NIGHT OWL Digital Video Recorder (DVR) Product Setu User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- NIGHT OWL
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NIGHT OWL Digital Video Recorder (DVR) Product Setup
Need Help?
Why call? Our 24/7 online support site has it all!
For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more
- Visit Support.NightOwlSP.com
- Enter the Series listed on the product support sticker into the search bar
- Access the support material needed
DVR Hardware Setup Video
Follow along as we guide you through the DVR’s hardware setup. Step-by-step
instructions make it even easier to connect your system! Use the QR Code for
easy access to the DVR Hardware Setup Video on Night Owl’s YouTube Channel.
For more Support Videos, go to Night Owl’s YouTube page by typing
www.youtube.com/nightowlsp into your web
browser.
Night Owl Technical Support
If you require Technical Support, you should always go to
Support.NightOwlSP.com first. With 24/7
access to system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials, and
more, you’ll have all the support you could need.
Still need more support? Before calling Night Owl Technical Support, keep in
mind we can only provide phone support if:
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Your device is running the latest firmware version.
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Your device is registered. To register your device:
Download Night Owl Protect from your Smart Device’s App Store. Click “Sign Up” to create an account. or Go to www.no-protect.com and manually register your device. -
You are in front of the device with it powered on.
What’s in the Box
DVR / Accessories
Camera / Accessories
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 Monitor Router / Network may not work correctly.
DISCLAIMER: The exact components of your system, images, and quantities
may vary depending on your model number. While these may vary, this QSG
addresses the setup of your DVR and cameras. 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.
Connecting Your System
NOTE: Watch our Recorder Setup Video on YouTube.
Option 1: Easy Bluetooth® Wireless Setup
With our easy Bluetooth® wireless setup, no TV / Monitor is required. Once
your system is connected uding the steps below, the app on your Smart Device.
This is the preferred setup method for your system. Please proceed to step
1.
Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor)
While our easy Bluetooth® wireless setup is preferred, you may still want
to locally view your system from a TV / Monitor. The choice is yours based on
your setup needs. If you want to connect a TV / Monitor, complete the two
steps below then continue to finishing connecting your system
Follow The Steps Below to Continue Setting up your System For Both Options
Download Night Owl Protect
- If you’re a First Time User, download Night Owl Protect from the App Store or Google Play Store onto your Smart Device. If you already have an account skip to Step 3.
- Create and verify your Night Owl Protect account. Proceed to Step 3.
NOTE: Setup is the same for Smartphone and Tablet.
System Configuration
Now that your system’s hardware is connected and you have the app setup on
your Smart Device, it is time to configure your system. Based on whether you
chose
Option 1: Easy Bluetooth® Wireless Setup or Option 2: Manual Setup (TV /
Monitor), follow the steps below
Bluetooth® setup. A TV / Monitor is not required for this setup
- Log in to the app. If your device’s Bluetooth® is not enabled, you will be asked to allow access.
- The app will now use Bluetooth® to find the DVR. Tap “Continue” to add the DVR to your Night Owl Protect account
- Take a moment to name your recorder
- The app will now pair to the DVR. Once finished, complete the remainder of the Startup Wizard right from the app and begin viewing your cameras.
NOTE: If the DVR is not connected to the Internet, you will not be able to live view the cameras from the app.
Option 2: Manual Setup (TV / Monitor)
NOTE: Connecting your system and using the Night Owl Protect App is
preferred and offers added security benefits and convenience to your mobile
lifestyle.
- If you have not already done so, connect your DVR to a TV / Monitor using the provided HDMI cable. Follow the steps in Connecting Your System.
- You will now begin the Startup Wizard. When you get to the following screen, click “Manual Setup (not recommended).”
- Proceed through the rest of the Startup Wizard to finish setup. Once complete, click on “Go to Live View” to begin viewing your cameras.
Not Connecting to the Internet?
Night Owl strongly recommends connecting the DVR to the Internet. If you have decided not to connect, follow the onscreen prompts within the Startup Wizard. Please note that not connecting your DVR means:
- you must manually update the device’s firmware to the latest version to receive technical phone support page on the Night Owl Support Site.
- The DVR must be registered to receive Technical Phone Support.
- You cannot view your system remotely.
- Resetting your password is a much longer process to ensure security
Need More Help?
For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more:
- Please visit Support.NightOwlSP.com
- Enter the Series listed on the Product Support Sticker (on top of the DVR) into the Search bar.
- Access the support material needed.