Setup guide

Explorer MX-HD Install and Setup Guide
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Hardware Installation Final Checklist
 Harnesses (camera, recorder, and accessories)
Check that the cables and the harnesses are properly secured.
Check that sharp metal edges are not touching the cables or harnesses.
Check that the connections are solid (no shorts).
 Cameras
Check for tight mount.
Check the internal harness connections.
Check that the lid is properly seated on the gasket and lens boot and secured tightly.
Check camera(s) field of view.
 DVR
Check for tight mounting of hardware.
Confirm that the cable grommet is properly installed.
Check that all connections are tight.
 System
Install the fuses.
Plug the portable video monitor into the DVR.
Power up the DVR from the vehicle ignition.
Configure the DVR to required specifications locally using the trackball mouse and monitor, or remotely by accessing
vMax Web over the internet using a PC.
See Typical DVR Configuration Settings
, on page 15.
Confirm the LAN, HDD, and PWR status indicators on the DVR front panel work properly.
Confirm that all the cameras and audio sources are operating properly.
Test audio/video record and test audio/video playback.
Reformat the hard drives by navigating to Main Menu > Configuration > System > Program Update > Format.
A warning message appears, “Formatting the Hard Drive will erase all data. Do you wish to continue?” Click Yes .
Once formatting of the hard drive is completed, a confirmation message appears, “Hard drive format completed. Click
OK.” Exit the configuration setting menu and system setup is complete.
Fasten and lock the front cover. Secure the cable cover on the DVR using the screws provided.