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FORMAT
Use this feature to format devices ready for use with the 508-HD. Use the remote control to
highlight the required option and then press Enter to open the Options drop down window.
Please note that Format will erase all data from the device being formatted. This erased
data cannot be retrieved.
Device:
Options: HDD; USB; Mirror SD
HDD is the internal Hard Disk Drive.
USB: Any USB device connected to the front of the 508-HD
Mirror SD: Reserved for future development.
Function:
Options: Fast Format; Slow Format
UPGRADE
Important: When updating firmware on a GSI 508-HD system ONLY use the approved and up to date firmware. Once the
firmware has been successfully updated, the system will automatically restart. It is essential for this restart to take place.
Once a firmware update and configuration has been loaded into the DVR, the configuration must be checked for
correctness. If discrepancies are found the necessary changes must be manually made to the configuration.
1.
Log In to The Gate section of
www.gatekeeper-systems.com
and download the correct firmware for the GSI 508-HD
system. Please refer to the appropriate firmware “Release Notes” for specific file information.
2.
Save this file to a USB Storage Device. The file must be saved to a folder named dvrupgrade. DO NOT place the firmware
anywhere else or the upgrade will fail. The file will be in a .sw format and should not be renamed or changed in any way.
3.
Double check that the file name of the downloaded firmware has not been changed by the internet browser. If additional
characters such as brackets or numbers have been added, manually remove these from the file name.
4.
Go to the recorder on the vehicle. Connect a portable monitor (or ICD Assembly) to the GSI 508-HD system. Turn the bus
ignition on. This should power the unit on automatically.
5.
Using the remote control or ICD, enter the user name and password. Refer to technical documentation for username and
password information.
6.
Insert the USB Storage Device into the front of the GSI 508-HD unit.
7.
Using the arrow buttons, go to the System Settings > Config > Export Config > Are You Sure You Want to Export Local
Config (select yes). If this is successful, a window will appear that states “Export Success”. The config will now be saved to
the USB Storage Device.
8.
Using the arrow buttons, go to “System Settings > Upgrade”.
9.
Arrow down to “Upgrade” and select ENTER. If you see the message “No External Storage”, reseat the USB Storage
Device and try again. During the upgrade the LED’s on the front of the unit will flash all at once for approximately 3
seconds and then go out. This pattern of flashes will repeat until the update is completed. The upgrade may take several
minutes.
10.
Once the upgrade has been completed, press EXIT on the remote until you see the unit restarting. At this point, the 508-
HD will restart automatically.
11.
Once the system has restarted, go to System Settings > Config > Import. Confirm the import and wait for the message
stating “Import successful”. Exit the system menus and the unit will need to restart once again.
12.
Once the unit is restarted, check to ensure that all video channels are still functioning. To check the firmware version, use
the arrow buttons and go to System Settings > Upgrade and check the “Current Version”.
USER SECURITY
Sets the security level for various users. The Password Must be Eight characters/digits.
Please Note: If the Administrator password is Forgotten/Lost retrieval requires a call to Gatekeeper Systems
technical support for reset.
Password Enable
Options: ON / OFF
User Level
Options: Administrator/Power User/User
Determines
Password
Enter the required new Eight character password.
