EverFocus EDVR4D1/EDVR9D1/EDVR16D1/EDVR9D2/EDVR16D2/EDVR16D3 DVR Firmware Upgrade and DDNS Setup Instructions

About this manual

The document provides step‑by‑step instructions for preparing a USB flash drive, backing up current settings, performing the firmware upgrade, resetting to factory defaults, and re‑loading saved settings on the DVR. It details menu navigation using the jog wheel and confirms each stage with on‑screen messages such as "Phase 1/3…" and "Success".

It also covers DDNS configuration, requiring firmware version 1.6.2 or higher, proper network settings, opening router ports (80, 1600, 37260), registering a hostname at everfocusddns.com, and linking the DVR to the DDNS server. After successful synchronization, the DVR can be accessed remotely via the chosen hostname.

What's inside

• Firmware Upgrade
• Backing Up Settings
• Reset to Factory Settings
• Loading Saved Settings
• DDNS Setup
• Network Configuration

Frequently asked questions

How do I back up the current DVR settings before upgrading firmware?

Press Stop, then Menu, go to the System menu, change Load/Save Configuration to YES, select Save and the settings will be stored on the USB flash drive.

Which router ports must be opened for DDNS to work?

Open the default ports 80, 1600, and 37260 in the router’s port‑forwarding section.

What firmware version is required to use EverFocus DDNS?

The DVR must be running firmware version 1.6.2 or higher.