TP-Link VIGI NVR2016H User manual

Installation Guide
Network Video Recorder

Contents
Chapter 1 Appearance——————————— 3
1.1 Front Panel..............................................................3
1.2 Rear Panel ...............................................................4
Chapter 2 Installation ——————————— 7
2.1 Package Contents ...............................................7
2.2 Safety Precautions ..............................................7
2.3 Installation T ools...................................................10
2.4 Hard Drive Installation ........................................10
2.5 Product Installation .............................................12
Chapter 3 Hardware Connection —————— 14
Chapter 4 Conguration —————————— 15
Appendix FAQ——————————————— 18

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Chapter 1 Appearance
1.1 Front Panel
The figure is for demonstration purposes only. Your device may differ in
appearance from the depicted.
■VIGI NVR2016H
The front panel of VIGI NVR2016H is shown as the following figure.
LED Indication
SYS On: System is running normally.
Off: System is running abnormally.
LAN
On: Network is working properly.
Flashing: Data is being transmitted or received.
Off: Network is malfunctioning.
HDD On: The HDD is normal.
Off: No HDD or the HDD is malfunctioning.
USB Port
For additional devices such as USB mouse, USB storage device, and USB
keyboard.
■VIGI NVR2016H-16P/VIGI NVR2016H-16MP
The front panel of VIGI NVR2016H-16P/VIGI NVR2016H-16MP is shown
as the following figure.

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LED Indication
SYS On: System is running normally.
Off: System is running abnormally.
LAN
On: Network is working properly.
Flashing: Data is being transmitted or received.
Off: Network is malfunctioning.
HDD On: The HDD is normal.
Off: No HDD or the HDD is malfunctioning.
PoE Max
On: The total PoE power reaches the warning threshold.
Flashing: The total PoE power has reached the warning
threshold for more than 2 minutes.
Off: The total PoE power does not reach the warning
threshold.
USB Port
For additional devices such as USB mouse, USB storage device, and USB
keyboard.
1.2 Rear Panel
The figure is for demonstration purposes only. Your device may differ in
appearance from the depicted.
■VIGI NVR2016H
The rear panel of VIGI NVR2016H is shown as the following figure.
Grounding Terminal
The device comes with lightning protection mechanism.
Power Socket
Connect the female connector of the power cord here, and the male
connector to the AC power outlet. Make sure that the voltage of the

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power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage (100–240 V~
50/60 Hz).
USB Port
Connect to additional devices such as USB mouse, USB storage device,
and USB keyboard.
eSATA
Connect to external hard drive.
HDMI
Output port for high-definition audio and video signals. Connect your
monitor to this port if it uses HDMI connection.
VGA
Output port for analog video signals. Connect your monitor to this port if
it uses VGA connection.
Audio Input/Output
Connector for audio input and output.
LAN Port
Connect to an Ethernet device (eg. router and switch).
Kensington Security Slot
Secure the lock (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device
from being stolen.
■VIGI NVR2016H-16P/VIGI NVR2016H-16MP
The rear panel of VIGI NVR2016H-16P/VIGI NVR2016H-16MP is shown as
the following figure.
Grounding Terminal
The device comes with lightning protection mechanism.
Power Socket
Connect the female connector of the power cord here, and the male
connector to the AC power outlet. Make sure that the voltage of the
power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage (100–240 V~

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50/60 Hz).
USB Port
Connect to additional devices such as USB mouse, USB storage device,
and USB keyboard.
eSATA
Connect to external hard drive.
HDMI
Output port for high-definition audio and video signals. Connect your
monitor to this port if it uses HDMI connection.
VGA
Output port for analog video signals. Connect your monitor to this port if
it uses VGA connection.
Audio Input/Output
Connector for audio input and output.
LAN Port
Connect to an Ethernet device (eg. router and switch).
PoE Port
Designed to connect to the device with a bandwidth of 100/10 Mbps.
The port can also provide power for PoE PDs (recommended for PoE
cameras).
Link LED
On: A device is linked to the port but no activity.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data.
Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.
PoE LED
On: The port is supplying power normally.
Flashing: Overload or short circuit is detected.
Off: Not providing PoE power on the port.
Kensington Security Slot
Secure the lock (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device
from being stolen.
Caution:
Please use the provided power adapter.

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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Package Contents
Make sure that the package contains the following items. Please
contact your distributor, if any of the listed items is damaged or missing.
The figures are for demonstration only. The actual items may differ in
appearance and quantity from the depicted.
NVR
Installation Guide
Installation Guide
Mounting Brackets, Screws
and Rubber Feet
Power Cord, HDD Power
Cables, HDD Data Cables
Mouse
2.2 Safety Precautions
To avoid any device damage and bodily injury caused by improper use,
you should observe the following rules.
■Safety Precautions
■Keep the power off during the installation.
■Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure that the wrist strap
has a good skin contact and is well grounded.
■Use only the power cord provided with the device.
■Make sure that the supply voltage matches the specifications indicated
on the rear panel of the device.
■Ensure that the device is installed in a well-ventilated environment and
its ventilation hole is not blocked.
■Do not open or remove the cover of the device.
■Before cleaning the device, cut off the power supply. Do not clean it by
the waterish cloth, and never use any other liquid cleaning method.

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■Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
■Site Requirements
Temperature/Humidity
Keep the equipment room at an appropriate level of temperature and
humidity. Too much or too little humidity may lead to bad insulation,
leakage of electricity, mechanical property changes, and corrosion.
High temperatures may accelerate aging of the insulation materials,
significantly shortening the service life of the device.
Clearness
The dust accumulated on the device can be absorbed by static electricity
and result in poor contact of metal contact points. Some measures have
been taken for the device to prevent static electricity, but too strong
static electricity can cause deadly damage to the electronic elements on
the internal circuit board. To avoid the effect of static electricity on the
operation of the device, attach much importance to the following items:
■Dust the device regularly, and keep the indoor air clean.
■Keep the device well grounded and ensure that the static electricity has
been transferred.
Electromagnetic Interference
Electronic elements including capacitance and inductance on the device
can be affected by external interferences, such as conducted emission

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by capacitance coupling, inductance coupling, and impedance coupling.
To decrease the interferences, make sure to take the following measures:
■Use the power supply that can effectively filter interference from the
power grid.
■Keep the device far from high-frequency and strong-current devices
such as radio transmitting station.
■Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary.
Lightning Protection
Extremely high voltage currents can be produced instantly when
lightning occurs and the air in the electric discharge path can be instantly
heated up to 20,000 °C. As this instant current is strong enough to
damage electronic devices, more effective lightning protection measures
should be taken.
■Ensure that the rack and the device are well earthed.
■Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground.
■Keep a reasonable cabling system and avoid induced lightning.
■Use the signal SPD (Surge Protective Device) when wiring outdoor.
Note:
For detailed lightning protection measures, go to https://www.tp-link.com/
support, search the model number of your product and go to the product Support
web page, refer to the Lightning Protection Guide from the Related Documents:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/conguration-guides/lightning_protection_guide/.
Installation Site
When installing the device on a rack or a flat workbench, attach much
importance to the following items:

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■The rack or workbench is flat, stable, and sturdy enough to support the
weight of 5.5 kg at least.
■The rack or workbench has a good ventilation system. The equipment
room is well ventilated.
■The rack is well grounded. Keep the device less than 1.5 meters away
from the power socket.
2.3 Installation Tools
■Phillips screwdriver
■ESD-preventive wrist wrap
■Cables
Note:
These tools are not included with our product. If needed, you can purchase them
separately.
2.4 Hard Drive Installation
It is recommended to use the HDD of surveillance or enter-prise level.
Before installation, please disconnect the power from the network video
recorder (NVR).
1. Remove the fixing screws on the side and back panels to open the
cover of the NVR.
2. Choose the right size to install hard disk drive (HDD). Both 3.5-inch
HDD and 2.5-inch HDD are supported.

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3.5inch
HDD
2.5inch
HDD
3. Match the screws on the HDD with the holes on the NVR. Here we take
3.5-inch HDD as an example. Up to 2 HDDs can be mounted at a time.
4. Connect one end of the power cable and data cable to the hard drive,
and the other end to the NVR.

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5. Replace the cover and fasten the screws of the NVR.
2.5 Product Installation
■Desktop Installation
To install the device on the desktop, follow the steps:
1. Set the device on a flat surface which is strong enough to support the
entire weight of the device with all fittings.
2. Remove the adhesive backing papers from the rubber feet.
3. Turnover the device and attach the supplied rubber feet to the
recessed areas on the bottom at each corner of the device.

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■Rack Installation
To install the device in an EIA standard-sized, 19-inch rack, follow the
instructions described below:
1. Check the efficiency of the grounding system and the stability of the
rack.
2. Secure the supplied rack-mounting brackets to each side of the device
with supplied screws, as illustrated in the following figure.
3. After the brackets are attached to the device, use suitable screws
(not provided) to secure the brackets to the rack, as illustrated in the
following figure.

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Chapter 3 Hardware Connection
Follow the steps below to complete the hardware connection.
*Only PoE NVRs have PoE ports to power PoE IPCs.
Monitor
Network Device
(e.g. Router, Switch)
or
Mouse
PoE IPCs
1. Connect your monitor to the HDMI or VGA port according to the
connection port it supports.
2. Connect your monitor to a power source and turn it on.
3. Connect the LAN port of the NVR to a network device with an Ethernet
cable.
4. Connect the provided USB Mouse to the USB Interface of the NVR.
Note:
■If you want to turn off the NVR after installing the hard drive, right click on the
Live View screen and click the Power button on Main Menu of your monitor. Do
not unplug it directly.
■The input voltage should match the power requirements of the NVR.
■The buzzer on the NVR may be triggered when no hard drive is installed or
the hard drive in the NVR hasn’t been initialized. You can turn it off in Event-
Exception Detection-Disk Exception.

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Chapter 4 Configuration
NVR can add and manage cameras in batches.
* Here we use TP-Link cameras as an example. For other camera brands,
please refer to their User Manuals to add the cameras.
Step 1. Connect your cameras to the same network as your NVR.
Step 2. Follow the instructions to finish Quick Setup.
1. Create a login password for the NVR and a preset password for your
unset cameras.
Note: Enter an email address for resetting the password of NVR or
cameras.
2. Click Auto Initialize and the NVR will automatically find and add the
cameras in your network.
Note: If you don’t want to use Auto Initialize, click Manually Initialize and
follow the Setup Wizard to add cameras in your network and complete
the setup.
Step 3. Right click on the Live View screen to open the Main Menu for
management.
(Optional) Step 4. Bind your NVR to a TP-Link ID for remote access
and management.
1. Right click on the Live View screen and click Settings.
2. Click Cloud Services on the top, enter your TP-Link ID and password,
and click Bind.
Note:
Make sure your NVR can get access to the internet before binding.
■If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, sign up first.
■If your NVR fails to connect to the internet, please refer to FAQ-Q3.
■For more instructions, please refer to the NVR’s User Guide.

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If you want to add a camera after Quick Setup, please follow the steps
below:
1. Right click on the Live View screen and click Add Camera.
2. Select a camera and click + to add your camera directly. If you have
disabled Plug and Play on your NVR, please create a password or use
the preset password for your unset camera.
Note:
■The password preset for cameras in Quick Setup will be applied to your
unset cameras.
■If your cameras have been activated, use the previous passwords to add and
manage the cameras.
■If you can’t find your camera, refer to FAQ-Q2.
More Management Methods
You can add and manage your devices via any of the methods below.
■Method 1: Via the TP-Link VIGI App
Remotely view live video, manage NVR, and get instant alerts.
1. Download and install the latest TP-Link VIGI app.
or
2. Open the app and log in with your TP-Link ID. If you don’t have an
account, sign up first.
3. Tap the + button on the top right and follow the app instructions to add
your NVR.
■Method 2: Via a Web Browser
View live video and modify NVR settings via a web browser.
1. Find the NVR's IP address on your router’s client page.
2. On your local computer, open a web browser and enter https://NVR’s
IP address (https://192.168.0.240 by default).
3. Select your Country/Region and Time Zone.

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4. Set a password to activate the NVR.
Done. You can manage and change NVR settings, and add cameras on
the web manag ement page.
■Method 3: Via the VIGI Security Manager (Windows only)
View live video and modify NVR settings on your computer.
1. Download the VIGI Security Manager on your computer at https://
www.tp-link.com/support/download/vigi-security-manager/.
2. Install the VIGI Security Manager and open it.
3. NVR on the same network as your computer can be automatically
discovered. Go to Settings > Discovered Devices, click Add, and follow
the instructions to add your NVR.

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Appendix FAQ
Q1. What should I do if I forget the login password of my NVR?
1. Click Forgot Password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset
the password.
2. Remove the cover, then press and hold the Reset button inside the NVR for over 3
seconds. The NVR will restore to the factory settings. Then follow Quick Setup to
create a login password.
Q2. What can I do if no cameras are found?
1. Refresh to discover your cameras again.
2. Make sure the cameras are powered on.
3. Make sure your cameras and NVR or computer are in the same network.
4. Try to add your cameras manually.
Q3. What can I do if my NVR fails to connect to the Internet??
1. Check if the internet is working properly.
2. Make sure your NVR is in the same network segment as your network devices, or
select Auto as the mode to configure the NVR to obtain a dynamic IP address. For
more details, please refer to the NVR’s User Guide.
If you have more questions, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/
faq/2850/.

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Safety Information
This device is restricted to indoor use only.
• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of
this product. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
• Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a
battery, that can result in an explosion.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward. Install it at stable places, and prevent it
from falling.
• The plug on the power supply cord is used as the disconnect device the socket-outlet shall
be easily accessible.
• The power adapter must be used indoors. Make sure that the temperature of the power
adapter is within 0-40°C.
This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
CAUTION!
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
*Some devices may be incompatible, such as wireless mouse.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot
guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use
this product with care and operate at your own risk.
CAUTION!
Avoid replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard.
Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a
battery, that can result in an explosion.
Do not leave a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can
result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
Do not leave a battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion
or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
EU Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and
(EU)2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/

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UK Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical
Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/
ukca/
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