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Summary of Contents for Night Owl HDA10 Series
- Page 1 QUICK SETUP GUIDE HDA10 SERIES www.NightOwlSP.com...
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Page 2: What's In The Box
What’s in the Box Package Contents Disclaimer: The exact components of your system, images and quantities may vary depending on your model number. While these may vary, this QSG will address the setup and initial configuration of your DVR and cameras. Camera(s) USB Mouse (x1) 60 ft. -
Page 3: Product Overview
Product Overview DVR Rear View Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly. An 8 channel model is displayed above. 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. - Page 4 Updating Your System’s Firmware Before setting up your system, you must update your DVR’s firmware. Please follow the steps detailed herein. If you do not update your firmware, you will be unable to use this QSG or the updated Startup Wizard. Connect one end of the included Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the back of the DVR.
- Page 5 Next, connect the DVR to your TV/monitor using the provided HDMI cable. If your TV/monitor does not have an HDMI port, you may use a VGA cable (not provided). NOTE: To view cameras, TV/ HDMI Monitor must be tuned to the same Input the HDMI is plugged into.
- Page 6 Updating Your System’s Firmware Next, you will be prompted to login to the DVR. DO NOT enter a password. Instead, select Login and bypass the password request at this time. NOTE: Once the firmware has updated, you will begin the Startup Wizard and will create a password at that time.
- Page 7 After the firmware has finished updating, your DVR will automatically reboot. Once the reboot has occurred, you will be directed to the Startup Wizard to begin configuring your system. Thank you for updating your firmware!
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Page 8: Connecting Your System
Connecting Your System HDMI HDMI You may also connect using VGA (not included) Plug one end of the included Plug the other end of the HDMI HDMI cable into the HDMI cable into the back of your port on the back of the DVR. TV or monitor. - Page 9 FROM CAMERA TO CAMERA Make sure you twist and lock BNC connectors Audio enabled cameras will have a white RCA connector to transmit audio signal (Optional). Connect the ends of the cable Connect the BNC connector of attached to the camera to the the video/power cable labeled ends of a video/power cable TO DVR ONLY to an open video...
- Page 10 Please ensure you provide a valid email address in case your ever forget your account information. Remember Your Password Night Owl strongly recommends writing down your password within the Quick Setup Guide. You will need it every time you log into your DVR and to remotely view on a Smart Device.
- Page 11 When you reach the ‘Camera/Channel Settings’ screen, you will want to have installed the cameras in their final position. Please make sure you have mounted cameras at least 7ft. above the ground and angled them slightly down. The infrared sensor works best for ‘side to side’...
- Page 12 Creating Additional Users within the DVR The admin of the DVR has more privileges than standard users. When configuring your system for remote viewing, we strongly recommend not giving more than one (1) smart device admin access. Up to three (3) users can remotely view the DVR simultaneously.
- Page 13 NOTE: Setup is the same for phone and tablet. Disclaimer: The images of the Night Owl HD App are taken ™ from the Android version of the application. If you are using a iOS device, the interface may vary slightly;...
- Page 14 Using Night Owl HD Select the Add tab in the top right corner of your screen to add your DVR. Select the blue Scan button to utilize Owl Scan. NOTE: You may also elect to manually enter the P2P ID which can be located within the System Menu of your DVR.
- Page 15 Using your phone’s built-in camera, hover the lens over the QR code on the top of the DVR and wait for it to successfully scan. Enter the password of your DVR and then select Save. NOTE: Your DVR password should be stored on page 9 of this QSG.
- Page 16 Live View: Displays real-time footage of your system. Remote Playback: View recordings and images and save them to your phone’s album. Saved Video: View video saved to your Night Owl HD App. Saved Images: View images saved to your Night Owl HD App.
- Page 17 Using Night Owl HD CMS Software Access your DVR from any computer, anywhere! Main View Remote Playback Group Device Management Viewing live video, View system recordings Add and configure available controlling PTZ and images and save DVRs and cameras on your...
- Page 18 Using Night Owl HD CMS Software Night Owl HD CMS Software The Night Owl HD Control Management Software (CMS) allows you to view your Night Owl Security system remotely from a PC or Mac . Additionally, you can playback recorded video, save ®...
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Page 19: Frequently Asked Questions
5. Why am I not able to add my DVR to the Night Owl HD App? In order to successfully add your DVR to the Night Owl HD App, you must enter the password for your DVR verbatim. This password should be stored on page 5 of this QSG and will be the same password you use to login to your DVR. - Page 20 For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more: Please visit www.NightOwlSP.com. Click the Support tab. Type HDA10 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...
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