Network Video Recorder (NVR)
Quick Installation Guide
Important Safety Instructions
To prect people and equipment against hazards, ensure no live wires are touching the case
and sucient ventilation by placing the NVR in a cool & dry place with the vents unblocked.
Different jurisdictions have specific laws regarding the use of surveillance cameras. Therefore,
the user must be aware of all applicable laws that restrict or limit the use of security cameras
& comply with those laws.
Modifications made to the Camius device n approved expressly by the party responsible for
compliance could void the warranty. Visit camius.com/warranty for warranty terms.
The following diagram shows all possible connections; different models may have her ports.
A minimum setup requires connecting power, HDMI, Mouse, Network, and a camera.
The NVR supports IP cameras using the NVR's PoE ports or on a local network switch.
Visit camius.com/support for manuals,
soware, firmware & Frequently
asked queions.
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Power
Supply
Router or switch
IP Cameras (PoE ports)
Speaker
USB
HDMI
Reset
On/Off
switch
Monitor
VGA
Connection Diagram 2
8 Channel NVR (8 PoE Ports)
16 Channel NVR (16 PoE Ports)
32 Channel NVR
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IP Cameras (PoE ports)
On/Off
switch
Power
Cord
RS485 &
Alarm in/out
e-sata
port
RS485 &
Alarm in/out
e-sata
port
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Reset
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Reset
VGA
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
VGA
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Line in / Audio out
LAN
Line in / Audio out
LAN / WAN Power
Cord On/Off
switch
Important Safety Instructions
To prect people and equipment against hazards, ensure no live wires are touching the case
and sucient ventilation by placing the NVR in a cool & dry place with the vents unblocked.
Different jurisdictions have specific laws regarding the use of surveillance cameras. Therefore,
the user must be aware of all applicable laws that restrict or limit the use of security cameras
& comply with those laws.
Modifications made to the Camius device n approved expressly by the party responsible for
compliance could void the warranty. Visit camius.com/warranty for warranty terms.
The following diagram shows all possible connections; different models may have her ports.
A minimum setup requires connecting power, HDMI, Mouse, Network, and a camera.
The NVR supports IP cameras using the NVR's PoE ports or on a local network switch.
Turn on the NVR using the On/Off switch.
During the Camius loading screen, the NVR
detects the monitor connected to the HDMI or
VGA port, and a message will appear if a higher
resolution is available.
On the ne screen (see right):
Select the desired menu Language.
The default Device ID is 000000.
The administrator username is ‘admin’
Password requirements: 8-16 characters, a
lowercase, an uppercase, a digit, and a special
character.
Unlock pattern is optional for easy access:
Click on the tab ‘to Draw’ and set your unlock
pattern, then click ‘Apply’. In addition, users
can select or skip Password Recovery
Questions & Answers.
You can activate and edit users under
Menu >> Setup >> Syem >> Multi-user
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Unlock the NVR with the newly created password
If the password is lost, here's how to reset it:
1 - If your recorder has a reset button (R-series) shown on the Connection Diagram,
press and hold it for 10 seconds to reset. Aer the audible confirmation, the NVR will
reset all settings, including the password. Resetting will n erase recorded foage on
your hard drive unless set under Maintenance >> Reset settings.
2 - If your recorder doesn't have a reset button, email the current date on the NVR’s
interface and The MAC address of the NVR to [email protected] to receive a reset
password:
To find the MAC address, click the (i) information icon at the btom menu on the NVR's
interface. The Camius Device Config Tool and the Camius View app are her ways to
find the MAC.
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Startup Wizard >> Network Configuration
If your router is DHCP enabled, keep the DHCP box checked. The
router will automatically assign network parameters to the NVR.
Otherwise, you can set up a static IP.
The IP address identifies the NVR on the local network.
The subnet mask for a basic setup is 255.255.255.0
The Gateway is typically your router's IP address.
DNS1/DNS2: The primary and backup DNS servers.
Web Ports: (HTTP/HTTPS/RTSP) is 80 by default, and the 'Client'
port is 9000 by default; bh are customizable.
UPnP: If your router supports Universal Plug'n'Play. The NVR will
attempt to configure port forwarding automatically; herwise, the
user can forward them manually on the router.
PPPOE procol is for DSL connections.
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Startup Wizard >> Date and Time
Synchronizing your NVR's internal clock with
your local Date & Time is essential; here are
the steps:
1- Set your local time zone relative to GMT, for
example, with Daylight Saving On:
{PST Pacific: GMT-7} {MST Mountain: GMT-6}
{CST Central: GMT-5} {T Eastern: GMT-4}
2- Set the date, time, and formats manually.
3- We recommend enabling NTP (Network
Time Procol), which synchronizes date &
time over the Internet. Click the checkbox,
choose one of the servers, and click Update
Now.
4- Enable DST for Daylight Saving
Time.
Once done, click Ne.
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Startup Wizard >> IP Cameras
For NVRs with built-in PoE, Camius IP cameras
plugged into any PoE port will appear on the right
side during this step. Green status indicates a
successl connection, and grey status could indicate
a password or network parameters mismatch.
Non-PoE IP cameras on your LAN appear on the le
side; you can add them using the middle arrow.
To add cameras manually, click the edit (pencil) icon,
switch mode to ‘manual’, and click on the arrow or
enter the details based on the compatible camera’s
network settings.
And once manual mode is selected, you can click the
plus button and search for available IP cameras on
the LAN.
Startup Wizard >> Disk
If your NVR came with a pre-installed Hard Disk Drive,
it would appear on the Disk screen.
Check the 'State' column; if it's 'Normal,' click Ne.
Otherwise, click in the HDD checkbox and then 'Format
HDD.' We recommend having 'Overwrite' set to 'Auto.'
Enter the NVR's password to confirm; once the HDD is
formatted, its State will turn to 'Normal.'
Adding NetHDD requires a file server on your LAN with
NFS or SMB enabled, NFS requires an IP and Directory
on the file server, and limiting disk size is optional.
SMB connections require a username, IP, and Directory
on your file server.
To physically install or replace an HDD, power off
the unit, then remove the cover screws, remove
the cover and the HDD screws. Then, plug the
HDD in using the data & power connectors and
reinstall the HDD screws.
SATA HDD Or SSD is compatible with up to 10TB
capacity.
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Startup Wizard >> Mobile
This screen displays the NVR's P2P ID.
To access the NVR remely, you can scan the QR code with your Camius View smartphone app.
Ne is the IP address assigned to your NVR, subnet mask, and ports.
The Summary screen is the last step of the Wizard; click on 'Don't show this window ne time' if you
don't wish to display the Wizard on the ne rebo.
Finally, click on the Finish button to save.
Startup Wizard >> Resolution
Choose the resolution that best suits your monitor
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Adding your NVR to
the Camius View App
Option 1: Search Online Network
to add devices from your network;
on the device page, enter the password you set
earlier, port 80 (for R-series recorders) & save.
Option 2: While the QR code scanner is active,
point your smartphone's camera to it and snap.
To check if your NVR is online, disconnect your
phone's Wi-Fi and let the App reload.
Download the Camius View app on your smartphone
or tab from the iOS or Android app store.
On the first run, the App will require network access
and her permissions; once authorized, the App will
start a tutorial highlighting the add button.
To get to the add device button later, Tap on the top
le menu icon and then on Devices to open the
Device Manager page.
Tap the button on the top right to add a new
device, and select NVR/DVR/IPCAM, which opens a
search page.
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Direct Configuration using an HDMI monitor
Using the mouse and monitor connected to the NVR, click
on the btom le menu button >> Setup.
Configuration using a web browser
To quickly find the NVR's IP address on
your PC, visit camius.com/support to
download & install the Camius Device
Click on the NVR's local IP or type it into your browser's
address bar.
Use your admin username and NVR's Password to log in.
Your NVR's Configuration is under Reme Settings.
NVR Configuration
In the Camius View app
Main view >> menu icon >> Configuration >>
Tap on the NVR to bring up Configuration.
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Configuring Event-based recording
On the NVR’s monitor, click Menu >> Setup >> Record >> Record Schedule.
Click the yellow button for recording mion, the red button for alarm, or the purple button for
PIR.
Then click and drag inside the grid to select the hours to allow mion events to record, click
'Copy' to apply these settings to her cameras, then click 'Apply.'
Deterrence Schedule
Under Setup >>
Channel >> Deterrence >>
Setup the target area,
and then Schedule,
you can activate the
Light and Siren.
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Activate
splight
Activate
siren
Stream
switch
Zoom
Color
settings
Add a
custom
tag
Instant
playback
Manual
capture
Start/stop
manual
recording talk-back
The event panel automatically appears on the right side
when an event is triggered, ; you can filter which alarm
appears in this panel by clicking on .
Click on to pin the panel permanently, and
to hide it.
The AI button displays captured AI statisti.
Live View
On the NVR monitor’s multi-camera view,
double-click to expand and restore
one of the cameras, use the mouse’s
scroll wheel for zooming.
Click once on a camera to display
the camera menu, as shown on the
right.
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Playback On the NVR’s monitor
Click on the playback icon on the btom menu bar
On the Date dropdown menu, a red underline indicates days with recordings.
Filter the type of event, stream, and select playback channels.
The 24-hour timeline will populate continuous recordings as green blocks and her event types in
different colors.
Clicking on the timeline jumps playback to the selected time.
Backing up requires a thumb drive. On the playback search page, click on the events tab, select the
date, type, and channels, then click on the search button. Ne, select one or multiple event thumb-
nails, click the Backup button at the btom, choose .MP4 (recommended), then click on Save,
select a folder on the thumb drive, and click OK.
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Frequently asked questions - for more, visit https://camius.com/support
Q- How do I enable nifications on my phone?
A- On the Camius View app - Tap on Menu >>
Push Nifications >> Setup >> toggle switch.
Q- I can't see the edges of the NVR's HDMI monitor. How do I fix it?
A- On the DVR, click on the Menu Icon >> Setup >> System >> General >> Output Configuration >> Scale
and Offset. Ne, click on Setup and Scale to adjust the visible screen size, X for horizontal, and Y
for vertical; once you see the red frame, right-click to go back and Apply to save changes.
Q- Why can’t I access my cameras on the Camius View app?
A- Check if you are using the latest version of the Camius View app.
On the App’s ‘Devices‘ page, make sure your recorder uses the P2P (ID) instead of (IP Address); if
in doubt, delete it and add it again.
In the Media Port, make sure to enter the correct port number:
Port 80 is for R-series recorders and IP cameras, and Port 9000 is for non-R-series devices.
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Error Messages
No Camera: The IP camera
is disconnected.
Decoding Failed: IP
camera's compression
mismatch, switch to H.264
Event icons
Channel is recording
Mion detected
I/O alarm triggered
HDD has an error
HDD is unformatted
HDD is ll
HDD is read-only
System
Information
Manual
Recording
Connection
Status
Light &
Siren
Playback
Auto-
sequence
More
layouts
Fit to
screen
Volume
9-cam
layout
4-cam
layout
Main
Menu
Balanced/
Smoh
Preview
Stream
quality
Menu icons and messages
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