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Attention: This document is intended to serve as a quick reference for initial set-up. It is 

recommended that the user read the entire instruction manual for complete and proper installation 

and usage.

DW-VA1P4xT

DW-VA1P8xT

DW-VA1P16xT

DW-VA1P42T

DW-VA1P82T

DW-VA1P162T

DW-VA1P43T

DW-VA1P83T

DW-VA1P163T

DW-VA1P44T

DW-VA1P84T

DW-VA1P164T

DW-VA1P46T

DW-VA1P86T

DW-VA1P166T

DW-VA1P46T

DW-VA1P88T

DW-VA1P168T

DW-VA1P410T

DW-VA1P810T

DW-VA1P1610T

DW-VA1P1612T
DW-VA1P1616T

DW-VA1P1620T

Quick Start Guide

1.

  Mount and install all necessary cameras and external devices. Refer to their individual 

manuals for additional information. 

2.

  The DVR supports the following analog signals: 

 

• HD-Analog

 

• HD-TVI

 

• Analog signal up to 960H

 

The DVR supports cameras up to 5MP in resolution. Please refer to the product’s data 
sheet and full manual for recording specifications per product.  

3.

  The DVR supports automatic signal detection. This means you do not have to perform 

any additional steps to assign signals to each BNC input. The DVR will detect the proper 

signal automatically.   

4.

  Place the DVR in its final position. See installation tips below. 

5.

  Connect all necessary cables to the DVR.

6.

  Once all additional devices have been properly connected 

 

to the DVR, connect the DVR to an appropriate power supply. 

 

The DVR will boot up automatically. 

1.

  When the DVR boots up, it will be in 

protective mode. This means you will not 
be able to access the DVR’s setup menu 
until you login. 

2.

  To unlock the DVR, right-click anywhere 

on the screen. The login screen will 
appear. (Default Username / Password: 
admin / no password)

3.

  When the DVR boots up for the first time, 

you will be guided through the Startup 
Wizard.

1.

  Make sure the cameras and the monitors are properly connected to the DVR. 

2.

  The DVR should be placed in a dust and moisture free environment. It must never  

be directly exposed to sunlight. A server room temperature under 104°F (40°C) is 

highly recommended to reduce the chance of overheating, which may cause the DVR 

to become unstable. 

3.

  During the boot up process, the DVR should not be interrupted by pressing any 

buttons on the mouse. Do not unplug the power adapter or turn the DVR off during the 

boot up process. 

4.

  A UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) is highly recommended to prevent damage to 

the DVR during a power outage.

STEP 1 – CONNECTING THE DVR

STEP 2 – POWERING UP THE DVR

SAFETY TIPS

NOTE:

  HD Monitor output and VGA output cannot be used at the same time for dual monitoring.  

To prevent the DVR from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum 

recommended ambient temperature of 104°F (40°C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow

at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings.

Model

Power consumption

DW-VA1P4xT

DC12V, 1.5A

DW-VA1P8xT

DC12V, 3.3A

DW-VA1P16xT

DC12V, 5A

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

QSG Manual 

1 Set

DC 12V power adapter

1 Set

IR Remote Con-

trol (Optional)

1 Set

Rubber Mounts – 4pcs

1 Set

USB Mouse

1 Set

VGA

HD

ADAPTOR

POWER ON/OFF SWITCH

ANALOG/TVI/AHD CAMERA

SPOT

 MONITOR

AUDIO IN

SPOT

ALARM
IN/OUT

VGA MONITOR

PTZ CAMERA

NETWORK CABLE

AUDIO OUT

HD MONITOR

USB MOUSE

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