HIK VISION DS-9600 Series User manual

User Manual of DS-9600/8600/7700/7600 Series NVR

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Hikvision® Network Digital Video Recorder User Manual
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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
2002/96/EC (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.
Description on Laser Specification
The optical disc drive such as DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive 22X that is used in this computer is equipped
with laser. The classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT TO IEC60825-1
LASER KLASSE 1
The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive complies with the requirement for laser
product on the date of manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of
America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food and Drug Administration.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement pursuant to IEC 60825-1 and EN 60825-1 on
class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with the optical disc drive in the following list according to the model.

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Safety Warnings and Cautions
Please pay attention to the following warnings and cautions:
Hazardous Voltage may be present: Special measures and precautions must be
taken when using this device. Some potentials (voltages) on the device may present a
hazard to the user. This device should only be used by the Employees from our company
with knowledge and training in working with these types of devices that contain live circuits.
Power Supply Hazardous Voltage: AC mains voltages are present within the power supply assembly. This
device must be connected to a UL approved, completely enclosed power supply, of the proper rated voltage and
current. No user serviceable parts inside the power supply.
System Grounding (Earthing): To avoid shock, ensure that all AC wiring is not exposed and that the earth
grounding is maintained. Ensure that any equipment to which this device will be attached is also connected to
properly wired grounded receptacles and are approved medical devices.
Power Connect and Disconnect: The AC power supply cord is the main disconnect
device to mains (AC power).The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
shall be readily accessible.
Installation and Maintenance: Do not connect/disconnect any cables to or perform installation/maintenance
on this device during an electrical storm.

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Power Cord Requirements: The connector that plugs into the wall outlet must be a grounding-type male
plug designed for use in your region. It must have certification marks showing certification by an agency in your
region. The connector that plugs into the AC receptacle on the power supply must be an IEC 320, sheet C13,
female connector. See the following website for more information http://kropla.com/electric2.htm.
Lithium Battery: This device contains a Lithium Battery. There is a risk of explosion
if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
vendor’s instructions and in accordance with local environmental regulations.
Perchlorate Material: Special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. This notice is required by California Code
of Regulations, Title 22, Division 4.5, Chapter 33: Best Management Practices for Perchlorate Materials. This
device includes a battery which contains perchlorate material.
Taiwan battery recycling:
Please recycle batteries.
Thermal and Mechanical Injury: Some components such as heat sinks, power
regulators, and processors may be hot; care should be taken to avoid contact with these
components.
Electro Magnetic Interference: This equipment has not been tested for compliance with emissions limits of
FCC and similar international regulations. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold, or
leased until authorization from the United States FCC or its equivalent in other countries has been obtained. Use of
this equipment in a residential location is prohibited. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy which may result in harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off,
the user is required to take measures to eliminate the interference or discontinue the use of this equipment.
Lead Content:
Please recycle this device in a responsible manner. Refer to local environmental
regulations for proper recycling; do not dispose of device in unsorted municipal
waste.

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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 battery
manufacturer.

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Product Key Features
General
Connectable to network cameras, network dome and DVS.
Connectable to the third-party network cameras like AXIS, ONVIF, PANASONIC,
PSIA, SAMSUNG and SANYO.
PAL/NTSC adaptive video inputs.
Each channel supports dual-stream.
Up to 32 network cameras can be added. (For 7600NI-ST/SP series NVR, up to 16
network cameras can be connected. For 7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR, 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 imported and exported record is configurable.
Local Monitoring
Simultaneous HDMI, VGA and CVBS outputs. (Not supported with
DS-7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR.)
HDMI output and VGA output at up to 1920×1080 resolution.
Multiple screen display in live view is supported, and the display sequence of screens
is adjustable.
Live view screen can be switched in group, and manual switch and automatic cycle
review is also provided, the interval of automatic cycle can be adjusted.
Quick setting menu is provided for live view.
Motion detection, tamper-proof, video exception alert and video loss alert functions.
Privacy mask.
Several PTZ protocols supported; PTZ preset, patrol and pattern.
Zooming in by clicking the mouse and PTZ tracing by dragging mouse.
HDD Management
Up to 8 SATA hard disks, 8 network disks (8 NAS disks, or 7 NAS disks+1 IP SAN
disk) and 1 eSATA disk can be connected, each disk with a maximum of 4TB storage
capacity. (For 9600NI-XT series, up to 16 SATA hard disks and 2 eSATA disks can be
connected. For 7600NI-ST/SP series, 2 SATA hard disks are available. For
7700NI-ST/SP series, 4 SATA hard disks and 1 eSATA disk can be connected. For
7600NI-SE(/N) series, 2 SATAhard disks can be connected.)
Support eSATA disks for recording or backup.
HDD group management.
Support HDD standby function.
HDD property: redundancy, read-only, read/write (R/W).
HDD quota management; different capacity can be assigned to different channel.
Support RAID0, RAID1, RAID5, RAID10 storage scheme. And 8 virtual disks can be
configured. (Only for the DS-9600NI-RT series NVR.)
Recording, Capture and Playback
Holiday recording schedule configuration.

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Normal and event video encoding parameters.
Multiple recording types: manual, normal, alarm, motion, motion | alarm, motion &
alarm.
8 recording time periods with separated recording types.
Pre-record and post-record for alarm, motion detection for recording, and pre-record
time for schedule and manual recording.
Searching record files and captured pictures by events (alarm input/motion detection).
Tag adding for record files, searching and playing back by tags.
Locking and unlocking record files.
Local redundant recording and capture. (For DS-7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR,
redundant recording is only supported.)
Searching and playing back record files by channel number, recording type, start time,
end time, etc.
Motion analysis for the selected area in the video.
Zooming in when playback.
Playing reversely.
Adverse Playback of Multi-channel.
Supports pause, rewind, play fast, play slow, skip forward, and skip backward when
playback, locating by dragging the mouse.
Up to 16-ch synchronous playback at 4CIF real time.
Manual capture, continuous capture of video images and playback of captured pictures.
(Not supported with DS-7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR.)
Backup
Export video data by USB, SATA or eSATA device. (Backup by eSATA is not
supported with DS-7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR.)
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, tampering, abnormal signal, video input/output
standard mismatch, illegal login, network disconnected, IP confliction, abnormal
record/capture, HDD error, and HDD full, etc.
Alarm triggers full screen monitoring, audio alarm, notifying surveillance center,
sending email and alarm output.
Automatic restore when system is abnormal.
Other Local Functions
Users can operate by front panel, mouse, remote control, and control keyboard.
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.
Operation, alarm, exceptions and log recording and searching.
Manually triggering and clearing alarms.
Import and export of device configuration information.
Network Functions
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configurable: multi-address, load balance, network fault tolerance, etc. (Two NIC are
only for the DS-9600NI-ST/RT/XT series NVR.)
8 independent PoE network interfaces are provided for DS-7700/7600NI-SP series.
8 independent network interfaces with switch function are provided for
DS-7600NI-SE/N series.
IPv6 is supported.
TCP/IP protocol, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, SMTP, SNMP, NFS, and
iSCSI are supported.
TCP, UDP and RTP for unicast.
Remote search, playback, download, locking and unlocking the record files, and
downloading files broken transfer resume.
Remote parameters setup; remote import/export of device parameters.
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.
RS-232, RS-485 transparent channel transmission.
Alarm and exception information can be sent to the remote host
Remotely start/stop recording.
Remotely start/stop alarm output.
Remote PTZ control.
Remote JPEG capture. (Not supported with DS-7600NI-SE(/N) series NVR.)
Two-way voice talk and voice broadcasting.
Embedded WEB server.
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
Product Key Features.........................................................................................................6
Chapter 1 Introduction....................................................................................................13
1.1 Front Panel...............................................................................................................14
1.2 IR Remote Control Operations.................................................................................22
1.3 USB Mouse Operation.............................................................................................24
1.4 Input Method Description........................................................................................25
1.5 Rear Panel................................................................................................................26
Chapter 2 Getting Started ...............................................................................................31
2.1 Starting Up and Shutting Down the NVR................................................................32
2.2 Using the Wizard for basic configuration ................................................................34
2.3 Adding and Connecting the IP Cameras ..................................................................39
2.3.1 Adding the online IP Cameras..................................................................39
2.3.2 Editing the connected IP cameras and Configuring Customized Protocols40
2.3.3 Editing IP cameras connected to the PoE interfaces (Only for
DS-7600/7700NI-SP series NVR)............................................................................42
2.3.4 Editing IP cameras connected to the extra network interfaces (Only
DS-7600NI-SE/N series NVR) ................................................................................44
Chapter 3 Live View.........................................................................................................46
3.1 Introduction of Live View........................................................................................47
3.2 Operations in Live View Mode................................................................................48
3.2.1 Front Panel Operation on Live View........................................................48
3.2.2 Using the Mouse in Live View.................................................................49
3.2.3 Using anAuxiliary Monitor .....................................................................50
3.2.4 Quick Setting Toolbar in Live View Mode ..............................................51
3.3 Adjusting Live View Settings ..................................................................................53
3.4 Channel-zero Encoding............................................................................................55
3.5 User Logout..............................................................................................................56
Chapter 4 PTZ Controls..................................................................................................57
4.1 Configuring PTZ Settings........................................................................................58
4.2 Setting PTZ Presets, Patrols & Patterns...................................................................59
4.2.1 Customizing Presets.................................................................................59
4.2.2 Calling Presets..........................................................................................60
4.2.3 Customizing Patrols.................................................................................61
4.2.4 Calling Patrols..........................................................................................62
4.2.5 Customizing Patterns ...............................................................................63
4.2.6 Calling Patterns........................................................................................64
4.3 PTZ Control Toolbar................................................................................................66
Chapter 5 Record and Capture Settings........................................................................67
5.1 Configuring Encoding Parameters...........................................................................68
5.2 Configuring Record/Capture Schedule ....................................................................71
5.3 Configuring Motion Detection Record and Capture................................................75

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5.4 ConfiguringAlarm Triggered Record and Capture..................................................77
5.5 Manual Record and Continuous Capture.................................................................79
5.6 Configuring Holiday Record and Capture ...............................................................80
5.7 Configuring Redundant Recording and Capture......................................................82
5.8 Configuring HDD Group for Recording and Capture..............................................84
5.9 Files Protection ........................................................................................................86
Chapter 6 Playback..........................................................................................................89
6.1 Playing Back Record Files.......................................................................................90
6.1.1 Playing Back by Channel.........................................................................90
6.1.2 Playing Back byTime..............................................................................93
6.1.3 Playing Back by Normal Video Search....................................................95
6.1.4 Playing Back by Event Search .................................................................98
6.1.5 Playing Back byTag ..............................................................................101
6.1.6 Playing Back by System Logs................................................................105
6.2 Auxiliary Functions of Playback............................................................................107
6.2.1 Playing Back Frame by Frame...............................................................107
6.2.2 Digital Zoom..........................................................................................107
6.2.3 Adverse Playback of Multi-channel.......................................................108
6.3 Picture Playback.....................................................................................................110
Chapter 7 Backup...........................................................................................................112
7.1 Backing up Record Files........................................................................................113
7.1.1 Quick Export..........................................................................................113
7.1.2 Backing up by Normal Video Search.....................................................114
7.1.3 Backing up by Event Search ..................................................................122
7.1.4 Backing up Video Clips..........................................................................125
7.2 Backing up Pictures ...............................................................................................127
7.3 Managing Backup Devices ....................................................................................130
Chapter 8 Alarm Settings..............................................................................................133
8.1 Setting Motion DetectionAlarm............................................................................134
8.2 Setting Sensor Alarms............................................................................................136
8.3 Detecting Video Loss Alarm ..................................................................................139
8.4 Detecting Video TamperingAlarm.........................................................................141
8.5 Handling Exceptions Alarm...................................................................................143
8.6 Setting Alarm Response Actions............................................................................144
8.7 Triggering or ClearingAlarm Output Manually ....................................................147
Chapter 9 Network Settings ..........................................................................................148
9.1 Configuring General Settings.................................................................................149
9.2 ConfiguringAdvanced Settings .............................................................................151
9.2.1 Configuring PPPoE Settings ..................................................................151
9.2.2 Configuring DDNS ................................................................................151
9.2.3 Configuring NTP Server ........................................................................154
9.2.4 Configuring SNMP ................................................................................155
9.2.5 Configuring Remote Alarm Host ...........................................................155
9.2.6 Configuring Multicast............................................................................156

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9.2.7 Configuring RTSP..................................................................................157
9.2.8 Configuring Server and HTTP Ports......................................................157
9.2.9 Configuring Email..................................................................................158
9.2.10 Configuring UPnP™..............................................................................159
9.3 Checking Network Traffic......................................................................................162
9.4 Configuring Network Detection.............................................................................163
9.4.1 Testing Network Delay and Packet Loss................................................163
9.4.2 Exporting Network Packet.....................................................................163
9.4.3 Checking the network status ..................................................................164
9.4.4 Checking Network Statistics..................................................................166
Chapter 10 RAID .............................................................................................................167
10.1 ConfiguringArray and Virtual Disk.......................................................................168
10.1.1 One-touch Configuration........................................................................169
10.1.2 Manually Creating Array and Virtual Disk ............................................170
10.2 RebuildingArray....................................................................................................175
10.2.1 Automatically Rebuilding Array............................................................175
10.2.2 Manually Rebuilding Array....................................................................176
10.3 Repairing Virtual Disk ...........................................................................................178
10.4 Deleting Array / Virtual Disk .................................................................................179
10.4.1 Deleting the Virtual Disk........................................................................179
10.4.2 Deleting the Array..................................................................................179
10.5 Migrating and Extending........................................................................................181
10.6 Upgrading Firmware..............................................................................................184
Chapter 11 HDD Management .......................................................................................186
11.1 Initializing HDDs...................................................................................................187
11.2 Managing Network HDD.......................................................................................189
11.3 Managing eSATA...................................................................................................192
11.4 Managing HDD Group...........................................................................................193
11.4.1 Setting HDD Groups..............................................................................193
11.4.2 Setting HDD Property............................................................................194
11.5 Configuring Quota Mode.......................................................................................196
11.6 Checking HDD Status............................................................................................198
11.7 HDD Detection ......................................................................................................200
11.8 Configuring HDD ErrorAlarms.............................................................................202
Chapter 12 Camera Settings ...........................................................................................203
12.1 Configuring OSD Settings .....................................................................................204
12.2 Configuring Privacy Mask.....................................................................................205
12.3 Configuring Video Parameters...............................................................................206
Chapter 13 NVR Management and Maintenance.........................................................207
13.1 Viewing System Information .................................................................................208
13.1.1 Viewing Device Information..................................................................208
13.1.2 Viewing Camera Information.................................................................208
13.1.3 Viewing Record Information..................................................................209
13.1.4 Viewing Alarm Information ...................................................................210

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13.1.5 Viewing Network Information ...............................................................210
13.1.6 Viewing HDD Information.....................................................................211
13.2 Searching & Export Log Files................................................................................212
13.3 Importing/Exporting Configuration Files...............................................................215
13.4 Upgrading System..................................................................................................216
13.4.1 Upgrading by Local Backup Device......................................................216
13.4.2 Upgrading by FTP..................................................................................216
13.5 Restoring Default Settings .....................................................................................218
Chapter 14 Others............................................................................................................219
14.1 Configuring RS-232 Serial Port.............................................................................220
14.2 Configuring General Settings.................................................................................221
14.3 Configuring DST Settings......................................................................................222
14.4 Configuring More Settings for Device Parameters................................................223
14.5 Managing User Accounts.......................................................................................224
14.5.1 Adding a User ........................................................................................224
14.5.2 Deleting a User.......................................................................................227
14.5.3 Editing a User.........................................................................................227
Appendix...............................................................................................................................229
Glossary .........................................................................................................................230
FAQ231
List of Compatible IP Cameras......................................................................................232
List of Hikvision IP Cameras Supported by DS-9600/8600/7700/7600NI-ST &
DS-9600NI-RT/XT & DS-7700/7600NI-SP & DS-7600NI-SE(/N) Series ...........232
List of IP Cameras Supported by DS-9600/8600/7700/7600NI-ST &
DS-9600NI-RT/XT & DS-7700/7600NI-SP & DS-7600NI-SE(/N) Series ...........234

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Chapter 1 Introduction

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1.1 Front Panel
Figure 1. 1 DS-9600NI-ST/RT
Figure 1. 2 DS-9600NI-XT
Figure 1. 3 DS-8600NI-ST
Table 1. 1 Description of Control Panel Buttons
No.
Name
Function Description
1
ALARM
Turns red when a sensor alarm is detected.
READY
Ready indicator is normally blue, indicating that the device is
functioning properly.
STATUS
Status indicator turns blue when device is controlled by an IR
remote.
Indicator turns red when controlled by a keyboard and purple
when IR remote and keyboard is used at the same time.
HDD
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written to HDD.
MODEM
(Not for
DS-9600NI-XT)
Reserved for future usage.
TX/RX
TX/RX indictor blinks blue when network connection is
functioning properly.
GUARD
Guard indicator turns blue when the device is in armed status;
at this time, an alarm is enabled when an event is detected.
The indicator turns off when the device is unarmed. The
arm/disarm status can be changed by pressing and holding on
the ESC button for more than 3 seconds in live view mode.
2
IR Receiver
Receiver for IR remote
3
Front Panel Lock
(for
DS-9600NI-ST/RT/XT
series)
You can lock or unlock the panel by the key.
4
DVD-R/W
Slot for DVD-R/W.
5
Alphanumeric
Buttons
Switch to the corresponding channel in Live view or PTZ
Control mode.
Input numbers and characters in Edit mode.
Switch between different channels inAll-day Playback mode.
The light of the button is blue when the corresponding channel
is recording; it is red when the channel is in network
transmission status; it is pink when the channel is recording
and transmitting.
6
USB Interfaces
Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for additional devices such
as USB mouse and USB Hard Disk Drive (HDD).
7
ESC
Back to the previous menu.
Press forArming/disarming the device in Live View mode.
REC/SHOT
Enter the Manual Record setting menu.
In PTZ control settings, press the button and then you can call
a PTZ preset by pressing Numeric button.
It is also used to turn audio on/off in the Playback mode.
PLAY/AUTO
The button is used to enter the All-day Playback mode.
It is also used to auto scan in the PTZ Control menu.
ZOOM+
Zoom in the PTZ camera in the PTZ Control setting.
A/FOCUS+
Adjust focus in the PTZ Control menu.
It is also used to switch between input methods (upper and
lowercase alphabet, symbols and numeric input).
EDIT/IRIS+
Edit text fields. When editing text fields, it will also function
as a Backspace button to delete the character in front of the
cursor.
On checkbox fields, pressing the button will tick the checkbox.
In PTZ Control mode, the button adjusts the iris of the camera.
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backup.
Enter/exit the folder of USB device and eSATA HDD.
MAIN/SPOT/ZOOM-
Switch between main and spot output.
In PTZ Control mode, it can be used to zoom out the image.
F1/ LIGHT
Select all items on the list when used in a list field.
In PTZ Control mode, it will turn on/off PTZ light (if
applicable).
In Playback mode, it is used to switch between play and
reverse play.
F2/AUX
Cycle through tab pages.
In synchronous playback mode, it is used to switch between
channels.
MENU/WIPER
Press the button will help you return to the Main menu (after
successful login).
Press and hold the button for 5 seconds will turn off audible
key beep.
In PTZ Control mode, the MENU/WIPER button will start
wiper (if applicable).
In Playback mode, it is used to show/hide the control
interface.
PREV/FOCUS-
Switch between single screen and multi-screen mode.
In PTZ Control mode, it is used to adjust the focus in
conjunction with the A/FOCUS+ button.
PTZ/IRIS-
Enter the PTZ Control mode.
In the PTZ Control mode, it is used to adjust the iris of the
PTZ camera.
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DIRECTION
The DIRECTION buttons are used to navigate between
different fields and items in menus.
In the Playback mode, the Up and Down button is used to
speed up and slow down recorded video. The Left and Right
button will select the next and previous record files .
In Live View mode, these buttons can be used to cycle through
channels.
In PTZ control mode, it can control the movement of the PTZ
camera.
ENTER
The ENTER button is used to confirm selection in any of the
menu modes.
It can also be used to tick checkbox fields.
In Playback mode, it can be used to play or pause the video.
In single-frame Playback mode, pressing the button will
advance the video by a single frame.
InAuto-switch mode, it can be used to stop /start auto switch.
9
JOG SHUTTLE
Control
Move the active selection in a menu. It will move the selection
up and down.
In Live View mode, it can be used to cycle through different
channels.

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In the Playback mode: For DS-9600NI-ST/RT/XT series, the
ring is used to jump 30s forward/backward in video files. For
DS-8600NI-ST series, the outer ring is used to speed up or
slow down the record files and the inner ring is used to jump
30s forward/backward in records files.
In PTZ control mode, it can control the movement of the PTZ
camera.
10
POWER ON/OFF
Power on/off switch.
Figure 1. 4 DS-7700NI-ST/SP
Table 1. 2 Description of Control Panel Buttons
No.
Name
Function Description
1
Status Indicators
POWER: the POWER indicator turns green when
NVR is powered up.
READY: The indicator light is green when the device
is running normally.
STATUS: 1.The light is green when the IR remote
control is enabled; 2.The light is red when the function
of the composite keys (SHIFT) are used; 3. The light
is out when none of the above condition is met/
ALARM: the light is red when there is an alarm
occurring.
HDD: the indicator flickers red when HDD is
reading/writing.
Tx/Rx: TX/RX indicator flickers green when network
connection is functioning normally.
SHIFT
Switch between the numeric or letter input and
functions of the composite keys. (Input letter or
numbers when the light is out; Realize functions when
the light is red.)
2
DVD-R/W
Slot for DVD-R/W.
3
Control Buttons
Directional buttons:
In menu mode, the direction buttons are used to
navigate between different fields and items and select
setting parameters.
In playback mode, the Up and Down buttons are used
to speed up and slow down record playing, and the

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No.
Name
Function Description
Left and Right buttons are used to move the recording
30s forwards or backwards.
In the image setting interface, the up and down button
can adjust the level bar of the image parameters.
In live view mode, these buttons can be used to switch
channels.
Enter:
The Enter button is used to confirm selection in menu
mode; or used to check checkbox fields and ON/OFF
switch.
In playback mode, it can be used to play or pause the
video.
In single-frame play mode, pressing the Enter button
will play the video by a single frame.
And in auto sequence view mode, the buttons can be
used to pause or resume auto sequence.
4
Composite
Keys
1/MENU:
Enter numeral “1”;
Access the main menu interface.
2/ABC/F1:
Enter numeral “2”;
Enter letters “ABC”;
The F1 button when used in a list field will select all
items in the list.
In PTZ Control mode, it will turn on/off PTZ light and
when the image is zoomed in, the key is used to zoom
out.
3/DEF/F2:
Enter numeral “3”;
Enter letters “DEF”;
The F2 button is used to change the tab pages.
In PTZ control mode, it zooms in the image.
4/GHI/ESC:
Enter numeral “4”;
Enter letters “GHI”;
Exit and back to the previous menu.
5/JKL/EDIT:
Enter numeral “5”;
Enter letters “JKL”;
Delete characters before cursor;
Check the checkbox and select the ON/OFF switch;
Start/stop record clipping in playback.
6/MNO/PLAY:
Enter numeral “6”;
Enter letters “MNO”;
Playback, for direct access to playback interface.
7/PQRS/REC:
Enter numeral “7”;
Enter letters “PQRS”;
Open the manual record interface.
8/TUV/PTZ:
Enter numeral “8”;
Enter letters “TUV”;
Access PTZ control interface.

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No.
Name
Function Description
9/WXYZ/PREV:
Enter numeral “9”;
Enter letters “WXYZ”;
Multi-channel display in live view.
0/A:
Enter numeral “0”;
Shift the input methods in the editing text field.
(Upper and lowercase, alphabet, symbols or numeric
input).
Double press the button to switch the main and
auxiliary output.
5
JOG SHUTTLE Control
Move the active selection in a menu. It will move the
selection up and down.
In Live View mode, it can be used to cycle through
different channels.
In the Playback mode, it can be used to jump 30s
forward/backward in video files.
In PTZ control mode, it can control the movement of
the PTZ camera.
6
POWER ON/OFF
Power on/off switch.
7
USB Interfaces
Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for additional
devices such as USB mouse and USB Hard Disk Drive
(HDD).
Figure 1. 5 DS-7600NI-ST/SP
Table 1. 3 Description of Control Panel Buttons
No.
Name
Function Description
1
USB Interface
Connects USB mouse or USE flash memory devices.
2
Status Indicators
POWER: the POWER indicator turns green when
NVR is powered up.
READY: The indicator light is green when the device
is running normally.
STATUS: 1.The light is green when the IR remote
control is enabled; 2.The light is red when the function
of the composite keys (SHIFT) are used; 3. The light is
out when none of the above condition is met/
ALARM: the light is red when there is an alarm
occurring.
HDD: the indicator flickers red when HDD is
reading/writing.
Tx/Rx: TX/RX indicator flickers green when network
connection is functioning normally.