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March Networks 8000 Series Hybrid NVR - 8/4 Channel Models 8708 S, 8508 S, and 8704 S INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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Power Ratings ............................12 Video Inputs..........................13 Video Capture Rates......................... 15 Analog Camera Video Inputs ......................15 FPS Values for Analog Camera Inputs .................... 15 IP Camera Video Inputs ........................15 Front Panel LEDs........................16 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Desk-Mounting ..........................35 Installing Hard Drives .......................36 Installing a Hard Drive in an 8 Channel Unit ..................36 Installation Requirements....................... 36 Installing a Hard Drive in a 4 Channel Unit..................40 Installation Requirements....................... 40 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operated the equipment under FCC rules. EU Directive Compliance This equipment complies with the following EU directives: 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. A Declaration of Conformity is available upon request. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Install a protective earth conductor if the equipment is connected to a telecommunication network or a cable distribution system. There is a grounding stud on the back of the unit. The grounding method is described in"Ground Connection" on page 26. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Note: You can manage one of these NVRs using either of the management platforms offered by March Networks. You should familiarize yourself with the differences between the platforms prior to deploying the recorders. For more information, see the documentation available from the March Networks Partner Portal.
Feature Overview Key Features The following table shows the key differences between the 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR models: 8708 S, 8508 S, and 8704 S. Feature 8708 Model 8508 Model 8704 Model Camera Capacity 8 total / 8 analog / 8 IP...
Data and power cables for the hard drives • Software DVD — The software can also be downloaded from the March Networks Partner Portal. • Technical publications — Included on the software DVD, or you can also download hardware and software technical publications from the March Networks Partner Portal.
8708 and 8508 models (no hard drives): 7.3 pounds / 3.3 kilograms Each hard drive: Approximately 1.4 pounds / 0.6 kilograms • 8704 model (no hard drive): 3.2 pounds / 1.5 kilograms Each hard drive: Approximately 0.25 pounds / 0.1 kilograms 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Power input: 100-240 volts AC input (auto-sensing) • Current rating: 1.7 A • Frequency range: 50-60 Hz • Power consumption: 8 channel model: 20 W typical, 60 W maximum 4 channel model: 15 W typical, 20 W maximum 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
IP cameras are in use, it supports up to 4 analog cameras. You can combine IP and analog cameras (for example, 2 IP cameras and 2 analog cameras) as long as they add up to a total of 4 cameras. Video Inputs 1-4 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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The analog video inputs are BNC coaxial connectors that support NTSC and PAL inputs. Video Termination Video termination for the 8 / 4 channel 8000 series is controlled through the Visual Intelligence software. You can use the March Networks Administrator Console application to view and modify the analog video termination.
This section details the video inputs and associated video capture rates. Analog Camera Video Inputs The 8 / 4 channel 8000 series supports the following resolutions for analog cameras: • 4CIF — 704 x 480 (NTSC) or 704 x 576 (PAL) •...
Solid: The operating system is loaded but the unit’s software application is still loading. Flashing: The unit is booting up after the keyed power switch has been turned on or after a software reboot. The hardware watchdog timer has expired and reset the system. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Use the Command Client or Administrator Console software application to review the health alert and determine a possible resolution. For more information, see the Command Enterprise User Guide or the Administrator Console User Manual, available from the March Networks Partner Portal website. Green...
Note: Both the 4 channel and the 8 channel unit have two USB ports available on the back. For details, see “Ethernet Ports, USB Ports, Video and HD Monitor Output” on page 23. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
The RS-232 interface allows you to provide text capture, with the following pins: Definition Input Ground Output You can also use this to control a PTZ camera with an RS-232 to RS-485 converter. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
To connect an alarm or switch device Ensure the unit is powered down and the LEDs at the front of the unit are off. Locate the appropriate alarm or switch terminals (refer to the graphic above). 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Depending on the switch’s default state, connect the normally-open or normally-closed wire to the normally-open (NO) or normally-closed (NC) terminal, respectively. After you connect the alarm and/or switch devices, you can turn on the unit. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
(whether intercom or speaker) includes a built-in amplifier. Audio Out pin 1 is the signal for audio output channel 1. Connect the return to the “G” beside the audio output. Output specification: unbalanced, 600 Ω, 1Vp-p (line level) 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Amber LED (off): There is no link or there is activity on the established link. • Green LED (on): A 1000 BaseT link is negotiated on the port. • Green LED (off): A 10/100 BaseT link is negotiated on the port. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Instructions, available for download from the March Networks Partner Portal. For more information on Local Control, see the 8000 Series NVR Local Control Addendum, or the Local Control for the 8000 Series NVR Quick Start Guide, available for download from the March Networks Partner Portal.
12V DC connection 4 Channel Unit 12V DC connection Power Connection An external power supply is connected to the unit’s 12 volt DC connection. For the unit’s power ratings, see “Specifications” on page 11. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
NVR and must ensure that anti-static precautions are taken. Connecting the ground wire to the NVR ground stud Ground wire from earth ground source (18 gauge) Keps nut NVR ground stud 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
4 channel units: individual drive capacity of 500 GB or 1 TB, for a total capacity of up to 2 TB For information about installing hard drives, see “Installing Hard Drives” on page 36. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Before you replace the batteries, power down and (if applicable) undock the unit. Ensure the LEDs at the front of the unit turn off before you remove the cover. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Once the preliminary setup is complete, specify the recorder’s initial configuration using the unit’s provisioning interface. For more information, see the Provisioning Interface Technical Instructions. Then, specify basic device configurations using the March Networks Administrator Console. The Administrator Console application is included on the provided software DVD. For more information, see the Administrator Console User Manual, available for download from the March Networks Partner Portal.
Back (rear panel) of 8 channel unit Right bracket Right Screws Right bracket Left Screws Left bracket Front (faceplate) of 8 channel unit 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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With the faceplate at the top (facing up) and the rear panel at the bottom (facing down) The underside of the recorder (with the feet) always faces the wall. Wall-mount with faceplate at bottom Wall-mount with faceplate at top 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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(with the feet) must always face the wall. The recorder drops approximately 0.5 inches (1.27 centimeters) when hung on the mounting screws. The screws lock into the mounting hole keyways, providing a positive locking mechanism. Tighten the mounting screws. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Mark the right mounting screw location, using the brackets attached to the recorder as a template. Wall-mounting: Right mounting screw location Use the bracket to mark the location of the mounting screw. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Do not thread the mounting screw all the way in. The screw head should protrude approximately 0.25 inches (0.64 centimeters) from the mounting surface so that you can hang the recorder on it. Mounting Screw 4 channel recorder 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
WARNING: To ensure the unit meets the recommended operating temperature, the unit must be desk- mounted in a location that ensures that it is unobstructed on all sides. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
Unplug the unit and wait for the LEDs to turn off. Remove the three (3) screws from the cover of the recorder. Note: Set these screws aside - you will use them to re-attach the cover. Screws 8 channel unit 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Loosen the four screws at the bottom of the hard drive bracket (two each side) and remove it from the recorder. Note: Set the screws aside - you will use them to re-attach the bracket. 2 visible screws for bottom of bracket (bracket removed) 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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The data cables are marked with numbers to indicate which position they go in: attach the data cable marked 1 to the hard drive in position 1. Data cable Power cable 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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When all the hard drives that you require are installed, replace the cover of the recorder unit and secure it with the three (3) screws. Use 3.0 in-lbs (inch pounds) of torque. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
The cover screws are located on the sides of the unit at the bottom (see illustration below). Note: Set these screws aside - you will use them to re-attach the cover. cover 4 channel unit Screw (right side) 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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Note: Set the screws aside - you will use them to re-attach the bracket. Screws to secure the hard drive in the bracket 2 screws visible for hard drive bracket 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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When all the hard drives that you require are installed, close the cover of the recorder unit and secure it with the two (2) screws. Use 4.3 in-lbs (inch pounds) of torque. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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National Television Standards Committee. A video standard typically used in North America. Network Video Recorder. See also Recorder. Phase Alternation Line. The analog television display standard used in Europe and other parts of the world. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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The SATA standard is based on serial signaling technology. SMART Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology. An interface between the recorder and the hard drive. Universal serial bus. An interface between the recorder and add-on devices. 8000 Series 8/4 Channel Hybrid NVR Installation Guide...
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