Swann DVR-4780 Hardware Quick Start Manual

Hardware Quick Start Guide
Welcome! Let's get started.
To start using your DVR, 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 HomeSafe View app.
Carefully unpack each item and discard any
packaging not required.
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Getting to know your DVR

Congratulations on the purchase of your Swann DVR. This Quick Start Guide will assist you on getting your DVR 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.
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AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
LAN LAN
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12V 12V
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AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
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8 Channel HD Digital Video Recorder PWR HDD
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The 4 channel and 16 channel models have four audio
inputs and may differ from the illustration above.
What does this mean?
1. Audio Output: For connecting to a stereo or amplifier.
FCC Warning Statement:
This is not required when using the HDMI port.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
2. Audio Input: For connecting a microphone (the
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
microphone must have its own power source).
not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept
3. Camera Inputs:
Connect your cameras here. Twist the
any interference received, including interference that may
video connection to lock it in place.
cause undesired operation.
4. HDMI Port: Connect this to your TV with a HDMI input
Battery Safety Information:
(HDMI cable supplied).
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the cell
5. VGA Port: Connect this to your monitor with a VGA input
battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and
(VGA cable not supplied). This is not required when using
can lead to death. Keep away from babies and small children
the HDMI port.
at all times.
6. Ethernet Port:
Connect this to your router (Ethernet
• If the battery is swallowed, immediately seek medical help
cable supplied) so your DVR can connect to the internet.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type
7. USB Port: Connect the mouse here.
• Dispose of used battery properly
8. PTZ Port: For connecting RS-485 compatible devices.
9. Power Input: Connect the 12V power adapter here.
10. Power LED: Indicates your DVR has power.
11. Hard Drive LED: Flashes when the hard drive is active.
12. USB Ports: Connect a USB flash drive to copy events
or to perform a firmware upgrade.

Step One: Connect your Cameras

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FIRST!
Thermal-Sensing
Bullet Camera
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Video & Power Cable
connects here
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
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AUDIO AUDIO
OUTPUT OUTPUT
*Your DVR may include dome cameras instead of or in addition to the
bullet camera. Turn over the guide for mounting instructions.
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Step Two: Connect to your Home Network

Connect the supplied Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port (1) then connect the other end to a spare port (2) on your
router. Don't proceed to the next step until this is done.
1. 7.
Audio Output USB Port
2. Audio Input 8. PTZ Port
3. Camera Inputs 9. Power Input
4. HDMI Port 10. Power LED
5. VGA Port 11. Hard Drive LED
6. 12.
Ethernet Port USB Ports
Your DVR is designed to ventilate air
to keep it at an optimal temperature.
Keep both sides of your DVR free from
obstructions to allow it to ventilate.
As your DVR is designed to be always
on, there is no power button. To turn
off your DVR, use the shutdown function
then disconnect the power adapter.
Please note: It's important that you do this as this allows your DVR to send email alerts, synchronise its internal
clock and to view your cameras remotely using the HomeSafe View app.
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Step Three: Connect your Mouse

Connect the supplied mouse (1) to the USB port (2) located at the rear. To copy events and to perform a firmware
upgrade, connect a USB flash drive (not included) to the front ports.
Please note:
are supported.
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1. Connect the video output and
Video & Power Cable
Connect this to your DVR
Video Input
power input connections on the
Twist to lock
connectors
bullet camera to the corresponding
connections on the supplied video
Power Splitter
Power Output
connects here
& power cable.
2. Connect the supplied power
Video Output
Power Input splitter to the other end of the video
& power cable. This provides power
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Power Adapter
to multiple cameras using a single
Connect to a spare
power outlet
power adapter.
Power Adapter
connects here
3. Connect the other end of the
power splitter to the supplied power
Power Splitter
adapter then connect the power
adapter to a spare power outlet.
4. Connect the video output on
LAN LAN the video & power cable to each
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12V 12V camera input on your DVR. Twist
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VIDEO VIDEO
the connection to lock it in place.
INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
*The bullet camera has three points
of articulation.
for more information.
AUDIO AUDIO
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INPUT INPUT
LAN LAN
1 3 5 7
+ - + -
12V 12V
2 4 6 8
AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
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AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
LAN LAN
1 3 5 7
+ - + -
12V 12V
2 4 6 8
AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
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Bluetooth and wireless mice and trackpad devices are not supported. Not all USB storage devices
Step Four: Connect to your TV
Connect the supplied HDMI cable to the HDMI port (1) 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 DVR is turned on.
HDMI IN 2
HDMI IN 1
Press the A/V button on
your TV's remote to select
the HDMI input.
Turn over the guide
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Step Five: Connect to your Monitor
If you have a monitor with a VGA connection, connect a VGA cable (not supplied) to the VGA port (1) then connect the
other end to the VGA input (2) on your monitor.
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A VGA cable and monitor
are not required when
using the HDMI cable.
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Step Six: Connect your Power Adapter
Connect the supplied power adapter's power connection (1) to the power input (2) on your DVR 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.
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
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AUDIO AUDIO
OUTPUT OUTPUT
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All connections have now been completed. You should see your DVR on the TV with the Startup Wizard displayed
on-screen. Follow the "Startup Wizard Quick Start Guide" (the red coloured guide) to configure your DVR.
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HDMI Cable
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AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
LAN LAN
1 3 5 7
+ - + -
12V 12V
AUDIO AUDIO 2 4 VIDEO VIDEO 6 8
OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
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AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT INPUT
LAN LAN
1 3 5 7
+ - + -
12V 12V
2 4 6 8
AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
LAN LAN
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+ - + -
12V 12V
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VIDEO VIDEO
INPUT INPUT VGA VGA RS485 RS485
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