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XIP – NVR04 LION
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  • Page 1 Network Video Recorder XIP – NVR04 LION User’s Manual Version 1.3...
  • Page 2 NVR User’s Manual Caution and Preventive Tips  Handle with care, do not drop the unit  Mount the unit in an equipment rack or place it on a solid, stable surface.  Indoor use only. Do not place the unit in a humid, dusty, oily, or smoky site. ...
  • Page 3 NVR User’s Manual Important Information Before proceeding, please read and observe all instructions and warnings in this manual. Retain this manual with the original bill of sale for future reference and, if necessary, warranty service. When unpacking your unit, check for missing or damaged items. If any item is missing, or if damage is evident, DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS PRODUCT.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    NVR User’s Manual Table of Contents 1. Overview ........................6 2. System Setup ........................ 7 2.1 Position the Unit ..................... 7 2.2 Connect Devices to the Unit ................... 7 2.3 Front Panel LEDs ....................8 2.4 Rear Panel Connectors ..................8 3.
  • Page 5 NVR User’s Manual 4.1.2 Digital Zoom ....................32 4.1.3 IP Camera Info ................... 33 4.1.4 Sequence Display (8CH Models Only) ............33 4.1.5 Playback Recorded Videos ................ 33 4.2 Search Recorded Video ..................34 4.2.1 Search by Time ..................35 4.2.2 Calendar Search ..................
  • Page 6 NVR User’s Manual 5.3.5 Search from Event List ................57 5.3.6 Take a Snapshot ..................58 5.3.7 Health Status of HDD ................. 58 5.3.8 Normal and Dual Streaming ............... 59 5.3.9 Remote Software Upgrade/ Reboot of Connected NVR ......59 5.3.10 Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting ...........

  • Page 7: Overview

    Web-browser plug-in allowing users to view live or recorded video images, and enables remote configuration. The remote software is stored in the XIP – NVR04 LION and deployed over a LAN, WAN or Internet connection to remote Windows-based computers. This simplifies the installation and maintenance of the software components so all remote users are using the same software coming from the unit.

  • Page 8: System Setup

    NVR User’s Manual System Setup The notices and introduction on system installation will be described particularly in this chapter. Please follow the description to operate the unit. In order to prevent the unit from data loss and system damage that caused by a sudden power fluctuation, use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended.

  • Page 9: Front Panel Leds

    NVR User’s Manual Front Panel LEDs The LEDs on the front panel of the NVR are described as follow. Network LED The LED lights up when the NVR is connected to a network and blinks when data is being transferred. REC LED The LED blinks while the NVR is recording.
  • Page 10 NVR User’s Manual e-SATA (Optional) Users can connect an e-SATA storage device to expand the storage size of the NVR. Note that this port is only available for 4CH models. NOTE: The NVR MUST be shutdown before detaching the e-SATA storage device. LAN (RJ-45) The NVR is capable of networking and it allows videos to be viewed over the LAN network or the...

  • Page 11: General System Setup

    NVR User’s Manual General System Setup Before operating the NVR, some general configuration should be setup first. The following subsections will introduce general configuration of the NVR. The regular displayed OSD information and its displayed positions are shown as the following figure. Title of the channel will be displayed on the top-center of the gird, either in full-screen mode or in multiple-window mode.

  • Page 12: Usb Mouse Operation

    NVR User’s Manual USB Mouse Operation A USB mouse must be connected in order to operate the NVR. As shown in the figure on the right, click the left button to select or “ENTER”. Conversely, click the right button to exit or “ESC”.
  • Page 13 NVR User’s Manual FREEZE Click on this icon while viewing live image, the live video will be frozen. The date/time information shown on the monitor will continue updating, as well as the recording of video. Click on this icon again to return to live video of the current moment.

  • Page 14: Enter Osd Setup Menu

    NVR User’s Manual Enter OSD Setup Menu The configuration of the NVR can be customized through the intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) OSD setup menu. Collaborating with a USB mouse, setting up the NVR can be easy as operating on a PC. Click on the MENU icon in the Live Panel and select an account to login.
  • Page 15 NVR User’s Manual Auto Logout Select the duration of time to auto logout after no operation is performed. Account Setup Setup customized account, password, and privilege level in this menu. The account is case sensitive. The privilege level rank from level 1~8, and level 8 has highest privilege.

  • Page 16: Reboot And Shutdown

    NVR User’s Manual Reboot and Shutdown If the NVR must be shutdown for any reason, please follow the proper shutdown procedures to avoid damaging the NVR. Click on the Menu icon and users can either choose <Shutdown> to quick shutdown the NVR, or choose <Menu> to enter the Shutdown menu. The following menu will be displayed.

  • Page 17: Hdd Auto Scan

    NVR User’s Manual 3.3.1 HDD Auto Scan When the NVR found file system error while recording, the NVR will reboot and HDD auto scan will be initiated. If by any chance auto scan failed, the HDD will need to be formatted. NOTE: If users wish to initiate HDD auto scan function for abnormal power loss as well, enter the OSD setup menu via an authorized account and access <Database>...

  • Page 18: System Date/Time Setting

    NVR User’s Manual System Date/time Setting Users can set the current date, time and other OSD parameters in Date/Time menu (under System setup menu). The login account should have authority to access the System menu. In OSD setup menu, select <System>, and then select <Date/Time>...

  • Page 19: Daylight Saving Time

    NVR User’s Manual 3.4.2 Daylight Saving Time Daylight Saving Time The item is for people who live in certain regions to observe Daylight Saving Time. Select <On> to enable, or <Off> to disable the function. If the function is disabled, the DST Start/End time and DST Bias will be grayed out and cannot be accessed.

  • Page 20: Ip Camera Setting

    NVR User’s Manual NOTE: The <Time Zone> must be set to the correct local time zone or the <Network Time Protocol Setup> will not be accessible. Network Time Protocol Setup After time zone is selected, <Network Time Protocol Setup> option will be available.

  • Page 21: Ip Camera Information

    NVR User’s Manual NOTE: If the IP camera is already activated, items <Device Search>, <Hostname/IP>, <Model>, <Connection Setup>, and <Copy Settings> will be grayed out and cannot be accessed. NOTE: The maximum throughput of 4CH / 8CH models is 20Mbps / 40Mbps.
  • Page 22 NVR User’s Manual NOTE: For an example of step-by-step IP camera setup, please refer to appendix Manual IP Camera Activation. For models with PoE ports, if users are to connect IP cameras with supported protocols rather than the Nx Series protocol to the PoE ports, the PnP function of the selected channel on the NVR side must be disabled.

  • Page 23: Connection Setup

    NVR User’s Manual 3.5.2 Connection Setup The Connection Setup menu is shown as below. Connection Setup Account Admin Password **** Management Port Main Stream Setup Dual Stream Setup IP Dome Protocol None IP Dome ID Account / Password Access these two items to enter a valid account name and password of the connecting IP camera.
  • Page 24 NVR User’s Manual Dual Stream Setup Dual stream is for multiple-window mode to be displayed on local monitor and in remote monitoring software. Dual stream can keep videos playing smoothly over limited-bandwidth networks. Under this menu, users can setup configuration for the dual stream. First set <Dual Streaming Support> to <Yes>...

  • Page 25: Device Setup

    NVR User’s Manual 3.5.3 Device Setup Enter <Device Setup> menu to configure the image settings of the IP camera. The image settings include image quality, image adjustment, etc. Set the last item <Apply> to <Yes> to apply the changes made. NOTE: The <Device Setup>...

  • Page 26: Copy Settings

    NVR User’s Manual 3.5.6 Copy Settings This item allows users to copy the settings set on the current selected IP camera to any other IP cameras. Enter this menu and select one or more cameras to copy the settings. Then click on <Confirm> to apply the settings. Copy Settings Copy To: Select All...

  • Page 27: Record Schedule/Quality Setting

    NVR User’s Manual Record Schedule/Quality Setting The Record setup menu allows users to set recording quality, recording schedules, and other recording parameters. Login with a proper account to access the Record setup menu. In OSD setup menu, select <Record> and the following menu is displayed.

  • Page 28: Preset Record Configuration

    NVR User’s Manual 3.6.2 Preset Record Configuration The <Preset Config> is for users to select the preset recording quality and frame rate. Different preset recording quality levels are offered for users to choose: <Best Quality>, <Standard>, <Extended Record>, <Event Only> and <Adv.
  • Page 29 NVR User’s Manual  Click on any day on the left to fill up the roll. Define date of the holiday before assigning the recording type.  Click on the top left grid to always record with the selected recording type. ...

  • Page 30: Data Lifetime Setup

    NVR User’s Manual 3.6.4 Data Lifetime Setup Data Lifetime indicates the duration that a video is saved and recallable in the HDD. Only those video recorded within Data Lifetime can be searched for playback. The video exceeded Data Lifetime will be hidden and cannot be retrieved for playback.

  • Page 31: Circular Recording

    NVR User’s Manual 3.6.5 Circular Recording Users can choose to record videos in circular mode or in linear mode. If circular mode is selected, the NVR will store new videos into the HDD spaces while overwriting the oldest recorded videos. Alternatively, if linear mode is selected, the NVR will stop recording when the HDD is full.

  • Page 32: Pre-Alarm Recording

    NVR User’s Manual Start To Purge After the videos to be deleted are selected, set this item to <Yes> to start the deletion. Choosing <No> will cancel the deletion. 3.6.8 Pre-Alarm Recording When the NVR records both Event and Normal videos, the time duration of pre-alarm recording is 10 seconds.

  • Page 33: Nvr Operation

    NVR User’s Manual NVR Operation This chapter will introduce the general operations of the NVR. View Live/Playback Videos The general functions in Live and Playback mode are described in the following sections. 4.1.1 Viewing Modes The NVR provides several display modes. Click on any CHANNEL directly to view the corresponding IP camera in full-screen mode.

  • Page 34: Ip Camera Info

    NVR User’s Manual 4.1.3 IP Camera Info When users move the cursor to the camera title at the top center of each channel, IP camera information will show up. The information includes bitrate, FPS, resolution, IP address and video format of the IP camera. Note that bitrate and FPS will change according to data received via network.

  • Page 35: Search Recorded Video

    NVR User’s Manual  Fast Forward: Click on this icon to playback the recorded videos fast forward. Click on the icon repeatedly to increase the speed of forward playback by 1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16× or 32×. When the playback is paused, click on this icon repeatedly to move the video a single step forward.

  • Page 36: Search By Time

    NVR User’s Manual 4.2.1 Search by Time Follow the steps to search video by date and time.  Move the cursor to “From” and click to start playing recorded video from the specified “From” time.  Move the cursor to “End” and click to start playing recorded video from the specified “End”...

  • Page 37: Search By Event

    NVR User’s Manual  The videos are classified into four categories: Normal, Motion, Alarm In and Video Loss, shown as four different tabs at the top.  Then select a preferred time from the time bar. Alternatively, specify the values of date/hour/minute/second under <Select> on the right. ...

  • Page 38: Video Export

    NVR User’s Manual Video Export This chapter will show how to export videos through the OSD setup menu and via the quick video export function. Note that the system log will keep records of all video exportations, including duration, start time, and end time. NOTE: Make sure an external storage device is available and connected to the appropriate port for video export.
  • Page 39 NVR User’s Manual NOTE: The NVR only supports EXT3 file system. If an external HDD will be connected, ensure the format of the HDD is EXT3. Select Channel Select the channel(s) to export the recorded videos. From/To Time These items are used to set the time which data export begins and ends. Click to choose date/time and scroll the mouse wheel to adjust the values.

  • Page 40: Quick Video Export

    NVR User’s Manual Begin Export Set this item to <Yes> to begin exporting the selected videos to the target storage device. 4.3.2 Quick Video Export In the playback control panel, the COPY icon allows users to easily export the normal or event video as a *.drv file to a connected external storage device. Depending on the size of the video, the exporting process may take about 10 minutes to 1 hour.

  • Page 41: Dome Control

    NVR User’s Manual Export Event Videos Follow these steps to export event videos.  Click on the Search icon in the function bar and playback the preferred event video. Refer to section Search by Event for information about event video playback. ...
  • Page 42 NVR User’s Manual Focus Far Click on it to focus the lens of selected dome camera at a farther point. Focus Near Click on it to focus the lens of selected dome camera at a nearer point. Zoom Out Click on it to zoom out the lens of selected dome camera. This function enables users to shrink the current image and a larger viewing area can be displayed.

  • Page 43: Set Preset Points

    NVR User’s Manual 4.4.2 Set Preset Points The NVR allows users to set preset positions. The amount of preset points depends on the dome manufacturer. Follow the steps to set preset points.  Click on a dome camera channel to display it in full-screen . ...

  • Page 44: Run Dome Camera Tour

    NVR User’s Manual 4.4.4 Run Dome Camera Tour Users can also run dome camera tour setup at the dome camera side. Follow the steps to run the dome camera tour.  Click on a dome camera channel to display it in full-screen . ...

  • Page 45: Upnp Nat Traversal Function

    NVR User’s Manual Install the UPnP interface components in a PC:  Click <Start>  <Control Panel>  <Add or Remove Programs>.  Then click <Add/Remove Windows Components> on the left.  In Windows Components Wizard, double click on <Networking Services>, then check the box in front of <Universal Plug and Play>.

  • Page 46: Remote Monitoring Software

    NVR User’s Manual Remote Monitoring Software The remote monitoring software is a remote browser-based software designed to operate with the NVR products. Using the software, users are allowed to view live and recorded videos, and to configure the NVRs remotely via a LAN, WAN or Internet on a personal computer.

  • Page 47: Software Installation

    NVR User’s Manual Software Installation Before operating the remote monitoring software, please first find out the IP address of the NVR. To find out the IP address, enter OSD setup menu and select <System>  <Network Setup>  <LAN Setup>  <IP>. Refer to the following description to install the remote monitoring software.
  • Page 48 NVR User’s Manual  Snapshot is a simple screen capture tool. When users click on the SNAPSHOT button, it will capture the screenshot of the window that is currently showing on the screen.  Uncheck “Require server verification (https :) for all sites in this zone”. Type the IP address of the NVR in field and click on <Add>...
  • Page 49 NVR User’s Manual  In the Security Level area, click on <Custom Level>. The Security Settings screen is displayed.  Under <ActiveX controls and plug-ins>, set all items to <Enable> or <Prompt>.  Click on <OK> to apply the setting and close the Security Settings dialog. ...

  • Page 50: Install Remote Monitoring Software

    NVR User’s Manual 5.2.2 Install Remote Monitoring Software With the IP address of the NVR, the next step is to install the remote monitoring software via connecting to the NVR. Follow the steps below.  Enter the IP address of the NVR in the address bar at the top of the browser.

  • Page 51: Log In/Log Off

    NVR User’s Manual 5.2.2.1 Log in/Log off Login using the same accounts setup in the NVR. The accounts’ authority level is also the same as what was setup in the NVR. One preset account “admin” and up to two other accounts can access a NVR at the same time.

  • Page 52: Software Upgrades

    NVR User’s Manual 5.2.2.2 Software Upgrades If a new version of the remote monitoring software is available on the NVR, upgrade will be prompted while accessing the unit. Follow the steps to upgrade the software.  The message as the above figure will be prompted. Click on <Yes> to accept version upgrade.

  • Page 53: Select Display Mode

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.1.1 Select Display Mode Choose the number of windows to be displayed on the main window. Click on the 4-window or 9-window display button under the MODE section to display multi-windows. To view certain camera in full-screen, either double-click on the preferred grid, or click on the corresponding CAMERA button.

  • Page 54: Digital Zoom Of Camera Display

    NVR User’s Manual Iris +/− These are used to open and close the iris to let more or less light into the camera. Click on <+> to open iris or <−> to close iris. Zoom +/− Users are allowed to zoom-in or zoom-out by using the adjusting buttons. Zoom-in to enlarge a certain area and zoom-out to view more area.

  • Page 55: Instant Recording

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.2 Instant Recording Instant Recording function allows users to record video to the PC by one click. NOTE: The Audio function is set to OFF as the default setting. 5.3.2.1 Record Video Instantly Follow the steps to start recording instantly: ...

  • Page 56: Playback Remote Video

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.3.1 Playback Remote Video To view remote video, click <Play> on the main window toolbar, and then <Remote Playback> tab. The <Remote Playback> screen will be displayed. The <From> and <To> in the <Available Record Video> display the date and time from which recorded video is available for playback.

  • Page 57: Playback Local *.Drv Files

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.3.2 Playback Local *.drv Files The <Local Playback> tab allows users to playback *.drv video files stored in the PC's hard drive. Follow below steps to playback a downloaded *.drv file with the remote monitoring software.  Click <Open> and the file selection screen is displayed. ...

  • Page 58: Verify Digital Signature

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.4 Verify Digital Signature The digital signature aims to authenticate a video file exported from other DVR/NVR. Follow the description to verify the digital signature.  Click <Play> on the main window toolbar.  Click <Verify> tab to display the Verify window. ...

  • Page 59: Take A Snapshot

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.6 Take a Snapshot Snapshot is a simple screen capture tool. When users click on the SNAPSHOT button, it will capture the screenshot of the window that is currently showing on the screen. Each click captures one screenshot to be saved as a JPEG file on the desktop.

  • Page 60: Normal And Dual Streaming

    NVR User’s Manual 5.3.8 Normal and Dual Streaming For different networks with different bandwidths, two streaming options are provided – normal and dual streaming. The preset is normal streaming. Users who are using high-speed networks, normal streaming will be a recommended choice.

  • Page 61: Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting

    NVR User’s Manual Remotely Reboot Also from the Configuration window, access the Shutdown menu as shown below. Then click on the Execute button to remotely reboot the NVR. 5.3.10 Remote Monitoring Software Troubleshooting What happened if the server requests to upgrade the software every time the NVR is connected? If the following screen displays repeatedly, please follow the steps to delete the temporary internet files.
  • Page 62 NVR User’s Manual  Click the <Delete Files> button in the <Temporary Internet Files> field; the <Delete Files> screen displays as below.  Check the <Delete all offline content> box and click <OK>.  Now, enter the IP address of the NVR to make the connection again.

  • Page 63: Appendix A: Keyboard Access Sketch

    NVR User’s Manual Appendix A: Keyboard Access Sketch The following sketch shows the keys used to access and control the connected NVR.

  • Page 64: Appendix B: Manual Ip Camera Activation

    NVR User’s Manual Appendix B: Manual IP Camera Activation The following is an example of manual setup of an IP camera. Step 1. Start an IE browser and input the IP address (ex: 192.168.6.183) of the IP camera. Login with the administrator’s username and password (ex: Admin & 1234). Step 2.
  • Page 65 NVR User’s Manual Step 3. Access the Streaming menu and click on “Video Format” to look up for video resolution: main stream=H.264 1080p (30fps), dual stream=H.264 D1 (30fps). NOTE: If the resolution of the dual stream is set to any value greater than D1 (720x480 for NTSC and 720x576 for PAL), the local monitor will not be able to display the live images in multiple-window mode.
  • Page 66 NVR User’s Manual Step 6. Click on <Connection Setup> to input the connection setting parameters: Account=Admin, Password=1234, and Management Port=80. Connection Setup Account Admin Password **** Management Port Main Stream Setup Dual Stream Setup IP Dome Protocol NONE IP Dome ID Step 7.
  • Page 67 NVR User’s Manual Step 9. Set <IP Camera>  <Activated> to <Yes> and the video from the IP camera should display the screen after a few seconds. Step 10. Access <IP Camera>  <Status> and the current status of the IP camera will be displayed as shown below.

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