D-Link MYDLINK DNR-322L User manual

DNR-322L
User Manual
2-Bay Professional Network Video Recorder (NVR)
Version 1.3 | 05/07/2013

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Revision Date Description
1.00 August 02, 2011 DNR-322L A1 with firmware version 1.00
1.10 December 29, 2011 DNR-322L A1 with firmware version 1.10
1.20 March 05, 2012 DNR-322L A1 with firmware version 1.20
1.21 April 13, 2012 DNR-322L A1 with firmware version 1.20
1.22 June 19, 2012 DNR-322L A2 with firmware version 1.20
1.30 May 7, 2013 DNR-322L A2 with firmware version 1.30
Manual Overview

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Manual Overview .......................................................................i
Manual Revisions ........................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................................... i
Product Overview ......................................................................1
Package Contents .........................................................................1
System Requirements ................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Features ............................................................................................ 4
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 7
Front View ................................................................................ 7
Rear Panel (Connections) ................................................... 8
Getting Started ..........................................................................9
NVR Software CD .......................................................................... 9
Installation ............................................................................... 10
Setup Wizard ................................................................................10
Windows ................................................................................10
Install the Hard Drives .......................................................11
Power and Device Selection ...........................................13
Admin password .................................................................14
HDD Conguration and Drive Mapping .....................15
Search for Cameras ............................................................16
Management Options .......................................................18
Set up Internet connection .............................................19
Setup Wizard ................................................................................21
Mac ..........................................................................................21
Install the Hard Drives .......................................................23
Power and Device Selection ...........................................25
Admin password .................................................................26
HDD Conguration ............................................................27
Search for Cameras ............................................................28
Management Options .......................................................30
Set up Internet connection .............................................31
mydlink Portal ......................................................................... 33
NVR Status .....................................................................................34
Live Video ......................................................................................35
Playback .........................................................................................36
Status ..............................................................................................37
NVR Info .........................................................................................38
D-Link NVR Search Utility ........................................................39
Windows ................................................................................39
D-Link NVR Search Utility ........................................................41
Mac ..........................................................................................41
Web UI Login ........................................................................43
Congure Hard Drive.........................................................44
Auto Search Camera ..........................................................45
Web UI ............................................................................................47
Conguring the NVR ..........................................................48
Network Setup .....................................................................49
Camera Search .....................................................................50
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Camera Setup .......................................................................51
Audio and Video ..................................................................52
2nd Stream Settings ..........................................................53
Live and Playback Setup ..................................................54
Recording Schedule ...........................................................55
Auto Backup .........................................................................58
Event Setup ...........................................................................59
E-mail Setup..........................................................................61
Time and Date Setup .........................................................62
Maintenance ................................................................................63
User Management ..............................................................63
System ....................................................................................65
RAID .........................................................................................66
Dynamic DNS .......................................................................68
Firmware Update ................................................................69
Status ..............................................................................................70
Camera Status ......................................................................70
System Info ...........................................................................71
System Log ............................................................................72
NVR Log ..................................................................................73
Support ..........................................................................................74
Live Video ................................................................................. 75
General Setting ...........................................................................78
Multiple view................................................................................81
Playback .........................................................................................82
Open Record and Setting ................................................85
Search the Recorded Video to Playback .....................87
Recorded Video Enhancement ......................................89
Save Video .............................................................................90
Save Image ............................................................................91
Print Image ............................................................................92
Page Setting .........................................................................92
Back up the Recorded Video ...........................................93
Playback Manager Application ............................................ 94
Set Connections to the Units ..........................................95
Backup System ............................................................................96
Verification Tool ...................................................................... 98
Verify Image/Video .............................................................99
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 100
Choose a RAID Level ............................................................102
Replacing or Adding a New Hard Drive ............................ 103
Technical Specifications ...................................................... 104

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Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DNR-322L mydlink Network Video Recorder (NVR)
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Cable Holder
• Keys
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your
product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Hardware Requirements • One or two 3.5” SATA hard disk drive(s)*
Network Requirements
• Broadband Internet connection (for remote access)
• Network camera(s) (refer to the D-Link website for a list of supported cameras)
• 10/100/1000 Mbit Gigabit Ethernet switch or router
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements/Remote
PC Minimum Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP (32 bits)
• Pentium 4 - 2.4 GHz or higher
• 512 MB or higher
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher
Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed. Visit www.java.com to
download the latest version.
Optional UPS with USB interface
*Hard disk drives should be from the same manufacturer. To ensure maximum performance, identical drives are recommended for RAID 1
congurations.
System Requirements

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DNR-322L 2-bay mydlink NVR.
The DNR-322L is a standalone wired Network Video Recorder (NVR) which supports multi-channel network cameras with
M-JPEG, MPEG4 or H.264 recording with 2 high-speed 3.5-inch SATA hard disks for long-term recording. Thanks to the
powerful embedded system, the NVR can record video from network cameras located in local or remote sites to a dedicated
HDD storage without requiring your PC to be turned on.
Empowered by mydlink technology, the DNR-322L can be easily set up for Internet access. It supports real-time monitoring
and playback from anywhere via an Internet browser. The triplex function can keep recording while the user is viewing live
video or searching playback at the same time. The NVR’s complete video management, display, and playback ability make it
a convenient and stable video recorder.

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Features
Comprehensive IP Surveillance Solution
• Total Solution: The D-Link NVR is a standalone SATA RAID network video recorder capable of 24/7 recording
without a PC. The NVR can manage multiple network cameras, providing direct access to view live video and play
recorded data through the Internet from anywhere, anytime. The device itself is compact in size and incorporates a
physical security lock.
• Easy to Use: A user-friendly GUI simplifies network and camera setup, allowing users to easily access multiple
cameras for viewing, recording, playback, and configuration.
• Centralized Interface for Configuration: NVR provides a flexible and economic alternative to manage and
configure multiple network cameras on a centralized web interface.
• Megapixel Resolution Support: The NVR supports high-resolution megapixel recording for vivid video with high
clarity.
• Empowered by Mydlink technology: The DNR-322L can be easily set up for Internet access. It supports real-time
monitoring and playback from everywhere via your Internet browser. The recording is stored in your own HDD for
high privacy, not in the online cloud.
Complete Network Functionality
• PPPoE Support: The D-Link NVR utilizes ADSL services. It can connect to the Internet via an ADSL modem over
Ethernet.
• DDNS Support: Dynamic DNS is a solution for users without a fixed IP address. With DDNS service, users can
connect to the NVR from the Internet using an easy-to-remember domain name.
• NTP Support: Maintaining an accurate record of time is essential if recorded data is to be used as evidence. To
ensure that the time recording is always accurate, the NVR can update the system clock from an Internet server
using the Network Time Protocol (NTP).
• DHCP Server: The NVR can act as a DHCP server for easy deployment when the network environment is very simple
and there is no existing DHCP server.

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Fully Functional Recording
1. Flexible Recording Schedule: Once cameras have been set up, a highly configurable scheduling system allows
for continuous recording or recording during specifically allotted time frames. Each camera can be set to record
independently at preset intervals. It also provides event recording based on specific triggers.
2. Recording Automatic Overwrite: The NVR can be configured to overwrite the oldest data automatically when hard
disk space runs out, allowing for continuous and uninterrupted recording. Users can specify the number of days the
recording should be kept (within the limits of the hard disk capacity). For example, if the NVR has the capacity to
store 7 days of recording, using the overwrite option, the NVR will record on the 8th day and delete the 1st day.
3. Recording Stop Alert: The NVR also provides the option to stop recording when the hard disk is full. When the disk
reach capacity, a notification can be sent via E-mail or to an external device such as an audible alarm or LED display.
Comprehensive Data and Hardware Security
1. Secure Data: RAID 1 duplicates the recordings database onto two separate drives. In the event of an hard disk
failure, data integrity is maintained on the secondary hard disk.
2. Auto Boot after Power Recovery: The NVR will boot up automatically once the power is recovered after a power
outage.
3. Access List Control: User can specify safe and blocked IP addresses to filter the external connections; this feature
increases data security.
4. Multiple User Privilege Control: Administrators may also choose access privileges for users by specifying the
cameras they may have access to live view, playback, audio, and PTZ functions.
5. UPS Status Monitor: A UPS can be used as emergency power supply for the NVR. The UPS uses a USB interface to
notify the NVR to perform a proper shutdown before battery power runs out.
6. Backup Recording Data: Recorded data is stored in a secure database. This recorded data can be backed up to
additional storage locations periodically or whenever needed.
Powerful Event Management
1. Camera Status: The camera status page will show connection, recording, frame rate, and bit rate information of
each camera. Meanwhile, the estimated available recording time is also displayed for quick reference.
2. Flexible Event Management: Event setup is another key configuration of the NVR. The NVR can monitor all of the

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camera triggers from motion detection. One of the most powerful functions is notification application. The NVR
centrally controls the E-mail and recording of all the connected cameras.
Instant Live View
1. Full Screen: Enlarge the display to full screen of live view and recorded video.
2. Drag and Drop GUI: With multiple channels enabled, users can change channel by drag and drop.
3. Camera Name and Status on OSD: Camera name and recording status are displayed via OSD to aid in
identification.
4. PTZ: Users can control pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) functions from within the interface using the provided interface buttons
or by directly clicking on the video.
5. Audio Support: A single camera may be viewed full-screen with optional audio.
6. Preset Point: Presets from within the interface can be set to instantly restore a previously saved view.
7. Digital Zoom: Videos can be enlarged by digital zoom.
Intelligent Playback
1. AVI/ASF Outputs: During playback, if a user uncovers video that needs to be exported, two formats are available.
The AVI format will export raw video. The ASF file format will transpose a timestamp on the exported video.
2. Playback Speed Control: Playback speed control allows for up to 16x speed fast forward or fast backward play. The
step playback option displays one frame at a time.
3. Video Enhancement: Users can enhance the recorded video with controls such as brightness, contrast, and
sharpness.
4. Print Picture: If a printer is connected to the user’s PC, the NVR can also print the selected still image.

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Hardware Overview
Front View
USB Port
Drive LED Power LED
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Power Button Press once to power on the NVR. Press and hold the button until the LED begins to blink to power down the NVR.
Power LED Power LED will blink when booting up, remain steady during normal operation.
Drive LED These LEDs will be solid BLUE when the drives are connected but inactive. The LEDs will blink when the drives
are being accessed, formatted, or synchronized. They will illuminate AMBER if a drive has failed.
USB Port USB port for UPS status update.
Power Button

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Rear Panel (Connections)
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Cover Lock This lock is used to remove the cover when unlocked. Locking it will prevent the removal of the top cover.
Cooling Fan The cooling fan is used to cool the hard drives and features speed control. When the unit is first powered on,
the fans rotate at a low speed. The fans rotate at a high speed when the temperature rises above 49 °C.
Reset Button Press this button for more than 5 seconds to reset the unit to the factory default setting.
Power Receptacle Connect the supplied power cord to the receptacle.
Gigabit Ethernet Port Use the Gigabit Ethernet Port to connect the device to the local network. The port is equipped with both a LAN
LINK (R) and Traffic LED (L) to indicate connectivity and traffic respectively to the local LAN.
Security Lock This lock can be used to tie the DNR-322L to a desk to prevent theft. Cables are sold separately.
Cover Lock
Cooling Fan
Security Lock
Reset Button
Cable Hook
Power Receptacle
Gigabit Ethernet Port

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Section 2 - Getting Started
To get started with the NVR Setup Wizard, insert the supplied CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Getting Started
NVR Software CD

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Section 3 - Installation
Windows
The following instructions show you how to set up the NVR using your Windows computer. If you are using a Mac computer,
go to Setup Wizard - Mac on Page 21.
Simply click Start to go through the Setup Wizard, which will guide you through the installation process from connecting
your hardware to configuring your NVR.
Setup Wizard
Note: The computer used to access the NVR web-based configuration manager must be on the same subnet as the NVR. If your network is using a DHCP
server, the NVR will automatically be in the same subnet.

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Install the Hard Drives
This step shows you how to open your NVR do you can install one or two
hard drives. Open your NVR by sliding the cover back and pulling it out.
Click Next to continue.
Slide either one or two hard drives into the open hard drive bays of your
device. Click Next to continue.
Note: The NVR will use the default login ID of admin and .

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Once the hard drives are installed, you can reattach the top cover. Click
Next to continue.
Use the included standard CAT5E Ethernet cable with a RJ-45 connector to
connect your NVR to your network. Click Next to continue.

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Power and Device Selection
First, connect the power adapter to the power receptor on the back of the
NVR. Press the power button located under the faceplate LEDs to turn on
the NVR. Click Next on the Setup Wizard to continue.
Select your device from the device selection area. A confirmation window
will appear asking you to check if the device’s Power LED is solid. If it is
solid, select Yes in the confirmation window. Otherwise select No. If the
connection is good, then check that the hard drives are installed correctly
and have no other issues. Click Next to continue.
Note: When you select your device from the list, it will cause the LEDs to
blink to confirm the device selection.
Note: All configured NVRs are shown with their names in orange, while all
NVRs not configured are in blue.

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Admin password
This window requests the Admin (administrator) password. If this is the
first installation of this device, then leave the password field blank. Click
Next to continue.
In this step you can create a new password for the Admin username. It is
recommended you set a password. Click Next to continue.

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HDD Configuration and Drive Mapping
Select one of the Volume File Systems types. Clicking on the radio
button for each file system type will bring up a description. Click Next to
continue.
This step allows you to map the volume created as a network drive on
your computer. Click Next to continue.
Note:
1. Only Volume 2 is able to be formatted as a File Server and mounted to
your Windows system as a Network Drive.
2. You can also use the NVR Search utility to set up the Network Drive
mapping.

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Search for Cameras
Please connect your network cameras to your network and power them
on.
Click Next to continue.
The NVR will search for your available cameras in your local network (LAN)
and will add them to the camera list in the NVR.
The NVR will search for your available cameras in your local network (LAN)
and will add them to the camera list in the NVR.