Network Video Recorders
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Manual Version: V1.00
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CAUTION!
The default password is used for your first login. To ensure account
security, please change the password after your first login. You are
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Safety and Compliance Information
Safety Symbols
The symbols in the following table may be found on installation-related
equipment. Be aware of the situations indicated and take necessary
safety precautions during equipment installation and maintenance.
Symbol
Description
Generic alarm symbol: To suggest a general safety
concern.
ESD protection symbol: To suggest
electrostatic-sensitive equipment.
Electric shock symbol: To suggest a danger of high
voltage.
The symbols in the following table may be found in this manual.
Carefully follow the instructions indicated by the symbols to avoid
hazardous situations and use the product properly.
Symbol
Description
WARNING!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in bodily injury or death.
CAUTION!
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could
result in damage, data loss or malfunction to
product.
NOTE!
Indicates useful or supplemental information
about the use of product.
Safety Information
Installation and removal of the unit and its accessories must be carried
out by qualified personnel. Please read all of the safety instructions
below before installation and operation.
This device is a class A product and may cause radio interference.
Take measures if necessary.
While shipping, the device should be packed in its original packing.
Verify that installation is correct. Incorrect cable connection may
cause personal injury or device damage.
The installation must be made by qualified personnel and should
conform to all the local codes.
If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer.
Never attempt to disassemble the device yourself. We shall not
assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized
repair or maintenance.
Ensure a proper operating environment, including temperature,
humidity, ventilation and power supply. Make sure the device is
properly grounded and the lightning protection meets
requirements. Keep the device from moisture, dust, strong
electromagnetic radiation and vibration.
Power down the device before connecting and disconnecting
accessories and peripherals.
Protect the power cable from being stepped on or pressed,
particularly at the plug, receptacle, and the part leading out of the
device.
Strictly follow the procedure to shut down the device. Sudden
power failures can cause disk damage and functional abnormalities.
In an environment where power supply is frequently interrupted,
use an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS).
Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in hazard of
explosion. Use the manufacturer recommended battery.
Take necessary measures to ensure data security and protect the
device from network attack and hacking (when connected to
Internet). Possible risks and consequences are at user's sole
discretion.
WARNING!
Never look at the transmit laser while the power is on. Never look
directly at the fiber ports and the fiber cable ends when they are
powered on.
Use of controls or adjustments to the performance or procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser
emissions.
Regulatory Compliance
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation 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.
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
LVD/EMC Directive
This product complies with the European Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
WEEE Directive–2002/96/EC
The product this manual refers to is covered by the Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and must be disposed of in a
responsible manner.
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Contents
1 Installation ........................................................................................... 1
Hard Disk Installation .................................................................................... 1
Installation Without a Mounting Plate ................................................. 1
Installation with a Mounting Plate ....................................................... 4
Mounting the NVR ........................................................................................ 7
2 Appearance and Connection ................................................................. 8
Front Panel .................................................................................................... 9
Rear Panel ................................................................................................... 13
Connection .................................................................................................. 16
3 Startup and Shutdown ........................................................................ 16
Before Startup ............................................................................................. 16
Startup ........................................................................................................ 16
Shutdown .................................................................................................... 17
4 Setup ................................................................................................. 17
Wizard ......................................................................................................... 17
Adding an IP Device .................................................................................... 18
Preview ....................................................................................................... 18
Preview Window Toolbar ................................................................... 18
Preview Status Icons ........................................................................... 19
Shortcut Menu .................................................................................... 20
Scheduled Recording .................................................................................. 21
Playback ...................................................................................................... 22
Accessing Through the Web ....................................................................... 22
5 FAQs .................................................................................................. 23
6 Technical Specifications ...................................................................... 23
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1 Installation
The figures in this manual are for reference only and may be different
from the actual device.
You need a Phillips screwdriver (#1 or #2) to complete the installation.
Hard Disk Installation
CAUTION!
Disconnect power from the device before you start installation. Wear
antistatic gloves during installation.
Installation Without a Mounting Plate
This section is intended for NVRs with one or two disks. The following
takes an NVR with two disks as an example.
1. Loosen the screws on the rear panel and remove the cover.
2. Insert the screws and tighten the screws halfway.
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3. Connect the data cable to the hard disk.
4. Connect the power cable to the hard disk.
5. Align the screws on the hard disk with the screw holes on the
bottom plate and then attach the hard disk.
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6. Slide the hard disk into position on the bottom plate as indicated
in the figure below.
7. Secure the hard disk by fixing the screws on the bottom plate.
8. Connect data cables and power cables to the motherboard.
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9. Repeat the above steps to install another disk.
10. Replace the cover and fix the screws. Do not place cables on the
hard disk(s).
Installation with a Mounting Plate
This section is intended for NVRs with four or eight disks. A mounting
plate is delivered with the device.
The following takes an NVR with four disks as an example.
1. Loosen the two screws on the rear panel.
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2. Remove the cover.
3. Remove the two screws that secure the hard disk mounting plate
on both sides and then take out the mounting plate.
4. Install the hard disks one by one on the mounting plate.
5. Put the mounting plate back into the device and secure it.
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6. Connect the hard disks and motherboard with data cables and
power cables, and arrange the cables appropriately.
7. Replace the cover.
8. Fix the two screws on the rear panel.
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NOTE!
After removing the cover with the rear panel facing toward you, you see
the disk data cable connectors (disks) arranged in the following order:
Two disks:
Four or eight disks:
Mounting the NVR
Allow at least 30 cm at the front and back sides and at least 10 cm at
the left and right sides of the NVR for heat dissipation. If the NVR is
mounted in a cabinet, allow at least one rack unit (RU) of space (1.75
inches or 4.45 cm) on top and bottom.
Workbench mount
Place the NVR on a clean and solid workbench. If protection pads are
delivered with your NVR, use the protection pads to minimize vibration
and improve heat dissipation.
Disk 2
Disk 1
Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk N
...
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CAUTION!
Do not stack other devices on your NVR or put anything heavy on it.
Otherwise, heat dissipation may be affected.
Keep your NVR away from any vibration source; for example, an
electric generator. Do not expose your NVR to direct strong airflow
as from an air conditioner or electric fan.
Cabinet mount
NOTE!
Make sure the cabinet has slide rails or a tray installed to hold the
NVR. Do not use only mounting ears to hold the NVR.
1. Attach a rack-mounting ear to the NVR and secure it with two
M4×6 screws.
2. Install the other rack-mounting ear in the same way.
1: Screw (4 pcs)
2: Ellipse hole
3: Rack-mounting ear
3. Place the NVR on the slide rails and then push it into place. Secure
the rack-mounting ears to the cabinet with nuts and screws.
2 Appearance and Connection
The following figures are for reference only and may be different from
the actual device.
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Front Panel
Figure 2-1 NVR with 1 or 2 Disks
Figure 2-2 NVR with 4 Disks
Table 2-1 LED Indicators
LED
Color
Status
Description
RUN
(Operation)
Blue
Steady on
The NVR is operating properly.
Blinking
The NVR is starting up.
Off
The NVR is shut down.
NET
(Network)
Blue
Steady on
The NVR is connected to
network.
Off
The NVR is not connected to
network.
HD
(Hard disk)
Red
Steady on
No hard disk is installed; or at
least one disk is in abnormal
condition.
Blinking
Data is being read or written.
Off
The disk is in normal status
but no data is being read
or written; or the NVR is shut
down.
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Table 2-2 Front Panel Buttons
Button
Description
Display the main menu.
Switch to the next tab on the screen or switch the
input method.
Auxiliary function button.
Exit the current window.
/ / / : Switch windows or menu items; or
control rotation directions of a PTZ
camera when the PTZ toolbar is closed.
/ : Rewind or forward 30 seconds in full
screen mode.
/ : Variable-speed forward or rewind.
Confirm an operation; or start or pause the
playback.
When logged in, press and hold this button for
around 3 seconds till a confirmation message
appears on the monitor. Click Yes to shut down the
NVR.
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Figure 2-3 NVR with 8 Disks
Table 2-3 LED Indicators
LED
Color
Status
Description
PWR
(Power)
Blue
Steady on
The power is normal.
Off
The power is off.
RUN
(Operation)
Blue
Steady on
The NVR is operating
properly.
Blinking
The NVR is starting up.
Off
The NVR is shut down.
NET
(Network)
Blue
Steady on
The NVR is connected to
network.
Off
The NVR is not connected to
network.
GUARD
(Arming)
Blue
Steady on
Arming is enabled.
Off
Arming is disabled; or the
NVR is shut down.
IR
Blue
Steady on
The NVR is selected and is
ready for remote control.
Blinking
Device code is being
authenticated.
Off
The NVR is not selected and
cannot be controlled
remotely.
HD
(Hard disk)
Red
Steady on
No hard disk is installed; or at
least one disk is in abnormal
condition.
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LED
Color
Status
Description
Blinking
Data is being read or written.
Off
The disk is in normal status
but no data is being read
or written; or the NVR is shut
down.
ALM
(Alarm)
Red
Steady on
An alarm has occurred.
Off
The NVR is operating properly
and no alarm has occurred.
Table 2-4 Front Panel Buttons
Button
Description
When logged in, press and hold this button for
around 3 seconds till a confirmation message
appears on the monitor. Click Yes to shut down
the NVR.
Enter 1; or display the main menu.
Enter 2, A, B, or C; or start instant playback.
Enter 3, D, E, or F; or start manual recording.
Enter 4, G, H, or I; or enter the PTZ control
interface.
Enter 5, J, K, or L; or switch the screen layout in
preview or playback mode.
Enter 6, M, N, or O; or enable or disable arming.
Enter 7, P, Q, R, or S; or take a snapshot.
Enter 8, T, U, or V.
Enter 9, W, X, Y, or Z.
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Button
Description
Enter 0 or a space.
Delete
Switch the input method.
Auxiliary function button.
Exit the current window.
Switch to the next tab.
/ / / : Switch windows or menu items;
or control rotation direction of a PTZ
camera when the PTZ toolbar is closed.
/ : Rewind or forward 30 seconds in full
screen mode.
/ : Variable-speed forward or rewind.
: Confirm an operation, or start or pause
playback.
Rear Panel
The interfaces on the rear panel may vary with device model. The
following figures are for reference only and may be different from the
actual device.
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Figure 2-4 NVR with 1 or 2 Disks
Figure 2-5 NVR with PoE Ports and 1 or 2 Disks
Grounding
terminal
Power on/off
VGA output
Ethernet
Audio output
Audio input
DC power
USB
HDMI output
Power on/off
Audio output
DC power
PoE port
Audio input
Ethernet
VGA output
HDMI output
USB
Grounding terminal
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Figure 2-6 NVR with 4 Disks
Figure 2-7 NVR with 8 Disks
NOTE!
The RS232 interface is for debugging and maintenance purposes. The
Ethernet interface is for network connection. Please use these interfaces
properly.
HDMI output
Ethernet
Audio output
Audio input
VGA output
USB
DC power
Power on/off
Grounding
terminal
Alarm input
Alarm output
RS485
Alarm input
Power input
USB
Alarm output
Power on/off
Grounding terminal
Ethernet
HDMI output
VGA output
Audio output/input
RS485
RS232
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Connection
The following figure takes a model with PoE ports as an example. A PoE
port can be used to transfer data and meanwhile provide DC power for
a connected IP camera that also supports PoE.
3 Startup and Shutdown
Before Startup
To avoid the risks of personal injury and device damage, make sure the
following requirements are met before connecting your NVR to power:
The NVR is properly mounted.
Nothing is placed on the NVR.
All cables are correctly connected.
The power conforms to specifications.
Startup
Connect the NVR to power and then turn on the power switch.
Audio input
Audio output
Analog
monitor
Mouse
IPC
IP network
Digital
monitor
DC power
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Shutdown
CAUTION!
Do not disconnect power directly while the NVR is running or shutting
down. A sudden power failure may damage the NVR.
Shut down by pressing the power button
Press and hold the power button on the front panel for at least three
seconds till a confirmation message appears on the monitor. Click Yes
to shut down the system.
Shut down through the system interface
Click Menu > Shutdown > Shutdown and then click Yes to confirm the
operation.
4 Setup
Wizard
The wizard can guide you to complete the most basic configuration.
After the NVR starts up, choose a system language and then follow
the wizard to complete the setup.
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CAUTION!
The default password 123456 is intended only for your first login. To
ensure account security, please change the password immediately after
login.
Adding an IP Device
Make sure the IP device is connected to your NVR through network.
1. Click Menu > Camera > Camera.
2. Click for the desired IP device to add it.
NOTE!
To search a specified network segment, click Search.
Normally, all the IP devices discovered can be added, and
appears in the Status column to indicate that a device is added
successfully. In the case of a failure, check network connection and
verify that the username and password for the IP device are correct.
To modify the username and password for an IP device, click .
Preview
Preview Window Toolbar
A toolbar appears (see below) when you click in a preview window.
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Table 4-1 Preview Window Toolbar Buttons
Button
Name
Description
PTZ Control
Click to display the PTZ control panel for a
PTZ camera.
Manual
Recording
Click to start recording live video to the NVR.
The button turns into when recording is
started. To stop recording, click .
Instant
Playback
Click to start playing the recording in the last
5 minutes and 30 seconds.
Zoom
Click to zoom in on a certain area of the
image.
Image
Config
Click to change the mode and adjust image
settings. Image parameters can also be
configured under Menu > Camera > Image.
Manual
Capture
Click to take a snapshot.
To view or back up a snapshot, click Menu >
Backup > Image.
Camera
Info
Place the mouse cursor on it for live video
information.
Start Talk
Click to start two-way audio with a remote
device connected to the NVR. To stop, click
.
Switch
Camera
Click to link another camera to the
current window.
Exit
Click to quit the toolbar.
Preview Status Icons
The following icons are used to indicate alarms, recording status, and
two-way audio status in a preview window.
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Table 4-2 Preview Status Icon Description
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Tampering alarm
Recording
Motion detection
alarm
Two-way audio
Shortcut Menu
A shortcut menu appears (see figure in table below) when you
right-click in a preview window.
Table 4-3 Shortcut Menu Description
Menu
Description
Screenshot
Single Screen
Select the desired camera
for live video in full screen.
Multi-Screen
Select the desired screen
layout.
Corridor
Click to view video in
corridor mode in a variety
of windows.
Previous Screen
Next Screen
Switch to the previous or
next screen.
Start
Auto-Switch
Stop
Auto-Switch
Start or stop auto-switching
one or multiple
preview windows.
Playback
Display the
playback window.
Menu
Display the main menu.
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Scheduled Recording
1. Click Menu > Storage > Recording. Select the desired camera
from the drop-down list, select Enable Schedule, and then click
Edit.
2. Set recording period(s) and select a recording type. Review the
settings and then click OK.
NOTE!
If you select a recording type under Event, you need to first enable the
corresponding alarm function and configure alarm-triggered recording.
3. Click OK to complete the configuration.
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Playback
1. Right-click anywhere in the preview window and then choose
Playback from the shortcut menu.
2. Select the desired camera and then double-click the desired date
to start playback.
Accessing Through the Web
Check that your PC and NVR are connected through network.
1. Open a Web browser on your PC and visit the IP address of your
NVR (192.168.0.30 by default). For your first login, you may need
to install a plug-in as prompted. Close all Web browsers when the
installation starts.
2. In the login dialog box, enter the correct username and password
and then click Login. The default username is admin and
password is 123456.
3. Configure your NVR as required after you are logged in.
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CAUTION!
The default password is intended only for your first login. To ensure
account security, please change the password immediately after login.
5 FAQs
1. Why an added camera appears offline?
Log in to the Web interface of the NVR, click Settings > Maintenance >
Camera, and you will find the cause in the Status column. Common
causes include network connection issues and incorrect username and
password for the camera. Act accordingly and then try again.
2. How to export diagnostic information from the NVR?
Log in to the Web interface, click Settings > Maintenance >
Maintenance, click Export next to Diagnostic Info, and then follow the
steps to download the diagnostic information.
6 Technical Specifications
Refer to the datasheets for more technical specifications.
Table 6-1 Specifications for NVR with 1 Hard Disk
Item
Description
Dimensions
(W × D × H)
Height: 1U
360.0 mm × 254.3 mm × 43.6 mm (with front
panel) (14.2"×10.0"×1.7")
Weight
(without disk)
< 1.5 kg (3.31 lb)
Power
Device without PoE ports: 12 V DC, < 2A
Device with PoE ports (4-ch): 48 V DC, < 1.25A
Device with PoE ports (8-ch): 52 V DC, < 1.8A
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Item
Description
Maximum power
consumption
(with disk)
Device without PoE ports: < 24W
Device with PoE ports (4-ch): < 60W
Device with PoE ports (8-ch): < 93.6W
Operating
temperature
–10°C to +55°C (14°F to 131°F)
Operating
humidity
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
–60 m to +5000 m (-196.85 ft to 16,404.2 ft)
Table 6-2 Specifications for NVR with 2 Hard Disks
Item
Description
Dimensions
(W × D × H)
Height: 1U
360.0 mm × 254.3 mm × 43.6 mm (with front
panel) (14.2"×10.0"×1.7")
Weight
(without disk)
<1.5 kg (3.31 lb)
Power
PoE models: 52 V DC, <1.8 A
Other models: 12 V DC, <2 A
Maximum power
consumption
(with disks)
PoE models: <93.6 W
Other models: <24 W
Operating
temperature
–10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F)
Operating
humidity
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
–60 m to +5000 m (-196.85 ft to 16,404.2 ft)
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Table 6-3 Specifications for NVR with 4 Hard Disks
Item
Description
Dimensions
(W × D × H)
Height: 1U
440.0 mm × 341 mm × 44 mm (with front
panel)
(17.3"×13.43"×1.73")
Weight
Without disk: <3 kg (6.6 lb)
With disks: <6 kg (13.2 lb)
Power
12 V DC, 5 A
Maximum power
consumption
Without disk: 6 W
With disks: 34 W
Operating
temperature
–10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F)
Operating
humidity
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
–60 m to +5000 m (-196.85 ft to 16,404.2 ft)
Table 6-4 Specifications for NVR with 8 Hard Disks
Item
Description
Dimensions
(W × D × H)
Height: 2U
442.0 mm × 421 mm × 86.1 mm (with front
panel)
(17.4"×16.57"×3.39")
Weight
Without disk: <5.5 kg (12.13 lb)
With disks: <11 kg (24.25 lb)
Power
100V to 240V AC, with power switch
Maximum power
consumption
(without disk)
20 W
Operating
temperature
–10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F)
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Item
Description
Operating
humidity
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
–60 m to +5000 m (-196.85 ft to 16,404.2 ft)
BOM: 3101C0C6
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