
3xLogic’s VRM Software - User’s Guide Page 53
14
Troubleshooting
14.1
Hardware Issues
DVR does not record
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Is the DVR on?
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Does the record light on the DVR light when the record button on the DVR is pressed?
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Is the appropriate camera attached to the “Video In” input on the back of the DVR?
DVR is beeping
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There is no video source attached to the “Video In” input on the back of the DVR.
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If a cable is attached to the “Video Input” and the DVR is still beeping, the video feed is
inactive.
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Is the other end of the video cable attached to something? Check for a defective cable
or an un-powered or defective camera.
DVR network light is not illuminated
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Is there a network cable plugged into the network jack on the back of the DVR?
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If there is a network cable plugged into the DVR then check for a defective network
cable.
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Is the other end of the network cable plugged into a computer or router?
DVR does not show in VRM software
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Is the DVR connected to the network?
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Has the network connection been broken, either on the computer side or the DVR side?
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Has the DVR been configured properly?
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Has the DVR had an IP address assigned to it?
DVR does not respond
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If the DVR does not respond to direct front panel input or network requests, first try to
restart the DVR. Remove power for 20 seconds the power on. Wait for DVR to go
through its self-diagnostic routine. If there are any error messages, write these down
and call tech support. Phone numbers at the end of this guide.
14.2
Software Issues
Cannot log into VRM software
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Have you forgotten your login name and password? Get an administrator to assign a
new password.
Cannot login with administrator privileges
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All users with administrator privileges may have been deleted from the personnel
section of VRM “Settings”. If this is the case, please call support. Phone numbers are
at the end of this guide.
Cannot communicate with DVR
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Has the DVR been configured with it’s own IP address?
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Has the IP address been correctly entered into “Recorders” section in VRM “Settings”?
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Has more than 29 days gone by since the recorder was purchased and it is still not
registered? Please call support. Phone numbers are at the end of this guide.