Pre-Installation; Hard Disk Installation - HIKVISION DS-6701HFI Quick Operation Manual

Quick Operation Guide of DS-6700 Series Network Audio/Video Encoder
Installation

Pre-Installation

The DS-6700 Series Audio/Video Encoder is a highly advanced surveillance equipment that should
be installed with care. Please take into consideration the following precautionary steps before
installation of the Encoder.
1. Keep all liquids away from the Encoder.
2. Install the Encoder in a well-ventilated and dust-free area.
3. Ensure environmental conditions meet factory specifications.
4. Install a manufacturer recommended HDD (for DS-6700HWI / HFI-SATA).
Installation
During the installation of the Encoder:
1. Use brackets for rack mounting.
2. Ensure there is ample room for audio and video cables.
3. When installing cables, ensure that the bend radius of the cables are no less than five times than
its diameter.
4. Connect both the alarm and RS-485 cable.
5. Allow at least 2cm (≈0.75in) of space between racks mounted devices.
6. Ensure the Encoder is grounded.
7. Environmental temperature should be within the range of -10 º C ~ 55 º C, 14º F ~ 131º F.
8. Environmental humidity should be within the range of 10% ~ 90%.

Hard Disk Installation

This section is applicable to DS-6700HWI/HFI-SATA models only which can be installed with
HDD for recording.
Prior to Installation
The device is factory installed with no hard disk. Refer to the following instructions to install the
hard disk according to the total capacity calculated in terms of the Schedule Recording Settings. The
installation and removal of the hard disk should be operated by qualified professionals.
Before installing a hard disk drive (HDD) for DS-6700HWI / HFI-SATA, please make sure the
power is disconnected from the device. A factory recommended HDD should be used for this
installation.
Tools Required: Screwdriver.
Steps:
1. Use the screwdriver to unfasten the screws on both sides and rear panel of the device, and then
remove the cover from the chassis.
2. Place the HDD into the slot of the chassis and then secure it in position by fastening the screws
at the bottom of the chassis.
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