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3BChapter 4: Configuring the camera
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6. Select a display mode for the camera from the OSD Status list box. Display
modes include:
Transparent & unflickering. The image appears through the text.
Transparent & flickering. The image appears through the text. The text
flashes on and off.
Non-transparent & unflickering. The image is behind the text. This is
default.
Non-transparent & flickering. The image is behind the text. The text
flashes on and off.
7. Click Save to save changes.
Defining the system time
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is a protocol for synchronizing the clocks of
network devices, such as IP cameras and computers. Connecting network
devices to a dedicated NTP time server ensures that they are all synchronized.
To define the system time and date:
1. In the Channel Parametersfolder click the Time & Date subfolder to open
its window.
2. Check one of the options for setting the time and date:
Synchronize with an NTP server: Check the enable box and enter the
server NTP address.
- Or -
Set manually: Enter the current date and time values.
3. Select your time zone.
4. Click Save to save changes.