Dedicated Micros DV-IP NV8, Installation Manual

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FTP Download
The unit can archive images to a central FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server. This could be on
receipt of an alarm, activation of the Activity Detection or at a scheduled time to backup recorded
video. Using FTP in a multi-unit application ensures that all files are stored in one central location for
each of the units, offering efficient file management and easy review capabilities.
Current Status Displays whether the unit is currently ‘FTP-ing’ and the status of any
current FTP process
Last Download Status Displays the status of the last FTP transfer.
FTP Server IP URL or name This is the IP address, URL or name of the FTP server the unit will
connect to for FTP image download purposes.
FTP Control Port The default port for FTP use is port 21. If this port has
already been allocated on the network, it is possible to allocate an
alternative port.
Status Server Port Default The default port for the Server Status function is port 23, if this
port has already been allocated on the network, it is possible to
identify and allocate an alternative port number.
FTP Root Drive and Directory This is the directory where the images are to be stored, it is
recommended that a name associated with the unit be used for
ease of retrieval.
Username If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the
FTP server, enter the relevant username here.
Password If it is necessary to use an authentication process to access the
FTP server, enter the relevant password here.