Ubiquiti UniFi NVR User manual

Video Camera
Network Video Recorder
with 500 GB Hard Drive
Model: UVC-NVR

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks™UniFi® NVR.
This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through the
installation of the UniFiNVR and show you how to configure
the UniFi Video Controller using the UniFi Video Setup Wizard.
This Quick Start Guide also includes the warranty terms.
The UniFi Video User Guide is available for download at
downloads.ubnt.com/unifivideo
Package Contents
UniFi NVR Vertical Support Stand
Power Adapter
(19V, 3.42A)
Power Cord
Video Camera
Network Video Recorder
with 500 GB Hard Drive
Model: UVC-NVR
Magnetic Rubber Feet
(Qty. 4)
Quick Start Guide
TERMS OF USE: All Ethernet cabling runs must use CAT5 (or above). It is the customer’s
responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency
channels, output power, indoor cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency Selection
(DFS) requirements.

Hardware Overview
Back Panel
10/100/1000
Ethernet
Unused
Power
Unused
Front Panel
Reset Button
Power Button
Unused
Interface Description
Power Button
Powers ON or OFF the UniFi NVR.
• Power ON Press the Power button
to turn on the UniFi NVR and start all
services.
• Soft Power OFF Briefly press the Power
button to stop all services and safely shut
down the UniFi NVR.
• Hard Power OFF Press and hold the
Power button to immediately turn off the
UniFi NVR.
Reset Button
Resets the UniFi NVR to factory defaults.
The UniFi NVR must be fully booted and
running. Press and hold the Reset button
for about 10 seconds. The UniFi NVR will
automatically reboot with default settings.
WARNING: Resetting the UniFi NVR erases all recordings
and configuration settings.

Hardware Installation
The small form factor of the UniFi NVR allows it to be placed
vertically or horizontally on any flat surface.
Vertical Placement
Place the UniFi NVR in the narrow opening of the Vertical
Support Stand.

Horizontal Placement
Place the four Magnetic Rubber Feet on the bottom of the
UniFiNVR case.

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Connecting the UniFi NVR
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your LAN to the Ethernet
port.
2. Connect the Power Adapter to the Power port.

3. Connect the Power Cord to the Power Adapter. Connect the
other end of the Power Cord to a power outlet.
Accessing the UniFi NVR Configuration Portal
The UniFi NVR Configuration Portal is accessed by using a web
browser. There are multiple ways to access the portal:
• Ubiquiti Device Discovery Tool For users with a
DHCP‑enabled LAN.
• Direct Connection to UniFi NVR Configure the UniFi NVR
by connecting it directly to your computer via Ethernet.
Ubiquiti Device Discovery Tool
If it is not already installed, download the Ubiquiti Device
Discovery Tool (v2.3.1) at www.ubnt.com/download#app
1. Press the Power button on the UniFi NVR, and wait about
one minute for it to fully boot up and start all services.
2. Launch the Ubiquiti Device Discovery Tool.

3. A list of Ubiquiti devices on the network will appear. Locate
UVC-NVR under Product Name and double‑click it.
4. Click Web UI on the right.
5. Go to Configuring the UniFi Video Controller.

Direct Connection to the UniFi NVR
1. Connect the Ethernet cable from the UniFi NVR directly to
your computer.
2. Press the Power button on the UniFi NVR, and wait about
one minute for it to fully boot up and start all services.
3. Configure the Ethernet adapter on your computer with a
static IP address on the 192.168.1.x subnet.
4. Launch a web browser and type http:// 192.168.1.30 in
the address field. Press enter (PC) or return (Mac).

Configuring the UniFi Video Controller
1. The UniFi Video Configuration Portal will appear in your
browser. Click UniFi Video Controller.
Note: Advanced configuration options, such as network
settings, may be accessed in Device Configuration.
2. The UniFi Video license agreement appears on initial
launch. Click I agree to accept the terms and continue.

3. The UniFi Video Setup Wizard will appear:
a. Enter a system name for the NVR.
b. Select your preferred language.
c. Specify your time zone.
d. Click Next.
4. Enter an administrator email address, name, and password
to use when accessing the UniFi Video Controller Interface.
Confirm your password. Click Next.

5. Choose one of the following:
• To set up this UniFi NVR as a new controller, select
Create as new Controller. Click Next.
• To link this UniFi NVR to an existing UniFi Video
Controller, click Detect Controllers and select the
Controller from the drop‑down list. Click Next.
6. Review your settings. Click Finish to save your settings, or
click Back to make changes. When finished, the UniFi Video
Controller Interface will launch.

7. The UniFi Video login screen will appear. Enter the email
address and password that you created, and click Login.
For detailed information on using the UniFi Video software,
download the UniFi Video User Guide at:
documentation.ubnt.com/unifivideo

Specifications
UniFi NVR
Dimensions 135 x 190 x 25 mm (5.31 x 7.48 x 0.98")
Weight 483 g (17 oz)
Processor Intel D2550
Memory 4 GB
Hard Drive Capacity 500 GB
Networking Interface (1) 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port
Power Supply 65W, 19V, 3.42A
Certications FCC, CE, IC
UniFi Video Software Specications
Software Browser‑Based Interface, Tablets and
Smartphones Supported
System Setup Plug‑and‑Play Installation,
Automatic Camera Detection
Camera Support Recommended for up to 20 UniFi Video Cameras
Supports up to 50
Supported Devices Operating Systems: Windows, Apple, and Linux
Browsers: Chrome, Internet Explorer 10 (or above),
Firefox, and Safari
Smartphones: iPhone and Android
Media Format MP4 (H.264/AAC)
Scheduling Day/Time/Camera
Scheduled Video Recording/Motion Detection/
Email Alerts
Views Custom Views of Multiple Cameras
Full Screen Capability

Safety Notices
1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can
be submerged by water.
WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from
lightning.
Electrical Safety Information
1. Compliance is required with respect to voltage, frequency, and current
requirements indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a
different power source than those specified may result in improper
operation, damage to the equipment or pose a fire hazard if the
limitations are not followed.
2. There are no operator serviceable parts inside this equipment. Service
should be provided only by a qualified service technician.
3. This equipment is provided with a detachable power cord which has
an integral safety ground wire intended for connection to a grounded
safety outlet.
a. Do not substitute the power cord with one that is not the provided
approved type. Never use an adapter plug to connect to a 2‑wire
outlet as this will defeat the continuity of the grounding wire.
b. The equipment requires the use of the ground wire as a part of the
safety certification, modification or misuse can provide a shock
hazard that can result in serious injury or death.
c. Contact a qualified electrician or the manufacturer if there
are questions about the installation prior to connecting the
equipment.
d. Protective earthing is provided by Listed AC adapter. Building
installation shall provide appropriate short‑circuit backup
protection.
e. Protective bonding must be installed in accordance with local
national wiring rules and regulations.

Limited Warranty
UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”) warrants that the
product(s) furnished hereunder (the “Product(s)”) shall be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date
of shipment by UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation.
UBIQUITI NETWORKS’ sole and exclusive obligation and liability under
the foregoing warranty shall be for UBIQUITI NETWORKS, at its discretion,
to repair or replace any Product that fails to conform to the above
warranty during the above warranty period. The expense of removal and
reinstallation of any Product is not included in this warranty. The warranty
period of any repaired or replaced Product shall not extend beyond its
original term.
Warranty Conditions
The above warranty does not apply if the Product:
(I) has been modified and/or altered, or an addition made thereto,
except by Ubiquiti Networks, or Ubiquiti Networks’ authorized
representatives, or as approved by Ubiquiti Networks in writing;
(II) has been painted, rebranded or physically modified in any way;
(III) has been damaged due to errors or defects in cabling;
(IV) has been subjected to misuse, abuse, negligence, abnormal
physical, electromagnetic or electrical stress, including lightning
strikes, or accident;
(V) has been damaged or impaired as a result of using third party
firmware;
(VI) has no original Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any other original
Ubiquiti label(s); or
(VII) has not been received by Ubiquiti within 30 days of issuance of
the RMA.
In addition, the above warranty shall apply only if: the product has been
properly installed and used at all times in accordance, and in all material
respects, with the applicable Product documentation; all Ethernet cabling
runs use CAT5 (or above), and for outdoor installations, shielded Ethernet
cabling is used, and for indoor installations, indoor cabling requirements
are followed.
Returns
No Products will be accepted for replacement or repair without obtaining
a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from UBIQUITI NETWORKS
during the warranty period, and the Products being received at UBIQUITI
NETWORKS’ facility freight prepaid in accordance with the RMA process of
UBIQUITI NETWORKS. Products returned without an RMA number will not
be processed and will be returned freight collect or subject to disposal.
Information on the RMA process and obtaining an RMA number can be
found at: www.ubnt.com/support/warranty.

Disclaimer
EXCEPT FOR ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN, UBIQUITI
NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES, AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY DATA,
SERVICE, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE PROVIDERS HEREBY DISCLAIM
AND MAKE NO OTHER REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
REPRESENTATIONS, GUARANTEES, OR WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
ACCURACY, QUALITY OF SERVICE OR RESULTS, AVAILABILITY,
SATISFACTORY QUALITY, LACK OF VIRUSES, QUIET ENJOYMENT, FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON‑INFRINGEMENT AND ANY
WARRANTIES ARISING FROM ANY COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE OR
TRADE PRACTICE IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.
BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NEITHER UBIQUITI NETWORKS NOR
ITS THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS CONTROL BUYER’S EQUIPMENT OR THE
TRANSFER OF DATA OVER COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, INCLUDING
THE INTERNET, AND THAT THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MAY BE
SUBJECT TO LIMITATIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS
AND OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS
FACILITIES. UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD
PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INTERRUPTIONS,
DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS, DELIVERY FAILURES, DATA LOSS, CONTENT
CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY
OF THE FOREGOING. In addition, UBIQUITI NETWORKS does not warrant
that the operation of the Products will be error‑free or that operation will
be uninterrupted. In no event shall UBIQUITI NETWORKS be responsible
for damages or claims of any nature or description relating to system
performance, including coverage, buyer’s selection of products (including
the Products) for buyer’s application and/or failure of products (including
the Products) to meet government or regulatory requirements.
Limitation of Liability
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL
UBIQUITI OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES
(INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST DATA, OR DOWNTIME COSTS), ARISING
OUT OF THE USE, INABILITY TO USE, OR THE RESULTS OF USE OF THE
PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED IN WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHER
LEGAL THEORY, AND WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.

Note
Some countries, states and provinces do not allow exclusions of implied
warranties or conditions, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
You may have other rights that vary from country to country, state to
state, or province to province. Some countries, states and provinces do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. EXCEPT TO
THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THESE WARRANTY TERMS DO
NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MODIFY, AND ARE IN ADDITION TO, THE
MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE LICENSE OF ANY
SOFTWARE (EMBEDDED IN THE PRODUCT) TO YOU. The United Nations
Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply
to any transactions regarding the sale of the Products.
Compliance
FCC
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional
radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.

Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES‑3(B).
This device complies with Industry Canada licence‑exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est confrome à la norme NMB‑3(B)
Canada.
Cet appareil est conforme à la norme RSS Industrie Canada exempts de
licence norme(s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions
suivantes:
1. Cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et
2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les
interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du
dispositif.
Australia and New Zealand
Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures.
CE Marking
CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all
directives that are applicable to it.

RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement
English
European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing
this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed
of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this
product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste
streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and
electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help
prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human
health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old
equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Deutsch
Die Europäische Richtlinie 2002/96/EC verlangt, dass technische
Ausrüstung, die direkt am Gerät und/oder an der Verpackung mit diesem
Symbol versehen ist, nicht zusammen mit unsortiertem Gemeindeabfall
entsorgt werden darf. Das Symbol weist darauf hin, dass das Produkt
von regulärem Haushaltmüll getrennt entsorgt werden sollte. Es
liegt in Ihrer Verantwortung, dieses Gerät und andere elektrische
und elektronische Geräte über die dafür zuständigen und von der
Regierung oder örtlichen Behörden dazu bestimmten Sammelstellen zu
entsorgen. Ordnungsgemäßes Entsorgen und Recyceln trägt dazu bei,
potentielle negative Folgen für Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit
zu vermeiden. Wenn Sie weitere Informationen zur Entsorgung Ihrer
Altgeräte benötigen, wenden Sie sich bitte an die örtlichen Behörden oder
städtischen Entsorgungsdienste oder an den Händler, bei dem Sie das
Produkt erworben haben.