Help! How do I set this DVR up?

So you just got your new hidden camera and DVR in the mail! Congrats!

What do I do with this thing now?

Well, first off...read the instructions if there are any! I'm so helpful, right?!

* Power

First thing you need to worry about is how to power your device. Many come with a cord you can plug into any standard electrical outlet. But many are portable or wireless and require batteries. Check to see what size batteries are needed and install.

* Wireless Receiver

Most often, your device will come with a receiver if it is wireless. This is something that needs power itself and will need to be plugged in. Then you will connect this device to your TV, VCR, DVR, or Computer Monitor for viewing and/or recording. Connection requires a RCA cable which usually comes with your hidden camera. This will fit into the usually tri-colored plug-ins on any TV, VCR or DVR and some Monitors.
Note: Make sure the antenna is in place on your receiver and check the frequency to be sure there isn't any interference!

* Wired Hidden Cameras

These units are fool proof. They will usually come with an RCA cable to attach directly from your hidden camera to your TV, VCR, DVR or monitor. The other cord will be your power cord, which is usually your only power source. These units obviously will have a little more restrictions on where you can place them since they will need to be within reach of an electrical outlet.

* Remote Access DVR

This is where the fun part comes in! Some DVR's may be different but the ones I sell at www.premiumnannycameras.com are set up as follows:
Your DVR will come with software to be installed on your computer. This will allow you to set up a user name and password for logging in remotely (from somewhere besides your home) to see your cameras. Your DVR must be programmed with your computer's unique IP (internet protocol) address (basically your computer's thumb print) in order to send this streaming video from your hidden camera to anywhere else.

* Required elements for your streaming video to work

Internet Explorer
Windows 2000, XP and Vista
If you are accessing video via cell phone, you must have Java 2.0
and an internet plan with your wireless carrier.
This means you have to have the latest cell phones what will support internet access.
Some of these phones are the iPhone, Symbian OS, and the Windows Based Smart Phone.

This technology is nothing short of amazing since it allows you to zoom in and pan while viewing your video!

I hope this was a little helpful in your attempt to set up hidden cameras with a DVR.