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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Datatoys XM-DVR Pro! The XM-DVR
Pro the highest quality MPEG2 recorder available, with an advanced encoding
algorithm and one of the highest bit rates. The XM-DVR Pro is used world wide in
film, aviation, military, motorsports and many other applications.
This manual will guide you through the set-up, use, and care, of your XM-DVR
Pro and its’ many accessories.
XM-DVR Pro kits come with everything you need to get started, less a compact
flash memory card. Due to the large data-rate of the XM-DVR Pro, we recommend
using
EXCLUSIVELY
the RiData 300X compact flash cards. It is strongly
recommended that you purchase these cards directly from Datatoys or an authorized
RiData dealer.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Define
•
WARNING
Procedures, techniques, etc, which could result in personal
injury or death if not carefully followed
•
CAUTION
Procedures, techniques, etc, which could result in damage to
equipment if not carefully followed.
•
NOTE
Procedures, techniques, etc, which shall receive special
emphasis.
•
WARNING
All components must be positively mounted to withstand high g-load,
shock, and vibration. In the event of high g-load, improperly mounted
components may become detached causing serious injury or death. All
components must be checked for safe and secure mounting before each use.
•
WARNING
Before connecting the XM-DVR Pro to a power source, all batteries
and power supplies must be disconnected. All engines and alternators must be
turned off and you must ensure there is no live power running through the circuit
to which you are connecting.
•
WARNING
All wires, cables, and connections must be adequate and rated to
supply at least 32VDC at 10AMPS. Using underrated or improper cabling and
connections could result in a fire.
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System Overview
Packing List
The XM-DVR Pro is available in four variants:
DT-XMDVR-DIY
(DIY)
DT-XMDVR-BASE
(Base)
DT-XMDVR-PLUS
(Single Cam)
DT-XMDVR-PLUS2
(Dual Cam)
DT-XMDVR-DIY
1 – DT-XMDVR-PRO
XM-DVR Pro Recorder
1 – DT-XMDVR-USB2
USB 2.0 Cable
1 – DT-XMDVR-DOCS
Software and Documentation
DT-XMDVR-BASE
1 – DT-XMDVR-DIY
XM-DVR Pro DIY Kit
1 – DT-XMDVR-2CH
Two Channel DVI Harness
1 – DT-XMDVR-DCDC
DC to DC Power Supply
1 – DT-CABLE-7
RCA AV-OUT Cable
1 – DT-XMDVR-RMOTE
IR Remote Control
DT-XMDVR-PLUS
1 – DT-XMDVR-BASE
XM-DVR Pro Base Kit
1 – DT-CAM-E580
Sony 580 Line Bullet Camera
1 – DT-MNT-SPRCMP
SuperClamp Mount
1 – DT-MNT-UNI
Universal Mount
1 – DT-MNT-CLICK
Click Mount Adapter
1 – DT-CABLE-2M
2 Meter Extension Cable
DT-XMDVR-PLUS2
1 – DT-XMDVR-PLUS
XM-DVR Pro Plus Kit
1 – DT-CAM-E580
Sony 580 Line Bullet Camera
1 – DT-MNT-SPRCMP
SuperClamp Mount
1 – DT-MNT-UNI
Universal Mount
1 – DT-MNT-CLICK
Click Mount Adapter
1 – DT-CABLE-2M
2 Meter Extension Cable