Table of Contents Chapter 1 FCC Radiation Norm .............................................................. 5 Chapter 2 Package Contents .................................................................. 6 Chapter 3 System Requirements ............................................................ 7 Chapter 4 Safety Instructions .................................................................. 8 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ....................................................................
Table of Contents 12.3 Language Menu .................................................................... 30 12.4 HDD Management Menu ...................................................... 31 12.5 Video Audio Setup Menu ...................................................... 32 12.6 Maintain Menu....................................................................... 33 12.6.1 Load Defaults Submenu ............................................ 34 12.6.2 Log Submenu .............................................
Table of Contents 17.2 Mobile Menu .......................................................................... 59 17.3 Email Menu ........................................................................... 60 Chapter 18 Remote Access .................................................................. 61 18.1 Connection of DVR and Router/Modem ............................... 62 18.2 Windows Network Configuration ........................................... 63 18.3 Apple (Mac) Network Configuration .............
Chapter 1 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.
Chapter 2 Package Contents Your new DVR Security Kit will contain the following items.
Chapter 3 System Requirements Please be sure the computer that you will use the LTE DVR Security Kit with complies with the following specifications: 7 IBM PCs or 100% Compatible Windows® XP, Vista, 7, and 8 Mac® OS 10.6 and above Internet Explorer 7, 8, 9 and 10 web brower Mac capabilities Safari 5.1 & 6.
Chapter 4 Safety Instructions Use provided power adapter. Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than specified voltage (100-240V AC). Never insert metal into the DVR case or its openings. Inserting metal into the DVR case may cause electric shock. Do not operate in wet or dusty area. Avoid placing the DVR in areas such as a damp basement or dusty attic. Do not expose the DVR to rain or use near water.
Chapter 4 Safety Instructions Do not attempt to remove the top cover. If any abnormal operation is observed, unplug the DVR immediately and contact technical support. Do not attempt to open the DVR to diagnose the cause of the malfunction yourself. (Warning: You may be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the DVR.) Handle the DVR carefully. If you accidentally drop your DVR on any hard surface, it may cause a malfunction.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting When a malfunction occurs, it may not be serious and can be corrected easily. The following information describes the most common problems with their solutions. Please refer to the following before calling Night Owl Technical Support.
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Chapter 6 Layout of DVR Components 6.
Chapter 6 Layout of DVR Components 6.
Chapter 6 Layout of DVR Components 6.3 Mouse You can use a mouse instead of the remote control to navigate through your DVR’s menus. Connect the included mouse to the USB port on the back panel of the DVR. Use the mouse buttons to perform the following: 1. 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. 2.
Chapter 6 Layout of DVR Components 6.4 Remote Control Use the remote control to navigate through the DVR’s menus.
Chapter 7 DVR Installation 7.1 Connecting the Power Supply 1. Plug the included power supply into the DVR. 2. Plug the other end of the power adapter cable into an available 110/220V wall outlet (or, if you are using an uninterruptable power supply, plug the adapter cable into one of its output sockets).
Chapter 7 DVR Installation 7.2 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’s Video Output port. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to an available RCA video input on your TV or monitor. 3. Select the appropriate video input channel on your TV or monitor to view the DVR.
Chapter 8 Camera Installation 8.1 Connecting Cameras to the DVR 1. Your DVR system comes with one 60 foot coaxial cable per camera. Connect each cable to a camera using the BNC connectors (yellow connector) and the DC connectors (red connector). 2. Plug the other end of the cables into the video input ports on the back panel of the DVR. 3. Connect the provided four-way power splitter cable into the DC connectors of the cables. 4. Plug the power splitter into the camera power supply. 5.
Chapter 8 Camera Installation 8.2 Mounting the Cameras 1. Choose a Position: Decide where you would like to mount the camera. 2. Screw Positions: Mark three holes on the surface where you plan to mount the camera, using the holes in the camera base as a guide. 3. Anchor Screws: Using a drill bit slightly smaller than the included screw anchors, drill into the mounting surface using the guide marks placed in the previous step. Insert the screw anchors. 4.
Chapter 9 DVR Start Up 9.1 System Initialization After connecting the power adapter, the system will automatically start up and display the Night Owl logo while initializing the system for use. After initialization, the view of your screen will change to a live camera view, showing all the cameras that are currently connected to the DVR. When there are video inputs, the main interface will display live images from the cameras.
Chapter 9 DVR Start Up 9.2 On-Screen Display The on-screen display will also show the following information. Date & Time: Displays the date and time on the system. Channel Title/Number: Displays the channel name, configurable in the Camera Menu. Record Status: Displays the current recording status of the system: R=Recording M=Motion Recording H= Hard Drive issue By default, passwords are disabled on the system.
Chapter 10 Quick Function Menu Use the Quick Function menu to access several system options, including the Main Menu. To open the quick function menu, right-click anywhere on the screen with the mouse or press the Menu button on the remote control. Main Menu: This opens the main system menu. This allows you to access the System Menu, Record Functions Menu, Playback Menu, Camera Menu, and Network Menu.
Chapter 11 Main Menu Use the Main Menu to access the System Menu, Record Functions Menu, Playback Menu, Camera Menu, and Network Menu. These menus will allow you to change the configurations of the DVR. To access the Main Menu using a mouse: 1. Right click anywhere on the screen to open the quick function menu. 2. Left click the Main Menu option. 3. Left click the menu icon in which you would like to configure. To access the Main Menu using the remote control: 1.
Chapter 12 System Menu System Menu Use this menu to access the Date/Time, Password, Language and Advance menus. Use the Advance menu to access the Hard Drive, A/V Setup, Maintain and Info Menus. Be sure to “Apply” all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved. You can also select the “Default” button on any page to restore back to DVR default settings.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.1 Time Setting Menu It is highly recommended to set up the Date and Time when first setting up your system. You can also configure Daylight Saving Time (DST) settings. To access the Time Setting menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Date/Time from the System menu. Date: Enter the current date. Date Format: Select the format you would like the date to be displayed in MM/DD/YY, YY-MM-DD, or DD/MM/YY. Time: Enter the current time.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.1.1 DST Setting Submenu The DST Setting Submenu is used to configure Daylight Saving Time settings. To access the DST Setting Submenu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Date/Time from the System menu. Select the DST Setting button in the Date and Time Menu. Daylight Saving Time: Enable/disable the DVR’s ability to use DST. Time Offset: Select the number of hours that your time is offset by DST.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.2 Password Menu Use this menu to change the user name, passwords, and permissions of the admin and the users from the User Setup menu. To access the User Setup menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Password from the System menu. NO.: This is the number of users that can be enabled. User: This will indicate the User’s name when configured. Type: This is the type of each user.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.2.1 User Password Setup Submenu Use this submenu to change the user names and passwords and to enable user names and passwords. To access the User Password Setup Submenu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Password from the System menu. Place a check mark into the box for the user you would like to edit and then select the Edit button. User Name: This will indicate what the current user type. User Enable: This will enable/disable the user.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.2.2 User Authority Submenu Use this submenu to grant the users access to specific menus of the DVR. To access the User Authority Submenu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Password from the System menu. Place a check mark into the box for the user you would like to grant access to and then select the Authority button. Place a check in each box for each menu you would like to grant access into. All: This will select all boxes for each menu.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.3 Language Menu Use this menu to change the displayed language the DVR’s menus. To access the Language Menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Language from the System menu. From the drop down menu, click on the language you prefer. You can choose between English, Spanish and French. Select Apply to save the changes and then Exit. When you exit, the DVR will automatically reboot to change the language settings.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.4 HDD Management Menu The HDD Management Menu shows the capacity, available recording time of the installed hard drive(s) (HD) and to configure the hard drive settings. To access the HDD menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advance from the System menu, then select Hard Drive. HDD Status: This shows if your HD is working (ok) or not working (no disk). Total/Free Space: This will show the total HD space and how much free space is on the HD.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.5 Video Audio Setup Menu Use the Video Audio Setup Menu to set the video system, monitor resolution, output device, rotation time and volume on the DVR. To access the Video Audio Setup Menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advance from the System menu, then select A/V Setup from the Advance menu. Video System: This option shouldn’t need to be adjusted. If you have a PAL television, select PAL from the drop-down menu.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.6 Maintain Menu Use the Maintain Menu to update the system’s firmware, restore factory default settings, and set an automatic system reboot schedule. To access the Maintain Menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advance from the System menu, then select Maintain from the Advance menu. Auto Maintain: With this option enabled, the DVR will reboot automatically on a specified schedule to help prevent system and hard drive failure and to preserve the life your DVR.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.6.1 Load Defaults Submenu Use this submenu to choose which menus that you would like to load factory defaults. To access this submenu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advance from the System menu. Select Maintain from the Advance menu, then select Load Defaults. Select each box next to the menu that you would like to restore defaults. Select the Select All button to restore the entire DVR’s default settings.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.6.2 Log Submenu Use this submenu to list all actions of the DVR. To access this submenu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advance from the System menu. Select Maintain from the Advance menu, then select Log. Log Type: This allows you to search for Operations Setup, Alarm Triggers or All actions of the DVR. Start Time: This will indicate the date that you would like to start the search on.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.7 Firmware Update Your system will periodically need a firmware update to ensure optimal performance. Visit www.NightOwlSP.com to check if updates are available for your system. To update firmware: 1. Download and Save the latest firmware update for your system from www.NightOwlSP.com to your desktop. 2. Once you have saved the firmware to your computer, insert an empty USB flash drive into the computer. 3.
Chapter 12 System Menu 12.8 System Information Menu This menu lists various pieces of information about the DVR system. It is recommended to leave the Device Name and Device ID fields at their default values. To access the System Information Menu select System from the Main Menu, and then select Advanced from the System menu, then select Info from the Advanced menu. Device Name: This represents the type of DVR’s name.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu Record Functions Menu Use this menu to access the Record Menu, Time Sechedule Submenu, Motion Menu, Motion Detection Mask Submenu, and the Alarm Menu. Be sure to “Apply” all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved. You can also select the “Default” button on any page to restore back to DVR default settings.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu 13.1 Record Menu The Record Menu allows you to create personalized settings to each individual video channel. To access the Record Menu select Record Functions from the Main Menu, and then Record from the Record Functions Menu. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Record: This will enable/disable recording on a channel. Quality: Set the recording quality to Good, Better, or Best. Resolution: Records at CIF (352x240) resolution.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu 13.1.1 Record Schedule Submenu Use this submenu to configure the recording schedule of the DVR. To access the Record Schedule Submenu, select Record Functions from the Main Menu. Select Record from the Record Functions Menu, and select the Schedule Setup button when Record Mode is set to Time Schedule. Channel: Select “All” to set one recording schedule for all channels, or select individual channels to set different recording schedules.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu 13.2 Motion Detect Menu The Motion Detect Menu allows you to configure the motion detection settings of the DVR. To access the Motion Detect Menu select Record Functions from the Main Menu, and then Motion from the Record Functions menu. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Motion Detect: This allows you to turn the motion detection settings enable/disable. It is recommended to keep these settings enabled to ensure that videos will be recorded.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu 13.2.1 Detection Area Submenu The Detection Area Submenu allows you to set the area where you want motion to be detected. To access the Detection Area Submenu select Record Functions from the Main Menu, and then Motion from the Record Functions menu. Select the “Setup” button to enter into the Detection Area Submenu. The video channel is separated into a boxed grid. Red squares indicate where motion will be detected to start recording videos.
Chapter 13 Record Functions Menu 13.3 Alarm Setup Menu Use this menu to configure the alarm, pre-recording and post recording settings. To access the Alarm Setup menu select Record Functions from the Main Menu, and then Alarm from the Record Functions menu. Buzzer: This will enable/disable a beeping sound from the DVR if alarms have been detected. MD Alarm: Select each box for each action that you would like to happen when motion has been detected.
Chapter 14 Playback Menu Use the Playback Menu to search and playback previously recorded files. To access the Record Search menu select Playback from the Main Menu. You can also access this menu by selecting Video Search from the Quick Function Menu. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Date: Enter the specific date in which you would like to see recorded videos. Search: Select this button when the specific date has been entered.
Chapter 14 Playback Menu 14.1 Playback Screen This is the screen you will see during the playback of any recorded videos. To access this screen you will need to search for videos in the Playback Menu and select a time that has recording. The buttons from left to right are as follows: This will rewind the recorded video. This will slow down the recorded video. This will play the recorded video. This will pause the recorded video. This will fast forward the recorded video.
Chapter 14 Playback Menu 14.2 Detail Files Submenu (Backup Files) Use the Detail Files Submenu to backup previously recorded files onto a USB drive. To access the Detail Files Submenu select Playback from the Main Menu and then File List located at the bottom of the Playback Menu. You can also access this menu by selecting Video Search from the Quick Function Menu and then File List located at the bottom of the Playback Menu. First: This button will take you to the first page of the list.
Chapter 15 Converting Files to AVI Converting the .246 files to AVI format allows you to playback the recorded files in most multimedia players. AVI conversion involves selecting a file, and then converting the file. Download and install the AVI Generator software from the included CD or from www.NightOwlSP.com. Launch the program and select Open to browse to the .264 recording you would like to convert and then select Open again.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu Use this menu to access the Camera Settings Menu, Color Setup Submenu, Privacy Zone Submenu, and PTZ Menu. Be sure to “Apply” all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved. You can also select the “Default” button on any page to restore back to DVR default settings.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.1 Camera Settings Menu Use the Camera Menu to customize channel titles, show/hide the date and time in live viewing and playback, and enable/disable channel images. To access the Camera Setting Menu select Camera from the Main Menu, and then select Camera Settings from the Camera menu. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Name: This field allows you to customize the name of the channel.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.1.1 Privacy Zone Submenu Use the Privacy Zone Submenu to mask certain areas of the screen. To access the Camera Setting Menu select Camera from the Main Menu, and then select Camera Settings from the Camera menu. Select the Privacy Zone button in the lower left corner. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Privacy Zone: This will enable/disable this setting. Mask Area Selection: Check the box, and select Mask Area Setup.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.1.2 Color Setup Submenu Use this menu to change the hue, brightness, contrast, and saturation color settings of each camera. To access the Camera Setting Menu select Camera from the Main Menu, select Camera Settings from the Camera menu, then select the color setup button. Hue: This adjusts the color of the image such as red, green, blue, and yellow. You can Adjust this from 0 to 63. Brightness: This adjusts the brightness of the image. You can Adjust this from 0 to 63.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.2 PTZ Menu Use the PTZ setup menu to configure settings for a connected PTZ camera (not included). To access the PTZ Setup menu select Camera from the Main Menu, and then select PTZ from the Camera menu. Please refer to the documentation of your PTZ camera for proper settings. Channel: Select the channel to make adjustments. Protocol: Select PELCO-D, or PELCO-P for the selected channel. Baud Rate: Select 1200, 2400, 4800, or 9600. Data Bit: Select 5, 6, 7, or 8.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.3 PTZ Quick Functions Use the PTZ Quick Functions to control a connected PTZ camera (not included). To access the PTZ Quick Functions right click anywhere on the screen with the mouse and then select PTZ, Cruise Setting or Start Cruise. Arrows: These will move the camera manually in the direction of the arrow. Zoom: The Z+ and Z– zooms the camera in and out. Focus: The F+ and F– focuses the camera to have a clear image.
Chapter 16 Camera Menu 16.3 PTZ Quick Functions Use the PTZ Quick Functions to control a connected PTZ camera (not included). To access the PTZ Quick Functions right click anywhere on the screen with the mouse and then select PTZ, or Start Cruise. This will allow you go to a specific preset point. This will allow you to select a set of specific preset points of a PTZ camera. 1. Select a camera you desire to set a preset point 2. Adjust the camera in a desired direction 3.
Chapter 17 Network Menu Use this menu to access the Internet/LAN Menu, DDNS Submenu, Mobile Menu, and Email Menu. This will explain the informaiton in each menu. Complete step by step instructions on how to connect your DVR to obtain online access can be found in Chapter 18 Remote Access. Be sure to “Apply” all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved. You can also select the “Default” button on any page to restore back to DVR default settings.
Chapter 17 Network Menu 17.1 Internet/LAN Menu Use this menu to configure the type of internet connection, the media and web ports, IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS and UPnP settings. To access this menu select Network from the Main Menu and then select Internet/LAN. TCP/IP Type: This gives you the option to choose from DHCP, PPPoE, or Static. o DHCP: (Default setting) This automatically populates the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS1 when the DVR is directly connected to a router/modem.
Chapter 17 Network Menu IP Address: This is the identification of the DVR when it is connected to a network. Subnet Mask: This should always be set to 255.255.255.000. It described the range of IP addresses that can be found in the network. Gateway: This is the connection between two networks. This should be the router’s IP Address. DNS1: This stands for Domain Name System. This will vary from city to city. DNS2: This stands for Domain Name System. This will vary from city to city.
Chapter 17 Network Menu 17.1.1 DDNS Setting Submenu Use this menu to configure DDNS setup after you have registered for a free domain name at http://www.nightowldvr.com. To access this submenu select Network from the Main Menu, select Internet/LAN and then select DDNS Setup at the bottom of the screen. DDNS: This should be set to Enable if you are using a DDNS service. Service: This should be set to NightOwlDVR when using Night Owl’s free domain name service.
Chapter 17 Network Menu 17.2 Mobile Menu Use this menu to configure the mobile port, mobile user name and mobile password settings. To access this menu select Network from the Main Menu and then select Mobile. Mobile Username: This will be the username that will be entered into the mobile application for your Smartphone and Tablet PC. Mobile Password: This will be the password that will be entered into the mobile application for your Smartphone and Tablet PC.
Chapter 17 Network Menu 17.3 Email Menu Use this menu to configure the email alert settings. To access this menu select Network from the Main Menu and then select Email. Email: This will allow you enable/disable email alerts. If you have the DVR set to motion, you will receive an email alert with an attached image of the object that triggered the alarm. SSL: This will be determined by the settings of your email provider. SMTP Port: This will be determined by the settings of your email provider.
Chapter 18 Remote Access Use this chapter to connect your DVR to the Internet. This chapter will teach you how to properly connect your DVR to your router/modem, port configuration, Internet configurations, Mobile configurations, and DDNS registration. You will need to ensure the following in order to be able to successfully setup the DVR to the Internet.
Chapter 18 Remote Access 18.1 Connection of DVR and Router/Modem Use this section to show you how to connect the DVR to the router/modem. DVR 1. Make sure that your DVR is connected to a power outlet. 2. Connect the DVR directly to the router through an open port with the included Ethernet cable. 3. Connect a computer directly to the same router through another open port with an Ethernet cable. Do not connect the DVR to a wireless router.
Chapter 18 Remote Access 18.2 Windows Network Configuration Determine Basic Information about Your Network Ensure that the DVR is properly connected to the router/modem and that you have a Windows computer connected to the same router. Follow the next steps to determine the basic information about your network. 1. Select the start menu on your computer screen. Type cmd in the “Search programs and files” field and press enter.
Chapter 18 Remote Access 4. Find the IPv4 Address (or may be named IP Address in some versions of Windows). 5. Change the last digits to 150. Example, you wrote down the IP Address 10.1.10.11. When the last digits are changed the IP address will now be 10.1.10.150. 6. Write this number down on a piece of paper. This IP Address is what you will use as the IP address of your DVR in the next section. 7. Find the Default Gateway. 8. Write down the Default Gateway number. This is the IP address of your router.
Chapter 18 Remote Access Changing the Network Settings on the DVR Use the information that you just wrote down for the next steps. Access the Internet/LAN Menu by selecting Network from the Main Menu and then select Internet/LAN. TCP/IP Type: Change this setting to Static. Media Port: Ensure that this port is set to 09000. Web Port: Ensure that this is set to 00080. IP Address: Change this to the IP Address that you wrote down from the previous section.
Chapter 18 Remote Access 18.3 Apple (Mac) Network Configuration Determine Basic Information about Your Network Ensure that the DVR is properly connected to the router/modem and that you have an Apple (Mac) computer connecter to the same router. Follow the next steps to determine the basic information about your network. 1. Select the Airport icon on your computer screen. 2. Select the Open Network Preferences option. 3. Select Ethernet (wired). 4. Select the Advanced button in the lower right corner. 5.
Chapter 18 Remote Access Changing the Network Settings on the DVR Use the information that you just wrote down for the next steps. Access the Internet/LAN Menu by selecting Network from the Main Menu and then select Internet/LAN. TCP/IP Type: Change this setting to Static. Media Port: Ensure that this port is set to 09000. Web Port: Ensure that this is set to 00080. IP Address: Change this to the IP Address that you wrote down from the previous section.
Chapter 19 Port Forwarding Port Forwarding After you have configured the Network Settings, you will now need to forward the necessary ports to be able to view the DVR over the Internet from anywhere in the world. Refer to the manual/documentation of your router to see the process of port forwarding for your router. This process may be called the Port Forwarding, Port Mapping, or Virtual Server. Below are some general considerations to keep in mind to ensure the appropriate ports are forwarded correctly. 1.
Chapter 19 Port Forwarding 5. You will need to enter a separate port forwarding entry for each port that your DVR uses – Media Port (9000), Web Port (80), and Server Port (2050). Repeat the below steps for each entry. 6. When entering the port numbers and IP address into your router’s port forwarding section, you will need to do away with the leading zeros (i.e. 09000 becomes 9000, 192.168.001.090 becomes 192.168.1.90, and so on). 7.
Chapter 19 Port Forwarding 19.1 Checking the Ports after Port Forwarding Once you have forwarded the necessary ports on your router, you should check to ensure that they have been correctly forwarded. 1. Go to http://www.yougetsignal.com/tools/open-ports/. 2. Type in port 9000 and select the Check button to see if the port test as open or closed. 3. Type in port 80 and select the Check button to see if the port test as open or closed. 4.
Chapter 20 DDNS Registration 20.1 Registering a Free Domain Name (DDNS) This option allows you to set up a free website address that will point back to the DVR regardless if the IP Address changes. If you do not have a static IP Address it is recommended to use this option. Follow the below steps to register a free domain name (DDNS) 1. Go to http://www.nightowldvr.com. 2. Select the Registration button located at the top left corner of the page. 3. Complete the New User Registration form.
Chapter 20 DDNS Registration 4. Create a domain name. 5. If your domain name that you have chosen is available, you will receive a window that says that your domain was successfully created. 6. Your domain name has now been created. Write this information in the Information Log at the end of the manual.
Chapter 20 DDNS Registration 20.2 Adding your New Domain Name to your DVR Use DDNS Submenu to configure DDNS setup after you have registered for a free domain name. To access this submenu select Network from the Main Menu, select Internet/LAN and then select DDNS Setup at the bottom of the screen. DDNS: This should be set to Enable. Service: This should be set to NightOwlDVR. Host Name: This should be set to the domain name that you created setup during the DDNS registration.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Use this software to access your DVR remotely over the Internet or within your local area network. Ensure that you have completed Chapter 18 Remote Access of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this software. This software can be downloaded from www.NightOwlSP.com or from the installation CD that came included with your DVR system. This software is also used when accessing the DVR through an Internet browser.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software NetViewer Login IP Address: Using the software on the same network as the DVR, you will enter the internal IP Address that you assigned to the DVR in the Chapter 18 Remote Access. Using the software remotely, you will enter the public IP address. Media Port: This will need to be set to 9000. User Name: Type in the user name that you created in the Password menu of the DVR. Password: Enter the password that was assigned to the User.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software NetViewer Interface Channel Information The channel names, date and time will be indicated on every channel in real time. Menu Bar This will allow you access to the Live Viewing, Playback screen, Remote Setting, Local Setting, Firmware Update and Log Out of the software.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Play Control This will stop and play the live video feed. This will take a snapshot of the video. This will start and stop recording on all channels. This will show the different viewing options. This will adjust the volume of any audio-enabled channels.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software PTZ Control These control settings can only be used for cameras that have the Pan, Tilt, and Zoom features. A PTZ camera is not included. Arrows: These will move the camera manually in the direction of the arrow. Zoom: The + and – zooms the camera in and out. Focus: The + and – focuses the camera to have a clear image. Iris: The + and – allow you to adjust the type of lens of the camera to get the best picture in different lighting conditions.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Playback This screen will allow you to search, playback, and backup recorded videos. To access this menu select the Playback button from the Menu Bar. Calendar (Upper right corner): This will show the days with recordings in bold numbers, select a date to view a file list. Refresh: This will refresh the file list when a day has been selected. All Channel Drop-Down Menu: This will allow you to sort the file list by a certain channel.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Playback Use the bottom control panel for various video controls. The circle indicator on the bottom bar will show the current location of the video during playback. This button will allow you to play the video. This button will pause the video. This button will stop the video. This button will speed up the video. This button will slow down the video. This button will show each frame during playback.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Remote Setting This screen will allow you to access all of the DVR setting menus. The menus will include the Record, Network, Camera, and System Menus. To access this menu select the Remote Setting button from the Menu Bar. Record Menu: This will allow you to make changes to the record, motion and alarm settings. Refer to Chapter 13 for details. Network Menu: This will allow you to configure Internet, DDNS, email and mobile settings. Refer to Chapter 17 for details.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Local Setting This screen will allow you to choose where recordings, snapshots, and file downloads are saved on the remote computer. To access this menu select the Local Setting button from the Menu Bar. Record Save Path: This will indicate the location on the computer that the recordings will be saved. Snapshot Save Path: This will indicate the location on the computer that the snapshots will be saved.
Chapter 21 NetViewer Software Firmware Update This screen will allow you to perform a firmware update to the DVR remotely. To access this menu select Firmware Update from the Menu Bar. Firmware File Path: This will allow you to choose the firmware file that was saved to the computer that will be uploaded. The Progress of Data Transmission: This will show you how long the update will take.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Control Management Software (CMS – Video Client) Use this software to access one or more DVRs remotely over the Internet or within your local area network. Ensure that you have completed the Remote Access chapter of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this software. This software can be downloaded from www.NightOwlSP.com or from the installation CD that came included with your DVR system.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Starting the CMS You will have to register an administrator when starting the CMS. User Name: Create a user name with a maximum of 12 characters that you will use to login to the CMS. Password: Create a password with a maximum of 24 characters that you will use with the administrator user name to login to the CMS. Confirm Password: Type the same password that you created in the Password field.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Device List This menu will show all DVRs that have been added to the CMS. Search Field: This will allow you to search for a specific DVR.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Device List Settings of the Device To access these options, right click on the device you would like to configure. Login: This will log you into the device. Logout: This will log you out of the device. Open All Channels: This will show all channels live. Close All Channels: This will close the live viewing of all channels. Remote Setup: This will open a menu that will allow you to configure the settings of the device.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Device List Remote Setup To access these menu options, right click on the device you would like to configure and select Remote Setup. The menus listed below will configure the settings on the DVR. Refer to the specific chapters for configuration details for each menu. Display Setup: Refer to Chapter 16.1 for details. Record Setup: Refer to Chapter 13.1 for details. Alarm Parameters: Refer to Chapter 13.3 for details. Basic: Refer to Chapter 17.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Live Screen To access the live screen menu, right click anywhere on the channel. Capture: This will take a snapshot of the channel you are viewing. You can also use the camera icon in the upper right corner of the channel. Start Record: This will start recording instantly. When this option is checked, you can stop the recording by selecting this option again. You can also use the camcorder icon in the upper right corner of the channel.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) PTZ Control These control settings can only be used for cameras that have the Pan, Tilt, and Zoom features. A PTZ camera is not included. Arrows: These will move the camera manually in the direction of the arrow. Circle within the arrows: This will continuously rotate the camera 360 degrees. The + and – zooms the camera in and out. These focus the camera to have a clear image.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) PTZ Control Preset Tab This will allow you to set specific points to move the camera to from the current position. To add a preset point perform the below steps. 1. Move the PTZ camera to the desired position using the PTZ tab. 2. Highlight a Preset Number that you would like to add. 3. Select the to add the preset position. 4. Select the to confirm the position that you will be adding. 5. If you would like to delete the preset position, select the 91 .
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) PTZ Control Cruise Tab This will allow the camera to move to the preset points that have been configured in the preset tab. To start a cruise route perform the below steps. 1. Ensure that there have been preset points configured under the Preset Tab. 2. Select the to move the camera from one preset point to the next. It will cycle through each preset point until it reaches the initial starting point and then it will repeat the cycle. 3.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Top Menu Bar Live: This will show live viewing of the channels. Playback: This will open the Playback screen. E-Map: This will open the electronic map. Config: This will open the local parameter configuration menus. Help: This will show the software’s version and name. This will show the person who is logged into the CMS. 93 This will keep the window open but lock all CMS controls.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Bottom Menu Bar This will hide/show the side bar. This will allow you to adjust the volume. This will allow you to turn the PTZ controls on/off. This will hide the channel names and dates. This will show videos in real time, default, or smooth levels. This will allow you to choose how the channels are viewed. This will maximize the viewing screen without any controls being shown.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Config Device Manage To access this menu select Config from the Top Menu Bar and then select Device Manage. Add: This will allow you to add a new device. Delete: This will allow you to delete an existing device. Change: This will allow you to change the configurations on an existing device. 95 Search: This will allow you to search for a device.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Config Adding a Device To add a device select Config, select Device Manage, and select the group where you would like to add the device. Right click the group and select add device or select the Add button. Device Name: This is what you want to name the DVR. HTTP Port: This will be the web port (80). User Name: This will be the user name used to log into the DVR.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Config Changing Channel Information To change the channel information select Config, select Device Manage, and select the device where you would like to change information on the channels. You can either double left click on the channel or highlight the channel and select the Change button. Channel: This will indicate the channel that you are configuring. Name: This will be the name of the channel that will be displayed.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Config User Parameters To access this menu select Config from the Top Menu Bar and then select User Parameters. Add: This will allow you to add a new user. Change: This will allow you to change the settings on an existing user. Delete: This will allow you to delete an existing user. You will be able to set permissions by placing a check mark in the box for the screens that you would like that user to be able to access.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Config Path Parameters To access this menu select Config from the Top Menu Bar then select Path Parameters. Warning Volume: This will allow you to set a warning volume. This must be in .wav format. Download Path: This is where the recorded videos will be saved. Image Capture: This is where the snapshots will be saved. Select Disk: This is the hard drive where files are saved.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Playback This screen will allow you to search, playback, and backup videos. To access this menu select the Playback button from the Top Menu Bar. Device: This will allow you to choose one channel of a DVR at one time to playback files. Date (Lower left corner): This will show a calendar; select a date to view online file list.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Playback Use the bottom control panel for various video controls. The bottom bar will turn blue when in playback and backup. The indicator on the bottom bar will show the current location of the video during playback. This button will allow you to play the video. This button will pause the video. This button will stop the video. This button will show each frame during playback.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) E-Map Configurations This will allow you to add an image of the location where the system is configured. You can place the cameras in the exact locations of where they are installed in the location. To access this menu select the E-Map button from the Top Menu Bar. This will allow you to add layouts to the list and position the cameras. This will zoom into the layout. This will zoom out of the layout. This will display the layout as the full size.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Adding a new Map This will allow you to add a new map to the E-Map. To access this menu select E-Map from the Top Menu Bar and select the EditMap button. Follow the steps below to add a new map. 1. Ensure that the EditMap button has been selected. 2. Right click the Map List located in the right column list. 3. Left click Add Map. This will open a new window. 4. Map Name: Type in the name of the new map. 5. Map Route: Select the Browse button and select a .
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Editing an Map This will allow you to edit a map by adding/deleting cameras. To access this menu select E-Map from the Top Menu Bar and select the EditMap button. Follow the steps below to edit a map. 1. Select the map from the Map List that you would like to edit. 2. Select a camera that you would like to add to the map. 3. Left click and drag the camera to the map. 4. Position the camera where it is located on the map. 5.
Chapter 22 Control Management Software (CMS) Editing the Map List This will allow you to edit the Maps in the Map List. To access this menu select E-Map from the Top Menu Bar and select the EditMap button. The Map List is located in the right column list. Add Derive Map: This allows you to add additional maps to the initial map such as an upstairs and a downstairs for a home. Add Hot Area: This allows you to add an area that will indicate constant movement such as entrance ways.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Apple and Android) This mobile application (Night Owl Lite) will offer a number of different features by accessing the DVR remotely on a Tablet or Smartphone. Apple Android Night Owl Lite offers the following features: Live video streaming of your DVR(s) Add multiple DVR systems to this application (i.e.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Apple and Android) Device Page This page will allow you to add, edit and delete devices. Ensure that you have completed the Remote Access and Mobile Menu chapters of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this application. This will bring you to a screen that will allow you to add a DVR. This will bring you to a screen that will allow you to change the information for an existing DVR. 107 This will delete an existing DVR from the application.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Apple and Android) Adding / Editing a Device This screen will allow you to add / edit a device based on information that was gathered in the Remote Access and Mobile Menu chapters. DVR Title: This will name the DVR on the application. Server: This will be the public IP address or the domain that you created. Port: This is the port that was configured in the Mobile Menu. User Name: This is the user name that was configured in the Mobile Menu.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Apple and Android) Control Panel This will allow you to perform different functions during live viewing on a mobile device. These will move a PTZ camera manually in the direction of the arrow. The + zooms a camera in and the – zooms a camera out. The + and – focuses the camera to have a clear image. These will allow you to adjust the type of lens of the camera. This will play the live video feed. This will take a snapshot of the live video feed.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) This mobile application (ASee) will offer a number of different features by accessing the DVR remotely on a Blackberry, Symbian and Windows Mobile device. This application can be found on www.NightOwlSP.com. Blackberry Symbian Windows Mobile Unlimited video on cellular and wifi Support Multi-Channel Digital Video Recorder (DVR).
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) To access on a Blackberry device follow the below steps. 1. Download and install the “Blackberry Desktop Manager” on your computer. 2. Connect your phone to your computer with a USB cable. 3. Open the “Blackberry Desktop Manager”. 4. Choose “Application Loader” from the Main Menu. 5. Under the “Add/Remove Applications” pane, click “Start” Button. 6. Click the “Browse…” button and locate the “ASee.alx” file on the included CD.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) Using ASee on a Blackberry device. Please ensure you have edited the ASee Application permission. Select “Settings” > “Options” >“Applications”, then highlight the “ASee” application and select “Edit Permissions” in the drop down menu. Make sure Connections, Interactions, and User Data are set to “Allow”. 1. Open the Downloads folder and select the ASee icon to open. 2.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) User Interface for Blackberry Devices The functions of the various icons are as follow: 1 - Connect/Disconnect 2 - Full screen 3 - Snapshot 4 - Setup 5 - Help 6 - Next Channels/Group 7 - Navigation Controls You can save the connection settings for different DVRs when you give the Settings different names under Settings and click save. To open the list of DVRs that you have connected to, click the “History” button to open the History List.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) To access on a Windows Mobile device follow the below steps. 1. Install the webcam program that is included on the supplied CD by copying the “Aseesetup.CAB” file to the mobile phone. You can do this by connecting the mobile phone to a computer and copying the file from the CD to the phone. 2. Click the windows mobile folder and choose the file “Aseesetup”. Select the file which will open the window.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) After installation is complete on the Windows Mobile device, select the icon named “Asee” to run the program. This will display the program screen. Select the “Setting” button to enter the Setting menu. Username: This is the user name that was configured in the Mobile Menu. Password: This is the password that was configured in the Mobile Menu. Server: This is the public IP address or the domain that you created.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) To access on a Symbian device follow the below steps. 1. Install the ASee application that is on the included CD by copying the “ASee_AL_3rd _0901.sisx” file to the mobile phone if you are using Version 3. Copy the file “ASee_AL_5th_0901.sisx” if you are using Version 5. You can do this by connecting the mobile phone to a computer and copying the file from the CD to the phone. 2. Select the copied “.sisx” file on your phone to install it.
Chapter 23 Mobile Application (Blackberry, Symbian, Windows Mobile) Once the installation is complete on the Symbian device, go to the Applications folder and select the “Asee” program. Select “Open” to display the software interface, and select the “Setup” button to open the “Setting” screen. IP: This is the public IP address or the domain that you created. Port: This is the port that was configured in the Mobile Menu. User Name: This is the user name that was configured in the Mobile Menu.
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Chapter 25 Information Log Be sure to write down all of the important information below and place in a secure location.
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