Installation Guide
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DVR SETUP
PLEASE READ FIRST!
You must connect your DVR to a monitor/TV to complete the setup. We recommend verifying all accessories and 
completing DVR setup before installation. For your best viewing experience, we recommend using a 4K TV or monitor 
to view your footage.
1.  Connect the Monitor/TV, USB Mouse, Cameras, Modem/Router, and power to the DVR based on the color and 
image labels:
A
 Cameras: Connect the BNC (YELLOW) connector to the camera and DVR. Connect the power (RED) 
connector to the camera and power adapters.
B 
 USB Mouse: Connect the USB mouse (GREEN) to the DVR. 
C
 Monitor/TV: Connect the HDMI (AQUA) cable to the DVR and monitor/TV (not included).
D
 Audio In/Out: Optional - Audio cables not included.
E
 Modem/Router: Connect the Ethernet cable (PURPLE) TO THE RJ45 port on the DVR and your modem/router. 
(NOTE: Wired Ethernet connection required, DVR cannot connect to the modem/router via Wi-Fi.)
F
 DVR Power: Connect the DVR power cable to a power outlet.
G
 Power Switch: Turn the DVR power switch ON. Turn on the monitor/TV.
4K Monitor/TV
A
B
E
F
G
D
C
2.  Follow the Activation and Wizard screens on the monitor/TV to setup the DVR. NOTE: YOU WILL NEED A USB FLASH 
DRIVE TO COMPLETE ACTIVATION (Not included)
A
 Power LED: (White) the DVR is ON
B
 Data LED: (Red) data is being imported/exported
C
 Network Connection LED:  (White)  DVR  is  connected 
 to a network
D
 IR Remote Sensor: Remote not included
E
 USB Port: (USB Flash drive not included)
A
B
C
D
E










