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Network Video Recorder User Manual
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing GW Security products.
This user manual is a reference tool.
Please check the items one by one in accordance with the included packing list, if something is missing or damaged,
please contact your local retailer.

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Contents
1. Features and Specifications............................................................................................................................................................................4
1.1. Features...............................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2. Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................................................4
2. Installation Guide ...........................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.1. Safeguards and Warnings ....................................................................................................................................................................5
3. Product Appearance.......................................................................................................................................................................................6
4. Device Installation ..........................................................................................................................................................................................6
4.1. NVR Connection Diagram ....................................................................................................................................................................6
4.2. Installing the HDD................................................................................................................................................................................7
5. Basic Operation ..............................................................................................................................................................................................8
5.1. Power on and Shut down the NVR ......................................................................................................................................................8
5.2. Start-Up Wizard. ..................................................................................................................................................................................9
5.3. Mouse Operation.................................................................................................................................................................................9
5.4. Input Method ....................................................................................................................................................................................10
5.5. Keyboard description: .......................................................................................................................................................................10
5.6. Navigation Bar ...................................................................................................................................................................................10
6. Main Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................................................11
6.1. Data Inquire and Replay ....................................................................................................................................................................14
6.1.1. Inquire by Time.......................................................................................................................................................................14
6.1.2. Intel Play .................................................................................................................................................................................15
6.1.3. Data Management..................................................................................................................................................................16
6.2. Backup Management.........................................................................................................................................................................18
6.2.1. Instant Backup ........................................................................................................................................................................18
6.2.2. Manual Backup .......................................................................................................................................................................18
6.2.3. Scheduled Backup...................................................................................................................................................................18
6.3. Video Settings....................................................................................................................................................................................19
6.3.1. Recording Parameters ............................................................................................................................................................19
6.3.2. Manual Recording...................................................................................................................................................................20
6.3.3. Scheduled recording...............................................................................................................................................................20
6.4. Alarm Settings ...................................................................................................................................................................................21
6.4.1. Motion Detect ........................................................................................................................................................................21
6.4.2. Alarm Output..........................................................................................................................................................................22
6.4.3. Other Alarms ..........................................................................................................................................................................22
6.5. IPC Management ...............................................................................................................................................................................23
6.5.1. Add IP cameras .......................................................................................................................................................................23
6.5.2. Deleting IP cameras ................................................................................................................................................................24
6.5.3. Other Instructions...................................................................................................................................................................24
6.6. Settings Management .......................................................................................................................................................................24
6.6.1. General Settings .....................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.1. Host name....................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.2. Resolution....................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.3. Auto lock......................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.4. Display ‘Start-Up Wizard’.............................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.5. Language......................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.6. Open adaptive optimal resolution...............................................................................................................................25
6.6.1.7. Save and enable beep..................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.2. Time settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................25
6.6.2.1. Time Settings ...............................................................................................................................................................26
6.6.2.2. Daylight Saving Time (DST) ..........................................................................................................................................26
6.6.2.3. NTP Settings.................................................................................................................................................................26

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6.6.3. Output ....................................................................................................................................................................................26
6.6.3.1. Channel Settings: .........................................................................................................................................................27
6.6.3.2. Sequence .....................................................................................................................................................................28
6.6.3.3. Output Mode ...............................................................................................................................................................29
6.6.4. Network ..................................................................................................................................................................................29
6.6.4.1. Network Settings .........................................................................................................................................................30
6.6.4.2. DDNS Service ...............................................................................................................................................................30
6.6.4.3. Dial-up Internet Settings..............................................................................................................................................31
6.6.4.4. Email Settings ..............................................................................................................................................................31
6.6.4.5. Advanced Settings .......................................................................................................................................................32
6.6.4.6. Cloud Services..............................................................................................................................................................33
6.6.4.7. Network Bridge............................................................................................................................................................33
6.7. HDD Management .............................................................................................................................................................................34
6.7.1. Basic Information....................................................................................................................................................................34
6.7.2. HDD Group..............................................................................................................................................................................34
6.7.3. Storage Settings......................................................................................................................................................................35
6.7.4. SMART ....................................................................................................................................................................................36
6.8. System Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................36
6.8.1. Device Information .................................................................................................................................................................36
6.8.2. Channel Status........................................................................................................................................................................37
6.8.3. Alarm Status ...........................................................................................................................................................................37
6.8.4. Online Status ..........................................................................................................................................................................38
6.8.5. Log Inquiry ..............................................................................................................................................................................38
6.9. System Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................................38
6.9.1. Quick Settings .........................................................................................................................................................................39
6.9.2. Management ..........................................................................................................................................................................39
6.9.3. Factory Default Settings .........................................................................................................................................................39
6.9.4. Upgrade ..................................................................................................................................................................................39
6.9.4.1. Remote Upgrade from Web Browser ..........................................................................................................................39
6.9.4.2. Upgrade via USB Device...............................................................................................................................................40
6.9.4.3. Upgrade via FTP ...........................................................................................................................................................40
6.9.5. Import and Export ..................................................................................................................................................................40
6.9.6. Schedule Restart.....................................................................................................................................................................41
6.9.7. System Shutdown ...................................................................................................................................................................41
7. Introduction to Web View ............................................................................................................................................................................41

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1. Features and Specifications
1.1. Features
The GW SMART Series NVR is a high performance network video recorder. The NVR supports local preview, multi-window display, local
recording storage, mouse shortcut menu operations, remote management and control functions.
1.2. Specification
Model
GW-NVR3208E/NVR2208E-8P
GW-NVR3216E/NVR3216E-16P
GW-NVR3232E-8S
8 Ch.
16 Ch.
32 Ch.
IP video input
Up to 12 MP for the first 2 Ch. , Up to 8MP for the rest
IP audio input
8 Ch.
16 Ch.
32 Ch.
Video/Audio
input
Two-way
audio
1x RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 kΩ)
ONVIF, RTSP,
Incoming
160Mbps
320Mbps
CGI, RTSP, RTMP(Only for H.264),
Network
Outgoing
160Mbps
320Mbps
Recording
resolution
Up to 12 MP for the first 2 Ch. , Up to 8MP on other channels.
HDMI output
4K (3840 x 2160)/60Hz, 1080p (1920 x 1080)/60Hz, 720p (1280 x 720)/60Hz, UXGA (1600 x 1200)/60Hz, 1280 x
1024/60Hz
VGA output
1080p (1920 x 1080)/60Hz, 720p (1280 x 720)/60Hz, UXGA (1600 x 1200)/60Hz, 1280 x 1024/60Hz
Video / Audio
output
Audio output
1x RCA (Linear, 1 kΩ)
Decoding
standard
H.265 / H.264
Live view /
playback
resolution
Up to 12 MP for the first 2 Ch. , Up to 8MP on all other channels
Decoding
Synchronous
playback
All Ch. Synchronous playback
SATA
2 SATA interfaces for 2 HDDs
HDD
Capacity
Up to 8TB capacity for each HDD
Network
1 10/100Mbps self-adaptive RJ45 interface
USB
Front panel: 1x USB2.0, Rear panel: 1x USB3.0
Alarm
4 in / 1 out
External
interface
RS-485
N/A
Interface
POE Option(8×POE RJ45
IEEE802.3af/at)
POE Option(16×POE RJ45
IEEE802.3af/at）
SDA Port:
8 10/100Mbps RJ45 interfaces
POE
Max. Power
120W
240W
Up to 32 Ch., Up to 8 Ch. for each SDA
interface
Power supply
12V 40W
Operating
condition
-Temperature: -10°C – 55°C (14°F – 131°F)
Humidity: 10 - 90%
General
Dimensions
(WxLxH)
340 x 217.6 x 77mm (13.8" x 8.5" x 3")

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2. Installation Guide
2.1. Safeguards and Warnings
1. Electrical safety
Installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes.
The product must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.
We assume no liability or responsibility for any fires or electric shock caused by improper handling or installation.
2. Transportation security
Avoid Heavy stress, violent vibrations, and moisture during transportation, storage, or installation.
3. Warnings
Keep upright. Handle with care.
Do not apply power to the NVR before completing the installation.
Do not place objects on the NVR.
Do not use near water; do not use the device with wet hands.
Do not remove any cable connectors while the device is powered on.
Do not open the NVR’s case while the power is on.
4. Qualified technician needed
All examination and repair work should be done by qualified service technicians.
We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or attempted repairs.
5. Operating Environment
The NVR should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, flammable materials, explosive substances, etc.
Required temperature: 50°F ~ 122°F
Required humidity: 15% ~ 85%
Note: Avoid installation in areas that might be disturbed by the sound/noise of the systems fan, such as a bedroom.
6. Accessories
Before installing, please check the package to make sure all the accessories are included. Contact your local retailer immediately if
something is broken or missing from your package. Be sure to use only the accessories recommended by manufacturer.
Packing List:
3. Product Appearance
Item
Quantity
DVR/NVR
1
Power Adapter
1
NVR Quick Guide
1
NVR Manual
1
Software CD
1
USB Mouse
1
Install Accessories
1
IR Remote Control(Optional)
1

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Optiona
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（GW2208E-P shown in picture）
4. Device Installation
4.1. NVR Connection Diagram
Please follow the diagram below when connecting cables and components.
（GW2208E-P shown in picture）

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（GW3208E shown in picture）
4.2. Installing the HDD
1. Open the front panel
2. Install the HDD to the HDD Placement Bracket
Step 1: Open the bracket by dislodging the metal clip in the back, put the bracket around the Hard Drive. Please make sure the SATA
opening is aligned with the Hard Drive’s SATA interface.
Step 2: Re-attach the metal clip after Hard Drive is fully mounted on the bracket.

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Step3: Push the HDD back in to the NVR and close the front panel. Just like the picture shows.
5. Basic Operation
5.1. Power on and Shut down the NVR
Power on the NVR
After installing the hard drive, power cable, HDMI/VGA cable and mouse on the NVR, press the power switch on the rear panel.
(GW2208E-P shown in the picture)
Shut down the NVR
Press the Shutdown button on the front panel or select the “Power Off” by right clicking the mouse, follow the on-screen prompt to shut
down the system, then you can safely disconnect the power supply from the device.

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5.2 Start-Up Wizard.
5.2. Mouse Operation
Control the device with the mouse after connecting it to the USB port.
Item
Command
Instructions
Single Click
●In Preview: Select current screen and display context menu.
●In Menu: Select, confirm.
Double Click
●In Preview or playback mode: Switch between single- and multi-screen display.
●To play a selected segment of a video while performing a data inquiry or while in the
Back-up management interface.
●Display Calendars when inputting dates.
Left Key
Click and Drag
●To set motion sensitive areas, in the motion region settings.
●Adjust Brightness, contrast, saturation.
●Select the digital zoom range.
Right Key
Single Click
●In Preview: Show the pop-up menu.
●In Menu: Exit current menu, go back to the previous page/layer.
Scroll Up
●In a selection box: Scroll up the options.
●In a scroll bar: Scroll up the page.
Scroll
Scroll Down
●In a selection box: Scroll up the options.
●In a scroll bar: Scroll up the page.

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5.4. Input Method
The virtual keyboard is as shown below:
5.5. Keyboard description:
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Current input keyboard is English. Click
this icon to switch to the special
characters keyboard.
Delete
Current input keyboard is English. Click
the icon to switch to the character
keyboard.
Space
Click to activate capitalization mode.
Current input keyboard is the special characters keyboard. Click to switch
to the number keypad
Shift Keyboard
Current input is number keypad. Click to switch to the English keyboard.
5.6. Navigation Bar
The Navigation bar will appear as shown below:
Instructions:
Menu icon: Single click on the “ “ icon to enter the main menu.
Administrator account log in/log out: After powering on the device, single-click “ “to log into the administrator account,
single-click the “ ” icon to log out of the account. The screen will be locked after you log out.
Please note:
a. Default username: “admin”; Default password: “888888”
b. The system will automatically lock itself after three failed login attempt.When the device is locked, you need to wait 20 seconds to
try again.
c. At the login interface, left-click once on the mouse to call up the numbers keyboard, then right-click to hide the virtual keyboard.

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Tip: For your security, we suggest you to change the default password.
3) Alarm: Single-click on “ ” directs you to the alarm status interface. You can check alarm report information and clear alarm
notifications.
4) Network diagnosis and repair : Single click on “ ” to enter the internet diagnosis interface. You can start a diagnosis and/or network
repair.
5) Multi-view : Single-click on “ ” to adjust the live view screen; single click “ ”or “ “ to adjust the channel layout.
6) To show/hide navigation bar: Single click “ ”
7) Quick playback: Single-click on“ ” to quickly playback the video from the last five minutes.
8) Cloud service: Single click on the icon “ ” to enter the cloud service interface. You can switch on/off the IVView feature, scan the QR
code, and download the mobile App.
6. Main Menu
After log in, left-click the “ ” icon on the navigation bar or right-click on the live view page and choose “main menu”
The items on the main menu are as below:
Menu
Brief Description
Time Inquiry
Search and Playback the recorded video by entering a specific date and time.
Data
Inquiries
Data Management
To manage the recorded files; you can lock/unlock file for deletion.

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Backup
Backup
To format storage devices; search and backup recorded video to external HDD or USB
1. Select Channel (Select a camera)
2. Stream type: Mainstream/ substream
3. Resolution: 4K/1080P/720P/960H/ D1/CIF/QCIF/others (depending on the model of IPC connected）
4. Image quality: Highest/second-highest/ high/medium/ low/lowest
5. Video frame rate: 1-25/30
6. Bitrate type: VBR
7. Bitrate stream: 45K,60K,75K, 90K,100K,128K,256K,512K,768K,1M,1.5M, 2M, 3M, 4M, 5M, 6M, 7M, 8M,
custom(depending on the model of IPC connected)
8. Audio: Open Audio Record( the IP Camera need to support this function)
9. Motion/Alarm Pre-record：5-30 seconds.
Record Parameters
10. Motion /Alarm Delay-record：1-180 seconds, alert: 1-180 seconds.
Manual
Manually turn on recording of the selected channel.
Schedule
Set a recording schedule of a channel. Copy the settings from one channel to another channel by clicking
“Copy”.
Screen shots
Parameters
Set the parameters in each type of Snapshot: settings for manual snapshot,settings for snapshot schedule,
settings for motion snapshots.
Manual Snapshot
Manually turn on snapshot of the selected channel.
Record
Schedule Snapshot
Set a snapshot schedule of a channel, Copy the settings from one channel to another channel, by clicking
“Copy”.
1. Select a channel.
2. Continuous Alarm: Alarm will sound until you stop it manually, if motion is detected.
3, Set Motion sensitivity Level; 1 means the lowest and 5 means the highest level.
4. Set a motion-detect region.
Motion
5. Linkage setting:
a. Trigger Recording/Screen shots: when Motion triggers an alarm on one channel, you can set other
channels to start recording at the same time.
b. Enable email notifications : when an alarm occurs, the NVR will send an message to your email
automatically, if email parameters are set in the email settings.
Sensor
You can connect a sensor to the NVR; e.g smoke detector.
1. Set alarm time period (2 to 300 seconds)
2. Audio: Output the Audio alarms to Monitor or Speaker when alarm occurs.
3. Buzzer: Turn on/off the NVR buzzer.
3.Full Screen: when an alarm occurs in a channel, this channel will display full screen.
Alarm Output
5. Alarm Push: when alarm occurs, the NVR can send a message to your Smart Phone or CMS on PC.
Alarm
Other Alarms
Enable or disable other kinds of alarms: HDD error, Video Loss, Network Disconnect, Temperature

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alert.HDD Full. Enable/disable email notification for these alarms.
Manual Alarm
Manually open the external alarm.
1. Automatically searches the IP camera on the local network.
2. Add IP Camera one by one.
3. Show the IP address of each camera.
4. Delete IP camera one by one.
5. Check status of each camera.
6. Edit camera’s IP address, change protocol or port number.
IPC
Management
7. Diagnose/check the network connection of IP cameras.
1. Host name: Create a name for the NVR.
2. Resolution:1024*768/1280*720/1280*1024/1920*1080/1920*1080/4K(3840*2160)
3. Supported languages: English
4. Auto lock:/1/3/5/10 minutes
5. Turn on/off the “Display power on wizard”
6. Open adaptive optimal resolution.
7. Enable/disable system beep.
General
8 Restore factory default.
1. Time setting: Manually edit the time setting, change the date display format and time standard; or set
the DST.
Time
2. NTP setting: Automatically update time via internet.
1. Set Channel Name.
2. Set Video Mask Area.
3. Video Adjustment: brightness, contrast, saturation.
4. Set Channel name Position.
Channel
Setting
5. Set channel name and time display
Output
Sequence
Setting
Set sequence; choose channel, intervals, and cycle.
Network
Manually set NVR IP address or enable DHCP. Backup IP settings, port set, and Network
diagnosis.
DDNS
Choose a server: set username and password, DDNS test.
PPPOE
Set up the dial up username and password to connect via PPPOE and 3G.
Email
Settings
Set email server, email account name, password and email address, receiving email address,
ports, Period, SSL, email testing.
Settings
Management
Settings
Management
Network
Advanced
Settings
Set up UPNP or port forwarding.
Set FTP Upload.

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1. Download the mobile App, Scan the QR Code to add your device to the mobile App.
Cloud
Services
2. Enable or Disable ivvew: Enable or Disable Cloud Service.
1. Show hard disk and USB disk information.
2. Set HDD.
Basic Info
3. Format the HDD or USB drive.
HDD Group
Assign cameras to different hard drive groups. Display disk group total/remaining capacity.
Storage Setting
Set hard disk overwrite, trigger time, the number of days of recorded video available, and other
parameters.
HDD Mgr(HDD
Management)
SMART
Displays hard disk capacity, the serial number, hardware version, temperature, current health condition,
SMART and other attributes.
Device Information
Displays the device model, channel number, software version, GUI version, IP address, MAC address,
language, resolution and current user.
Channel Status
Display all IP addresses of the IP Cameras, connecting protocols, bitrate and video resolution.
Alarm Status
Displays Alarm status of each channel, such as motion-detect and video loss. Also displays hard disk
errors, Network loss, and over-temperature.
Online Status
Displays all current accounts or users logged in to the NVR, IP address, login time.
System
Information
Log Inquiry
Inquire and display system log: backup system log.
Quick Setting
Quickly set up time, Network, HDD management, video parameters, IPC management and cloud services.
1. Add/delete account/groups.
2. Edit User privileges or set user privileges for remote access.
Account
3. Free-Login (no password required when login from the console).
Restore to Default
Restore all settings back to factory default.
Up-grade
Upgrade via FTP or USB.
Schedule Restart
Set system restart schedule.
System
Maintenance
System Shutdown
Log out, restart, or shutdown.
6.1. Data Inquire and Replay
Single-click on “Data Inquiry”, as shown below:
6.1.1. Inquire by Time
From the “Data Inquiry” interface, choose a date then click “Inquiry”. It will then start a graphical search, as shown below:

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●By moving the cursor onto any point on the time line of a channel with displayed data (recorded video), you can preview the recording
for that particular time on that channel.
●Note: 2224E, 2424E doesn’t support this function yet.
Left-click on the graphical interface, then enter a specific starting time in the “Starting Time” box, then click “Play” to start playing
the video.
Or Left-click the graphical interface twice to start playing the video. The white vertical line marks the start point.
To enlarge the video when playing, simply move the cursor onto the time-line, and then left-click on the enlarge icon once to
enlarge the video display of that specific time point. To restore normal view, move the cursor to the time line and left click the
minimize icon.
A dark gray square on the calendar means that there are video files on that date. A pure gray square indicates that than there are
no video files of that date (The light blue square indicates the selected date on the calendar).
A green square stands for manual recording, blue indicates scheduled recording, yellow for motion-detection recording and red for
alarm recording.
Graphical interface will display video storage information for up to 16 channels, to view information for additional channels, click on
the icon for the last page or the next page to check the status of the video files of other channels.
6.1.2. Intel Play
Intel Play means Intelligent Playback, you can select a zone in the window and click playback, it will search all the motion that has been
detected in this zone, and playback it quickly.
Note: GW22XXE/EP Series does not support this function.
1) Click “Intel Play” and choose a channel and confirm.

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2) You can select a zone, hold the mouse left key and drag it to select a zone, click
3) The NVR will show all the motion that been detected in this zone.
6.1.3. Data Management
From the “Data Management” interface, you can check the video file based on its channel number or video type, shown here:

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Select the desired channel.
Select the video type of the channel on the drop-down menu.
Double-click the file segment to start playback.
Click on the next/last page icon to view additional pages.
Select a segment to lock down or unlock.
The playback features are as follows:
Playback: Support Multi Channel playback.
Right-click the mouse to display or minimize the playback control bar.
Area zooming is supported during playback in single-screen display. Please follow the instructions below for area zooming:
I. Enter the playback screen and then select the enlarge button.
II. Select the area you wish to enlarge on the small screen display.
III. Select/enter the zooming scale to enlarge that area, right-click to deselect the zooming area.
During playback, you can select a segment of video to back up to a flash drive.
I. Display video data.
II. Select desired video segment.
A. Click on the edit button “ ” on the player to set a start point.
B. Click on the edit button “ ” again to set an end point.
C. The edit backup settings window will then automatically pop up, as shown here:

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D. Set all related parameters (storage device, file type, backup player), click the backup button to complete the process.
DAT data can be searched and played back through the Backup Management settings interface on the NVR, however on a personal
computer, a video player that supports DAT format is needed.
6.2. Backup Management
This system supports two backup methods.
1. Backing up files to a remote computer via the internet. Please see the IE IP Camera guide for internet backup settings instructions.
2. Backing up to a local storage disk. Hot swapping is supported for flash drive and external hard drives. The backup disk must be in the
FAT32 format.
3. To enter the backup management interface, click on “Main menu”→ ”Backup Management”.
Backup channel: Choose the channels to back up.
Query time: Enter a start and end time of the file to back up, the maximum time period is one month.
Backup device type: Choose the device type to query; local HDD storage data or stored files on other listed devices.
File status: Locked/unlocked.
File type: Choose the type of the video to be backed up.
Backup device: Choose the device to back up files to.
File types: DAT, AVI.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. You must choose a file type before backing up any data or viewing any data from a backup device.
2. Playback in the NVR will be in .DAT file type only.
6.2.1. Instant Backup
1. In the backup management interface; choose the channels and file status, check the box for recording, click “Instant Backup”.
2. To complete the process, select ‘Yes’ at the ‘Confirm to Start Backup’ pop up.
PLEASE NOTE: Execute an instant backup to backup all checked-up data.
6.2.2. Manual Backup
Specific backup instructions:
1. Choose the channel, file status, select the desired video, click “Check”.
2. Select the files to back up, and select “Manual Backup” to enter the backup interface.
3. To start importing all files and complete the backup process, select ‘Yes’ at the ‘Confirm to Start Backup’ pop up.
4. If there's any video, it can be instantly backed up, no waiting period required.
5. To confirm on the backup file, select the desired file by clicking “Play” to start playing the video.
(PLEASE NOTE: The total size of all current files combined is displayed at the bottom-left corner “Total Backup File Size ”)
Backup File Display
1. On the backup management interface, select the devices to back up and then click on “Check”.
2. Choose the confirmed video file data and then click on “Play”.
(PLEASE NOTE: Backed-up files can only be played back on a single track. Data cannot be dragged to move around during playback. Also,
the system will automatically backup the video player when you choose to backup DAT video files.)
6.2.3. Scheduled Backup
Click “Scheduled Backup” on the Backup Management interface, as shown here:

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The options include: Turn on scheduled backup after start up, scheduled backup channel selection, video type selection, regular backup
time point selection, backup device, overwrite mode, file type.
The host will then start automatic backup on the preset time cycle
6.3. Video Settings
Video settings include: Recording parameters, manual recording and schedule recording sub menu, as shown below:
6.3.1. Recording Parameters
When using the NVR to record, it is important to set up the video parameters beforehand. Video parameters affect playback and disk
space consumption. After logging in, follow the path of “Record”→“Record Parameters” to enter the video parameter setting interface.
Note: When you have set the parameter in IP Camera web interface, please click “refresh” first to synchronize the parameter to the NVR.
Channel number: Select from the drop-down menu.
Bi-stream: Select the bit stream type (mainstream/sub stream).
Resolution: The resolution range is determined by the connected IP camera. Not all model cameras will have the same resolution

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options.
Image Quality: six levels (highest, second highest, high, medium, low, lowest).
Frames per second: 1-25/30 FPS.
Bitrate: Based on the connected IPC, a customized bitrate should be within the supported bitrate range of the IPC.
Pre-record: The NVR will record video before the event occurs. The value ranges from 5 to 30 seconds depending on the bitrate
stream.
Delay-REC: The NVR will continue to record after the event has ended for a defined value. The value ranges from 1 to 180
seconds.
Click “Copy” to copy that channels parameters to other channels.
6.3.2. Manual Recording
The manual recording interface, as shown below:
The channel buttons are displayed in blue when the feature is turned on and gray when the feature's turned off.
Once the manual recording feature is activated, it will keep recording until turned off. If there is an abrupt power loss, recording will
stop and restart automatically once the power is back on.
6.3.3. Scheduled recording
After logging in, click “Record” > “Schedule” to enter the scheduled recording settings interface, as shown below:
1. Channel number: Select the corresponding channel.
2. Follow the instructions below to set up the time schedule:
Left-click to select the day to be recorded. You can select multiple days, select all for every day, or a particular day of the week,
depending on your needs.
Click and Drag the left mouse key to set up a recording time segment (or double-click to enter the interface to adjust). You can
have up to six different time segments (PLEASE NOTE: by default the time is displayed in 15 minute increments).
Click “Save” to complete the process. Click “Copy” to copy all settings to all channels.
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