Plustek NVR X840P User manual

 Setup
 Configuration
 Technical Guides

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surreptitious recording of audio and/or video communications for certain purposes. If
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The screen shots in this guide were made with Windows 7. If you are using Windows
XP / Vista / 8, your screens will look somewhat different but functions are the same.

Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................1
How to Use This Guide ..........................................................................................1
Conventions of This Guide ..............................................................................1
A Note about Icons..........................................................................................1
Safety Precautions...........................................................................................2
Main NVR Features................................................................................................3
Minimum System Requirements ............................................................................3
Box Contents..........................................................................................................4
NVR X840P / X880P / X888P..........................................................................4
NVR Slim388Pro / Slim380Pro........................................................................4
Overview ................................................................................................................5
NVR X840P / X880P / X888P..........................................................................5
NVR Slim388Pro / Slim380Pro........................................................................6
Chapter I. Setup the NVR...............................................................................7
Setup the NVR System ..........................................................................................7
Chapter II. Getting Started with the NVR......................................................9
Log in to the NVR...................................................................................................9
Log in to the NVR - Method I. - by using the Network Device Search Tool
Application.......................................................................................................9
Log in to the NVR - Method II. - by using the Internet Explorer (IE) ..............10
Log in to the NVR - Method III. - by using EasyLink and UDID .....................10
Easy Accessibility with EasyLink and UDID.........................................................11
How to obtain the UDID.................................................................................11
Connect to your NVR from any computer using EasyLink and UDID............12
NVR Viewer Windows..........................................................................................13
Live................................................................................................................13
Playback........................................................................................................15
Alarm .............................................................................................................18
Log out of the NVR...............................................................................................18
Chapter III. Advanced NVR Configuration...................................................19
System .................................................................................................................20
Status.............................................................................................................20
Server............................................................................................................20
Date/Time......................................................................................................21
Maintenance..................................................................................................22
Network................................................................................................................23
Settings..........................................................................................................23
Camera.................................................................................................................24
Channel .........................................................................................................24
Video..............................................................................................................29
Audio..............................................................................................................30
Recording.............................................................................................................31
Policy.............................................................................................................31
Event..............................................................................................................31
Hard Disk.......................................................................................................32
Event....................................................................................................................32
Channel .........................................................................................................32
System...........................................................................................................35
Management ........................................................................................................35
Users .............................................................................................................35
Services.........................................................................................................36
GPIO..............................................................................................................39

Logs .....................................................................................................................39
System...........................................................................................................39
Camera..........................................................................................................40
Chapter IV. Technical Guides .......................................................................41
LED Indicators......................................................................................................41
Search Tool..........................................................................................................42
IP Configuration Information.................................................................................43
Use the NVR with Dynamic IP Address ...............................................................44
Proxy Server.........................................................................................................45
RTSP Server Feature...........................................................................................47
Reset the NVR .....................................................................................................47
Appendix A: Glossary....................................................................................48
Appendix B: Customer Service and Warranty..............................................52
Statement of Limited Warranty.............................................................................52
FCC Radio Frequency Statement........................................................................53

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing us as your NVR supplier. Like all of our products, your new
NVR is thoroughly tested and backed by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability
and customer satisfaction. We hope you will continue to turn to us for additional
quality products as your computing needs and interests grow.
How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to setup and
configure your NVR. This guide assumes the user is familiar with Microsoft Windows.
If this is not the case, we suggest you learn more about Microsoft Windows by
referring to your Microsoft Windows manual before using your NVR.
The Introduction section of this manual provides an outline of this manual, and
describes the minimum system requirements, the main features and box contents.
Chapter I describes how to set up basic NVR and IP Camera system in the network
environment.
Chapter II describes how to log in to the NVR interface and the NVR viewer window
operations.
Chapter III provides you with plenty of illustrations and information about advanced
configuration of the NVR. You may get familiar with it and try out all functions provided
with the NVR.
Chapter IV provides useful technical information and usage tips.
Appendix A covers the glossary that may help you to know more about the network
and network devices.
Appendix B contains our customer service, limited warranty agreement and FCC
statement.
Conventions of This Guide
“XXX” — Represents commands or contents on your computer screen.
Bold — Represents important notes.
A Note about Icons
This guide uses the following icons to point out information that deserves special
attention.
Warning
Warning: A procedure that must be followed carefully to
prevent injury, or accidents.
Attention
Attention: Instructions that are important to remember and
may prevent mistakes.
Information Information: Optional tips for your reference.

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Safety Precautions
Before using this device, please read the following important information carefully to
eliminate or reduce any possibility of causing damage and personal injury.
1. Do use the AC adapter that comes with this device (if it is available). Use of other
AC adapters may lead to malfunction, hard disk damage, overheating, electrical
shock, fire or injury.
2. Keep the space around the adapter clear in case you need to quickly unplug the
adapter during emergencies.
3. Keep the NVR protected from liquids.
4. Do not install the device near any heat sources such as radiators or other devices.
Install the device only in environments that meet the factory specifications.
5. Ensure that the NVR is properly secured to a stable surface. Major shocks, jolts
and/or excessive vibration may damage the sensitive electronics inside the NVR.
6. Ensure there is ample room for any cables leading to and coming from the NVR.
7. Use only attachments/accessories such as cover and plates specified by the
manufacturer.
8. Do not touch the unit or the AC adapter when they are powered on.
9. Unplug the device if you don’t need to use it for a certain period of time to avoid
any risks of causing fire.
10. Do not disassemble the NVR case. This device contains no user-serviceable parts.
Leave servicing to qualified personnel.
11. Do not remove the NVR's hard disk(s) while the device is still turned on and
operating. Please make sure the power is disconnected from the NVR or your
hard disk may be damaged.
12. Please contact your distributor to obtain a list of compatible IP cameras.
13. Damaged wire could cause fire or electrical shock. Keep the power cord straight
and without twisting, bending or scraping it.
14. Moisture condensation may occur inside this device and cause malfunction under
these conditions:
• When this device is moved directly from a cold to a warm location.
• After a cold room is heated.
• When this device is placed in a damp room.
To avoid moisture condensation, you are recommended to follow below procedure:
• Seal this device in a plastic bag for it to adapt to room conditions.
• Wait for 1 ~ 2 hours before removing this device from the bag.
15. Avoid excessive smoke, mechanical, dust, or direct sunlight.
16. Do not incorrectly replace the battery on the Server main board. There is risk of
explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.

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Information
The mark shown to the left is in compliance with the Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose
the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return
and collection systems according to local law. If the batteries,
accumulators and button cells included with this equipment,
display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that
the battery has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005%
Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium, or more than 0.004%
Lead.
Main NVR Features
 Easy one-push button for quick installation
 Easy remote accessibility via Plustek EasyLink®& UDID (Unique Device
Identification)
 Effective video preview over Internet via Plustek Dual-Stream Recording
Technology®
 Intuitive and powerful playback functions for investigation
 Alarm View for alarm monitoring and instant playback
Minimum System Requirements1
The NVR is recommended to work with personal computer or network that meets the
following requirements:
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
CPU Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.6GHz or above
Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.0 or above2, Chrome, FireFox
RAM 1 GB or above
Network 10/100/1000 Mbps (RJ-45)
1The system requirements here are only a guideline, as in general the better the computer
(motherboard, processor, hard disk, RAM, video graphic card), the better the results.
2The program is available with Microsoft Windows and therefore is not included in the
Setup/Application CD-ROM of this product.

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Box Contents3
Before you start installing your NVR, check the box contents to make sure all parts
are included. If any items are damaged or missing, please contact the vendor where
you purchased your NVR or our customer service directly.
NVR X840P / X880P / X888P
1. NVR
2. AC Adapter
3. Quick Guide
4. Installation CD
NVR Slim388Pro / Slim380Pro
1. NVR
2. AC Adapter
3. Quick Guide
4. Installation CD
5. MFB (Multi-Function Button) Pin / Reset Pin
6. Hard Disk Screws x 4
7. Device Mounting Screws x 4
3Save the box and packing materials in case you need to transport this NVR in the future.
The product packaging can be recycled.

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Overview
NVR X840P / X880P / X888P
1. Multi-Function Button
2. USB Port
3. Power/Status Indicator
4. HDD2 Indicator4
5. HDD1 Indicator
6. RESET Hole
7. LAN Port
8. VGA Port
9. DC-Jack
4This function may or may not be available depending on the NVR model you purchase.

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NVR Slim388Pro / Slim380Pro
1. Power/Status Indicator
2. HDD Indicator
3. USB Port
4. MFB (Multi-Function Button) Hole
5. DC-Jack
6. GPIO terminal
Pin (from left to right, top to bottom row) Function
1 (Output 2) Output 2
2 (Output 1) Output 1
3 (Input 2) Input 2
4 (Input 1) Input 1
5 (Ground) Ground
6 (Console) Console
7 (Console) Console
8 (Console) Console
7. VGA Port
8. LAN Port
9. RESET Hole