Dahua NVR/XVR Screen Saver Settings: A Comprehensive Guide161

A screen saver, also known as a screensaver, is a software application that activates when a computer or device has been idle for a predefined period of time. It replaces the regular desktop screen with a designated image or animation to prevent screen burn-in and reduce power consumption.

Dahua network video recorders (NVRs) and XVRs (network video recorders) come with built-in screen saver options that can be customized to suit your preferences. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to Dahua NVR/XVR screen saver settings, enabling you to configure them effectively for your surveillance system.

Enabling the Screen Saver

To enable the screen saver on your Dahua NVR/XVR, follow these steps:1. Log in to the NVR/XVR using your administrator credentials.
2. Navigate to Configuration > System Settings > Screen Saver.
3. Tick the Enable Screen Saver checkbox.

Customizing Screen Saver Settings

Once the screen saver is enabled, you can customize its settings to your liking.

Screen Saver Type

There are two main types of screen savers available in Dahua NVRs/XVRs:* Default: Displays a basic black screen with the Dahua logo.
* Custom: Allows you to select an image or video from your local storage to be displayed as the screen saver.

Screen Saver Duration

Specify the duration of inactivity after which the screen saver will activate. The duration can be set in minutes, ranging from 1 to 60.

Custom Screen Saver Settings

If you choose the custom screen saver type, you can further customize the following settings:* Image File: Select the image file to be displayed as the screen saver.
* Video File: Select the video file to be played as the screen saver.
* Fill: Choose how the image or video will fill the screen:
* Fit to Window: Scales the image/video to fit the screen without distortion.
* Stretch to Window: Stretches the image/video to fill the screen, potentially distorting it.
* Audio: Enable or disable audio playback for video screen savers.

Screen Saver Exceptions

You can configure exceptions to prevent the screen saver from activating during certain conditions, such as:* Live view is active.
* Playback is in progress.
* An alarm is triggered.
* The NVR/XVR is being accessed remotely.

Advanced Screen Saver Settings

For advanced users, there are additional settings available:* Sleep Mode: Enable or disable sleep mode, which puts the NVR/XVR into a low-power state when the screen saver is active.
* Screen Saver Schedule: Create a schedule to specify when the screen saver is active (e.g., during specific hours of the day).

Conclusion

By customizing the Dahua NVR/XVR screen saver settings, you can enhance the user experience, protect your screen from burn-in, and reduce power consumption. Whether you prefer a simple default screen saver or a personalized image or video, the flexible options provided by Dahua ensure that you can tailor the screen saver to meet your specific needs.

2025-02-02

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