HIKVISION DS-7204HVI-ST User Manual

DS-7200-ST Series DVR
Quick Operation Guide
Version 1.2.0

HIKVISION DS-7204HVI-ST Specifications

General

Brand	HIKVISION
Model	DS-7204HVI-ST
Category	DVR
Language	English

Summary

DVR Installation and Setup

Installation Guidelines

Hard Disk Installation Procedure

Detailed steps for installing a hard disk drive.

Hard Disk Installation Details

Connecting HDD Data and Power Cables

Steps for connecting HDD data and power cables.

Front Panel Overview

Compound and Control Buttons Functionality

Detailed explanation of numbered and directional buttons.

Peripheral Connections

Connecting to Alarm Input/Output Devices

How to connect external alarm devices to the DVR.

Peripheral Connections (Continued)

Alarm Connection Procedure

Steps for connecting alarm devices.

RS-485 Connection Procedure

Product Specifications

DS-7200HVI-ST Specifications

Key technical details for the base HVI-ST model.

DS-7200HVI-ST/SE Specifications

Key technical details for the HVI-ST/SE model.

DS-7200HFI-ST Specifications

Key technical details for the base HFI-ST model.

DS-7200HFI-ST/SE Specifications

Key technical details for the HFI-ST/SE model.

DS-7204HVI-ST/L Specifications

Key technical details for the HVI-ST/L model.

Menu Operation

Menu Structure Overview

Startup and Shutdown Procedures

Correct methods for starting and turning off the DVR.

Using the Setup Wizard

Initial DVR Configuration

Steps for setting up user permissions and HDD management.

Recording Schedule Setup

How to configure recording schedules.

System Configuration and Live View

Network Settings and Date/Time Configuration

Steps to configure network parameters and system date/time.

Advanced Operations and Playback

PTZ Camera Configuration and Control

Setting up and operating PTZ cameras.

Playback by Search Functionality

How to search and play back recorded video files.

Data Backup and Export

Exporting Recorded Files

Steps to export recorded files to external devices.