User Guide

5
Port Name
Function
8
Power input port
Inputs DC 12V power.
9
Ground terminal.
10
Power cable fastener
Use a clamp to secure the power cable on the DVR to avoid
signal error.
3. Hardware Setup
Before setting up the DVR, you will need the following items.
The items are not included:
● A computer monitor or TV with either an HDMI or VGA input
● A power strip with room for 4 large power plugs
It is recommended to connect all components of the system as shown below before mounting
any of the cameras. This is to ensure all components are working before any physical installation
takes place. If any components are not functioning, please contact Amcrest Support at
support@amcrest or by giving us a call at 888-212-7538.
Setting up the cable connections
The following instructions will show you how to set up the cables for the DVR, cameras, as well
as a monitor or TV screen.
To set up the DVR’s cable connections, there are 6 major steps:
1. Connect a monitor or TV screen to your DVR. For purposes of this guide, we will use a VGA
connection. Take a VGA cable, and connect one end to the VGA port on your monitor/screen
and the other end to the VGA port on the back panel of your DVR.
2. Connect the included USB mouse to the front of the DVR.