ZMODO ZM-KW1001-1TB User manual

HD WiFi Camera NVR Kit
Quick Start Guide

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HDD Installation
Make sure that your NVR is powered off and unplugged
from the power source. Loosen the screws from the
cover panel on the bottom of the NVR and remove the
panel.
Slide the cover off and connect the SATA power and
data cables from the NVR to the corresponding ports
on your HDD.
Once connected, place the HDD and cables into the
NVR. Cover the HDD with the rubber buffer so that the
NVR is secure.
Slide the cover panel and fasten it onto the NVR using
the screws from step 1.
If your system does not include a pre-installed HDD, you
can purchase your own and follow the steps below for
installation. Make sure you purchase a 2.5” HDD optimized
for always-on read/write surveillance, e.g. low-power WD
AV-25 hard drives.

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Camera
Power Supply
Display
NVR
Wireless Router
This quick start guide will help you configure your NVR kit for initial use. Follow the steps below to connect your NVR system.
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Connecting your system
Note: Image may vary for your specific NVR model.
Connect the NVR to the included power adapter and plug it into a nearby power outlet.
Connect the NVR to an empty network port on the WiFi router that you will connect your cameras to. You may use the provided
Ethernet cable.
(Optional) You can connect an external monitor to view your NVR locally. Use the HDMI port (cable not included) to connect
the NVR to your local display. Follow the diagram to finish connecting your system.
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Note: There will be no password when you first use your NVR. However, we strongly recommend that you set a password after you configure your NVR. Set a password
by going to the Main Menu > General Settings > Account Settings.

Safety Requirements
Place your NVR in a well-ventilated area.
Do not place any objects on top of your NVR.
Try to keep your NVR in a cool operating temperature.
Do NOT move or shake the NVR while operating, or
else the hard drive will be damaged.
Use a surge protector to protect the NVR from shortages.
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Use only the provided power adapters with your products.
If water or any liquid comes into contact with the NVR,
unplug it immediately and contact Zmodo support.
Your NVR may have encountered an error. Try restarting the
NVR. If the problem still persists, please contact Zmodo
Support.
The hard drive is not working properly or no hard drive was
detected.
The NVR is reading the hard drive.
The NVR is powered on. No light means the NVR is off.
Three LED Indicators will tell you the status of your NVR.
Please refer to the chart for specific details.
Blinking blue
Solid green
Solid red
Blinking red
NVR Status Light Indicator

We are constantly working to improve our product and app. Please visit
www.zmodo.com/support for updated instructions, manuals, and more.
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Before you perform any permanent installation, make sure
you complete the mobile setup to configure your cameras
and NVR kit. ® TM You will need to use an iOS or Android
mobile device for setup.
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Mobile Setup
Before you begin:
Plug in and power on all cameras near your router for
initial setup. Fasten the antennas (if applicable) onto the
cameras. You can relocate the cameras after you
complete the Mobile Setup.
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Make sure that you have a strong WiFi connection at the
location of your cameras. Visit www.zmodo.com/support
for advice on improving your WiFi signal range.
Make sure you know the SSID (WiFi network name) and
password of the 2.4GHz WPA/WPA2 WiFi network that
you want your camera to connect to. Your network cannot
be hidden.
Make sure your network has at least 1Mbps(for 720P
device)/2Mbps (for 1080P device )upload speed for each
camera to view and "N" (the number of the cameras in the
kit)+1 Mbps(for 720P device)/2*"N"(the number of the
cameras in the kit)+2 Mbps (for 1080P device ) upload
speed when using the Zmodo Cloud Service for the kit.
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Download and install the “Zmodo” app from Google Play
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or the App Store (compatibility: iOS 7.0+ or Android
4.0+). Launch the app and sign up for a free Zmodo
account. All of your devices will be bound to this account.

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Select the “Zink” connection method
to connect your WiFi NVR Kit. Your
WiFi NVR Kit will be added to your
Zmodo account.
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This device can be set up with a Zmodo Beam. If you own a
Beam, please follow the instructions in your Beam quick guide
to connect your device instead.
Connectwith
Beam
1Log in and press in the upper
right corner. Select "Add Device".
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Tap to proceed (Since you are
configuring a NVR kit,the number of
devices shall be the number of your
cameras "N"+1, the"1" means the
NVR. For example, if you are
configuring a NVR kit with 4
cameras, the number of devices is
5. ).
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5Select the network named “ZMD_SAP”
and connect to it.
Note: If you see a "No Internet Connection" error
message, please ignore it and connect anyway.
Follow the on-screen instructions and
select “Tap here to begin setup” to go
to the WiFi settings page on your
smartphone.
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7If you see this screen, the app will
connect your WiFi NVR Kit to your
WiFi network. This may take a few
minutes. Once it’s completed, please
skip to step 11.
If you do not see this screen, please
proceed to step 8.
Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you
will need to wait for the app to find and connect all
devices.
8If this app interface appears, please
press “Tap here to select WiFi”.
ZMD_SAP
Return to the Zmodo app page and
select or enter the SSID and password
of the WiFi network that you want your
cameras to connect to.
Note: The WiFi name and password are case-
sensitive.
Tap to proceed.
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10 The app will automatically search for
your WiFi NVR Kit and connect it to
the WiFi network. This may take a
few minutes.
Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you
will need to wait for the app to find and connect
all devices.
9Select the WiFi network that your WiFi
NVR Kit will connect to, and connect
to it. Return to the Zmodo app once
your mobile device is connected to
the WiFi network.
Name your NVR and set a password
for each device. Tap to proceed.
Note: The password provides an additional layer
of security for your devices. You will not need to
use this password when accessing your devices
from the Zmodo app. It is not required, but it is
highly recommended.
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Mounting your cameras
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Installation Requirements & Tips:
If you’re installing your cameras outdoors, all wired
connections must be weatherproofed.
Make sure that your cameras are within range of your
WiFi network. Make sure the network of the location
where you install each camera has at least 1Mbps(for
720P device)/2Mbps (for 1080P device )upload speed
and 2Mbps(for 720P device)/4Mbps (for 1080P device )
upload speed when using the Zmodo Cloud Service.
Before installing the cameras, carefully plan where and
how they will be positioned, and how you will route the
wiring that connects your cameras to the power
adapters.
Try to avoid WiFi signal interference from concrete,
cement, and metal as much as possible. Do not place
cameras in a location where these materials stand
between your cameras and your WiFi router.
12 Your cameras have been
successfully configured! Your
cameras will be automatically
grouped together in the Device List.
Once you have configured all
cameras, you can unplug your
cameras and begin mounting.

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Unplug and power off the cameras that have been
configured in Section 3.
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Line the camera bracket against the wall where you
would like to install the cameras, and mark the
appropriate holes. Drill three holes slightly smaller than
the wall anchors and use a hammer to gently insert the
anchors into the wall. Fasten the three screws through
the holes on the bracket and into the anchors as shown.
Note: Depending on the camera model that you purchased, the camera
bracket may or may not be fastened onto the camera when first removed
from factory packaging.
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(image may vary for your specific camera model)
If you have a lot of obstacles between your camera and
the WiFi router, the transmission range will be greatly
reduced. In order to increase the range, you may
purchase a WiFi range extender to place near the
cameras. Please visit for other www.zmodo.com/support
tips on improving your WiFi signal range.

Connect the supplied power adapter to the power port
on the camera, and plug the adapter into a nearby
power outlet. Repeat steps 1-4 for all cameras in your
camera kit.
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(image may vary for your specific camera model)
Fasten the bracket to the camera. You will be able to
adjust the camera position using the adjustable camera
bracket. Position the camera for an optimal viewing
angle, and tighten the bracket.
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(image may vary for your specific camera model)
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5Recording and Viewing Options
Recording Options
Record continuously and store footage on our secure
cloud servers.
Create and save video clips from your recordings.
Access your footage and clips at any time from any
location.
Enjoy more smart features in the future!
This device is compatible with the upcoming cloud
services. Please visit for www.zmodo.com/support
release information and more updates. The cloud
service will allow you to:
All of your Zmodo devices will be bound to your Zmodo
user account. You can access your camera and other
TM
devices by using the Zmodo app with any Android or
®
iOS device. Just download the Zmodo app from
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Google Play or the App Store .
You can also access your devices from any web browser
with our web app. Visit and log in with user.zmodo.com
your Zmodo user account information.
Viewing Options

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Status Ring Definitions
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Blinking blue
The camera is connecting to the WiFi network. Please do
NOT turn off or unplug your camera at this time.
Blinking green
The camera is ready for setup.
The camera is powering on.
Solid green
The camera has successfully connected to the WiFi network.
Solid blue
If you were unable to connect your successfully:camera
Please make sure that you entered the network name
and password correctly. Note: Both are case-sensitive.
Make sure that you are connecting to a 2.4GHz
WPA/WPA2 WiFi network, and your network is not
hidden.
Your camera may have an LED light that indicates the
status of your camera. If it does, please refer to the
guide below:
You may need to improve your WiFi strength. Visit
www.zmodo.com/support for suggestions.

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Support
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select "Zmodo Support".
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