User Manual of Digital Video RecorderThank you for purchasing our product. If there is any question or request, please do not hesitate to contactdealer. This manual is applicable to the models listed in the following table.Series Model TypeDT-PDT-EDT-EDT-E16-ch4-ch8-ch16-chHD-TVIHD-TVIHD-TVIHD-TVIDVR Pre-InstallationThe HD-TVI DVR is highly advanced surveillance equipment that should be installed carefully. Please takeinto consideration the following precautionary steps before installation of the DVR.• Keep all liquids away from the DVR.• Install the DVR in a well-ventilated and dust-free area.• Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.• Install a manufacturer recommended HDD.DVR InstallationDuring the installation of the DVR:2 Use brackets for rack mounting.3 Ensure there is ample room for audio and video cables.4 When installing cables, ensure that the bend radius of the cables are no less than five times than its diameter.5 Connect both the alarm and RS-485 cable.6 Allow at least 2cm ( 0.75-inch) of space between racks mounted devices.7 Ensure the DVR is grounded.8 Environmental temperature should be within the range of -10 ºC ~ 55 ºC, 14ºF ~ 131ºF.9 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 theDVR. A factory recommended HDD should be used for this installation.Up to 2 SATA hard disks can be installed on your DVR.Tools Required: Screwdriver.8