1. First-Time Use
Before installation, ensure that the PADS4 Server is set up and configured properly.The minimum PADS4 Server version required is PADS4 Foundation 2023.1.
1.1 Resetting the Device
If the device was previously used, perform a factory reset to clear storage and prevent software conflicts.1
Step One
Open the home screen of the device.
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Step Two
Open the Settings app.
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Step Three
Click System in the Settings menu.
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Step Four
Scroll down and select Restore to Factory Settings.
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Step Five
Click Confirm in the dialog that appears.
1.2 Updating Firmware
Ensure the firmware is updated to at least V1.7.1 build 20230424 before installing PADS4.1
Step One
Copy the update.zip firmware file to the root directory of a USB stick.
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Step Two
Insert the USB stick into the device.
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Step Three
The device should detect the USB firmware update and prompt for installation.
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Step Four
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the firmware update.
2. Installing PADS4 Viewer
Follow the steps below to install and configure PADS4 Viewer on the Hikvision DS-D6032FN.2.1 Installing PADS4 from USB Stick
The PADS4Hikvision.apk file is available on the PADS4 Server in:Installation Steps
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Step One
Copy the PADS4Hikvision.apk file onto a USB stick.
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Step Two
Insert the USB stick into the Hikvision DS-D6032FN device.
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Step Three
Open the home screen of the device.
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Step Four
Open the FileBrowser app.
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Step Five
Select USB DISK from the list.
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Step Six
Click on PADS4Hikvision.apk.
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Step Seven
When prompted with “Do you want to install this application?”, click Install.
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Step Eight
Once installed, click Open to launch the PADS4 Hikvision app.
2.2 Connecting to PADS4 Server
PADS4 Server Address Format:- Protocol:
httporhttps(depends on SSL certificate). - Host: DNS name or IP address of PADS4 Server.
- Port: (Optional - specify only if using non-default ports).
- Host Path: Configured in System Management
(default: PADS4).
Connection Steps
1
Step One
Enter the PADS4 Server Location.
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Step Two - *Optional*
Specify a Viewer Name (if left blank, PADS4 will generate one).
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Step Three
Press Start.
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Step Four
Grant permission to access photos, media, and files when prompted.
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Step Five
The PADS4 Viewer will be downloaded and installed.
2.3 Adjusting PADS4 Viewer Settings
- Press and hold the left mouse button or touch the screen for 3 seconds to access Viewer Settings.