Speco N8NXL User manual

NXL NVR
User Manual
V1.0

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Table of Contents
1 Features and Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Overview........................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Features............................................................................................................................................................ 8
1.3 Specifications................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3.1 NXL NVR ................................................................................................................................................... 9
2 Front Panel and Rear Panel................................................................................................................................ 11
2.1 Front Panel..................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.1.1 NXL Series............................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.1 NXL Series............................................................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Two-Way Audio.............................................................................................................................................. 13
2.3.1 Device to PC ........................................................................................................................................... 13
2.3.2 PC to Device ........................................................................................................................................... 13
2.4 Mouse Operation........................................................................................................................................... 14
3 Device Installation................................................................................................................................................. 15
3.1 Check Unit...................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Product Label................................................................................................................................................. 15
3.3 Connection ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.1 Example ................................................................................................................................................... 15
4 Unit Local Operation............................................................................................................................................. 16
4.1 Startup and Shutdown.................................................................................................................................. 16
4.1.1 Startup...................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.1.2 Shutdown................................................................................................................................................. 16
4.2 Change/Reset Password ............................................................................................................................. 17
4.2.1 Change Password.................................................................................................................................. 17
4.2.2 Reset Password...................................................................................................................................... 18
4.3 EZ Setup......................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.4 Navigation Bar ............................................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 Main Menu............................................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.2 Tour........................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.3 PTZ........................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.4 Color......................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4.5 Search...................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4.6 Alarm Status............................................................................................................................................ 24
4.4.7 Channel Info............................................................................................................................................ 24
4.4.8 Registration ............................................................................................................................................. 24
4.4.9 Network.................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4.10 HDD Manager..................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4.11 USB Manager..................................................................................................................................... 24
4.5 Camera ........................................................................................................................................................... 25

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4.5.1 Camera Setup......................................................................................................................................... 25
4.5.2 Image ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.5.3 Channel Name........................................................................................................................................ 28
4.5.4 Camera Upgrade.................................................................................................................................... 28
4.5.5 Right Click Menu .................................................................................................................................... 29
4.5.6 Display ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.5.7 Sequence................................................................................................................................................. 31
4.5.8 PTZ Control ............................................................................................................................................. 32
4.5.8.1 PTZ Function Setup ...................................................................................................................... 33
4.5.8.2 Call PTZ Function.......................................................................................................................... 35
4.6 Recording ....................................................................................................................................................... 37
4.6.1 Stream...................................................................................................................................................... 37
4.6.1.1 Stream............................................................................................................................................. 37
4.6.1.2 Snapshot......................................................................................................................................... 38
4.6.2 Schedule.................................................................................................................................................. 38
4.6.2.1 Schedule Recording...................................................................................................................... 38
4.6.2.2 Schedule Snapshot....................................................................................................................... 42
4.6.3 Motion detection ..................................................................................................................................... 44
4.6.3.1 Motion recording............................................................................................................................ 44
4.6.3.2 Motion Detection Snapshot.......................................................................................................... 45
4.6.4 Alarm Recording/Snapshot ................................................................................................................... 46
4.6.4.1 Alarm Recording............................................................................................................................ 46
4.6.4.2 Alarm Snapshot ............................................................................................................................. 47
4.6.5 Manual Recording/Snapshot ................................................................................................................ 48
4.6.5.1 Manual Recording ......................................................................................................................... 48
4.6.5.2 Manual Snapshot .......................................................................................................................... 48
4.6.6 Holiday Recording.................................................................................................................................. 49
4.7 Playback and Search.................................................................................................................................... 51
4.7.1 Instant Playback ..................................................................................................................................... 51
4.7.2 Search Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 51
4.7.2.1 File list ............................................................................................................................................. 55
4.7.2.2 Bookmark Pins............................................................................................................................... 55
4.7.3 Snapshot Playback ................................................................................................................................ 56
4.8 Export.............................................................................................................................................................. 57
4.8.1 File Backup.............................................................................................................................................. 57
4.8.2 Import/Export........................................................................................................................................... 58
4.8.3 Backup Log.............................................................................................................................................. 59
4.8.4 USB Device Auto Pop-up ...................................................................................................................... 60
4.9 Alarm............................................................................................................................................................... 60
4.9.1 Alarm Detection ...................................................................................................................................... 60
4.9.1.1 Motion Detection............................................................................................................................ 60
4.9.1.2 Tampering....................................................................................................................................... 63
4.9.1.3 Video Loss...................................................................................................................................... 63

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4.9.2 Notification............................................................................................................................................... 64
4.10 Network........................................................................................................................................................... 66
4.10.1.1 TCP/IP............................................................................................................................................. 66
4.10.1.2 Connection ..................................................................................................................................... 67
4.10.1.3 PPPoE............................................................................................................................................. 68
4.10.1.4 DDNS .............................................................................................................................................. 68
4.10.1.5 UPnP (EZ Network)....................................................................................................................... 69
4.10.1.6 IP Filtering ...................................................................................................................................... 71
4.10.1.7 Email ............................................................................................................................................... 72
4.10.1.8 FTP.................................................................................................................................................. 73
4.10.1.9 Multicast.......................................................................................................................................... 74
4.10.2 Network Test ....................................................................................................................................... 75
4.10.2.1 Network Test................................................................................................................................... 75
4.10.2.2 Network Load................................................................................................................................. 75
4.11 HDD Setup ..................................................................................................................................................... 77
4.11.1 Format ................................................................................................................................................. 77
4.11.2 HDD Information ................................................................................................................................ 78
4.12 General System Setup ................................................................................................................................. 79
4.12.1 Device Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 79
4.12.2 Date and Time .................................................................................................................................... 80
4.13 Device Maintenance and Manager............................................................................................................. 81
4.13.1 System Info......................................................................................................................................... 81
4.13.1.1 Version ............................................................................................................................................ 81
4.13.1.2 Bitrate.............................................................................................................................................. 81
4.13.1.3 Online User .................................................................................................................................... 82
4.13.1.4 Remote Device Information ......................................................................................................... 83
4.13.1.5 Camera ........................................................................................................................................... 84
4.13.1.5.1 Status............................................................................................................................................ 84
4.13.1.5.2 Firmware...................................................................................................................................... 84
4.13.2 Log ....................................................................................................................................................... 85
4.13.3 Digital Deterrent ................................................................................................................................. 86
4.13.3.1.1 File Manage ................................................................................................................................. 86
4.13.4 Account................................................................................................................................................ 87
4.13.4.1.1 Add User...................................................................................................................................... 88
4.13.4.1.2 Modify user.................................................................................................................................. 89
4.13.4.1.3 Change Password......................................................................................................................... 89
4.13.4.1.4 Add/Modify Group ...................................................................................................................... 90
4.13.4.1.5 Verification .................................................................................................................................. 91
4.13.5 System Upgrade ................................................................................................................................ 92
4.13.5.1 Local Upgrade................................................................................................................................ 92
4.13.6 Factory Default................................................................................................................................... 93
4.13.7 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 94
4.13.8 Logout /Shutdown/Restart................................................................................................................ 94

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5 Web Operation....................................................................................................................................................... 95
5.1 General Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 95
5.1.1 Log in........................................................................................................................................................ 95
5.2 LAN Mode....................................................................................................................................................... 97
5.3 Live View ........................................................................................................................................................ 99
5.4 PTZ.................................................................................................................................................................. 99
5.5 Image/Alarm-out.......................................................................................................................................... 101
5.5.1 Image ..................................................................................................................................................... 101
5.6 WAN mode ................................................................................................................................................... 101
5.7 Setup............................................................................................................................................................. 103
5.7.1 Camera .................................................................................................................................................. 103
5.7.1.1 Camera Setup.............................................................................................................................. 103
5.7.1.2 Stream........................................................................................................................................... 105
5.7.1.2.1 Stream.......................................................................................................................................... 105
5.7.1.2.2 Snapshot....................................................................................................................................... 105
5.7.1.2.3 Privacy Mask ............................................................................................................................... 106
5.7.1.2.4 Path .............................................................................................................................................. 107
5.7.1.3 Channel Name............................................................................................................................. 107
5.7.1.4 IP Camera Upgrade .................................................................................................................... 108
5.7.2 Network.................................................................................................................................................. 108
5.7.2.1 TCP/IP........................................................................................................................................... 108
5.7.2.2 Connection ................................................................................................................................... 109
5.7.2.3 PPPoE........................................................................................................................................... 109
5.7.2.4 DDNS ............................................................................................................................................ 110
5.7.2.5 IP filtering...................................................................................................................................... 110
5.7.2.6 Email ............................................................................................................................................. 111
5.7.2.7 UPnP (EZ Network)..................................................................................................................... 111
5.7.2.8 FTP................................................................................................................................................ 112
5.7.2.9 Multicast........................................................................................................................................ 112
5.7.2.10 HTTPS .......................................................................................................................................... 113
5.7.2.10.1 Create Server Certificate............................................................................................................ 113
5.7.2.10.2 Download root certificate .......................................................................................................... 114
5.7.2.10.3 View and set HTTPS port .......................................................................................................... 116
5.7.2.10.4 Login.......................................................................................................................................... 116
5.7.3 Event ...................................................................................................................................................... 117
5.7.3.1 Video ............................................................................................................................................. 117
5.7.3.1.1 Motion Detection ......................................................................................................................... 117
5.7.3.1.2 Video Loss ................................................................................................................................... 118
5.7.3.1.3 Tampering .................................................................................................................................... 119
5.7.4 Storage................................................................................................................................................... 120
5.7.4.1 Schedule....................................................................................................................................... 120
5.7.4.2 Recording Control ....................................................................................................................... 121
5.7.5 Setup ...................................................................................................................................................... 122

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5.7.5.1 General ......................................................................................................................................... 122
5.7.5.1.1 General......................................................................................................................................... 122
5.7.5.1.2 Date and time ............................................................................................................................... 122
5.7.5.1.3 Holiday Setup .............................................................................................................................. 123
5.7.5.2 Account ......................................................................................................................................... 123
5.7.5.2.1 User name .................................................................................................................................... 123
5.7.5.3 Display .......................................................................................................................................... 126
5.7.5.3.1 Display......................................................................................................................................... 126
5.7.5.3.2 Sequence ...................................................................................................................................... 126
5.7.5.4 Default........................................................................................................................................... 127
5.7.5.5 Import/Export................................................................................................................................ 127
5.7.5.6 Maintenance................................................................................................................................. 127
5.7.5.7 Upgrade ........................................................................................................................................ 128
5.8 System Information ..................................................................................................................................... 128
5.8.1 Version ................................................................................................................................................... 128
5.8.2 Log.......................................................................................................................................................... 129
5.8.3 Online User............................................................................................................................................ 129
5.9 Playback ....................................................................................................................................................... 130
5.9.1 Search Record...................................................................................................................................... 130
5.9.2 File List................................................................................................................................................... 131
5.9.3 Playback ................................................................................................................................................ 132
5.9.4 Download............................................................................................................................................... 132
5.9.5 Additional Download Options ............................................................................................................. 133
5.9.5.1 Download By File ........................................................................................................................ 133
5.9.5.2 Download by Time....................................................................................................................... 133
5.9.5.3 Watermark .................................................................................................................................... 134
5.10 Log out.......................................................................................................................................................... 134
6 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................... 135

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing this NVR.
Please read this manual carefully before installing and operating the unit.
If technical assistance is needed, please contact Speco Technologies Technical Support.
Phone: [phone] option 3
Email: [email protected]

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Important Safeguards and Warnings
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． Electrical safety
All installation and operation here should conform to local electrical safety codes.
The product must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Speco Technologies assumes no liability or responsibility for all the fires or electric shock caused by improper
handling or installation.
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． Transportation security
Heavy stress, violent vibration or water splash are not allowed during transportation, storage and installation.
3 ．
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． Installation
Keep upwards. Handle with care.
Do not apply power to the NVR before completing installation.
Do not place objects on the NVR.
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． Qualified personnel
All the examination and repair work should be done by the qualified service engineers.
Speco Technologies is not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or attempted repair.
5 ．
．．
． Environment
The product should be installed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, inflammable, explosive
substances and etc.
6. Accessories
Be sure to use the included accessories only.
Before installation, please open the package and check that all components are included.
Contact the supplier immediately if something is broken or missing in the package.
7. Lithium battery
Improper battery use may result in fire, explosion, or personal injury.
When replacing the battery, please make sure to use the same exact model.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL LAWS.
Before operation, please read the following instructions carefully.
Keep away from extreme hot places and sources and avoid direct sunlight
Keep away from extreme humid place
Avoid violent vibration
Do not put other devices on the top of the NVR
Be installed in well ventilated place; do not block the vent

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1 Features and Specifications
1.1 Overview
The NXL NVR supports live view, recording and playback, and remote management and control of IP
cameras.
The NXL supports plug and play for Speco’s IP cameras. If a camera is connected to one of the PoE ports
that are built into the back of the NVR, it will auto populate on the designated channel without any additional
setup. Once the unit is set up, it can be accessed over the network through: 1) a web browser for quick
viewing, playback, and setup and 2) SecureGuard® VMS, which provides a robust solution for viewing
multiple devices simultaneously and redundancy.
1.2 Features
Live View
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Viewing layout options: 1x1, 2x2, 3x3
•HDMI and VGA outputs for monitors
•PTZ control interface
•Swappable channel tiles in real time
Playback
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Record up to 6MP on every channel at 30fps max
•Instant playback for any channel
•Supports various playback modes: slow play, fast play, backward play
and frame by frame play.
•EZ Search (thumbnail based search)
•Export clips on USB flash drives and hard drives
User
Management
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Customizable groups with access for individual features
•Assign users to different groups
•Up to 128 user accounts supported
Record
•Supports video and snapshot storage
•Record in continuous, motion, and sensor modes
Alarm
•Trigger recording through motion, sensor, and tampering.
•Events can also trigger a relay alarm device and Digital Deterrent®
•Alerts can be also sent via email.
Upgrade
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Supports local and remote upgrades via web browser

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1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 NXL NVR
Model N4NXL N8NXL
System System
Resources
4 connections. Total camera
bandwidth of 80Mbps.
8 connections. Total camera
bandwidth of 80Mbps.
OS
Embedded Linux real-time operation system
Interface
Local GUI / Web Viewer
Decode Compression
H.264
Decode
Capability
(local viewing)
Up to 8 channels, 720p @ 30fps
Up to 4 channels, 1080p @ 30fps
Up to 4 channels, 4MP @ 15fps
Video Input
4 channels, network video 8 channels, network video
Output
1 HDMI, 1 VGA
Split View
1/4/8
Audio Input
1 RCA input
Output
1 RCA output
Compression
G.711a
Alarm Input
N/A
Output
N/A
Function Storage
1 internal HDD slot, up to 6TB supported
Port and
Indicator
RS232 Port
N/A
RS485 Port
N/A
USB Port
2 USB 2.0 ports
Network
Connection
1 10/100Base-T Ethernet port
PoE Ports
4 8
Indicator Light
Network / Power / HDD status indicators
General Power
48VDC, 1.25A; 50W PoE budget
48VDC, 2A; 80W PoE budget

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Model N4NXL N8NXL
Operating
Temperature
14°F ~ 131°F
Operating
Humidity
10℅ ～ 90℅RH
Dimensions
(WxHxL)
10.2” x 1.8” x 8.7”
Weight
3 lbs

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2 Front Panel and Rear Panel
2.1 Front Panel
2.1.1 NXL Series
The NXL front panel is shown below. See Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1
Please refer to the following sheet for detailed information.
Icon Name Function
LAN Network status
indicator
Blue indicator is on when connected to a
network
PWR Power indicator Blue indicator is on when power is operating
normally
HDD HDD status indicator Blue indicator is on when the hard drive is
operating normally
2.2 Rear Panel
2.2.1 NXL Series
The 4ch unit’s rear panel is shown below in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2

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The 8ch unit’s rear panel is shown below in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3
Please refer to the following sheet for detailed information.
Port Name Connection Function
USB2.0 port May be used for a mouse and external storage.
Network port 10M/100Mbps Ethernet port. Connect to a
network cable.
HDMI HDMI v1.4 Used for video output to a monitor/display with
HDMI port
VGA VGA output Used for video output to a monitor/display with
VGA port
GND Ground end
Power input
port Input DC 12V/2A.
MIC IN Audio input port Audio input port for two-way audio. Connect a
microphone.
MIC OUT Audio output
port
Audio output port to a speaker
Two-way audio output.
Audio output on full screen live view.
Audio output on full screen playback.

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2.3 Two-Way Audio
2.3.1 Device to PC
Device Connection
Connect a microphone to the input port located on the rear panel of the NVR. Then connect a speaker to the
audio output port on the PC.
Log into the web viewer to enable two-way audio:
After logging in, look in the left menu panel at the bottom. See Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4
Audio
See Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5
2.3.2 PC to Device
Device Connection
Connect a microphone to the audio input port on the PC and then connect a speaker to the output port on the
rear panel of the NVR.
Log into the web viewer to enable two-way audio.
Please refer to the diagram above (Figure 2-4) to enable this option.
Audio
See Figure 2-6.
Figure 2-6

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2.4 Mouse Operation
Please refer to the following table for mouse operation instructions.
Left Click Menu item selection
Use for on-screen keyboard
Double Click In live view, double click to go from split screen to a full screen and back
Right click Brings up menu options in live view
Exit current menu without saving when in setup
Drag mouse Select motion detection zone
Select privacy mask zone

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3 Device Installation
Note: All of the installation and operations here should conform to your local electric safety rules.
3.1 Check Unit
After unpacking the unit, please check for any visible damage. Then check to make sure that all
accessories are included .
3.2 Product Label
Check that the model number and serial number that’s listed on the label on the unit are the same as
what’s listed on the package label .
3.3 Connection
3.3.1 Example
Please refer to Figure 3-1 for a connection example.
The 8-channel unit is shown below.
Figure 3-1

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4 Unit Local Operation
4.1 Startup and Shutdown
4.1.1 Startup
Caution
Before powering up the unit, please make sure:
Connect the NVR to the power adapter first and then connect the power adapter to the power
outlet.
Please follow the steps listed below to start the device.
Connect the device to the monitor and then connect a mouse.
Connect power.
The system will be in split screen mode by default upon startup.
4.1.2 Shutdown
Note
Do not unplug the power adapter when the device is running (especially when it is recording).
The proper way to shut down the unit is:
Main Menu->Shutdown
Click OK.

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4.2 Change/Reset Password
4.2.1 Change Password
Listed below is the default login ID:
Username: admin (administrator, local and remote)
Note:
For security purposes, it is required to create the administrator password on the initial login.
5 incorrect login attempts within 30 minutes will result in a lock on the account. Once the unit is locked,
please wait for 30 minutes before attempting to log in again.
See Figure 4-1 for the password change screen.
Security questions can be set here to reset the password in case you forgot. The NVR supports
customized setup. Please note two security questions must be set. These questions must be answered
correctly when resetting the password.
For more information, please refer to section 4.2.2.
Figure 4-1

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4.2.2 Reset Password
If the password has been forgotten, answer the security questions set in section 4.2.1 to reset the password.
Figure 4-2
The following dialogue box will pop up. Please answer the security questions and then enter the new
password twice. See Figure 4-3.
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Figure 4-3

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4.3 EZ Setup
EZ Setup is a wizard designed to assist with setting up the unit initially. After the NVR successfully boots up,
the prompt for EZ Setup will pop up. To prevent EZ Setup from running again on the next reboot, uncheck the
Startup box before selecting Next or Cancel.
Figure 4-4
Click Next or Cancel button. See Figure 4-4
The system consists of two accounts:
Username: admin (administrator, local and network)
Username: default. Password: default (hidden user). Hidden user “default” is for system interior use
only and can not be deleted. When there are no users, hidden user “default” will automatically login.
Figure 4-5