date according to popup calendar.

Until Set DST ending date. (Always the first Sunday in April, offset 1 hour)

If Mode = Week, set DST by month, number of week, day of week, and hours to be offset (i.e., April/the 1st/Sunday/1 hour offset)

If Mode = Date, set DST by date according to popup calendar.

Default Select Default to use the automatic DST default values. Apply Select Apply to use the values you just manually set. Exit Leave the screen without making changes.

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Live Screen The Live screen establishes how the screen looks when in Live view. It has 3 tabs:

Live Main Monitor Video Blind

Main Monitor Tab This screen lets you determine in what order the cameras live video displays in the screens sections. You can also set how long the video pauses on each image before moving to another image (5 to 60 seconds in 5 second intervals).

Record Screen The Record screen configures how the files will be recorded. It has 5 tabs:

Enable Record Bitrate Stamp Recycle Record Snap

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Enable Tab Use this tab to determine if the selected camera will record video.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Record Check to set the channel to record video. Uncheck to skip

recording video for this channel. All Apply selections to all channels.

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Record Bitrate Tab This tab allows you to set the recorded file characteristics. You can set a channel to record at a higher quality or a lower frames per second. The resolution, frames per second, and maximum bitrate determine how large a recorded file will be. If you need to record long periods of time, set your parameters lower. Otherwise, there will not be enough room on the hard drive to save the recorded file.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Resolution Supports D1, 960H, 720P and 1080P resolution. FPS Range: 1-15 (Default = 15 fps) Encode Support VBR (Variable Bit Rate) and CBR (Constant Bit

Rate) (Default = Variable Bit Rate) Quality The higher the quality is, the clearer the video images are. Max Bitrate 256 kbps ~ 2048 kbps

Check the box on the bottom row to set all channels to the same parameters at the same time.

Overwrite Tab The Overwrite allows the system to automatically overwrite the oldest recorded files and continue recording when the hard disk is full. If the box is not checked (not enabled), the system stops recording and displays an information message.

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Record Schedule Screen The Schedule screen lets you set up recording schedules. It has 2 tabs:

Schedule Motion

Schedule Tab This tab sets up a basic schedule for recording. (Default = No recording blocks selected)

1. Select a channel whose recording schedule you want to set up. 2. Select the ( ) icon to set 1-hour blocks when you WANT that channel

to record. 3. Select one-hour blocks to add to the recording setup. 4. When you have the schedule set up as you want it, select Apply. The

configuration for that channel is now saved. 5. If you want to use that same configuration on another channel, select that

channel in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now copied to the second desired channel.

6. If you want to apply the settings from one channel to ALL channels, select All in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now copied to all channels.

7. Select Apply to save the settings. 8. Select Exit.

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PIR Tab This tab sets up a schedule for motion sensor recording. (Default = All recording blocks selected)

1. Select a channel whose motion sensor recording schedule you want to set up.

2. Select the erase icon ( ) and click on the 1-hour recording blocks you DO NOT want that channel to record.

3. When you have the schedule set up as you want it, select Apply. The configuration for that channel is now saved.

4. If you want to use that same configuration on another channel, select that channel in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now saved on the second desired channel.

5. If you want to apply the settings from one channel to ALL channels, select All in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now saved on all channels.

6. Select Exit.

Motion Tab This tab sets up a schedule for motion sensor recording. (Default = All recording blocks selected)

1. Select a channel whose motion sensor recording schedule you want to set up.

2. Select the erase icon ( ) and click on the 1-hour recording blocks you DO NOT want that channel to record.

3. When you have the schedule set up as you want it, select Apply. The configuration for that channel is now saved.

4. If you want to use that same configuration on another channel, select that channel in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now saved on the second desired channel.

5. If you want to apply the settings from one channel to ALL channels, select All in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now saved on all channels.

6. Select Exit.

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Alerts Screen The GDVR system allows you to set parameters for various types of system alerts. The Alarm screen is comprised of 3 icons:

Motion. Establish parameters for motion detection as well as a motion detection operation schedule.

Video Loss. Set up an alarm notification plan if any cameras lose video. Other alarm. Establish alarm system for other types of alerts not previously

covered.

PIR Screen The Motion screen has 2 tabs: Motion and Schedule.

PIR Tab When a camera detects a motion, the system sounds a motion detection alarm and takes action according to presets from this screen. The Trigger and Area fields lead to other screens to set parameters.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Enable Enable this function on a channel to detect motion. Holding Time Set an alarm delay time for the channel. Options are 5

sec., 10 sec., 20 sec., 30 sec., 60 sec., and 120 sec., or Always.

PIR PIR

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FIELD DESCRIPTION Trigger Select this field to set alarm trigger configuration, trigger

recording etc. Selecting this field displays the Trigger screen for a specific channel.

Motion Screen The Motion screen has 2 tabs: Motion and Schedule.

Motion Tab When a camera detects a motion, the system sounds a motion detection alarm and takes action according to presets from this screen. The Trigger and Area fields lead to other screens to set parameters.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Enable Enable this function on a channel to detect motion. Holding Time Set an alarm delay time for the channel. Options are 5

sec., 10 sec., 20 sec., 30 sec., 60 sec., and 120 sec., or Always.

Trigger Select this field to set alarm trigger configuration, trigger recording etc. Selecting this field displays the Trigger screen for a specific channel.

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FIELD DESCRIPTION Area Commonly called motion masking, a grid overlays a

selected cameras live video with task bar at the bottom. Mask off areas the motion detection ignores. You can also determine motion sensitivity (block off ceiling fans, or the floor area if you have pets.)

In this interface, the user can drag the scrollbar to adjust the sensitivity value (1-8). The default value is 6; the smaller the value is, the higher the sensitivity. Since the sensitivity is affected by the color, time (day or night), etc, adjust the value according to the actual situation.

Set all areas to be detection area Clear the set detection areas

Drag the mouse to test whether the sensitivity value and the detection area are appropriate or not

Save the settings

Exit

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Other Alerts Tab

FIELD DESCRIPTION Show Full Screen

A big screen popup alarm displays when an alarm is triggered.

To Alarm Out This tab directs alerts to optional alerts (not included) added to the system.

Email When enabled and an alarm is triggered, the system sends information relevant to the alarm (alarm event, device name, etc.) to the user-specified mailbox.

Snap When enabled and an alarm is triggered, the system automatically takes a snapshot of the selected channel and stores it on the hard disk.

To Record Tab Select which cameras record when an alarm is triggered.

Schedule Tab This tab sets up a basic schedule for recording. (Default = No recording blocks selected)

1. Select a channel whose recording schedule you want to set up.

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2. Select the ( ) icon to set 1-hour blocks when you WANT that channel to record.

3. Select one-hour blocks to add to the recording setup. 4. When you have the schedule set up as you want it, select Apply. The

configuration for that channel is now saved. 5. If you want to use that same configuration on another channel, select that

channel in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now copied to the second desired channel.

6. If you want to apply the settings from one channel to ALL channels, select All in the dropdown box for Apply Settings To. Then, select Copy. The configuration is now copied to all channels.

7. Select Apply to save the settings. 8. Select Exit.

Video Signal Loss Icon If you lose video from a camera (someone cuts the cable), the system alerts you according to the presets from this screen.

Select Trigger for the camera you want to set. The Trigger screen for that channel displays.

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Other Alerts Icon FIELD DESCRIPTION Alerts Type Select one of the following from the drop-down menu:

Disk Full IP Conflict Disconnect Disk Attenuation War Disk Lost

Email When enabled and an alarm is triggered, the system sends information relevant to the alarm (alarm event, device name, etc.) to the user-specified mailbox.

To Alarm Out When enabled, triggers will send an alarm to the specified alarm output.

Disk Shortage Alarm

Select a minimum disk capacity to trigger a Disk Shortage Alarm.

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Network Screen Network Configuration includes five tabs:

Network Email

Network Tab Do not change these presets. This is for information purposes only.

FIELD DESCRIPTION HTTP Port Default = 80. Server Port Default = 5000. Mobile Port Default = 5001. Obtain an IP Address Automatically

Default = Checked

You must have DHCP turned on in your router. (Typical default setting.)

IP Address IP address of the device.

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FIELD DESCRIPTION Subnet Mask Devices subnet mask Gateway Devices default gateway. Preferred DNS Server

The address is provided by your network operator and must be filled in when using remote monitoring.

Alternate DNS Server

Address provided by your network provider.

PPPOE Enable this to automatically establish a PPPOE network connection with the DVR.

User Name ISP (Internet Service Provider) Password Enter the set password. Test Click Test and it will check that the IP address and PPPOE

information are valid.

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Email Tab This tab helps you set up how you receive email notifications. You may need to get this information from your internet service provider. (A G-mail account is a good option.)

FIELD DESCRIPTION STMP Server Mail server address can be IP address and domain name

(if domain name, confirm that the DNS setting is right, then it can be correctly resolved) e.g.: smtp.gmail.com

Port Mail server port number (Default = 465) SSL Check Provides secure socket layer for login. Send Address Mail servers email address. Password Password corresponding to senders email password. Receive Address

When an alarm is generated, the system will send email to the specified mailboxes.

No more than 3 mailboxes are available. Test Tests whether or not the current configuration is

successful.

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USERS ICON Selecting this icon brings up the User Management screen. This screen allows you to add and delete users and to change the passwords of existing users.

Uniden strongly recommends that you use a strong password to the admin user account.

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Adding a User Select the Add button, at the bottom of the screen, to display the Add User screen. This screen has 2 tabs:

General. Initial user setup (User name, password, user type, etc.) Authority. Grants new user access to specific elements of the system

(Remote login, manual record, remote live view, etc.)

General Tab

FIELD DESCRIPTION User Name Provide a user name. Password Enter users password to the system Confirm Password

Reenter users password

User Type Normal or Advanced Binding PC MAC Address

Links the PC and MAC address.

PC MAC Address

Computers unique hardware number. Enter the MAC address to restrict access to the DVR to only that PC when connected, Enter all zeros to lift this restriction and make access available to any PCs.

NOTE: If a computers physical address is 0, the GDVR system does not bind to a specific computer and the user can use any computer to log into the client to use the DVR. However, once a specific computers physical address is entered, the user can only use that specific computer to log in to the client to use the DVR.

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Authority Tab This tab allows you to customize what each user can access. Click on the corresponding box to enable/disable access.

Log Search Two Way Audio Remote Login System Setup File Management Shut Down Disk Management Live View (per camera) Manual Record (per camera) Playback (per camera) Backup (per camera) Remote Live View (per camera)

NOTE: If a computer's physical address is 0, the GDVR system does not bind to a specific computer and the user can use any computer to log into the client to use the DVR. However, once a specific computer's physical address is entered, the user can only use that specific computer log into the client to use the DVR.

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Deleting a User 1. Select a user from the User Management screen. 2. Select Delete. The system displays a confirmation message. 3. Confirm deletion.

Changing a Password 1. Select Change Password from the User Management screen. 2. The Change Password screen displays.

3. Enter the fields and select OK. A confirmation screen displays.

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Advanced Icon Select the Advanced icon; the Advanced Setup screen displays 3 icons:

Reset. Return all settings to factory defaults. Import/Export. Export system parameters to other devices, eliminating the

need to configure devices separately. Exit. Returns to Setup screen.

Export/Import Parameters If you have to return your DVR to factory settings, all your current settings will be lost. Copy your current system configuration to a USB drive to reload after your DVR has been reset.

When you import system parameters from the USB drive, power off your device, insert the USB drive in a USB slot in the BACK of the unit, and then turn the DVR back on.

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SEARCH ICON Select the Search icon and the Search screen displays with 4 tabs:

Time Search. Select this tab to search all channels for files recorded during a specified time period.

Event Search. Select this tab to search specific channels for recorded events during specific start and end times.

File Management. Once you have located files for a specific time period, you can select those files for deletion or lock them to prevent them being deleted.

Image. Search for snapshots.

Time Search Tab Use this tab if you need to check video for a specific time frame.

1. On the right side of the screen, there is a calendar and a list of cameras. Select cameras to search and then select a specific day to search on calendar. Select SEARCH.

2. The left side of the screen displays a simple timeline of all files recorded that day for the specified camera(s). Click in any block of time to set that as the playback start time. Select to view that file.

3. The video plays back in full screen for that search from the time selected. Icons on the playback bar allow you to control the video

Icons on the playback bar allow you to control the video.

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Event Search Tab This tab helps you find specific types of events for predetermined dates/ channels.

1. Select a date to search as well as indicate what channels you want to include in the search. Select Search.

2. A list of events for that camera displays, with the type of event listed. 3. Double-click the event to play back the video on full screen.

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Image Tab The Image tab lets you set specific date/time parameters and then display the image from that date/time setting. Direction arrows let you move forward or backward through the saved video. Double-click the image to play back the video from the time when the image was captured.

FIELD DESCRIPTION Search After setting up search parameters (Start and End times,

selected cameras), select Search to initiate the actual search.

Delete Select to delete the displayed image. Lock Select to lock the displayed image so it cannot be deleted

or overwritten. (It can, however, be deleted during disk reformat.)

Save Save the current image to a removable storage device. Save All Save all captured images to a removable storage device.

(Maximum images saved = 2000.)

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BACKUP ICON Back up recorded files to a removable USB storage device. Insert USB device into USB slot on back of unit.

1. Select the Backup icon from the Main Menu. The Backup screen displays. 2. Set up search criteria to locate the files you want to back up.

Select which channels you want to search. Set beginning and ending search times.

3. Select Search. Files display that meet your criteria.

4. Select files in the list and then select Backup. The Backup Information screen displays. This screen provides a review of the backup criteria and files.

5. Select Start. The files transfer to the USB device.

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INFORMATION ICON Select this icon to find information about your system. The Information screen comprises 6 icons:

System Event Log Network Online Users Exit

System Screen Select the System icon and the System screen displays. This screen displays basic system information such as system type, firmware version, etc. It also provides QR codes for iOS and Android systems as well as a Device ID. Scan these codes to download the mobile client and your devices mobile phone port number when you are setting up the Uniden Guardian 365 app.

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Event List Screen Select this icon to view event information for various types of alerts during a specified time frame.

Log list Screen 1. Select the Log icon and the Log List screen displays. 2. Enter start/end times and select what types of operations to search for. 3. Select Search and the system displays all events that fit those criteria.

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Network Screen Select this icon to display the Network screen. This screen displays existing network parameters for the system.

Online Users list Screen Select this icon to display information on any users currently connected to the DVR system.

Exit Screen Select this icon to return to the Main Menu screen.

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DISK MANAGEMENT ICON Select this icon to view files on your hard drive and on a connected USB drive (if applicable).

1. Select the Disk Management icon from the Main Menu screen. The Disk Management screen displays.

BUTTONS DESCRIPTION Refresh Recheck identifiable disks (hard drive, USB drive,

etc.) Browse Displays file names and other information for the

selected drive. Allows you to delete files. Format Deletes data on the selected hard disk (including

locked fines and images.)

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2. Select a drive to review (in the screen above, select 01). Select Browse. The Information screen displays for reviewing the hard drive.

3. Select Cancel to return to the Disk Management screen.

LOGOFF ICON The Logoff icon lets you log out of the system. This does not shut down the system but only logs you (as a user) out of the system. When you select the Logoff icon, a confirmation screen displays.

SHUT DOWN ICON Select the Shut Down icon save your data and changes and shut off the system. When you select the Shut Down icon, a confirmation screen displays.

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From time to time, Uniden may update its products' firmware to improve features, fix bugs, or otherwise improve the product. Uniden recommends checking for firmware updates every 6 months.

Check for firmware updates if you have service issues; your firmware may be out of date.

1. Go to Main Menu/Information/System Information to locate the current GDVR firmware version.

2. Go to uniden.com.au and look for the GDVR. Check your DVRs firmware number against the latest firmware download available.

3. If there is a firmware version that is later than the firmware version on your system, download it to your USB drive.

4. Power down your DVR. 5. Insert the USB drive into the USB port on the BACK of the receiver. 6. Power up your DVR. The system reboots and imports the new firmware.

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1. From the Apple App Store or Google Play, download and install the Guardian 365 app.

2. Open the app. The Log In screen appears. Tap Register. Complete the fields and then select Register.

3. The Dashboard screen displays.

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4. Select the + icon at the top right corner to add your DVR system to the app. The Add Device screen displays.

5. Tap Scan QR Code and scan the QR code label on top of the DVR box or the applicable QR code from Main Menu/ Information/System screen on the monitor. This will add the DVR Device ID code into the app. Enter the Device password and name your DVR system. Tap the tick icon at the top right cornet to add the device.

6. The Device List displays again, with your system now listed. Select your system and live video displays on your device.

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After turning on, the DVR cannot switch on normally.

Possible reasons:

The power supply is not correct. Switch power cable is not in good connection. Switch power is damaged. The program upgrading is wrong. The hard disk is damaged or something is wrong with the hard disk cables. Something is wrong with the front panel.

The main board of the DVR is damaged.

The DVR reboots automatically or frequently stops working after booting up for a few minutes Possible reasons:

The input voltage is not stable or too low. The hard disk is damaged or the hard disk cables are broken. The power rating from wall supply is not correct. The front-end video signal is not stable. Poor heat dissipation, too much dust, bad running environment for the

DVR.

Something is wrong with the hardware of the DVR.

Cannot detect hard disk after switch on. Possible reasons:

The hard disk power supply cable is not connected. The cables of the hard disk are damaged. The hard disk is damaged. The SATA port of the main board is damaged.

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No video output in single channel, multiple channels and all channels. Possible reasons:

Video format incorrect. Please ensure it is set correctly, PAL for Australia. The image brightness is all 0. Please restore the default setup. There is no video input signal or the signal is too weak. The hardware of the DVR is damaged.

Real-time image problems such as serious distortion of the image color or the brightness, etc. Possible reasons:

The DVR does not match with the impedance of the monitor. The video transmission distance is too far or the attenuation of video

transmission cable is too big. The setting of color and brightness for the DVR is wrong.

Cannot find video files in local playback. Possible reasons:

Something is wrong with the data cable or the jumper of the hard disk The hard disk is damaged or no video data. Record function has been disabled. Please click Record icon under Setup

to enable it. The video files you want to see have been overwritten after a recent disk

format.

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Blurred screen when viewing the local video. Possible reasons:

The video quality is set too low. The program data reads wrongly, always become normal after rebooting

up the DVR. Something is wrong with the data cable or the jumper of the hard disk The hard disk is damaged. The hardware of the DVR is damaged.

The time display is wrong. Possible reasons:

The time setting is wrong. Day light saving time has not been set up properly.

The battery is in bad connection or the voltage is too low.

The motion detection is not working Possible reasons:

The time period setting is not correct. The motion detection area setting is not appropriate. The sensitivity is too low.

Cannot login via web or client. Possible reasons:

ActiveX is held back. Something is wrong with network connection. Network setting problems

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No image or having mosaic effect when preview network image or playback video files Possible reasons:

Network speed is inconsistent or too slow. The logged in user has no surveillance authority. The device has no video output. Camera disconnected.

Something wrong with the USB backup. Possible reasons:

The CPU is busy please stop recording and then go on backup. The data volume exceeds the backup storage capacity and it will cause

burning errors The backup device is not compatible. The backup device is damaged.

Alerts is not working. Possible reasons:

The setting of the alert is not correct.

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System GDVR204xx GDVR208xx

Pentaplex View, Record, Playback backup, Remote Monitoring # Channels 4 BNC+2 IP 8 BNC+2 IP HDMI Yes VGA Out Yes USB Ports 2 Back 1 Front Video Input Resolution

up to 1080P

Power DC12V DISPLAY Live Display 4 Channel

full, quad

Live Display 8 Channel

full, quad, 8, 9

Live Display Speed (4 ch)

PAL: 15fps each channel

Live Display Speed (8 ch)

PAL: 15fps each channel

Motion Area Masking

22 x 15

Sensitivity Levels 8 FW Upgrade USB, Internet Security Set by admin Time Sync NTP Server Recording Video Compression

H.264 Main Profile

Audio Compression

G.711A

Recording Resolution

up to 1080P

Frame Rate PAL:1-15 fps Recording Quality

256 - 2048kbps

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System GDVR204xx GDVR208xx

Substream Resolution

CIF

Frame Rate 6fps Recording Schedule

Calendar style, by hour, day, recording mode, by channel

Playback Playback Speed Variable, up to 16x Search By Time and Event Log Search motion detection, configuration changes, connects/

disconnects, video loss STORAGE AND ARCHIVE Storage 1000GB included Backup Media up to 32GB USB Flash Drive FAT32 Backup File Format

AVI

CONNECTIVITY Connection Uniden Cloud-based P2P server Supported OS Windows Remote SW PC Email Notification With Snapshot SmartPhone, Tablet support

iPhone, iPad, Android

DDNS Free System Configuration

Uniden Cloud-based P2P server

Network Protocol HTTP, TCP/IP, UPNP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, PPPOE, IP, P2P

Network Interface RJ-45, 10/100 Base TX Camera Specs

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System GDVR204xx GDVR208xx

Image Sensor 1/2.7 CMOS, 2 Megapixel Video Format PAL Effective Pixels H: 1920 V: 1080 Resolution 1080P Lens/Type 3.6 mm, Fixed Max Aperture F2.0 Viewing Angle 105 PIR detection Range

5~8m

Scan Progressive Sync System Internal IR LED Yes ICR Yes Night Vision Range

20m Total Darkness

Min Illumination 1.0 Lux w/o IR LED; 0 Lux w/ IR LED Video Output BNC Cable BNC/Power Cable Length 18m Power 12V, 200mA Power Consumption

<16W

Operating Temp -10C to 45C Operating Humidity

10% - 90% RH

Environmental Rating

IP66

Casing Plastic

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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY GDVR 20 Series

Terms of Warranty: Uniden Aust warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the GDVR 20 series (the Product), will be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship for the duration of the warranty period, subject to the limitations and exclusions set out below. Warranty Period: This warranty to the original retail purchaser is only valid in the original country of purchase for a Product first purchased either in Australia or New Zealand and will expire, as indicated below, from the date of original retail sale. Product 1 Year Accessories 90 Days

A. Damaged or not maintained in a reasonable manner or as recommended in the relevant Uniden Owners Manual;

B. Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Uniden Aust;

C. Improperly installed contrary to instructions contained in the relevant Owners Manual

D. Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden Repair Agent in relation to a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty; or

E. Used in conjunction with any equipment, parts or a system not manufactured by Uniden.

Parts Covered: This warranty covers the Product and included accessories. User-generated Data: This warranty does not cover any claimed loss of or damage to user-generated data (including but without limitation phone numbers, addresses and images)that may be stored on your Product.

Satisfactory evidence of the original purchase is required for warranty service. Please refer to our Uniden website for any details or warranty durations offered in addition to those contained below.

The warrantor is Uniden Australia Pty Limited ABN 58 001 865 498 (Uniden Aust).

Important:

Warrantor:

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UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Phone number: 1300 366 895 Email address: custservice@uniden.com.au

Statement of Remedy: If the Product is found not to conform to this warranty as stated above, the Warrantor, at its discretion, will either repair the defect or replace the Product without any charge for parts or service. This warranty does not include any reimbursement or payment of any consequential damages claimed to arise from a Products failure to comply with the warranty.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

This warranty is in addition to and sits alongside your rights under either the COMPETITION AND CONSUMER ACT 2010 (Australia) or the CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT (New Zealand) as the case may be, none of which can be excluded.

Procedure for Obtaining Warranty Service: Depending on the country in which the Product was first purchased, if you believe that your Product does not conform with this warranty, you should deliver the Product, together with satisfactory evidence of your original purchase (such as a legible copy of the sales docket) to Uniden. Please refer to the Uniden website for address details. You should contact Uniden regarding any compensation that may be payable for your expenses incurred in making a warranty claim. Prior