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- Page 1 QC IP Camera & NVR Bundle QUICK START GUIDE ENGLISH...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Welcome Welcome Congratulations on your latest purchase and welcome What’s Included ..............3 to the Q-See family. This packet includes everything you Understanding Your NVR ..........4 will need to help get your smart security system up and Get Connected running. We are excited to have you on board and thank Registration ..............5... -
Page 3: What's Included
What’s Included Products shown in this section may vary by system Cameras Camera Network Cables Power Supply Number of cameras included vary by system 100 feet of Network cable per IP camera Your system will include one of the options below NVR Cables Actual NVR will vary by system Mouse... -
Page 4: Understanding Your Nvr
ALARM OUT HD DISPLAY NETWORK MICROPHONE IMPORTANT: Go through all of the steps to setup and test your system before mounting any cameras or hardware. Always visit www.q-see.com/support to find the most recent guides and up-to-date support for your Q-See products. -
Page 5: Get Connected
Step 2: Connect Your Cameras Before installing, please register your device on the A. Plug the camera network cable into the camera Q-See Support Portal at www.q-see.com/register to by connecting the Ethernet cable into the camera receive critical updates and support for your system. -
Page 6: Connect Nvr To Display
Step 3: Connect NVR to Display C. Plug the other end of the camera cable into an available PoE port on the back of your NVR. Again, There are two options to connect the NVR to a display. you will hear a clicking noise when cables are inserted correctly. -
Page 7: Connect Mouse
Step 4: Connect Mouse Option B: VGA Monitor B1. Plug a VGA cable (not included) into the NVR’s VGA Plug the included mouse into the USB port on the back port. VGA might not support full high definition output. of the NVR. If your model has two USB ports on the back, either one will work. -
Page 8: Connect To The Router
Step 5: Connect to the Router Step 6: Powering Up the NVR & A. Plug the included Network (Ethernet) cable into the Cameras Network (LAN) port on the back of the NVR. A. Plug the NVR power supply cable into the DC Port on the back of the NVR. -
Page 9: Startup Wizard
DISPLAY COMPATIBILITY: While the system boots, the Q-See logo will appear. If the logo appears on your monitor but goes blank, your display may not be compatible with your NVR. This NVR requires a display capable of support-... - Page 10 B. Set the current Date and Time in the screen below C. Click on EmailSet to add an email address to recover and then click Next Step. a lost/forgotten password. When you click EmailSet it will ask you for login credentials, use the default username “admin”...
- Page 11 D. Enter your email address, select a security question E. Enter the Authorization Code you received in your and provide an answer. Click Test and then check email. Click OK. the inbox of the email that you entered in the previous step.
- Page 12 Check Modify Password to change the existing G. Click Next Step to start the remote monitoring setup. default password which is “admin”. Please write down your new password in the space provided below: Username: admin Password: NOTE: Password is case sensitive and can not exceed eight characters.
- Page 13 NVR established, click Next Step. If the connection is not remotely successful, try powering off the NVR for 30 seconds and going through all of Step 7 again. If this does not work, check www.q-see.com/support for additional troubleshooting.
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Page 14: Setting Up The Qc View Mobile App
Step 8: Setting Up the QC View Select your desired mobile device in the following window and click Next Step. Mobile App Download our free QC View mobile app to your mobile device, available for both Android and iOS. NOTE: Please do not log in to the app yet. - Page 15 B. Follow the steps shown on screen to configure your C. The Q-See Startup Wizard is complete. To prevent mobile device and get to the Live Preview screen. the wizard from appearing after each reboot, After the Live Preview is successful, click Next Step.
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Page 16: Adding Wi-Fi Cameras
Computer OS X, Mac Users If your system includes Wi-Fi cameras or you have purchased Q-See Wi-Fi cameras separately, you should Step 1 add them to your NVR now. Please reference the Wi-Fi camera quick start guide that was included with your Go to www.q-see.com/support and search for answer... - Page 17 NOTE: If during the install process you see a message that the file is from an unidentified developer, click and refer to answer ID 2634 QC View will be located in your Applications Folder. at www.q-see.com/support for info on allowing installations from Double-click QC View to launch the app.
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Page 18: Windows, Pc Users
Step 1 default Username & Password below and click Login to continue. These credentials are independent of Go to www.q-see.com/support and search for answer ID “2502” to download the latest QC View software. those used on the NVR. Username: admin Password:... - Page 19 Step 2 Step 3 Proceed with the Installation by clicking Next. Review and Accept the License Agreement. Click Next.
- Page 20 Step 4 Step 5 Ensure both QC View QC PC-NVR are checked. Click Install to begin the installation. Click Next. NOTE: You must have full administrator privileges to install the software on your computer. If you receive any permission errors please contact your system administrator.
- Page 21 Step 6 Step 7 Please be patient, the installation may take a couple of Once completed, ensure Run QC View is checked. Click minutes to complete. Finish.
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Page 22: Adding Your Nvr To Qc View
Adding Your NVR to QC View Step 8 QC View will open to the Login Screen. Enter the default Step 1 Username and Password listed below and click Login to continue. These credentials are independent of Select Devices from the Home Page. those used on the NVR. - Page 23 Step 3 Step 4 Device Name: Create a new name for your device Please be patient, it can take up to 1 minute for the State Register mode: SN (For a device with Scan N’ View) to change from Offline Online.
- Page 24 Step 6 Step 7 Click the to display your device(s). Double click the Device(s) you wish to display.
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Page 25: Adding Multiple Mobile Devices
Adding Multiple Mobile Devices Step 8 The camera feeds will display automatically. Step 1 After completing the Startup Wizard, to add additional devices, first download the QC View app on your new device. On the NVR, go to the Main Menu and click Code. -
Page 26: Understanding The Qc System Playback
Understanding the Step 2 In the screenshot shown on Step 8B on page 15 of this QC System guide, when you reach step 4 (scanning QR code) you can now scan the QR code shown on screen. Playback Step 1 In Live View mode, right- click the mouse to open the Shortcut Menu. - Page 27 Step 2 Step 3 Select the date you want to Select the channel(s) you want to view using the “Screen search using the Calendar. Display Mode”. Days with records will appear in Blue. Once you have selected a date, see the next section to explain the various playback controls.
- Page 28 A. Play D. Time Segments Click Play to start playback Click the Segments you want to playback for each from the beginning of the channel. Playback will begin automatically. records. B. Stop To refine your search (Date & Channels), click Stop. E.
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Page 29: Backing Up Recordings
Code Stream drop down menu. steps to do so can be found on our support portal at www.q-see.com/support under answer ID 2542. Step 1 Plug a USB Flash Drive into your NVR. A message will appear, click File Backup. - Page 30 Step 4 Step 5 Select the Record Channel to search. Select the File Format you want the records saved as. DAV: Supports audio, requires playback software download. AVI: Playable with standard video programs. (Windows Media Player, Quicktime, etc.) Step 6 NOTE: Channels starting with “A”...
- Page 31 Step 8 Click Backup. NOTE: If you wish to backup files using a web browser, visit www.q-see.com/support and search for answer ID 2501. NOTE: The length and number of records you choose will impact the time required to complete the backups.
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Page 32: Get The Most Out Of Your Q-See System Tips On Camera Placement
Get the Most Out of Your Q-See Cameras Follow these tips to maximize the life and performance of your cameras. Distance From Viewing/Recording Device Avoid direct exposure to weather Walls & floors will affect signal strength, especially concrete. Mount your camera under an eave or awning if possible. - Page 33 Do not place camera behind a window Light levels should be approximately the same between camera and target area Consistent lighting conditions will provide optimal camera performance. Do not place near high-voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference Legal Considerations Always check state and local laws before installing cameras.
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Page 34: Troubleshooting
If the camera works, the cable object to completely block it. may need to be replaced. Please contact technical support or you can visit www.q-see.com/support for more info. • Connect the cable to a different channel on the NVR. -
Page 35: Glossary
DISCLAIMER: Although Q-See has made every effort to ensure that the information in this guide was correct at the time of printing, Q-See does not assume any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by any errors, omissions, or typos that may occur. - Page 36 24/7 Online Support Portal and Knowledge Base www.q-see.com/support How–To’s Repairs and Returns Firmware Updates Support Videos Manuals and Guides Software ADDITIONAL SUPPORT Live Phone Support Chat Support Languages Mon-Fri : 6AM–7:00PM PST Mon-Fri: 6AM–7PM PST English, Spanish 1-877-998-3440 Sat-Sun 9AM–5PM PST...