IMPORTANT: The system will automatically match the resolution of the connected monitor the first time you use the recorder. The HDMI port supports up to 4K resolution, and VGA supports up to 1080p. STEP 4: Connect monitor*Ĭonnect the recorder to a monitor using the included HDMI cable or a VGA cable (not included). All other system features can be used without an Internet connection.

NOTE: To receive automatic firmware updates and enable remote viewing with mobile apps, a high speed Internet connection is required (minimum upload speed of 3.5 Mbps required for remote viewing). STEP 3: Connect router*Ĭonnect the recorder to your router using the included Ethernet cable. STEP 2: Connect mouseĬonnect the included mouse to a USB port on the recorder. Before selecting a permanent mounting location for your cameras, see Ensuring Accurate Person and Vehicle Detection below for important camera installation notes.For full instructions on installing your cameras, please refer to your camera’s documentation at. This guide covers connecting cameras to your security recorder only.You cannot connect multiple extension cables to each other. The extension cable must be a single stretch of cable between the recorder and camera.Test your cameras prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily connecting the cameras and cables to your DVR. Your recorder’s back panel may appear different, with all the same ports in different locations. NOTE: For full instructions on using the extra ports, please refer to your security recorder’s instruction manual at īack panels shown below are for illustration only. Overview of extra ports: Audio In/Out, Connect microphone / speaker, RS485, Connect Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras See the steps below (expanded instructions to the right) to complete initial setup of the recorder:įor camera compatibility information, visit /compatibility.

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