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1. Pre-Installation
1.1 Understanding your DVR: Rear Panel
1. Connect the cameras to the DVR: Using the 18m video/power cables, connect BNC plugs to the DVR.
2. Connect camera power: Using the 12VDC 3A camera power supply and 4-way power splitter cable.
3. Connect a display: Using an HDMI or VGA cable, connect a monitor or television (not included in kit).
4. Connect the mouse: Connect the USB mouse to the rear USB port, saving the front port for easy USB backup.
5. Connect to your local network: Using the included Ethernet patch cable, connect to your switch or router.
6. Connect DVR power: Using the supplied 12VDC 2A digital video recorder power supply.
Upon activating power, LED lights at the front of the DVR should turn on and the DVR will sound on startup. The
DVR will then run your surveillance user interface. Cameras and LAN / Internet will be detected automatically. This
completes a successful rst boot of your surveillance system and you may begin conguring surveillance cameras.
NOTE: Your DVR model may differ - the 8 channel kit DVR (JVSKIT-A822) is referenced below
Video Inputs: BNC
inputs for camera
video feed
HDMI: HDMI
video output
LAN: Network
(Ethernet) Port
Alarm: External
alarm trigger
input/output
USB: Connect
mouse or
backup device
12VDC 2A:
Power input
Audio: Single channel
RCA input/output for
microphone/loudspeaker
VGA: Video
output for
monitors
1.3 Connecting your DVR and Cameras
The following section will detail connecting the DVR (digital video recorder) and surveillance cameras. It is recommended
that cameras and connections are tested before mounting. If there is no image, an error message or dark screen when
rst connecting cameras, see the Troubleshooting in Section 6 in this guide.
Before connecting your DVR or cameras, please ensure the following safe installation guidelines are adhered to.
• Do not place cords from the DVR where they can be pinched or stepped on.
• Do not place heavy objects on cords, or cover cords with rugs or carpet.
• Do not expose the DVR to excessive heat or moisture.
• Leave at least 50mm of space between the DVR and other objects to allow ample air circulation.
• Never immerse any component in water and do not spray cleaners or solvents on the cameras.
• Shut down and unplug the recorder before cleaning. When cleaning, use a damp, lint-free cloth only.
• Service of your DVR or surveillance cameras should only be handled by qualied technicians.
1.2 Pre-Installation Safety Information