| Step | Action | Details | |------|--------|---------| | | Mount the unit | Choose a location with line‑of‑sight for cameras or a clear view of any attached sensors. Use the M3 screws and standoffs to attach the unit to a rack, wall, or DIN‑rail. | | 3.2 | Connect Ethernet | Plug a Cat‑5e/6 cable into the RJ45 port. If you are using PoE, connect the other end to a PoE‑enabled switch or injector. | | 3.3 | Power up | If not using PoE, connect the 12 V DC adapter. The front LED should turn amber (boot) then green (ready). | | 3.4 | Insert storage (optional) | Slide a micro‑SD card (formatted FAT32) into the slot. Use this for local video storage or firmware upgrades. | | 3.5 | Attach peripheral sensors (if applicable) | Connect any external sensors (temperature, motion, GPIO) to the designated pins (usually labeled on the PCB). |
