Appendix a: connect utp camera – ARM Electronics DVRHD User Manual
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Appendix A: Connect UTP Camera
UTP, short for Unshielded Twisted Pair, is a popular type of cables that is one of the most
common medium in telecommunication industry. Installing the UTP module allows the DVR
to supply power to and transmit images from any four distinctive UTP cameras through the
UTP cables (CAT5). This leads to an economical and fast installation of surveillance. Some
benefits are described as below:
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Cost Down on Wiring – The cost of wiring decreases for more than 60%
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Save Time & Space – Easy to install and it takes less space than coaxial cable.
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Cost Down on Camera Power Adapter – There is no need to buy adapter for each
UTP Color Box Camera because the power is directly supplied from the DVR unit.
The Versatile H.264 DVR provides the option to connect UTP cameras. Follow the steps
below to complete the UTP camera installation.
Step 1:
Connect the DVR and the UTP Camera via the UTP cable (CAT5).
NOTE: The DVR should be powered OFF before the installation of the UTP
Camera.
Step 2:
On the back panel of the DVR, switch the video source to ON (UTP). For instance, if a UTP
Camera will be installed to channel 1, switch the video source 1 to ON. The correct setting
is shown as below.
Video Source Selection