First Alert DVR0810, DVR0805 user manual Language, Date and Time, Setting Up Language/Date/Time

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Language, Date and Time

Setting Up Language/Date/Time

The SYSTEM Setup Menu contains the following sub-menus: Language, Date/Time, Password, Display, and Video/Audio.

Language

To change the system language: from the LANGUAGE drop down menu select the language amongst 26 different languages.

Click OK to apply. Click EXIT to close the menu. NOTE: The system will change the language after a restart. A pop up box will ask if you want to perform a restart immediately or not. The default is English.

Date/Time

It is highly recommended to immediately set the date and time when first setting up your system. To set the date and time:

1.Click DATE/TIME and configure the following options:

SYSTEM TIME: Click into each section for the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute, Second and AM/PM. Use the virtual keypad to make your changes.

DATE FORMAT: Select DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, or YYYY/MM/DD

DATE SEPARATOR: Select . or - or / to use as separators for the date.

TIME FORMAT: Use the drop-down menu and select 12HOURS or 24HOURS. If 12HOURS is selected, then set AM or PM.

DST: Place a check in the DST box if you want to set daylight savings time. Daylight savings time can be set by DATE or by Day of the Week. Selecting Day of the Week allows you to the specific on which

to start and end the DAY light savings time. You can also use check the calendar icon and select start and stop dates as desired.

2.Click OK to save your date and time selections. Click EXIT.

INITIAL SETUP

SYSTEM OPERATION

Basic Setup Menu

System Language Menu

System Time/Date Setup

Why Set a Date & Time?

It’s important to set the proper date and time before continuing so that you can easily locate recorded events. Inaccurate dates and times on files may affect their admissibility as evidence in court. In addition, when changing current time settings, to avoid possible confusion with the time stamps on recorded and currently recording files, stop all ongoing recording processes before altering the system time and restart recording using the new settings.

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Contents USER’S Manual Welcome IntroductionThank YOU Main Description KEY Product FeaturesProduct features Table of Contents Introduction Safety Precautions SafetyFCC Compliance Fire and electric shock hazard statementProduct Overview Package ContentsFront Panel DVR ControlsBack Panel Remote Control Remote ControlRemote Control Operation Directions for Installing/ Changing BatteriesMouse and Virtual Keypad Installing Cameras Camera and Power ConnectionsConnecting Devices Mounting Cameras and Running CablePower On/Off Initial SetupUser Login Quick Access MenuPassword Setup Main Menu AccessSetting Up Passwords & User Permissions Main MenuTo Modify the Group or User To Set PasswordModify Password Add User Add Group Account Modify Ntsc or PAL? Camera Display SetupSetting Up the Live View Video Screen Why Set a Date & Time? Setting Up Language/Date/TimeLanguage, Date and Time LanguageBasic Operation Record ModeRecording RecordingRegion Cover Cctv ResolutionMotion Detect Setup Playback Search ModePlayback Record SearchHDD Management Backup To backup recorded dataHard Drive and USB Options HDD menu displays the followingAdvanced Setup AlarmAlarm Alarm and Email OptionsAlarm Inputs Alarm ManagementAlarm Ouput Video Blind Screen Alarm Status Alarm Manage ScreenSystem Information System Info and System UpdateSystem PTZ Camera Setup Pan/Tilt/Zoom PTZ SetupPTZ Pan tilt zoom...PTZAdvanced Operations PTZ SetupNetwork Setup for Remote Access Remote AccessNetwork Setup To configure UPnP settings To configure Static IP settings in the DVRTo configure PPPoE settings UPnP Universal Plug and PlayWAN Settings Example Ddns Dynamic Domain Name ServiceFirst obtain your Router DNS To obtain your Primary or Secondary DNSHow to Determine the IP Address of the DVR Next configure Ddns settings in the DVRPort Forwarding Naming Tip Port ForwardingRemote Surveillance Remote Surveillance using Internet Explorer 8 orRemote Surveillance Setup Required Prior to Remote Access Using Remote SurveillanceConfiguring ActiveX Control in Internet Explorer Logging Into Your System RemotelyRemote Surveillance Main Screen Live Viewing Talk Function Recording Live Viewing TabRemote Viewing-Progress Bar Playback TabRemote Viewing-Playback Screen Remote Viewing-Error Message Remote Viewing-Search Calendar Remote BackupPlayer Software SearchRemote Setup Record Screen Setup TabRemote Setup Alarm Screen Remote Setup PTZ Screen Remote Setup Network ScreenRemote Setup Host Info Screen Remote Setup Setting Screen Remote Setup Maintenance ScreenMobile Setup Setup and ControlMobile Access Mobile PhoneMobile Setup HDD Installation To replace the hard drive in the DVR Hard Drive Removal and InstallationAppendix Hard DriveTechnical Specifications SpecificationsQuestion What is the meaning of? Answer FAQ SFAQ,s Question Why is my system time not correct? Answer Question Why is there no audio when playing back? AnswerQuestion Why doesn’t motion detection work? Answer Question Why do I have a USB device error? AnswerTroubleshooting TroubleshootingWarranty WarrantyBRK Brands, Inc Jarden Corporation Company Nysejah

DVR0810, DVR0805 specifications

The First Alert DVR0810 and DVR0805 are sophisticated digital video recorders designed for home security and surveillance. Both models provide a comprehensive solution for monitoring premises, providing peace of mind and enhanced security features.

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