Night Owl DP8 Series Bedienungsanleitung

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USER’S MANUAL

Night Owl’s DP8 Series DVRs are compatible with the following camera model numbers:

DP8 Series cameras are only compatible with this DP8 Series DVR. The DVR is compatible with our DP2

and DP8 Series cameras. It is not backward compatible with other Night Owl® wired products. Not all

features and capabilities are shared across all models so you may see features which are not applicable.

In addition you may see screen images that do not exactly match those on your display.

Compatible cameras include:

CM-DP2L-B

CM-DP2BK-B

CM-DP8L-B

Thank you for choosing Night Owl Security Products!

By purchasing a Night Owl product, you receive a one (1) year warranty covering manufacturing defects in

material and workmanship. In addition to warranty and technical support benefits, you have access to our

vast library of free instructional “How to Videos.”

For a step-by-step video showing the basic hardware setup of the DP8 system, please go to support.

nightowlsp.com and enter DP8 into the search bar.

For all of our Support Videos, click www.youtube.com/nightowlsp to access Night Owl’s YouTube page.

Night Owl’s DP8 Series Camera Compatibility:

NOTE: Not all features will work with all compatible cameras. Must use preferred cameras to access all features.

If the camera’s video quality either day or night is degraded, you may need to change the cable run from

the camera to the DVR. This system is designed to work with CL2 UL Rated cabling or better.

Please see the warranty section of this manual for exclusions and additional details. Not all features and

capabilities are shared across all models so you may see features which are not applicable. Additionally,

you may see screen images that do not exactly match those on your TV/Monitor/Smart Device.

THIS MANUAL WAS ACCURATE AT THE TIME IT WAS COMPLETED. DUE TO OUR ONGOING EFFORT

TO CONSTANTLY IMPROVE OUR PRODUCTS, FUNCTIONS MAY HAVE BEEN ADDED OR CHANGED.

Table of Contents

FCC Warning..........................................................................................................

Safety Instructions.................................................................................................

Specifications........................................................................................................

DVR Diagram.........................................................................................................

Camera and Mouse Diagram....................................................................................

1. Connecting Your System.....................................................................................

2. Downloading Night Owl Protect...........................................................................

3. Startup Wizard

3.1 Connected to the Internet...............................................................

3.2 Don't want to connect to the Internet...............................................

4. Live View

4.1 Live View.......................................................................................

4.2 Tool Bar and Function Panel Overview..............................................

5. Video Playback..................................................................................................

6. Video Backup

6.1.1 Formatting for Windows OS.............................................................

6.1.2 Formatting for Mac OS...................................................................

6.2 Video Backup................................................................................

7. DVR and Channel Status Indicators

7.1 Status & Operation.........................................................................

7.1.1 Device Status................................................................................

7.1.2 Channel Status..............................................................................

8. Main Menu

8.1 Camera.........................................................................................

8.1.1 Connection....................................................................................

8.1.2 Device..........................................................................................

8.1.3 Image...........................................................................................

8.1.4 Detection......................................................................................

8.2 Record..........................................................................................

8.3 Scenario......................................................................................

8.3.1 Pre-defined Scenarios...................................................................

8.4 Backup and Exporting Recordings..................................................

8.4.1 Backup........................................................................................

8.5 Storage........................................................................................

8.6 Network.......................................................................................

8.7 Remote Connection.......................................................................

8.8 Time............................................................................................

8.8.1 Time Setup...................................................................................

8.8.2 Daylight.......................................................................................

8.9 Display........................................................................................

8.10 Maintain......................................................................................

8.10.1 System........................................................................................

8.10.2 Upgrade......................................................................................

8.10.3 Event Log....................................................................................

8.10.4 Online.........................................................................................

8.10.5 Auto Reboot.................................................................................

8.11 Power Control...............................................................................

Appendix A Menu and Submenu Layout..................................................................

Appendix B Privacy Mask......................................................................................

Glossary...............................................................................................................

Warranty..............................................................................................................

Troubleshooting....................................................................................................

User Information..................................................................................................

Night Owl’s DVRs are manufactured for quality and ease of use. As such, our DVRs contain menus

designed for advanced users that should not be adjusted without having enhanced knowledge regarding

the menu. In most cases the default settings allow for optimal functionality. The menus that should

maintain the default settings are indicated with this icon.

ADVANCED

FCC Warnings

FCC

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Compliance Statement

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency interference in

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and

if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged

to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that changes or modifications

to the unit not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void

the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CAUTION!

Safety Instructions

USE THE PROVIDED POWER ADAPTER.

Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than the specified voltage.

NEVER INSERT METAL INTO THE DVR CASE OR ITS OPENINGS.

Inserting metal into the DVR case may cause electric shock.

DO NOT OPERATE IN WET OR DUSTY AREAS.

Avoid placing the DVR in areas such as a damp basement or dusty attic.

DO NOT EXPOSE THE DVR TO RAIN OR USE NEAR WATER.

If the DVR accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact technical support immediately.

KEEP PRODUCT SURFACES CLEAN AND DRY.

To clean the outside case of the DVR, use a lightly dampened cloth. Do not use cleaning solutions or solvents.

DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES.

Do not install the DVR near any heat sources such as stoves, heat registers, radiators or electronics (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

UNPLUG THE DVR WHEN MOVING IT.

Make sure that the DVR is unplugged before you move it. When moving this device, be sure to handle it with care.

MAKE SURE THERE IS GOOD AIR CIRCULATION AROUND THE DVR.

This DVR uses an internal hard drive, which generates heat during operation for video storage. Do not block vents

on the DVR, as these vents reduce the generated heat while the system is running. Place this product in well-ven-

tilated area.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE TOP COVER.

If you observe any abnormal operation, unplug the DVR immediately and contact technical support. Do not attempt

to open the DVR to diagnose the cause of the problem.

HANDLE THE DVR CAREFULLY.

If you drop the DVR on any hard surface, it may damage the device. If the DVR doesn’t work properly due to

physical damage, contact an authorized dealer for repair.

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE YOUR DVR WITH AN UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY (UPS).

Connecting your DVR and cameras to a UPS allows continuous operation even during power outages.

The run-time duration will depend on the rating of the UPS used.

You may be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the DVR.

CAUTION!

Specications

System Requirements

Please be sure that your PC/MAC® complies with the following specifications:

• PC Operating System: Windows®10 and above

• MAC Operating System: MAC OS X®10.9 and above

Please be sure that your mobile device complies with the following specifications:

• Android™: 8.0 and above

• iOS®: 12.4 and above

4.2 Package Contents

THIS MANUAL WAS ACCURATE AT THE TIME IT WAS COMPLETED. DUE TO OUR ONGOING EFFORT TO

CONSTANTLY IMPROVE OUR PRODUCTS, SPECIFICATIONS MAY HAVE BEEN ADDED OR CHANGED.

NOTE: For best results, use the included Night Owl accessories. Third party accessories may not work properly.

USB

Mouse (x1)

6 ft. HDMI

(x1)

6 ft. Ethernet

(x1)

Power Splitter(s)

(1 per 4 cameras)

Mounting

Hardware

60 ft. Video/Power Cables

(1 cable per camera)

DVR Power

Adapter (x1)

Camera Power

Adapter(s)

(1 per 4 cameras)

Camera(s)DVR

Package Contents

DISCLAIMER: Package contents vary by model number, please refer to your Quick Setup Guide for a complete list of contents.

NOTE: A TV or Monitor with a

minimum 1080p HD resolution and

an HDMI input is required for the

initial setup. Use all of the included

Night Owl accessories. Third-party

accessories may not work correctly.

Monitor

RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 WAN

Router

Items Not Included

FRONT VIEW

REAR VIEW

Video In – Allows for the connection of BNC wired cameras.

NOTE: The DVR automatically detects the camera. Before turning the DVR on, make sure the

cameras are connected to the DVR and a power source.

HDMI (Recommended) – Connects to the HDMI port of a TV or Monitor using an HDMI cable.

USB Ports – Connecting a USB mouse or a USB flash drive for video backup.

NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT two USB mice or two USB flash drives to the DVR.

LAN – Connects your device to Internet using an Ethernet cable.

Power Input – Connects to the DVR power adapter.

DVR Diagram

Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly depending on your model number.

1 2 3

4K (8MP) CAMERA

MOUSE

Live Viewing:

Double-click the left button on any camera view in split-screen mode to bring it to full screen display.

Double-click again to return to split-screen mode. Right-click to show the Tool Bar at the

bottom of the screen. Left click on the Tool Bar or Menu to access the device’s features.

In Setup:

Left-click to make a selection. Right-click to cancel setup or return to previous screen.

To Enter Values:

Move the cursor to a blank field and click the mouse. A virtual keyboard will appear which supports

numbers, letters and symbols. The Shift function will access symbols in addition to upper case letters.

Connect all cameras locally before final placement

to ensure that all components function properly.

Camera Diagram

Mouse Diagram

Facial Capture

100 ft. Night Vision

Wide Viewing Angle

Human Detection Technology

Motion-Activated Spotlight

Outdoor Housing

Video/Power Cables

Connecting Your System

Connect the red female power leads of the video / power

cables to the male power splitter ends.

POWER SPLITTER

CONNECTORS

POWER CABLE

CONNECTORS

Plug one end of the included HDMI cable into the

HDMI port on the back of the DVR.

HDMI

Connect the power splitter to the camera power

adapter and plug the adapter into a surge

protector or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

CAMERA POWER

ADAPTER

POWER

SPLITTER

SURGE PROTECTOR

(NOT INCLUDED)

Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a port

on the back of your router or modem.

ETHERNET

ROUTER

(NOT INCLUDED)

RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4WAN

Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the back

of your TV or Monitor.

HDMI

NOTE: To view cameras, TV or Monitor must be

tuned to the same input the HDMI is plugged into.

STOP: BEFORE installing, connect and test each

camera locally to confirm they function properly.

Connect the end of the camera’s cable to the end

of a video / power cable labeled TO CAMERA ONLY.

VIDEO / POWER CABLEFROM CAMERA

To CAMERA

To C

Plug the USB mouse into the USB port on the back

of the DVR.

USB

Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable into

the LAN port on the back of the DVR.

ETHERNET

NOTE: Night Owl recommends connecting to the

Internet for the best user experience.

SURGE PROTECTOR

(NOT INCLUDED)

Plug the DVR power adapter into a surge

protector or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

Some systems beep upon booting up.

NOTE: Make sure the UPS or

surge protector is switched ON.

Connect the video / power cable labeled TO

DVR ONLY to an open video input on the DVR.

NOTE: Make sure you twist

and lock BNC connectors.

Connect the DVR power adapter to the Power Input

on the rear of the DVR.

POWER

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