Night Owl Optics Digital Video Recorder Accessing the DVR through Internet Explorer Browser IE

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User’s Manual

your router to allow remote access to your DVR. To make use of this feature your router will also need to support UPnP. Most modern routers support this; however, check your router manufacturer’s website just to make sure.

A.Make sure that your DVR is plugged directly into your router with an Ethernet cord.

B.Log into your DVR’s network setup: Main Menu Network

C.Verify that the TCP/IP Type is set to DHCP.

D.Ensure UPNP is enabled and leave the default ports as:

Media Port: 9000

Web Port: 1024

Server Port: 18000 (Located in the Mobile section)

E.Your router will usually have UPNP enabled by default, but just to make sure, log into your router to check it is (refer to manufacturer guidelines on how to do this)

F.Once both your DVR and router have UPNP enabled, you are now able to view your DVR from any computer with high speed Internet access. To do this you need to type your

external IP address in the Internet Browser address bar followed by :1024

Note: There are 2 types of external IP addresses:

1.Static – Your external IP address will never change, even if you turn your broadband modem off and on.

2.Dynamic – Your external IP address may be likely to change several times a week.

If you want to access your camera from outside your network and have a Dynamic IP address, you will have to re-check your external IP address every time you connect to the internet. You can ask your ISP if they can provide you with a static IP address or you can eliminate the need to enter an IP address by using our DDNS server at www.nightowldvr.com. DDNS allows you to enter a normal style internet address into your browser and it will find your camera, even if you have a dynamic IP address. For more information on how to set up DDNS, refer to the How to setup DDNS in the supplied user manual.

Note: If you are still confused call our technical support team at 1-866-390-1303for assistance.

6.2.8 Accessing the DVR through Internet Explorer Browser (IE):

Once the network settings on the DVR match the settings of your router, and you have forwarded the ports needed by the DVR (for remote access over the internet), you need to modify your browser controls.

Note: Ensure you are using Internet Explorer 7 or newer to use this feature (Open IE, Click Help, Select “About Internet Explorer”)

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Contents Rev Table of Contents User’s Manual FCC Compliance Statement FCC Radiation NormSystem Requirements Package ContentsSafety Instruction Other Features: DVR FeaturesInstalling Hard Disk Drive User’s Manual Buttons Marks Functions Indicators LayoutFront Panel Please refer to actual product for detail Physical Connection method Ports Rear Panel Please see actual product for detailPTZ Lock Remote ControlMouse Operation Connecting the Cameras Connecting the Power SupplyDVR Start UP 5.1 System Initialization Main InterfaceUsing the Virtual Keyboard Mouse Only DVR Menu and OptionsMouse Only PTZ Main Menu PreviewRecording Functions Main MenuUser’s Manual Playback Click File List Network Setup Intranet Internal Access Dhcp Network Setup Global Access Connected Directly to ModemPPPoE Static IPUser’s Manual Viewing your NightOwl DVR over the Internet Upnp Port ForwardingAccessing the DVR through Internet Explorer Browser IE To Modify Internet Explorer controls Turn OFF Pop Up Blocker Mobile Phone and Tablet PC Access Mobile SetupUser’s Manual User’s Manual When accessing with an iPhone follow these procedures ASee file under Device application selection Using the Software User’s Manual User’s Manual Click Close button to exit the program Goto All Programs and select ApkInstaller User’s Manual Mail Setup To set up your cameras, select Main Menu Camera Date Format Select YYYY/MM/DD, or SystemTo manage the installed Hard Disk, click Main Menu View Options LockPIP Mode Log-in to Net-Viewer NET-VIEWER ProgramMenu column Main Interface of Net-viewerNetwork RecordPlay Control PTZ Control Remote BackupMulti Player File format Warranty Toll Free User’s Manual