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FAQ
The following questions are some of the most commonly
asked when setting up and operating an alien DVR. Hopefully
the answers given on these pages and information supplied
throughout this quick start guide can resolve any problems
you may have.
What is the default username & password?
1
The default username for your alien MegaHero is '
and the default password is '
How do I change the default admin password?
2
The easiest way to change the default admin password is
Setup' on
during 'Smart
the 'Setup' menu under the 'User' tab
Where is my AlienVision licence key?
3
You will find this on the AlienVision software CD itself.
How many PCs can I activate with my CCTV
4
licence key?
You can activate up to 5 PCs with your licence. Additional
licences can be purchased via your installer or through
resellers on the aliendvr.com
4
admin
555555
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page 18. It can also be changed in
page 25.
site.
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How do I add HD-TVI and IP cameras to the DVR?
5
HD-TVI cameras are simply connected to one of the BNC
inputs. IP cameras need to be setup on the same network as
the DVR. They can then be added to the DVR during Smart
Setup (see page 20) or through the Video menu (see page 26)
How do I set it up to record?
6
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By default the DVR will automatically record 24/7, however,
there are multiple ways to set the DVR to record. The simplest
way is to do it during
in 'Live View' see
page 27. Finally for instant recording see
How long can I record for?
7
Recording times depend on the Hard Drive you have fitted
and some of the record settings on the DVR. It is easy to
record for over a month on an alienDVR but to calculate your
exact drive requirements, try using the HD Calculator tool at
aliendvr.com.
How do I back up an incident for the Police?
8
It is easy to back up recorded footage onto a USB drive either
at the DVR itself or using AlienVision software on your PC
(locally or remotely). Find out
Footage' on
aliendvr.com
Setup' on page
'Smart
page 16. To setup a recording schedule see
page
'How To - Backup Recorded
page 41-42.
18. For recording
29.