2-Way Audio Recorder User's Manual

2-Way Audio DVR & Cameras

Use Existing DVR Cables*

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

2-Way Audio Recorder User’s Manual

Support.NightOwlSP.com

What Models Does This Manual Cover?

FTD2 Series

DVR Component Model #: DVR-FTD2-161

Camera Component Model #: CM-FTD4LS-B

CM-FTD4LS-D

FTD4 Series

DVR Component Model #: DVR-FTD4-8

DVR-FTD4-81

DVR-FTD4-82

Camera Component Model #: CM-FTD4LS-B

CM-FTD4LS-D

FTD8 Series

DVR Component Model #: DVR-FTD8-8

DVR-FTD8-81

DVR-FTD8-82

DVR-FTD8-16

DVR-FTD8-161

DVR-FTD8-162

Camera Component Model #: CM-FTD8LS-B

CM-FTD8LS-D

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We welcome you to the Night Owl family and thank you for choosing us to help safeguard

your home or business. All of our products are proudly designed and engineered right

here in the U.S.A. Night Owl complies with the U.S. government’s stance on protecting

our nation from companies that violate human rights and threaten our national security.

Unlike other brands, we are not on any national security threat lists, nor do we do

business with companies that are. We prioritize your privacy and safety because we value

both as much as you do.

Some Basic Info

This manual covers the basic setup and functionality of our new 2-way audio recorders.

It will walk you through adding compatible cameras to your recorder using our new

Bluetooth

Wireless Setup, as well as your recorder’s menu options. With Bluetooth

setup is now easier than ever. A TV or monitor is no longer required. Once your system’s

hardware is connected and powered on, you can quickly nish the setup right from the

app on your Smart Device. If you prefer, you can still connect a TV or monitor and follow

along, it’s just not required.

Thank you for choosing Night Owl Security!

Is Internet Required?

While Internet is not required, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Without an Internet

connection, you can still use your device’s Bluetooth

Wireless Setup to get the product

easily setup and congured. However, you will not be able to view or access your system

remotely from a Smart Device or computer.

We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you connect your recorder to the Internet, at least for initial

setup, to search for the latest rmware. Keeping your rmware updated is vital for the

overall health of your system and allows our technical support team to assist you, should

you need support. If your recorder’s rmware is not up to date, our technical support

team will NOT be able to help. To ensure you are always running the latest rmware, we

encourage customers to stay connected to the Internet. If you are NOT connecting your

recorder to the Internet, please manually upgrade your rmware (See Firmware Version

section of this manual).

Warranty and Additional Help

By purchasing a Night Owl product, you receive a one (1) year warranty covering

manufacturing defects in material and workmanship. Please see the warranty section

of this manual for exclusions and additional details. Not all features and capabilities are

shared across all models. You may see features which are not applicable. Additionally, this

manual contains screen images that may not exactly match those on your TV/Monitor/

Smart Device.

System Requirements (for remote viewing)

Please be sure that your PC / MAC

complies with the following specications:

• PC Operating System: Windows

10 and above

• MAC Operating System: MAC OS X

10.9 and above

Please be sure that your mobile device complies with the following specications:

• Android™: 8.0 and above

• iOS

: 12.4 and above

We provide a database of self-help material on your product’s support

page on our support site. Simply visit Support.NightOwlSP.com and

enter your product’s Series (found on the support sticker on top of your

recorder) into the search bar. In addition to warranty and technical

support benets, you have access to our vast library of free instructional

How-to Videos. For all support videos, go to www.youtube.com/

nightowlsp to access Night Owl’s YouTube page (or click the image).

IMPORTANT: WHILE WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION,

INACCURACIES OR ERRORS MAY OCCUR. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE

CHANGES, CORRECTIONS, AND/OR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INFORMATION

AND TO THE PRODUCTS, AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.

Table of Contents

FCC Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Step 1. Verify Your Package Contents . . . . . . . 2

Recorder Description . . . . . . . . . . 3

How to Use a Wired USB Mouse . . . . . . 4

Step 2. Download the Night Owl Protect App and Create

and Verify Your Account . . . . . . . . .

Step 3. Connect Your System (Hardware) . . . . . . 6

Step 4. Congure Your System . . . . . . . . . 9

Option 1: Easy Bluetooth

Wireless Setup . . . 9

Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor) . . . . 13

Step 5. Install the Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Plan Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . 16

Install the Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Step 6. Additional Cameras . . . . . . . . . . 17

Adding Additional Wired BNC Cameras . . . . 17

Wi-Fi Expandability . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Live View (Navigation Bar) . . . . . . . . . 27

Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

View Layouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Exporting Recordings for

Long-Term Storage . . . . .

Formatting a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive . . 32

Exporting / Saving a Recording . . . . . . . . . . 34

System Info . . . . . . . . . . 36

About Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Device Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Firmware Version . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Monitor Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Date and Time Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Camera Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Voice Alerts / Siren . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Copy Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Remove Camera Option . . . . . . . . . 44

Account Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Storage Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Diagnostics Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Network Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Help and Support Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Reset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Resetting / Forgot Your Password . . . . 54

Reset Your Password from the Night Owl Protect App . . 54

Reset Your Password from the Web Portal . . . . . . 54

Forgot Your Local Password (Recorder Not Connected to

the Internet) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Recorder Status Icon Denitions . . . . . . . . . 56

Channel Status Icon Denitions. . . . . . . . . . 56

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

User Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Table of Contents

FCC Warnings

FCC

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2)

this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

FCC Compliance Statement

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency

interference in residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed or used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment o and on. The user is encouraged to try and

correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which

the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that changes or modications to

the unit not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

Safety Instructions

Use the provided power adapter.

Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than the specied voltage.

Never insert metal into the recorder case or its openings.

Inserting metal into the recorder case may cause electric shock.

Do not operate in wet or dusty areas.

Avoid placing the recorder in areas such as a damp basement or dusty attic.

Do not expose the recorder to rain or use near water.

If the recorder accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact technical support immediately.

Keep product surfaces clean and dry.

To clean the outside case of the recorder, use a lightly dampened cloth. Do not use

cleaning solutions or solvents.

Do not install near any heat sources.

Do not install the recorder near any heat sources such as stoves, heat registers, radiators,

or electronics (including ampliers) that produce heat.

Unplug the recorder when moving it.

Make sure that the recorder is unplugged before you move it. When moving this device,

be sure to handle it with care.

Make sure there is good air circulation around the recorder.

This recorder uses an internal hard drive, that generates heat during operation for video

storage. Do not block the vents on the recorder as these vents reduce the generated heat

while the system is running. Place this product in a well-ventilated area.

Do not attempt to remove the top cover.

If you observe any abnormal operation, unplug the recorder immediately and contact

technical support. Do not attempt to open the recorder to diagnose the cause of the

problem. Removing the cover may void your warranty.

Handle the recorder carefully.

If you drop the recorder on any hard surface, it may damage the device. If the recorder

doesn’t work properly due to physical damage, contact an authorized dealer for repair.

It is recommended to use your recorder with an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

Connecting your recorder and cameras to a UPS allows continuous operation even during

power outages. The run-time duration will depend on the rating of the UPS used.

CAUTION

You may be subjected to severe electrical shock if you remove the cover of the recorder.

Initial Setup

This portion of the manual will cover the initial setup and conguration of your

system. Again, our Bluetooth

Wireless Setup provides an A-Z setup right from the

convenience of your Smart Device without the need for a TV or monitor.

Night Owl STRONGLY RECOMMENDS that you complete the following sections in

the order that they are listed to quickly and easily set up your system:

• Step 1. Verify Your Package Contents

• Step 2. Download the Night Owl Protect App and Create and Verify Your Account

• Step 3. Connect Your System (Hardware)

• Step 4. Congure Your System

• Step 5. Install the Cameras

• Step 6. Additional Cameras

Package Contents - DVR / Accessories

Verify Your Package Contents

Before you begin to install your system, ensure you can identify all of the parts

listed in this section. Images may vary slightly based on your model number.

Step 1.

IMPORTANT: The exact components of your system, images and quantities may

vary depending on your model number.

DVR

(x1)

Camera(s)

DVR Power Adapter

(x1)

Camera Power

Adapter(s)

(1 per 4 Cameras)

6 ft. HDMI

(x1)

Power

Splitter(s)

(1 per 4 Cameras)

6 ft. Ethernet

(x1)

60 ft. Video/

Power Cables

(1 per Camera)

USB Mouse

(x1)

Mounting

Hardware

(Varies by Model)

Wired BNC Camera / Accessories

RESET

LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 WAN

Items Not Included

NOTE: If connecting to a TV or Monitor (Not

Required), it must have a minimum

resolution of 1080p HD. Use all of the

included Night Owl accessories. Third-party

accessories may not work correctly.

Monitor

(Not required for

Bluetooth

Setup)

Router / Network

Access Point

Recorder Description

1. Video In (Wired BNC Cameras): Connect your cameras to one of the “Wired Cameras”

Video Input Ports using the provided video power cable. The number of ports will vary

based on your model number.

NOTE: The recorder automatically detects the camera. Before turning the

recorder on, make sure the cameras are connected to the recorder and a

power source.

2. HDMI: While not required, you may connect the recorder to a TV or monitor using the

provided HDMI cable for viewing and system access.

3. USB Ports: Connect a USB mouse to a USB port to navigate the recorder’s settings

when connected to a TV or monitor. Or connect a USB ash drive to a USB port for

video backup.

NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT two USB mice or two USB ash drives to the recorder.

4. LAN (Strongly Recommended): Connect your recorder to the Internet using an

Ethernet cable. Again, while not required, this is strongly encouraged to get the full use

and benet of your new system. You can connect the Ethernet cable to any working

network access point or router.

5. Power Input: Connect the recorder power adapter to this port to power the recorder.

NOTE: Connect and test all cameras locally before you install in their nal

location to ensure that all components function properly.

6. Bluetooth

Indicator Light: Once the recorder is powered on, this light should turn

blue to indicate that the recorder’s Bluetooth

is ready for use. The light will ash blue

when no device is linked and turn solid blue when a device is paired to the recorder.

1 2 3 4 5 6

How to Use a Wired USB Mouse

Left / Select Button Right / Menu ButtonScroll Wheel

Live Viewing:

Double-click the left button on any camera view in split-screen mode to bring it to full

screen display. Double-click again to return to split-screen mode. Right-click to show

the Tool Bar at the bottom of the screen. Left click on the Tool Bar or Menu to access

the device’s features.

In Setup:

Left click to make a selection. Right-click to cancel setup or return to the previous

screen (select models only).

To Enter Values:

Move the cursor to a blank eld and click the mouse. A virtual keyboard will appear

which supports numbers, letters, and symbols. The Shift function will access symbols

in addition to upper case letters.

Download the Night Owl Protect App and Create and Verify

Your Account

Step 2.

IMPORTANT: Night Owl STRONGLY RECOMMENDS that you download the Night

Owl Protect App and create an account. This will allow you to use

this system’s Bluetooth

Wireless Setup (preferred setup method),

which makes setting up the system much quicker and easier. A TV

or monitor is no longer required with this start-to-nish app-based

security. Once the system has been congured, you can use the

app to remotely access and view your system right from your Smart

Device or computer, from anywhere! An Internet connection is

required for remote access. With Single Sign-On you can conveniently

access multiple devices with one set of login credentials and with

2-Step Verication your data will be kept secure.

If you will be accessing your new Night Owl system from a TV or monitor, you will need

to connect the provided wired USB mouse. The mouse lets you navigate the menus

and adjust settings that appear on your TV or monitor screen.

IMPORTANT: To access the system from a

TV or monitor, you must use a

wired USB mouse. We cannot

guarantee compatibility or

functionality with wireless mice.

1. Download the Night Owl Protect App from the Apple App or

Google Play Store. If you have previously downloaded the

app and created an account, proceed to Initial Setup.

2. Follow the prompts on the Night Owl Protect App to create

your account. For security purposes, a verication code will

be sent to your mobile phone to verify the account being

created.

3. Finish creating your account and create a personal PIN

number that you will enter upon each login to the app.

4. Ensure you verify your email address. This will register you

in our technical support database, streamlining the support

process, to ensure we can quickly and eciently assist you

should you need help. It will also generate an email to you

with your product’s support links. To verify, tap Account >>>

your name >>> Email >>> and then follow the on-screen

prompts.

6. When nished, proceed to Step 3. Connect Your System (Hardware)

to begin connecting the components of your system.

5. For more information on the Night Owl Protect App,

click here: https://support.nightowlsp.com/hc/en-us/

articles/360044127354-Night-Owl-ProtectMobile-App-CMS

Connect Your System (Hardware)

Now that you have veried and familiarized yourself with the package contents of

your new system, it is time to get the hardware connected.

Step 3.

1. Visit Support.NightOwlSP.com

A. Plug one end of the included HDMI cable

into the HDMI port on the back of the DVR.

Plug the other end of the cable into your

TV or Monitor.

B. Plug the USB mouse into the USB port on

the back of the DVR.

3. Click “How to Setup your System”

2. Enter your Series (located on the support sticker on the top of your

recorder) into the search bar

IMPORTANT: If you will be using a TV or monitor for setup or viewing your cameras

(OPTIONAL), you will need to perform the two steps below:

TIP: Are you more of a visual person? If so, watch our

simple step-by-step instructional video covering

initial setup! To begin watching:

NOTE: To view cameras, TV or Monitor must be tuned to the same input the HDMI

is plugged into.

Click Here

Perform the following steps to get the rest of the hardware setup!

1. Plug one end of the included Ethernet cable

into the LAN port on the back of the DVR.

NOTE: Night Owl recommends

connecting to the Internet for

the best user experience.

2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into

a port on the back of your router / network

access point.

NOTE: As long as your DVR is hardwired

using Ethernet cabling, you can

connect to any working network

access point. See your product

manual for more details.

4. Connect the video / power cable labeled TO

DVR ONLY to an open video input on the DVR.

NOTE: Make sure you twist and lock

BNC connectors.

3. Connect the end of the camera’s cable to

the end of a video / power cable labeled TO

CAMERA ONLY.

RESET

LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 WAN

Router / Network Access Point

(Not Included)

From Camera Video / Power Cable

IMPORTANT: BEFORE installing, connect

and test each camera locally to

conrm they function properly.

To CAMERA

To C

6. Connect the power splitter to the camera

power adapter and plug the adapter into a

surge protector or Uninterruptible Power

Supply (UPS).

7. Connect the DVR power adapter to the Power

Input on the rear of the DVR.

8. Plug the DVR power adapter into a surge

protector or Uninterruptible Power Supply

(UPS). Some systems beep upon booting up.

NOTE: Make sure the UPS or surge

protector is switched ON.

Camera Power

Adapter

Power

Splitter

Surge Protector

(Not Included)

Surge Protector

(Not Included)

5. Connect the red female power leads of the

video / power cables to the male power

splitter ends.Make sure you twist and lock

BNC connectors.

Power Cable

ConnectorsConnectors

Power Splitter

IMPORTANT: If you have a TV or monitor connected, you will see

setup information appear on the screen as you

complete the Bluetooth

setup. A TV or monitor is not

required for this setup but can be used for viewing.

Congure Your System

Now that you have the Night Owl Protect App downloaded, have created an account

and have your system’s hardware connected, it’s time to congure your system.

Again, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND using the preferred Option 1: Easy Bluetooth

Wireless Setup. This method is quick and easy and does not require you to connect

a TV or monitor or USB mouse. Instead, it lets you set up the recorder right from the

app using Bluetooth

You can still connect to a TV or monitor, it’s just not required. If you do not wish to use

Bluetooth

, you may perform an Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor). View the

options below based on your preference.

Step 4.

Option 1: Easy Bluetooth

Wireless Setup

1. Sign In to the Night Owl Protect App.

3. With Bluetooth

enabled and the recorder

powered on, the app will use Bluetooth

scan for available devices that can be added.

The app will show a pop up asking if you

want to Add a New Device. Tap “Continue.”

4. Take a moment to name your new recorder.

For instance, if this system is for your home,

you could name it Home Security. Whatever

you name it is how it will appear in the app.

2. If your Smart Device’s (smartphone / tablet)

Bluetooth

is not enabled, you will be asked

to allow access.

NOTE: The screens in these steps may

vary slightly based on whether

you are using an iOS or Android

device. If a step is substantially

dierent or if the step only

applies to iOS or Android, we

will let you know.

5. The app will now pair to your recorder using

Bluetooth

6. You may now proceed through the startup wizard right from the convenience of your

Smart Device. This process is simple! Just follow the prompts in the app and you will be

done in no time. Here are just a few screens you will see.

IMPORTANT: If you have not connected your recorder to the Internet, you

will not be able to access many features or update the rmware

from the app. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND connecting your

recorder to the Internet during the initial setup.

7. Now you will see a message stating the

device has been successfully added.

8. Tap “Live View” and enjoy live viewing,

playback, save and share and all the

additional features of your new system.

NOTE: If you have not connected your recorder

to the Internet, you will not be able to

live view or access your system remotely.

Additionally, your recorder’s rmware

will need to be manually updated (see

Firmware Version section of this manual). If

your rmware is not current, our technical

support agents cannot assist you.

Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor)

While not preferred, you may perform a manual setup with your recorder

connected to a TV or monitor. With this type of setup, you must connect your

recorder to your TV or monitor using HDMI and connect the provided wired USB

mouse. These steps are covered in Step 3. Connect Your System (Hardware). The

startup wizard will appear on-screen and is easy to follow. Pay close attention to the

following screens.

When you see this screen, click “Manual Setup (not recommended)” to proceed.

We STRONGLY RECOMMEND connecting your recorder to the Internet. Even if you

will not be remotely viewing your system using our app, the rmware still needs

to be updated. The rmware not only ensures system health, but also updates the

system with the latest and greatest features. Additionally, the rmware must be

updated to receive live technical support.

If your recorder is not connected to the Internet, you will see this screen. Again,

we STRONGLY RECOMMEND connecting to the Internet for initial setup. If you are

connected, please click “Try Again.” If not, click “Skip.”

If you continue to proceed through the startup wizard without connecting to the

Internet, you will need to create a local password. This is the password you will use

to log in to the recorder from a TV or monitor.

There are a number of other screens you will see in the startup wizard. Simply

follow the on-screen prompts until you get to this screen.

If you did not connect to the Internet or congure the recorder using Night Owl

Protect (recommended), you may still do so at a later time. To begin live viewing,

click “Go to Live View.”

Install the Cameras

Step 5.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin this step, if you have not already done so,

ensure all cameras work before nal installation.

Plan Your Installation

When planning your installation, keep the following pointers in mind:

Distance: The further the camera is from the recorder, the higher the chances

of signal degradation. Locate the camera’s power supply as close to the camera

as possible when the distance exceeds 200 ft. as the power level will drop over

extended distances, resulting in video degradation.

Electrical Interference: Do NOT place the cameras near high voltage wires or

other sources of electrical interference. Electrical interference degrades the quality

of the signal.

Outside Elements: Avoid direct exposure to weather. Do not place the camera

where rain or snow will hit the lens directly. Do not place the camera so that the sun

or bright light shines directly into the lens. Your camera is weatherproof, but it will

not work when submerged in water. Ensure that all power and video connections

are not directly exposed to water and are protected from the elements.

Mounting Surface: Ensure your mounting surface holds at least four times the

camera’s total weight.

Camera Angles: Use the Live View on your recorder or on the app via your

mobile device to verify that your camera will be at an ideal angle before

permanently installing.

Install the Cameras

While your cameras may vary in appearance, these steps will cover installation

basics.

1. Use the holes in the base of each camera as

a template to mark the screw positions on

the surface where you plan to mount the

camera.

2. Using a drill bit slightly smaller than the

included screw anchors, drill into the

mounting surface using the guide marks.

3. Insert the screw anchors. Line up the camera

base holes with the screw anchors, insert

the screws through the base and tighten to

secure the camera in place. Ensure you feed

the camera wire through the indent in the

base as indicated by the green star in the

following illustration.

Additional Cameras

Step 6.

Need more coverage to boost your viewing area? How many wired cameras you can

add depends on the number of “CAMERA” ports (see the rear of the recorder) you

have. Additionally, your Bluetooth

wired recorder is Wi-Fi expandable. This means

you can also add up to (4) compatible Wi-Fi devices to the recorder. Talk about

convenient!

If you have additional ports (a.k.a. channels) available, click your Series

(located on the support sticker on top of your recorder) below for a list of

wired BNC camera models that are compatible with your recorder. Simply

follow the instructions from Step 3: Connect Your System (Hardware).

a) Adding Additional Wired BNC Cameras

Your new wired recorder can hold up to 4 compatible Night Owl Wi-Fi devices.

Our compatible Wi-Fi IP cameras can be easily moved as your viewing needs

change. They simply need to be plugged into a power source and then paired to

your wired recorder, which is easily done. Our 1080p Smart Video Doorbell is also

compatible with your wired recorder and can help round out your coverage.

b) Wi-Fi Expandability

*Recorder and Wi-Fi devices will vary based on your model number. See compatibility below.

Compatibility

Click your Series (located on the support sticker on top of your recorder) below for a list

of Wi-Fi devices that are compatible with your recorder.

IMPORTANT: For Wi-Fi IP cameras, the cameras can be up to 300 ft. from the

recorder with clear line of sight.

Obstacles: When your wireless signal is transmitted through various materials,

such as walls and windows, the signal strength is aected. Though the recorder

and Wi-Fi IP camera may be very close in proximity, you could still notice high signal

interference if the signal passes through certain obstacles. For instance, if the signal

passes through a concrete wall it will be severely weakened. Please reference the

chart below to see which obstacles highly aect your signal and which do not.

Strength of Transmission Signal

Concrete Wall

Brick Wall

Glass with

Metal

Dry Wall

Wood Door

Glass Window

Mirror

Cinderblock

Weak

Signal

Strong

Signal

Connectivity

IMPORTANT: To add a Wi-Fi IP camera or Smart Video Doorbell to your

Bluetooth

wired recorder both devices MUST be connected to

the same Internet (Local Area Network).

Adding a compatible Wi-Fi device is most easily achieved using the Night Owl

Protect App. Hopefully you downloaded the app earlier to use our Bluetooth

Wireless Setup. If not, please view Download the Night Owl Protect App and

Create Your Account section of this manual now. To add a Wi-Fi IP Camera or

Smart Video Doorbell follow these simple steps.

IMPORTANT: Ensure your Bluetooth

wired recorder has been added to your

Night Owl Protect account and is connected to the Internet. During

the setup process, your Wi-Fi IP camera or Smart Video Doorbell will

notify you regarding the device status using the device’s built-in audio

prompts.

NOTE: The screens in these steps may vary slightly based on whether you are

using an iOS or Android device. If a step is substantially dierent or if the

step only applies to iOS or Android, we will let you know.

1. Power on your new Wi-Fi IP device using the

provided power adapter. Once paired, you

can install the device in the desired location.

2. Log in to the Night Owl Protect App from your

Smart Device.

3. Tap on “Devices” icon within the App.

4. Next, tap on the “+” icon.

5. The app will search for the Wi-Fi device. Once it is

discovered, tap on the Wi-Fi device.

NOTE: As previously mentioned, please ensure

both your Wi-Fi IP device and recorder are

connected to the same Internet (Local Area

Network).

6. ANDROID ONLY - You will be asked to disable your Smart

Device’s mobile data while the app connects to the Wi-Fi

device. Please exit the app and temporarily disable the data.

You may turn it back on once the camera is connected. Once

disabled, return to the app and tap on “Next.”

7. You will now be asked if your Wi-Fi device’s status light is

ashing. A ashing status light indicates the camera is in

pairing mode. If ashing, tap “Yes, it is ashing.”

8. If the status light is not ashing, tap “No, It Is Not Flashing” and

then select your camera type. You will then see a screen with

simple reset instructions to get the camera back in pairing mode.

9. Please connect the camera using the temporary

NOIP network, then connect it to your Internet

(Local Area Network).

NOTE: The Wi-Fi IP device must be connected to

the same Internet (Local Area Network) your

recorder is connected to, in order to add the

Wi-Fi device to the recorder.

10. Your Wi-Fi device will now connect.

11. Once connected, you will hear “WooHoo! Setup

is complete!” You will then be asked if you would

like to add your new Wi-Fi device to your recorder.

Tap “Add Camera to My Recorder.”

12. Once added, please take a moment to name your

new Wi-Fi device. Then tap on “Live View.”

13. You can now begin viewing your new Wi-Fi device.

On the Device page for your recorder, you will see

this new device as an added camera.

While setup was easily achieved right from your Smart Device using Bluetooth

many of the system’s advanced features and settings can be adjusted from a TV or

monitor. For customers who prefer accessing their system remotely, don’t worry.

You can access many of your system’s features and settings right from the app on

your mobile device.

However, there are some settings and features that are easily adjusted using a

connected TV or monitor (must be a minimum of 1080p resolution). You do not

have to keep your system connected to a TV or monitor permanently but can

connect your recorder temporarily using HDMI and your wired USB mouse to

navigate the screens. Once adjusted, feel free to disconnect the system from your

TV or monitor and continue viewing and accessing your system right from your

Smart Device or computer.

IMPORTANT: With your recorder connected using HDMI, make sure your TV or

monitor is switched to the correct HDMI input. Once there, you

should see your camera’s live view. Using the USB mouse, log in.

If you have downloaded the Night Owl Protect App and created an account, use

your account credentials to log in to the recorder. The rst time you log in from a

TV or monitor using Night Owl Protect, your recorder MUST be connected to the

Internet so it can validate your credentials. Each subsequent log in can be made

without Internet (though not recommended).

A. Phone Number: (Option 1): Enter the phone number associated with your Night Owl

Protect Account.

B. Email/Username: (Option 2): Enter the email address or username associated with

your Night Owl Protect Account. To sign in with your email address, you MUST rst

have veried your email in the app. To do so: Sign into the app >>> click Account >>>

your name >>> Email >>> Verify My Email >>> and follow the simple on-screen steps.

C. Password: Enter your Night Owl Protect Account password.

D. Save my username: Checking this will save your username, making it easier to log in

next time.

E. Forgot Password?: Click here if you have forgotten your login password. See

Resetting/Forgot Your Password section for more information.

F. Device Logout Time: Choose how/when you are logged out of the system. You can

select Manual Logout (you manually log out when ready), 15 Minutes (auto log out

after 15 minutes) or 1 Hour (auto log out after 1 hour).

G. Server Status: Shows the status of your recorder’s Internet connection. Synced

means you are connected, whereas Oine means you are not connected.

If you did not download the Night Owl Protect App and create an account, you

should have created a local password during the startup wizard (See Option 2:

Manual Setup (TV / Monitor)). When logging in, you will see the screen below.

A. Username: Will have Admin entered, as this is the default username for the system.

B. Password: Enter the local password you created during the startup wizard.

C. Forgot Password?: Click here if you have forgotten your login password. See

Resetting/Forgot Your Password section for more information.

D. Device Logout Time: Choose how/when you are logged out of the system. You can

select Manual Logout (you manually log out when ready), 15 Minutes (auto log out

after 15 minutes) or 1 Hour (auto log out after 1 hour).

E. Server Status: Shows the status of your recorder’s Internet connection. Synced means

you are connected, whereas Oine means you are not connected.

A. Firmware (FW) Version: Will provide the current FW version of the recorder as

well as the status (Up to Date or Firmware Not Up to Date). Keeping your FW up

to date is important for the overall health of your system, as well as eligibility for

technical support. If your system is not up to date, our technicians cannot provide live

assistance.

B. Device Component Model: Displays the component model number of your recorder.

This information is helpful when technical support is needed.

C. Registered Owner’s Email: Displays the email address the owner entered during

initial setup. If a manual setup was performed, no email address will be shown. If you

are oine, the email will not be populated.

D. Registered Owner’s Username: Displays the username the owner entered during

initial setup. If a manual setup was performed, Admin will be shown.

Provides basic information regarding your system. Tap “OK” to

return to the previous screen.

Live View (Navigation Bar)

The navigation bar provides quick access to some of your recorder’s most

commonly used features, such as view layouts and playback. See below for a quick

look into these features / menus.

A. Shut Down: Allows you to reboot or shut down your recorder.

B. View Layouts: Lets you adjust the view layout (camera appearance / arrangement) of

your connected cameras.

C. Playback: Click here to quickly access the playback menu to see your recordings.

D. System Info: Click here to access your system’s main menus. Will be covered in detail

in System Info section of this manual.

E. Panic: Will play a siren and will turn on the spotlight from all connected cameras for 30

seconds. May not apply to all models.

F. Lock/Unlock: Shows whether the system is locked or unlocked. If you have your

Smart Device paired to the recorder using the Night Owl Protect App, the recorder will

automatically unlock when you are within 8 ft. of it with your paired Smart Device. Talk

about convenient!

A B C D E F J

G. Internet Connected/Not Connected: Shows the current status of your recorder’s

Internet connection. If the icon is grayed out, you are not connected. See Appendix.

H. Bluetooth

: Shows whether you currently do or do not have a device paired to the

recorder using Bluetooth

. If the icon is grayed out, no device is paired. See Appendix.

I. Date & Time: Displays the current date and time.

J. Firmware Version: Displays your recorder’s current rmware version.

Additional Information (Right Side of Navigation Bar)

G H I

Click here to manually reboot or power down your recorder. For instance, you may

want to power down the recorder if you plan on moving it. The recorder has a hard

drive that spins and moving it when powered on may cause damage.

Shut Down

This option lets you adjust how many connected cameras appear on screen and

what order they appear in. You can easily adjust the layout using the preset options

or customize it to suit your viewing needs. Double click on any camera screen to

make it full screen. Then double click again to return to your set view layout.

IMPORTANT: With select models, you can even click and drag the cameras

to rearrange them on screen. This feature does not apply to all

recorder models.

View Layouts

The Playback menu is where you go to access events and replay them. You can

easily search for, playback and save recordings right from the convenience of your

smartphone or tablet, using our free mobile app. However, you may nd it easier

to do this from a TV or monitor. Additionally, from a TV or monitor you can export

your recordings to a USB ash drive or external hard drive.

There are multiple means of ltering the recordings to nd the event you are looking for.

Read the options below for how to navigate the playback screen.

A. Search Detected Events by Date: Use the calendar to select the date(s) that have

video footage from the selected channel(s). Dates marked in blue have recordings.

B. Search Detected Events by Channel: From the channel list, select the channel(s) you

want to search for recordings.

Playback

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H. Event Filters: Recordings for the search criteria you entered will appear in the

timeline. Check the event lters to further narrow down the search based o the type

of event you are searching for, including; Motion events, Human Detection events,

Facial Capture events or Vehicle events. The event lters are color coded and will

appear this way in the timeline. Not all lters may apply, as this is based on the model

of the camera you have connected.

I. Return Menu: Click here to go back to the previous screen. You may also right-click to

return to the previous screen.

J. Time Indicator: This is the time currently playing in the timeline. You can click and

drag it to move forward or backward in the timeline.

K. Time Options: 24H will display 24 hours in the timeline. 1H will display 1-hour

segments starting from where the time indicator is currently located. 30M will display

30-minute segments starting from where the time indicator is currently located.

L. Scroll Bar: Click and drag one end to zoom in/out of the timeline to further home in

on where in the timeline you want to be, based on the time of the recording you are

looking for.

C. Play/Pause Button: Will begin playback of the selected channel and pause playback.

D. Rewind: Will begin rewinding the recordings.

E. Fast Forward: Will begin fast-forwarding through the recordings.

F. Audio: Will turn ON or OFF the audio on the selected channel(s). Only applies if the

connected camera is audio-enabled.

G. View Layout: Will display the view layout options for playback. The maximum number

of channels that can be played back at the same time will vary by model.

C D E F G

Exporting Recordings For Long-Term Storage

As your recorder accumulates recordings, it eventually becomes full. When this

happens, the oldest recordings stored are overwritten by the latest recordings. If

there are recordings that you want to save long-term, you need to export them to a

USB ash drive or external hard drive.

Before you can export recorded videos stored on the recorder’s Hard Disk Drive

(HDD), you must rst format your USB ash drive or External HDD to FAT32 / ExFat

as detailed in the section below.

This section provides formatting instructions for:

• Windows OS

• Mac

Format for Windows OS

WARNING

Formatting erases ALL data on the USB ash drive or external HDD.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT connect the recorder’s hard disk drive to your PC or Mac.

1. Insert an empty USD ash drive or connect an external HDD into a USB port on your

PC.

2. Press and hold the Window key + E and release when File Explorer appears.

3. Right-click on your USB ash drive or external HDD on the left side of the File Explorer

and select Format.

4. In the File System eld select FAT32 and click Start.

5. Do not unplug the USB ash drive or external HDD until formatting is complete.

Formatting a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive

Format for Mac

1. Insert the USB ash drive or connect the external HDD into your Mac.

2. Select Applications > Utilities and launch Disk Utility.

3. Select the USB ash drive or external HDD in the sidebar in Disk Utility and click Erase

in the Disk Utility Bar.

4. Create a name, click on the Format dropdown menu, and choose either MS-DOS

(FAT32) or ExFAT. Then click Erase.

From within the playback menu, you will search for and playback your recordings.

When you have located a specic recording that you want to save long-term, simply

click on “Export Event.”

A. Export Event: When the time indicator is on an event, this tab will appear. Clicking

here lets you export the selected event to a connected storage device for long-term

storage.

Exporting / Saving a Recording

Export

Destination

A D

B E

A. From Channel: What channel the recording has been captured from.

B. Date: Shows the date of the recording.

C. Event Information: Shows the type of event (Motion, Human Detection, Facial Capture

or Vehicle) as well as the start and end time of the event.

D. Storage Device: Will display the name of the external storage device connected. If

there is no device connected, it will display “Not detected.”

E. Available Space in Device: Will display the amount of available space on the

connected storage device.

F. Space Required: Shows the size of the recording you are exporting, i.e., how much

space you will need on the connected storage device.

G. Destination Folder: Allows you to choose which folder, on the connected storage

device, you want to save the recording to.

H. Export: Will begin exporting the recording. You will see a message appear on-screen

when the recording has been successfully exported.

When you click on “Export Event”, you will be taken to this screen. On the left under

Export, you will see information regarding the event you currently have selected.

On the right under Destination, you will see information regarding where you are

exporting/storing the recording.

Clicking the System Info icon takes you to this screen where you can gain more

insight into your system and some of its settings. Hover your mouse over the menu

items to the left to learn more about that option and left-click one to proceed to

that menu. Clicking “Go back” will return you to the live view screen.

About Menu

The About menu will provide general information about your new system. From

this screen you can manually upgrade your rmware (if not connected to the

Internet), change the language of your system, adjust the resolution or even add

the recorder to the Night Owl Protect App, if you are ready to start remotely viewing

your system from a smartphone or tablet. Your system’s Series, Component Model

Number, Serial Number and UID are all listed for informational purposes.

System Info

Device Name

Firmware Version

Use this menu to change the name of your recorder. It’s that easy! This may come

in handy if you have more than one security system and want to quickly identify

which is which. Ensure you save your changes.

This screen will allow you to check for new rmware and manually upgrade your

rmware. Manual upgrade is generally only needed if you do not have your

recorder connected to the Internet. It is crucial for the overall health of your system

that you always keep the rmware up to date. Updated rmware is frequently

released to provide your recorder with the latest and greatest features and to

enhance the overall use and function of your system. Additionally, if your rmware

is not current, our technical support team will be unable to provide live support.

A. Click to check for new rmware: The title says it all! Click here to perform a rmware

check. Your recorder MUST be connected to the Internet to perform this check.

B. Manual Upgrade: Read these easy instructions to perform a manual upgrade (no

Internet connection required).

C. Upgrade Now: When you click this, you will see the pop up below. Simply select the

rmware le you added to the USB ash drive (as instructed in the listed steps).

Whether you performed a search and found new rmware available or did a

manual upgrade, click “Continue” to proceed with the rmware update.

Your recorder will now update the rmware and reboot. Do NOT power o or

disconnect anything from your recorder as the rmware is being updated!

Language

Monitor Resolution

You can choose from English, Spanish or French. Be sure to save your changes

when nished. Your recorder, just like with the rmware update, will reboot to

display the new language.

Your TV or monitor must have a minimum resolution of 1080p. However, you can

switch between 1080p and 2K based on what type of system you have and what

type of monitor you have it connected to. Make sure you save your changes, as

prompted, when nished.

For automatic syncing, your recorder must be connected to your Internet. If you

adjust your settings, ensure you save your changes to have them take eect.

IMPORTANT: Your recordings are date and time stamped, so ensuring the date

and time are current is important.

Date & Time Menu

From this menu you can automatically sync the date and time for your system or

manually set it. Your recordings are date and time stamped, so ensuring the date

and time are current is important.

A. Sync Date and Time: You can click here to change the setting to “Use Network”

or “O”. When set to “Use Network” (Preferred Method) the date and time will

automatically adjust to the current date and time based upon your device’s IP address.

This requires an Internet connection. When set to “O” you can manually set the date

and time for your system (no Internet required).

B. Time Zone: When Sync Date and Time is set to “O” you can use this option to

manually set the time zone for your recorder.

C. Date: Lets you manually set the date for your recorder when Sync Date and Time is set

to “O.”

D. Daylight Savings Time: Lets you enable or disable Daylight Savings Time when Sync

Date and Time is set to “O.”

E. Time: Manually set the time for your recorder when Sync Date and Time eld is set to

“O.”

Camera Menu

Here you can adjust how and when the cameras record, as well as additional

settings such as the spotlights and sound settings. Not all features are applicable to

all models.

You can change the recording settings of a channel, adjust the spotlight settings (if

supported), update voice alerts and siren (if supported) and copy the changes made

to other channels. To change the settings of a channel, click the channel from the

left that you want adjusted and then its settings will appear on the right. From the

right-side menu, you can change the settings for that channel.

A. Pencil Icon: Lets you change the channel name to more easily identify the camera

connected to it. For instance, if this channel has a camera in your driveway, you could

rename it “Driveway Cam.”

B. Recording Settings: Adjust the recording settings of the selected channel.

C. Spotlight Control: Enable the spotlight to turn on when human, face or vehicular

motion is detected and choose whether the light is constant or strobing. *Only applies

to select models.

D. Voice Alerts / Siren: Adjust the sound type and volume for your voice alerts and siren.

*Only applies to select models.

E. Copy Settings: Lets you easily take the settings from the currently selected channel

and copy them over to another channel.

B C DA

A. Event Based: Means the selected channel will record when human detection, facial

capture, vehicle detection or standard motion detection occurs. *Select features do

not apply to all models.

B. Continuous: Allows you to switch that channel to record 24/7. Please keep in mind,

recording continuously will eat through your available hard drive space at a much

faster rate.

A. Sound: Choose between (2) voice alerts or a siren. “Unavailable” is a preset voice alert

which can be used to tell someone near the selected camera you are not currently

available. “Smile” is a preset voice alert used to tell someone to smile, they are being

recorded. “Siren” will emit a loud siren from the camera to startle trespassers.

B. Volume: Choose the volume level for the selected preset voice alert or siren.

Voice Alerts / Siren

When enabled, you can easily adjust the type of message and volume. Again, this

feature may not be available for all models. Ensure you save your changes.

Recording Settings

When you click on “Recording Settings” from the right-side of the menu, you will be

taken to this screen. Ensure you save your changes.

A. Copy to Other Channels: Select the other channel(s) you want to copy the settings to.

B. Apply Changes: Ensure you save your changes, so they take eect.

Copy Settings

Remove Camera Option

When you click on “Copy Settings” from the right-side of the Camera menu, you can

easily take the settings from the current channel and copy them to another. Ensure

you save your changes.

You can remove one of your paired Wi-Fi devices from the Camera menu. All you

need to do is click on the trash can icon on the left-side of the Camera menu for the

channel containing the Wi-Fi device you want removed.

IMPORTANT: Clicking “Remove” means the device in question will no longer

record any activity. You can re-pair the device to your recorder at a

later time to begin recording again.

Account Menu

This menu provides access to your Night Owl Protect Account credentials.

If you have downloaded and congured the Night Owl Protect App, you will see the

screen below with the username, email and phone number linked to your account.

If you have not downloaded and congured the Night Owl Protect App, you will

see the screen below. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you do so for added security

benets (like password protection) and to get the most out of your system such

as remote viewing with real-time alerts, preset voice alerts and siren capability

(select models).

Storage Menu

This menu provides information regarding your recorder’s storage, such as capacity

and available space. This is also where you will go if you need to reformat your hard

disk drive (HDD).

Your recorder is set to auto-overwrite by default, meaning older recordings will be

recorded over to make way for new recordings when the hard drive becomes full.

However, if you want to delete recordings (for whatever reason) you will need to

perform a disk reformat.

IMPORTANT: Before reformatting your disk, ensure you have saved / backed-up

all recordings you do not want to lose, as they will be permanently

erased during this process.

You will be advised that all data will be permanently removed and notied

regarding the status of the reformat. DO NOT disconnect or power down your

recorder during this process.

Diagnostics Menu

Here you can run a device health check and see the status of your connected

cameras and recorder.

When you click on “Diagnostics” your system will begin running a device health

check. Please be patient while this check is run and DO NOT disconnect

anything for the recorder or your cameras.

When the check is nished, you will see the following screen which shows your

Camera Diagnostics and System Diagnostics.

A B C D E F G H

A. Status: Will display a checkmark if a camera is successfully connected to this channel.

B. Signal: Will display the signal strength of that channel.

C. Spotlight: Will display a checkmark if the camera connected to this channel has a

spotlight.

D. MIC: Will display a checkmark if the camera connected to this channel has a built-in

microphone.

E. Speaker: Will display a checkmark if the camera connected to this channel has a built-

in speaker.

Camera Diagnostics (use scroll bar to see all options)

A. Hard Drive Health Check: Will display the status of the hard drive. “Good” means the

hard drive is healthy and “Not Working” means the hard drive is having an issue.

B. Space Available On Hard Drive: Shows you the amount of remaining free space on

your hard drive.

C. Ethernet Port Access: Will display the status of the recorder’s Ethernet (LAN) port.

“Good” means it is healthy and “Not Working” means there may be an issue.

D. LAN / Server Status: Will let you know whether the recorder is currently connected to

the Internet.

E. USB Port Status: Will display the status of the recorder’s USB ports.

F. Bluetooth

Status: Will let you know whether the recorder’s Bluetooth

is ON or OFF.

System Diagnostics

F. Model: Will show you the model number of the camera connected to this channel.

G. Series: Will show the Series of the connected camera. Series is good to know for

support purposes and compatibility.

H. Firmware Version: Will display the current rmware version of the connected

camera. Click the icon next to the rmware version number to check for an update.

IMPORTANT: If the diagnostic shows “Not Working” and you are within the

warranty period for your product, you may need to contact

technical support for troubleshooting. Please ensure your

recorder’s rmware is up to date before reaching out, otherwise

our agents will not be able to provide live assistance.

IMPORTANT: We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you do not adjust these settings

unless you have advanced networking knowledge.

Network Menu

From this menu you can see and adjust network settings such as your IP address,

Network Type and Gateway. It is recommended you leave these settings as is, as

networking can be complicated and wrong changes can impact the performance of

your system.

Below is a list of settings that can be changed. Again, we do not recommend

adjusting these settings unless you have advanced networking knowledge.

A. Network Type: DHCP (Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol) is the default setting, but

Static is an option.

B. IP: Change the IP address for your device.

C. Gateway: Change the Gateway for your device.

D. Netmask: Change the Netmask for your device.

E. Primary DNS: Change the Primary DNS (Domain Name System) for your device.

F. Secondary DNS: Change the Secondary DNS (Domain Name System) for your device.

Help and Support Menu

If you need more help with your system, don’t worry, we’ve got your covered.

For a wide range of troubleshooting material such as your product manual, FAQ’s,

how-to video tutorials and more, simply visit Support.NightOwlSP.com and enter

the Series listed on the top of your recorder.

Reset Menu

From this menu, you can restore the system’s settings to their default value or

perform a factory reset. Both options will permanently delete your recordings, so

please export any recordings you want saved before continuing.

Restoring your settings means the recorder will restore its default settings /

values. Any adjustments you have made to the settings will be reversed and all

recordings will be permanently deleted. Simply click “Continue.”

A Factory Reset will return the recorder to its default settings and remove the

Night Owl Protect App, if you have congured the recorder with your Night Owl

Protect Account. Simply click “Continue.”

IMPORTANT: If you perform a Factory Reset, you will need to log in to the Night

Owl Protect App, remove the recorder and then re-add the recorder

to restore remote viewing capabilities.

Resetting / Forgot Your Password

IMPORTANT: We value your privacy and work hard to keep your data secure. To

securely reset your password, you can do so from the Night Owl

Protect App or the Night Owl Web Portal.

Reset Your Password from the Night Owl Protect App

(Highly Recommended) The quickest and easiest way to reset your password

is through the Night Owl Protect App. Your recorder must be powered on and

connected to the Internet before you complete these steps.

Reset Your Password from the Web Portal

1. Tap “Account > your name > Change Password.”

2. Enter your current password in the Current Password eld >>> enter your new

password in the New Password eld >>> then re-enter your new password in the

Conrm Password eld.

3. Tap “Done” when you are nished.

1. Go to www.no-protect.com.

2. Enter your username, email, or phone number in the Username, email, or

phone number eld at the top of the screen. Then enter your password in the

Password eld at the top of the screen. Click “Log In.”

3. From the top-right of the screen, click the dropdown next to your account

name and select “Manage my Account.”

4. Click “Change Password.”

5. Enter your current password in the Current Password eld >>> enter your new

password in the New Password eld >>> then re-enter your new password in the

Conrm Password eld. Click “Change Password.”

If you forgot your password:

Tap “Forgot my password” from the app and directions for resetting will be sent

to your registered email address.

NOTE: If you were logged into the app using the FaceID or PIN, you will need to

log out to use Forgot my password. Do this by tapping “Account” then

“Log Out.”

If you forgot your password:

Go to www.no-protect.com and enter your phone number, username or email.

Then click “Forgot password?.” A temporary access code will be sent to your

registered email. Use the code to log in to the web portal and then update the

password, as this code is only good for 24 hours.

Forgot Your Local Password (Recorder Not Connected to the

Internet)

IMPORTANT: If you did not connect your recorder to the Internet during the

initial setup and instead chose to create a local password or if your

recorder is oine, follow the steps below.

1. With your recorder connected to a TV or monitor, access the Login screen and click

“Forgot password?” and follow the on-screen instructions.

2. Go to www.no-protect.com.

3. If you already created a Night Owl Protect account, simply log in. If not, create an

account.

4. If the device is showing Oine, but has already been registered, proceed to step 5.

If the device has not been registered, click “Register New Device” and follow the

prompts.

5. Once the device has been added to your My Devices page, click on “View Details”

followed by “Reset Code.”

6. Enter the date from the Reset Password screen (TV or monitor) and then click “Get

Code.”

7. You will be provided a temporary access code (ONLY good for 24 hours). Return to

your TV or monitor and enter this code to gain entry.

NOTE: The 1st 6 digits of the UID and the date can be found on the Reset

Password screen on your TV or monitor.

NOTE: If the UID and date you entered into the web portal were not correct, the

temporary access code will not work and you will need to remove the

device and re-register it.

Recorder Status Icon Denitions

Will open Shut Down Menu.

Will display channel view layout

options.

Will go to the Playback Menu.

Will go to the System Info

Menu.

System is locked. System is unlocked.

Recorder is paired via

Bluetooth

Recorder is not paired via

Bluetooth

Internet is connected (online/

synced).

Internet is NOT connected

(online/synced).

Panic – Will turn on siren and

spotlight for all cameras.

Will take you to pairing screen

(if compatible).

Channel Status Icon Denitions

Click to turn spotlight on

(compatible cameras only).

Will display for cameras with

built-in microphone.

Will play voice alert / siren

(compatible cameras only).

Will display when motion is

detected by a camera.

Indicates human motion

(compatible cameras only).

Indicates a face was captured

(compatible cameras only).

Will display when a camera is

recording.

Appendix

AC Powered Wireless: Means the cameras wirelessly communicate with the recorder /

router, but must be powered on using the provided AC Camera Power Adapter.

BNC: Means the cameras are hardwired to the recorder using BNC coaxial cabling.

FTD2: 1080p HD Wired 2-Way Audio DVR System with Bluetooth® enabled recorder,

1080p Wired BNC Cameras, Smart Detection Technology and Built-in Motion-Activated

Spotlights.

FTD4: 2K HD Wired 2-Way Audio DVR System with Bluetooth

enabled recorder,

2K Wired BNC Cameras, Smart Detection Technology and Built-in Motion-Activated

Spotlights.

FTD8: 4K HD Wired 2-Way Audio DVR System with Bluetooth® enabled recorder,

4K Wired BNC Cameras, Smart Detection Technology and Built-in Motion-Activated

Spotlights.

HDD: Hard Disk Drive (local storage for the recordings).

DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating

hostnames, addresses, URLs or other information on a given name server.

DHCP: Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a server

to automatically assign a device and IP address.

DVR: Digital Video Recorder.

Smart Detection Technology: System can use Human Detection, Facial Capture and

Vehicular Detection to reduce false alerts and record actual or meaningful events,

thereby saving hard drive space.

HD: High-Denition resolution.

HDD: Hard Disk Drive (local storage for the recordings).

IP: Internet Protocol. Protocol for standard communications across the Internet.

ISP: Internet Service Provider. An organization that provides services for accessing or

using the Internet.

NVR: Network Video Recorder.

PoE: Stands for Power over Ethernet.

UHD: Ultra High-Denition resolution.

UPS: Uninterrupted Power Supply. Device used to keep the recorder and cameras

powered when the main power supply is lost or disconnected.

Wired IP Cameras: Cameras are hardwired to the recorder using Ethernet cabling.

Wi-Fi NVR: Wireless Network Video Recorder with built-in Wi-Fi to communicate with

compatible Wi-Fi devices.

Glossary

Username: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Password: ________________________________________________________________________________________

Model Number: __________________________________________________________________________________

UID: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Username: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: __________________________________________________________________________________

Password: ________________________________________________________________________________________

PIN (App Only) ____________________________________________________________________________________

*this is the information used to access your Night Owl Protect Account.

NOTE: The UID is located on the support sticker on the top of your device.

General Recorder Information

Night Owl Protect Information

User Information

Be sure to write down all the important information below and place it in a

secure location.

NIGHT OWL, LLC (“Night Owl”) provides the following warranty to the original retail

purchaser only (the “Purchaser”) with respect to this product (the “Product”):

For a period of one (1) year after the date of sale, the Product shall be free from

manufacturing defects in material and workmanship. Product registration may be

required to submit a warranty claim. In the event that the Product is defective, the

Purchaser must i) contact Night Owl’s Technical Support Team, ii) provide Night

Owl with the proof of purchase showing the product is still under warranty and was

purchased from Night Owl directly or an Authorized Reseller and iii) return the Product

to Night Owl. In its sole discretion, Night Owl will either repair or replace the Product

at no additional cost to the Purchaser. Any replacement Product (or parts) will be

covered by the same warranty as the original Product through the expiration date of

the original warranty period.

Exclusions

This warranty does not apply to the following parts or upon the following events:

1. Bulbs, LEDS and batteries;

2. The Product was not used or installed in the manner described in the installation

instructions;

3. Negligent use of the Product or misuse or abuse of the Product;

4. Electrical short circuits or power surges;

5. Use of replacement parts not supplied by Night Owl;

6. Product is either tampered with, modied or repaired by another service

provider;

7. Product has not been maintained in accordance;

8. Accident, re, ood or other acts of God;

9. Failure to use Night Owl approved accessories;

10. Defects or damages arising by use of the Product in other than normal

conditions (including normal atmospheric, moisture and humidity conditions)

Except as otherwise prohibited by law, this warranty is in lieu of other warranties,

express or implied and Night Owl neither assumes no authorizes any person to

assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale or service of

the Product.

In no event shall Night Owl be liable for any special or consequential damages arising

from the use of the Product or arising from the malfunctioning or non-functioning

of the Product or for any delay in the performance of this warranty due to any cause

beyond its control. This warranty shall not apply to installation or the removal and re-

installation of products after repair.

Warranty

Night Owl does not make any claims or warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding

the Product’s potential, ability or eectiveness to prevent, minimize or in any way

aect personal or property damage or injury. Night Owl is not responsible for any

personal damage, loss or theft related to the Product or to its use for any harm,

whether physical or mental related thereto. Any and all claims or statements, whether

written or verbal, by salespeople, retailers, dealers or distributors to the contrary are

not authorized by Night Owl and do not aect this provision of this warranty.

Disclaimer

Certain uses, publication and/or distribution of video/audio recordings from security

cameras and/or audio devices are prohibited or restricted by federal, state and local

laws. When enabling and/or using audio recording features with your hidden security

camera, be sure to comply with the laws in your country, state and locality.

Mac and Mac OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Windows, Windows XP,

Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10 are registered trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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Enter the Series listed on the Product

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Access the support material needed.

For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more:

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