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CAUTION
Do not apply power to the DVR at this time.
Step 3. Connect devices to the DVR
Your DVR security system is highly configurable to meet your application requirements. The diagram below illustrates how the DVR can be
interconnected to various devices. Refer to the
Specifications
section for more information about the capacity of your DVR.
Analog
Cameras
Network Cameras
Power
adapter
PTZ
Camera
Internet cloud
Monitor
Router
RS485
network
Ethernet
Ethernet
Mouse
or Flash
Media
Router
Speakers
VGA or
HDMI
Microphones
Cameras
Install your security cameras. Always follow the installation instructions provided with the camera.
1.
Install the analog cameras that will connect to the
VIDEO INPUT
connectors on the back of the DVR.
2.
Route video / power extension cable(s) between the cameras and the DVR. Note that power connectors on some extension cables
are different: the power connector at the camera is a male style connector, and the power connector at the source (usually DVR) is a
female style connector.
3.
Connect the extension cable(s) to the camera and the DVR.
Install a monitor, mouse, microphones, network, power etc
For the following steps, refer to the back panel photo above for the location of connectors.
1.
Install and setup your monitor in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. Do not power it on at this time.
The example shown here is for an R16 DVR. To install an HDD:
1.
Lay the DVR on a clean, flat table, and then remove the five cover screws shown in the picture below on the left.
2.
Slide the cover back, then lift it off the DVR chassis.
3.
Unpackage your HDD(s).
4.
Connect a SATA cable and one of the HDD power cables to the HDD as shown in the picture below on the left.
5.
Position the HDD in the chassis, aligning the holes in the bottom of the chassis with the with the mounting screw holes on the
underside of the HDD.
6.
Holding the HDD in place, turn over the DVR with the HDD, and then use four (4) screws to attach the HDD to the chassis.
7.
Lay the DVR on the table, top up. Check the to make sure the SATA and power cables are fully seated both on the HDD and the chassis
PC board.
8.
Install a second HDD if needed and the chassis has space for it.
9.
Reinstall the cover on the DVR.
Install the DVR
1.
Place the DVR in a location that is secure, well ventilated and clean. The DVR should be positioned such that the back panel connectors
are accessible and the ventilation holes on the top and sides are not blocked.
2.
Connect the ground terminal (if available) on the back of the DVR to an earth ground. Refer to local electrical codes for proper
grounding.
