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- Page 1 • System Language • Disable or enable the Setup Wizard • Configure Password • General Configuration • Daylight Savings & Internet Time • Configure your Email • Live View Mode • Live View Icons & Controls QW4_81525030615E | © Swann 2015...
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Page 2: System Language
System Language Welcome to the Set- up Wizard! The Setup Wizard automatically runs the first time you start your DVR and will guide you through all the important settings you need to get up and working. Please be pa- tient as it can take a moment for the wizard to appear after turning on your DVR. - Page 3 Disable or enable the Setup Wizard By default, the setup wizard will display each time the DVR starts or is re-booted. As the setup wizard is only required the first time you turn on the DVR, click the checkbox to disable this. •...
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Page 4: Configure Password
Configure Password This step is really easy. You just have to give your DVR a new password. • Click “Next” to continue. Admin Password: The default password is “12345”. Click the dialogue box • Click “Exit” to exit the Setup Wizard. and enter this password. -
Page 5: General Configuration
General Configuration Time Zone: Select the correct time zone relevant to your region. • Click “Previous” to go back to the previous screen. Date Format: Select a preferred display format. • Click “Next” to continue. System Date: If the date is not correct, click the calendar icon to select •... - Page 6 Daylight Savings & Internet Time The DST function allows you to configure your DVR to automatically ad- The NTP (Network Time Protocol) function allows the DVR to automat- ically sync its clock with an on-line server, which gives it the ability to just its time for Daylight Savings in your time zone.
- Page 7 Configure your Email You can configure an email account so that your DVR sends you email alerts when events occur. We rec- ommend using Gmail. To create an account go to (www.gmail.com) and then input the de- tails here. Populate each field as shown in the above screenshot (the emails shown •...
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Page 8: Live View Mode
Live View Mode Live View is the default display mode for the DVR. Each camera connected will be displayed on-screen. You can check the status or operation of your DVR and cameras by right-clicking the mouse to access the Menu Bar. For smartphone and tablet users, you can use the free SwannView Plus app to turn your mobile device into a monitoring centre for the DVR. -
Page 9: Live View Icons & Controls
Live View Icons & Controls Menu Bar Click this to change the display contrast level. Please note, this doesn’t change the contrast level of Click this to access the Menu. the camera(s). Click this to display a full-screen video channel. Click this to play back video that has been recorded Click this to select one of the multi-screen viewing on the same day. - Page 10 General Configuration Confused on which location to install your cameras? The cameras included with your security system can be installed in a number of different locations. Camera location can depend on the following - Distance from the camera to the DVR. Lighting conditions.
- Page 11 Front of House and Driveway To monitor the front of the house, whether it is the front garden, driveway or the entrance to your garage, it is recommended to install the camera where the roof meets the walls of the house, as illustrated below. This will shelter the camera from the elements, have a better field of view, and less likely to be vandalized.
- Page 12 Front of House and Driveway This camera will focus on the garage entrance. This camera will focus on the driveway entrance. 16 12...
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Page 13: Front Door
Front Door It has been found that most burglars will enter your home through the front door, so it is very important that you install a camera here. It is recommended to install the camera either above the door or to the side space permitting. Mount the camera in an elevated position so it is out of range of vandals or would be burglars. - Page 14 Backyard and Side Entrance Your backyard is mostly filled with a shed with lawn and garden tools, recreational equipment and children’s toys. It’s a good idea to install a camera so that you have an entire overview of the backyard. Like the cameras installed at the front of the house, it is recommended to install the camera where the roof meets the wall of the house.
- Page 15 Indoors It’s recommended that you place cameras inside the house that have high traffic areas such as entry and exit points (front door), hallways and staircases (if applicable). Other ideal locations are next to windows and rooms that have high priced valuables such as electronics, antiques and jewellery.
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Page 16: Camera Field Of View
Camera Field of View The Field of View produced by a camera is the area that the camera can see. It is an important factor to consider as it determines not just what the camera can see, but also the level of detail that is visible at a given distance. Cameras with a smaller lens, also known as a wide-angle lens, produce a greater Field of View than cameras with a larger lens. - Page 17 Lighting and Environment Tips Lighting • For best results do not point the camera towards a light source. • Pointing the camera towards a glass window intending to see outside may result in a poor image because of glare and lighting conditions inside and outside. •...
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Page 18: Camera Cables
Camera Cables When installing cameras outside, it is recommended to install the provided data & power cable away from the elements so it prevents them from deteriorating over time. Whilst cabling, avoid areas that have a high amount of electrical equipment where electrical interference is expected.