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Reolink RLN36

36-Channel Ultra HD Network Video Recorder with Alarm I/O

Supports Up to 36 IP Camera Channels
Supports Up to 16MP Ultra HD Resolution
Expandable Triple-Bay Storage Up to 48TB Capacity
Continuous 24/7 Recording Across All Channels
Integrated 8 Alarm Inputs and 4 Outputs
4K HDMI and VGA Dual Video Outputs

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Channel Capacity, PoE Architecture & System Overview

What type of NVR is the Reolink RLN36 and how many cameras does it support?

A: The Reolink RLN36 is a high-capacity, commercial-grade Network Video Recorder designed for large-scale video surveillance. It supports centralized 24/7 continuous recording, live monitoring, smart playback, and device management for up to 36 IP camera channels simultaneously.

Does the RLN36 have built-in PoE (Power over Ethernet) ports to power cameras directly?

A: No. Unlike the RLN8 or RLN16 series, the RLN36 does not have built-in PoE ports on its rear panel. To connect and power wired PoE cameras, you must connect the cameras through external PoE switches or PoE injectors, which then link to the RLN36 via its dedicated camera network ports or your local area network (LAN).

What is the configuration and purpose of the 5 rear Ethernet ports on the RLN36?

A: The rear panel features 5 independent Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive):

Can the RLN36 connect to both wired PoE and wireless Reolink IP cameras?

A: Yes. The RLN36 can manage and record up to 36 Reolink cameras of any connection type across your network, including wired PoE cameras (Via PoE switches), dual-band WiFi cameras, and Reolink PoE/WiFi Video Doorbells. Compatible Reolink battery-powered cameras with updated firmware can also link to the system for motion-triggered event recording.

Can the RLN36 operate entirely offline without an Internet connection?

A: Yes. The RLN36 can function as a completely offline, closed-circuit local security system. You can connect your cameras via PoE switches to the NVR, record 24/7 footage directly to installed internal SATA hard drives, and view live video feeds or playback on a locally connected HDMI or VGA monitor. An Internet connection is only required if you want mobile push notifications, email alerts, or remote access through the Reolink App or Client.

Video Decoding, Display Output & Two-Way Audio

What video resolutions and stream decoding limits are supported by the RLN36?

A: The RLN36 supports ultra-high-definition video stream input up to 16 Megapixels (7680x2160), 12MP (4096x3072 / 4512x2512), 4K 8MP (3840x2160), 5MP (2560x1920), 4MP (2560x1440), 3MP (2304x1296), 1080p Full HD, and 720p across both mainstream and substream profiles.

Which video compression codecs are supported by the NVR?

A: The system supports both advanced H.265 (HEVC) and standard H.264 video compression formats. This significantly reduces hard drive storage consumption and optimizes network bandwidth while preserving fine optical detail and color accuracy in 4K, 12MP, and 16MP footage.

What video display monitor outputs and output resolutions are available?

A: The rear panel includes two local display outputs:

How many channels can be played back synchronously at the same time?

A: The RLN36 supports synchronous multi-channel playback of 1 to 4 channels simultaneously on a locally connected monitor or via the Reolink Client software. Please note that if you review footage recorded at 8MP (4K) or higher resolutions, the system supports 1-channel synchronous playback at full resolution to ensure smooth decoding.

Does the RLN36 support two-way interactive talk and local audio input/output?

A: Yes. The RLN36 features built-in two-way audio hardware interfaces:

Hard Drive Installation, Massive Storage & Recording Modes

Does this standalone RLN36 come with pre-installed hard drives, and what is the maximum storage capacity?

A: In this standalone edition, internal hard drives are sold separately (No HDD is pre-installed). The RLN36 is equipped with 3 internal SATA interfaces, supporting up to three 3.5-inch internal SATA hard drives. Each SATA port supports up to a 16TB hard drive, providing a massive total storage capacity of up to 48TB (3x 16TB). Surveillance-grade hard drives (Such as Western Digital Purple or Seagate SkyHawk) are recommended for continuous 24/7 read/write durability.

How do you install internal SATA hard drives into the RLN36 chassis?

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Turn off the NVR using the rear rocker power switch and disconnect the power adapter.
Remove the screws securing the metal top cover and slide the chassis cover off.
Connect the SATA data cables and power cables from the NVR motherboard to your SATA hard drive(s).
Align the hard drive(s) with the mounting holes on the bottom tray of the chassis and secure them from underneath using the supplied HDD mounting screws.
Reassemble the outer cover, tighten the screws, reconnect the power supply, and power on the unit.
On your connected monitor, navigate to Settings > Storage, select the newly detected drive(s), and click Format to initialize them for recording.

Does the RLN36 support external eSATA hard drives?

A: No. The RLN36 does not include an external eSATA port. All storage expansion must be accommodated internally using the 3 onboard SATA interfaces (Up to 3x 16TB = 48TB total storage capacity).

What recording modes and schedules can be configured on each channel?

A: Each of the 36 channels can be configured independently with three flexible recording modes:

24/7 Continuous Recording: Uninterrupted round-the-clock recording across designated channels.
Motion / Smart AI Event Recording: Records video only when person, vehicle, animal, or general motion triggers occur.
Scheduled / Custom Timer Recording: Records only during specific hours or days designated by the user.

What happens when the installed hard drives reach full capacity?

A: By default, the RLN36 has automatic HDD Overwrite enabled. When storage reaches 100% capacity, the NVR automatically overwrites the oldest recorded video files to accommodate new recordings seamlessly without interrupting surveillance or requiring manual file maintenance.

Physical Ports, Hardware Alarm In/Out & Power Specs

What physical ports, buttons, and indicators are located on the RLN36?

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Front Panel: Directional Control Panel (Up, down, left, right, select buttons), Power LED, HDD Activity LED, and 1x USB 2.0 port.
Rear Panel: Power On/Off rocker switch, DC 12V Power Input port, 1x HDMI port, 1x VGA port, 1x RCA Audio Input, 1x RCA Audio Output, 1x USB 2.0 port, 1x USB 3.0 port, 1x RJ-45 Gigabit LAN/WAN port, 4x RJ-45 Gigabit Camera LAN ports, and a green Alarm In/Out terminal block.

What are the Alarm In and Alarm Out terminal interfaces used for?

A: The RLN36 features an integrated hardware alarm interface terminal block with:

8 Alarm Input Channels: Allows you to connect external third-party physical sensors, such as wired PIR motion sensors, magnetic door/window contacts, smoke detectors, or beam break sensors.
4 Alarm Output Channels: Allows the NVR to trigger external hardware devices upon an event, such as activating high-powered external strobe lights, buzzers, physical sirens, or access control relays.

What are the power requirements and power consumption of the RLN36?

A: The RLN36 is powered by an included external DC 12V / 5.4A power adapter. The base power consumption of the NVR unit is under 10W (Excluding installed hard drives). Because the NVR does not supply PoE power to cameras, its overall power draw remains low and energy-efficient.

What are the physical dimensions, weight, and operating environment parameters?

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Dimensions: 330 mm (Width) x 48 mm (Height) x 310 mm (Depth)
Weight: Approximately 2.26 kg (Chassis unit without installed hard drives)
Operating Temperature: -10 degrees Celsius to +45 degrees Celsius (14 degrees Fahrenheit to 113 degrees Fahrenheit)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing

How do you back up or export video recordings locally?

A: Insert a FAT32 or NTFS formatted USB flash drive or external mobile hard drive into the rear high-speed USB 3.0 port or front/rear USB 2.0 ports. On the monitor interface, navigate to the Playback menu, select the camera channel, date, and time period, click Download/Backup, and export the selected video clips directly as MP4 files.

Camera Pairing, Network Topology & Compatibility

How do you connect cameras and set up the network topology with the RLN36?

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Connect your wired PoE IP cameras to an external standard PoE switch using Ethernet cables.
Connect an Ethernet cable from the uplink port of the PoE switch into one of the 4 dedicated IP Camera LAN ports (ports 1 to 4) on the back of the RLN36.
Connect the RLN36's separate LAN/WAN port to your home or office Internet router with an Ethernet cable.
Power on the NVR, navigate to Settings > Channel > Channel Management on the monitor, enable "Auto Add", and the NVR will automatically detect, assign, and display the camera feeds.

Which Reolink camera models are compatible with the RLN36?

A: The RLN36 is compatible with the entire Reolink ecosystem, including 4K/12MP/16MP PoE models (Such as RLC-843A, RLC-833A, RLC-823S2, RLC-840A, Duo series, and TrackMix series), Reolink WiFi cameras (Such as RLC-843WA, RLC-840WA, and E1 series), and Reolink Video Doorbells.

How do dual-lens cameras consume channels on the RLN36?

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Does the RLN36 support third-party ONVIF cameras?

A: Yes. The RLN36 supports standard ONVIF (Profile S/G/T) third-party IP cameras connected over the local network for standard video streaming and continuous/motion recording. However, proprietary features such as advanced AI detection categorization (Human/vehicle/animal filtering), two-way audio talk, siren triggers, and spotlight controls are only guaranteed on native Reolink cameras.

Why are the IP camera ports separate from the LAN/WAN port?

A: The RLN36 uses a dual-network topology to isolate heavy video traffic. The 4 dedicated camera LAN ports handle constant, high-bitrate video traffic from up to 36 high-resolution cameras on an internal subnet. This prevents surveillance video streams from congesting your primary office or home network, keeping everyday Internet browsing and WiFi performance smooth.

System Configuration, Remote Access & Management

How do you complete the initial setup wizard on a connected monitor?

A:

Power on the NVR and wait for the splash screen to boot.
Select your Language, Screen Resolution, Date Format, and Time Format, then click Next.
Configure Daylight Saving Time (DST) and time zone parameters, then click Next.
Enable or disable "Allow Reolink App/Client to access the device via WAN using UID", then click Next.
Create a secure administrator password, set up password security questions, and optionally enable a pattern unlock.
Name your NVR, format your installed SATA hard drives under the Storage menu, configure DHCP network settings, and click Finish.

How do you set up remote mobile access using the Reolink App?

A:

Name your NVR, format your installed SATA hard drives under the Storage menu, configure DHCP network settings, and click Finish.
Open the Reolink App on your smartphone, tap the "+" icon in the top right corner, and scan the QR code located on the NVR chassis label or tap Input UID/IP and type the 16-character UID.
Enter the administrator username (admin) and password created during initial setup wizard initialization.
Tap "Access" to view and manage all 36 connected camera channels remotely over cellular data or external WiFi.

Which client software, operating systems, and web browsers are supported?

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How many user accounts and simultaneous video streams does the RLN36 support?

A: The RLN36 supports up to 20 user accounts (1 administrator account and 19 standard user accounts) and up to 12 simultaneous remote video streams (2 mainstreams and 10 substreams).

What items are included in the standard retail package of the standalone RLN36?

A: The standalone retail package includes:

Reolink RLN36 (NVS36) 36-Channel NVR Console
NVR Power Adapter (DC 12V 5.4A)
1-Meter HDMI Cable
USB Optical Mouse
1-Meter RJ-45 Network Cable
Pack of Screws
Internal SATA HDD Connection Cables
Quick Start Guide
Operational Instructions

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A: The Reolink RLN36 is a high-capacity, commercial-grade Network Video Recorder designed for large-scale video surveillance. It supports centralized 24/7 continuous recording, live monitoring, smart playback, and device management for up to 36 IP camera channels simultaneously.

A: The rear panel features 5 independent Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive):

A: The RLN36 supports ultra-high-definition video stream input up to 16 Megapixels (7680x2160), 12MP (4096x3072 / 4512x2512), 4K 8MP (3840x2160), 5MP (2560x1920), 4MP (2560x1440), 3MP (2304x1296), 1080p Full HD, and 720p across both mainstream and substream profiles.

A: The system supports both advanced H.265 (HEVC) and standard H.264 video compression formats. This significantly reduces hard drive storage consumption and optimizes network bandwidth while preserving fine optical detail and color accuracy in 4K, 12MP, and 16MP footage.

A: The rear panel includes two local display outputs:

A: Yes. The RLN36 features built-in two-way audio hardware interfaces:

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A: No. The RLN36 does not include an external eSATA port. All storage expansion must be accommodated internally using the 3 onboard SATA interfaces (Up to 3x 16TB = 48TB total storage capacity).

A: Each of the 36 channels can be configured independently with three flexible recording modes:

A: By default, the RLN36 has automatic HDD Overwrite enabled. When storage reaches 100% capacity, the NVR automatically overwrites the oldest recorded video files to accommodate new recordings seamlessly without interrupting surveillance or requiring manual file maintenance.

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A: The RLN36 features an integrated hardware alarm interface terminal block with:

A: The RLN36 is powered by an included external DC 12V / 5.4A power adapter. The base power consumption of the NVR unit is under 10W (Excluding installed hard drives). Because the NVR does not supply PoE power to cameras, its overall power draw remains low and energy-efficient.

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A: The RLN36 is compatible with the entire Reolink ecosystem, including 4K/12MP/16MP PoE models (Such as RLC-843A, RLC-833A, RLC-823S2, RLC-840A, Duo series, and TrackMix series), Reolink WiFi cameras (Such as RLC-843WA, RLC-840WA, and E1 series), and Reolink Video Doorbells.

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A: The RLN36 supports up to 20 user accounts (1 administrator account and 19 standard user accounts) and up to 12 simultaneous remote video streams (2 mainstreams and 10 substreams).

A: The standalone retail package includes:

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