32
Before You Begin
FCC Verification
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help
These devices comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• These devices may not cause harmful interference, and
• These devices must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
All jurisdictions have specific laws and regulations relating
to the use of cameras. Before using any camera for any
purpose, it is the buyer’s responsibility to be aware of all
applicable laws and regulations that prohibit or limit the
use of cameras and to comply with the applicable laws and
regulations.
FCC Regulation (for USA):
Prohibition against eavesdropping
Except for the operations of law enforcement officers
conducted under lawful authority, no person shall use,
either directly or indirectly, a device operated pursuant to
the provisions of this Part for the purpose of overhearing
or recording the private conversations of others unless
such use is authorized by all of the parties engaging in the
conversation.
WARNING
Modifications not approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure product is fixed correctly and stable if
fastened in place
• Do not operate if wires and terminals are exposed
• Do not cover vents on the side or back of the NVR and
allow adequate space for ventilation
DEFAULT PASSWORD INFORMATION
To ensure your privacy, this NVR supports password
protection.
The default, all-access username is ‘admin’, the default
password is ‘12345’.
To ensure your ongoing privacy, we strongly recommend
setting a password as soon as possible. Choose something
that you’ll remember, but that others would be unlikely to
guess.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Do NOT lose or
forget your password. To ensure that
your NVR has the best security possible,
password recovery has been designed to be
a complicated and time consuming process.
Only a select number of staff at the Swann
Technical Support Telephone Helpdesk can
assist. Password retrieval can take several
days, which means you will NOT be able to
access your NVR during this time.
BATTERY INFORMATION
This product contains a removable battery. If you need to
replace or dispose of the internal battery.
The battery is located on the mainboard of the NVR. It is a
primary lithium CR2032 button cell.
To access, remove and/or replace the battery:
• Ensure the NVR is turned OFF. NEVER open the NVR’s
case while power is connected.
• Remove the five screws holding the cover on the NVR.
• If replacing the battery, ensure that it is an exact match
for size, type and capacity.
• Be sure to safely dispose of the battery. The process
for battery disposal/recycling varies from location to
location, please check with the relevant local authority
for method.
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do NOT attempt to open, puncture, disassemble or
modify the battery in any way.
• Do NOT subject it to sudden shock or heat.
• Do NOT dispose of battery in fire.
Contents
Introduction
Before You Begin 2
Contents 3
Introduction 5
Basic Setup
Installation Guidelines 7
NVR Front Panel 7
NVR Rear Panel 8
Connection Diagram 9
Connecting Additional Devices 10
Controlling the NVR 11
Setup Wizard: General 12
Setup Wizard: Camera & Email 13
Setup Wizard: System Time 14
Setup Wizard: Account Configuration 15
Setting your Smartphone or Tablet 16
Setting up your PC 17
Basic NVR Operation 19
Advanced Configuration
Advanced Configuration 22
IP Channel 23
Display: Camera 24
Display: Output 25
Recording: Encode 26
Recording: Option 27
Recording: Schedule 28
Search: Playback 29
Search: The Playback Interface 30
Specific Incident Backup 31
Search: Backup 31
Search: Event / Log Search 32
Network: General 33
Network: Advanced 34
Network: Advanced: DDNS 35
Network: Advanced: NTP 35
Network: Advanced: Email Settings 36
Network: Advanced: IP Filter 37
Network: Advanced: Network Status 37
Alarm: Motion 38
Alarm: Motion Detection Configuration 39
Alarm: Motion Detection Notes 40
Alarm: Motion Detection - Action 41
Alarm: Video Loss 41
Alarm: Exception 42
Device: HDD 43
Device: S.M.A.R.T 43
System: General 44
System: User 45
System: System Information 46
System: Maintenance 47
Reference
SwannView Link: Interface 49
SwannView Link: Local Settings 50
SwannView Link: Device Settings 51
Troubleshooting 55
Addendum: Third Party Hardware 56
Warranty Information 57
Helpdesk/Technical Support Details Rear Cover