Quick Start Guide of Digital Video Recorder4Thank you for purchasing our product. If there is any question or request, please do not hesitate to contact dealer.This manual is applicable to the models listed in the following table.Series Model TypeTVI-D1xxx TVI-D1104TVI-D1108TVI-D1216Network DVRTVI-D2xxx TVI-D2104TVI-D2208Network DVRTVI-D14xx TVI-D1404TVI-D1408TVI-D1416Network DVRTVI-D24xx TVI-D2404TVI-D2408TVI-D2416Network DVRDVR Pre-InstallationThe HD-TVI series DVR is highly advanced surveillance equipment that should be installed carefully. Please takeinto consideration the following precautionary steps before installation of the DVR.1. Keep all liquids away from the DVR.2. Install the DVR in a well-ventilated and dust-free area.3. Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.4. Install a manufacturer recommended HDD.DVR InstallationDuring the installation of the DVR:1. Use brackets for rack mounting.2. Ensure there is ample room for audio and video cables.3. When installing cables, ensure that the bend radius of the cables are no less than five times than its diameter.4. Connect both the alarm and RS-485 cable.5. Allow at least 2cm (≈0.75-inch) of space between racks mounted devices.6. Ensure the DVR is grounded.7. Environmental temperature should be within the range of -10 ºC ~ 55 ºC, 14ºF ~ 131ºF.8. Environmental humidity should be within the range of 10% ~ 90%.Hard Disk InstallationBefore you start:Before installing a hard disk drive (HDD), please make sure the power is disconnected from the DVR. A factoryrecommended HDD should be used for this installation.Up to 8 SATA hard disks can be installed on your DVR.Tools Required: Screwdriver.As the installation steps of HDD are similar among different models, here we take the steps of the TVI-D1xxxand TVI-D24xx as the examples.HDD Installation (A)Steps:1. Remove the cover from the DVR by unfastening the screws on the back and side.