Basic Setup

Step 4: Connect the Monitor

•Connect a HDMI cable (included with 8/16-channel models only) from the HDMI port to the TV or monitor (recommended) OR;

•Connect a VGA cable (not included) from the VGA port to the monitor.

NOTE:IfyouhaveamonitorwithaDVIinput,youmustuseanHDMItoDVIadapter(notincluded). You cannot use an DVI to VGA adapter.

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HDMI

 

 

 

VGA

 

 

Step 5: Connect the Power Adapter and Power on the DVR

•ConnecttheincludedpoweradaptertotheDC 12V port.Connecttheendofthepoweradapter to a wall socket or a surge protector.

•Turn the power switch to I to turn on the DVR. At startup, the system performs a basic system check and runs an initial loading sequence. After a few moments, the system loads a live display view.

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DC 12V port

ON

 

Step 6: Verify Camera Image

•Poweronthecameras,andthenverifythecameravideoqualitybeforemountingthecameras to a permanent location.

•Mountthecamerasunderashelteredlocation.Alwaysverifytheoutdoorratingofyourcamera before installing it in a permanent location.

Step 7: Set the Time

•Set the system time and date for accurate video time stamps. Videos with inaccurate times may not be valid as surveillance evidence.

•For details on setting the system time, see “Setting the Date and Time” on page 20.

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