Before You Get StartedA: Gather Your Components.You will need:1. A 19” or larger VGA PC monitor and VGA cable OR a television of any size.2. A surge protectorWe STRONGLY recommend that you use one that has the following specifications:• UL-1449 Rated• Clamping voltage of 330 or lower• Joule rating of at least 400• Response time of 10 nanoseconds or less3. A power screw driver/drill to mount your cameras.B: Unpack the box...Check the contents against the “What’s in the Box” list that waspacked at the top of your product. If you notice any damage ormissing components, please contact Q-See Customer SupportSpecialists at 877-998-3440.IMPORTANT! This walkthrough will allow you to test your cameras and connections before you mount them.Note: Be sure to register your product!Visit www.Q-See.com, click SUPPORTand then select the online registration form.Complete the product registration form to receivewarranty/technical support benefits and to be notified of product updatesand free downloadable firmware updates to your DVR.This guide is intended to help you get your Q-See security system up and running. There are many additional features which can becustomized to your specific needs. More information and instructions are available in the User Manual incuded on the CD that camewith your system or available for download from our website at www.Q-See.com.For information on how to configure your system for remote monitoring on the Internet or on your smartphone, please refer to theRemote Monitoring Guide also included on the accompanying CD.Your DVR can be controlled using the included USB mouse, remote control or the function keys on the front of the unit. For the purposes of this guide, we will be giving instructions using the mouse. Because thisguide covers several models in the QT series of DVRs, components in photos may not exactly match those on your particular mode.Quick Start GuideQT4 Series Network DVRswith H.264 CompressionQT454 - 4 Channel DVRQT428 - 8 Channel DVRQT426 - 16 Channel DVRQT446 - 16 Channel DVRMeijer.com