Swann NVR User manual

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NVR Quick Start Guide
QHGUAEYE040416E | © Swann 2016
Welcome! Lets get started.
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FIRST!
To start using your NVR, you need the following:
1) A high-definition TV capable of displaying 720p
or 1080p video. Look at the ports on the back of
your TV to make sure it has an HDMI input.
2) A router with a broadband Internet connec-
tion.
3) A mobile device (Android or iOS) to download
the free SwannView Link app.
Carefully unpack each item and discard any
packaging not required.

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Congratulations on the purchase of your Swann NVR. This Quick Start Guide will assist you on getting your NVR up and
running as soon as possible. To make sure nothing was damaged during shipping, we recommend that you connect
everything and give it a try before you do a permanent installation.
Getting to know your NVR
1) Antenna Socket
2) Ethernet Port
3) Audio Out Port
4) VGA Port
5) HDMI Port
6) USB Ports
7) Antenna Socket
8) Power Port
9) Power LED
10) Hard Drive
LED
Look out for the light bulb icon, as this
provides tips on the operation of your
NVR.
Your NVR is designed to ventilate air
to keep it at an optimal temperature.
Keep your NVR free from obstructions
to allow it to ventilate properly.
PWR HDD
4 Channel HD Network Video Recorder
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VGA
USB
AUDIO
OUT
LAN DC 12V IN
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1 & 7) Antenna Socket: The supplied antennas connect
here. The antenna communicates with the supplied
cameras and it can also connect to your Wi-Fi network.
2) Ethernet Port: Connect this to your router so your NVR
can connect to the Internet (required for AP mode).
3) Audio Out Port: For connecting to a stereo or amplifier.
This is not required when using the HDMI port.
4) VGA Port: Connect this to your monitor with a VGA input
(VGA cable not supplied). This is not required when using
the HDMI port.
5) HDMI Port: Connect this to your TV with a HDMI input
(HDMI cable supplied).
6) USB Ports: Connect the mouse here. You can also
connect a storage device such as a USB flash drive to copy
recorded events or to perform a firmware upgrade.
8) Power Port: Connect the DC 12V power adapter here.
9) Power LED: Indicates your NVR has power.
10) Hard Drive LED: Will flash when the hard drive is
working.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a 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 communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does 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 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
Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly
approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this
equipment.Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCC Rules.Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
What does this mean?

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1) Located at the rear of your NVR are two antenna sockets.
There is also a single antenna socket at the rear of each
camera.
2) As there are several antennas provided, use the two
longer versions for your NVR and the shorter versions for
each camera.
3) Turn the antenna in a clockwise motion to connect.
Don’t use excessive force when connecting as it just needs
a firm connection to fasten (tools should not be required).
Leave the antennas in a vertical position for best reception.
HDMI USB
DC 12V
IN
Step One: Installing the Antennas

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1) Connect the Power Output on the Power Cable to the
Power Input on your camera. Repeat this step for each
camera provided.
2) Connect the Power Input on the Power Cable to the
Power Adapter. Repeat this step for each Power Adapter
provided.
3) Connect each power adapter to a power outlet then
press the outlet’s switch to the on position to supply power.
Reset: To restore factory default settings, press and hold
the reset button, connect power, continue holding for 10
seconds then release. Your camera will disconnect from
your NVR momentarily and then reconnect.
Ethernet Port: This port can be used to configure your
camera to your Wi-Fi network.
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Ethernet Port
Reset
Power
Input
Power
Output
Power
Input
Power Cable
Power Adapter
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Step Two: Connect your Cameras

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Connect the supplied Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port (1) on your NVR then connect the other end to a spare port
(2) on your router. Don’t proceed to the next step until this is done.
Please note: It’s important that you do this as this allows your NVR to send email alerts, synchronise its
internal clock and for remote access using the SwannView Link app.
USB Internet 432
VGA
USB
AUDIO
OUT
LAN DC 12V IN
Ethernet Cable
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Step Three: Connect to your Home Network

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Connect the supplied mouse (1) to the bottom USB port (2). To copy your video recordings and to perform a firmware
upgrade, connect a storage device such as a USB flash drive (not included) to the top port.
Please note: Bluetooth and wireless mice and trackpad devices are not supported. Not all USB storage devices
are supported.
VGA
USB
AUDIO
OUT
LAN DC 12V IN
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Step Four: Connect your Mouse

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Connect the supplied HDMI cable to the HDMI port (1) on your NVR then connect the other end to a spare HDMI input
(2) on your TV. The labels on the back of your TV indicate which input you need to select when your NVR is turned on.
HDMI IN 1
HDMI IN 2
VGA
USB
AUDIO
OUT
LAN DC 12V IN
Press the A/V button on
your TV’s remote to select
the HDMI input.
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HDMI Cable
Step Five: Connect to your TV

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Connect the supplied power adapter’s power connection (1) to the power input (2) on your NVR first (this will minimise
sparking). Connect the power adapter to a power outlet then press the outlet’s switch to the on position to supply power.
VGA
USB
AUDIO
OUT
LAN DC 12V IN
All connections have now been completed. You should see the NVR on your TV with the Wizard displayed on-screen.
Follow “The Wizard” Quick Start Guide (the red coloured guide) to configure your NVR.
As your DVR is designed
to be always on, there is
no power button.
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Step Six: Connect your Power Adapter