Digital Video Recorder User Manual 
 
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Chapter 2 Getting Started 
2.1  Starting Up and Shutting Down the DVR 
Purpose 
Proper startup and shutdown procedures are crucial to expanding the life of the DVR. 
Before you start 
Check that the voltage of the extra power supply is the same with the DVR’s requirement, and the 
ground connection is working properly. 
Starting up the DVR 
Step 1 Check the power supply is plugged into an electrical outlet. It is HIGHLY recommended that 
an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) be used in conjunction with the device. 
Step 2 Turn on the power switch on the rear panel, and the Power indicator LED should turn on 
indicating that the unit begins to start up. 
Step 3 After startup, the Power indicator LED remains on. 
Shutting down the DVR 
There are two proper ways to shut down the DVR. To shut down the DVR: 
  OPTION 1: Standard shutdown 
Step 1 Enter the Shutdown menu. 
Menu > Shutdown 
 
Figure 2-1 Shutdown Menu 
Step 2 Select the Shutdown button. 
Step 3 Click the Yes button. 
Step 4 Turn off the power switch on the rear panel when the note appears.