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ALI-NVR3316P Backpanel

Internal Ethernet switch

ports with PoE (16)

LAN

Fan

outlet

Video Out

(VGA, HDMI)

Audio

IN/OUT

Alarm

IN/OUT

USB

Power cord

connector

Power

switch

Ground

terminal

Item Description

VIDEO OUT (VGA, HDMI) 1 channel (HDMI/VGA). See “Specications” on page 4 for supported output resolutions.

Audio IN / OUT RCA connectors for audio line input and line output

Alarm IN / OUT Terminations are provided for 4 alarm inputs (N.O. or N.C.) and 1 alarm output. See below. (ALI-NVR3308P and ALI-NVR3316P only)

Power connector

ALI-NVR3304P: Connect the 48 Vdc power adapter provided with the recorder to this port, and to a standard 100 ~ 240 Vac power

source using the power cord provided.

ALI-NVR3308P and ALI-NVR3316P: Connect the power cord provided with the recorder to this port and to a standard 100 ~ 240 Vac

power source.

ON / OFF Switch Switch for powering the recorder on or o.

GROUND Terminal for ground. Connect to earth ground before powering on the NVR.

LAN 10/100BASE-T (ALI-NVR3304P) or 10/100/1000BASE-T (ALI-NVR3308P and ALI-NVR3316) Ethernet network interface

USB interface

Universal Serial Bus (USB) port for additional devices such as USB mouse and USB Hard Disk Drive (HDD). USB 3.0 port in ALI-NVR3308P

and ALI-NVR3316P only.

Internal Ethernet switch ports

4 (ALI-NVR3304P) or 8 (ALI-NVR3308P) or 16 (ALI-NVR3316P) 10/100 Mbps ports for IP cameras. These ports provide Power over

Ethernet (PoE).

Alarm IN / OUT Terminals (ALI-NVR3308P and ALI-NVR3316P only)

Item Description

ALARM IN (1 through 4 and

G, G (ground))

Alarm inputs 1 - 4. Alarm input is tied to ground at G or G terminals through the alarm sensor (N.O. or N.C.).

ALARM OUT (1 and G) Alarm outputs 1 with ground termination.

Mouse control

A standard 3-button (left / right / scroll-wheel) USB mouse can also be used with this NVR. To use a USB mouse:

This quick setup guide provides instructions to initially setup and use the ALI-NVR3304P, ALI-NVR3308P and ALI-NVR3316P network

video recorders (NVRs). For information about using your NVR and its extensive capabilities, refer to the Alibi Embedded Network Video

Recorder Firmware V3.4.x User Manual provided at www.alibisecurity.com/resources.

For more information, refer to these documents - available from your equipment vendor:

• ALIBI™ Tools Utility Installation and User Manual

• ALIBI™ Witness Smartphone App for Android - Quick Start Guide

Controls and Indicators

Front panel

Status indicators USB port

Item Function / Description

Status Indicators

POWER Indicator is green when the unit is powered on. When the unit is o, the LED is red if power is available.

HDD HDD indicator blinks red when data is being read from or written to an HDD.

TX/RX Blinks green when the network connection is functioning normally.

USB Interfaces Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port for additional USB devices such as a mouse or Hard Disk Drive (HDD).

ALI-NVR3304P Backpanel

Audio IN/OUT

Internal Ethernet switch

ports with PoE (4)

LAN

Power Adapter

connector

Power switch

Video Out

(VGA, HDMI)

Ground

terminal

USB

ALI-NVR3308P Backpanel

Internal Ethernet switch

ports with PoE (8)

LAN

Fan

outlet

Video Out

(VGA, HDMI)

Audio

IN/OUT

Alarm

IN/OUT

USB

Power cord

connector

Power

switch

Ground

terminal

ALI-NVR3304P, ALI-NVR3308P, ALI-NVR3316P Embedded Network Video Recorders Quick Setup Guide

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This document describes the ALIBI™ ALI-NVR3304P, ALIBI™ ALI-NVR3308P, ALIBI™ ALIBI-NVR3316P Embedded Network Video Recorders. These devices are designed for recording and managing video surveillance footage.

Function Description

The ALIBI NVRs are embedded network video recorders that provide a comprehensive solution for video surveillance. They are designed to record and manage video streams from IP cameras. The devices support various recording modes, including continuous, schedule, event, motion detection, and alarm. They offer real-time viewing, playback, and backup capabilities. The NVRs are equipped with multiple ports for connectivity, including Ethernet, USB, and HDMI/VGA for video output. They also feature audio input/output for comprehensive surveillance.

Important Technical Specifications

Models:

ALI-NVR3304P: 4-channel NVR
ALI-NVR3308P: 8-channel NVR
ALI-NVR3316P: 16-channel NVR

Video Output:

HDMI/VGA: Supports resolutions up to 4K (3840 x 2160) for HDMI and up to 1920 x 1080 for VGA.
HDMI/VGA Output Formats: Various resolutions from 1024 x 768 to 3840 x 2160 (HDMI) and 1920 x 1080 (VGA).

Recording Performance:

Recording Throughput:
- ALI-NVR3304P: 80 Mbps max
- ALI-NVR3308P: 80 Mbps max
- ALI-NVR3316P: 160 Mbps max
Remote Viewing Output Capacity:
- ALI-NVR3304P: 60 Mbps max
- ALI-NVR3308P: 60 Mbps max
- ALI-NVR3316P: 160 Mbps max
Supported Frame Rate per Channel: Main stream up to 60 fps, Sub stream up to 60 fps.

Hard Drive Interface:

ALI-NVR3304P: 1 SATA interface, up to 6TB capacity.
ALI-NVR3308P: 1 SATA interface, up to 6TB capacity.
ALI-NVR3316P: 2 SATA interfaces, up to 6TB capacity.

Network Interfaces:

ALI-NVR3304P: 1x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 self-adaptive Ethernet interface.
ALI-NVR3308P: 1x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 self-adaptive Ethernet interface.
ALI-NVR3316P: 1x Gigabit RJ-45 self-adaptive Ethernet interface.

PoE (Power over Ethernet) Ports:

ALI-NVR3304P: 4 independent 10/100 Mbps PoE Ethernet interfaces.
ALI-NVR3308P: 8 independent 10/100 Mbps PoE Ethernet interfaces.
ALI-NVR3316P: 16 independent 10/100 Mbps PoE Ethernet interfaces.

Power Consumption:

ALI-NVR3304P: ≤ 10 W (without HDD)
ALI-NVR3308P: ≤ 10 W (without HDD)
ALI-NVR3316P: ≤ 15 W (without HDD)

Physical Dimensions (W x D x H):

ALI-NVR3304P: 12.4" W x 9.5" D x 1.8" H
ALI-NVR3308P: 12.4" W x 9.5" D x 1.8" H
ALI-NVR3316P: 15.2" W x 12.4" D x 1.8" H

Operating Temperature: 14°F ~ 131°F

Protocols: IPv4, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, NTP, RTSP, RTMP, SMTP, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, SNMP, P2P, UPnP.

Usage Features

Front Panel Indicators:

POWER: Indicates the device is powered on.
HDD: Indicates HDD activity (red when data is being read/written, green when idle).
TX/RX: Blinks to show network activity.

Rear Panel Connectivity:

Audio In/Out: RCA connectors for audio input and line output.
LAN: RJ-45 Ethernet port for network connection.
Alarm In/Out: Terminal blocks for alarm input and output.
HDMI/VGA: Video output ports.
USB: USB 2.0 ports for mouse, USB drive, or other USB devices.
Power Connector: DC power input.
Fan Outlet: For cooling.

Installation and Setup:

HDD Installation: The NVRs support internal SATA HDDs. Installation involves removing the top cover, connecting SATA power and data cables, and securing the HDD with screws. Specific instructions are provided for single and dual HDD configurations.
Initial Setup Wizard: A wizard guides users through the initial configuration, including setting a strong administrator password, time zone, network settings (DHCP or static IP), and HDD initialization.
Camera Installation: IP cameras can be connected directly to the NVR's PoE ports or to a network switch. The NVR automatically detects and adds cameras.
Remote Access: The NVRs can be accessed remotely via a web browser or client software after proper network configuration.

User Interface and Navigation:

Mouse Control: A standard 3-button USB mouse is used for navigation.
Main Menu: Provides access to various functions such as record, playback, backup, configuration, and shutdown.
Live View: Displays real-time video from connected cameras, with options for single-screen, multi-screen, and sequence views.
Playback: Allows reviewing recorded footage with controls for play, pause, fast forward, and rewind.
Configuration: Extensive settings for cameras, recording schedules, network, users, and system maintenance.

Security Features:

Password Protection: Strong password enforcement for administrator and user accounts.
User Management: Allows creating and managing multiple user accounts with different access privileges.

Maintenance Features

HDD Management:

Storage: The NVR supports HDD management, including initialization, formatting, and checking HDD status.
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology): Provides information on HDD health and potential issues.

Firmware Updates:

The NVR's firmware can be updated to improve performance, add new features, and address security vulnerabilities. Updates are typically performed via USB or network.

Backup:

Recorded footage can be backed up to a USB drive or network storage.

System Logs:

The NVR maintains system logs to record events, errors, and user activities, which can be helpful for troubleshooting and auditing.

Reset Options:

The NVR can be restored to factory default settings if needed, which can resolve certain software-related issues.

Environmental Considerations:

The NVRs are designed to operate within a specified temperature range (14°F ~ 131°F). Proper ventilation and avoiding extreme temperatures are important for device longevity.

ESD Precautions:

When handling internal components, especially during HDD installation, it is crucial to follow Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) guidelines to prevent damage to sensitive electronic components. This includes wearing a certified ESD wrist strap and working in an ESD-safe environment.