Quick Start Guide
QT4 Series Network DVRs
with H.264 Compression
QT454 - 4 Channel DVR
QT428 - 8 Channel DVR
QT426 - 16 Channel DVR
QT446 - 16 Channel DVR
IMPORTANT! This walkthrough will allow you to test your cameras and connections before you mount them.
Before You Get Started
A: Gather Your Components.
B: Unpack the box...
You will need:
Check the contents against the “What’s in the Box” list that was
packed at the top of your product. If you notice any damage or
missing components, please contact Q-See Customer Support
Specialists at 877-998-3440.
1. A 19” or larger VGA PC monitor and VGA cable OR a television of any size.
2. A surge protector
We STRONGLY recommend that you use one that has the following specifications:
• UL-1449 Rated
• Clamping voltage of 330 or lower
• Joule rating of at least 400
• Response time of 10 nanoseconds or less
3. A power screw driver/drill to mount your cameras.
Your DVR can be controlled using the included USB mouse, remote control or the function keys on the front of the unit. For the purposes of this guide, we will be giving instructions using the mouse. Because this
guide covers several models in the QT series of DVRs, components in photos may not exactly match those on your particular mode.
Note:
Be sure to register your product!
This guide is intended to help you get your Q-See security system up and running. There are many additional features which can be
and then select the online registration form.
customized to your specific needs. More information and instructions are available in the User Manual incuded on the CD that came
Complete the product registration form to receive
warranty/technical support benefits and to be notified of product updates
For information on how to configure your system for remote monitoring on the Internet or on your smartphone, please refer to the
Remote Monitoring Guide also included on the accompanying CD.
and free downloadable firmware updates to your DVR.
Control Bar Click on any icon to use that feature.
Menu: Opens the Main Menu.
Screen Display Mode: Choose the number of screens you wish to view
simultaneously. Channels without attached cameras will display “Video Loss.”
Clicking on the upward pointing arrows to the right of each icon will allow you
to select which channels to view in that mode.
The basic functions of the Control Bar are listed to the right. Each function is covered in more detail within the manual.
Dwell: Enable/disable the automatic cycling between channels.
Move
Control Bar
Color: Adjust brightness, hue, saturation and contrast for any channel.
Screen Display
Mode
Dwell
Zoom
PTZ
Record
Zoom: Available in single screen display mode, this digitally enlarges a section of
the display. Click and drag to move within the video image.
Color
Volume
Snapshot
Playback
Menu
Volume: Adjust volume. This is only applicable if you have attached a
microphone or audio-capable camera to the DVR.
PTZ: Controls optional Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras.
Snapshot: Captures a still image from all channels.
Record: Begin manual recording on all channels.
To hide the control bar, right-click again.
Playback: Switches to Playback mode and brings up the Playback Control Bar.
Move Control Bar: Reposition the Control Bar anywhere on the screen.
Camera Set Up
STEP 7 Connecting the Cameras
3. Plug one of the power leads on the power splitter into the power lead on the power and video cable.
4. Repeat for each camera included with this package to ensure proper connection and function.
5. Connect the single end of the power splitter to the power adapter.
1. Connect the BNC and power leads on the camera to the matching connectors on the power and
video cable.
NOTE: The male power end fits into the matching power lead on the camera.
2. Connect the BNC connector on the other end of the cable to any of the Video In ports on the back of
the DVR.
6. Plug the power adapter into a surge protector. You should now see a live video feed from each of
your cameras.
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You may now mount your
cameras.
REPEAT
Operation
3. This DVR is default configured to record on motion
detection.
4. Double click on the event you wish to review and it will begin replaying. The Playback
Control Bar will appear below the video, allowing you to control the playback. It
operates like a standard video player.
STEP 8 Playback and Search
1. Return to the Main Menu as described in
Step 6, above.
To view these recordings:
a. Select the EVENT SEARCH tab.
Play/ Frame
Rewind
Screen Display
Mode
Zoom Color
Volume
Exit
2. Click on the Search icon.
Pause Advance
Hide
Tool Bar
b. Select the date you
wish to search.
a
c
Image
c. Click the Search
button.
b
Stop
Fast
Forward
Previous
Record
Playback
Progress Bar
Next
Record
You will be presented
with a list of recorded
events.
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