Swann Alert DVR Camera Kit User manual

Brand: Swann

Model: Alert DVR Camera Kit

Category: Digital Video Recorders (DVR)

Type: User manual

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DVR4-1000™

User Manual

SW242-DU2

www.swannsecurity.com

SR242-DU2-10005

EN160109

Getting Started

FCC Verification:

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits or

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 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 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

IMPORTANT: Prohibition against eavesdropping.

Except for the operations of law enforcement officers conducted under lawful

authority, no person shall use, either directly or indirectly, a device 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: Modifications not approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void 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

Maintenance

For safety reasons, disconnect the power adapter before cleaning the DVR.

Solvents and alcohols may damage the casing. Use only a soft cloth to clean

the unit. If necessary, lightly dampen a cloth with water only, for excess dirt

and debris.

Contents

Getting Started

FCC Verification-----------------------------------------------------------2

Important------------------------------------------------------------------------2

Warning: Power Adapter usage-----------------------------2

Important Safety Instructions-----------------------------------2

Maintenance------------------------------------------------------------------2

Contents--------------------------------------------------------------------------3

DVR Layout

Package Contents-------------------------------------------------------4

Using the Remote Control for the First Time-----4

Front Panel---------------------------------------------------------------------5

Rear Panel----------------------------------------------------------------------6

Remote Control Layout----------------------------------------------6

Connecting the DVR

Connecting Cameras and Power---------------------------7

Connecting the DVR to a TV/Monitor-------------------8

Powering the DVR On/Off-----------------------------------------8

Auto-Recovery Feature----------------------------------------------8

General Recording and Playback

Display Layout---------------------------------------------------------------9

Auto-Switching Feature---------------------------------------------9

Changing Camera Views----------------------------------------10

Basic Recording---------------------------------------------------------10

Before Entering the Menu System----------------------10

Playback Mode-----------------------------------------------------------10

View List of Recordings-------------------------------------------10

Time Search----------------------------------------------------------------11

Menu Settings

Navigating the Menu System--------------------------------12

System Setup Menu-------------------------------------------------12

Buzzer Alarm Time---------------------------------------------------12

Loss Alarm-------------------------------------------------------------------12

Password Setup---------------------------------------------------------12

Time Setup-------------------------------------------------------------------13

Camera Setup Menu------------------------------------------------13

Live ON/OFF---------------------------------------------------------------13

Record ON/OFF---------------------------------------------------------13

Brightness Setup-------------------------------------------------------13

Contrast Setup------------------------------------------------------------13

Color Setup------------------------------------------------------------------13

Auto Switching------------------------------------------------------------13

Record Setup Menu--------------------------------------------------14

Record Mode---------------------------------------------------------------14

Video Quality---------------------------------------------------------------14

Record Frame Rate--------------------------------------------------14

Record Schedule Menu-------------------------------------------14

Programming Record Modes--------------------------------14

Motion Setup Menu---------------------------------------------------15

Setting Camera Sensitivity-------------------------------------15

Recording with Motion Detection-------------------------15

Hard Drive Setup Menu-------------------------------------------16

Overwrite Feature------------------------------------------------------16

Hard Drive Information--------------------------------------------16

Master HDD Format-------------------------------------------------16

System Restore---------------------------------------------------------16

Approximate Hard Drive Recording Times------17

Connecting the DVR to a

Computer

DVR4-1000™ PC Viewer Software--------------------18

Introduction------------------------------------------------------------------18

System Requirements---------------------------------------------18

Running PC Viewer Software-------------------------------18

Disconnecting the DVR4-1000™------------------------19

PC Viewer Layout-----------------------------------------------------19

Searching for Specific Events------------------------------20

Capturing Video and Images--------------------------------20

Capturing MYS Video----------------------------------------------20

Capturing AVI Video-------------------------------------------------21

Capturing a JPEG Image---------------------------------------22

MYS Player Layout---------------------------------------------------22

Playing MYS Files-----------------------------------------------------23

Additional Information

Specificatio ns--------------------------------------------------------------24

Limited Warranty – Terms & Conditions------------25

Technical Support------------------------------------------------------26

Camera Select------------------------------------------------------------13

Package Contents

The following contents are included in the standalone DVR pack:

DVR Unit Instruction Manual Easy Setup Guide

Remote Control USB Cable Software CD Security Stickers

DVR Power Supply Power Supply Cable Video Cable

Using the Remote Control for the First Time

The remote control contains a built-in battery that must be activated before

use. Find the clear plastic tab at the bottom of the remove. Gently pull to

remove. The remote will now be ready for use.

Front Panel

1. USB Connection

Connect to PC to

download or playback

footage

2. Up Arrow

Move cursor up in menus

or switches to camera 1

in view mode

3. Down Arrow

Move cursor down in

menus or switches to

camera 2 in view mode

4. Right Arrow

Move cursor right in

menus or switches to

camera 3 in view mode

5. Left Arrow

Move cursor left in

menus or switches to

camera 4 in view mode

6. Menu Button

Press to enter main

menu / returns to

previous menu / exits

main menu

7. Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control at

the sensor

8. Power Indicator

Light is on when DVR is

powered on

9. Hard Drive Indicator

Light is on when hard

drive is active (recording,

searching, etc.)

10. Play/Pause Button

Push to begin last

recording playback or

pause playback

11. Rewind Button

Push to rewind

playback / confirms

selection in menus

12. Fast Forward Button

Push to fast forward

playback / confirms

selection in menus

13. Record/Stop Button

Push to begin recording

or stop recording

Rear Panel

1. Video Output

Output to monitor or TV

2. CH1

Input for Camera 1

3. CH2

Input for Camera 2

4. CH3

Input for Camera 3

5. CH4

Input for Camera 4

6. NTSC/PAL Switch

Set to NTSC to North

America and PAL for Europe

and Australia

7. Power Input

DVR power supply

connection

Remote Control Layout

1-4. Camera Select Buttons

Changes to corresponding

camera when pushed

5. Record/Stop Button

Start or stop recording

6–7. Up & Down Buttons

Use to move up or down

8-9. Rewind & Fast Forward

Moves left/right in menus

10. Enter/Exit Menu Button

11. Enter Button

Confirm selection in menus

12. Play/Pause Button

Start or pause playback

Connecting Cameras and Power

The DVR4-1000™ requires at least 1 camera connected for full functionality.

Follow these steps to connect cameras to the DVR.

1. If you have an extension cable, connect your camera to the

extension.

2. Connect the BNC connector to VIDEO IN, CH1 on the back of the

DVR. If required, use RCA to BNC adapters for RCA cameras

3. Connect the Power connector on the extension cable to your

camera’s power supply

4. Finally connect the DVR’s power adapter to the DC 12V input on

the back of the DVR, and plug in your camera power supply

Connecting the DVR to a TV/Monitor

The DVR4-1000™ comes with a BNC to RCA video cable that will fit most

modern TV’s. Your TV or monitor will need a free VIDEO INPUT to connect

the DVR. Follow these steps to connect your TV/Monitor.

1. Connect the BNC cable to “VIDEO OUT” on the back of the DVR

2. Connect the Yellow RCA plug to a free Video Input on the back or side

of your TV/ monitor

3. Tune your TV/Monitor to the correct Video Input. This is sometimes

listed as Source, Input, L1, L2, Video, A/V and Channel 0. Consult

your TV manual for more information

Powering the DVR On/Off

To turn on your DVR connect the power adapter to the DC 12V input on the

back of the unit.

If you do not require use of the DVR for long periods of time, Swann

recommends unplugging the unit. To turn the DVR off, simply unplug the

DVR from the wall outlet or power point.

Auto-Recovery Feature

The DVR4-1000™ is equipped with an auto-recovery feature. Should a

power outage occur while you are recording, the DVR will automatically begin

recording again once power is restored.

Display Layout

1. Date & Time Display

Year/Month/Day

2. Video Status

V-LOSS appears when

no signal is detected

3. Channel Indicator

Current channel in full

screen view

4. Record Mode

Each or Quad

5. Recording Indicator

6. Motion Detected

Motion indicator

7. Type of Recording

Motion (M), Timer (T) or

No recording (-)

Auto Switching Feature

Press the Auto Switching

button to cycle all 4 cameras in full screen

mode. See Camera Setup Menu for details on changing the length of time

between cycles.

Changing Camera Views

Push , , or buttons to change between cameras 1-4 in full screen.

Basic Recording

To begin manual recording, press the Record/Stop button when viewing

your cameras. By default, “Each Rec” will appear indicating the DVR is

recording each camera independently. Push the Record/Stop button

again to stop a recording.

Note: The DVR4-1000™ requires at least one camera connected to begin

recording; a “VIDEO LOSS” message will appear if no camera is present.

The DVR4-1000™ will automatically begin recording when powered on if a

camera is connected.

Before Entering the Menu System

You must stop all record modes before entering playback or the main menu

otherwise a Hard Drive Usage message will appear.

Playback Mode

To enter playback mode, press the Play/Pause button. The recordings

will begin playing.

Press the Play/Pause button again to pause the recording.

Press the Fast Forward

button to increase the playback speed by 2X, 4X

or 8X.

Press the Rewind button to reverse playback.

To stop playback and return to live camera view, push the Record/Stop

button.

View List of Recordings

To view a list of all recordings, push the Menu button while in playback

mode. A list will appear with the newest recordings at the top. Move the

cursor using the Up

and Down arrows and push the Play/Pause

button to view the recording.

Push the Record/Stop

button to exit playback and return to the live

camera view.

Time Search

The DVR4-1000™ has a built-in search feature that allows you to enter a

specific date and time to quickly search through recorded footage. While in

playback mode, push the Menu button to bring up the list of recordings

and then press the Record/Stop button to move the cursor to the date

and time at the top of the screen.

Cursor Time

Date –

YY/MM/DD

Press the Left and Right buttons to move the cursor to the desired

value.

Press the Up and Down arrows to change the value the cursor is under.

When you have finished changing the Date and Time you are searching for,

press the Play/Pause button to view the recording.

Note: If the date is outside of the range of your current recordings a “NO

DATA” message will flash.

Navigating the Menu System

The DVR4-1000™ has many adjustable features to customize and suit

various applications. Navigate the menus using these commands.

Menu Button – enter or exit menu

- return to previous menu

Buttons – move cursor

- change value/select button

System Setup Menu

From the Main Menu, select System

Setup

Buzzer Alarm Time: Number of seconds the alarm sounds

Loss Alarm: Set the DVR to sound an audible alarm when any video signal

is lost or disconnected from the unit

Password Setup: Select to change password – Note: Default is “111111”

Set with the channel select buttons. You

will be prompted to enter the current

password before entering a new on.

Button: 1

Button: 2

Button: 3

Button: 4

Time Setup: Set the current Date & Time using the arrow buttons

Adjust the date in Year-Month-Day -

YYYY/MM/DD

Adjust the time in 24hr clock format in hour,

minute, seconds - HH:MM:SS

Camera Setup Menu

Camera: Settings for current camera

Live ON/OFF: Turns selected camera on/off

Record ON/OFF: Set the selected camera for viewing only – will not record

Bright Setup: Increase or decrease camera brightness – (0 low, 9 high)

Contrast Setup: Increase or decrease image contrast – (0 low, 9 high)

Colors Setup: Increase or decrease color hue – (0 low, 9 high)

Auto Switching: Set the number of seconds the camera will be shown

before cycling to the next image when enabled

Record Setup Menu

Record Mode:

Each: Each camera will be recorded separately - on playback, each

camera can be zoomed to full screen.

Quad: All 4 cameras are recorded as one image - no zoom is

available on playback

Video Quality: Set recording quality Low, Medium or High

Record Frame Rate: Set Frame Rate up to maximum 30 fps NTSC

(4 Channels x 7.5 fps) or 25 fps PAL (4 Channels x 6.25 fps)

Record Schedule Menu

Programmed Record: Set the DVR to record Motion, Timer or No recording

– Schedule is based on 24-hour time clock

“M” : Motion Detection Recording

“T” : Timer or Continuous Recording

“–” : No Recording

Motion Setup Menu

Channel Sensitivity: Set the sensitivity of each camera from 1-9

(1 being least sensitive and 9 being most sensitive)

Note: Motion detection recording will not be activated unless specified in

Record Schedule/Programmed Record as above

Setting the sensitivity to “0” will turn off motion detection for the chosen

camera

Recording with Motion Detection

When Motion settings have been set exit all menus and press the

Record/Stop button to begin recording.

Square indicates

Channel 1 is

recording

‘M’ indicates Motion

has been detected

Hard Drive Setup Menu

Overwrite Enabled: Choose yes to enable the automatic overwrite option –

hard drive will automatically overwrite the oldest event when it

becomes full

Master HDD Size: The total hard drive size

Master HDD Used: The total memory used in MB and percentage full

Master HDD Format: When formatting the hard drive you will be prompted to

enter your password to prevent unauthorized tampering

System Restore Feature

System Restore: This feature will reset all settings to default

Note: System Restore resets settings only, will not erase hard drive contents

Approximate Hard Drive Recording Times

The following table is an approximate guide to recording times for an 80GB

hard drive. This is a general guide only as complexities and changes in an

image will vary storage sizes.

DVR4-1000™ PC Viewer Software

Introduction

The PC Viewer Software will allow you to stream images and video recorded

on your DVR to your PC. You can review footage on the DVR or backup

images and video to your PC.

There are 2 modes included with this software.

1. DVR Viewing Software – for reviewing recorded footage directly

from the DVR and backing up files to your computer (MYS, JPEG,

AVI formats)

2. MYS File Player – will allow you to play proprietary MYS files saved

to your computer without having the DVR connected

System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 2000 (SP4) or later

CPU: 1.0 GHz or greater

RAM: 256MB or greater

DirextX: Version 7.0 or later

Installation

1. Ensure the DVR4-1000™ is powered on

2. Connect the included USB cable to your computer and DVR4-1000™

3. Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive

4. Open My Computer and navigate to your CD-ROM

5. Double-click the “setup.exe” program located on the CD

6. Click “Install”

7. Read the License Agreement and click “I agree”

8. Click “Ok” to complete the installation

Running the PC Viewer Software

First, ensure the DVR is connected to the computer and turned on. When

connected, the DVR will display “USB CONNECTING” and you will be unable

to operate the DVR until you disconnect the USB cable.

Next, From the Start menu, find the DVR4-1000™ folder and click the icon

named “DVR4-1000 PC USB Viewer”. The software will detect the DVR and

load the last recorded image on the hard drive.

Note: If you receive an error, check the USB connections on the DVR or PC

and restart the program

Disconnecting the DVR4-1000™

When you have finished using the software and are ready to disconnect,

simply unplug the USB cable from the DVR. DO NOT “Stop” the USB

Storage Device in the Windows taskbar to prevent data loss or corruption.

PC Viewer Layout

1. Channel View

Cameras 1-4

2. Position Slider

Cycle through all recordings

3. MYS Player

Switch to MYS player view

4. Not Used

5. Hard Drive Information

6. Channel Selection

Full screen selector

7. Viewer Playback Controls

8. Capture MYS Video

Create MYS video file

preserving DVR video

formatting

9. Capture AVI Video

Convert video to AVI

10. Capture JPEG Image

Create JPEG screen capture

11. Not Used

12. Current Status

13. Recording Date & Time

Date recording captured

Searching for Specific Events

To search for a specific recordings follow these steps

1. Click ‘Searcher’ > ‘Event List’ from the menu to show a list of all

recordings along with the date and time it began and ended

2. Click the recording you are searching for and then click ‘OK’ – Note the

names indicate the time a recording began and finished

3. The recording will begin playing. Use the playback controls to navigate

to the images required

Alternatively, you may use the Position Slider to quickly navigate through all

footage recorded on the hard drive.

Capturing Video and Images

The PC Viewer software has 3 options for backing up footage from the DVR

to your PC

1. Capture MYS Video – This option will save selected video in

the proprietary .MYS format. Video files in this format are

preserved as they were written to the DVR4-1000™

2. Capture AVI Video – This option will save selected video in

.AVI format, commonly read by most computers

3. Capture JPEG Image – This option allows you to capture a

single frame in JPEG format for viewing on most computers

Capturing MYS Video

1. Navigate the viewer to a position you would like to begin recording and

click the pause button in player controls

2. Click the Capture MYS Video button to bring up the save dialog box

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