Night Owl 8 channel LTE DVR User manual

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Chapter 1 FCC Radiation Norm..............................................................5
Chapter 2 Package Contents..................................................................6
Chapter 3 System Requirements............................................................7
Chapter 4 Safety Instructions..................................................................8
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting....................................................................10
Chapter 6 Layout of DVR Components.................................................12
6.1 Back Panel of DVR .................................................................12
6.2 Front Panel of DVR.................................................................13
6.3 Mouse......................................................................................14
6.4 Remote....................................................................................15
Chapter 7 DVR Installation....................................................................16
7.1 Connecting the Power Supply.................................................16
7.2 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor.................................17
Chapter 8 Camera Installation...............................................................18
8.1 Connecting Cameras to the DVR ...........................................18
8.2 Mounting the Cameras............................................................19
Chapter 9 DVR Start Up........................................................................20
9.1 System Initialization ................................................................20
9.2 On-Screen Display..................................................................21
Chapter 10 Quick Function Menu..........................................................22
Chapter 11 Main Menu..........................................................................23
Chapter 12 System Menu......................................................................24
12.1 Time Setting Menu................................................................25
12.1.1 DST Setting Submenu...............................................26
12.2 Password Menu ....................................................................27
12.2.1 User Password Setup Submenu...............................28
12.2.2 User Authority Submenu ...........................................29
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12.3 Language Menu....................................................................30
12.4 HDD Management Menu......................................................31
12.5 Video Audio Setup Menu......................................................32
12.6 Maintain Menu.......................................................................33
12.6.1 Load Defaults Submenu............................................34
12.6.2 Log Submenu ............................................................35
12.7 Firmware Update...................................................................36
12.8 System Information Menu.....................................................37
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu.....................................................38
13.1 Record Menu.........................................................................39
13.1.1 Resolution..................................................................40
13.1.2 Framerate Setup Submenu.......................................41
13.1.3 Record Schedule Submenu.......................................42
13.2 Motion Detect Menu..............................................................43
13.2.1 Detection Area...........................................................44
13.3 Alarm Setup Menu ................................................................45
Chapter 14 Playback Menu...................................................................46
14.1 Playback Screen...................................................................47
14.2 Detail Files Submenu (Backup Files)....................................48
Chapter 15 Converting Files to AVI.......................................................49
Chapter 16 Camera Menu.....................................................................50
16.1 Camera Settings Menu.........................................................51
16.1.1 Privacy Zone Submenu.............................................52
16.1.2 Color Setup Submenu ...............................................53
16.2 PTZ Menu..............................................................................54
16.3 PTZ Quick Functions.............................................................55
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Chapter 17 Network Menu ....................................................................57
17.1 Internet/LAN Menu................................................................58
17.1.1 DDNS Submenu........................................................60
17.2 Mobile Menu..........................................................................61
17.3 Email Menu ...........................................................................62
Chapter 18 Remote Access ..................................................................63
18.1 Connection of DVR and Router/Modem...............................64
18.2 Windows Network Configuration...........................................65
18.3 Apple (Mac) Network Configuration......................................68
Chapter 19 Port Forwarding..................................................................70
19.1 Checking the Ports after Port Forwarding.............................72
Chapter 20 DDNS Registration.............................................................73
20.1 Registering a Free Domain Name........................................73
20.2 Adding your New Domain Name to your DVR......................75
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software............................................................76
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS)...............................86
Chapter 23 Mobile Application ............................................................108
Chapter 24 Specifications of DVR.......................................................120
Chapter 25 Information Log.................................................................121
Chapter 26 Warranty...........................................................................122
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FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules.
FCC Compliance Statement
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
frequency interference in residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed or used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try and correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected to.
CAUTION!
The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that changes or
modifications to the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Your new DVR Security Kit will contain the following items.
8 Channel DVR
Power Adapter 12V 2A
Remote Control
USB Mouse
BNC to RCA Cable
Ethernet (RJ45) Cable
Quick Setup Guide
Software CD
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Please be surethe computer that you will use the LTE DVR Security Kit with
complies with the following specifications:
IBM PCs or 100% Compatible
Windows®XP, Vista, 7, and 8
Mac® OS 10.6 and above
Internet Explorer 7, 8, 9 and 10 web brower
Mac capabilities Safari 5.1 & 6.0
CD-ROM Drive
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Use provided power adapter.
Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than
specified voltage (100-240V AC).
Never insert metal into the DVR case or its openings.
Inserting metal into the DVR case may cause electric shock.
Do not operate in wet or dusty area.
Avoid placing the DVR in areas such as a damp basement or dusty
attic.
Do not expose the DVR to rain or use near water.
If the DVR accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact technical
support immediately.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
To clean the outside case of the DVR, use a lightly dampened cloth.
Do not use any cleaning solutions or solvents.
Do not install near any heat sources.
Do not install the DVR near any heat sources such as Stoves, heat
registers, radiators, other apparatus (including amplifier) that produce
heat.
Unplug the DVR when moving the device.
Be sure that the DVR is unplugged before you try to move the device.
When moving this device, be sure to handle it with care.
Make sure there is good air circulation around the unit.
This DVR system uses an internal hard drive, which generates heat
during operation, for video storage. Do not block vents on the DVR
that reduce the generated heat while the system is running. Place this
product in a well-ventilated area.
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Do not attempt to remove the top cover.
If any abnormal operation is observed, unplug the DVR immediately
and contact technical support. Do not attempt to open the DVR to
diagnose the cause of the malfunction yourself. (Warning: You may
be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the
DVR.)
Handle the DVR carefully.
If you accidentally drop your DVR on any hard surface, it may cause a
malfunction. If the DVR doesn’t work properly due to physical damage,
contact an authorized dealer for repair.
Recommended to use with an uninterruptable power supply (UPS).
Connecting your DVR and cameras to a UPS allows continuous
operation even during power outages. The run-time duration will
depend on the rating of the UPS used.
Chapter 4 Safety Instructions