Night Owl PRO Series 8CH User manual

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PRO Series 8CH
Elite Series 8CH

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Chapter 1: FCC Radiation Norm ............................................................ 6
Chapter 2: Package Contents ................................................................ 7
Chapter 3: System Requirements .......................................................... 8
Chapter 4: Safety Instructions ................................................................ 9
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .................................................................. 11
Chapter 6: DVR Components............................................................... 13
6.1 Back Panel of DVR ................................................................ 13
6.2 Front Panel of DVR ................................................................ 14
6.3 Mouse .................................................................................... 15
6.4 Remote................................................................................... 16
Chapter 7: DVR Installation .................................................................. 17
7.1 Connecting the Power Supply ................................................ 17
7.2 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor................................. 18
Chapter 8: Camera Installation............................................................. 19
8.1 Connecting Cameras to the DVR ........................................... 19
8.2 Mounting the Cameras ........................................................... 20
Chapter 9: DVR Start-up ...................................................................... 21
9.1 System Initialization................................................................ 21
9.2 On-Screen Display ................................................................. 22
Chapter 10: Startup Wizard .................................................................. 23
Chapter 11: Login Screen..................................................................... 24
Chapter 12: Main Menu ........................................................................ 25
Chapter 13: Menu Icons ....................................................................... 26
Chapter 14: Basic Menu....................................................................... 27
14.1 System Menu ....................................................................... 28
14.2 Date/Time Menu................................................................... 29

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14.2.1 Date/Time Menu ....................................................... 29
14.2.2 DST Menu................................................................. 30
14.3 Display Menu ....................................................................... 31
14.3.1 Display Menu ............................................................ 31
14.3.1.1 Mask Screen.................................................. 32
14.3.1.2 Color Screen.................................................. 33
14.3.1.3 Time/Name Screen........................................ 34
14.3.2 Auto Seq Menu ......................................................... 35
14.4 Record Menu........................................................................ 36
14.4.1 Basic Menu ............................................................... 36
14.4.2 Bit Rate Menu ........................................................... 37
14.4.3 Resolution ................................................................. 38
14.4.4 Schedule Menu ......................................................... 39
14.5 User Menu............................................................................ 40
14.5.1 User Management Menu .......................................... 41
Chapter 15: Advanced Menu................................................................ 43
15.1 Alarm Menu.......................................................................... 44
15.1.1 Motion Menu ............................................................. 44
15.1.1.1 Area Screen................................................... 45
15.1.1.2 Schedule Screen ........................................... 46
15.1.1.3 Trigger Screen ............................................... 47
15.1.2 Video Loss Menu ...................................................... 48
15.1.3 Others Menu ............................................................. 49
15.1.4 Others Menu Continued............................................ 50
15.2 Network Menu ...................................................................... 51
15.2.1 LAN Menu ................................................................. 51
15.2.2 PPPoE Menu ............................................................ 52

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15.2.3 Port Menu ................................................................. 53
15.2.4 Sub-Stream Menu..................................................... 54
15.3 COMM Menu........................................................................ 55
15.3.1 DDNS Menu.............................................................. 55
15.3.2 E-Mail Menu.............................................................. 56
15.3.3 UPnP Menu............................................................... 57
15.4 PTZ Menu ............................................................................ 58
Chapter 16: Record Search Menu........................................................ 59
Chapter 17: Converting Files to AVI ..................................................... 63
Chapter 18: Disk Management Menu ................................................... 64
Chapter 19: Information Menu.............................................................. 66
19.1 Device Menu ........................................................................ 67
19.2 Network Menu ...................................................................... 68
19.2.1 LAN Menu ................................................................. 68
19.2.2 PPPoE Menu ............................................................ 69
19.3 Online Menu......................................................................... 70
19.4 Record Menu........................................................................ 71
Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu ........................................................... 72
20.1 Basic Menu .......................................................................... 73
20.1.1 Firmware Upgrade .................................................... 74
20.2 Settings Menu ...................................................................... 75
Chapter 21: Remote Access................................................................. 76
21.1 Connection of DVR and Router/Modem ............................... 77
21.2 Windows Network Configuration .......................................... 78
21.3 Apple (Mac) Network Configuration ..................................... 81
Chapter 22: Port Forwarding ................................................................ 85
22.1 Checking the Ports after Port Forwarding ............................ 85

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Chapter 23: DDNS Registration ........................................................... 86
23.1 Registering a Free Domain Name........................................ 86
23.2 Adding your New Domain Name to your DVR...................... 88
Chapter 24: Internet Viewing ................................................................ 89
24.1 Setting ActiveX Controls....................................................... 89
24.2 DVR Login............................................................................ 90
24.3 Using Nightowl View ............................................................ 91
24.4 Using Control Management Software (CMS-Nightowl View) 98
Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application.................................... 112
Chapter 26: Specifications of DVR ..................................................... 119
Chapter 27: Information Log............................................................... 120
Chapter 28: Warranty ......................................................................... 121
Interactive How-To videos are available for the
chapters indicated with this icon.
You can also visit Night Owl’s website at
http://www.nightowlsp.com/Videos

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Chapter 1: FCC Radiation Norm
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FCC
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for Class B
digital devices pursuant to Part 15 of Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules.
FCC Compliance Statement
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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
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!Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
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!Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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CAUTION!
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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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Chapter 2: Package Contents
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Your DVR Security Kit includes the following items.
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Chapter 3: System Requirements
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Please be sure the computer that you will use with the DVR Security Kit
complies with the following specifications:
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•Windows® XP,VISTA, 7, or 8
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•Mac® OS 10.6 and above
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•Internet Explorer 7, 8, 9 or 10 web browser
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•Includes CD-ROM drive

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Chapter 4: DVR Safety Instructions
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•Use the provided power adapter.
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Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than the
specified voltage.
•Never insert metal into the DVR case or its openings.
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Inserting metal into the DVR case may cause electric shock.
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•Do not operate in wet or dusty area.
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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.
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If the DVR accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact technical
support immediately.
•Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
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To clean the outside case of the DVR, use a lightly dampened cloth.
Do not use cleaning solutions or solvents.
•Do not install near any heat sources.
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Do not install the DVR near any heat sources such as stoves, heat
registers, radiators, or electronics (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
•Unplug the DVR when moving it.
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Make sure that the DVR is unplugged before you move it. When
moving this device, be sure to handle it with care.
•Make sure there is good air circulation around the DVR.
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This DVR uses an internal hard drive, which generates heat during
operation, for video storage. Do not block vents on the DVR, as these
vents reduce the generated heat while the system is running. Place this
product in a well-ventilated area.

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Chapter 4: DVR Safety Instructions
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•Do not attempt to remove the top cover.
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If you observe any abnormal operation, unplug the DVR immediately
and contact technical support. Do not attempt to open the DVR to
diagnose the cause of the problem. (WARNING: You may be subjected
to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the DVR.)
•Handle the DVR carefully.
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If you drop the DVR on any hard surface, it may damage the device. If
the DVR doesn’t work properly due to physical damage, contact an
authorized dealer for repair.
•Recommended: Use with an uninterruptable power supply (UPS).
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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.