Models: NVRPRO Series VIP Vision™ Network Video Recorder Quick Start Guide Thank you for purchasing a VIP Vision Network Video Recorder This Quick Start Guide covers basic setup, installation and use of your surveillance system. For the full user manual, instructional videos, tips on using your surveillance system & warranty information, please visit: www.vip-vision.com Version: VIPNVR-Q119.1...
1. Pre-Installation 1.1 Pre-Installation Safety Information Before connecting your NVR (network video recorder) or cameras, please ensure the following safe installation guidelines are adhered to. • Do not place cords from the NVR where they can be pinched or stepped on. •...
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1.3 NVR Rear Panel & Setup Diagram NOTE: Your NVR (network video recorder) model may differ - the 16 channel NVR (NVR16PRO7) is referenced below. Video Inputs: PoE/ePoE Audio: 1x channel RCA VGA: Video network ports for camera input/2x channel output for output for older data &...
2. NVR and Camera Configuration 2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard After successful connection and boot of your NVR, you will be taken through first-time setup for your surveillance system. Here you will configure system security and begin customising your NVR, including setting camera encoding options, record scheduling, network setup and remote view configuration.
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2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard (continued) 2.1.3 Automatic Updates Here, you can choose whether you want your system to Auto-check for updates. This feature will notify you whenever a new firmware update is available and downloads it from VIP Vision. For compatibility with future cameras and to receive security updates, we recommend automatic updates be turned on.
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2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard (continued) 2.1.5 Configuring TCP/IP, P2P, and Remote View NOTE: For the following section, please ensure the LAN (Local Area Network) is connected to your router or switch and that your Internet connection is available. Also, have your Internet connected phone or tablet ready for configuring surveillance remote view.
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2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard (continued) 2.1.6 Configuring Surveillance Cameras After configuring remote view, the Startup Wizard will take you to the Camera Registration menu. This menu will display all detected cameras. Users can also add camera manually. Device search: Search all network cameras in the same network segment. To add a camera, double click on the camera list or check the box then click Add button.
2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard (continued) 2.1.7 Configuring Recording Schedules Finally, you will be prompted to setup your Schedule for recording. Here you can define the recorded footage schedule in the Record menu (Fig. 2.11), and the recorded image snapshot schedule in the Snapshot menu. By default, cameras are set to non-stop Regular recording (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
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2.1 First Boot and Startup Wizard (continued) Setting Snapshot Schedule The Snapshot Storage Schedule is configured similarly to the Recording Schedule. For consistency between recording and snapshots, we recommend using the same settings used for the Recording Schedule. You have now set up motion detection & intelligent recording.
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2.2 Configuring Surveillance Cameras 2.2.1 Camera Quality & Bit Rate After the Startup Wizard has been completed. You can configure the camera via the Encode menu. This section determines the overall quality of footage recorded by your NVR. These can be adjusted to optimise for video quality or recording time, depending on your preference.
3. Installing Cameras 3.1 Maximising Camera Effectiveness To maximise the effectiveness of your surveillance cameras, follow these guidelines for camera mounting. • Avoid pointing cameras directly at light sources. • Consider how the sunlight changes during the day. Mount your camera where sunlight has minimum impact. •...
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3.2 Mounting Surveillance Cameras (continued) NOTE: Diagrams shown below assume camera to be mounted on masonry. Cameras mounted on drywall (gyprock, plasterboard, etc.) will require special mounting screws or toggles (not included). Self-tapping Wall plugs Cables screws Camera Base Surface Locking screw Fig.
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4. Footage Playback 4.1 Accessing Stored Footage To access footage playback, select the Search button from the Main Menu. Stored footage can be accessed by searching by date and refined by footage type (Regular, Motion Detection, Alarm, etc). The below image details the playback interface with footage selected.
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5. Footage Backup & Viewing 5.1 Backup Footage to USB Should you wish to preserve recorded footage before it is overwritten, you will need to perform a footage backup. Footage can be exported from your NVR in a .DAV or .MP4 file. A .DAV file will require conversion for sharing, whereas an .MP4 file is compatible with most video players on Windows or Mac PCs.
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5.2 Viewing Footage on a Computer The following details instructions for viewing footage on Windows or Mac personal computers. Video conversion may need to take place for viewing on other devices, eg: smartphones, tablets, etc. Now you have backed up footage to a USB device in .DAV or .MP4 format, you are ready to view on a personal computer. •...
6. Intelligent Functions NOTE: Before enabling Face Detection or Tripwire, ensure that you’ve configured Intelligent recording schedules (refer to 2.1.5 Configuring Recording Schedules), or these functions will not work. Intelligent Video Systems (IVS) let your CCTV system go beyond surveillance, delivering advanced & powerful detection tools.
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6.1.3 Smart Search (Face Detect) 1. From the Main Menu, select Smart Play and then Face Detection. 2. From here, you can search through every face detection event in a certain period of time. 3. If any faces were detected in the specified timeframe, they will be displayed along with a timestamp.
7. Troubleshooting This concludes the Quick Start Guide covering the basic functionality of your VIP Vision Surveillance system. Should you encounter any difficulties with your setting up and using your system, please first refer to the tables below or visit the Contact Us section on the VIP Vision website at www.vip-vision.com.
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Notes Visit www.vip-vision.com for full user manual and support...
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