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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 Camera(s) 60 ft. Video/Power Cables (1 cable per camera) Power Splitter(s) (1 per 4 cameras) 6 ft. HDMI (x1) DVR Power Adapter (x1) Camera Power Adapter(s) (1 per 4 cameras) 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 – Video inputs allow for the connection of BNC cameras. 2 Audio Output – Audio output allows for the connection of an amplified speaker using an RCA connector. 3 HDMI Output – HDMI output allows for the video connection.
Connecting Your System DISCLAIMER: Not all DVR’s include cameras. The following steps include instructions for camera installation. HDMI 1 Plug included HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the back of the DVR. 2 Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the back of the TV or monitor. NOTE: To view cameras, TV/Monitor must be tuned to the same Input the HDMI is plugged into. USB 3 ETHERNET Plug the USB mouse into the USB port on the back of the DVR.
FROM Camera TO Camera NOTE: Make sure you twist and lock BNC connectors. 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. 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. NOTE: The infrared sensor works best for “side to side” movement across the cameras field of view as opposed to movement directly to or away from the camera.
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.
Night Owl X & Night Owl X HD Mobile Apps Night Owl fits right in with your mobile lifestyle by allowing you to remotely monitor your home or business. Our free and exclusive Night Owl X app for iOS® and Android™ phones and Night Owl X HD for iOS® and Android™ tablets are available in the App Store and Google Play Store. NOTE: To ensure the best customer experience make sure you download the correct app for your device.
Using Night Owl X Download and Install Application 1 Download the appropriate app from the App Store or Google Play Store and install the application on your device. NOTE: Use correct app for compatibility. Smartphone: Night Owl X Tablet: Night Owl X HD NOTE: Account Setup is the same for phone and tablet. 2 Create an account using an email address for the username and a password between 6–20 characters. This account allows the user to login to Night Owl X and Night Owl X HD.
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 X 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 X software, making connecting easy! To use this preferred method, ensure your Smart Device and DVR are both on the same network.
Using Night Owl X Login to your App 5 On the Device Login screen, enter the login information for the DVR (Remember, the DVR login and Night Owl X app login are different). The DVR username is admin by default. If you are not the admin, login with your username credentials. If you do not have a username and password, please contact the admin and have them create one for you using the instructions on page 7 of this QSG. admin is case sensitive (all lowercase).
App Overview Live View Displays real-time footage of your system. Settings Display connected devices, change view layout, view favorites, manage accounts and access the help section. Playback View recordings & images and save them to your phone’s album. Notifications Manage custom Push Notifications.
Using Night Owl X CMS Software Access your DVR from any computer, anywhere! Live View Viewing live video, controlling PTZ functionality and setting image parameters. Playback View system recordings and images and save them directly to your PC or Mac®. Device Manager Add and configure available DVRs and cameras on your network. Night Owl X CMS Software The Night Owl X 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 in order 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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