Night Owl Optics Zeus-DVR5, Zeus-DVR10 User Manual
Rev. 110301
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FCC RADIATION NORM:.................................................................................................................................................2
PACKAGE CONTENTS:..................................................................................................................................................3
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:............................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTION:.................................................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 1: DVR FEATURES........................................................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING HARD DISK DRIVE.............................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3: LAYOUT.....................................................................................................................................................8
3.1 FRONT PANEL (PLEASE REFER TO ACTUAL PRODUCT FOR DETAIL)..............................................................................8
3.2 REAR PANEL (PLEASE SEE ACTUAL PRODUCT FOR DETAIL) ........................................................................................9
3.3 REMOTE CONTROL..................................................................................................................................................10
3.4 MOUSE OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................11
CHAPTER 4: DVR/CAMERA INSTALLATION..............................................................................................................12
4.1 CONNECTING THE DVR TO A TV OR MONITOR..........................................................................................................12
4.2 CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY...........................................................................................................................12
4.3 CONNECTING THE CAMERAS....................................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 5: DVR START UP.......................................................................................................................................13
5.1 SYSTEM INITIALIZATION ...........................................................................................................................................13
5.2 MAIN INTERFACE.....................................................................................................................................................13
CHAPTER 6: DVR MENU AND OPTIONS ....................................................................................................................14
6.1 MAIN MENU PREVIEW..............................................................................................................................................15
6.2 MAIN MENU ............................................................................................................................................................16
6.2.1 Recording Functions ..................................................................................................................................16
6.2.1.1 Record Setup......................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.2.1.2 Motion ....................................................................................................................................................................17
6.2.1.3 Alarm......................................................................................................................................................................17
6.2.2 Playback.......................................................................................................................................................18
6.2.3 Network Setup – Intranet (Internal Access)..............................................................................................20
6.2.4 Network Setup – Global Access (Connected Directly to Modem)..........................................................21
6.2.5 Network Setup – Global Access (Connected through a Router or Firewall).........................................23
6.2.6 Port Forwarding...........................................................................................................................................24
6.2.7 Viewing your NightOwl DVR over the Internet (UPNP)............................................................................24
6.2.8 Accessing the DVR through Internet Explorer Browser (IE):.................................................................25
6.2.9 Mobile Setup................................................................................................................................................27
6.2.10 Mobile Phone and Tablet PC Access ......................................................................................................27
6.2.11 E-Mail Setup...............................................................................................................................................38
6.2.12 Camera .......................................................................................................................................................38
6.2.12.1 Camera Setup...................................................................................................................................................... 38
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6.2.12.2 PTZ .......................................................................................................................................................................39
6.2.13 System........................................................................................................................................................39
5.2.13.1 Date/Time.............................................................................................................................................................39
6.2.13.2 Password............................................................................................................................................................. 39
6.2.13.3 Language............................................................................................................................................................. 40
6.2.13.4 Hard Drive............................................................................................................................................................40
6.2.13.5 Video .................................................................................................................................................................... 41
6.2.13.6 System Maintenance........................................................................................................................................... 41
6.2.13.7 Info........................................................................................................................................................................41
6.3 LOCK......................................................................................................................................................................41
6.4 VIEW OPTIONS........................................................................................................................................................41
6.5 PTZ CONTROL........................................................................................................................................................42
6.5.1 Cruise Setup ................................................................................................................................................42
6.6 PIP MODE........................................................................................................................... ..................................42
6.7 PLAYBACK..............................................................................................................................................................42
6.8 MUTE .....................................................................................................................................................................42
6.9 START ROTATE.......................................................................................................................................................42
6.10 START CRUISE......................................................................................................................................................42
CHAPTER 7: NET-VIEWER PROGRAM.......................................................................................................................43
7.1 LOG-IN TO NET-VIEWER ..........................................................................................................................................43
7.2 MAIN INTERFACE OF NET-VIEWER............................................................................................................................44
7.2.1 Menu column ...............................................................................................................................................44
7.2.1.1 Live.........................................................................................................................................................................44
7.2.1.2 Playback.................................................................................................................................................................44
7.2.1.3. Remote Setting..................................................................................................................................................... 45
7.2.1.4. Local Setting......................................................................................................................................................... 45
7.2.1.5 Log out................................................................................................................................................................... 45
7.2.2 Play Control .................................................................................................................................................46
7.2.3 PTZ Control..................................................................................................................................................46
7.2.4 Remote Backup ...........................................................................................................................................46
7.2.5 Multi Player File format...............................................................................................................................47
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FCC RADIATION NORM:
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for Class B digital device pursuant
to Part 15 of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
FCC Compliance Statement
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency interference in
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy,
and if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to
try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected to.
CAUTION!
The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that changes or modifications to the unit
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS:
Your new Security Camera and DVR Kit will ship with the following items.
Zeus-DVR Zeus-DVR5
Zeus-DVR10
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
Please be sure the computer that you install the included software with complies with the following
specifications:
- IBM PCs or 100% Compatibles
- Windows® XP, Vista, 7
- Internet Explorer 7 or Newer Web Browser Software
- CD-ROM Drive (for software installation)
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SAFETY INSTRUCTION:
1. Use proper power source.
Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than specified voltage
(100-240V AC).
2. Never insert any metal into the DVR or any openings.
Putting metal into the DVR case can cause danger of electric shock.
3. Do not operate in wet or dusty area.
Avoid places like a damp basement or dusty hallway.
4. Do not expose this product to rain or use near water.
If this product accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact technical support immediately.
5. Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
To clean the outside case of the DVR, use a lightly dampened cloth (no solvents). Do not
use any cleaning solutions or cleaner.
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6. Provide proper ventilation.
Use in well ventilated area to avoid overheating of the device.
7. Do not attempt to remove the top cover.
If any abnormal operation is observed, unplug it immediately and contact technical support.
Warning: You may be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the
DVR.
8. Handle DVR box carefully.
If you accidentally drop your DVR on any hard surface, it may cause a malfunction. If the
DVR doesn’t work properly due to physical damage, contact an authorized dealer for repair
or exchange.
9. Recommended to use with UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply)
Connecting your DVR and cameras to a UPS allows continue operation even during power
outages. The duration of power out usage time depends on types of UPS used.
10. Make sure there is good air circulation around the unit.
This DVR system uses a hard drive for video storage, which generates heat during
operation. Do not block air holes/vents (bottom, upper, sides and back) of the DVR that
reduce the generated heat while the system is running. Install or place this product in a well
ventilated area.
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CHAPTER 1: DVR FEATURES
Other Features：
• H.264 compression
• Real time recording on 16 channels
• USB Backup to flash drive
• Triplex operation: view, record, playback simultaneously
• Security Certified Hard Drive pre-installed
• Easy control with USB mouse
• Instant viewing using Windows
Blackberry® OS 5, and Android®
• Internet Remote Functions*: View, Search & Playback, Backup and Setup
• Email alerts with JPEG attachment
• Microsoft Windows
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XP, Vista, and 7 compatible
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Mobile™, Symbian® S60 Version 3 & 5, iPhone®,
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CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING HARD DISK DRIVE
If you have purchased a Digital Video Recorder (DVR) with pre-installed Hard Disk Drive (HDD),
please skip to Chapter 3. Opening DVRs with pre-installed HDD will void the warranty. To install
Hard Disk Drive to the DVR, please follow the instruction below:
1. Remove the 8 case screws located on the back and two sides of the DVR.
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2. Locate the SATA Power and Data cables in your DVR.
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3. Connect the SATA Power and Data cables to the back of your Hard Disk Drive.
4. Mount the Hard Disk to your DVR using the included mounting screws.
5. Place the DVR cover back onto the DVR.
6. Use the 8 case screws removed from step 1 to mount the DVR Case to the DVR.
WARNING: The DVR case must be secured to the DVR using all 8 mounting screws. Operating
the DVR without the cover is extremely dangerous. It may cause severe injury and will void the
warranty.
7. Once your Hard Disk(s) is installed successfully, please go to section 6.2.13.4 (HDD
Management) of this manual to format the Hard Disk. The Hard Disk must be formatted before it
can be used.
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CHAPTER 3: LAYOUT
3.1 Front Panel (Please refer to actual product for detail)
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Buttons /
Item
Marks Functions
Indicators
If the “Green” indicator is on the system is
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Power indicator
PWR
properly powered
When the “Red” indicator flashes it means
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HDD indicator
HDD
the hard drive is being used.
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IR Receiver
REC
STOP
Remote control signal receiver
Start Manual recording
Stop Playback; stop manual recording
PLAY
Play
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PAUSE/FRAME
Pause / play frame by frame
Press to switch the display between
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Display Mode
Sixteen, Nine, Quad, and single channel
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MENU/ESC
Enter into main menu or exit menu
Move up
Move Left / Rewind
Select Button, press to enter pop up menu /
Navigation
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Change to PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) control
Buttons
mode
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Numeric Buttons
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Move Right / Play Forward
Move Down
Press to switch between channels
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3.2 Rear Panel (Please see actual product for detail)
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Item Physical
Connection method
ports
1 Video inputs Connect CH1-16 ( BNC interface)
2 Video outputs Connect to monitor inputs ( BNC interface)
3 Audio input 1 4 Channel (BNC interface for Channel 1~4)
4 Audio Outputs Audio Signal Outputs to amplifier or audio equipments
( BNC interface)
5 Audio input 2 12 Channel (for Channel 5~16, included interface cable
required)
6 Ethernet Port Connect intranet, internet (RJ45 interface)
7 Multi I/O Output Port for Pan Tilt Zoom, Alarm and Sensors
8 Power Switch Switch the DVR ON or OFF
9 HDMI Connect to Monitor with HDMI input port
10 VGA Connect to monitors with VGA input port
USB Ports Connect USB mouse to the top port. Bottom USB port is
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for USB Data Devices for backup or system update.
12 Power Port Connect power supply - DC12V 5A
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3.3 Remote Control
The remote control is the secondary input device for navigating the system’s interface.
To use the remote control:
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REC Start Recording Manually
SEARCH Turns Search Menu
2x2 Change Display into 2x2 (Quad) mode
3x3 Change Display into 3x3 (NINE) mode
4x4 Change Display into 4x4 (SIXTEEN) mode
AUTO
0-9 Channel Select
Put display in preset display sequence in
Video/Audio Setup Menu
DISPLAY
MODE
Press to rotate between different display
modes
Navigation
Press to navigate in option menus
Buttons
Enter Press to go into sub menu
MENU/ESC Open menu or go back to previous menu
FWD Forward
REW Rewind
PLAY Play
STOP Stop
PAUSE/
Press to pause or play frame by frame
FRAME
SLOW Play in Slow motion
Z+ Z- Zoom in and out when in PTZ control
F+ F- Adjust Focus when in PTZ control
I+ I- Change the Iris point in PTZ control
PTZ Open PTZ control
LOCK Put DVR in lock mode
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3.4 Mouse Operation
You can use a mouse instead of the front panel buttons or remote control to navigate the
operation of your DVR
The mouse is the primary input device for navigating system menus.
To use a mouse with the system:
1. Connect a USB mouse to the Top USB MOUSE port on back panel of the system.
NOTE: Only the bottom USB port on the back panel is designed for data backup to a
USB flash drive. Do not connect a USB flash drive to the top USB port on the rear panel.
2. Use the mouse buttons to perform the following:
a. Left-Button: Click to select a menu option; during live viewing in split-screen,
double-click on a channel to view the selected channel in full-screen; double-click
the channel again to return to split-screen view
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b. Right-Button: Click to open the Sub-Menu, or click to return to previous option
menu.
3. Scroll-Wheel: No function
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Chapter 4: DVR/Camera installation
4.1 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor
Using the supplied BNC to RCA connector
1. Connect the BNC to RCA connector to the back of the DVR labeled Video Output (refer to
Chapter 2.2, Rear Panel Picture)
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an open RCA VIDEO input on your TV or Monitor
3. Select the appropriate video input on your TV or Monitor to view the DVR
NOTE: Your DVR must be powered on so you can view on your TV or Monitor.
4.2 Connecting the Power Supply
1. Plug the provided power supply into the back of the DVR labeled “DC12V”
2. Plug the other end of the power Adapter into any 110V outlet within your home or business.
NOTE: Connecting your DVR and Cameras power source into a UPS or battery backup system will
provide you recorded coverage after power failures. Time depends on type of UPS used.
NOTE: Ensure the cable is pushed all the way into the power supply. Otherwise the DVR will not
power on!!
4.3 Connecting the Cameras
NOTE: Prior to mounting the cameras to their desired destination, please ensure all cameras are
working. Perform these steps near the DVR. Once all cameras are up and running, then you can lay
the cables and mount the cameras to their desired location.
1. Each NightOwl camera comes with 60ft. of cable per camera. Using one cable per camera,
plug each BNC connector of the camera into the 60ft cable.
2. Plug the other end of the cables into the back of the DVR labeled “CH1 thru CH16”
3. Connect power to the DC jacks of the cameras.
4. Plug the camera adapters into any 110V outlet or UPS.
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CHAPTER 5: DVR START UP
5.1 System Initialization
After connecting the power adapter and turning on the power, the system will boot-up and start
initializing.
5.2 Main Interface
After initialization, the main interface will load. When there are
video inputs, the interface will display live images from the
cameras. In the main interface, if you use the mouse to
double-click the live image of any channel, the image will be
maximized to full screen, by double-clicking again, the display
will return to multiple channel mode displaying image from
multiple cameras; clicking the right button of the mouse, will
load the Pop-up Menu; by clicking the left button of the mouse
to select options; when clicking any area outside the menu, you
will close the Pop-up menu.
USING THE ONSCREEN DISPLAY
Use the system’s graphical onscreen display to navigate menus and configure options and settings.
1. Date & Time: Displays the date and time on the system.
2. Channel Title: Displays the customizable name for the channel.
3. Record Status: Displays the current recording status of the system: R=Normal recording;
M=motion recording; H=
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Channel number: Displays channel number.
HDD problem; and I=Alarm recording.
NOTE: By default, passwords are disabled on the system. You do not need to enter a
password when accessing any system menus. However, for security purposes, it is highly
recommended to enable passwords on the system using the Password Menu.
For details, see “Managing Passwords”
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CHAPTER 6: DVR MENU AND OPTIONS
Mouse Only
When using the mouse, use the Sub-Menu to access several system options, including the
Main Menu.
To open the Sub-Menu, Right-click anywhere onscreen to open Sub-Menu.
MAIN MENU: Opens the main system menu
Lock: Password protect access to menu and options
View Options: Change between different viewing options
PTZ: Opens the PTZ control menu
PIP: Choose between showing one or two small pictures within
the main display picture.
Playback: Open the Search Menu to view recorded video
Mute On: Select to mute audio
START ROTATE: Start sequential display
START CRUISE: PTZ cruise settings.
To close the Sub-Menu, click anywhere onscreen.
Using the Virtual Keyboard – Mouse Only
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When using the mouse, you can input certain values using the onscreen virtual keyboard.
You will need to use the Virtual Keyboard when entering your User ID and Password.
To use the Virtual Keyboard:
1. Click on an option or field, such as the User ID and
Password fields.
2. Click 0~9 to enter the desired digit.
3. Click to switch between numerals, upper and
lowercase letters, and other characters (only for
certain options)
4. Click
to Backspace/Delete.
NOTE: The buttons will turn from orange to white
when you select the button with the mouse cursor.
5. Click
to enter/confirm and close the Virtual
Keyboard.
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