Swann GuardianEye User manual

GuardianEye
Monitoring System
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Important Information
FCC Verification
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 interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment 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 sub-
ject to the following two conditions:
• These devices may not cause harmful interference
• These devices must accept any interference received, including in-
terference that may cause undesired operation
Important Notice - All jurisdictions have specific laws and regulations
relating to the use of cameras. Before using any camera for any pur-
pose, 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 de-
vice 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 - Changes or modifications made to this device not approved
expressly by the party responsible for compliance could void the 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 of the device and allow adequate space
for ventilation
• Only use the power adapter supplied with your NVR
Password Information
Your NVR does not have a default password. A password is created dur-
ing the Wizard. If password protection has been enabled and you have
forgotten your password, please contact Swann Helpdesk & Technical
Support for assistance (contact numbers on the last page).
About this Manual
This instruction manual is written for the GuardianEye Monitoring Sys-
tem and was accurate at the time it was completed. However, because
of our on-going efforts to constantly improve our products, additional
features and functions may have been added since that time. We en-
courage you to visit our website to check for the latest updates.

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Contents
Important Information 2
Contents 3
Chapter 1: Live View 4
Live View Mode 5
Live View Icons 6
Chapter 2: Menu 7
Menu Layout 8
Chapter 3: Camera Configuration 9
Recording: Encode 10
Channel: Device List 11
Motion 12
Motion: Motion Detection 13
Motion: Schedule 14
Motion Detection Tips 15
Chapter 4: Recording Configuration 16
Recording Schedule 17
Chapter 5: Playback & Backup 18
Search: Video Search 19
The Playback Interface 20
Search: Backup 21
Chapter 6: System Configuration 22
System: General 23
Daylight Saving 24
System: HDD 25
System: Maintenance 26
Network: General 27
Network: Advanced 28
Email Settings 29
Network: WIFI Setting 30
System: System Information 31
Troubleshooting 32
Glossary 34
Warranty Information 36
Helpdesk & Technical Support 37

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Live View
Live View is the default display mode
for your NVR. Each camera connected
will be displayed on-screen. You can
check the status or operation of your
NVR and cameras using the status
icons and Menu Bar on the Live View
screen. Right-click the mouse to ac-
cess the Menu Bar.
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Live View Mode
Live View is the default display mode for your NVR. Each camera connected will be displayed on-screen. You can check the status or operation of
your NVR and cameras using the status icons and Menu Bar on the Live View screen (right-click the mouse to display the Menu Bar at the bottom
of the screen). You can also access the Menu to adjust settings for Recording, Motion, Network, and to search and play previously recorded videos.
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Camera Name
Date & Time
Status Icons
Menu - Opens the Menu.
Channel - Opens the Device List which displays
your cameras that are currently connected.
Search - Click to search and playback previ-
ously recorded videos.
Audio - Click to enable or disable live audio
playback. Only one video channel can be ena-
bled at a time.
Shutdown - Click to Lock (password must be
enabled), Shutdown or Reboot your NVR.
Click & drag a
video channel to
reposition it.
Double-click a
video channel to
view full screen.

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Live View Icons
The record icon indicates that your NVR is currently re-
cording the camera’s video stream.
The audio icon indicates that the camera is selected for
live audio (click the “Audio” button on the Menu Bar to
enable).
The motion icon indicates that your NVR is detecting
motion from the camera.
This Wi-Fi icon indicates that the camera is communi-
cating wirelessly with your NVR. The icon may change
indicating the strength of the Wi-Fi signal (strong, me-
dium or weak).
The network icon indicates that the camera is physically
connected to your network via its LAN connection.
This Wi-Fi icon indicates that your NVR is running in Sta-
tion mode and is wirelessly connected to your network.
The icon may change indicating the strength of the Wi-Fi
signal (strong, medium or weak).
This indicates that the channel displaying
this message, has lost the feed from its
camera.
This Wi-Fi icon indicates that your NVR has been discon-
nected from your wireless network.

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Menu
The Menu is where you control the
various actions and options that are
available on your NVR, such as ad-
justing settings for motion detection
and changing network modes. You can
also access previously recorded video
for playback and to export to a USB
storage device such as a flash drive.
To maintain system integrity, a firm-
ware upgrade can be performed when
available.
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Menu Layout
By right-clicking the mouse, you can access the Menu to play back pre-
viously recorded videos, to adjust settings for motion detection and to
change system settings or upgrading the firmware.
1. Recording: This function allows you to adjust settings for the cam-
era such as camera name, encoding settings for Main Stream and Sub
Stream as well as changing the bitrate and frame rate. You can also
change the schedule for both normal and motion recording.
2. Search: This function allows you to search and play back previously
recorded videos. You’re presented with an overview of video recorded on
a particular day for a particular month for each channel on your NVR.
You can also create a backup to a USB flash drive.
3. Motion: Motion is the default recording mode for your NVR. The en-
tire view of the camera is enabled to detect motion however you can
select certain areas if you wish. The sensitivity and schedule can also
be changed according to your needs. When motion is detected, you can
enable your NVR to send you an email notification.
4. Network: This function gives you access to the various network op-
tions available including your email settings. The option to change to
Station mode can also be done here.
5. System: This function gives you access to the various system settings
such as language selection, display resolution, Daylight Saving, format-
ting the hard drive and upgrading the firmware.
6. Wizard: Click this to access the Wizard.
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Camera Configuration
The camera configuration options
are available in the “Recording” and
“Motion” menus and by clicking the
“Channel” button on the Menu Bar.
You can change the camera name,
alter the encoding settings for Main
Stream and Sub Stream, change the
bitrate and frame rate and assign a
different channel number for each
camera detected. The default motion
detection area and schedule can also
be changed.
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Recording: Encode
Camera No.: Select a camera that you would like to configure.
Camera Name: Give your camera a relevant name. It can be up to 16
characters in length.
OSD Display Position: Allows you to change the position of the on-screen
display. Click the “Set” button to change. Use the mouse to reposition
the camera name. Right-click the mouse then click “Save” to exit.
Record Audio: This is enabled by default. Click the checkbox if audio
recording is not required.
Encoding Parameters: Select which parameter that you would like to
configure, Main Stream or Sub Stream. By default, the SwannView Link
app and Windows software utilises the Sub Stream parameter to stream
video from your NVR to your mobile device or computer.
Resolution: The default resolution is 1080P (1920 x 1080) for Main
Stream (a lower resolution is also available). For Sub Stream the default
resolution is 640 x 360.
Max. Frame Rate(fps): For Main Stream, the default frame rate is
15fps. For Sub Stream, the default frame rate is 6fps. Increasing the
Sub Stream frame rate may improve playback quality when streaming.
Max. BitRate(Kbps): The default bitrate is 2048Kbps for Main Stream
and 160Kbps for Sub Stream. Changing the bitrate may improve play-
back quality when streaming.
• Click the “Default” button to revert back to default settings.
• Use the “Copy to” button to apply all settings to the other cameras.
• Don’t forget to click “Apply” to save settings.