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Package Contents:
Connecting Your System
8MP MPX Multiformat Digital Video Surveillance Recorder
M6100 Series
Quick Connection Guide
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Cameras** Monitor* Router* Mouse
Extension Cable*
The extension cable must
be a single stretch of cable
between the DVR and camera.
You cannot connect multiple
extension cables to each other.
Power
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This system features automatic firmware
upgrades for enhanced functionality. It is
required to upgrade your system to the latest
firmware version.
If a firmware upgrade is available:
1. After startup, a notification will appear
asking you to upgrade the firmware. Click OK to
upgrade.
2. The system will download and install the
firmware upgrade. Wait for the firmware update
to complete. The system may restart during the
firmware upgrade process.
DO NOT power off or disconnect the power
cable during firmware installation.
*Not included / sold separately.
**Cameras are included only with bundled systems. Stand-alone systems do not include cameras.
8 channel configuration shown. 16 channel will have the respective number of video inputs.
For camera compatibility information, visit flir.com/security/pro.
Product image might appear different than the actual product.
The DVR is set to 1080p
output by default. To
optimize picture quality,
set the DVR’s video
output to match the
resolution of your monitor.
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MPX DVR
Quick Start Guides
USB Mouse
Power Cable
Remote Control
Ethernet Cable HDMI Cable
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Supports
up to 1080p
Supports
up to 4K
ORHDMI VGA*
Setting the Date and Time
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1. In live view, right-click and click Main Menu.
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In live view, right-click and click Main Menu.
1. In live view, right-click and click Main Menu.
2. Log in using the system user name (default: admin) and your new, secure password.
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Log in using the system user name (default: admin)
and your new, secure password.
2. Log in using the system user name (default: admin) and
your new, secure password.
3. Click and select Cable Type.
3. Click and select Cable Type.
4. Use the check boxes to select the IP channels you would
like to add.
4. Click Add IP CAM.
5. Click OK. Your system will restart and the additional IP
camera channels will be enabled.
5. Click Apply > OK. Your system will restart and the IP
channels will be enabled.
Enter the current time and
select your time zone, and click
OK.
It is important to set the correct time to ensure accurate time stamps on video recordings.
Check DST to enable auto
Daylight Savings Time updates.
(Optional) Check NTP to sync
your system with an Internet
time server. Click Manual
Update to instantly update the
time.
NOTE: A constant Internet
connection is required to use
NTP.
3. Click and select Setting.
4. Click General and select the Date&Time tab.
5. Click Apply to save changes.
Quick Access to System Information
To quickly open a window that displays vital system information such as device ID, firmware version and
device IP address:
• Press the ENTER button on the front panel.
• Right-click to open the Quick Menu and click Info. If prompted, enter the system user name
(default: admin) and your new, secure password.
OR
Playback and SearchAdding Cameras from the LAN
Enabling Additional IP Channels
1. From live view, right-click and then click Playback.
2. Log in using the system user name (default: admin) and your new, secure password.
3. Use the calendar on the right to select the date to playback.
4. Use the drop-down menus to select the channels you would like to playback. Click the display
options (
) to playback multiple channels simultaneously.
5. Click inside the video bar to select the playback time. Playback starts immediately at the
selected time.
In addition to the analog channels available on the
M6100 DVR, the 8-channel and 16-channel models
can accommodate additional IP camera channels.
See table for available channels for each DVR model.
*IP cameras can also replace SD / HD analog channels.
Prior to adding an IP camera, you must change the Cable Type to IP for at least one channel OR enable the
additional IP camera channels (see Enabling Additional IP Channels).
Changing the cable type to IP:
Adding IP Cameras from the LAN:
Select the day to
playback.
Select channels to
playback.
Click inside the bar
to select a playback
time.
Using the Quick Menu
Right-click to open the Quick Menu.
Select camera/live display view
Control PTZ cameras (not included)
Adjust camera color and image settings
View system information
Start/stop sequence mode
Playback and search recordings
Open manual recording controls
Open Main Menu
Control auto focus cameras (not included)*
Add IP cameras over the LAN*
Disable current audible warning
8MP MPX Multiformat Digital Video Surveillance Recorder
M6100 Series
Quick Connection Guide
When using your system for the first time, you will be
prompted to create a new 6 character password.
1. Connect your system according to the instructions
on the front of this guide.
2. When the DVR turns on, create and confirm your
new, secure password. This password will be used to
connect to your system from now on.
Creating a New Password
Record your password below and
store in a secure place:
1. Connect the camera to a router or switch on the same network as the DVR.
2. Right-click and select Remote Device. Log in using
the system user name (default: admin) and your new,
secure password.
3. Click Device Search.
6. Right-click to return to live view.
4. Check the camera(s) you would like to add.
5. Click Add. The Status indicator turns green to show
the camera is successfully connected.
NOTE: If the Status indicator is red, click .
Update the camera user name, password,
ports, and manufacturer as needed.
1. LEFT-CLICK:
• During split-screen display mode: Click an individual channel to view it in
full-screen. Click again to return to the split-screen display mode.
• While navigating menus: Click to open a menu option.
2. RIGHT-CLICK:
• During live view: Right-click anywhere on the screen to open the Quick
Menu.
• Within system menus: Right-click to exit menus.
3. SCROLL WHEEL:
• During live view: Use the scroll wheel to zoom in / out.
Using the Mouse
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NOTE: In live view, hover the mouse cursor over the bottom of the screen to
open the Navigation Bar. Move the mouse cursor away from the bottom of the
screen to close the Navigation Bar.
* IP cameras only. To access these menu options, Cable Type must be set to IP for at least one
channel. See Adding Cameras from the LAN.
ATTENTION:
The M6100 Series Multiformat DVR is compatible with HD CVI / TVI / AHD, SD analog, and FLIR Visible
IP cameras. The maximum compatible camera resolution is 8MP. For more information about camera
compatibility, visit flir.com/security/pro.
Model
SD / HD
analog channels*
Additional
IP channels
Total
channels
8-channel
8
4 12
16-channel
16
8 24
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