This course will introduce you to the basic system features, functionality, installation, operation, configuration and troubleshooting of the DiBos Digital Video Recorders.

Course Content:

Module 1: CCTV Basic Concepts
• Networking Basics
• Video Compression
• Video Resolution and Quality CIF/2CIF/4CIF
• RAID Concepts - RAID 0/RAID 1/RAID 5

Module 2: DiBos 8 Overview - Features and Benefits
• Introduction - DiBos 8 DVR Models Overview
• Technical Specifications 
    - Power Consumptions and UPS 
    - Video Compression and Recording Rates 
    - PTZ Control - Bilinx and Biphase, Com Ports
• Understanding Part Numbers and Licenses
• Accessories - ATM/POS
• Software Included – Recorder, Remote Receiver Software, Archive Player

Module 3: Hardware Connections
• DiBos 8 - 19 inch Rack Mount Front and Rear View 
    - Audio Inputs/Outputs 
    - Alarm Inputs and Relay Contacts 
    - Monitor Outputs 
    - Bilinx/Biphase/Com Ports
• DiBos 8 Micro Front and Rear View
• Grabber Cards 
    - Loop Out 
    - Dip Switches

Module 4: Windows XP Administration
• Log in as DiBos Video System User
• Log in as a Windows XP Administrator
• Windows XP Administration 
    - Virus Scanning Software 
    - Firewall Exceptions List 
    - Windows Live Updates 
    - Changing Windows Administrator Password

Module 5: Storage/Disk Array Set up
• General Overview of Disk Options
• Disk Array Set up and Configuration
• LUNs and Partitions 
    - Default IP Address for SCSI Array’s 
    - Connections 
    - Raidwatch Program 
    - Raidwatch Web Interface
• Device Management Set up on DiBos

Module 6: Configuration
• Quick Configuration – Configuration Wizard 
    - General Settings 
    - Creating a User 
    - Setting up a Network 
    - Specifying Cameras 
    - Assigning Time Profiles 
    - Setting up Recording
• Expert Configuration 
    - Authorization Levels 
    - Creating Users 
    - Drives 
    - Video Audio Connections 
        ? IP Cameras and Encoders 
    - Time periods 
    - Recording Quality 
    - Inputs and Outputs 
    - Alarm Processing 
    - Remote Stations 
    - Alarm Transmissions 
    - Export Video Scheduler 
    - Error Forwarding 
    - Options
- Security and Network 
    - Administration and Dongle

Module 7: Live and Playback Modes
• Live Mode 
    - Creating Favorite Views 
    - Device Tree 
    - Remote Devices and Control Options 
    - PTZ Control 
    - Database Information 
    - Logbook Search
• Playback Mode 
    - Playback Controls 
    - Video Search 
    - Smart Search Option 
    - Protect, Unprotect and Delete Video 
    - Import and Playback Exported Video
• Export Options 
    - One Step Archiving Using DiBos 8 Recorder and Built-in CD/DVD 
    - Remote Software (Non-Licensed) Using a PC’s Software to Burn to CD/DVD 
    - Remote Software (Licensed) to Archive Video

Module 8: View and Control via Internet Explorer
• Log in and GUI
• Log in Privileges and Control

Module 9: Remote Software Installation and Operation
• Installation and Operation of Licensed and Non-Licensed Remote Software.
• Network
• Set up and Configuration

Module 10: Service and Troubleshooting
• Recovery Disk
• Database Analyzer
• Troubleshooting Tips

Module 11: Exam
• Written Test

Final Exam: Passing grade is 75% or higher

Practical Content: At least 70% hands-on