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Commercial Stream Video Recorder (ADC-CSVR2108P/ADC-CSVR2116P) - Installation Guide

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Pre-installation checklist

  • Pro Series CSVR (included)
  • A display with an HDMI input (optional)
  • An HDMI cable (optional)
  • A display with a VGA input (optional)
  • A VGA cable (optional)
  • Power cord (included)
  • An Ethernet Cat5e cable (included)
  • USB Keyboard and Mouse (required)
  • Rack mount ears and screws (included, for rack installations)
  • Dedicated network switch (optional)
  • Ethernet connection to broadband internet (Cable, DSL or Fiber Optic)
  • Alarm.com customer account with a service package that supports the Pro Series CSVR
  • Login and password for the Alarm.com account to which you will add the Pro Series CSVR

Note: The Alarm.com Pro Series CSVR is compliant with Section 889 of the NDAA and is not produced by any entity identified on the FCC’s Covered List.

Overview

  1. Network LED
  2. Status LED
  3. Power LED
  4. USB 3.0 port
  5. Power input
  6. Power switch
  7. HD Out port
  8. VGA Out port
  9. USB 2.0 ports
  10. Client RJ45 port
  11. Camera RJ45 port
  12. RJ45 PoE Ports

For information about LED statuses, see LED Guide.

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Recommended networking diagram for CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P

View example networking diagrams for installations with cameras installed downstream or upstream of the CSVR.

Cameras installed downstream from CSVR2108P/2116P

Note: The ADC-CSVR2108P can support up to 16 cameras even though there are only 8 PoE ports. For downstream installations, connect an unmanaged network switch to the Camera RJ45 port, and connect the additional cameras to the switch.

CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P cameras installed downstream diagram

Cameras installed upstream from CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P

Note: The ADC-CSVR2108P can support up to 16 cameras even though there are only 8 PoE ports. For upstream installations, connect an unmanaged network switch to the router, and connect the additional cameras to the switch.

CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P cameras installed upstream diagram

Note: To optimize performance, Alarm.com recommends using our Pro Series PoE Cameras with the Pro Series CSVR.

Connect the CSVR to the local network

  1. Using an Ethernet cable, connect the device to the network.
  2. If using a display with the CSVR, connect the display to one of the HD Out ports using an HDMI cable or the VGA port using a VGA cable.
  3. Connect the device to a non-switched, grounded power outlet.
  4. For the CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P: Use the switch on the back of the device to turn on your Pro Series CSVR.
  5. Wait for the device to boot up. A solid green status LED indicates that the device is ready to be added to the account.

Add the CSVR to the customer account

To add the CSVR using the Alarm.com customer website:
  1. Using a web browser, enter the following URL: www.alarm.com/addcamera. You will need the customer’s username and password to log in to the Alarm.com customer website.
  2. Select the Pro Series CSVR from the video device list or enter its MAC address to begin adding the device. The device’s MAC address is located on the bottom of the device or on the packaging.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish adding the Pro Series CSVR.

Associate a video device to the CSVR

You can associate cameras to the device and configure drives and display settings using the Alarm.com customer website.

  1. Verify that all of the video devices for the CSVR to record from are enrolled on your account.
  2. Log in to the Alarm.com customer website.
  3. Click Video.
  4. Click Recording Rules.
  5. Click Local.
  6. Click Add New Schedule.
  7. Click SVR if there are multiple options to choose from.
  8. Click the desired CSVR if there are multiple enrolled on the account.
  9. Configure the schedule:
    1. In Record from this camera, click to select the camera to record to the Streaming Video Recorder.
    2. Using the Resolution dropdown menu, select the resolution if the camera supports it.
    3. Using the Frame Rate dropdown menu, select the frame rate.
    4. Using the Quality dropdown menu, select the quality.
    5. On compatible cameras, High-Efficiency Recording can be toggled on or off.
      • When High-Efficiency Recording is enabled, recordings will be recorded at a higher resolution during periods of activity and recorded at standard resolutions continuously.
    6. On compatible cameras, Audio can be selected to Record to SVR or Don't record to SVR.
      • The recording of audio and video is subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, which may require, for example, you to provide notice to others that audio and video recording is occurring. It is your responsibility to ensure your use of these devices complies with applicable law.
  10. Click Save.

Important: On compatible devices, People & Vehicle Motion detection mode is enabled by default. This mode disables local display options in order to conserve device resources. Motion detection modes can be configured after the schedule is created. For more information about configuring motion, see Configure motion detection modes on a CSVR.

  1. Verify that all of the video devices for the CSVR to record from are enrolled on your account.
  2. Log in to the Alarm.com app.
  3. Tap Video .
  4. Tap Configure.
  5. Tap Recording Rules.
  6. Tap Local.
  7. Tap Add.
  8. Tap SVR if there are multiple options to choose from.
  9. Tap the desired CSVR if there are multiple enrolled on the account.
  10. Configure the schedule:
    1. In Record from this camera, click to select the camera to record to the Streaming Video Recorder.
    2. Using the Resolution dropdown menu, select the resolution if the camera supports it.
    3. Using the Frame Rate dropdown menu, select the frame rate.
    4. Using the Quality dropdown menu, select the quality.
    5. On compatible cameras, High-Efficiency Recording can be toggled on or off.
      • When High-Efficiency Recording is enabled, recordings will be recorded at a higher resolution during periods of activity and recorded at standard resolutions continuously.
    6. On compatible cameras, Audio can be selected to Record to SVR or Don't record to SVR.
      • The recording of audio and video is subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, which may require, for example, you to provide notice to others that audio and video recording is occurring. It is your responsibility to ensure your use of these devices complies with applicable law.
  11. Tap Save.
Recommendations for associating Wi-Fi devices to a 21XXP Pro Series CSVR

Use an SG130 in the wireless connection configuration to significantly improve the experience when using wireless devices in conjunction with the Stream Video Recorder.

When connecting a wireless device (i.e., Alarm.com wireless cameras and/or POE to Wi-Fi bridges) to a compatible SVR, it is recommended to enroll these devices to an SG130 for their network connection. The SG130 is designed to internally handle DHCP leases for its attached devices as well as the routing required to allow them to successfully stream to the SVR.

For more information about the SG130, see Smart Gateway (ADC-SG130).

Configure the local display

For steps and information regarding configuring the local display for a 21XXP Pro Series CSVR, see:

Mounting the device to a rack

Note: Alarm.com has not tested alternate mounting solutions for the CSVR21XXP Pro Series (e.g., using a wall or ceiling mount), and does not recommend mounting the hardware in any way other than using a server rack as outlined below.

The CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P can be mounted to a standard server rack using the included rack mount kit. The rack mounts are designed to fit into a 1U (rack unit) area.

The kit includes the screws needed to attach the rack mount ears to the device, but does not include the screws needed to mount the device into a rack.

  1. Gently pry off the rubber footpads from the bottom of the device.

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  2. Using the included screws and brackets, attach a bracket to each side of the device.

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  3. Using server rack screws (not included), attach the brackets to each side of the server rack.

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  4. Ensure that there is at least 10 in (25 cm) behind the device for proper airflow

LED guide

Network LED
LED pattern Description

Blinking green

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 Client uplink active

Not illuminated

Off.svg

 Client uplink inactive
Power LED
LED pattern Description

Solid green

LED solid green.svg

 Powered on

Not illuminated

Off.svg

 Booting or powered off
Status LED
LED pattern Description

Solid green

LED solid green.svg

 Connected to Alarm.com

Blinking green

LED blinking green.svg

 Local network connection

Solid red

LED solid red.svg

 No connection

Not illuminated

Off.svg

 Booting or powered off

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Factory reset

When needed, the ADC-CSVR2108P/CSVR2116P can be reset to its default settings.

Important: Wait at least two minutes for the video device to power on fully before performing the following procedure. The factory reset might fail if the device is still powering on.

Reset procedure Reset button location

Caution: Resetting the device to factory defaults may cause a loss of recorded video footage.

  1. Press and hold the [Reset] button until the status LED starts blinking red intermittently, about 15 seconds.
  2. Wait for the device to reboot.
 The [Reset] button is a pinhole button that is located and labeled on the back of the device, next to the fan vent.

FCC statements

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

UL statements

  • The NVR is only to be connected to PoE networks without routing to outside plants.
  • Verify that all maintenance and repair work is handled by qualified personnel such as electrical engineers or network specialists.
  • Connect the system to an earthed main outlet.

Important: The total power budget for the ADC-CSVR2108P POE ports is 120 W, ADC-CSVR2116P POE ports is 200 W.

Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Rated:
  • ADC-CSVR2108P - 100-240 VAC, 60-50 Hz, 3.5 A, 190 W
  • ADC-CSVR2116P - 100-240 VAC, 60-50 Hz, 6-3 A, 280 W
 

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