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Summarization of Contents
Regulatory Information
FCC Information
Details compliance with FCC regulations for digital devices.
FCC Conditions
Specifies the two conditions for FCC compliance.
EU Conformity Statement
Product meets EU directives like EMC, LVD, RoHS.
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
Device meets Industry Canada standards for digital devices.
Safety Instructions
Preventive and Cautionary Tips
Guidelines for safe installation and operation to prevent damage or injury.
Product Key Features
General
Overview of general connectivity and stream capabilities.
Local Monitoring
Features for monitoring video locally via HDMI/VGA.
HDD Management
Details on connecting and managing hard disk drives.
Recording and Playback
Configuration for recording schedules and playback functions.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Front Panel
Description of indicators and controls on the front panel.
USB Mouse Operation
Instructions for using a USB mouse with the NVR.
Rear Panel
Description of ports and connectors on the rear panel.
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Device Startup and Activation
Procedures for powering on, shutting down, and activating the NVR.
Activate Your Device
Steps to set an admin password for initial access.
Use the Unlock Pattern for Login
How to configure and use a graphical unlock pattern for login.
Login and Logout
Instructions for logging into and out of the NVR interface.
Reset Your Password
Procedure for resetting the admin password using a GUID file.
Use the Wizard for Basic Configuration
Guide for initial system setup using the Setup Wizard.
Adding and Connecting the IP Cameras
Steps to add and connect IP cameras to the NVR.
Activate the IP Camera
Process to activate IP cameras before adding them.
Add the Online IP Cameras
How to add IP cameras found on the network.
Edit the Connected IP Cameras and Configure Customized Protocols
Modifying camera settings and setting custom connection protocols.
Chapter 3 Live View
Live View Status Icons
Icons indicating status of recording and alarms for each channel.
Operations in Live View Mode
Overview of functions accessible via right-click menu in live view.
Right-Click Menu
Details of menu options available via right-click in live view.
Quick Setting Toolbar in Live View Mode
Toolbar for quick access to functions like playback, record, and PTZ.
Adjust Live View Settings
Customizing live view parameters like output, dwell time, and audio.
Channel-zero Encoding
Reducing bandwidth for remote viewing without affecting image quality.
Chapter 4 PTZ Controls
Configuring PTZ Settings
Setting up parameters for PTZ camera control.
Setting PTZ Presets, Patrols & Patterns
Configuring predefined camera positions, movements, and sequences.
Customizing Presets
Defining specific camera positions for quick recall.
Calling Presets
Activating predefined camera positions.
Customizing Patrols
Setting up camera movements between predefined points.
Calling Patrols
Activating predefined camera patrol paths.
Customizing Patterns
Recording and playing back camera movements.
Calling Patterns
Activating recorded camera movement patterns.
Customizing Linear Scan Limit
Defining horizontal scan limits for PTZ cameras.
Calling Linear Scan
Activating the linear scan function.
One-touch Park
Configuring automatic PTZ parking actions after inactivity.
PTZ Control Panel
Interface for manual control of PTZ camera movements.
Chapter 5 Recording Settings
Configuring Parameters
Setting image quality, resolution, and stream types for recording.
Configuring Recording Schedule
Setting up time-based schedules for automatic recording.
Configuring Motion Detection Recording
Setting up recording triggered by motion detection events.
Configuring Alarm Triggered Recording
Setting up recording triggered by external alarm inputs.
Configuring VCA Event Recording
Recording triggered by Video Content Analysis events like line crossing.
Manual Recording
Starting and stopping recording manually.
Configuring Holiday Recording
Setting up special recording schedules for holidays.
Configuring Redundant Recording
Enabling dual recording to a primary and redundant HDD.
Chapter 6 Playback
Playing Back Record Files
Accessing and viewing recorded video files.
Instant Playback
Quickly playing back the last few minutes of recorded video.
Playing Back by Normal Search
Searching and playing back video by date and time.
Playing back by Smart Search
Searching video based on motion or VCA events with accelerated playback.
Playing Back by Event Search
Searching and playing back video files triggered by specific events.
Playing Back by Tag
Searching video files using user-defined tags.
Playing Back by System Logs
Viewing video associated with system log entries.
Playing Back External File
Playing back video files from external devices.
Playing Back by Sub-periods
Simultaneously playing back video from multiple time segments.
Auxiliary Functions of Playback
Additional playback features like frame-by-frame and fast view.
Playing Back Frame by Frame
Reviewing video frame by frame for detailed analysis.
Fast View
Quickly reviewing video content by dragging on the timeline.
Digital Zoom
Zooming into specific areas of the video during playback.
File Management
Managing video clips, locked files, and tags.
Chapter 7 Backup
Backing up Record Files
Exporting recorded video data to external storage devices.
Backing up by Normal Video Search
Exporting video files found via normal search criteria.
Backing up by Event Search
Exporting video files related to specific events.
Backing up Video Clips
Selecting and exporting specific video segments.
Managing Backup Devices
Operations for managing external storage devices used for backup.
Chapter 8 Alarm Settings
Setting Motion Detection Alarm
Configuring motion detection parameters and alarm actions.
Setting Sensor Alarms
Configuring actions for external sensor alarms.
Detecting Video Loss Alarm
Setting up alarms and actions for video signal loss.
Detecting Video Tampering Alarm
Configuring alarms and actions for video tampering detection.
Line Crossing Detection Alarm
Setting up alarms for objects crossing a virtual line.
Intrusion Detection Alarm
Configuring alarms for objects entering a defined virtual region.
Handling Exceptions Alarm
Managing responses to system exceptions like HDD errors or network disconnection.
Setting Alarm Response Actions
Defining actions taken when an alarm or exception occurs.
Chapter 9 Network Settings
Configuring General Settings
Setting up basic network parameters like IP address and DNS.
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
Configuring the device as a wireless router.
Configuring Advanced Settings
Advanced network configuration options.
Configuring Hik-Connect
Enabling remote access via Hik-Connect mobile app and platform.
Configuring DDNS
Setting up Dynamic DNS for network access.
Configuring NTP Server
Synchronizing device time with an NTP server.
Configuring More Settings
Additional network settings for alarm host, multicast, and RTSP.
Configuring Email
Setting up email notifications for events and administrator actions.
Configuring NAT
Configuring Network Address Translation for remote access.
Checking Network Traffic
Monitoring real-time network traffic information.
Configuring Network Detection
Testing network connectivity, delay, and packet loss.
Exporting Network Packet
Capturing and exporting network data packets.
Checking the Network Status
Viewing current network status and parameters.
Checking Network Statistics
Obtaining real-time network status and bandwidth information.
Chapter 10 HDD Management
Initializing HDDs
Preparing a new hard disk drive for use by the NVR.
Configuring Quota Mode
Allocating specific storage capacity for each camera.
HDD Detection
Performing S.M.A.R.T. and bad sector checks on HDDs.
Configuring HDD Error Alarms
Setting up alarms and actions for HDD errors.
Chapter 11 Camera Settings
Configuring OSD Settings
Customizing on-screen display elements like date, time, and camera name.
Configuring Privacy Mask
Defining zones to obscure sensitive areas in video feeds.
Configuring Video Parameters
Adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and image rotation/mirror.
Chapter 12 Device Management and Maintenance
Viewing System Information
Accessing details about the NVR's hardware and software configuration.
Searching & Export Log Files
Finding and exporting system operation, alarm, and exception logs.
Importing/Exporting Configuration Files
Backing up and restoring NVR settings.
Upgrading System
Updating the NVR's firmware via local device or FTP.
Restoring Default Settings
Resetting NVR parameters to factory defaults.
Chapter 13 Others
Configuring General Settings
Setting NVR parameters like language, resolution, and time.
Configuring DST Settings
Configuring Daylight Saving Time adjustments.
Configuring More Settings for Device Parameters
Adjusting device-specific parameters like name, number, and logout timeout.
Managing User Accounts
Adding, deleting, and editing user accounts and permissions.
Chapter 14 Appendix
Glossary
Definitions of common terms and acronyms used in the manual.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for common issues and error messages.
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