Q-See QT528, QT526 User Manual 2
Quick Start Guide
QT5 “Prosumer” Series Network DVRs
with D1 Broadcast Quality Recording
and H.264 Compression
QT528 - 8 Channel DVR
QT526 - 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 and bubble level to mount your cameras and power distribution
panel - if included.
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 QT 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 incuded 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 “What’s in the Box” list that was
packed at the top of your product. If you notice any damage or
missing components, please contact Q-See Customer Support
Specialists at 877-998-3440.
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.
Video Loss
Connect the Devices
STEP 1 Turning on the DVR
1. Connect the power cable to the DVR
2. Connect the power adapter to the power cable.
3. Plug the power cable into a surge protector
4. Turn on the DVR using the power switch on the rear panel.
You will hear a beep as the DVR powers up.
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STEP 2 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.
2. Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the similar port on the back of
the monitor.
3. Plug the monitor’s power cable into the surge protector.
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 RCA end into the “Video In” port on the television.
3. Plug the television’s power cable into a surge protector.
4
. Press and hold the ESCAPE button on the front of the DVR for 10
seconds or until you hear a beep to indicate that the video mode has
STEP 3 Connect Mouse
Plug the mouse into the port labled “USB” on the rear
of the DVR.
NOTE: the USB port on the front of the DVR is used for
backing up video files.
been changed.
Initial Set Up
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.
STEP 4 Open Control Bar STEP 5 Log In STEP 6 Set Date and Time
1. Right-click the mouse anywhere on the screen to bring up the
Control Bar at the bottom of the screen.
2. Click on the Menu icon.
1. You will be asked to log in before proceeding.
A. To enter numbers or
characters, click the
appropriate field and
a virtual keyboard will
appear. Symbols can be
accessed through the
use of the SHIFT key.
User Name: admin
Password: 123456
After logging in, the Main Menu will open.
1. Click on the Setup icon to open the Setup Menu.
2. Click on the Basic icon.
B. Input the required text
and hit the ENTER key.
Refer to the User’s Guide if you wish to change this password at a
later time.
3. Select the Date & Time
tab. Click in the appropriate field and use
the virtual keyboard to
enter the date, time, and
formats you wish to use.
To save your settings, click
on APPLY and the EXIT.
BASICBASIC
SystemSystem DSTDSTDate & TimeDate & Time
Date Format
Date Format
Time Format
Time Format
Time Zone
Time Zone
Sync Time with NTP Server
Sync Time with NTP Server
NTP Server
NTP Server
System Date
System Date
System Time
System Time
MM-DD-YY
MM-DD-YY
24 Hour
24 Hour
GMT
GMT
time.windows.com
time.windows.com
Update NowUpdate Now
03/04/2011
03/04/2011
12 : 43 : 13
12 : 43 : 13
Save NowSave Now
DefaultDefault
MAY
25
ApplyApply ExitExit
NOTE: If you wish to change your language at this time, you can do
so in the System tab. You will have to re-log in afterwards.
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