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SYSTEM MENU
The system settings should be configured before the unit is put into service. Some of the settings affect how video data is stored and backed up.
The settings can also affect how the unit is operated and administered from a remote client application.
•Date/Time: Establishes the time frame for configuring recording schedules and automated backup. Also provides the time stamp for
recorded video, e-mail notifications, and emergency notifications.
•Network Time Protocol (NTP): Allows you to use a public or private time server.
•User: Allows you to create user accounts for local and remote system operation and administration.
•Update: Updates the unit’s software over the network or from the USB port.
•Hard Disk: Allows you to configure how the system administers hard disk storage.
•Backup: Schedules automatic backups.

DATE AND TIME SETUP

The Date/Time option allows you to configure the following settings:
•Date: Sets the 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: Sets the date format for displayed and recorded video. Selections include MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY,
and YYYY/MM/DD.
•Time Format: Sets the time format for displayed a nd recorded video. Selections include 12- and 24-hour time format.
•Time Zone: Sets the time zone in which the DVR is located.
•Daylight Saving: Enables or disables dayli ght saving operation. Select ON if the DVR is located in a state or country that observes
daylight saving time. You must configure daylight saving time on both the DX4104 and the computer on which the remote client application
is running. For information about configuring the time zone on the remote client PC, refer to the DX4104 Client Operatio n/Configuration
manual.
•Daylight Saving Start: Sets the start date and time for daylight saving time (month, week of the month, day of week, time). The effective
time is 2:00 a.m.
•Daylight Saving End: Sets the end date and time fo r daylight saving time (month, week of the month, day of week, time). The effective
time is 2:00 a.m.
To set up the date and time:
1. From the Setup menu, click System.
2. Click Date/Time.
3. Click the remaining boxes to enter their settings.
4. Click Close.
5. Click OK.