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Manufacturer's greeting and overview of the NVR manual.
Essential safety and operational guidelines for using the NVR.
General description of the NVR's Linux-based OS and AI features.
Details about the NVR's front panel components and features.
Description of the NVR's rear panel ports and connections.
Step-by-step guide to connecting cables for NVR, cameras, and monitor.
Detailed instructions for installing a hard disk drive (HDD) into the NVR.
Steps to perform a factory reset on the NVR to restore default settings.
Initial setup process after powering on the NVR, including language and location.
Creating a new administrator password for the NVR.
Setting up an optional unlock pattern for device security.
Configuring password recovery options like email and security questions.
Overview of the startup wizard for network, P2P, camera, and HDD setup.
Configuration of network settings, including static IP recommendations.
Setting up P2P for mobile device connection via Amcrest View Pro App.
Process for adding cameras to the NVR, including troubleshooting registration.
Detailed explanation of mouse functions for navigating the NVR interface.
Explanation of the video wall display and channel bitrate information.
Interface for controlling live video, including playback and zoom features.
Accessing common functions quickly via a right-click shortcut menu.
How to call PTZ functions like presets, tours, and patterns.
Setting up PTZ presets, tours, and patterns for camera control.
Configuring custom movement patterns for PTZ cameras.
Setting up scanning limits for PTZ cameras.
How to access and operate the NVR via a web browser.
Using the IP Config tool to find and access the NVR's web interface.
Accessing the NVR's web interface directly through a browser.
Setting up remote web access using HTTP and DDNS.
Configuring Dynamic Domain Name Server (DDNS) for stable remote access.
Using Universal Plug and Play for easy internet and router connection.
Configuring email settings to send alerts and notifications.
Enabling multicast for broadcasting live view to multiple computers.
Configuring general NVR settings like language, video standard, and logout time.
Setting the system time, time zone, and date format.
Setting holiday schedules to pause recording during specific periods.
Setting up IP filters for whitelisting or blacklisting IP addresses.
Managing user accounts, passwords, and user groups.
Configuring group account settings and permissions.
Configuring or modifying ONVIF users associated with the NVR.
Setting up email for password recovery.
Viewing real-time live feeds of connected devices.
Automatically displaying selected camera feeds.
Selecting how many channels are displayed.
Viewing recorded data, including motion, alarm, and IVS events.
Navigating recorded events using a calendar view.
Viewing a categorized list of all system events.
Icons and features for controlling playback (play, pause, stop, zoom).
Downloading recorded clips from the NVR.
Overview of AI features like Face Detection, IVS, People Counting, Heat Map, SMD.
Setting up and configuring face detection functionality.
Customizing and setting up Intelligent Video System (IVS) rules.
Enabling and configuring people counting functionality.
Using heat maps to determine crowd flow density.
Configuring Smart Motion Detection (SMD) for human/vehicle detection.
Viewing live alarm information and configuring alarm event actions.
Configuring motion detection settings, regions, sensitivity, and threshold.
Setting up video loss detection for channels.
Configuring video tampering detection settings.
Setting up audio detection to trigger alarms based on audio input.
Specifying actions for HDD or network abnormalities.
Viewing system information, updating, and managing configuration settings.
Information about connected hard drives, status, and SMART report.
Setting auto maintenance, import/export, reset, and firmware upgrade.
Updating the NVR's firmware.
Backing up file information to an external USB storage device.
Configuring display outputs, resolution, and overlay settings.
Managing audio functions, file management, and audio playback schedules.
Common questions and troubleshooting steps for NVR issues.
Compliance statement regarding FCC rules for NVR operation.
Industry Canada compliance and RF exposure limits.
Information on toxic or hazardous materials contained in the product.
| Mobile Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compression | H.264 |
| Video Input Channels | 4 |
| Storage Capacity | Supports up to 6TB HDD (not included) |
| Network Interface | Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Remote Viewing | Yes |
| Mobile App Support | Amcrest View Pro |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, Mac |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, SMTP, NTP |
| Power Supply | 12V DC |