Before installing the DVR5100, make sure the distance from the unit to each analog camera is less than the maximum distance for the coaxial cable (refer to Table C). Refer to the DVR5100 Network Design Guide (C3640M) for details on networking requirements for connecting IP cameras to the DVR5100.
| Table C. Video Cable Distances | |
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Cable Type* |
| Maximum Distance |
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RG59/U |
| 750 ft (229 m) |
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RG6/U |
| 1,000 ft (305 m) |
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RG11/U |
| 1,500 ft (457 m) |
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*Cable requirements:
CONNECTING A DVR5100 IN A NETWORK CONFIGURATION
The DVR5100 supports remote viewing and administration over a wide area network (WAN) through the remote client. In addition, the DVR5100 can be integrated with an Endura network for centralized management through the Endura system. To avoid possible network conflicts, consult your network administrator and the DVR5100 Network Design Guide (C3640M) before installing the DVR5100.
For TCP/IP access, connect the DVR5100 to a 10/100/1000 Mbps, switched Ethernet network. Use standard Cat5e or better unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable with
To configure the DVR5100 hardware for network access:
1.Connect one end of the UTP cable to the network port on the back panel of the DVR5100 (refer to Figure 13).
2.Connect the other end of the UTP cable to an available port on a standard Fast Ethernet switch.
CAT5e UTP
ROUTER
FAST ETHERNET SWITCH
LAN/WAN
INTERNET
Figure 13. LAN/WAN Cable Connection
CONNECTING IP CAMERAS
Before you can configure and record IP cameras on the DVR5100, you must network the DVR5100 and IP cameras as follows:
1.Associate the IP camera with the DVR that you intend to use for recording. For Pelco IP cameras, access the Web pages for the IP cameras.
2.Add the DVR5100 IP address in the “IP address” field for each camera.
3.Enter the DVR5100 IP address in the NTP time field if you want the DVR5100 to also serve as the IP camera’s time server. If not, type the time server IP address.
Once associated, the IP camera can be programmed and configured just like any other input on the DVR5100. Refer to Cameras Setup on page 43 for information on how to configure cameras supported by the DVR5100.
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