VIVOTEK - A Leading Provider of Multimedia Communication Solutions
User's Manual - 3
VIVOTEK NR7401 network video recorder provides an easy recording solution for VIVOTEK
network cameras and allows users to perform real-time monitoring and recording at the same time�
Supporting recording for up to 9 channels in both MPEG-4 and MJPEG formats, NR7401 provides
several recording options, including alarm recording, scheduled recording, and manual recording�
Installation is made easy because NR7401 can automatically detect and install VIVOTEK cameras
without any configuration� Furthermore, NR7401 has four 802�3af compliant PoE (Power over
Ethernet) ports that reduce cabling problems� NR7401 offers a user-friendly interface where users
can congure network settings as well as control camera movement. By installing a large-volume
SATA hard disk (up to 1TB) in NR7401, users can record high-denition video streams from mega-
pixel cameras for a long period without worrying about running out of storage capacity� NR7401
comes with a built-in gateway that separates network cameras from regular data network so the
inuence of video recording on bandwidth is minimized. NR7401 also has four digital input and one
digital out interfaces to allow for connection with external sensors and alarms� In addition, NR7401
offers an USB port, which can be used to connect with external storage devices for video backup�
Read before use
The use of surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country� It is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the operation of such devices is legal before installing this unit for
its intended use�
It is important to rst verify th at all contents received are complete according to the Package
contents listed below� Take notice of the warnings in Quick Installation Guide before the Network
Video Recorder is installed; then carefully read and follow the instructions in the Installation
chapter to avoid damages due to faulty assembly and installation� This also ensures the product
is used properly as intended�
The Network Video Recorder is a network device and its use should be straightforward for those
who have basic network knowledge� It is designed for various applications including audio/video
recording, general security/surveillance, etc. The Conguration chapter suggests ways to best
utilize the Network Video Recorder and ensure proper operations.
Package contents
■ NR7401
■ Power cord
■ Software CD
■ 3M Bumpon / Screws
■ Warranty card
■ Quick installation guide