Deleting an NTP Server

To delete an NTP time server:

1.On the DX8100 toolbar, click the Setup button . The Setup dialog opens to the Camera page.

2.In the Setup dialog box, click Network button . The Network page is displayed.

3.Click the NTP tab. The NTP page is displayed.

4.In the NTP Server drop-down box, select an NTP server.

5.Click Add/Edit/Delete. The NTP Server List dialog box opens.

6.In the Server List, select a server.

7.Click Delete. The selected server entry is deleted.

8.Do one of the following:

To accept the deletion and close the dialog box, click OK.

To reject the deletion and close the dialog box, click Cancel.

9.Make the desired change.

10.Click Apply.

Comparing the DX8100 and NTP Server Time

The DX8100’s “check the difference” feature allows you to quickly compare its time with an external time source. To compared the DX8100’s time with an external time source:

1.On the DX8100 toolbar, click Setup. The Setup dialog opens to the Camera page.

2.In the Setup dialog box, click Network. The Network page is displayed.

3.Click the NTP tab. The NTP page is displayed.

4.In the NTP Server drop-down box, select an NTP server.

5.Click “Check the Difference.” The difference between the DX8100 server and NTP Server time is displayed in the Difference time area.

Manually Synchronizing the DX8100 Time

You can manually synchronize the DX8100 to an external time source. You do not have to enable the NTP service, but you do need access to an NTP time server.

To manually synchronize the DX8100 to an external time server:

1.On the DX8100 toolbar, click Setup. The Setup dialog opens to the Camera page.

2.In the Setup dialog box, click Network. The Network page is displayed.

3.Click the NTP tab. The NTP page is displayed.

4.In the NTP Server drop-down box, select an NTP server. For information about adding an NTP time server, refer to Adding an NTP Time Server on page 173.

5.Click Synchronize Clock Immediately. The DX8100 time is synchronized to the NTP time server.

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dx8100 specifications

The Pelco DX8100 is a robust digital video recorder (DVR) designed for surveillance and security applications, providing a comprehensive solution for video monitoring and recording. Renowned for its advanced features, the DX8100 appeals to both small and large organizations seeking reliable security solutions.

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