SV12
User Manual & Install Guide
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Whilst the SV12 is a dependable and robust piece of equipment, it is still a complex electronic device
and as such, will require maintenance occasionally. To ensure optimal performance, Gatekeeper Systems
strongly recommends that a proper Preventive Maintenance Schedule be set up and adhered to.
Besides that, it is recommended that the following seven basic maintenance steps be performed at least
twice a year:
No.
Maintenance Item
Check
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✓
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1
Check that there are no loose mounting screws and that the SV12 is still
securely mounted.
2
Wipe down the SV12 and cameras using a clean microfiber cloth.
3
Check cables on the back of the SV12 to ensure they have not vibrated loose.
Make sure that the cables do not show signs of wear, cracks, etc. If so, contact
your Gatekeeper Systems sales representative to arrange for replacements.
4
Check that the cameras are still positioned properly by playing back the
recorded video.
5
Check the system clock to ensure the proper date and time is shown. Be sure
to check that daylight savings time is set properly and the system time is not
out by an hour.
6
Verify that the settings for the SV12 and the cameras are still set properly.
7
The DVR should provide the time / date when recording and OSD. These
settings should be turned off so it should be the same as the rest of the
cameras on the DVR.
