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Night Owl FS-8500 User Manual

Night Owl FS-8500
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Night Owl FS-8500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelFS-8500
DVR Channels8
Camera Resolution1080p
Storage TypeHDD
Hard Drive Size1TB
Camera TypeBullet
Weather ResistanceIP66
Night VisionYes
Remote ViewingYes
Power Supply12V DC
Operating Temperature-10°C to 50°C
TypeSecurity System
DimensionsVaries by component
WeightVaries by component

Summary

FCC RADIATION NORM

FCC Compliance Statement

Explains how the equipment complies with FCC regulations for radio frequency interference.

CAUTION!

Warns users about potential voiding of authority due to unauthorized modifications.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

CHAPTER 1: DVR FEATURES

Other Features

Lists the key functionalities and capabilities of the DVR system.

CHAPTER 2: LAYOUT

2.1 Front Panel

Details the front panel controls and indicators of the DVR.

2.2 Rear Panel

Details the rear panel connections and ports of the DVR.

2.3 Remote Control

Explains the functions of the remote control buttons.

2.4 Mouse Operation

Describes how to use the mouse for system navigation and control.

CHAPTER 3: DVR/CAMERA INSTALLATION

3.1 Connecting the DVR to a TV or Monitor

Guides on connecting the DVR to a display device using BNC to RCA.

3.2 Connecting the Power Supply

Instructions for connecting the DVR and cameras to a power source.

3.3 Connecting the Cameras

Details on connecting the surveillance cameras to the DVR system.

CHAPTER 4: DVR START UP

4.1 System Initialization

Describes the system boot-up and initialization process.

4.2 Main Interface

Overview of the DVR's main interface and navigation.

CHAPTER 5: DVR MENU AND OPTIONS

5.1 Main Menu Preview

Visual overview of the main menu structure and options.

5.2 Main Menu

Detailed explanation of accessing and navigating the main menu.

5.2.1 Camera setup

How to configure camera display, position, and color settings.

5.2.2 Record setup

Configuration options for recording mode, resolution, and schedule.

5.2.3 Network Setup – Intranet (Internal Access)

Steps to configure network settings for local network access.

5.2.4 Network Setup – Global Access (Connected Directly to Modem)

Guide to set up network for remote access via modem.

5.2.5 Network Setup – Global Access (Connected through a Router or Firewall)

Instructions for remote access configuration via router/firewall.

5.2.6 Recording Search

How to search and playback recorded video files.

5.2.7 Backup

Procedure for backing up recorded video files to USB.

5.2.8 Backup File Data

Information on backup file format and storage.

5.2.9 Converting Files to AVI:

Steps to convert recorded H.264 files to AVI format.

5.2.10 Device Management

Manage device settings like HDD, Alarm, PTZ, Mobile, and Motion.

5.2.10.1 HDD Management

How to format and manage the Hard Disk Drive.

5.2.10.2 Alarm Set

Configure alarm settings for motion, video loss, and HDD loss.

5.2.10.3 PTZ Setup

Settings for Pan-Tilt-Zoom camera control.

5.2.10.4 Mobile

Settings for mobile device access and monitoring.

5.2.11 Mobile Phone Access

Detailed guide for accessing DVR via mobile phones (Windows, Symbian, iPhone).

5.2.12 Motion Detect

Configure motion detection sensitivity and area settings.

5.2.13 System Function

Configure system settings like Date/Time, Password, Video, Language.

5.2.13.1 Time Set

How to set the system date, time, format, and time zone.

5.2.13.2 Password

Set up user and administrator passwords for system security.

5.2.13.3 Video Setup

Configure video output resolution and system format (PAL/NTSC).

5.2.13.4 Language

Set the default system language for the DVR interface.

5.2.13.5 Info.

View system information like device type, software version, MAC address.

5.2.13.6 System Maintenance

Reset defaults, update firmware, and set system auto-maintenance.

5.3 Video Search

Access the video search menu to find and playback recordings.

5.4 PTZ Control

Control PTZ camera movement, zoom, focus, and iris.

5.4.1 Cruise Setup

Configure and manage the PTZ camera's auto-cruise function.

5.5 Start Record

Manually start the recording process for the DVR.

5.6 Stop recording

Manually stop the ongoing recording process.

5.7 Start Cruise

Initiate the PTZ camera's cruising function.

5.8 Start AUTOSEQ

5.9 PIP MODE

CHAPTER 6: NET-VIEWER PROGRAM

6.1 Log-in to Net-Viewer

Steps to log in and access the remote viewing software.

6.2 Main Interface of Net-viewer

Overview of the Net-Viewer software's main interface.

6.2.1 Menu column

Explanation of Net-Viewer menu options: Live, Replay, Setup, Logout.

6.2.1.1 Live

Displays live video feeds after logging into Net-Viewer.

6.2.1.2 Replay

Allows remote playback of recorded video files.

6.2.1.3. Setup

Configure recording, alarm, PTZ, network, and system settings remotely.

6.2.1.4 Log out

Steps to log out of the Net-Viewer system.

6.2.2 PTZ Control

Remotely control PTZ camera functions like direction, zoom, focus.

6.2.3 Live Play Control

Controls for live display, capture, recording, channel, and volume.

6.2.4 Remote Backup

Backup recorded video files from the DVR to a PC remotely.

6.2.5 Multi Player File format

Instructions for playing backup files in multi-format players.

CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATION

WARRANTY

Exclusions

Lists items and conditions not covered by the product warranty.

Returns under this Warranty

Procedure for obtaining warranty service and product returns.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

ONLINE

Online resources for product support, manuals, and FAQs.

EMAIL

Contact email for customer service and technical support.

PHONE

Contact phone numbers for customer service and technical support.

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION

Information on professional installation services for the system.

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