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Night Owl PRO Series 8CH Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

      Contents Chapter 1: FCC Radiation Norm ............6 Chapter 2: Package Contents ..............7 Chapter 3: System Requirements ............8 Chapter 4: Safety Instructions ..............9 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ..............11 Chapter 6: DVR Components ............... 13 6.1 Back Panel of DVR ..............13 6.2 Front Panel of DVR ..............
  • Page 3   Contents 14.2.1 Date/Time Menu ............29 14.2.2 DST Menu ..............30 14.3 Display Menu ............... 31 14.3.1 Display Menu ............31 14.3.1.1 Mask Screen ..........32 14.3.1.2 Color Screen ..........33 14.3.1.3 Time/Name Screen ........34 14.3.2 Auto Seq Menu ............35 14.4 Record Menu ................
  • Page 4 Contents 15.2.3 Port Menu ..............53 15.2.4 Sub-Stream Menu ............. 54 15.3 COMM Menu ................ 55 15.3.1 DDNS Menu .............. 55 15.3.2 E-Mail Menu .............. 56 15.3.3 UPnP Menu ............... 57 15.4 PTZ Menu ................58 Chapter 16: Record Search Menu ............59 Chapter 17: Converting Files to AVI .............
  • Page 5 24.2 DVR Login ................90 24.3 Using Nightowl View ............91 24.4 Using Control Management Software (CMS-Nightowl View) 98 Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application ........112 Chapter 26: Specifications of DVR ............. 119 Chapter 27: Information Log ............... 120 Chapter 28: Warranty .................

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Fcc Radiation Norm

      Chapter 1: FCC Radiation Norm     This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for Class B digital devices 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.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Package Contents

      Chapter 2: Package Contents Contents   Your DVR Security Kit includes the following items.          ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 3: System Requirements

      Chapter 3: System Requirements     Please be sure the computer that you will use with the DVR Security Kit complies with the following specifications:   ® Windows XP,VISTA, 7, or 8 •     ® OS 10.6 and above •...

  • Page 9: Chapter 4: Safety Instructions

      Chapter 4: DVR Safety Instructions Contents     • Use the provided power adapter.   Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than the specified voltage. • Never insert metal into the DVR case or its openings.  ...
  • Page 10   Chapter 4: DVR Safety Instructions     • Do not attempt to remove the top cover.   If you observe any abnormal operation, unplug the DVR immediately and contact technical support. Do not attempt to open the DVR to diagnose the cause of the problem.

  • Page 11: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

        If a problem occurs, you may be able to easily correct it yourself. The following table describes the most common problems and their solutions. Please refer to the table before calling Night Owl Technical Support.      ...
  • Page 12 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 13: Chapter 6: Dvr Components

      Chapter 6: DVR Components   6.1 Back Panel of DVR                            ...

  • Page 14: Front Panel Of Dvr

    Chapter 6: DVR Components 6.2 Front Panel of DVR "# !

  • Page 15: Mouse

      Chapter 6: 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 of the DVR.   Use the mouse buttons to perform the following:  ...

  • Page 16: Remote

    Chapter 6: DVR Components 6.4 Remote Control Use the remote control to navigate through the DVR’s menus. Button Function Select channels / Input numbers in currently selected field Display all channels MENU Enter / Exit Menu Down Select Rewind Play Fast Forward Record Pause / Playback...

  • Page 17: Chapter 7: Dvr Installation

      Chapter 6: DVR Components Chapter 7: DVR Installation   7.1 Connecting the Power Supply     1. Plug the included power adapter cable into the back of the DVR.         2. Plug the other end of the power adapter cable into an available wall outlet (or, if you are using an uninterruptable power supply, plug the adapter cable into one of its output sockets).

  • Page 18: Connecting The Dvr To A Tv Or Monitor

      Chapter 7: DVR Installation   7.2 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor     Using the supplied HDMI connector:     1. Connect the HDMI connector to the back of the DVR’s HDMI port.     2. Connect the other end of the cable to an available HDMI input on your TV or monitor.

  • Page 19: Chapter 8: Camera Installation

      Chapter 6: DVR Components Chapter 8: Camera Installation   8.1 Connecting Cameras to the DVR   1. Your DVR system comes with one 60-ft. coaxial cable per camera.   Connect each cable to a camera using the BNC connectors (yellow connector) and the DC connectors (red connector).

  • Page 20: Mounting The Cameras

      Chapter 8: Camera Installation   8.2 Mounting the Cameras   1. Choose a location: Decide where you would like to mount the camera. 2. Indicate 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.

  • Page 21: Chapter 9: Dvr Start-Up

      9.1 System Initialization   After you plug in the power adapter, the DVR will automatically start up and display the Night Owl logo on your TV while initializing.       After initialization, your screen will display the Startup Wizard.

  • Page 22: On-Screen Display

      Chapter 9: DVR Start-up   9.2 On-Screen Display   The on-screen display will show the following information:   Date & Time: Displays the date and time on the system. •   Channel Title/Number: Displays the channel name, which you can •...

  • Page 23: Chapter 10: Startup Wizard

      Chapter 10: Startup Wizard   Use the Startup Wizard to enter the security system’s basic settings, network settings, record settings, and HDD settings.     The Startup Wizard will open when the DVR is powered on.        ...

  • Page 24: Chapter 11: Login Screen

      Chapter 11: Login Screen   Before you can access any menus, you must log in.         Remote ID: This number should match the number in parentheses • to the right of the field. User Name: Enter the user name you created in the Startup •...

  • Page 25: Chapter 12: Main Menu

      Chapter 12: Main Menu       Opens the menu interface.     Allows you to check one channel at a time to enlarge the selected   channel to a full-screen view.     Allows you to enter into Quad-screen view. Allows you to enter into Octad-screen view.

  • Page 26: Chapter 13: Menu Icons

      Chapter 13: Menu Icons   When you open the Main Menu you will see a line of icons at the top of the screen. Each icon represents a different menu. The menu names are listed below.        ...

  • Page 27: Chapter 14: Basic Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu Basic Menu Use the Basic Menu to access the System, Date/Time, Display, Record, and User menus.                               Be sure to Apply all changes you make in the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved.

  • Page 28: System Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.1 System Menu   The System Menu allows you to change the language, output resolution, logout time, and turn the Startup Wizard on/off. It is recommended that you leave the Device Name and Remote ID fields at their default values. To access the System Menu, select the Basic button, and then select System from the list on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 29: Date/Time Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.2 Date/Time Menu   You should set the date and time when first setting up your system. You can also configure Daylight Saving Time (DST) settings. To access the Date/Time Menu, select the Basic button, and then select  ...

  • Page 30: Dst Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.2.2 DST Menu   Use the DST Menu to configure Daylight Saving Time settings.     To access the DST Menu, select the Basic button, select Date/Time from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select DST. Enable: Select this box if you would like to enable the Daylight •...

  • Page 31: Display Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.3.1 Display Menu   Use the Display Menu to configure channel name, channel masking, color, and time/name settings.     To access the Display Menu, select the Basic button and then select   Display from the list on the left side of the screen.  ...

  • Page 32: Mask Screen

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.3.1.1 Mask Screen   Use the Mask Screen to block out certain areas of a channel screen.     To access the Mask Screen, select the Basic button, and then select Display from the list on the left side of the screen. Select the Settings button in the Mask column.

  • Page 33: Color Screen

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.3.1.2 Color Screen   Use the Color Screen to adjust the colors of a channel that is being recorded.     To access the Color Screen, select the Basic button and then select Display from the list on the left side of the screen. Select the Settings button in the Color column.

  • Page 34: Time/Name Screen

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.3.1.3 Time/Name Screen   The Time/Name Screen is used to show/remove the date/time and a channel name displayed on the screen.     To access the Time/Name Screen, select the Basic button and then select Display from the list on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 35: Auto Seq Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.3.2 Auto SEQ Menu   Use the Auto SEQ Menu to adjust the channels and time that will be displayed when you start the auto sequence.     To access the Auto SEQ Menu, select the Basic button, select Display  ...

  • Page 36: Record Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.4.1 Record Menu   Use the Record Menu to enable recording, set audio preferences, and specify how you would like to record on each channel.     To access the Record Menu’s basic functions, select the Basic button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Basic.

  • Page 37: Bit Rate Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.4.2 Bit Rate Menu   The Bit Rate Menu allows you to set the quality of the recorded video.     To access the Bit Rate Menu, select the Basic button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Bit Rate.

  • Page 38: Resolution

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.4.3 Resolution   Choose between 960H (960x480), WHD1 (960x240), D1 (704x480), HD1 (704x240), WCIF (480x240) or CIF (352x240) resolutions to record videos To help maximize the DVR’s hard drive space, use the lowest resolution.  ...

  • Page 39: Schedule Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.4.4 Schedule Menu   The Schedule Menu allows you to schedule recordings.   To access the Schedule Menu, select the Basic button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Schedule.  ...

  • Page 40: User Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.5 User Menu   The User Menu allows you to add users and permissions for those users.     To access the User Menu, select the Basic button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select User.  ...

  • Page 41: User Management Menu

      Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.5.1 User Management Menu Basic Tab The User Management Menu allows you to add users and assign   permissions to those users.     To access the User Management Menu’s Basic Tab, select the Basic button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, select User, and then select Add User or double-click an existing user.
  • Page 42   Chapter 14: Basic Menu   14.5.1 User Management Menu Authority Tab To access the User Management Menu’s Authority Tab, select the Basic   button, select Record from the list on the left side of the screen, select User, and then select Add User or double-click an existing user. You will need to select the Authority Tab to limit access to certain menus for the user.

  • Page 43: Chapter 15: Advanced Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu Advanced Menu     Use this menu to access the Alarm, Network, Comm, and PTZ menus.                           Be sure to Apply all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved.

  • Page 44: Alarm Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1 Alarm Menu   15.1.1 Motion Menu   The Motion Menu allows you to configure the motion settings on your DVR.     To access the Motion Menu, select the Advanced button, select Alarm  ...

  • Page 45: Area Screen

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1.1.1 Area Screen   The Area Screen allows you to see areas that will and will not detect motion.     To access the Area Screen, select the Advanced button, select Alarm from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Motion. Select Settings in the Area column for the channel you are customizing.

  • Page 46: Schedule Screen

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1.1.2 Schedule Screen   The Schedule Screen allows you to choose when to record.   To access the Motion Menu’s Schedule Screen, select the Advanced button, select Alarm from the list on the left side of the screen, and then Motion.

  • Page 47: Trigger Screen

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1.1.3 Trigger Screen   The Trigger Screen allows you see what has triggered an alarm.   To access the Trigger Screen, select the Advanced button, select Alarm from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Motion. Select Settings in the Trigger column for the channel you are configuring.

  • Page 48: Video Loss Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1.2 Video Loss Menu   The Video Loss Menu allows you to configure the video loss settings on your DVR. To access the Video Loss Menu, select the Advanced button, select Alarm from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Video Loss. CH: Indicates the channel that you will be configuring.

  • Page 49: Others Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.1.3 Others Menu The Others Menu allows you to configure the settings on your DVR for different alarm features. To access the Others Menu, select the Advanced button, select Alarm from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Others. Disk Error: If you enable this option, you will be alerted if the hard •...

  • Page 50: Others Menu Continued

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu IP Address Conflict: If you enable this option, you will be alerted if • the IP address of the DVR matches another device on the same network.  ...

  • Page 51: Network Menu

    Chapter 15: Advanced Menu 15.2 Network Menu 15.2.1 LAN Menu The LAN Menu allows you to configure the IP address for your DVR. Make sure that the DVR is plugged directly into your internet router. To access the LAN Menu, select the Advanced button, select Network from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select LAN.

  • Page 52: Pppoe Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.2.2 PPPoE Menu   The PPPoE Menu allows you to configure the DVR using broadband dial- up network access. To access the PPPoE Menu, select the Advanced button, select Network   from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select PPPoE. You will need to use this option if you are using broadband dial-up •...

  • Page 53: Port Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.2.3 Port Menu   The Port Menu allows you to view your DVR through the Internet, software, and mobile phones. To access the Port Menu, select the Advanced button, select Network from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select Port.  ...

  • Page 54: Sub-Stream Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.2.4 Sub-Stream Menu   The Sub-Stream Menu allows you to configure the network settings. To access the Sub-Stream Menu, select the Advanced button, select   Network from the list on the left side of the screen, then select  ...

  • Page 55: Comm Menu

    DDNS: This should be set to Enable if you are using a DDNS • service. Server: This should be set to NightOwl when using Night Owl’s • free domain name service. Host Name: This should be set to the domain name that you •...

  • Page 56: E-Mail Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.3.2 E-Mail Menu   The E-Mail Menu allows you to configure email alert settings.   To access the E-Mail Menu, select the Advanced button, select COMM,   and then select E-Mail from the list on the left side of the screen. E-mail: Allows you to enable/disable email alerts.

  • Page 57: Upnp Menu

      Chapter 15: Advanced Menu   15.3.3 UPnP Menu   The UPnP Menu allows you to enable the UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) setting of the DVR.     To access the UPnP Menu, select the Advanced button, select COMM, and then select UPnP from the list on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 58: Ptz Menu

    Refer to your PTZ camera’s instruction manual for further details. PTZ camera is not included. Please keep in mind the Protocol and Baud Rate settings are configured specific to your camera. Night Owl cameras must be set to Pelco-D and 9600.

  • Page 59: Chapter 16: Record Search Menu

    Chapter 16: Record Search Menu Record Search Menu Use this menu to find, play back, and back up recorded video. 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 the DVR’s original settings.
  • Page 60 Chapter 16: Record Search Menu The Calendar lets you select the dates of recorded video you wish to play back. To access the Record Search Menu, select the Record Search button. The Calendar appears on the left. Calendar Left / Right Arrows: Switch between months and years. •...
  • Page 61 Chapter 16: Record Search Menu The File List shows a list of recordings. To access the Record Search Menu, select the Record Search button. The File List is on the right. File List CH: Indicates the channel that was recorded. •...
  • Page 62   Chapter 16: Record Search Menu   When you play back a recorded file, a number of controls are available. Use the Calendar, File List, and Playback button to playback recorded files.   The playback screen has the following buttons: Rewinds the recorded video.

  • Page 63: Chapter 17: Converting Files To Avi

      Chapter 17: Converting Files to AVI Chapter 16: Record Search Menu     Converting the .246 files to AVI format allows you to play back the recorded files on most multimedia players. AVI conversion involves selecting a file and then converting. Download and install the AVI Generator from •...

  • Page 64: Chapter 18: Disk Management Menu

      Chapter 18: Disk Management Menu   Disk Management Menu         The Disk Management menu allows you to view and manage recordings on your DVR’s hard disk drive (HD).                  ...
  • Page 65   Chapter 18: Disk Management Menu Chapter 16: Record Search Menu   To access the Disk Management menu, select the Disk Management button.                           Status: Indicates whether the HD is working (recording) or not •...

  • Page 66: Chapter 19: Information Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu Information Menu       Use this menu to access the Device, Network, Online, and Record Information menus.                     Be sure to Apply all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved.

  • Page 67: Device Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu   19.1 Device Menu   The Device Menu allows you to view the MAC Address, serial number and the firmware version of your DVR.     To access the Device Menu, select the Information button and then select  ...

  • Page 68: Network Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu   19.2.1 LAN Menu   The LAN Menu allows you to information about your Local Area Network (LAN). To access the LAN Menu, select the Information button, select Network, and then select LAN.      ...

  • Page 69: Pppoe Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu   19.2.2 PPPoE Menu   The PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) Menu allows you to view information about your network.     To access the PPPoE Menu, select the Information button, select Network,   and then select PPPoE.  ...

  • Page 70: Online Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu   19.3 Online Menu   The Online Menu allows you to view the computers that are currently connected to the DVR.     To access the Online Menu, select the Information button and then select  ...

  • Page 71: Record Menu

      Chapter 19: Information Menu   19.4 Record Menu   The Record Menu allows you to view the configured recording resolution of the DVR.     To access the Record Menu, select the Information button and then select   Record.  ...

  • Page 72: Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu

      Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu Maintenance Menu       Use this menu to access the Basic Maintenance Settings and Settings menus.                               Be sure to Apply all changes made to the menus. If you do not apply the changes, they will not be saved.

  • Page 73: Basic Menu

      Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu   20.1 Basic Menu   The Basic Menu allows you to perform firmware upgrades and maintain the DVR’s performance.     To access the Basic Menu, select the Maintenance button and then select   Basic. Auto Maintain: Allows you to choose when you would like your •...

  • Page 74: Firmware Upgrade

      Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu   20.1.1 Firmware Upgrade   Your system will periodically need a firmware upgrade to ensure optimal performance. Visit www.NightOwlSP.com to see if upgrades are available for your system.     To upgrade firmware:   Download and save the latest firmware upgrade for your system from www.NightOwlSP.com to your desktop.

  • Page 75: Settings Menu

      Chapter 20: Maintenance Menu   20.2 Settings Menu   The Settings Menu allows you to import or export the DVR’s settings.     To access the Settings Menu, select the Maintenance button and then select Settings.       Export Settings: Allows you to copy all of the settings on the DVR •...

  • Page 76: Chapter 21: Remote Access

      Chapter 21: Remote Access   This chapter will show you how to connect your DVR to the internet. You will learn how to properly connect your DVR to your router/modem and set up port configurations, internet configurations, Mobile configurations, and DDNS registration.

  • Page 77: Connection Of Dvr And Router/Modem

      Chapter 21: Remote Access   21.1 Connecting the DVR and Router/Modem   Use this section to learn how to connect the DVR to your router/modem.                              ...

  • Page 78: Windows Network Configuration

      Chapter 21: Remote Access   21.2 Windows Network Configuration   In this section you will determine basic information about your network     Make sure that the DVR is properly connected to the router/modem and that you have a Windows computer connected to the same router.  ...
  • Page 79   Chapter 21: Remote Access   4. Change the last three digits to 150. You will need this new number in a later step. (Example: Say you wrote down the IP Address 192.168.0.104. When the last digits are changed, the IP address will be 192.168.0.150.) 5.
  • Page 80   Chapter 21: Remote Access   Changing the Network Settings on the DVR   For the following steps, use the information that you just wrote down. To access the LAN Menu, select the Advanced button, select Network from the list on the left side of the screen, and then LAN.  ...

  • Page 81: Apple (Mac) Network Configuration

      Chapter 21: Remote Access   21.3 Apple (Mac) Network Configuration   Follow the steps in this section to configure remote access for an Apple Macintosh computer.     Make sure that the DVR is properly connected to the router/modem and that you have a Macintosh computer connected to the same router/modem.
  • Page 82   Chapter 21: Remote Access   Use the information that you just wrote down for the next steps.   To access the LAN Menu select Advanced button, select Network from the list on the left side of the screen, and then select the LAN tab.  ...
  • Page 83   Chapter 21: Remote Access   After you have configured the Network Settings, you will need to forward the necessary ports to be able to view the DVR over the Internet from anywhere in the world.     Refer to your router’s documentation to see how port forwarding works for that device.
  • Page 84 Chapter 21: Remote Access Chapter 22: Port Forwarding 5. You will need to enter a new port forwarding entry for each port that your DVR uses: Media Port (9000), Web Port (2051). Repeat the steps below 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 (e.g., 09000 becomes 9000, 192.168.000.150 becomes 192.168.0.150, and so on).

  • Page 85: Chapter 22: Port Forwarding

      Chapter 22: Port Forwarding   22.1 Checking the Ports After Port Forwarding   Once you have forwarded the necessary ports on your router, you should check to make sure they have been correctly forwarded.     1. Go to http://www.yougetsignal.com/tools/open-ports/.  ...

  • Page 86: Chapter 23: Ddns Registration

      Chapter 23: DDNS Registration   23.1 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 of whether the IP Address changes. If you do not have a static IP Address, you should use this option.
  • Page 87   Chapter 23: DDNS Registration   4. Create a domain name.     5. If the domain name that you have chosen is available, you will see a window that tells you that your domain was successfully created. (If the domain name is taken, try again until you find an available name.)  ...

  • Page 88: Adding Your New Domain Name To Your Dvr

    Chapter 23: DDNS Registration 23.2 Adding your New Domain Name to your DVR Use the DDNS Menu to configure DDNS setup after you have registered for a free domain name. To access the DDNS Menu, select the Advanced button, select COMM, and then select DDNS from the list on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 89: Chapter 24: Internet Viewing

    Chapter 24: Internet Viewing Use the Nightowl View or Control Management Software to access your DVR remotely over the Internet or within your local area network. Make sure that you have completed the steps in Chapters 21 and 22 of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this software.

  • Page 90: Dvr Login

      Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   24.2 DVR Login       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. •...

  • Page 91: Using Nightowl View

      Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   24.3 Using Nightowl View   You can use Internet Explorer to access one or more DVRs. It allows you to view live and recorded video over the internet.     Channel Information   The channel names, date, and time will be indicated on every channel in real time.
  • Page 92   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing                                   Play Control Takes a snapshot of the video. • Starts/stops recording on all channels. • Stops/plays the live video feed. •...
  • Page 93   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   PTZ Control   These control settings can only be used for cameras that have Pan, Tilt, and Zoom features. (A PTZ camera is not included.)                    ...
  • Page 94   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Playback   This screen lets you search, play back, and back up recorded videos. To access this menu, select the Playback button from the Menu Bar.                  ...
  • Page 95   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Playback (continued)   Use the bottom control panel for various video controls.         Plays the video. Pauses the video. Stops the video. Slows down the video. Speeds up the video. Shows each frame during playback. Captures an image.
  • Page 96   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Backup   This screen allows you to back up files to your computer.     To access this screen, select the Playback tab from the Menu Bar and then select the Record List button on the left side of the screen.  ...
  • Page 97   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Remote Setting   This screen allows you to access all of the DVR setting menus.     To access the Remote Setting screen, select the Remote Setting button from the Menu Bar.      ...

  • Page 98: Using Control Management Software (Cms-Nightowl View)

      Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   24.4 Using Control Management Software (CMS – Nightowl View)   You can use the CMS software to access one or more DVRs remotely over the Internet or within your local area network. Make sure that you have completed the Remote Access chapter of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this software.
  • Page 99 Type: Choose between Local and Server. Local allows you to • configure DVRs. Server allows you to enter a server address. For example, the Night Owl DDNS Server.   Server: This will be left blank if you chose Local. If you chose •...
  • Page 100   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Device List   This menu shows all DVRs that have been added to the CMS.   Device List: Lists all DVRs that have been added to the CMS. Allows you to refresh devices.   Allows you to add groups.
  • Page 101   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Device Tab   To add a device you must first add a group by selecting the plus (+) sign in the navigation pane. Next, right-click your mouse on the group that you would like to add the device to, and then select Add a Device.  ...
  • Page 102   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Channel Group Tab   To configure a Channel Group, select the plus (+) sign in the navigation pane.     1. Make sure that your DVRs are properly added to the software.   2. Give the Channel Group a name (e.g. Front Doors).  ...
  • Page 103   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Patrol Tab   To configure a patrol group you must select the plus (+) sign in the navigation pane. This allows the Channel Groups to rotate.                  ...
  • Page 104   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Panel Options   You can view live video on the DVRs, play back recorded video, and configure the setting of the DVRs.       Allows you to view the channels live. Allows you to play back recorded videos. Allows you to set the location for saved files.
  • Page 105   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Live View   While viewing live video, you can change the viewing options, capture images, turn audio on/off, configure the color of the channels, and control a PTZ camera.            ...
  • Page 106   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing       PTZ Control                                                   Allows you to move the camera manually in the direction of the arrows.
  • Page 107   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Live View     Color Settings   Adjusts the color of the image by changing the levels of red, green, blue, and yellow. Adjusts the brightness of the image. Adjusts the contrast of the colors. Adjusts the dominance of the hues.
  • Page 108   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Playback   This screen allows you to search, play back, and back up recorded videos. You must select the DVR from the Device List to view the recorded videos.            ...
  • Page 109   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   System Setting   This screen allows you set the location that the files will saved to.     System: Allows you set the location the image captures will saved •   Record: Allows you set the location the videos will saved to. •...
  • Page 110   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Remote Setting   This screen allows you to access the DVR setting menus.     You must select the DVR from the Device List to view the settings.     Information: Refer to Chapter 19 for details on configuration. •...
  • Page 111   Chapter 24: Internet Viewing   Event   This screen displays a list of all of the activity of the DVR.     Log Type: Allows you to choose the operation log or the alarm log. •     Operation Type: Shows the type of action that occurred in the •...

  • Page 112: Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application

    Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   The Night Owl Pro mobile application (available online) lets you access your DVR remotely using a tablet or Smartphone. Search for Night Owl Pro from your Apple or Android device and download the free application.  ...
  • Page 113   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   Device Page   This page allows you to add, edit, and delete devices. Make sure that you have completed Chapters 21 and 22 of this manual before trying to access the DVR using this application.
  • Page 114   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   Adding/Editing a Device   This screen allows you to add or edit a device based on information that was gathered in Chapter 21.                ...
  • Page 115   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   Live View   Live View lets you perform different functions during live viewing on a mobile device. You can view up to 16 channels on one screen.        ...
  • Page 116   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   Playback   The Playback screen lets you control several playback operations from your mobile device.                                ...
  • Page 117   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   Settings   This screen allows you to configure the settings of a device.       Information: Refer to Chapter 19 for details on configuration. •     Date/Time: Refer to Chapter 14.2 for details on configuration.
  • Page 118   Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application   More   This screen allows you to view help functions, configure push notifications, and set the permissions.                            ...

  • Page 119: Chapter 26: Specifications Of Dvr

      Chapter 26: DVR Specifications    ...

  • Page 120: Chapter 27: Information Log

      Chapter 25: Night Owl Pro Mobile Application Chapter 27: Information Log     Be sure to write down all of the important information below and place it in a secure location.     General DVR Information:   Admin Password: •...

  • Page 121: Chapter 28: Warranty

    Product is defective, the Purchaser must return the Product at Purchaser’s cost (no CODs) to the address below, with the original proof of purchase receipt. In its sole discretion, Night Owl will either repair or replace the Product at no additional cost to the Purchaser. Any replacement Product (or parts) will be covered by the same warranty as the original Product through the expiration date of the original warranty period.
  • Page 122 Product. In no event shall Night Owl be liable for any special or consequential damages arising from the use of the Product or arising from the malfunctioning or non-functioning of the Product, or for any delay in the performance of this warranty due to any cause beyond its control.
  • Page 123     Disclaimer   Certain uses, publication and/or distribution of video/audio recordings from security cameras and/or audio devices are prohibited or restricted by federal, state and local laws. When enabling and/or using audio recording features with your hidden security camera, be sure to comply with the laws in your country, state and locality.
  • Page 124   Chapter 28: Warranty  ...

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