Clover HDV043 Instruction Manual page 2

Preface
This manual contains user instructions on how to operate the Digital Video Recording devices (DVR
Unit), Remote Controller, Client Application, Mobile Application and Central Monitoring Software
Application. This manual also contains cautions and notifications regarding safe operating parameters
to protect the equipment and equipment operator. Please read this manual and comply with its
suggested guidelines for proper operation of this equipment. For any other concerns or questions,
please inform your vendor for further information.
About This Guide
This guide is comprised of a Table of Contents where you will find Chapters divided logically
discussing particular topics. It is further divided by sections that discuss more detailed information
pertaining to certain features of the Chapter topics. This manual also includes an Index section
where popular subjects or key concepts are referenced by page numbers. What this manual does
not cover are topics about upgrades and repairing the physical unit. These should be done through
your vendors authorized repair center or by detailed direction from your vendor. Upgrades and
repairs consists of adding and removing Hard Disk Drive, adding and removing a media drive,
upgrade or downgrade the Firmware, replace any electronic components inside the physical units.
These actions should be under the guidance of a qualified technician because improper actions may
cause permanent damage to the unit. Some drives also have compatibility constraints and they are
constantly being updated as new products emerge from drive manufacturers.
IMPORTANT Information About HIGH DEFINITION SERIAL DIGITAL INTERFACE
Digital Video Recorders. PLEASE READ!!!!
High Definition Serial Digital Interface (HD-SDI) Digital Video Recorders are capable of providing Full
HD (1920x1080 Pixel Resolution) video through a new signaling method.
Cameras
HD-SDI cameras must be used with this DVR to provide Full HD video. Connecting a lower resolution
camera (ex. 600 TV Lines) to this HD-SDI DVR may result in poor and or distorted video/image quality.
Accessories (Video Baluns, Video Distribution Amp, Couplers, Connectors, Lenses, Cables etc...)
If you will be installing this unit, make sure that all accessories used are rated for HD-SDI DVR's and
cameras. Failure to use HD-SDI qualified accessories and cables may result in unstable system
performance.
For more information about HD-SDI technology, please visit our website at http://www.cloverusa.com
You can also visit the HDCCTV Alliance ™ website at http://www.highdefcctv.org for more information.
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