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- Page 1 USER’S MANUAL DP8 SERIES 24/7 SUPPORT www.NightOwlSP.com English Español / Français...
- Page 2 CM-DP2BK-B CM-DP8L-B 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.
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Page 3: 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 Connected to the Internet............... Don't want to connect to the Internet..........4. Live View Live View..................Tool Bar and Function Panel Overview.......... - Page 4 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.
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Page 5: Fcc Warning
FCC Warnings 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. FCC Compliance Statement These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency interference in residential installation. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
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. -
Page 7: Specifications
Use all of the included Night Owl accessories. Third-party Mounting RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 accessories may not work correctly. Hardware Mouse (x1) Monitor Router NOTE: For best results, use the included Night Owl accessories. Third party accessories may not work properly. -
Page 8: Dvr Diagram
DVR Diagram FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly depending on your model number. Video In – Allows for the connection of BNC wired cameras. The DVR automatically detects the camera. Before turning the DVR on, make sure the NOTE: cameras are connected to the DVR and a power source. -
Page 9: Camera And Mouse Diagram
Camera Diagram 4K (8MP) CAMERA Facial Capture 100 ft. Night Vision Wide Viewing Angle Human Detection Technology Motion-Activated Spotlight Outdoor Housing Video/Power Cables Connect all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all components function properly. Mouse Diagram MOUSE Live Viewing: Double-click the left button on any camera view in split-screen mode to bring it to full screen display. -
Page 10: Connecting Your System
LAN port on the back of the DVR. on the back of your router or modem. camera locally to confirm they function properly. NOTE: Night Owl recommends connecting to the Internet for the best user experience. POWER CABLE POWER SPLITTER... -
Page 11: Downloading Night Owl Protect
Downloading Night Owl Protect If you’re a First Time User, download Night Owl Protect from the App Store or Google Play Store onto your Smart Device. If you already have an account skip to Chapter 3 Step B. Create and verify your Night Owl Protect account. Use the Night Owl Protect login credentials to log into the DVR in Chapter 3 Step B. -
Page 12: Startup Wizard
Chapter 2, Step 2). NOTE: The DVR is automatically added to the Night Owl Protect App when you log in using your Night Owl Protect credentials. After logging into your Night Owl Protect account, the Startup Wizard continues to lead you through the setup process. -
Page 13: Don't Want To Connect To The Internet
3.2 Don’t Want to Connect the DVR to the Internet Night Owl Strongly Recommends connecting the DVR to the Internet. If you have decided not to connect: • You must manually update the device’s firmware to the latest version to receive Technical Phone Support. -
Page 14: Live View
Live View 4.1 Live View The Live View screen is where you view your cameras and gain access to the Tool Bar and Menu. When you log into the system, the display is in full screen mode. Right click the mouse to display the Tool Bar (bottom of screen) and Function Panel (right side of screen). -
Page 15: Tool Bar And Function Panel Overview
Indicates human motion has been detected by one of the cameras. You must Human Detection Event add the recorder to the Night Owl Protect app to receive real-time alerts. Indicates a face has been captured by one of the cameras. You must add Face Detection Event the recorder to the Night Owl Protect app to receive real-time alerts. -
Page 16: Video Playback
Video Playback The Playback Panel allows you to view recorded events. Right click on the Live View to access the Tool Bar. Left click on the Tool Bar to access the Playback Panel. Full Screen CH Layout Playback Event Seach / Timeline: Slide to Return to Live Control Bar... -
Page 17: Video Backup
Video Backup Backup your recordings on a USB Flash Drive or External HDD. Before inserting a USB Flash Drive or connecting an External HDD to the DVR, it must be formatted to FAT32/ExFat WARNING: Formatting erases ALL data on the USB or HDD DO NOT connect the DVR’s hard disk drive to your PC or Mac! NOTE: 6.1 Formatting a USB Flash Drive and External HDD... -
Page 18: Formatting For Mac Os
Locate “Format” on the dropdown list and click it. The Format Menu opens. In the “File System” field select FAT32 and click “Start.” Don’t unplug the Flash Drive or external HDD until formatting is complete. 6.1.2 Formatting for Mac OS Plug the USB Flash Drive or connect the extenal HDD into your Mac. - Page 19 Click the USB Flash Drive or external HDD in the sidebar in Disk Utility. Click “Erase” in the Disk Utility Toolbar. Create a name and click on the Format dropdown menu and choose either MS-DOS (FAT32) or ExFAT. Click “Erase.”...
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Page 20: Video Backup
6.2 Video Bakup Right click on the Live View screen to bring up the Tool Bar. Left click to access the playback panel. Left click to open the Backup Menu. Follow the steps below to backup video. VIDEO / LOG SOURCE DESTINATION TARGET /... -
Page 21: Dvr And Channel Status Indicators
DVR and Channel Status 7.1 Status & Operation The icons below keep you up to date on the DVR and its Channel’s statuses. 7.1.1 Device Status Key lock Key unlock USB Flash Drive / device connected No USB device connected Timer record on Timer record off Overwrite on... -
Page 22: Main Menu
Main Menu 8.1 Camera Left click “Camera” on the Main Menu to access submenus to adjust camera settings. 8.1.1 Connection Channel Title - Displays the name of the Channel. The default name is the channel number. Interface - Displays COAXIAL as this DVR works with BNC connected cameras using coaxial cabling. -
Page 23: Device
OSD LOGO - Choose to display the Night Owl logo and its location in the camera’s Live View (UP LEFT / UP MIDDLE / UP RIGHT / DOWN LEFT / DOWN MIDDLE / DOWN RIGHT). -
Page 24: Detection
8.1.4 Detection Access each camera's detection settings. 8.2 Record Set the parameters for Live View, Record Streaming, and Sub Streaming. IMAGE SIZE: Select the image size for each channel. The options available for IMAGE SIZE depend on the connected camera. Note: QUALITY: Select the video quality for each channel. -
Page 25: Scenario
Note: To receive Push Notifications, the DVR MUST be connected to the Internet and added to your Night Owl Protect account. LIGHT - Enabled by default on all channels. If the box is checked, the Light is enabled and turns on when a HUMAN EVENT is detected. -
Page 26: Backup And Exporting Recordings
By default, the DVR is set to record the full screen (No red grid) Set to record full screen (default value) Set to not record any event Only right section of the screen will record RECORDING SENSITIVITY - Adjust the motion sensitivity needed to trigger a recording (Higher sensitivity = more recordings). - Page 27 The screen below lets you choose the parameters for the video backup. Follow the steps below to backup videos. VIDEO / LOG SOURCE DESTINATION TARGET / USB DEVICE CALENDAR USB PATH CHANNEL BACKUP Step 1: Under SOURCE, choose the data type (VIDEO or LOG). Use the CALENDAR to select the time range and date you want to copy.
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Page 28: Storage
Unmount HDD - HDD hot-swapping is supported for this device. There’s no need to Mount / power off the device first to install or remove a hard disk drive. However, Night Owl recommends turning the power off as a safety precaution before removing or swapping a HDD. -
Page 29: Network
8.6 Network WAN is used to connect the DVR to the Internet for remote access. Network Type: DHCP Network configuration mode that gathers the network values automatically from the DHCP server. If unchecked, this value can be set manually. IP: Network address of the connected DVR. Gateway: The connection between two networks. -
Page 30: Remote Connection
8.7 Remote Connection Allows you to add your DVR to the Night Owl Protect App when the DVR is connected to the Internet. 1234567890 DN1234567890 Login: Allows the user to login with their Night Owl Protect credentials. The user will have to enter local Admin password first to confirm ownership. -
Page 31: Time
8.8 Time 8.8.1 Time Setup DATE - Set the current date. The default display format is MONTH/DATE/YEAR (M/D/Y). TIME - Set the current time in HOUR : MIN : SEC. FORMAT - Set the time display format: Y/M/D, M/D/Y or D/M/Y. NTP SERVER - Click to change the default NTP server to another server you are familiar with or keep the default NTP server. -
Page 32: Display
8.9 Display CHANNEL TITLE - Select to display the channel title on the Live View. EVENT STATUS - Select to display the Event Icons on the Live View. AUTO KEY LOCK(S) - Set the display’s time-out, after which the Key Lock is activated. (NEVER / 30 sec / 60 sec / 120 sec) HDD DISPLAY MODE - Select REMAINING SIZE to show the remaining HDD capacity for recording, or REMAINING TIME to show the remaining recording time. -
Page 33: Maintain
8.10 Maintain 8.10.1 System BACKUP CONFIG / RESTORE CONFIG (a) To save the DVR’s current configurations for later use, insert a compatible USB flash drive into the USB port. Click SUBMIT in the BACKUP CONFIG field to copy the current DVR configurations to a file “System. bin”... -
Page 34: Upgrade
8.10.2 Upgrade In this menu, you can choose to upgrade your DVR (LOCAL) or the connected cameras (CAMERA). LOCAL TAB Current Version: Display current DVR firmware version Online Version: Display latest DVR firmware version in the OTA Server if there is a new version available. - Page 35 CAMERA TAB Save the upgrade files obtained from your installer or distributor in a compatible USB flash drive and insert it into the USB port. Choose to browse to where the firmware file is saved and choose the file to upgrade. Then, choose SELECT to confirm and return to the upgrade page.
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Page 36: Event Log
8.10.3 Event Log You can see all event information (Type, Time Stamp, and Channel), or clear all Log Records. -
Page 37: Online
ANONYMOUS VIEWER LOGIN (DISABLED FEATURE) - Switch to ON to allow anonymous login. You don’t need to enter a username and password for remote access. NOTE: Although the DVR currently includes this feature, it is NOT supported by Night Owl Protect to ensure your privacy and security. -
Page 38: Power Control
Click on MENU -> POWER CONTROL. Click to logout or click on icon. When logging back in, the default username and password for offline or unregistered DVR’s is admin. Note: To log back into DVR’s that are online and registered, enter your Night Owl Protect credentials. -
Page 39: Appendix A Menu And Submenu Layout
APPENDIX A Right click MENU on the bottom left corner of the Tool Bar to display the main menu and submenu lists: CONNECTION DEVICE BRIGHTNESS CAMERA CONTRAST IMAGE SATURATION DETECTION IMAGE SIZE QUALITY RECORD FPS (Frames Per Second) RECORDING BY PUSH SCENARIO LIGHT... - Page 40 CHANNEL TITLE EVENT STATUS AUTO KEY LOCK(S) HDD DISPLAY MODE DISPLAY OUTPUT DISPLAY LANGUAGE SPOT MONITOR* CALL SCREEN DURATION QUAD SCREEN DURATION BACKUP CONFIG RESTORE CONFIG RESET DEFAULT SYSTEM DEVICE TITLE ENABLE AUTO PLUG AND PLAY BIND MAC ADDRESS RESET ALL GUARD CONNECTION BAUD RATE MAINTAIN HOST ID...
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Page 41: Appendix B Privacy Mask
APPENDIX B: Privacy Mask STOP: Please do not adjust the Advanced Configuration Settings unless you are familiar with and understand the changes you are making. PRIVACY MASK You can cover certain areas on the camera image with privacy masks. Up to 4 areas could be added. PRIVACY MASK MOSAIC SIZE NAME... -
Page 42: Glossary
Glossary DP8: 4K (8MP) HD Hi-Definition Analog System with Human Detection Technology and Built-in Motion-Activated Spotlights. DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating hostnames, addresses, URL’s or other information on a given name server. DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a server to automatically assign a device and IP address. -
Page 43: Warranty
Night Owl with the proof of purchase showing the product is still under warranty and was purchased from Night Owl directly or an Authorized Reseller and iii) return the Product to Night Owl. In its sole discretion, Night Owl will either repair or replace the Product at no additional cost to the Purchaser. - Page 44 Disclaimer Certain uses, publication and/or distribution of video/audio recordings from security cameras and/or audio devices are prohibited or restricted by federal, state and local laws. When enabling and/or using audio recording features with your hidden security camera, be sure to comply with the laws in your country, state and locality.
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Page 45: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem occurs, you may be able to easily correct it yourself. The following table describes some common issues and their most likely solutions. Please refer to the table before calling technical support. Error Possible Causes Solutions 1. Confirm that all cables are connected correctly. - Page 46 Error Possible Causes Solutions 1. Check the camera video cable and connections. 2. Disconnect and reconnect the There is no picture on selected Camera cables are loose or have cable at the system and at channels/camera picture is not become disconnected. the camera.
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Page 47: User Information
User Information Be sure to write down all the important information below and place it in a secure location. General DVR Information Admin Password: User Password: Model Number: UID: Internet Login Information Web Port: IP Address: Subnet Mask: Gateway: DNS1: DNS2:... - Page 48 NEED HELP? Why Call? Our Support Site Has it All! For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more: Please visit Support.NightOwlSP.com Enter the Series listed on the Product Support Sticker into the Search bar. Access the support material needed. www.NightOwlSP.com Rev 200713 iPhone, iPad, Mac and Mac OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
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