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Summary of Contents for Night Owl BTD2 Series
- Page 1 Bluetooth Recorder User’s Manual ® Support.NightOwlSP.com Built-In Bluetooth Wireless Setup ® Monitor not Required...
- Page 2 What Models Does This Manual Cover? BTD2 Series DVR Component Model #: DVR-BTD2-81 DVR-BTD2-16 DVR-BTD2-161 Camera Component Model #: CM-DP2LSA-B BTD8 Series DVR Component Model #: DVR-BTD8-41 DVR-BTD8-8 DVR-BTD8-81 DVR-BTD8-82 DVR-BTD8-8-4POE-2 Camera Component Model #: CM-DP8LSA-B BTWN8 Series WNVR Component Model #:...
- Page 3 Thank you for choosing Night Owl Security! We welcome you to the Night Owl family and thank you for choosing us to help safeguard your home or business. All of our products are proudly designed and engineered right here in the U.S.A. Night Owl complies with the U.S. government’s stance on protecting our nation from companies that violate human rights and threaten our national security.
- Page 4 Is Internet Required? While Internet is not required, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Without an Internet connection, you can still use your device’s Bluetooth Wireless Setup to get the product ® remotely from a Smart Device or computer. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you connect your recorder to the Internet, at least for initial overall health of your system and allows our technical support team to assist you, should you need support.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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Page 6: Fcc Warnings
FCC Warnings This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Compliance Statement These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency interference in residential installation. -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Use the provided power adapter. Never insert metal into the recorder case or its openings. Inserting metal into the recorder case may cause electric shock. Do not operate in wet or dusty areas. Avoid placing the recorder in areas such as a damp basement or dusty attic. Do not expose the recorder to rain or use near water. -
Page 8: Initial Setup
Night Owl STRONGLY RECOMMENDS that you complete the following sections in • Step 1. Verify Your Package Contents • Step 2. Download the Night Owl Protect App and Create and Verify Your Account • Step 5. Install the Cameras • Step 6. Additional Cameras... -
Page 9: Btwn8 Series Package Contents
Wi-Fi IP Adapter Compatible Devices This system includes Wi-Fi IP cameras, but is compatible with other Night Owl Wi-Fi devices. Please scan the QR Code for more information on other compatible Wi-Fi devices that can be added. Items Not Included... -
Page 10: Btd2 / Btd8 Series Recorder Descriptions
BTD2 / BTD8 Series Recorder Descriptions BTD2 / BTD8 Series Recorder 1. Video In (Wired BNC Cameras): Connect your cameras to one of the “Wired Cameras” Video Input Ports using the provided video power cable. The number of ports will vary based on your model number. -
Page 11: Btwn8 Series Recorder Description
BTD8 Series Recorder Model # DVR-BTD-8-4POE-2 (ONLY) *Steps 1 through 6 on previous page 7. Video In (Wired IP Cameras): In addition to 8 wired BNC cameras, this model can hold here using the provided Ethernet cabling. 8. Power Switch: This model has a power switch. Once you have connected the power supply, ensure you turn the power switch to the ON position. -
Page 12: Step 2. Download The Night Owl Protect App And Create And Verify Your Account
How to Use a Wired USB Mouse If you will be accessing your new Night Owl system from a TV or monitor, you will need to connect the provided wired USB mouse. The mouse lets you navigate the menus and adjust settings that appear on your TV or monitor screen. - Page 13 1. Download the Night Owl Protect App from the Apple App or Google Play Store. If you have previously downloaded the app and created an account, proceed to Initial Setup. 2. Follow the prompts on the Night Owl Protect App to create be sent to your mobile phone to verify the account being created.
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Page 14: Btd2 / Btd8 Series Wired Recorder
Step your new system, it is time to get the hardware connected. If you have a BTD2 or BTD8 Series DVR, please proceed to If you have a BTWN8 Series Wi-Fi NVR, please proceed to A) BTD2 / BTD8 Series Wired Recorder TIP: Click Here 1. - Page 15 Perform the following steps to get the rest of the hardware setup! 1. Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back of the DVR. NOTE: Night Owl recommends connecting to the Internet for the best user experience.
- Page 16 6. Connect the power splitter to the camera Adapter power adapter and plug the adapter into a surge protector or Uninterruptible Power Splitter 7. Connect the DVR power adapter to the Power Input on the rear of the DVR. 8. Plug the DVR power adapter into a surge protector or Uninterruptible Power Supply NOTE: Make sure the UPS or surge protector is switched ON.
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Page 17: Btwn8 Series Wi-Fi Recorder
B) BTWN8 Series Wi-Fi Recorder View the steps below to your get your recorder and devices setup. TIP: Click Here 1. Visit Support.NightOwlSP.com recorder) into the search bar 3. Click IMPORTANT: If you will be using a TV or monitor for setup or viewing your cameras the other end of the cable into your TV or Monitor. - Page 18 2. Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back of the WNVR. NOTE: Night Owl recommends connecting to the Internet for the best user experience. 3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a port on the back of your router / network access point.
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Page 19: Wireless Setup
WNIP-2LTAW-BS-U WNIP-8LTA-BS WNIP-8LTA-BS WNIP-8LTA-BS-U Step Now that you have the Night Owl Protect App downloaded, have created an account Again, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND using the preferred Option 1: Easy Bluetooth ® Wireless Setup. This method is quick and easy and does not require you to connect a TV or monitor or USB mouse. - Page 20 1. Sign In to the Night Owl Protect App. NOTE: The screens in these steps may vary slightly based on whether you are using an iOS or Android device. If a step is substantially applies to iOS or Android, we will let you know.
- Page 21 5. The app will now pair to your recorder using Bluetooth ® 6. You may now proceed through the startup wizard right from the convenience of your Smart Device. This process is simple! Just follow the prompts in the app and you will be IMPORTANT: If you have not connected your recorder to the Internet, you from the app.
- Page 22 7. Now you will see a message stating the device has been successfully added. 8. Tap and enjoy live viewing, playback, save and share and all the additional features of your new system. NOTE: If you have not connected your recorder to the Internet, you will not be able to live view or access your system remotely.
- Page 23 Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor) While not preferred, you may perform a manual setup with your recorder connected to a TV or monitor. With this type of setup, you must connect your mouse. These steps are covered in startup wizard will appear on-screen and is easy to follow.
- Page 24 If your recorder is not connected to the Internet, you will see this screen. Again, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND connecting to the Internet for initial setup. If you are connected, please click If not, click If you continue to proceed through the startup wizard without connecting to the Internet, you will need to create a local password.
- Page 25 There are a number of other screens you will see in the startup wizard. Simply follow the on-screen prompts until you get to this screen. click...
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Page 26: Step 5. Install The Cameras
Install the Cameras Step IMPORTANT: Before you begin this step, if you have not already done so, Plan Your Installation Distance: The further the camera is from the recorder, the higher the chances of signal degradation. Locate the camera’s power supply as close to the camera as possible when the distance exceeds 200 ft. -
Page 27: Install The Cameras
Mounting Surface: Ensure your mounting surface holds at least four times the camera’s total weight. Camera Angles: Use the Live View on your recorder or on the app via your mobile device to verify that your camera will be at an ideal angle before permanently installing. -
Page 28: Step 6. Additional Cameras
Additional Cameras Step BTD2 / BTD8 Series Wired Recorder of the recorder) you have. Additionally, your Bluetooth wired recorder is Wi-Fi ® recorder. Talk about convenient! a) Adding Additional Wired BNC Cameras list of wired BNC camera models that are compatible with your recorder. -
Page 29: C) Wi-Fi Expandability
4 compatible ® Night Owl Wi-Fi devices. Our compatible Wi-Fi IP cameras can be easily moved as your viewing needs change. They simply need to be plugged into a power source and then paired to your wired recorder, which is easily done. -
Page 30: Connectivity
IMPORTANT: To add a Wi-Fi IP camera or Smart Video Doorbell to your Bluetooth wired recorder both devices MUST be connected to ® Adding a compatible Wi-Fi device is most easily achieved using the Night Owl ® Wireless Setup. If not, please view Create Your Account section of this manual now. - Page 31 2. Log in to the Night Owl Protect App from your Smart Device. 3. Tap on icon within the App. 4. Next, tap on the icon. 5. The app will search for the Wi-Fi device. Once it is discovered, tap on the Wi-Fi device.
- Page 32 - You will be asked to disable your Smart Device’s mobile data while the app connects to the Wi-Fi device. Please exit the app and temporarily disable the data. You may turn it back on once the camera is connected. Once disabled, return to the app and tap on 7.
- Page 33 9. Please connect the camera using the temporary NOIP network, then connect it to your Internet NOTE: The Wi-Fi IP device must be connected to recorder is connected to, in order to add the Wi-Fi device to the recorder. 10. Your Wi-Fi device will now connect.
- Page 34 is complete!” You will then be asked if you would like to add your new Wi-Fi device to your recorder. 12. Once added, please take a moment to name your new Wi-Fi device. Then tap on 13. You can now begin viewing your new Wi-Fi device. On the Device page for your recorder, you will see this new device as an added camera.
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Page 35: Btwn8 Series Wi-Fi Recorder
BTWN8 Series Wi-Fi Recorder Need more coverage to boost your viewing area? Your Wi-Fi system comes with our AC Powered Wi-Fi IP cameras and can hold up to 8 total Wi-Fi devices. In section ), you can also add a) Pairing a Replacement / Add On Wi-Fi IP Camera BTWN8 Recorder Model #’s: Compatible Wi-Fi IP Cameras... - Page 36 2. Log in to the Night Owl Protect App from your Smart Device. 3. Tap on your Bluetooth recorder from the ® Devices page. 4. Tap on the icon. 5. Ensure your Wi-Fi IP device is in pairing mode and tap “Continue.”...
- Page 37 7. Once the device has been paired, you will hear will now show in the list of cameras. 8. You can now tap on the newly added device to begin live viewing and accessing all of your product’s additional features.
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Page 38: B) Adding Other Wi-Fi Devices
b) Adding Other Wi-Fi Devices As noted, your BTWN8 Series Wi-Fi NVR is also compatible with our Wire Free instructions on adding these other Wi-Fi devices, please view below. BTWN8 Recorder Model #’s: Compatible Wire Free Cameras (4 MAX) BWNIP-2TA-BS BWNIP-2TA-BS-V2 1. -
Page 39: Log In From A Tv Or Monitor
Using the USB mouse, log in. Log In with Night Owl Protect Account If you have downloaded the Night Owl Protect App and created an account, use TV or monitor using Night Owl Protect, your recorder MUST be connected to the... -
Page 40: Log In With Local Password
Log In with Local Password If you did not download the Night Owl Protect App and create an account, you ). When logging in, you will see the screen below. -
Page 41: Log In Information Icon
A. Username: Will have Admin entered, as this is the default username for the system. B. Password: Enter the local password you created during the startup wizard. C. Forgot Password?: Click here if you have forgotten your login password. See section for more information. - Page 42 F. Lock/Unlock: Shows whether the system is locked or unlocked. If you have your Smart Device paired to the recorder using the Night Owl Protect App, the recorder will automatically unlock when you are within 8 ft. of it with your paired Smart Device. Talk...
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Page 43: Shut Down
Additional Information (Right Side of Navigation Bar) G. Internet Connected/Not Connected: Shows the current status of your recorder’s Internet connection. If the icon is grayed out, you are not connected. See Appendix. H. Bluetooth : Shows whether you currently do or do not have a device paired to the ®... -
Page 44: View Layouts
View Layouts This option lets you adjust how many connected cameras appear on screen and what order they appear in. You can easily adjust the layout using the preset options or customize it to suit your viewing needs. Double click on any camera screen to make it full screen. -
Page 45: Playback
Playback The Playback menu is where you go to access events and replay them. You can easily search for, playback and save recordings right from the convenience of your to do this from a TV or monitor. Additionally, from a TV or monitor you can back-up Backing Up Read the options below for how to navigate the playback screen. - Page 46 C. Play/Pause Button: Will begin playback of the selected channel and pause playback. D. Rewind: Will begin rewinding the recordings. E. Fast Forward: Will begin fast-forwarding through the recordings. F. Audio: connected camera is audio-enabled. G. View Layout: Will display the view layout options for playback. The maximum number of channels that can be played back at the same time will vary by model.
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Page 47: Backing Up / Exporting Recordings For Long-Term Storage
Backing Up / Exporting Recordings For Long-Term Storage As your recorder accumulates recordings, it eventually becomes full. When this happens, the oldest recordings stored are overwritten by the latest recordings. If there are recordings that you want to save long-term, you need to export them to a FAT32 / ExFat as detailed in the section below. - Page 48 Format for Mac 2. Select Applications > Utilities and launch Erase in the Disk Utility Bar. 4. Create a name, click on the Format dropdown menu, and choose either MS-DOS...
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Page 49: Exporting / Saving A Recording
Exporting / Saving a Recording From within the playback menu, you will search for and playback your recordings. click on A. Export Event: When the time indicator is on an event, this tab will appear. Clicking here lets you export the selected event to a connected storage device for long-term storage. - Page 50 When you click on , you will be taken to this screen. On the left under Export, you will see information regarding the event you currently have selected. On the right under Destination, you will see information regarding where you are exporting/storing the recording.
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Page 51: System Info
Internet), change the language of your system, adjust the resolution or even add the recorder to the Night Owl Protect App, if you are ready to start remotely viewing your system from a smartphone or tablet. Your system’s Series, Component Model... -
Page 52: Device Name
Device Name Use this menu to change the name of your recorder. It’s that easy! This may come in handy if you have more than one security system and want to quickly identify which is which. Ensure you save your changes. Firmware Version recorder connected to the Internet. - Page 53 manual upgrade, click...
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Page 54: Language
Language You can choose from English, Spanish or French. Be sure to save your changes display the new language. Monitor Resolution type of monitor you have it connected to. Make sure you save your changes, as... -
Page 55: Date And Time Menu
Date & Time Menu From this menu you can automatically sync the date and time for your system or manually set it. Your recordings are date and time stamped, so ensuring the date and time are current is important. For automatic syncing, your recorder must be connected to your Internet. If you IMPORTANT: Your recordings are date and time stamped, so ensuring the date and time are current is important. -
Page 56: Camera Menu
A. Sync Date and Time: You can click here to change the setting to “Use Network” automatically adjust to the current date and time based upon your device’s IP address. B. Time Zone: manually set the time zone for your recorder. C. - Page 57 to other channels. To change the settings of a channel, click the channel from the left that you want adjusted and then its settings will appear on the right. From the right-side menu, you can change the settings for that channel. A.
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Page 58: Recording Settings
Recording Settings When you click on from the right-side of the menu, you will be taken to this screen. Ensure you save your changes. A. Event Based: Means the selected channel will record when human detection, facial capture, vehicle detection or standard motion detection occurs. *Select features do not apply to all models. -
Page 59: Copy Settings
Copy Settings When you click on from the right-side of the Camera menu, you can easily take the settings from the current channel and copy them to another. Ensure you save your changes. A. Copy to Other Channels: B. Apply Changes: Remove Camera Option You can remove one of your paired Wi-Fi devices from the Camera menu. -
Page 60: Account Menu
Account Menu This menu provides access to your Night Owl Protect Account credentials. screen below with the username, email and phone number linked to your account. see the screen below. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you do so for added security as remote viewing with real-time alerts, preset voice alerts and siren capability... -
Page 61: Storage Menu
Storage Menu This menu provides information regarding your recorder’s storage, such as capacity and available space. This is also where you will go if you need to reformat your hard Your recorder is set to auto-overwrite by default, meaning older recordings will be recorded over to make way for new recordings when the hard drive becomes full. -
Page 62: Diagnostics Menu
regarding the status of the reformat. DO NOT disconnect or power down your recorder during this process. Diagnostics Menu cameras and recorder. - Page 63 When you click on your system will begin running a device health check. Camera Diagnostics and System Diagnostics. Camera Diagnostics (use scroll bar to see all options) A. Status: Will display a checkmark if a camera is successfully connected to this channel. B.
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Page 64: Network Menu
F. Model: Will show you the model number of the camera connected to this channel. G. Series: Will show the Series of the connected camera. Series is good to know for support purposes and compatibility. H. Firmware Version: System Diagnostics IMPORTANT: If the diagnostic shows “Not Working”... - Page 65 Below is a list of settings that can be changed. Again, we do not recommend adjusting these settings unless you have advanced networking knowledge. A. Network Type: Static is an option. B. IP: Change the IP address for your device. C.
- Page 66 If you need more help with your system, don’t worry, we’ve got your covered. For a wide range of troubleshooting material such as your product manual, FAQ’s, how-to video tutorials and more, simply visit Support.NightOwlSP.com and enter the Series listed on the top of your recorder.
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Page 67: Reset Menu
Reset Menu From this menu, you can restore the system’s settings to their default value or perform a factory reset. Both options will permanently delete your recordings, so please back-up any recordings you want saved before continuing. See section of this manual. Restoring your settings means the recorder will restore its default settings / values. - Page 68 A Factory Reset will return the recorder to its default settings and remove the Protect Account. Simply click IMPORTANT: If you perform a Factory Reset, you will need to log in to the Night Owl Protect App, remove the recorder and then re-add the recorder to restore remote viewing capabilities.
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Page 69: Resetting / Forgot Your Password
Reset Your Password from the Night Owl Protect App The quickest and easiest way to reset your password is through the Night Owl Protect App. Your recorder must be powered on and connected to the Internet before you complete these steps. -
Page 70: The Internet)
1. With your recorder connected to a TV or monitor, access the Login screen and click and follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Go to www.no-protect.com. 3. If you already created a Night Owl Protect account, simply log in. If not, create an account. If the device has not been registered, click and follow the prompts. -
Page 71: Appendix
Appendix Will display channel view layout Will open Shut Down Menu. options. Will go to the System Info Will go to the Playback Menu. Menu. System is locked. System is unlocked. Recorder is paired via Recorder is not paired via Bluetooth Bluetooth ®... -
Page 72: Glossary
Glossary AC Powered Wireless: Means the cameras wirelessly communicate with the recorder / router, but must be powered on using the provided AC Camera Power Adapter. BNC: Means the cameras are hardwired to the recorder using BNC coaxial cabling. BTD2: enabled recorder, 1080p ®... -
Page 73: User Information
Be sure to write down all the important information below and place it in a secure location. General Recorder Information NOTE: The UID is located on the support sticker on the top of your device. Night Owl Protect Information *this is the information used to access your Night Owl Protect Account. -
Page 74: Warranty
Night Owl directly or an Authorized Reseller and iii) return the Product to Night Owl. In its sole discretion, Night Owl will either repair or replace the Product covered by the same warranty as the original Product through the expiration date of the original warranty period. - Page 75 Night Owl does not make any claims or warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding personal damage, loss or theft related to the Product or to its use for any harm, whether physical or mental related thereto. Any and all claims or statements, whether...
- Page 76 Need More Help? Please visit Support.NightOwlSP.com Enter the Series listed on the Product Support Sticker into the Search bar. Access the support material needed. www.NightOwlSP.com iPhone, iPad, Mac and Mac OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Rev 210924 Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.