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.