5.NETWORK

5.NETWORK

5.1Network Configuration

5.1.1Cable Connections

Please follow the instructions below to connect your DVR to a computer or a network and to choose a proper RJ-45 cable configuration for connections.

A. Connect to a PC

Physical Spec. of RJ-45 Cable for Ethernet

Wire Type

Cat. 5

Connector Type

RJ-45

Max. Cable Length

30 m

Hub Wiring Configuration

Straight Through

PC Wiring Configuration

Cross Over

Use a crossover LAN cable to connect directly to a PC.

IN

 

 

 

 

 

hi-z

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

75

SD Card

 

 

 

RS-485

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

ETHERNET

RS-232

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

MONITOR

AUDIO

ALARM

I/O

DC12V

RJ-45

CROSSOVER CABLE

B. Connect to a LAN Hub (Intranet)

The RJ-45 PIN configuration for connecting with a LAN Hub is shown below.

IN

 

 

 

 

 

hi-z

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

75

SD Card

 

 

 

RS-485

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

ETHERNET

RS-232

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

MONITOR

AUDIO

ALARM

I/O

DC12V

RJ-45

C. Connect to WAN (Internet)

The RJ-45 PIN configuration for connecting to a WAN is the same as that for connecting to a LAN.

IN

 

 

 

 

 

hi-z

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

75

SD Card

 

 

 

RS-485

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

ETHERNET

RS-232

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

MONITOR

AUDIO

ALARM

I/O

DC12V

 

 

 

RJ-45

 

 

 

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Approach Tech DVR-3024M, DVR-3024MD manual Network Configuration, Cable Connections

DVR-3024M, DVR-3024MD specifications

The Approach Tech DVR-3024M and DVR-3024MD are advanced digital video recorders designed for professional security surveillance systems. These models embody cutting-edge technology, delivering superior performance and reliability for both residential and commercial applications.

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