Dahua IVSS User manual

Intelligent Video Surveillance Server
Quick Start Guide
V1.1.0

Cybersecurity Recommendations I
Cybersecurity Recommendations
Mandatory actions to be taken towards cybersecurity
1. Change Passwords and Use Strong Passwords:
The number one reason systems get “hacked” is due to having weak or default passwords. It is
recommended to change default passwords immediately and choose a strong password whenever
possible.A strong password should be made up of at least 8 characters and a combination of special
characters, numbers, and upper and lower case letters.
2. Update Firmware
As is standard procedure in the tech-industry, we recommend keeping NVR, DVR, and IP camera
firmware up-to-date to ensure the system is current with the latest security patches and fixes.
“Nice to have” recommendations to improve your network security
1. Change Passwords Regularly
Regularly change the credentials to your devices to help ensure that only authorized users are able to
access the system.
2. Change Default HTTP and TCP Ports:
● Change default HTTP and TCP ports for systems. These are the two ports used to communicate and
to view video feeds remotely.
● These ports can be changed to any set of numbers between 1025-65535.Avoiding the default ports
reduces the risk of outsiders being able to guess which ports you are using.
3. Enable HTTPS/SSL:
Set up an SSL Certificate to enable HTTPS. This will encrypt all communication between your devices
and recorder.
4. Enable IP Filter:
Enabling your IP filter will prevent everyone, except those with specified IP addresses, from accessing
the system.
5. Change ONVIF Password:
On older IP Camera firmware, the ONVIF password does not change when you change the system’s
credentials. You will need to either update the camera’s firmware to the latest revision or manually
change the ONVIF password.
6. Forward Only Ports You Need:
● Only forward the HTTP and TCP ports that you need to use. Do not forward a huge range of numbers
to the device. Do not DMZ the device's IP address.
● You do not need to forward any ports for individual cameras if they are all connected to a recorder on
site; just the NVR is needed.
7. Disable Auto-Login on SmartPSS:
Those using SmartPSS to view their system and on a computer that is used by multiple people should
disable auto-login. This adds a layer of security to prevent users without the appropriate credentials from
accessing the system.
8. Use a Different Username and Password for SmartPSS:

Cybersecurity Recommendations II
In the event that your social media, bank, email, etc. account is compromised, you would not want
someone collecting those passwords and trying them out on your video surveillance system. Using a
different username and password for your security system will make it more difficult for someone to
guess their way into your system.
9. Limit Features of Guest Accounts:
If your system is set up for multiple users, ensure that each user only has rights to features and functions
they need to use to perform their job.
10. UPnP:
● UPnP will automatically try to forward ports in your router or modem. Normally this would be a good
thing. However, if your system automatically forwards the ports and you leave the credentials defaulted,
you may end up with unwanted visitors.
● If you manually forwarded the HTTP and TCP ports in your router/modem, this feature should be
turned off regardless. Disabling UPnP is recommended when the function is not used in real
applications.
11. SNMP:
Disable SNMP if you are not using it. If you are using SNMP, you should do so only temporarily, for
tracing and testing purposes only.
12. Multicast:
Multicast is used to share video streams between two recorders. Currently there are no known issues
involving Multicast, but if you are not using this feature, deactivation can enhance your network security.
13. Check the Log:
If you suspect that someone has gained unauthorized access to your system, you can check the system
log. The system log will show you which IP addresses were used to login to your system and what was
accessed.
14. Physically Lock Down the Device:
Ideally, you want to prevent any unauthorized physical access to your system. The best way to achieve
this is to install the recorder in a lockbox, locking server rack, or in a room that is behind a lock and key.
15. Connect IP Cameras to the PoE Ports on the Back of an NVR:
Cameras connected to the PoE ports on the back of an NVR are isolated from the outside world and
cannot be accessed directly.
16. Isolate NVR and IP Camera Network
The network your NVR and IP camera resides on should not be the same network as your public
computer network. This will prevent any visitors or unwanted guests from getting access to the same
network the security system needs in order to function properly.

Foreword III
Foreword
General
This quick start guide (hereinafter referred to be "the Guide") introduces the functions and
operations of the Intelligent Video Surveillance Server (IVSS) device (hereinafter referred to be
"the Device").
Safety Instructions
The following categorized signal words with defined meaning might appear in the Guide.
Signal Words
Meaning
DANGER
Indicates a high potential hazard which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in slight or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in
property damage, data loss, lower performance, or unpredictable
result.
TIPS
Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save you time.
NOTE
Provides additional information as the emphasis and supplement
to the text.
Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect personal data of others such as face,
fingerprints, car plate number, Email address, phone number, GPS and so on. You need to be
in compliance with the local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate
rights and interests of other people by implementing measures including but not limited to:
providing clear and visible identification to inform data subject the existence of surveillance
area and providing related contact.
About the Guide
The Guide is for reference only. If there is inconsistency between the Guide and the actual
product, the actual product shall prevail.
We are not liable for any loss caused by the operations that do not comply with the Guide.
The Guide would be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related
regions. For detailed information, see the paper manual, CD-ROM, QR code or our official

Foreword IV
website. If there is inconsistency between paper manual and the electronic version, the
electronic version shall prevail.
All the designs and software are subject to change without prior written notice. The product
updates might cause some differences between the actual product and the Guide. Please
contact the customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.
There still might be deviation in technical data, functions and operations description, or
errors in print. If there is any doubt or dispute, please refer to our final explanation.
Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the Guide (in PDF
format) cannot be opened.
All trademarks, registered trademarks and the company names in the Guide are the
properties of their respective owners.
Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if there is any problem
occurred when using the Device.
If there is any uncertainty or controversy, please refer to our final explanation.
Writing Conventions
In order to simplify the description, the commonly used functional names in the Guide are made
as follows.
The remote device in the Guide refers to the front-end device such as IPC and speed
dome connected to the IVSS device via the network.
The AI Module in the Guide refers to the AI card installed in the IVSS device.
The Device supports local, WEB and IVSS client operation and the Guide is based on the
local interface and operation. There might be differences when using Web or IVSS client
operation. The actual interface shall prevail.
To guarantee the security of personal privacy, the private information such as human face
and car plate number has been dealt with.

Important Safeguards and Warnings V
Important Safeguards and Warnings
The following description is the correct application method of the Device. Read the Guide
carefully before use to prevent danger and property loss. Strictly conform to the Guide during
application and keep it properly after reading.
Operating Requirement
Don’t place and install the Device in an area exposed to direct sunlight or near heat
generating device.
Don’t install the Device in a humid, dusty or fuliginous area.
Keep its horizontal installation, or install it at stable places, and prevent it from falling.
Don’t drip or splash liquids onto the Device; don’t put on the device anything filled with
liquids, in order to prevent liquids from flowing into the Device.
Install the Device at well-ventilated places; don’t block its ventilation opening.
Use the Device only within rated input and output range.
Don’t dismantle the Device arbitrarily.
Transport, use and store the Device within allowed humidity and temperature range.
Power Requirement
Make sure to use the designated battery type. Otherwise there may be explosion risk.
Make sure to use batteries according to requirements; otherwise, it may result in fire,
explosion or burning risks of batteries!
To replace batteries, only the same type of batteries can be used.
Make sure to dispose the exhausted batteries according to the instructions.
The product shall use electric wires (power wires) recommended by this area, which shall
be used within its rated specification.
Make sure to use standard power adapter matched with this device. Otherwise, the user
shall undertake resulting personnel injuries or device damages.
Use power supply that meets SELV (safety extra low voltage) requirements, and supply
power with rated voltage that conforms to Limited Power Source in IEC60950-1. For
specific power supply requirements, please refer to device labels.
Products with category I structure shall be connected to grid power output socket, which is
equipped with protective grounding.
Appliance coupler is a disconnecting device. During normal use, please keep an angle that
facilitates operation.
Points for Attention:
AI module does not support hot plug. If you need to replace theAI module, unplug the device
power cable first. Otherwise, it will lead to file damage on theAI module.

Table of Contents VI
Table of Contents
Cybersecurity Recommendations........................................................................................................... I
Foreword.................................................................................................................................................. III
Important Safeguards and Warnings.....................................................................................................V
1 General Introduction............................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Overview........................................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Structure........................................................................................................................................ 1
Front Panel......................................................................................................................... 11.2.1 Rear Panel.......................................................................................................................... 31.2.2
2 Installation and Connection................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 Checking the Components............................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Installing HDD................................................................................................................................ 5
12-HDD............................................................................................................................... 62.2.1 16/24-HDD.......................................................................................................................... 62.2.2
2.3 Installing AI Module ....................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Connecting Cables...................................................................................................................... 10
3 Initial Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 12
3.1 Boot up ........................................................................................................................................ 12
3.2 Initializing the Device................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Quick Settings ............................................................................................................................. 14
System Time..................................................................................................................... 143.3.1 IPAddress Settings .......................................................................................................... 153.3.2 P2P Settings..................................................................................................................... 173.3.3
3.4 Registering Remote Device......................................................................................................... 18
4 Business Operations .......................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Logging In.................................................................................................................................... 23
4.2 Preview and Monitor.................................................................................................................... 25
View Management............................................................................................................ 254.2.1 Preview............................................................................................................................. 294.2.2
4.3 Record Playback ......................................................................................................................... 32
4.4 AI Detection Settings................................................................................................................... 33
EnablingAI Plan ............................................................................................................... 334.4.1 Human Face Detection..................................................................................................... 344.4.2 Human Face Recognition................................................................................................. 364.4.3
4.5 Logout/Reboot/Shutdown............................................................................................................ 38
5 Web Operations................................................................................................................................... 39
6 IVSS Client ........................................................................................................................................... 40
7 FAQ ....................................................................................................................................................... 41

General Introduction 1
1 General Introduction
1.1 Overview
Intelligent video surveillance server is a product of new form. Compatible with the general
functions of video surveillance of security industry, it has addedAI functions such as human
face recognition and features extraction based on the deep learning technology.
This series product includes general system settings, video surveillance, video storage, alarm
settings, log management, record search and playback, intelligent analysis (such as human
face real-time recognition, search human face by specified image and then play back videos).
This series product has user-friendly interface which is suitable for users to operate.At the
same time, it supports real-time alarm and search record file or image by human face features,
which greatly enhance record file search speed.
This series product supports 4K and H.265 decoding. It meets the main development trend of
current market.
This series product can be widely used in areas such as intelligent building, large parking lot,
safe city project and financial planning.
1.2 Structure
It is to introduce front panel, rear panel, ports, buttons and indicator lights. The following
contents are based on the 16-HDD series product. For detailed information of other series, see
User’s Manual.
Front Panel1.2.1
Front panel (with LCD panel)Figure 1-1

General Introduction 2
Front panel (without LCD panel)Figure 1-2
Front panel descriptionTable 1-1
No.
Name
Description
1
Front panel lock
Once the front panel lock is locked, it can prevent HDD from being
stolen or removed by mistake. Unlock the front panel lock, remove
the front panel, and you can view 16 HDD slots.
2
Power on-off
button
Boot up or shut down the Device. The power on-off button has the
indicator light. It can display device-running status.
When the Device is off (indicator light is off), press the button for
a short period to boot up the Device.
When the Device is running, (blue indicator light is on), press
the button for at least 4 seconds to shut down the Device.
3
System status
indicator light
It is to display system-running status.
The blue light is on: Device is running properly.
The indicator light is off: Device is not running.
4
Alarm indicator
light
It is to display local input alarm status.
The indicator light is off: There is no local alarm input event.
The blue indicator light is on: There is one or more local alarm
input event.
5
Network
indicator light
It is to display current network status.
The blue indicator light is on: At least one Ethernet port has
connected to the network.
The indicator light is off: No Ethernet port is connected to the
network.
6
USB port
Connect to mouse, keyboard, USB storage device ,etc.
7
16-HDD slot
After you remove the front panel, you can see 16 HDDs. From the
left to the right and from the top to the bottom, it ranges from 1~4,
5~8, 9~12 and 13~16.
There are two indicator lights on the HDD bracket: HDD indicator
light and HDD read/write indicator light.
HDD indicator light: The light is yellow after you install the
HDD.
HDD read/write indicator light: The blue light flashes when
system is reading or writing the data.

General Introduction 3
Rear Panel1.2.2
For the single-power series, the interface is shown as in Figure 1-3.
Rear panel (single power)Figure 1-3
For the redundant series, the interface is shown as in Figure 1-4.
Rear panel (dual power)Figure 1-4
Rear panel descriptionTable 1-2
No.
Name
Description
1
Power port
Input AC 100V-240V power
2
AI module
indicator light
It is to displayAI module status.
When the yellow light flashes, AI module is running properly.
When the yellow light is on,AI module is in malfunction.
NOTE
This function is null if there is noAI module.
3
RESET button
Use a needle or something like that to press the button, device
restores factory default settings.
4
High Definition
Media Interface
High definition audio and video signal output port. It transmits
uncompressed high definition video and multiple-channel data to
the HDMI port of the display device.