Start this Unit, Operation, Recording | Maxtor 777 W V1.0 manual

Basic Operation

START THIS UNIT

Before using the DMR, please have the HDDs installed ready. (refer to Appendix #1 for installation or removal of HDDs).

1.Connect the AC Power Cord with Power Adapter and plug into an electrical outlet. The Red LED indicator light will be ON and the DMR is in Standby mode.

2.Press the Power button. The POWER LED will turn from red to orange, and other red LED indicators will turn ON. It takes approximately 5 to 15 seconds to boot the system with the message : “ HDD Detecting ”. On connecting, the POWER LED will change to green color, and the Alarm LED will be ON.

3.Before operating the DMR, please set up the system time first. (for setting system time, please refer to page.12).

NOTE : When “HDD not found” message shows up, please refer to appendix # 1. It may result from the improper installation of the HDD.

OPERATION

RECORDING

The DMR offers a variety of recording modes, such as continuous recording, scheduled time, or by events. You can set up recording speed and resolution. You can set these options by selecting MENU / RECORD before recording, please refer to page.13. Under the recording status, if power is off accidentally, recorded video will still be stored in the HDDs. DMR will return to original recording situation after power is on again.

On the screen, you will find the date, time, HDD recording type, the amount of available GB left in the HDDs memory and the letter “M” represents the method of recording that is occurring.


(OW : HDD Overwrite)	2002 – JAN –01 01:02:03
NOTE : 1. When the HDDs are full under O/W Recording mode, previous recorded	M● 032GB	080GB
files may be overwritten without further warning notices.

2.XXGB on the left side means the left space in the Master HDD and that at the right side means the left space in the Slave HDD.

3.If the HDD’s capacity is only 5 GB left, it will buzz for 3 seconds; so as in 4GB, 3GB, 2GB and 1GB. If the O/W Recording mode(NOTE 1) is on, it won’t have the warning buzzer.

There are 4 recording modes in which Recording can occur : Alarm, Timer, Manual and Motion Trigger.

1. ALARM RECORDING

DMR is triggered by an alarm input. Indicated by the letter “A” and will show diagram on the triggered channel.

2. TIMER RECORDING

Recording is scheduled by a Timer. Indicated by the letter “T”.

3. MANUAL RECORDING

Recording is initiated by manually pressing the REC button. Indicated by the letter “M”.

4. MOTION TRIGGER RECORDING

Recording is triggered by motion detection. Indicated by the letter “D”. And show diagram on the triggered channel.

777 W V1.0 specifications

The Maxtor 777 W V1.0 is a classic example of a hard disk drive that revolutionized data storage and retrieval during its era. Launched in the late 90s, the Maxtor 777 W series was designed to meet the demands of increasing data storage needs, making it a reliable choice for consumers and businesses alike.

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The Maxtor 777 W V1.0 utilized IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface technology, which facilitated straightforward connections to computers without the need for additional components. This feature significantly eased the installation process for end-users and provided compatibility with a wide range of systems. Additionally, its 7200 RPM spindle speed enhanced data access time, allowing for quicker read and write operations, which was crucial for performance in demanding applications.

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In conclusion, the Maxtor 777 W V1.0 stands as a testament to the evolution of hard drive technology. With its substantial storage capacity, reliable performance, and user-friendly installation, it paved the way for future advancements in data storage solutions. This drive remains a nostalgic reminder of the rapid technological advancements in the computing world that have shaped the way we store and access data today.