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Swann HD Pro-Series User Manual

Swann HD Pro-Series
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PRO-SERIES HD
Digital Video Recorder
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Swann HD Pro-Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Video OutputHDMI, VGA
CompressionH.264
ConnectivityEthernet
Remote AccessYes
Operating SystemEmbedded Linux
Remote ViewingYes
Motion DetectionYes
Recording Resolution1080p
USB Ports2
Power Supply12V DC

Summary

Important Information

Default Password Information

Default username 'admin' and password '12345', recommendation to change.

Live View Overview

Live View Functionality

Default display mode showing all connected cameras, status, and operation.

DVR Menu System

Central Control Hub

Central control point for DVR functions, playback, export, and firmware upgrades.

Navigating the Menu

Menu Layout Structure

Menu items categorized on the left, clicking reveals tabs/sub-categories.

Camera Configuration

Camera Settings Options

Options for resolution, bitrate, image settings, motion detection, video loss, and privacy masks.

Display: Camera Settings

Camera Selection

Select which camera to configure settings for.

Image Settings Adjustments

Access tools to adjust image brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue.

Privacy Mask Setup

Enable privacy masks and define specific areas to obscure from view.

Creating Privacy Masks

Purpose of Privacy Masks

Define areas to mask for privacy or to minimize false motion triggers.

Recording: Encode Settings

Camera Number for Encoding

Select the camera for which to configure encoding parameters.

Encoding Parameters Configuration

Configure main or sub stream parameters like resolution and bitrate.

Video Resolution Settings

Set the video resolution for the main stream (e.g., 720P or 960H).

Alarm: Motion Detection

Camera for Motion Detection

Select the camera for motion detection configuration.

Motion Detection Area Setup

Configure the motion detection area for a camera.

Motion Detection Schedule

Set a schedule for motion detection alerts.

Motion Detection Actions

Configure actions upon motion detection, like audio alerts or emails.

Advanced Motion Detection

Motion Detection System Role

Motion detection detects presence and triggers alerts/recording.

Sensitivity Level Adjustment

Adjust motion sensitivity level (0-50) for different time periods.

Creating Motion Detection Zones

Define specific areas for motion detection by clicking and dragging.

Motion Detection Scheduling

Default Motion Detection Schedule

Default motion detection schedule is enabled; can be customized.

Motion Detection Best Practices

Optimal Camera Placement

Recommendations for optimal camera placement for motion detection.

Avoiding False Triggers

Tips to prevent false motion detection triggers from environmental factors.

Alarm: Video Loss Detection

Camera for Video Loss Alerts

Select the camera to configure for video loss alerts.

Video Loss Schedule Configuration

Set a schedule for video loss alerts.

Video Loss Notification Actions

Configure actions upon video loss, such as audio alerts or emails.

Video Loss Schedule

Device: PTZ Camera Configuration

Camera Selection for PTZ

Select the camera for PTZ configuration.

PTZ Protocol Selection

Select the PTZ camera control protocol (e.g., PELCO-D).

Controlling PTZ Cameras

Basic PTZ Control Operations

Basic steps to control a PTZ camera via the interface.

Creating PTZ Presets

Positioning Camera for Preset

Position the camera using PTZ controls for a preset.

Naming and Saving Presets

Name and save a specific camera position as a preset.

Creating PTZ Patrols

Automated Camera Movement Sequences

Set up automated camera movement sequences using presets.

Associating Presets with Patrols

Associate a created preset position with a patrol sequence.

Recording Configuration

Accessing Recording Settings

Access and modify recording settings like schedule and audio recording.

Recording: Encode Audio

Enable Audio Recording

Enable audio recording for cameras connected via audio input.

Recording Options

Overwrite Old Video Files

Enable overwriting of old video files to manage hard drive space.

Pre-Record Functionality

Enable pre-record function to capture footage before an event.

Post-Record Duration Setting

Set a duration for recording after an event has concluded.

Recording Schedules

Default Recording Schedule

Default recording schedule is motion-based; can be customized.

Motion-Activated Recording

Configure DVR to record only when motion is detected.

Playback and Backup Functions

Recorded Video Playback

Search and play recorded videos, choosing by schedule, manual, or motion events.

Saving Events to USB

Save important recorded events to a USB storage device.

Playback Search Criteria

Camera Selection for Playback

Select cameras for playback or choose all cameras.

Initiating Playback

Start playback of selected video (up to 4 channels synchronously).

Playback Interface Controls

Video Clipping for Export

Create video clips by marking in/out points for export.

Saving Video Clips to USB

Save selected video clips to a USB storage device.

Advanced Playback Interface

Event Search

Camera Selection for Events

Filter event search by camera or select all cameras.

Backup Search and Process

Camera Selection for Backup

Select cameras for backup or choose all cameras.

USB Drive Connection for Backup

Connect a USB drive before starting the backup process.

System Configuration

Comprehensive DVR Configuration

Configure DVR settings like resolution, email, password, and Daylight Saving Time.

Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Perform firmware upgrades when new versions are available.

System: General Settings

Enable Menu Password Protection

Activate password protection for menu access.

System: User Management

System: Maintenance

Alarm: Exception Notifications

Device: Hard Drive Management

Display: Output Settings

Network: General Configuration

Network Connection Type Options

Choose network connection type: DHCP, Static, or PPPoE.

Network: Advanced Settings

System Status Overview

Viewing DVR Settings and Options

View DVR settings, options, and logged events for troubleshooting.

Log Search Functionality

Network: Status Display

Current Network Settings View

View current network configuration details like IP address and gateway.

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

Hard Drive Performance Information

View S.M.A.R.T. data for technical and performance information of the hard drive.

System: System Information

DVR Technical Details

Access technical details and specifications of the DVR.

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