Pelco DX4500, DX4600 manual Setting the System Time

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SETTING THE SYSTEM TIME

The System menu contains the Date/Time configuration option.

Date: Sets the DX4500/DX4600 date and establishes the DVR’s internal calendar for all recorded video.

Time: Sets the system time and establishes the time for all recorded video.

Date Format: Selects the date format for the displayed date and establishes the format that is saved with the video as it is recorded. Choices are MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, and YYYY/MM/DD.

Time Format: Sets the display time format and establishes the format that is saved with the video as it is recorded. Choices are 12- and 24-hour time format.

Time Zone: Selects the time zone in which the DX4500/DX4600 is located. Time zones are determined based on the number of hours they are offset from the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Daylight Saving: Ensures that the recorded video displays the correct time, reflecting the annual change to daylight saving time (DST). Select this setting if the DX4500/DX4600 is located in a state or country that observes daylight saving time.

You must configure daylight saving time on both the DX4500/DX4600 and the computer on which the remote client application is running. Configure the time zone on the remote client system, using the System menu in the Setup window. For information about configuring the time zone on the remote client PC, refer to the client operation manual. For information about the time zone for your area, refer to Appendix on page 38.

1.In the Setup window, on the front panel or remote control, press the up/down arrow buttons to select System. Using the mouse, click System. The System page opens, listing the available options.

Figure 19. System Page

2.On the front panel or remote control, press ENTER. Using the mouse, click the Date/Time option. The Date/Time settings are displayed; by default the date format is MM/DD/YYYY.

Figure 20. Date/Time Settings

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Contents DX4500/DX4600 Series Digital Video Recorder Page Contents List of Tables List of IllustrationsVideo Quality Caution Regulatory NoticesDescription Feature DX4508 DX4516 DX4608 DX4616 FeaturesModels and Features Maximum IPS Recording Rates Model NumbersModels Channels Disk Drive Storage In GB ModelBefore You Begin Package ContentsParts List Important Information Worksheet Front Panel System Status IndicatorsChannel and Camera Control Buttons Button 1 Only selects cameraSelection Control Same function as the Login icon on the toolbarPlayback Controls Shuttle Dial outer ringOn the GUI toolbar Zoom Zooms a camera in and out Monitor SelectionEthernet Adapter Port 100 Mbps port Back PanelVGA Monitor Output 15-pin output Channel Selection Remote ControlPTZ Controls Selection ControlsSystem Buttons System Overview Connecting Devices to the DX4500/DX4600Rack Mounting Equipment Placement and Rack MountingDesktop Mounting Basic Connections Hardware SetupConnect a VGA monitor not supplied Cable Type Maximum DistanceShield Connecting PTZ CamerasDescription Terminal Alarm Input Connecting AlarmsDX4500 DX4600 Connecting Relay OutputsRelay Output Terminal No operation † GroundClick a menu command Overview of DX4500/DX4600 Setup WindowCommands Properties DisplaysPowering on and Logging on to the DVR Operation and Initial System ConfigurationUsing the mouse, click each password character Keyboard to enter the passwordLogging OFF Turning OFF the DVRDisplaying Video on the Analog Monitor Selecting the MonitorSetup Window Camera Setting the System LanguageOSD Settings To select a language, do the following System Setting the System TimeC2673M-D 8/10 DST Time Shift Configuring Daylight SavingTo save the changes Do one of the following Network Page Options Network ConfigurationC2673M-D 8/10 Save the changes Do one of the following Configuring DdnsMemory 512 MB Client Software InstallationClick Finish to complete the installation process Specifications Appendix Time Zone Conversion ChartTime Zone Standard Time Summer TimeProduct Warranty and Return Information
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