: Reinsert the battery, close the case, and power on the unit. The system clock should revert to a factory default date (e.g., 2000/01/01).
It is usually a tiny black button marked J1 , RST , or similar. Perform the Reset:
Rename the file to update.bin or the specific file name requested by your manual.
Click the or ? icon on the main DVR login screen.
Regaining access to your "Traice" DVR is rarely impossible, but it often requires moving from simple to complex solutions. Start with the basics (default passwords), move to physical resets, then explore the powerful third-party software tools like DeviceManager and the time-based master password generators. If your device is a rebranded Hikvision or Dahua, use their official tools.
: Look closely at the green printed circuit board (PCB). Search for two small silver solder pads placed close together, typically labeled TP1 , TP2 , J1 , or RESET .
| Method | Best For | Steps | Risk | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | New/Unchanged Units | Try admin/blank, 12345. | Low | | Physical Reset | Local Access | Hold reset button for 15-30 secs while powering on. | Low | | Super Password | OEM Support | Send Model/UID to support. | Very Low | | Telnet (CLI) | Network/Technical | Login via root/xc3511. Delete config files. | Low | | Factory Default | Bricked/Last Resort | Menu > Maintain > Factory Reset. | Low |