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Swann 960H User Manual

Swann 960H
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EN
960H
Digital Video Recorder
8/9-channel models

Table of Contents

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Swann 960H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Compression FormatH.264
Network ConnectivityEthernet
Power Supply12V DC
Video OutputHDMI, VGA
Recording Resolution960H (960x480)
Remote AccessYes
Storage CapacityUp to 2TB

Summary

Introduction

Getting Started

Congratulates the user, introduces the DVR, and explains what to expect in the manual.

Installation Guidelines

Provides essential guidelines for safely installing the DVR, avoiding moisture, dust, and ensuring ventilation.

DVR Front Panel

Identifies and describes the function of each button and indicator on the DVR's front panel.

DVR Rear Panel

Identifies and describes the function of each port on the DVR's rear panel for connections.

Connection Diagram

Illustrates how to connect cameras, power supply, and display/network devices to the DVR.

Connecting Additional Devices

Details how to connect external devices like speakers, microphones, PTZ cameras, and external hard drives.

Basic Setup

Controlling the DVR

Explains how to operate the DVR using the USB mouse and remote control, including shutdown procedures.

Setup Wizard: General

Guides through the initial setup wizard for language, video format, time zone, and admin password.

Setup Wizard: Email

Explains how to configure email alerts for events, recommending Gmail for setup.

Setup Wizard: System Time

Details NTP setup for automatic time synchronization and DST configuration for daylight saving time.

Setup Wizard: Account Configuration

Guides on changing the default admin password for enhanced security and enabling password protection.

Setting up your Smartphone or Tablet

Explains how to download and configure the SwannView Link app for remote monitoring on mobile devices.

Setting up your PC

Details the installation of SwannView Link software for PC remote access and configuration.

Logging on to SwannView Link

Guides on how to log in to SwannView Link software using the DVR's UID, username, and password.

Live View Mode

Describes the default display mode showing camera feeds and status icons.

Menu Layout

Provides a visual overview of the DVR's menu structure and navigation options.

Menu Functions

Overview

Introduces the chapter on DVR menu functions and recommends prior setup steps.

Display: Camera

Explains how to adjust camera-specific display settings like name, record date, and image properties.

Display: Output

Details how to configure DVR output settings like resolution, display position, and mouse sensitivity.

Recording: Encode

Explains how to configure encoding parameters like resolution, frame rate, and bitrate for recording.

Recording: Option

Covers recording options such as overwrite, pre-record, post-record, and pack duration.

Recording: Schedule

Guides on setting up recording schedules for each channel based on different recording modes.

Search: Playback

Explains how to search and play back recorded footage by channel, type, and time.

The Playback Interface

Details the controls and features of the playback interface, similar to a media player.

Specific Incident Backup

Describes how to mark and back up specific video incidents using the Cut and Copy functions.

Search: Backup

Guides on connecting USB drives and selecting footage for backup.

Search: Event / Log Search

Explains how to search for events triggered by motion or view the DVR's log of system events.

Network: General

Covers general network settings like DHCP, static IP, and DNS configuration.

Network: Advanced

Introduces advanced network settings including DDNS, NTP, email, and IP filter.

Network: Advanced: DDNS

Explains how to configure Dynamic DNS for remote access and how to deal with dynamic IP addresses.

Network: Advanced: NTP

Details Network Time Protocol setup for automatic time synchronization with time zones.

Network: Advanced: Email Settings

Guides on setting up email alerts for events, including server details and interval settings.

Network: Advanced: IP Filter

Describes the IP filter feature for controlling IP address access to the DVR.

Alarm: Motion

Explains how motion detection works and how to enable/configure it per channel.

Alarm: Motion Detection Configuration

Details how to set the motion detection area, sensitivity, and time periods for optimal detection.

Alarm: Motion Detection Notes

Provides tips for minimizing false triggers, positioning cameras, and adjusting settings.

Alarm: Motion Detection - Action

Configures actions to take upon motion detection, like audio warnings, email alerts, or triggering other cameras.

Alarm: Video Loss

Explains how to configure alerts and actions for video signal loss from a camera.

Alarm: Exception

Details how the DVR reacts to exceptions like HDD full, HDD error, network disconnection, or IP conflict.

Device: HDD

Shows information about the DVR's hard drive, including capacity and free space.

Device: S.M.A.R.T.

Displays Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology data for the hard drive's health.

Device: PTZ

Explains how to configure settings for PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) cameras connected to the DVR.

PTZ Control Window

Details the controls for operating PTZ cameras within the DVR interface.

System: General

Covers general system settings like language, video standard, time zone, and password protection.

System: User

Explains how to define user accounts, levels of access, and permissions for the DVR.

System: System Information

Displays DVR model, firmware version, and other technical details for support.

System: Maintenance

Covers DVR maintenance tasks like auto reboot, firmware upgrades, and configuration backup/restore.

Reference

SwannView Link Windows Interface

Provides an overview of the SwannView Link software interface for PC remote access.

SwannView Link: Local Settings

Details how to configure local storage paths and AVI transcoding for SwannView Link.

SwannView Link: Device Settings - Display & Recording

Configures display, recording parameters like encoding, options, and schedule via SwannView Link.

SwannView Link: Device Settings - Network

Configures general and advanced network settings via SwannView Link.

SwannView Link: Device Settings - Alarm

Configures alarm settings like motion detection and video loss via SwannView Link.

SwannView Link: Device Settings - Device & System

Configures device and system settings like HDD and maintenance via SwannView Link.

SwannView Link Mobile Interface

Introduces the SwannView Link mobile app interface and basic controls.

Troubleshooting

Addresses common issues like image flickering, login problems, missing menus, and motion detection false triggers.

Third Party Hardware

Discusses compatibility and configuration with third-party hardware like routers.

Warranty Information

Provides warranty terms and conditions for the product in different regions.

Helpdesk / Technical Support Details

Lists contact information for technical support via phone and email.

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