HIK VISION DS-7100NI-K1 Series User manual

Network Video Recorder
User Manual

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User Manual
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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked
with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European
standards listed under the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the LVD Directive
2014/35/EU, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper
recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of
equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For more
information see: www.recyclethis.info
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a battery that cannot
be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. See the
product documentation for specific battery information. The battery is
marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead
(Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a
designated collection point. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) standards requirements.

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Safety Instructions
Proper configuration of all passwords and other security settings is the
responsibility of the installer and/or end-user.
In the use of the product, you must be in strict compliance with the electrical
safety regulations of the nation and region. Please refer to technical
specifications for detailed information.
Input voltage should meet both the SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and the
Limited Power Source with 100~240 VAC, 48VDC or 12 VDC according to the
IEC60950-1 standard. Please refer to technical specifications for detailed
information.
Do not connect several devices to one power adapter as adapter overload may
cause over-heating or a fire hazard.
Please make sure that the plug is firmly connected to the power socket.
If smoke, odor or noise rise from the device, turn off the power at once and
unplug the power cable, and then please contact the service center.
Preventive and Cautionary Tips
Before connecting and operating your device, please be advised of the following tips:
Ensure unit is installed in a well-ventilated, dust-free environment.
Unit is designed for indoor use only.
Keep all liquids away from the device.
Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.
Ensure unit is properly secured to a rack or shelf. Major shocks or jolts to the unit
as a result of dropping it may cause damage to the sensitive electronics within
the unit.
Use the device in conjunction with an UPS if possible.
Power down the unit before connecting and disconnecting accessories and
peripherals.
A factory recommended HDD should be used for this device.
Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in hazard of explosion.
Replace with the same or equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer.

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Applicable Models
This manual is applicable to the models listed in the following table.
Series
Model
DS-7100NI-K1/W/M
DS-7104NI-K1/W/M
DS-7108NI-K1/W/M
Symbol Conventions
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Symbol
Description
Provides additional information to emphasize or supplement
important points of the main text.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided,
could result in equipment damage, data loss, performance
degradation, or unexpected results.
Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk, which if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

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Product Key Features
General
Connectable to network cameras, network dome and encoders.
Connectable to the third-party network cameras via HIK, ONVIF, private RTSP
protocols.
Connectable to the smart IP cameras.
PAL/NTSC adaptive video inputs.
Supports H.265+/H.265/ H.264+/H.264 video streams.
Each channel supports dual-stream.
Up to 8 network cameras can be connected.
Independent configuration for each channel, including resolution, frame rate,
bit rate, image quality, etc.
The quality of the input and output record is configurable.
Local Monitoring
HDMITM/VGA outputs at up to 1920×1080 resolution.
Multiple screen display in live view is supported, and the channel display
sequence is adjustable.
Live view screen can be switched in group, and manual switch and automatic
cycle live view are also provided, and the interval of automatic cycle can be
adjusted.
Configurable main stream and sub-stream for the live view.
Quick setting menu is provided for live view.
Motion detection, video tampering, VCA (Video Content Analysis) alarm, video
exception alert and video loss alert functions.
Privacy mask.
Supports multiple PTZ protocols; PTZ preset, patrol and pattern.
Zooming in by clicking the mouse and PTZ tracing by dragging mouse.
HDD Management
1 SATA hard disk of 6 TB capacity can be connected.
Supports S.M.A.R.T. and bad sector detection.
HDD quota management; different capacity can be assigned to different
channel.
Recording and Playback
Holiday recording schedule configuration.

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Continuous and event video recording parameters.
Multiple recording types: manual, continuous, alarm, motion, motion | alarm,
motion & alarm.
8 recording time periods with separated recording types each day.
Pre-record and post-record for alarm, motion detection for recording, and
pre-record time for schedule and manual recording.
Searching record files by events (alarm input/motion detection/VCA).
Playback by sub-periods.
Tag adding for record files, searching and playing back by tags.
Locking and unlocking record files.
Local redundant recording.
Provides playback interface with easy and flexible operation.
Searching and playing back record files by camera No., recording type, start
time, end time, etc.
Smart search for the selected area in the video.
Zooming in when playback.
Reverse playback of multi-channel.
Supports pause, play reverse, speed up, speed down, skip forward, and skip
backward when playback, and locating by dragging the mouse.
Supports thumbnails view and fast view during playback.
Up to 4/8-ch synchronous playback.
Backup
Export video data by USB or SATA device.
Export video clips when playback.
Management and maintenance of backup devices.
Alarm and Exception
Configurable arming time of alarm input/output.
Alarm for video loss, motion detection, VCA, video tampering, HDD full, HDD
error, network disconnected, IP confliction, and illegal login, abnormal record,
etc.
Alarm triggers full screen monitoring, audio alarm, notifying surveillance center,
sending email and alarm output.
Automatic restore when system is abnormal.
Supports line crossing detection and intrusion detection.

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VCA alarm message push via Hik-Connect mobile client software.
Other Local Functions
Three-level user management; admin user is allowed to create many operating
accounts and define their operating permission, which includes the limit to
access any channel.
Admin password resetting by exporting/importing the GUID file.
Operation, alarm, exceptions and log recording and searching.
Manually triggering and clearing alarms.
Import and export of device configuration information.
Network Functions
10 /100 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface.
IPv6 is supported.
TCP/IP protocol, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, and SMTP are supported.
TCP, UDP and RTP for unicast.
Auto/Manual port mapping by UPnPTM.
Supports access by Hik-Connect.
Remote reverse playback via RTSP.
Supports accessing by the platform via ONVIF.
Remote search, playback, download, locking and unlocking of the record files,
and the breakpoint resume is supported for downloading files.
Remote viewing of the device status, system logs and alarm status.
Remote keyboard operation.
Remote locking and unlocking of control panel and mouse.
Remote HDD formatting and program upgrading.
Remote system restart and shutdown.
Alarm and exception information can be sent to the remote host
Remotely start/stop recording.
Remotely start/stop alarm output.
Remote PTZ control (depending on models).
Remote JPEG capture.
Embedded WEB server.
Upgrade by FTP server.

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Development Scalability:
SDK for Windows and Linux system.
Source code of application software for demo.
Development support and training for application system.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction.............................................................................................13
Front Panel.................................................................................................13
USB Mouse Operation................................................................................13
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................14
Chapter 2 Getting Started.............................................................................................16
Device Startup and Activation....................................................................16
Starting Up and Shutting Down the NVR ..........................................16
Activating Your Device ......................................................................17
Using the Unlock Pattern for Login ...................................................19
Login and Logout...............................................................................22
Resetting Your Password...................................................................23
Using the Wizard for Basic Configuration ..................................................24
Adding and Connecting the IP Cameras.....................................................27
Activating the IP Camera...................................................................27
Adding the Online IP Cameras ..........................................................28
Editing the Connected IP Cameras and Configuring Customized
Protocols ....................................................................................................31
Chapter 3 Live View .................................................................................................34
Live View Status Icons................................................................................35
Operations in Live View Mode...................................................................35
Right-Click Menu...............................................................................35
Quick Setting Toolbar in Live View Mode .........................................36
Adjusting Live View Settings ......................................................................38
Channel-zero Encoding ..............................................................................40
Chapter 4 PTZ Controls ...........................................................................................42
Configuring PTZ Settings ............................................................................42
Setting PTZ Presets, Patrols & Patterns......................................................44
Customizing Presets..........................................................................44
Calling Presets ...................................................................................44
Customizing Patrols...........................................................................45
Calling Patrols....................................................................................46
Customizing Patterns ........................................................................47
Calling Patterns .................................................................................47
Customizing Linear Scan Limit ..........................................................48

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Calling Linear Scan ............................................................................49
One-touch Park .................................................................................49
PTZ Control Panel............................................................................51
Chapter 5 Recording Settings..................................................................................53
Configuring Parameters .............................................................................53
Configuring Recording Schedule ................................................................55
Configuring Motion Detection Recording ..................................................58
Configuring Alarm Triggered Recording.....................................................60
Configuring VCA Event Recording ..............................................................61
Manual Recording ......................................................................................63
Configuring Holiday Recording...................................................................63
Configuring Redundant Recording .............................................................64
Files Protection ..........................................................................................66
Locking the Recording Files...............................................................66
Setting HDD Property to Read-only ..................................................68
Chapter 6 Playback ...................................................................................................70
Playing Back Record Files ...........................................................................70
Instant Playback ................................................................................70
Playing Back by Normal Search.........................................................70
Playing back by Smart Search ...........................................................74
Playing Back by Event Search............................................................76
Playing Back by Tag ...........................................................................78
Playing Back by System Logs .............................................................80
Playing Back External File..................................................................82
Playing Back by Sub-periods .............................................................82
Auxiliary Functions of Playback..................................................................83
Playing Back Frame by Frame ...........................................................83
Fast View ...........................................................................................84
Digital Zoom ......................................................................................84
File Management ..............................................................................85
Chapter 7 Backup......................................................................................................86
Backing up Record Files..............................................................................86
Backing up by Normal Video Search .................................................86
Backing up by Event Search ..............................................................88
Backing up Video Clips ......................................................................89
Managing Backup Devices .........................................................................90

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Chapter 8 Alarm Settings.........................................................................................91
Setting Motion Detection Alarm................................................................91
Setting Sensor Alarms ................................................................................93
Detecting Video Loss Alarm .......................................................................95
Detecting Video Tampering Alarm.............................................................96
Line Crossing Detection Alarm...................................................................98
Intrusion Detection Alarm..........................................................................99
Handling Exceptions Alarm ......................................................................101
Setting Alarm Response Actions ..............................................................102
Triggering or Clearing Alarm Output Manually........................................105
Chapter 9 Network Settings ..................................................................................106
Configuring General Settings ...................................................................106
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings........................................................................106
Configuring Advanced Settings ................................................................107
Configuring Hik-Connect.................................................................107
Configuring DDNS............................................................................110
Configuring NTP Server...................................................................112
Configuring More Settings ..............................................................113
Configuring Email............................................................................114
Configuring NAT ..............................................................................115
Checking Network Traffic ................................................................119
Configuring Network Detection ...............................................................120
Testing Network Delay and Packet Loss ..........................................120
Exporting Network Packet...............................................................120
Checking the Network Status..........................................................121
Checking Network Statistics............................................................122
Chapter 10 HDD Management .............................................................................123
Initializing HDDs .....................................................................................123
Configuring Quota Mode .......................................................................124
HDD Detection .......................................................................................125
Configuring HDD Error Alarms ...............................................................127
Chapter 11 Camera Settings ..................................................................................129
Configuring OSD Settings .......................................................................129
Configuring Privacy Mask.......................................................................130
Configuring Video Parameters ...............................................................131
Chapter 12 Device Management and Maintenance ...........................................132

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Viewing System Information ..................................................................132
Searching & Export Log Files..................................................................132
Importing/Exporting Configuration Files ...............................................135
Upgrading System ..................................................................................135
Upgrading by Local Backup Device ...............................................135
Upgrading by FTP ..........................................................................136
Restoring Default Settings......................................................................137
Chapter 13 Others ...................................................................................................138
Configuring General Settings .................................................................138
Configuring DST Settings........................................................................139
Configuring More Settings for Device Parameters.................................139
Managing User Accounts .......................................................................140
Adding a User................................................................................140
Deleting a User..............................................................................143
Editing a User ................................................................................143
Chapter 14 Appendix .............................................................................................146
Glossary..................................................................................................146
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................147

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Front Panel
DS-7100NI-K1/W/M Series
Description of Front Panel
No.
Icon
Description
1
Indicator turns red when NVR is powered up.
2
Indicator lights in red when there is data
transmission.
3
Indicator blinks blue when network connection is
functioning properly.
USB Mouse Operation
A regular 3-button (Left/Right/Scroll-wheel) USB mouse can also be used with this
NVR. To use a USB mouse:
Plug USB mouse into one of the USB interfaces on the front panel of the NVR.
The mouse should automatically be detected. If in a rare case that the mouse is
not detected, the possible reason may be that the two devices are not compatible,
please refer to the recommended the device list from your provider.
The operation of the mouse:
Description of the Mouse Control
Name
Action
Description
Left-Click
Single-Click
Live view: Select channel and show the quick set
menu.

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Menu: Select and enter.
Double-Click
Live view: Switch between single-screen and
multi-screen.
Click and Drag
PTZ control: pan, tilt and zoom.
Video tampering, privacy mask and motion
detection: Select target area.
Digital zoom-in: Drag and select target area.
Live view: Drag channel/time bar.
Right-Click
Single-Click
Live view: Show menu.
Menu: Exit current menu to upper level menu.
Scroll-Wheel
Scrolling up
Live view: Previous screen.
Menu: Previous item.
Scrolling down
Live view: Next screen.
Menu: Next item.
Rear Panel
The rear panel vaires according to different models.
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Description of Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
1
Wi-Fi Antenna
Wi-Fi antenna interface.
2
Power supply
12 VDC power supply.
3
Audio out
1 RCA connectors for audio output.
4
VGA
VGA video output connector.
5
HDMI
HDMI video output connector.
6
LAN
One RJ-45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet interfaces
provided.
7
Wi-Fi Antenna
Wi-Fi antenna interface.
8
USB
Two USB 2.0 interface.
9
Ground
Ground (needs to be connected when device starts up).

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Chapter 2 Getting Started
Device Startup and Activation
Startup and Shutdown the NVR
Purpose:
Proper startup and shutdown procedures are crucial to expanding the life of the NVR.
Before you start:
Check that the voltage of the extra power supply is the same with the NVR’s
requirement, and the ground connection is working properly.
Starting up the NVR:
Check the power supply is plugged into an electrical outlet. It is HIGHLY
recommended that an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) be used in conjunction
with the device. The Power indicator LED on the front panel should be red,
indicating the device gets the power supply.
Turn on the power switch on the rear panel if the device starts up for the first
time, or press the button on the front panel. The Power indicator LED should
turn blue indicating that the unit begins to start up.
After startup, the Power indicator LED remains blue. A splash screen with the
status of the HDD appears on the monitor. The row of icons at the bottom of the
screen shows the HDD status. ‘X’ means that the HDD is not installed or cannot be
detected.
Shutting down the NVR
Go to Menu > Shutdown.
Shutdown Menu
Click shutdown.
Click Yes.

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Shutdown Attention
Rebooting the NVR
In the Shutdown menu, you can also reboot the NVR.
Go to Menu > Shutdown.
Click Logout to lock the NVR or Reboot to reboot the NVR.
Activate Your Device
Purpose:
For the first-time access, you need to activate the device by setting an admin
password. No operation is allowed before activation.
Input the same password Create New Password and Confirm New Password.
Settings Admin Password
We highly recommend you create a strong password of your own choosing (Using a
minimum of 8 characters, including at least three of the following categories: upper
case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters.) in order to increase
the security of your product. And we recommend you reset your password regularly,
especially in the high security system, resetting the password monthly or weekly can
better protect your product.

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Enter IP Camera Activation Password to set the IP camera activation password.
Select Area/Country
Click OK.
When the device is activated, a message box will pop up. And you can click Yes to
continue to export the GUID file for the future password resetting.
Export GUID File Remind
Insert the USB flash drive disk to your device, and export the GUID file to the USB
flash drive disk in the Reset Password interface. Please refer to Chapter 2.1.5
Reset Your Password for the instructions of password resetting.
Export GUID File
Please keep your GUID file properly for future password resetting.
For the old version device, if you update it to the new version, the following
dialog box will pop up once the device starts up. You can click YES and follow the
wizard to set a strong password.

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Warning
Use the Unlock Pattern for Login
You can configure the unlock pattern for device login.
Configuring the Unlock Pattern
After the device is activated, you can enter the following interface to configure the
device unlock pattern.
Set Unlock Pattern
Step 1 Use the mouse to draw a pattern among the 9 dots on the screen. Release the
mouse when the pattern is done.