Q-See QS408, QS206, QS434, QS464 User Manual 2

Quick Start Guide

QS Series Network DVRs

with H.264 Compression

QS434 - 4 Channel DVR
QS464 - 4 Channel DVR
QS408 - 8 Channel DVR
QS206 - 16 Channel DVR

IMPORTANT! This walkthrough will allow you to test your cameras and connections before you mount them.

Before You Get Started

A: 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 protector
We 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 less

3. A power screw driver/drill to mount your cameras.

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 this
guide covers several models in the QS series of DVRs, components in photos may not exactly match those on your particular mode.

Note:

This poster is intended to help you get your Q-See security system up and running. There are many additional features which can be
customized to your specific needs. More information and instructions are available in the User Manual included on the CD that came
with 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 the

Remote Monitoring Guide also included on the accompanying CD.

B: Unpack the box...

Check the contents against the items shown in this poster. If you
notice any damage or missing components, please contact Q-See

Customer Support at www.Q-See.com/Support

Be sure to register your product!

Visit www.Q-See.com, click SUPPORT

and then select the online registration form.

Complete the product registration form to receive

warranty/technical support benefits and to be notified of product updates

and free downloadable firmware updates to your DVR.

Connect the Devices

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STEP 1 Turning on the DVR

1. Connect the power cable to the DVR

2. Connect the power adapter to the power cable.

3a. Plug the power cable into a surge protector

b. The QS408 and QS464 have a power switch on the rear panel which must
be flipped to the “On” positon. All other models will power up when
plugged in.

STEP 2 Connect Mouse

Plug the mouse into the USB port on the rear of the
DVR.

NOTE: the USB port on the front of the DVR is used for
backing up video files.

STEP 3 Connect to a VGA Monitor or Television

OPTION A: Connecting a VGA PC Monitor

1. Plug the VGA cable into the port marked “VGA” on the back of the DVR.

. Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the similar port on the back of

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the monitor.

3. Plug the monitor’s power cable into the surge protector.

NOTE: If you do not see the cursor on your display, roll the mouse scroll wheel forward or backward until it appears.

Initial Set Up

STEP 4 Log In STEP 5 Set Date and Time

1. Right-click anywhere on the screen to
bring up the Shortcut Menu.

2. Click on Main Menu.

The Log In Screen will appear

3.

Click Apply to log in.

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IMPORTANT! You must follow these steps to enter the current date and time in order to effectively use the video search function described at the end of this guide.

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1. Click on Basic in the Main
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Click on Time in the Basic

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Menu.

The Admin account is the default account and does not have a
password. You may create a password and other user accounts
using the Password menu as described in the User Manual.

The Virtual Keyboard

To enter numbers or characters, click the appropriate field and a virtual
keyboard will appear. Click on a character to enter it into the field.

BLUE TAB Switches keyboard between numbers and upper or
lower case letters if appropriate.

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OPTION B: Connecting a Television

1. Connect the BNC-to-RCA cable to the “Video Out” port on the back of

the DVR.

2. Plug the other end into the RCA “Video In” port on the television.

3. Plug the television’s power cable into a surge protector.

3a. Enter the date, time and desired formats using the virtual

keyboard. Click individual numbers to change them.

3b. You may also choose to set the time zone along with enabling

Daylight Savings Time (DST) to allow your DVR to adjust the
time automatically.

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5. Click on Apply to save your settings.

6. Click on Exit.

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