Digital Watchdog VMAX A1 Plus DW-VA1P4 Quick Start Manual

4-Channel 8-Channel
DW-VA1P4 DW-VA1P8
DW-VA1P41T DW-VA1P81T
DW-VA1P42T DW-VA1P82T
DW-VA1P43T DW-VA1P83T
DW-VA1P44T DW-VA1P84T
DW-VA1P46T DW-VA1P86T
DW-VA1P48T DW-VA1P88T
DW-VA1P410T DW-VA1P810T
DW-VA1P412T DW-VA1P812T
DW-VA1P416T DW-VA1P816T
Default Login Information Username: admin
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
DC 12V adapter and
power cable
Quick start guide
1 set (*4-channel models do
and download card
not come with power
cable)
IR remote control
1 Rubber mounts – 4pcs
(optional)
USB mouse 1
NOTE: Download all your support materials and tools in one place.
1. Go to: http://www.digital-watchdog.com/support-download/
2. Search for your product by entering the part number in the "Search by Product" search bar.
Results for applicable part numbers will populate automatically based on the part number you enter.
3. Click "Search". All supported materials, including manuals, Quick Start Guides (QSG), software
and firmware will appear in the results.
Attention: This document is intended to serve as a quick reference for initial setup. It is
recommended that the user read the entire instruction manual for complete and proper installation
and usage.
Tel: +1 (866) 446-3595 / (813) 888-9555
Technical Support Hours: 9:00AM – 8:00PM EST, Monday through Friday
Quick Start Guide
STEP 1 – CONNECTING THE DVR
1. Mount and install all necessary cameras and external devices. Refer to their individual
manuals for additional information.
16-Channel
DW-VA1P16
2. The DVR supports the following analog signals:
DW-VA1P162T
• HD-Analog
DW-VA1P163T
DW-VA1P164T
• HD-TVI
DW-VA1P166T
• Analog signal up to 960H
DW-VA1P168T
DW-VA1P1610T
The DVR supports cameras up to 5MP in resolution. Please refer to the product's data
DW-VA1P1612T
sheet and full manual for recording specifications per product.
DW-VA1P1616T
DW-VA1P1620T
3. The DVR supports automatic signal detection. This means you do not have to perform
DW-VA1P1632T
any additional steps to assign signals to each BNC input. The DVR will detect the proper
signal automatically.
4. Place the DVR in its final position. See installation tips below.
5. Connect all necessary cables to the DVR.
6. Once all additional devices have been properly connected
to the DVR, connect the DVR to an appropriate power supply.
The DVR will boot up automatically.
Password: no password
Model
DW-VA1P4xT
DW-VA1P8xT
1 set
DW-VA1P16xT
1 set
SAFETY TIPS
1. Make sure the cameras and the monitors are properly connected to the DVR.
2. The DVR should be placed in a dust and moisture free environment. It must never
be directly exposed to sunlight. A room temperature is highly recommended to reduce
the chance of overheating, (room temperature is considered as 68~78°F), which may
cause the DVR to become unstable.
3. During the boot up process, the DVR should not be interrupted by pressing any
buttons on the mouse. Do not unplug the power adapter or turn the DVR off during the
boot up process.
4. A UPS (uninterrupted power supply) is highly recommended to prevent damage to the
DVR during a power outage.
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NOTE: HD Monitor output and VGA output cannot be used at the same time for dual monitoring.
ANALOG/TVI/AHD CAMERA
Power consumption
DC12V, 1.5A
DC12V, 3.3A
DC12V, 5A
STEP 2 – POWERING UP THE DVR
1. When the DVR boots up, it will be in
protective mode. This means you will not
be able to access the DVR's setup menu
until you login.
2. To unlock the DVR, right-click anywhere
on the screen. The login screen will
appear. (Default Username / Password:
admin / no password)
3. When the DVR boots up for the first time,
you will be guided through the Startup
Wizard.
SPOT
ALARM
MONITOR
IN/OUT
SPOT
AUDIO IN
USB MOUSE
HD MONITOR
HD
NETWORK CABLE
AUDIO OUT
VGA MONITOR
VGA
To prevent the DVR from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum
recommended ambient temperature of 104°F (40°C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow
at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings.
Quick Start Guide
POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
ADAPTOR
PTZ CAMERA