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Summarization of Contents
Important Safeguards and Warnings
Electrical, Transportation, and Installation Safety
Covers electrical safety codes, transportation security, and installation precautions for safe operation.
Environment and Accessories
Specifies environmental conditions for NVR placement and guidelines for using accessories.
Lithium Battery Precautions
Details safety warnings and disposal instructions related to lithium batteries used in the device.
1 Features and Specifications
1.1 Overview and 1.2 Features
Introduces the NVR's capabilities and lists key features like surveillance, playback, and alarm functions.
1.3 Specifications (NVR 6000/6064 Series)
Provides detailed technical specifications for NVR 6000/6064 models, including processor, memory, and case details.
NVR 724-256 Series Specifications
Outlines technical specifications for the NVR 724-256 series, covering system, audio, video, and network interfaces.
NVR 600 Series Specifications
Lists technical specifications for the NVR 600 series, including system, audio, video, and HDD parameters.
Record, Playback, Backup, and Network Functions
Details record modes, playback options, backup functions, and network management features.
User Management, Upgrade, and General Parameters
Covers user management, device upgrade, and general operating parameters like power and temperature.
2 Front Panel and Rear Panel
2.1 Front Panel Components
Describes the front panel layout, buttons, and indicator lights for NVR 6000/6064 and 600 series.
2.2 Rear Panel Connections
Details the rear panel ports and connections for NVR 6000/6064 and 600 series, including power and I/O.
2.3 Alarm Connection and Details
Provides instructions for connecting alarm inputs/outputs and details for NVR 6000/6064 series.
2.4 Mouse Operation
Explains how to use the mouse for navigation and interaction within the NVR interface.
3 Local Basic Operation
3.1 Boot up, Shutdown, and Startup Wizard
Guides on powering the NVR on/off and navigating the initial setup wizard.
3.3 Navigation Bar and Interface Elements
Explains the navigation bar and basic interface elements for system operation.
Main Menu and Dual-screen Operation
Details accessing the main menu and discusses dual-screen functionality and its limitations.
Preview Functions and Controls
Covers output screen selection, tours, PTZ control, color adjustment, and search interface.
Channel Info, Remote Device, Network, and HDD Management
Explains viewing channel info, managing remote devices, and configuring network/HDD settings.
3.4 Remote Device Management
3.4.1 Connecting Remote Devices
Guides on adding and connecting remote cameras or devices to the NVR system.
3.4.2 Shortcut Menu and 3.4.3 Image Settings
Explains shortcut menu access and adjusting image parameters like brightness and contrast.
3.4.5 Network Camera Upgrade Process
Details the steps for upgrading the firmware of connected network cameras.
3.5 Preview and Display Settings
3.5.1 Preview Interface and 3.5.2 Control Interface
Describes the preview screen layout and the controls for video playback and digital zoom.
3.5.4 Preview Display Effect Setup
Covers customizing display effects, including time/channel titles, screen modes, and resolution.
3.6 PTZ Control Configuration
3.6.1 PTZ Settings and Cable Connection
Details PTZ device connections and initial setup parameters like protocol and address.
3.6.2 PTZ Operation and Control
Explains how to control PTZ cameras using the interface, including direction, zoom, and preset functions.
3.6.2.1 PTZ Function Setup: Presets, Tours, Patterns
Guides on setting up PTZ presets, tours, patterns, and scan operations for automated camera control.
3.7 Recording and Snapshot Management
3.7.1 Encode Settings for Video Streams
Covers configuring encoding parameters for main and extra video streams, including compression and frame rate.
3.7.1.2 Overlay Settings for Video
Explains how to add overlays like time, channel titles, and privacy masks to the video feed.
3.7.2 Schedule Recording Setup
Details setting up recording schedules based on time periods, weekdays, and holidays.
3.7.2.2 Schedule Snapshot Configuration
Describes setting up scheduled snapshots triggered at specific times or events.
3.7.3 Motion Detection Configuration
Covers setting up motion detection zones, sensitivity, and configuring motion-based recording/snapshots.
3.7.4 Alarm Event Recording and Snapshots
Explains how to configure recording and snapshot actions for various alarm types like local, network, and IPC alarms.
3.7.4.2 Alarm Snapshot Settings
Details how to enable and configure snapshots triggered by alarm events.
3.7.5 Manual Record and Snapshot
Guides on initiating manual recording and capturing snapshots directly from the interface.
3.8 Playback and Search Functions
3.8.1 Real-time Playback and 3.8.2 Search Interface
Explains accessing real-time playback and using the search interface to find recorded files.
3.8.3 Accurate Time Playback and 3.8.4 Smart Search
Details precise playback by time and using smart search for event detection in video.
3.8.5 Mark Playback and File Management
Covers marking important video segments and managing playback files.
3.9 Backup and Data Management
3.9.1 File Backup Procedures
Guides on backing up video files to external storage devices like USB drives.
3.9.2 Import/Export Configuration and 3.9.3 Backup Log
Explains importing/exporting system configurations and viewing backup logs.
3.9.4 USB Device Auto Pop-up
Describes the automatic pop-up for USB device operations, facilitating file backup and updates.
3.10 Alarm System Configuration
3.10.1 Detect Alarm Setup
Details configuring motion, video loss, tampering, and video diagnosis detection alarms.
3.10.2 Face Detect Alarm Configuration
Details setting up alarms for human face detection, including sensitivity and boost options.
3.10.3 Audio Detect Alarm Setup
Explains configuring alarms for abnormal audio input or volume changes, including sensitivity.
3.10.4 Alarm Output Configuration
Describes setting up alarm output channels to activate external devices like buzzers.
3.10.5 Alarm Setup and Event Types
Covers general alarm setup, including alarm input sources and event types like local, network, and IPC alarms.
3.10.6 Abnormality Monitoring and Alarms
Explains setting up alarms for HDD, network, and power faults, including event types and actions.
3.11 Network Services Configuration
3.11.1 TCP/IP and Connection Settings
Covers TCP/IP configuration, MTU, IP addressing, subnet masks, and gateways.
3.11.1.1 Connection Parameters
Details network connection settings like max users and port configurations for various protocols.
3.11.1.2 PPPoE Internet Setup
Guides on configuring PPPoE for internet access, including user credentials and activation.
3.11.1.3 DDNS Dynamic DNS Configuration
Explains setting up DDNS for remote access via a domain name, even with dynamic IP addresses.
3.11.1.4 UPnP Network Mapping
Covers UPnP setup for automatic network mapping and port forwarding for remote access.
3.11.1.5 IP Filter and Access Control
Details IP filtering for security, allowing or blocking access from specific IP addresses.
3.11.1.6 Email Notification Setup
Guides on configuring email alerts for system events, including SMTP server and recipient details.
3.11.1.7 FTP Remote Storage Setup
Explains configuring FTP service for remote file storage and transfer of camera data.
3.11.1.8 SNMP Network Management
Covers SNMP setup for network management and monitoring.
3.11.1.9 Multicast Data Transmission
Details multicast configuration for efficient data transmission to multiple hosts.
3.11.1.10 Alarm Centre and 3.11.1.11 Auto Register
Covers alarm center configuration and automatic device registration to a proxy server.
3.11.2 Network Test and Load Analysis
Details performing network tests, checking connection status, and analyzing network load.
3.12 HDD Management and Setup
3.12.1 HDD Formatting Procedures
Guides on formatting connected hard disk drives for optimal NVR operation.
3.12.2 HDD Information and Status
Explains how to view HDD status, capacity, free space, and other essential information.
3.12.3 Advanced HDD Grouping
Covers advanced settings for grouping HDDs for main stream, sub stream, and snapshot storage.
3.12.4 RAID Configuration and Management
Guides on setting up and managing RAID storage arrays for data redundancy and performance.
3.13 Basic System Setup
3.13.1 Device Setup Parameters
Covers basic device settings like pack duration, device ID, language, and HDD full behavior.
3.13.2 Date and Time Configuration
Details setting system time, date formats, time zones, and NTP synchronization.
3.13.3 Holiday Schedule Setup
Explains configuring holiday schedules for recording and snapshot plans, overriding regular settings.
3.14 Device Maintenance and Information
3.14.1 System Information Overview
Provides details on system version, BPS, online users, and remote device status.
3.14.2 Log File Management
Covers viewing and managing system logs, including filtering and retrieving detailed information.
3.14.3 User Account Management
Details managing user accounts, groups, passwords, and permissions for system access.
3.14.4 Software and Firmware Update
Guides on updating the device's software and firmware using a USB device.
3.14.5 Factory Default Reset Procedure
Details restoring the device to factory default settings to resolve operational issues.
3.14.6 RS232 Serial Communication Settings
Covers RS232 serial port configuration for console, data transfer, and device control.
3.14.7 Auto Maintenance Schedule
Explains configuring automated maintenance tasks like auto-reboot and old file deletion.
3.14.8 Logout, Shutdown, and Restart Operations
Describes the procedures for logging out, shutting down, and restarting the NVR device.
4 Web Operation Guide
4.1 Web Interface Introduction and Login
Provides an overview of the NVR's web interface and the process for logging in.
4.2 LAN Mode Web Interface Layout
Details the main window layout and functions available in LAN mode via the web interface.
4.3 Real-time Video Monitoring via Web
Explains how to view live video streams from cameras using the web interface.
4.4 PTZ Camera Control via Web
Covers operating PTZ cameras through the web interface, including scan and preset functions.
4.5 Image Adjustments and Alarm Output
Describes adjusting image parameters and configuring alarm output signals through the web interface.
4.6 Zero-channel Encode Functionality
Explains the zero-channel encode function for specific video processing requirements.
4.7 WAN Login and Mode Differences
Details WAN login procedures and highlights differences from LAN mode operation.
4.8 Setup Menu and Camera Configuration
4.8.1 Camera Settings Overview
Covers camera-related configurations, including remote device management and firmware upgrades.
4.8.1.2 Image Properties and 4.8.1.3 Encode Settings
Explains viewing camera properties and configuring video encoding parameters like resolution and compression.
4.8.1.3.2 Snapshot Configuration
Details setting up snapshots, including mode, image size, quality, and frequency.
4.8.1.3.3 Video Overlay and 4.8.1.3.4 Storage Paths
Covers adding video overlays and setting storage paths for images and recordings.
4.8.1.4 Camera Naming and 4.8.2 Network Settings
Explains camera naming and configuring network settings like TCP/IP, PPPoE, and DDNS.
4.8.2.2 Connection Settings
Details network connection parameters, including max users and port configurations.
4.8.2.3 PPPoE Setup and 4.8.2.4 DDNS Configuration
Guides on PPPoE setup and configuring DDNS for remote access.
4.8.2.5 IP Filter and 4.8.2.6 Email Setup
Covers IP filtering for security and configuring email notifications for system events.
4.8.2.7 FTP Setup and 4.8.2.8 UPnP Configuration
Details FTP configuration and UPnP setup for network mapping.
4.8.2.9 SNMP Network Management
Covers SNMP setup for network management and monitoring.
4.8.2.10 Multicast Setup and 4.8.2.11 Register
Details multicast configuration and device registration for proxy servers.
4.8.2.13 HTTPS Security Configuration
Explains setting up HTTPS for secure remote access, including server certificates.
4.8.3 Event Management Configuration
4.8.3.1 Video Detection Alarms
Covers configuring alarms for motion, video loss, tampering, and video diagnosis detection.
4.8.3.2 Face Detect Alarm Setup
Details setting up alarms for human face detection, including sensitivity.
4.8.3.3 Audio Detect Alarm Configuration
Explains configuring alarms for abnormal audio input or volume changes, including sensitivity.
4.8.3.4 Alarm Input Types and Local Alarm
Describes alarm input types and configuring local alarms.
4.8.3.4.2 Network Alarm and 4.8.3.4.3 IPC External Alarm
Covers network and IPC external alarm configurations, referring to local alarm setup.
4.8.3.4.4 IPC Offline Alarm Configuration
Details setting up alarms for IPC offline events, indicating camera disconnection.
4.8.3.5 Abnormality Monitoring and Event Types
Explains setting up alarms for HDD, network, and power faults.
4.8.4 Storage Configuration
4.8.4.1 Schedule Configuration
Covers setting up recording schedules, defining periods, and selecting record types.
4.8.4.2 HDD Manager Operations
Guides on managing HDDs, including viewing information, setting properties, and formatting.
4.8.4.3 Record Control Settings
Details controlling recording status (schedule, manual, stop) for each channel.
4.8.4.4 Advanced Storage Settings
Covers advanced storage configurations like HDD grouping for streams and snapshots.
4.8.4.4.4 Snapshot Storage and 4.8.4.5 RAID Manager
Explains snapshot storage and RAID configuration for managing storage arrays.
4.8.4.6 iSCSI Network Storage Setup
Details setting up iSCSI for network storage, including server IP, port, and path configuration.
4.8.5 System Settings
4.8.5.1 General System Configuration
Covers general NVR settings like device name, language, video standard, and HDD full behavior.
4.8.5.2 Display Settings
Explains display settings for GUI, tours, resolution, transparency, and video overlays.
4.8.5.2.2 Tour Configuration Details
Details setting up camera tours, intervals, split modes, and motion/alarm tours.
4.8.5.3 RS232 Serial Communication
Covers RS232 serial port configuration for console, data transfer, and device control.
4.8.5.4 PTZ Control Configuration
Explains PTZ setup for local and remote dome control, including protocol, address, and baud rate.
4.8.5.5 User Account Management
Details managing user accounts, groups, passwords, and permissions for system access.
4.8.5.6 Auto Maintenance Configuration
Covers automated maintenance tasks like auto-reboot and old file deletion schedules.
4.8.5.7 Import/Export Configuration
Explains importing and exporting system setup files for backup and transfer.
4.8.5.8 Default Settings Reset
Guides on restoring specific or all system settings to factory defaults.
4.8.5.9 Firmware Upgrade Process
Details the process for upgrading the device's firmware via USB.
4.8.6 Cluster Service Setup and Management
Covers the setup and management of cluster services for high availability and redundancy.
4.9 System Information
4.9.1 Version Information
Displays system version, build date, and other device information.
4.9.2 System Log Access and Filtering
Covers viewing system logs, including filtering by type and time, and detailed information.
4.9.3 Online User Monitoring
Allows viewing currently logged-in users and refreshing the user list.
4.9.4 HDD Information Details
Provides details on connected hard disk drives, including status and capacity.
4.10 Playback and File Operations
Playback Controls and File List Navigation
Explains file selection, playback controls, and navigating the file list for recorded video.
Advanced Search and Watermark Verification
Covers advanced search options and verifying file integrity using watermarks.
4.11 Alarm Event Management
Alarm Event Types and Sound Setup
Details configuring various alarm types and setting up alarm sound notifications.
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