What to do if I can’t login to my Swann DVR because of a wrong password?
The default username for your Swann DVR is “admin”, with a blank password. Try leaving the password section blank when logging in. If that doesn't work, try using '12345' as the password, though it should be disabled by default.
How to eliminate false triggers on Swann PRO DVR motion detection?
While there's no surefire way to completely eliminate false triggers, you can reduce them by fine-tuning your Swann DVR's motion detection settings. Mask any redundant movement, such as trees blowing in the wind or roads with passing cars. Fine-tune your sensitivity and adjust your image settings, specifically brightness and contrast, to remove noise, as the DVR processes video before looking for motion.
Why are my Swann DVR camera images black and white or flickering?
The most likely reason for black and white or flickering images on your Swann DVR cameras is an incorrect Video Standard setting for your region. If you are in the USA or Canada, set your video standard to NTSC. If you are in Europe, the UK, or Australia, set it to PAL. If the issue affects only some cameras, they might not be compatible with the DVR's video standard, as the DVR can only support one at a time.
General| Video Output | HDMI, VGA |
|---|---|
| Motion Detection | Yes |
| Video Input Channels | 4 / 8 / 16 |
| Compression Format | H.264 |
| Network Interface | Ethernet |
| USB Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Operating Power | 12V DC |
| Alerts | Email alerts, push notifications |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C ~ 55°C (14°F ~ 131°F) |
| Remote Access | Yes (via SwannView Link app) |
Guides on connecting cameras and display devices to the DVR's front and rear panels.
Guides through initial DVR setup, including language, video standard, time zone, and date format.
Covers hard drive initialization, formatting, and basic network configuration for connectivity.
Details setting up Dynamic DNS for remote access and email alerts for event notifications.
Details configuring motion detection, video loss alarms, and system exceptions for alerts.
Details recording encoding parameters, frame rates, bitrates, and recording options like overwrite and pre-record.
Explains how to set up a recording schedule for specific channels and times based on Normal or Motion detection.
Guides on how to search, play back recorded video footage, and select video types.
Covers advanced alarm configurations (motion, video loss, exceptions) and device settings (HDD, PTZ).
Addresses common issues with camera images appearing blank, black & white, or flickering.
Provides solutions for login failures, incorrect password messages, and forgotten passwords.
Offers practical tips and methods to reduce false triggers in motion detection settings.
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