Night Owl XHD Series User Manual page 13

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1. Video Inputs – video inputs allow for the connection of BNC cameras.
2. Audio Output – audio output allows for the connection of an amplified speaker.
3. Audio Inputs – audio inputs allow for the connection of audio enabled cameras
by connecting the white RCA plug to one of the audio inputs. After making
the audio input connection, be sure to enable the audio function in the DVR's
menu interface.
4. HDMI Output – HDMI output allows for the video connection. If the TV/Monitor
has an HDMI input, connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI output port on
the DVR to the HDMI input port on your TV/Monitor.
5. VGA Output – VGA output allows for the video connection. If the TV/Monitor
has a VGA input, connect the VGA cable from the VGA output port on the DVR
to the VGA input port on your TV/Monitor. (VGA Cable not included)
6. RJ-45 (Ethernet) Port – RJ-45 port will be used to connect the DVR to
your router/modem via the included Ethernet cable. Keep in mind, you can
quickly network your DVR to begin viewing your cameras remotely right from
your mobile device by completing the DVR's Startup Wizard once you have
connected the DVR to your router and powered on the DVR.
7. USB Ports – USB ports allow for the connections of a USB mouse and/or a
USB flash drive. You will connect the included USB mouse to assist you in
navigating the DVRs menu interface. You will connect a USB flash drive to
download video files from the DVR and save them to your USB flash drive.
8. RS-485 (PTZ) Port – RS-485 port allows for the connection of a Pan-
Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera. Some PTZ cameras utilize Up the Cable (UTC)
technology and will not require the RS-485 port to function.
9. Power Input – power input to connect the included 12V DC power supply.
Chapter 3: Specifications
VIDEO IN
Video Inputs
REAR VIEW
An 8 channel model is displayed above.
Audio VGA
Output Output
VGA
AUDIO OUT HDMI
HDMI
Output
RJ-45
(Ethernet)
Port
AUDIO IN LAN / USB RS485
Audio USB RS-485
Inputs Ports (PTZ)
Port
Power
POWER
12V
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