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Kguard NS401 User Manual

Kguard NS401
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USER MANUAL
NS401
NS801
NS1601

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Kguard NS401 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKguard
ModelNS401
CategoryDVR
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

About this Manual

Information about the manual's purpose and accuracy.

FCC Compliance Statement

Statement regarding device compliance with FCC rules for digital devices.

Copyright

Legal notice regarding the publication and its limitations.

Limitation of Liability

Limits the supplier's liability for product use and potential errors.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Outlines warranty limitations and supplier's non-liability for damages.

Safety Information

Warning and Caution Symbols

Explains hazard symbols used in the manual.

Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines for installation and operation.

Chapter 1: Product Overview

1.1 Features

Lists the key functionalities and capabilities of the DVR device.

1.2 Accessories

Details the items included in the DVR package for setup and use.

1.3 Parts and Functions

Identifies and describes the components of the DVR front panel.

1.3.1 Front Panel (4-Channel DVR)

Details the layout and function of the 4-Channel DVR front panel buttons and indicators.

1.3.1 Front Panel (8-Channel DVR)

Details the layout and function of the 8-Channel DVR front panel buttons and indicators.

1.3.1 Front Panel (16-Channel DVR)

Details the layout and function of the 16-Channel DVR front panel buttons and indicators.

1.3.2 Rear Panel (4-Channel / 8-Channel DVR)

Illustrates and explains the connectors on the rear panel of 4-Channel and 8-Channel DVRs.

1.3.2 Rear Panel (16-Channel DVR)

Illustrates and explains the connectors on the rear panel of the 16-Channel DVR.

1.4 Mouse

Explains the operation and function of the included USB mouse.

1.5 Remote Control (4-Channel / 8-Channel DVR)

Details the buttons and functions of the remote control for 4/8-channel models.

1.5 Remote Control (16-Channel DVR)

Details the buttons and functions of the remote control for the 16-channel model.

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 Installing the Hard Disk Drive

Instructions for installing a hard disk drive into the DVR unit.

2.1.2 Installing HDD on 16-Channel DVR

Provides instructions for installing HDDs in the 16-channel DVR's internal or removable slots.

To Install in the Removable HDD Compartment

Details the steps for installing an HDD in the removable compartment.

2.2 Connecting the Power

Guides on connecting the power adapter to the DVR and a wall outlet.

2.3 Connecting to Monitors

Explains how to connect the DVR to monitors using BNC, VGA, or HDMI.

2.3.1 BNC Connection

Details connecting the DVR video output to a monitor via BNC cable.

2.3.2 VGA Connection

Guides on connecting the DVR video output to a monitor via VGA cable.

2.3.3 HDMI Connection

Details connecting the DVR video output to a monitor via HDMI cable.

2.4 Connecting the Cameras

Instructions for connecting cameras to the DVR using BNC or RS-485.

2.4.1 BNC Connection

Details connecting cameras to the DVR video input via BNC connectors.

2.4.2 RS-485 Connection

Explains connecting PTZ speed dome cameras using the RS-485 connector.

2.5 Connecting the Alarm

Provides instructions for connecting an alarm device to the 16-channel DVR.

2.6 Connecting the Sensors

Details connecting sensor devices to the 16-channel DVR.

2.7 Connecting the Microphones

Guides on connecting microphones using RCA, BNC, or parallel connections.

2.7.1 RCA Connection

Details connecting microphones to 4/8-channel DVRs using RCA cables.

2.7.2 BNC Connection

Details connecting microphones to channels 1-4 of 16-channel DVRs via BNC.

2.7.3 Parallel Connection

Explains connecting microphones to channels 5-16 of 16-channel DVRs via parallel port.

2.8 Connecting to Network

Instructions for connecting the DVR to the internet for remote monitoring.

2.9 Connecting to Other Devices

Guides on connecting USB devices like mice and storage drives to the DVR.

2.10 Connecting to Speakers

Explains how to connect speakers via RCA or BNC connections.

2.10.1 RCA Connection

Details connecting speakers to 4/8-channel DVRs using RCA cables.

Chapter 3: Getting Started

3.1 Starting Up

Instructions for powering on the DVR device.

3.2 Shutting Down

Provides the correct procedure for powering off the DVR.

3.3 The Main Screen

Describes the primary interface displayed after the DVR powers on.

3.3.1 Screen Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the main screen.

3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard

Details the on-screen keyboard used for data entry.

3.3.3 Locking the Screen

Instructions on how to secure the DVR from unauthorized OSD access.

3.3.4 Pop-up Menu

Explains how to access and use the pop-up menu for quick functions.

3.3.5 On Screen Display (OSD) menu

Describes methods to access the DVR's On Screen Display menu.

3.4 Screen Modes

Overview of different display layouts for camera feeds.

3.4.1 Live View

Explains how to view live camera feeds in grid or full-screen mode.

3.4.2 Split Mode

Details options for customizing the display of multiple camera channels.

3.4.3 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Mode

Explains how to display a secondary channel within the main live view.

3.4.4 Rotate View

Describes how to enable automatic rotation of camera views on the screen.

3.5 Using PTZ Controls

Guides on controlling PTZ speed dome cameras connected to the DVR.

3.5.1 Cruise Mode

Explains how to start and stop the PTZ camera's automated patrol sequence.

3.6 Zoom

Details how to zoom in on specific areas of the live camera feed.

3.7 Manual Recording

Instructions for manually starting and stopping video recording.

3.8 Adjusting Volume

Guides on controlling the audio output volume and muting.

Chapter 4: Using the DVR

4.1 Setting the Display

Covers display settings like channel title, position, and color.

4.1.1 Live Settings

Details configuring live view settings for channels, including title and color.

4.1.2 Output Settings (4-Channel/8-Channel)

Configures display output settings for 4/8-channel DVRs, including resolution and volume.

4.1.3 Output Settings (16-Channel)

Configures output settings for 16-channel DVRs, including LIVE-OUT and SPOT-OUT.

4.1.4 Privacy Zone Settings

Allows masking up to 4 areas per channel to hide sensitive zones.

4.2 Record Setup

Configures recording parameters, schedules, and framerates.

4.2.1 Record Parameter

Sets recording mode, pack duration, and pre-recording options.

4.2.2 Schedule Recording

Sets up a daily or weekly schedule for recording based on time and event type.

4.2.3 Record Setup

Configures resolution, FPS, quality, and audio for recordings.

4.3 Searching Videos

Guides on how to search for recorded video footage.

4.3.1 Searching and Playing Videos

Details searching for videos by date/time and playing them back.

Replaying Videos by Recording Date and Time

Directly replay videos by specifying recording date and time.

4.3.2 Searching Videos by Event

How to search for recorded videos based on specific events like motion or alarms.

4.3.3 Backing up Videos

Instructions for backing up recorded video files to a USB device.

4.3.4 Viewing and Exporting Log

How to view and export system logs from the DVR.

4.4 Setting the Network

Guides on configuring the DVR's network connection for remote access.

4.4.1 Network Settings

Covers configuring network types like DHCP, PPPoE, and Static IP.

DHCP Configuration

Steps to set up the DVR using DHCP for automatic IP assignment.

Static IP

Steps to configure the DVR with a fixed IP address.

4.4.2 Remote Stream Setup

Enables or disables video output for specific channels during remote access.

4.4.3 DDNS Settings

Configures Dynamic DNS for accessing the DVR with a domain name.

4.4.4 Email Settings

Sets up email notifications for events like motion detection or HDD failure.

4.4.5 Setting Up Mobile Devices

Guides on configuring the DVR for remote access via mobile phones and tablets.

4.5 Setting Alarms

Configures motion detection and alarm notification settings.

4.5.1 Motion Detection Alarm Settings

Enables and configures motion detection for specific channels.

Set Motion Detection Area

Allows defining specific areas within a camera view for motion detection.

4.5.2 Other Alarm Settings (16-Channel only)

Configures alarm settings for 16-channel DVRs with connected alarm devices.

4.6 Setting the Device

Manages device settings, including storage and PTZ configuration.

4.6.1 Storage Device Setup

Configures HDD settings like overwrite intervals and formats drives.

Setting HDD

Sets up the hard disk drive, including overwrite settings.

Formatting HDD

Provides steps to format the installed hard disk drive.

Formatting USB drive

Guides on formatting USB drives for use with the DVR.

4.6.2 PTZ Setup

Configures settings for connected PTZ speed dome cameras.

4.7 System Settings

Manages system parameters like date, time, language, and user accounts.

4.7.1 General Settings

Configures general system parameters such as date, time, and video format.

Synchronizing Time with NTP Server

Sets up automatic time synchronization using an NTP server.

Setting Daylight Saving Time

Configures the DVR to automatically adjust for daylight saving time.

4.7.2 User and Password Settings

Manages user accounts, passwords, and access rights for the DVR.

Changing the Password

Guides on how to change the DVR administrator password.

Configuring Other Users

Details on enabling, disabling, and setting up user accounts.

Authorizing Other Users

Grants specific access rights to user accounts.

4.7.3 View System Info

Displays detailed system information like MAC address and firmware version.

4.8 Advanced Settings

Accesses advanced features like maintenance, firmware updates, and defaults.

4.8.1 Maintenance Settings

Manages system maintenance tasks, including reboot and shutdown.

Manual Reboot and Power Off

Performs manual reboot or power off operations for the DVR.

Set Auto Maintenance

Configures automatic scheduled reboots to optimize DVR performance.

Update System Firmware

Instructions for updating the DVR's firmware to the latest version.

Load Default Settings

Restores the DVR to its original factory default settings.

4.8.2 Events Settings

Defines types of events that can trigger DVR alarms.

Chapter 5: KGUARD Web Client

5.1 Login

Steps to log in to the DVR using the web client interface.

5.2 The Interface

Overview of the KGUARD Web Client interface layout and its components.

5.3 Live Viewing

Accessing and managing live camera feeds through the web client.

5.3.1 Switching Screen Modes

Details various screen display modes for live camera feeds.

5.3.2 Viewing and Recording

Managing live channels, manual recording, and taking snapshots via web client.

5.3.3 Using PTZ Controls

Controlling PTZ cameras remotely through the web client interface.

5.4 Searching and Playing Recorded Videos

Searching, playing, and managing recorded videos via web client.

5.4.1 Searching and Playing Videos

Detailed steps for searching and playing back recorded video files.

5.4.2 Downloading Recorded Videos

Instructions for downloading recorded video files from the DVR.

5.5 Remote Settings

Accesses remote configuration options for the DVR.

5.5.1 Setting the Display

Remotely customizes channel display, live viewing, and window positions.

Copying Settings To Other Channels

Applies settings from one channel to other channels remotely.

5.5.2 Privacy Zone Settings

Remotely masks areas on camera views for privacy.

5.5.2 Setting the Recording

Remotely configures recording parameters like frame rate and resolution.

Setting the Recording Parameters

Adjusts recording settings such as file size and duration.

Setting the Recording Schedule

Sets up remote recording schedules for channels.

Record Setup Settings

Configures resolution, FPS, quality, and audio for remote recording.

5.5.3 Setting the Network Configuration

Configures remote network settings, including Static IP.

Setting Up with Static IP

Guides on setting a static IP address for remote network access.

Setting Up with DHCP

Guides on setting up DHCP for remote network access.

Setting Up with PPPoE

Guides on setting up PPPoE for remote network access.

Setting the Remote Stream

Configures remote stream settings for video and audio.

Setting the Email

Configures email settings for sending alarm notifications.

Mobile Devices Setup

Guides on configuring the DVR for mobile device access.

Setting Up DDNS

Configures Dynamic DNS service for remote access.

5.5.4 Setting the Alarm

Configures alarm settings, including motion detection.

Setting Motion Detection

Enables and configures motion detection parameters.

Setting the Alarm Notification (16-Channel only)

Configures alarm notifications for 16-channel DVRs.

5.5.5 Setting the Device

Manages device settings remotely, including HDD and PTZ.

HDD Setup

Remotely views HDD information and sets overwrite options.

PTZ Setup

Remotely configures PTZ camera settings.

5.5.6 Managing System Settings

Manages system settings like time zone and language remotely.

General Setup

Configures general system settings remotely.

Administrator Account Setup

Guides on setting up and managing the administrator account.

User Account Setup

Guides on setting up and authorizing user accounts remotely.

System Information

Views system and firmware information remotely.

5.5.7 Advanced Settings

Accesses advanced remote settings like firmware updates.

Firmware Update

Instructions for updating DVR firmware remotely.

Load Default Settings

Restores factory default settings remotely.

Events Settings

Configures remote event settings for alarms.

Set Auto Maintenance

Configures scheduled automatic reboots for DVR maintenance.

5.6 Local Settings

Specifies local paths for saving downloaded files and snapshots.

Chapter 6: Using KView Series Software

6.1 KView

Details using the KView app on Android and iPhones.

6.1.1 KView on Android® Phones

Guides on downloading and installing KView on Android phones.

6.1.2 KView on iPhone®

Guides on downloading and installing KView on iPhones.

6.2 KViewHD

Details using the KViewHD app on Android tablets and iPads.

6.2.1 KViewHD on Android® Tablets

Guides on downloading and installing KViewHD on Android tablets.

6.2.2 KViewHD on iPad®

Guides on downloading and installing KViewHD on iPads.

6.3 KView Center

Guides on installing and using the KView Center software on computers.

6.4 KView Series Specifications

Provides a comparison of features across KView Series software.

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting & FAQ

7.1 Troubleshooting

Lists common problems and their possible solutions for the DVR.

7.2 Frequently Asked Questions

Answers common questions regarding DVR operation and features.

Appendix: Specifications

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