Night Owl Security Camera Surveillance System Unbox, Review, Installation
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- In this video I show you an unboxing, review and even how I installed the Night Owl Security Camera System. This system has 8 channels and 8 cameras. This specific system films in 1080p, it has a spotlight and microphone feature. I've installed Wisenet security camera systems, as well as Cobra systems. I'm yet to install a Lorex security surveillance system but i'll make a comparison video as soon as I do. thanks for watching!
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*I like the pan and tilt feature. great **Newest.Technology** camera!*
like what?
Vier - thank you so much for the amazing video! You did a great job showing the unboxing, hardware and software setup. We appreciate the detail and the way you easily broke things down for the viewers. Thanks again!
Thank you! I like the clear footage from your systems. I did have a question, is it normal for the iOS apps to log you out after the firmware updates?
@@vierdoesit it's normal for them, because they suck.
Your camera itself is pretty good, until it's not. You failed to resolve remote viewing issue, you log customers out of their accounts, and my DVR (2nd unit) doesn't work anymore.
This system sucks! what a waste of my hard-earned money. system records when it wants for however long it wants. I never get a complete video of the action happening. It pauses, jumps and super speeds videoing and on playback. Can only view videos on my phone, when I try on my laptop it tells me the DVR is offline! I used to be able to watch and download on my laptop.
jsust wanted to say great job at shooting and editing this vid very informative and a great balance of details and still keeping it short :)
Hey random internet user, I love you and thanks!
Excellent explanation!! This guy should be a teacher! Very well organized thought process in explaining.
Thanks king
Love the fact that you played one of THE best Mac songs. 👌
I was wondering when somebody would notice!
Dude...You're funny ...awesome man..
" Sounded better in my head " Totally get that ..
But yeah man ..
You helped me out 100 percent on setting this up ...THANKS
haha thanks bro
You did a great job thanks for making the video.
Thanks for watching!
Thank-you for the set-up show, I bought the same system.
no problem, let me know how it works for ya
I'm thinking about getting this system too. How long have u had it and can u give your pros and cons about it ?
I have a Night Owl 1080p system with 4 wireless cameras. It was worked fine for more than 7 years now.
I don't like night owl anymore, I like lorex now
Does the dvr store the activity that the cameras collect for any amount of time?
3 years of storms and heavy rains I have 4 of the older black cameras “no lights” but can use up to 8. It’s the c20x and works just fine still especially if you take the time to set it up correctly and don’t go with the defaults.
I don't like night owl anymore, I like the lorex system, much more user friendly and customer service actually answered the phone
ide like to know how the software is for these systems. The cheapo HF systems are pretty clear and record well but to review you have to watch or sift through hours of footage to find events, Does this software have event markers in the replay? I see it has alarms when the motion sensors detect something but when you review the footage what does it look like?
Yes it has event markers!
*I am not affiliated with Night Owl or any of their products*
Update, this camera system started giving us problems. The software keeps logging us out and it does not have audio recording.
Mine restarts on Sunday and yes 😊 you have to simply log back in to gain access to the recordings 😉
I just bought this exact same camera bundle system.. and i have a question how do i set up full video recording like 24/7 i know it does it by motion n face n vehicle recognition for maybe 20-30 second but i dont want them to operate just in motion i want them to record all the time how can i change it on the settings ?? I have the dvr hooked up to home monitor and aswell to my mobile apps phone ..
Which app did you connect?
Great installation job! When are you installing my camera system 😂
Email me lol
I recently bought this unit, and I must say that I am completely satisfied with it. Best bang for your buck. You will see some negative reviews, but people are not taking into consideration that this is “Not” a top tier professional surveillance system. You get what you pay for sometimes. In my opinion this is a great system for the diy home owner that does not want to spend alot of money. As far as longevity goes, I will have to find out for myself.
I agree. I'd say this is a good beginner budget system
How do you like it so far?
Which do you recommend for the next level up?
How about an update?
My DP8 burned out 2 days before my bike was stolen. I had a second one bought on ebay but can't unlock it. It came with unused cameras so wasn't stolen...but here I am watching a feed I can't make any use of...on 2 systems, as I write this.
Thanks for the video!
Can you give an update as to how the security system has held up?
It would be appreciated.
I would get a Lorex instead
Can i ask ? if it could be fit..may colorvu hikvision cctv camera to this dvr brand nightowl?
I’m not sure about that. I think they will but I can’t say for sure
thanks for the video pal
Thanks for watching!
What voltage does the whole system use and will it hook up to a 12 volt battery in my rv
it will hookup to a 12 volt battery
Can you view it on your when you are out and about? Or just when you are connected to the same Wi-Fi?
you can view it on the opposite side of the planet as long as you're connected to wifi and logged into the app
Lol 10:06 .. "uh, I hope that made sense. It sounded a lot better in my head" 👍😄
hahaha the intrusive thoughts won
@@vierdoesit but it made sense the first time. I think it's because you were in the confined space with all the wires around. Perhaps, if you do another video explaining the connections on a table first, or show a drawing of how the process goes you will feel like it's being more clearly conveyed.
good video brother thanks for the tips
thanks!
I'm on my 2nd system and the dvr quit still under warranty . All I get is the run around very discusted with night owl .
I started having a lot of problems with night owl, I no longer recommend them
Hey bud great review, but have a couple questions. Is wifi connected to the cameras themselves or the DVR? I ask because my wifi signal does not reach the front of my home where I'll have the cams setup, so I decided on getting a wired system, but live view will sometimes be neccessary. Also, is it truly recording 24/7? And I can comb over the footage at any point? Or does it just record when movement is sensed, like some others have stated? Thanks in advance for any info.
1.) The wifi is connected to the DVR
2.) On this system yes, it records 24/7, and it highlights when there is movement
@@vierdoesit amazing thanks again, definitely gonna try this system out.
Do you need WiFi to record to DVR or to only live stream?
I have a two story house will it fit are the cables long enough
The cables it comes with are only 60ft long. You can buy longer bnc cables on Amazon. Up to 250ft!
Hi how are you?
Do you know it’s saying my DVR is added already when I just bought it an hour ago.
what do you mean?
Aside from automatic voice that warns people can you talk live as well?
i'm glad you asked. You CAN'T talk live as well. This is something I got wrong and wish I would've known.
Can we extend the cables beyond 60'? Are there extensions that can be purchased?
Yes sir there’s cables up to 250ft. You just order them separate on Amazon. There’s also extension adaptors look up “BNC to BNC extension adapter”
@@vierdoesit ill check it out. Thanks
Question can I test out the cameras with this d.v.r. without connection of the ethernet cable ?
yes! however in order to check it out you will need a monitor. the ethernet cable is only for viewing from your phone.
@@vierdoesit thank you 👍
What type of monitor I can use or what monitor do you recommend?can be a regular 24 " Tv monitor any brand? Or has to be a computer monitor?
You can plug it into a regular 24" or any brand
It must be a monitor or TV that is a minimum resolution of 1080p regardless on the brand.
Mines hooked.to a vizio
Acabo de comprar esas camaras pero nose que aplicacion descargar en el telefono
Can you recommend a IT person who can come to my home. Nightowl has already replaced one recorder and now I'm on the 3rd and still I get "no signal" dealing with these people via the phone is not working...they are no help. I'm in the DFW area.
Where in Texas are you? I might be able to help?
Do you have to have a monitor or tv to set this up? Can you use just your phone?
you can use just your phone if you're connected to the internet
Great video, thank you for sharing. I have a client that wants me to install these but i only know how to install the wireless ones. These here are wires and need drilling to be done. If you live in my are I would give you the job so you can make your money. Im in Connecticut.
I'm in Texas :/
How's the night vision can you see them good in the street when they walking by clearly
I don’t recommend night owl anymore
Very good video.
thanks bigskidmedia
Question; So I got the cameras up and going and connected to my phone but I can't get it to the monitor...... Any advice?.?.?.?
Did you connect the hdmi cord from the receiver to the monitor? is the monitor plugged into a power source?
@@vierdoesit yes everything is connected. Problem is if I connect to my phone I can't connect to the TV or visversa
yeah im in the same im connected with the phone but can't get the image to the tv ?
it just says Paired successsfully.! now that you have successfully paired the device, return to the mobile app to complete the startup wizard.
So um...I'd like ANY no internet, no subscription, system that works with the wired 4k cameras, no microphone. Suggestions if any exist? Or am i reinstalling a new system now my 2 dp8 just show me a useless live feed?
Is it possible to aquire some drive with just simple recording programming, maybe only one camera per drive? Got 9 nightowl cameras.
Get Lorex
Can you watch a livestream of the cameras remotely? When I want to watch my teens safety when I am away from home
yes, you can. as long as you connect the dvr to the wifi router. also, I'd go with the brand- LOREX they have a much better product
Thank you.
You're welcome!
I need help on them showing the cameras I have them installed and all but doesn't show the images? Help please
are you still having issues?
Just ordered this unit. Will I be able to hear the audio on my TV since I'm using it as the main monitor!?
This does not have audio
@@vierdoesit hey bud I actually got it figured out the unit I have does have audio
Great Video.... I Do Have a Question That Needs an Answer Because I Can't Find It and NO answer From Night owl Unfortunately. The View Option of How U See The Video Keeps Changing. It's Like Every Few Days The View With all Four Cameras on Screen Changes To One in Middle and 3 on the Side. So Is There a Way To Keep That From Happening or Change Setting To Default? Thanks in Advance!
Ice
Hey ice, from my experience using night owl, there’s really not a way to do that
@@vierdoesit Ok Thank U And Thanks So Much 4 Taking Time To Reply👍.
Thankyou! How do you get it to record?
It records automatically
Hi hope you can answer me,can I speak tru the phone to talk with someone outside if im not home,amazing video,thanks ...
hey! not with this system, this system won't let you talk with someone outside. it only lets you sound an alarm
@@vierdoesit thank you..
How can I takeoff the sound that the camera make?
don't buy lorex
How can I start recording and watch in the app?
Want me to do an app tutorial?
like the cameras, how do I keep the spotlight on
That’s the only downside. You can’t keep them on
@@vierdoesit On the BTD2 just hit the light bulb button.
Hey can I add 2 way audio camera to this night owl dvr your in boxing?
No
Thanks for the reply. I ended getting the btn8 nvr those can do the 2way. Actually NOwl just came out with a new DVR that does 2way too!
i had someone to put them up,and I have one tht dont show anything at night,did he reverse the wires or wht,it have a clear view during the day.can someone hel me asap.thanks so i can trouble shoot it
Hi Jackie, thank you for your patience in awaiting my response. Does it show anything during the day?
@@vierdoesit yes it records 24 /7,I jus had one camera thts dark thts because the person who put it up must of did something wrong, other than tht thet r good
@@jackiecurtis9506 glad you like them, did you ever have it fixed?
Do these need to be connected to wifi for you to receive an alert when you're out of town?
yes the dvr has to be connected to wifi
@@vierdoesit thank you!
seriously 😳
Where can I go to learn the different icons?
They’re on the manual
P.S.
Where can I find that nifty headlamp?
I need to sign up with Amazon affiliates! Lol I bought it on Amazon
I just installed them, the only down side is that they don’t have live audio but other than that there ok.
right
That sucks, my opinion
Yes would be nice with audio
Wait so the camera can speak to them but doesn’t records audio?
can it connect ot a smart tv?
yes plug a HDMI cable from the dvr to the tv
and don't buy night owl get a lorex instead
Why when I connected them the screen turned black and says no signal ?
Is the monitor plugged in?
Where does the power for the cameras come from
wall outlet
How can i connect it to wifi? How can i cannect the extra 4 cameras? Im stressing. Like i want to put the dvr in my room and the modem is in the living room. I need help please
Connect the DVR to the Modem via ethernet cable
@@vierdoesit i did but how do i connect the extra 4 cameras... like it doesnt come in the instructions and cant find a video or anything about it.. like the 8 that has to connect plus the 4 its says can connect up to 12 on the box
@@joseazua6813 Does your DVR have room for four more? and is it the same system as the one in the video?
How long are the camera wires?
60ft but you can get them in 75ft, 100ft, 150ft, up to 250ft
What's the app?
Great video, my man. Do you have a link for the camera model that you recommend ? Maybe you can hit me back with that ? Would be nice
Hey! Sorry for barely getting back to you. Are you looking for something with two way sound?
There are so many Night owl systems on the market, which one is this ?
You're right, they have several! This one shows to be the Night Owl DVR BTD2
How do I get the microphone to work?
This system doesn't have a microphone
Does it matter what monitor you use ?
no
Awesome
Can you put the monitor in another room?
You can, you just have to find an HDMI cable that is long enough to reach the other room
Can you view live feed if you are out of town??
Yes, but I do not recommend this system anymore, night owl turned out to be garbage
Are the 8 cables 100ft long?
any camera system you buy comes with the standard 60FT cables
@@vierdoesit How can you extend if you need to go further?
Lowes and Home Depot (and Walmart) sell extension kits for these types of cameras (it includes the BNC connector for the video extension)@@DjJoeKhoury
do you recommend 4k instead?
yes 100%
Have problem in phone app i login work good. Im trying open again have t sing out login Again any person have. This problem??
I had that problem. It keeps logging me out
Do these cameras come with a phone app?
Yes
Do you need internet for this system?
Yes, you do
im looking to buy a night owl system. is it worth buying?
I've installed a few different night owl systems but I've liked the night owl BTD2 series the most. The app interface is slightly complicated but it's really easy to use once you get the hang of it. They're not too pricy so if I had to say, yes they're worth it.
yesssss it is
What model is that?
night owl DVR BTD2 model
So do you need the computer screen?
its a monitor, only necessary for setup on this particular system. there are some systems that don't require a monitor to set up
@@vierdoesit does it come with the system?
Thanks for the question. Just wanted to clarify and elaborate slightly... with our older systems, a monitor was required for initial setup, as that was the only way the customer could proceed through the Startup Wizard and configure the system. However, a monitor is no longer required with our Bluetooth systems. The customer can connect to the recorder via the app using a Bluetooth connection and proceed through the Startup Wizard right from their mobile device. A monitor is purely optional with this setup. They can conveniently do it all right from the app.
How connect my cameras on my tv?
use the HDMI cable to connect the DVR to the TV
How do we charge the battery?
there's no battery
Does the app require a monthly fee?
no monthly fee, update, I hate the app but i like the cameras themselves. I'd get a lorex system instead
Helpppp....bought this system.and need to get it set up have 4 wired cameras to hook up.
Okay! how can I help?
I think after watching your video we are going to put it in the attic all the wires and connect it to the the DvR
@@cindycover2832 So do you still need help?
Why do these have a spot for a SD card If they come with a 1TB hard drive?
you'd be surprised how fast 1tb goes
@@vierdoesit yes but what is a SD card going to do? I'm just trying to understand. I feel like there is more to it then space. Like the reasoning for it.
What's the name of app you use on phone
Night owl protect
This is awesome I'm thinking of buying this for my place. I have a feeling my neighbors are crack heads because they spend 90% of their time in their shed
they probably have a lab in there lol! also, go with lorex cameras instead
Nightowl is like setting your money on fire.
You’re not wrong
friend I bought them one day but why can't I connect them to Bluetooth
Scan the QR code
Can we get a update video?
I need to make an update video! The cameras are giving me problems now :(
Got a question, can this be operated wireless, I mean since you have no wifi, can these cameras be connected through Bluetooth only?
The cameras will work without wifi. You can also view them on the app without wifi but only within bluetooth range (bluetooth range with this system was like 10 feet)
Do they record audio?
Not the ones in this video, Nightowl makes some models that do though.
@@vierdoesit thanks man, great video. I did purchase Swann Enforcer 4K 8 camera system. Opened it today and it's okay. Paid $379.00
@@jacoberreguin9713 swann is a great brand as well. Sounds like you got a really good price. Let me know how the installation process goes!
I bought these, tested them out before I installed. I installed, and now we're not getting any feed. Manually typed, couldn't find on Lan network, and didn't work with QR. Might have to return, these are trash in my experience. Giving it one more night before deciding to toss. I much prefer arlo pro 4, even though they're wifi and need to recharge. They're more user friendly
Did you ever find a solution?
@@vierdoesit not yet, unfortunately.
Can’t connect mine to my phone either
I have system night owl wireless camera 1080p good camera your be the best the app no problem.
does the wireless work well with the app? does it ever give you problems during things like thunder storms?
How bright is the light?
Does anybody have this owl system for a year for a good review before I buy it ?
Update. Get a Lorex instead
Is the wireless system better
I like the wired better
How can you delete the videos from the Library, can anyone help please
Do you recommend this system?
I liked it
But liked others better for thaT money I think ?
How's the quality?
It's really good, when you view it from your phone its 720p but it looks like 1080. I like it better than others i've installed
Does anyone that has this system make a video of all pros and cons ?
Which system?
@@vierdoesit night owl system
Will the doorbell work with this ?
not that i know of
Why not?!?!?
@@vierdoesit I got the wireless system, works great I hope the doorbell works
how did it turn out?
@@vierdoesit didn't get the bell I need a wireless one. My house doesn't have a wired doorbell
Como sella.a la aplicación
So what's the over all review after 7 months
DO NOT BUY, Software keeps giving me problems
@@vierdoesit thankyou
Bro did you set up the app..?
yessir
bro i just get that system I already set up the cameras but I cannot create an account to view it on my phone did you have trouble creating the password.?
No, I did not have trouble with the password. Did you type in the correct email? did you verify your email?
I did on account And now I can sign in But it is asking me for a zip code that will be sent to me but I have not get in it
Can you please explain me what I am Doing wrong
Any updates brotha?
I’m glad you asked. I’m having trouble with the app. It logs me out once a month. Other than that they’ve been greatv
@@vierdoesit I have Alert360 security system I hate the update I got with them I get logged out and can never find when events taken place I have to waste my time looking the events. I get no notifications when thinks are happening. So I’m bailing out on them tomorrow. I’m looking at the Night Owl or Swann
@@RichRich06 I've only installed one set of Swann, honestly I liked them just a little bit more than Night Owl