Dvr Diagram - Night Owl C80XFR Series User Manual

3.2.1 DVR Diagram

Once you have downloaded Night Owl Connect and connected your DVR to your router, you can network
your DVR by scanning the QR Code which is located on the top of the DVR.
QR Code
Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly depending on your model number.
Video Inputs – Allows for the connection of BNC wired cameras. Wireless cameras connect to the
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DVR's built-in Wi-Fi.
Audio Output – Allows for the connection of an amplified speaker using an RCA connector.
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HDMI Output – Allows for the video connection. If the TV/Monitor has an HDMI input, connect the
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HDMI cable from the HDMI output port on the DVR to the HDMI input port on your TV/Monitor.
NOTE: Preferred method.
VGA Output – Allows for the video connection. If the TV/Monitor has a VGA input, connect the VGA
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cable from the VGA output port on the DVR to the VGA input port on your TV/Monitor. (VGA Cable not
included. VGA Port not available on all models.)
Audio Inputs – Allows for the connection of audio enabled cameras by connecting the white RCA
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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. (VGA Cable not included)
USB Ports – Allows for the connections of a USB mouse and/or a USB flash drive. You will connect
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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.
RJ-45 (Ethernet) Port – Used to connect the DVR to your router/modem via the included Ethernet cable.
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RS-485 (PTZ) Port – Allows for the connection of a Pan-Tilt- Zoom (PTZ) camera.
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NOTE: Some PTZ cameras utilize Up-the-Coax (UTC) technology and will not require the RS-485 port to function.
Power Input – Used to connect the included 12V DC power supply.
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FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
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