QUICK SETUP GUIDE Home & Business SECURITY SYSTEMS
What’s in the Box Package Contents DISCLAIMER: The exact components of your system, images and quantities may vary depending on your model number. While these may vary, this QSG will address the setup and initial configuration of your DVR and cameras. DVR 60 ft. Video/Power Cables (1 cable per camera) DVR Power Adapter (x1) Camera(s) Power Splitter(s) (1 per 4 cameras) Camera Power Adapter(s) (1 per 4 cameras) 6 ft. HDMI (x1) 6 ft.
Product Overview 6 DVR Rear View VGA VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT HDMI 1 2 3 AUDIO IN 4 5 LAN / USB RS485 POWER 12V 7 8 9 Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly. An 8 channel model is displayed above. 1 Video Inputs – Allows for the connection of BNC cameras. 2 Audio Output – Allows for the connection of an amplified speaker using an RCA connector. 3 HDMI Output – Allows for the video connection.
Connecting Your System HDMI NOTE: Monitor is required for initial setup. To view cameras, TV/Monitor must be tuned to the same Input the HDMI is plugged into. 1 Plug included HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the back of the DVR. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the back of the TV or Monitor. ETHERNET USB 3 2 Plug the USB mouse into the USB port on the back of the DVR. 4 Plug the included Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back of the DVR.
FROM Camera TO Camera NOTE: Audio enabled cameras will have a white RCA connector to transmit audio signal (Optional). 6 Connect the ends of the cable attached to the camera to the ends of a video/power cable labeled TO CAMERA ONLY. NOTE: Make sure you twist and lock BNC connectors. 7 Connect the BNC connector of the video/power cable labeled TO DVR ONLY to an open video input on the DVR.
Booting Up for the First Time Startup Wizard 1 When you power on the DVR you will be prompted with the following screen. Please follow the instructions to complete the Startup Wizard. Important… Please Read 2 On the Password Creation screen, please note the following: Admin Account Creation By default, the username will be admin. It must remain admin upon your initial account configuration. However, you may add additional users at a later time.
3 When you reach the Camera / Channel Settings screen, you will want to have installed the cameras in their final position. Please make sure you have mounted cameras at least 7ft. above the ground and angled them slightly down. At this stage of the Startup Wizard, you will be instructed on adjusting the camera sensitivity and setting the Motion Detection Area. Having your cameras in their final position will be key.
Creating Additional Users within the DVR The admin of the DVR has more privileges than standard users. When configuring your system for remote viewing, we strongly recommend not giving more than one (1) Smart Device admin access. Up to three (3) users can remotely view the DVR simultaneously. If there are multiple users who will be viewing the DVR on their Smart Device, we encourage the admin to create additional users at the DVR level.
Using Night Owl Connect Download and Install Application 1 Download the app from the App Store or Google Play Store and install the application on your device. NOTE: Setup is the same for Smartphone and Tablet. 2 Create an account using an email address for the username and a password between 6–20 characters. 3 After completing the account setup and verification process, sign into the app and tap the “+” symbol to add a device.
Connecting and Adding your Device NOTE: When adding a new device, it may take 5–10 minutes before you begin receiving notifications. A device can be added to the Night Owl Connect App by using the application’s Smart Auto Detection or through a QR Code Setup. With Smart Auto Detection, your DVR will automatically be detected by the Night Owl Connect software, making connecting easy! To use this preferred method, ensure your Smart Device and DVR are both on the same network.
Using Night Owl Connect 5 On the Device Login screen, enter the login information for the DVR (Remember, the DVR login and Night Owl Connect App login are different). The DVR username is admin by default. If you are not the admin, login with your username credentials. admin is case sensitive (all lowercase). The password will be the same password you created during the Startup Wizard and should be stored in your QSG.
App Overview 11 Live View Add Device Account Displays real-time footage of your system. Add connected devices to your DVR and access your footage. Manage account settings, add a shared device, and change password.
Using Night Owl Connect CMS Software Access your DVR from any computer, anywhere! Live View Playback Device Manager Viewing live video, controlling PTZ functionality and setting image parameters. View system recordings and images and save them directly to your PC or Mac®. Add and configure available DVRs and cameras on your network. Night Owl Connect CMS Software The Night Owl Connect Control Management Software (CMS) allows you to view your Night Owl Security system remotely from a PC or Mac®.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs 1. Does my DVR have to be connected to the Internet? Your DVR does not require an Internet connection for basic operation, but you will need to connect the DVR to your router to remotely view your system on a PC/Mac® or Smart Device. 2. Does my DVR have to be connected to a TV or monitor? For initial setup, you will need to connect your DVR to a TV or monitor.
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Need Help? For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more: Please refer to the sticker located on top of the device for steps on how to access your product’s support material. NEED SUPPORT? 1. Please visit www.NightOwlSP.com 2. Click Support on the top of the homepage. 3. Type WXYZ in the top right search bar. With the use of your Night Owl App, scan now for remote viewing on your Smart Device Contact Us PHONE (English, Spanish & French) EMAIL Technical Support 1.866.390.
