Want to do the initial setup for Reolink NVRs on a monitor? This article will do you a favor.

Applies to: RLN8-410 (hardware version H3MB18/N2MB02/N3MB01/N7MB01), RLN16-410 (hardware version H3MB18/N6MB01), RLN36, NVS36.

You may follow this guide for proper cabling and initial setup of your Reolink NVRs with a monitor connected.

Here is a video for your reference:  

Here is a diagram that will help you learn each option on the PoE NVR.

each_option_of_NVR

Now, please refer to the following steps to set up your NVR.

Step 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the NVR to the LAN port of your router. And connect a mouse to the USB port.

1.connect_network_cable_and_mouse

Note: You can right-click to open the Menu on the live-view page.

Step 2. Connect the NVR to a Monitor or TV via the VGA or HDMI cable. 

2.connect_with_monitor

Notes:
1. If there is no display, please connect it to a VGA monitor and change its resolution to 1920*080.
2. If you need audio output on your TV monitor, the resolution MUST be set to 1920*1080 or 1280*720.

Step 3. Connect the camera’s RJ45 network socket to any PoE Camera port on the NVR using the Ethernet cables provided.

3.connect_camera_to_NVR

Step 4. Connect the NVR to a power outlet with the supplied power adapter, and then turn on the power switch.

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Step 5. And then you will see the splash screen below. System booting up might take a few seconds.

initial interface

Note: If the monitor screen remains black, check if you flip on the power switch on the back of the NVR.

Step 6. General configurations. Set up the language, screen resolution, date format, time format and so on. Then click Next.

general(initial interface)

Step 7. UID settings. Choose whether to allow Reolink App/Client to access the device via WAN using UID. Then click Next.

UID(initial interface)

Step 8. Create a password for your NVR, and enable/disable screen auto-lock. Then click Next.

Login(initial interface)

Step 9. Name your device and manage your HDD. 

info(initial interface)

If you want to enable file encryption, click the File Encryption button below. Please note: when the file encryption function is turned on, the password is required when you enter playback, event history, and backup pages, even if the screen lock is disabled. Introduction to Reolink's File Encryption Feature

click file encryption(initial page)

Step 10. Connect the camera to NVR according to the diagram. Then click Next. Done! You can now access your Reolink NVR via the monitor.

camera(initial)

With the initial setup complete, your Reolink NVR system is now ready for use. Remember to keep your password secure, manage your hard drive properly, and adjust additional settings like video encryption as needed. Enjoy a safer and smarter surveillance experience with Reolink!