Issue:
How can I update the firmware on IP cameras (CHQ8PD/CHW8PD) connected to NX16 NVR without logging into each camera through its web portal?
Description:
Updating the firmware on IP Cameras can resolve various issues. If you have IP Cameras (CHQ8PD/CHW8PD) connected to a NX16 NVR, you can update the camera firmware directly from DVR’s configuration menu.
(Note: NX16 NVR has to be on newer firmware 2.x and you will need a specific firmware file for camera type)
Solution
Use the following instructions to update the firmware on an IP camera thru NX16 recorder:
- Get a laptop connected to NVRs front LAN port using an Ethernet Cable.
- Use IE browser to access the DVR, type DVRs IP Address in the address bar (Default 169.254.1.1)
- Upon prompting, enter login information (Default username is admin and password is 11111111)
- Go to Configuration > Record > IP Cameras > IP Cam Info
- Select the Camera Type in FW Update window (e.g. CHQ8PD)
- Make sure the check box for the selected IP camera is checked.
- Click Browse and select the provided camera firmware file.
- Click Update