
Chapter 3
Getting started
Powering on the recorder
Before starting the recorder, connect at least one monitor. Otherwise, you will not be
able to see the user interface and operate the device.
The recorder auto-detects the video mode (PAL or NTSC) on startup.
It comes equipped with a universal power supply that will auto-sense 110/240 V,
60/50 Hz.
Note:
It is recommended that an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is used in
conjunction with the device.
To turn on the recorder:
Turn on the recorder using the power switch on the back panel. Once it is powered up,
the status LEDs on the front panel will light up.
To turn off the recorder:
1. In live view mode, right-click the mouse and click
Menu
. The main menu window
appears.
2. From the menu toolbar, click
Shutdown
.
3. In the Shutdown popup menu, select
Shutdown
. Click
Yes
to confirm shutdown.
You will be requested to enter the Admin password.
To reboot the recorder:
1. In live view mode, right-click the mouse and click
Menu
. The main menu window
appears.
2. Select the
Shutdown
icon.
3. In the Shutdown popup menu, select
Reboot
. Click
Yes
to confirm shutdown.
You will be requested to enter the Admin password.
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