Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionWhat is the storage capacity of the DVR?

• A:Answer The DVR storage capacity is 1000 gigabytes.

Q: QuestionDoes the system have night vision?

• A:Answer This security system does have night vision.

Q: QuestionCan the system be set up without connecting a TV or monitor?

• A:Answer This system offers secure app-based Bluetooth setup, so there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing.

Q: QuestionAre there any subscription fees for using the system?

• A:Answer This system is a one-time purchase and there are no hidden costs.

Q: QuestionHow many cameras are included in the system?

• A:Answer The security system includes twelve cameras.

Q: QuestionIs 60’ the longest cable option? What cable options are there for 100’ runs?

Asked 5 months ago by Interested.

• A:Answer Great question! The standard Night Owl wired camera systems typically come with 60 ft. BNC cables, but we do offer longer cable options for extended runs. You can find our official 100 ft. cable here: https://nightowlsp.com/products/100-ft-video-power-cable-for-all-wired-bnc-cameras If you need help choosing the right option for your setup, our support team is happy to assist! — Night Owl SP Digital Support Team

  Answered 5 months ago by Night Owl

  
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Q: QuestionHow long does the DVR save recordings? I currently have a Swan system and thinking of changing. Our DVR saves all recordings for 60 days.

Asked 8 months ago by KarinL.

• A:Answer Hi there, thanks for your question! The length of time recordings are saved on the DVR depends on several factors, including the size of the hard drive, the number of cameras recording, resolution settings, and whether motion-only or continuous recording is used. With standard settings, a 1TB DVR typically stores several days to a few weeks of footage. For extended storage, you can either adjust recording settings to conserve space or upgrade to a larger hard drive, depending on your needs. If you'd like help tailoring a setup that meets your recording timeline, feel free to reach out at support.nightowlsp.com. Best regards, Night Owl SP Digital Support Team

  Answered 7 months ago by Night Owl

  
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Q: Questionwhat cabling is required is it only cat 5?

Asked 8 months ago by mryacht.

• A:Answer Thank you for reaching out! The Night Owl 20-Channel, 12-Camera Wired 1080p DVR Security System uses BNC cables for video transmission, along with separate power cables. It does not require Cat 5 (Ethernet) cables to connect the cameras to the DVR. Each camera comes with a 60-foot video/power cable, and the system includes the necessary power adapters and splitters for setup. If you already have BNC cabling in place, you can easily upgrade to this system without needing to replace your wiring. Let us know if you have any other questions—we’re happy to help! - Night Owl SP Digital Support Team

  Answered 8 months ago by Night Owl

  
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Q: QuestionCan I add any of my Previous Samsung B&C security cameras to the extra channels? This question is for the: Night Owl - 20-Channel, 12-Camera Indoor/Outdoor Wired 1080p 1TB DVR Security System with 2-Way Audio - Black and White system. Thank You

Asked 1 year ago by PRS12524.

• A:Answer Thank you for the question and details about your current cameras. Unfortunately we don't have the ability to confirm compatibility of cameras that we didn't manufacture. Since we don't know what internal components were used we have no way to guarantee they will work with our systems. We apologize for this inconvenience. You might consider checking the return policy with the retailer and if possible can buy and test knowing you can return if not (assuming they allow that). Many users are successful using our recorders with other cameras, we just cannot guarantee it. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks, Night Owl SP Digital Support Team

  Answered 1 year ago by Night Owl

  
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