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.
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When a malfunction occurs, it may not be serious and can be corrected
easily. The following information describes the most common problems with
their solutions. Please refer to the following before calling Night Owl
Technical Support.
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6.1 Back Panel of DVR
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6.2 Front Panel of DVR
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6.3 Mouse
You can use a mouse instead of the remote control to navigate through
your DVR’s menus. Connect the included mouse to the USB port on the
back panel of the DVR.
Use the mouse buttons to perform the following:
1. Left Button: Click to select a menu option. During live viewing in
split-screen, double-click on a channel to view the selected channel
in full-screen;double-click the channel again to return to split-screen
view.
2. Right Button: Click to open the quick functionmenu, or click to return
to previous option menu.
3. Scroll Wheel: No function.
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6.4 Remote Control
Use the remote control to navigate through the DVR’s menus.
Item
Functions
1-0
Select channels / Input
numbers in currently
selected field
All
Display all channels
Menu
Enter / Exit Menu
▲
Up
▼
Down
SEL
Select
Rewind
Play
Fast Forward
●
Record
Pause / Playback
■
Stop
Audio/
Search
No function for this
particular model
Mute
Enable or disable
sound
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7.1 Connecting the Power Supply
1. Plug the included power supply into the DVR.
2. Plug the other end of the power adapter cable into an available
110/220V wall outlet (or, if you are using an uninterruptable power
supply, plug the adapter cable into one of its output sockets).
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7.2 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor
Using the supplied BNC to RCA connector
1. Connect the BNC to RCA connector to the back of the DVR’s Video
Output port.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an available RCA video input
on your TV or monitor.
3. Select the appropriate video input channel on your TV or monitor to
view the DVR.
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8.1 Connecting Cameras to the DVR
1. Your DVR system comes with one 60 foot coaxial cable per camera.
Connect each cable to a camera using the BNC connectors (yellow
connector) and the DC connectors (red connector).
2. Plug the other end of the cables into the video input ports on the
back panel of the DVR.
3. Connect the provided four-way power splitter cable into the DC
connectors of the cables.
4. Plug the power splitter into the camera power supply.
5. Plug the camera power supply into an available 110/220V wall outlet
or uninterruptable power supply.
Ensure all cameras are working (prior to mounting the cameras)
by connecting them as described in the section above. Once all
cameras are confirmed to be fully operational, you can run the
cables and mount the cameras at their final locations.
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8.2 Mounting the Cameras
1. Choose a Position: Decide where you would like to mount the
camera.
2. Screw Positions: Mark three holes on the surface where you plan to
mount the camera, using the holes in the camera base as a guide.
3. Anchor Screws: Using a drill bit slightly smaller than the included
screw anchors, drill into the mounting surface using the guide
marks placed in the previous step. Insert the screw anchors.
4. Mount Camera: Hold camera in place and tighten each screw
securely into the anchors.
5. Ensure Camera is Secure: Once screwed into place, make sure
that the camera is securely mounted by placing gentle pressure on
the mount.
6. Adjust: Adjust the camera housing to point the camera lens in the
direction you would like to record.
Chapter 8 Camera Installation
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