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Jennifer
April 27, 2025

I need to reset my even 20B-41 system

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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025

To reset a replacement camera on the Night Owl WNVR201 Series system:

1. Power on the replacement camera using its power adapter near the NVR.
2. With the NVR connected to a TV/monitor, right-click to access the Main Menu.
3. Go to the Camera Menu and select the "Add Camera" tab.
4. Press and hold the reset button on the replacement camera until you hear a beep.
5. Wait up to 3 minutes for the reset process to complete.

This process resets the camera, not the entire system. A full system reset procedure is not provided in the context.

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL WNVR201 SERIES www.NightOwlSP.com Specifically Specifically Designed for Designed for Smartphones Tablets...
  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing Night Owl Security Products! By purchasing a Night Owl product, you receive a one (1) year warranty covering manufacturing defects in material and workmanship. In addition to warranty and technical support benefits, you will have access to our multitude of free instructional “How to Videos”.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    7.1.4 Password Creation ..............28 7.1.5 Date and Time Setup .............30 7.1.6 Night Owl Apps ..............31 7.1.6 (a) Using Night Owl X and Night Owl X HD ......33 7.1.6 (b) App Overview ............36 7.1.7 Password Verification .............37 7.1.8 Camera/Channel Settings ............37 7.1.9 Camera Positioning ..............38...
  • Page 5 Chapter 12: User Information ................83 Customer Support ................... Back Cover Night Owl’s NVRs are manufactured for quality and ease of use. As such, our NVRs contain menus designed for advanced users that should not be adjusted without having enhanced knowledge regarding the menu. In most cases the default settings allow for optimal functionality.
  • Page 6 CHAPTER 1 FCC WARNINGS...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Fcc Warnings

    Chapter 1: FCC Warnings This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) 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 8 CHAPTER 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Safety Instructions

    Chapter 2: Safety Instructions 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 NVR CASE OR ITS OPENINGS. Inserting metal into the NVR case may cause electric shock. DO NOT OPERATE IN WET OR DUSTY AREAS.
  • Page 10 CHAPTER 3 APP OVERVIEW...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3: App Overview

    Chapter 3: App Overview Night Owl fits right in with your mobile lifestyle by allowing you to remotely monitor your home or business. Our free and exclusive Night Owl X app for iOS and Android™ phones and Night Owl X HD for iOS ®...
  • Page 12 CHAPTER 4 SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 13: Chapter 4: Specifications

    Items Not Included and Mounting Hardware (1 for every 4 cameras) RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 Mounting Hardware Safety Stickers USB Mouse (x1) Monitor Router NOTE: For best results, use the included Night Owl accessories. Third party accessories may not work properly.

  • Page 14: Nvr Diagram

    4.2.1 NVR Diagram Once you have downloaded Night Owl X or Night Owl X HD and connected your NVR to your router, you can network your NVR by scanning the QR code which is located on the top of the NVR.

  • Page 15: Camera Diagram

    4.2.2 Camera Diagram CAMERA 300 ft. Wireless Range (line of sight) 1080p Resolution Night Vision up to 100 ft. Wide Viewing Angle 100º IR Cut Filter Infrared PIR Sensor 2-Way Audio 3-Axis Mounting Bracket (Vandal-Proof Wire Camera Protection) Connect all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all components function properly. 4.2.3 Mouse Diagram MOUSE Left/Select Button...
  • Page 16 CHAPTER 5 CAMERA INSTALLATION...

  • Page 17: Chapter 5: Camera Installation

    Chapter 5: Camera Installation 5.1 Power Connect all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all components function properly. Locate the antenna included with each camera. Fasten the antenna to the camera. Camera Antenna Camera(s) (1 per camera) Locate the camera power adapter and connect it to a surge protector, UPS or wall outlet. Connect the camera power adapter to camera.

  • Page 18: Mounting The Cameras

    5.2 Mounting the Cameras Connect all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all components function properly. Camera distance from NVR. Your wireless IP cameras will reach up to 300 ft. wirelessly. Therefore, proper placement of the wireless NVR in your home will help ensure you achieve maximum coverage. Do NOT place near high voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference.
  • Page 19 Follow these instructions to correctly install your cameras. Locate a camera and choose a location where you would like to mount the camera. Indicate screw positions by marking three holes on the surface where you plan to mount the camera, using the holes in the camera base as a guide.
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 6 INSTALLATION...

  • Page 21: Chapter 6: Nvr Installation

    Chapter 6: NVR Installation 6.1 Connecting Your Wireless NVR Connect the two included antennas to your wireless NVR. This will ensure you achieve the maximum wireless range for transmission from your wireless cameras. Plug one end of the included HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the back of the Wireless NVR. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the back of your TV or monitor.
  • Page 22 Select the appropriate video input channel on your TV or monitor to view the NVR. Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back of the Wireless NVR. ETHERNET Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a port on the back of your router. ETHERNET Router not included The Camera and NVR power adapters will be appropriately labeled.
  • Page 23 CHAPTER 7 GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 24: Chapter 7: Getting Started

    Chapter 7: Getting Started 7.1 Startup Wizard When your NVR is powered on it will display the Night Owl logo while initializing. After initialization, you will be prompted to use the Startup Wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions to: Complete the basic setup of your NVR.

  • Page 25: Camera Test

    7.1.1 Camera Test The Camera Test screen of the Startup Wizard serves as a reminder to test the camera connections to the www.NightOwlSP.com NVR. If a connected camera displays a “No Signal” message, please visit and click on the Support tab. NOTE: It may take up to 3 minutes for your wireless cameras to appear on screen.
  • Page 26 The Advanced Network Configuration tab is recommended only for advanced users. Once the Internet connection has been established, the Startup Wizard will display a successful connection screen. If your NVR is not able to establish Internet connectivity, a connection failed screen will appear. Follow the instructions on this screen to re-test the network.

  • Page 27: Firmware Check

    7.1.3 Firmware Check The Firmware Check screen of the Startup Wizard will automatically check for updated firmware for your NVR. NOTE: If your NVR does not have a network connection, the firmware will not update. When the firmware for your NVR is updated to the most current version, the Startup Wizard will display the above screen.

  • Page 28: Password Creation

    The Password Creation screen of the Startup Wizard requires you to create an admin password for your NVR system. Night Owl strongly suggests that you write down your admin password on page 7 of the Quick Setup Guide of your NVR, as you will be required to log in any time you want to configure or adjust your system settings.
  • Page 29 If you have forgotten your Admin password, simply click on the “Forget Password” tab in the Startup Wizard. A Secure Code will be sent to your recovery email address. Use the Secure Code to restart your NVR and create a new password.

  • Page 30: Date And Time Setup

    7.1.5 Date and Time Setup The Date and Time Setup screen of the Startup Wizard will allow you to set the current date and time. You may choose to use Network Time Protocol (NTP) to auto-configure the current date and time. To use NTP, check the Enable box next to Sync Time, then click Sync Now.

  • Page 31: Night Owl Apps

    By selecting Setup, next to Daylight Savings Time (DST), you can adjust how your NVR responds to DST. 7.1.6 Night Owl Apps The Night Owl Startup Wizard gives you information on where to find the Night Owl X app and how it can be used to remotely view your NVR recordings and live stream.
  • Page 32 Once you have installed the Night Owl X or Night Owl X HD app on your smart device and created an account, you can scan the QR code on the Startup Wizard to configure your NVR with the Night Owl X or Night Owl X HD app! Night Owl recommends using the same recovery email address that you previously used in the Startup Wizard when creating your Ngiht Owl X or Night Owl X HD account.

  • Page 33: A) Using Night Owl X And Night Owl X Hd

    “Night Owl (no_reply@NightOwlsp.com)” . NOTE: You MUST complete Step 3 before continuing! Go to your email, open the confirmation email from Night Owl, and click the “Confirm Email” link. You MUST confirm your email to use the app!
  • Page 34 When adding a new device, it may take 5–10 minutes before you begin receiving notifications. A device can be added to the Night Owl X app by using the application’s Smart Auto Detection or through a QR Code Setup. With Smart Auto Detection, your NVR will automatically be detected by the Night Owl X software, making connecting easy! To use this preferred method, ensure your Smart Device and NVR are both on the same network.
  • Page 35 On the Device Login screen, enter the login information for the NVR (Remember, the NVR login and Night Owl X app login are different). The NVR username is admin by default. If you are not the admin, login with your username credentials.

  • Page 36: B) App Overview

    7.1.6 (b) App Overview Live View Displays real-time footage of your system. Playback Notifications Settings View recordings & Manage custom Display connected devices, images and save them Push Notifications. change view layout, view to your phone’s album. favorites, manage accounts and access the help section.

  • Page 37: Password Verification

    7.1.7 Password Verification The Password Verification screen of the Startup Wizard will display your Admin password. Night Owl strongly recommends storing your password on page 7 of your NVR’s Quick Setup Guide. 7.1.8 Camera/Channel Settings The Camera/Channel Settings screen of the Startup Wizard serves as a reminder to mount your system’s cameras...

  • Page 38: Camera Positioning

    The Camera Positioning screen of the Startup Wizard shows how you can use the Live View feature of the Night Owl X or Night Owl X HD app to easily adjust your camera’s position and viewing angle. 7.1.10 Channel Configuration The Channel Configuration screen of the Startup Wizard explains in detail how you will configure your channel settings.
  • Page 39 The second Channel Configuration screen of the Startup Wizard allows you to configure the following channel settings: Edit channel name. Turn on/off alarm (push notifications). Define motion detection area. Adjust motion sensitivity. Configure channel recording schedule: 24/7 Motion – Channel records when motion is detected. 24/7 Continuous –...
  • Page 40 The Custom Record Schedule Menu allows the user to set each individual camera to record Continuously or by Motion. Select the type of recording you would like to activate. Click and drag your cursor over the table to fill the desired date and time blocks. Click and drag over active blocks to deselect. By default, all channels are set to 24/7 Motion.

  • Page 41: Default View

    7.1.11 Default View The Default View screen of the Startup Wizard allows you to select the default view of the monitor connected to your NVR. Depending on your NVR’s channel limit, you may select several viewing options from the drop-down menu: Quad View: 1 channel onscreen Quad View: 4 channels onscreen Quad View: 6 channels onscreen...

  • Page 42: Helpful Links

    Remote Viewing Support page For more information, visit www.NightOwlSP.com and click the Support tab at the top of the page. 7.1.13 Wizard Complete Once you have successfully completed the Startup Wizard, click Finish to begin using your Night Owl NVR.

  • Page 43: Live View (Login And Icons)

    7.2 Live View (Login and Icons) This section will discuss the Live View status icons and how to control and manage your NVR using the channel toolbar and mouse menu. 7.2.1 Live View (All Channels) After you have completed the Startup Wizard for your NVR, you will see the Live View screen. Live View is the default display mode of the NVR.

  • Page 44: Right Click Menu

    7.2.2 Right-Click Menu Menu: Opens the Main Menu. Lock: Locks the system (log out), making it necessary to enter the password to access any NVR menus. Startup Wizard: Launches the Startup Wizard. Multi-Camera View: Select a multi-screen viewing option, where you’ll be able to see multiple video feeds at once.

  • Page 45: Login/Forgot Password

    7.2.3 Login/Forgot Password Anytime you want to configure or adjust your system settings you will be required to log in by entering your username and password. It’s important you save your login information or you won’t be able to access your NVR.

  • Page 46: Video Playback

    7.3 Video Playback Video Image: Shows an image of the cameras that have video for the search parameters entered. Date: Allows you to search by date. Camera: Allows you to search certain cameras. Motion/Continuous: Allows you to search for Motion or Continuous recordings. Search: Activates the search based on the criteria established above and shows the recordings found on the table below.
  • Page 47 CHAPTER 8 MENUS AND SETTINGS...

  • Page 48: Chapter 8: Menus And Settings

    Chapter 8: Menus and Settings Some menu screens will allow you to copy similar settings to multiple channels. Choose the channel you would like to copy information from in the first drop-down box (Copy), then select the channel you would like to copy the information to from the second drop-down box (To).
  • Page 49 Menu The main menu lets you access many of your NVR’s great features. You can customize camera names, keep track of recent events, create recording schedules, configure advanced motion detection settings, check up on the hard drive’s condition and change other NVR settings. General: Will allow you to access Display, Network, DDNS and Video Alarm submenus and manage the settings for those categories for your NVR.

  • Page 50: General Menu

    8.1 General Menu The general menu will allow you to access display and network settings for your NVR system. 8.1.1 Display Menu Transparency: Modify the menu transparency when displayed on screen. VGA Resolution: Optimize the display resolution to best fit your TV/monitor. By default, the optimal resolution will be auto-selected by the NVR.

  • Page 51: Network

    8.1.2 Network ADVANCED Find network values and optimize connectivity based on your Internet connection. In most cases the values should populate automatically once your NVR is connected to the Internet. The values in this section should only be adjusted if you are an advanced user and have extensive experience in device networking. DHCP: Network configuration mode that gathers the network values automatically from DHCP server.

  • Page 52: Ddns

    8.1.3 DDNS DDNS Function: Enable or disable the usage of the DDNS service on the NVR. DDNS Provider: Set to the NightowlNVR server when using the Night Owl free domain name server. (default and only option). URL: Set to the URL name you created when registering your DDNS.

  • Page 53: Video Alarm

    Copy To: Allows you to copy this menu’s settings from one camera to another. PIR Enable: This option activates Night Owl Smart Detection Technology based on PIR detection. It’s enabled by default, disable if you would like to use standard motion detection. To have your NVR record motion beyond the parameters of the PIR technology, you must disable the PIR sensor.

  • Page 54: A) Notification Schedule

    8.1.4 (a) Notification Schedule Schedule #: Allows you to set up to 4 ranges throughout the day where motion alerts will be sent to your smart device. Weekday: Allows you to select which day the schedule applies to. 8.1.4 (b) Area Setup Instructions: A series of instructions on how to set the motion detection area.

  • Page 55: Cameras Menu

    8.2 Cameras Menu Adjust or modify individual camera settings connected to your NVR. 8.2.1 Status Table: Table shows the cameras connected to the NVR, the resolution of the main or sub stream video, the maximum speed at which that stream will be transmitted and the firmware version of the camera. Refresh: Refreshes the information in the table.

  • Page 56: Add Camera

    8.2.2 Add Camera Protocol: Establishes the protocol used by the NVR when it is looking for cameras to pair with. Table 1: Shows the cameras available to pair with the NVR. Table 2: Shows the cameras already paired to the NVR. Wireless Add: Initiates the discovering and pairing process for available wireless cameras.

  • Page 57: A) Edit

    8.2.2 (a) Edit IPCam Model: Shows the protocol of the camera. IP Address: Network address of the connected camera. Subnet Mask: The range of IP addresses that can be found in the network. This should always be set to the default address 255.255.255.000.

  • Page 58: B) Wireless Add

    This option may not be available for all third party wireless cameras. For best results, we recommend always using a Night Owl compatible camera. Allow Repeated Add: Allows you to keep the cameras in Table 2 in Table 1 as well.

  • Page 59: D) Manual Edit

    8.2.2 (d) Manual Edit Camera: Select the camera you want to edit. Protocol: Shows the protocol of the selected camera. Private (Night Owl), ONVIF (Standard). IP Address: Network address of the connected camera. Port: Allows access to your camera with your computer through your LAN or the Internet. The default value is 80.

  • Page 60: E) Repeater

    8.2.2 (e) Repeater Diagram: Shows the dependency of the Wi-Fi signal for each camera connected. What is shown in the above diagram is CH1, CH2, CH3, CH6 and CH7 connected directly to the NVR, CH4 connected in Daisy Chain to CH3 where CH3 works also as a repeater and CH5 connected in Daisy Chain to CH4 where CH4 works also as a repeater.

  • Page 61: A) Image Settings

    8.2.3 (a) Image Settings Hue: Changes the color mix of the image. Brightness: Changes how light the image appears. This feature does not extend or enhance night vision mode. Saturation: Alters how much color is displayed in the image. The higher the saturation, the more bright and vivid colors will appear.

  • Page 62: Video Quality

    8.2.4 Video Quality Camera: Select which camera to edit. Resolution: Choose a resolution based on your TV or monitor capabilities. Resolution by default is 1080p (1920 x 1080). Limited Rate: Adjusts the amount of data transferred while streaming. The default setting is sufficient for most networks.

  • Page 63: Cam Firmware Upgrade

    8.2.5 Cam Firmware Upgrade Table: Shows the IP and firmware version of all connected cameras. Camera Firmware Update From: Allows you to choose the source of the firmware upgrade (Network or USB). Network is preferred. Start: Begins the process of updating the firmware of the selected camera.

  • Page 64: Record

    8.3 Record The Record menu will allow access to the Record Settings and Export Recordings submenus. From these submenus, it will be possible to manage the settings for those categories. 8.3.1 Status Camera: Choose which camera to edit. Continuous: Enable the selection of the continuous recording in the time diagram. Motion: Enable the selection of the motion recording in the time diagram.

  • Page 65: Export Recordings

    8.3.2 Export Recordings Search and playback all recorded video from this menu. Choose your desired date and times from the options below, then click Play to view recorded video. Right-click to exit back to the menu screen. Camera: Select which camera(s) to search for recordings. Recording Mode: Select which recording type to search for.

  • Page 66: Hard Drive

    8.4 Hard Drive Hard Disk List: List of all the hard drives, including their characteristics, installed on the NVR. Format: Reformats the HDD, erasing all stored recordings. If the HDD is malfunctioning, a reformat is recommended before replacement. Disable: Allows you to choose Disable or Enable the automatic deletion of old files. This feature, if Enabled, will automatically delete all files not within the specified day range.

  • Page 67: System

    8.5 System The System menu will allow access to the System Settings, including, NVR WiFi Settings, User Management, Device Info, Log and Camera Speed submenus. From these submenus, it will be possible manage the settings for those categories of the NVR. 8.5.1 System Settings Time Zone: Select the correct time zone for your location.

  • Page 68: A) Advance

    8.5.1 (a) Advance Sync Time Server: Choose which NTP server to sync the date and time with. Preference Host: Allows the user to set the desired NTP server. Auto Sync Time: Determine how often the NTP server will sync. Schedule: Schedule the NTP server sync. 8.5.1 (b) Setup Enable: Enable or Disable the DST.

  • Page 69: Nvr Wifi Settings

    8.5.2 NVR WiFi Settings SSID: The Wi-Fi name of the NVR. Connect Information: Lists all of the MAC addresses for connected cameras and their signal strength. 8.5.3 User Management Set Password: Change the password for the selected user.

  • Page 70: Device Info

    Support Web: Night Owl support site web address. QR Code: QR code that represents the UID number of the NVR. You can scan this when performing a QR code setup to add this NVR to the Night Owl X or Night Owl X HD App.

  • Page 71: Log

    8.5.5 Log Event Type: Select the type of event log you would like to Search for. Each choice corresponds to an action or event that was triggered and noted within the system. From Time: The date and time to start the search. Till Time: The date and time to finish the search.

  • Page 72: Maintain

    8.6 Maintain The Maintain menu will allow access to the Sys Maintenance, Firmware Update and Factory Default submenus. From these submenus, it will be possible manage the settings for these categories. 8.6.1 Sys Maintenance Auto Reboot: Determine how often an auto reboot will occur. Schedule: Schedule the reboot frequency.

  • Page 73: Firmware Update

    8.6.2 Firmware Update Manual Update: Manually update the NVR firmware. Start: Begin the manual update using the chosen method. Automatic Update: Will check for the latest firmware online. Requires an Internet connection. Upgrade when finish download: The system will install the firmware after it is downloaded. 8.6.3 Factory Default Features: By default, All is selected.
  • Page 74 CHAPTER 9 GLOSSARY...

  • Page 75: Chapter 9: Glossary

    Chapter 9: Glossary DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating hostnames, address or other information like a URL on a given name server. DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a server to automatically assign a device and IP address. IP: Internet Protocol.
  • Page 76 CHAPTER 10 WARRANTY...

  • Page 77: Chapter 10: Warranty

    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 nonfunctioning of the Product or for any delay in the performance of this warranty due to any cause beyond its control.
  • Page 78 Returns Under This Warranty In order to obtain service, please make sure that you have registered your product on-line no later than thirty (30) days after purchase at www.NightOwlSP.com in the warranty registration section or in any other manner described in the instructions. 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.
  • Page 79 CHAPTER 11 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 80: Chapter 11: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 11: Troubleshooting If a problem occurs, you may be able to easily correct it yourself. The following table describes some common issues and their most likely solutions. Please refer to the table before calling technical support. Error Possible Causes Solutions 1.
  • Page 81 Error Possible Causes Solutions Audio cables are loose or have Check the AUDIO connection to been disconnected. the NVR. The image on the NVR appears, Right click in Live View and en- Audio channels are disable. but does not have sound. sure Volume is enabled.
  • Page 82 CHAPTER 12 USER INFORMATION...

  • Page 83: Chapter 12: User Information

    Chapter 12: User Information Be sure to write down all the important information below and place it in a secure location. General NVR Information NOTE: Your Component Model Number can be found by accessing the System menu and Device Info submenu. Admin Password: User Password: Component Model Number:...
  • Page 84 For troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more: Please visit www.NightOwlSP.com. Click the Support tab. Type WNVR201 in the top right search bar. Access the support material needed. Contact Us PHONE (English, Spanish & French) Sales/ Technical Support 1.866.390.1303 Live Chat 24/7, 365 days a year EMAIL Sales Support Sales@NightOwlSP.com...

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