Swann SW242-WDB User Manual

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or floor mount position.

L’orientation correcte pour

L’adapteur secteur fourni

La orientacion correcta para

el adaptador electrico incluido

es en posicion vertical o instalado

Warranty Information

The correct orientation for the enclosed power

adapter is in a vertical

est dans une position verticale ou plancher-

monte.

en el suelo.

English

RedAlert™ / BlueAlert™

Movement Video Recorder

Single Channel Digital Security Recorder

If this device does not work when you first plug it in, do not take it back to the store.

Swann warrants this product against defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from it’s original purchase date. You must present your receipt as proof of date of purchase for warranty validation. Any unit which proves defective during the stated period will be repaired without charge for parts or labour or replaced at the sole discretion of Swann. The repair or replacement will be warranted for either ninety days or the remainder of the original one year warranty period, whichever is longer. The end user is responsible for all freight charges incurred to send the to Swann’s repair centres. responsible for all shipping costs incurred when

product The end user is

shipping from and to any country other than the country of origin. The warranty does not cover any incidental, accidental or consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use

product

this . Any costs associated with the fitting or removal of this product by a tradesman or other person or any other costs associated with its use are the responsibility of the end user. This warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product

only and is not transferrable to any third party.

Unauthorised end user or third party modifications to any component or evidence of misuse or abuse of the device will render all warranties void.

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Installation Guide

RedAlert/BlueAlert Digital Video Recorder

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Table of Contents

Package Contents

RedAlert/BlueAlert Features

Using the SD Card Slot

Changing the Wireless Camera Channel on the DVR

Changing Cameras and Viewing 2 Cameras PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

Motion Detection Setup

Choosing Video or Photo Recording

TV Mode and Picture Quality Settings

Advanced Motion Detection Setup

Viewing and Deleting Saved Images

Changing Folders

Connecting additional wireless cameras

RedAlert/BlueAlert DVR Specifications

1 Video Output 1 Video Input

Wireless Channel Frequencies: 2414, 2432, 2450 & 2468MHz

Built in 4 CH Wireless Receiver (DVR records only 1 camera at a time) Power Supply: 5V DC Preset to NTSC or PAL Depending on Region (manually adjustable) 16MB internal memory Output Format - AVI, JPEG Maximum SD Capacity - 2GB Recording Modes: Motion Detection

Manual Recording

Recording Format: AVI Video 10s

JPEG images

Recording Resolution: JPEG 640 X 480

AVI 320 X 240

Achieving the best wireless signal

Tips and Shortcuts

Troubleshooting Wireless Camera Images

RedAlert/BlueAlert Specifications

Package Contents

- RedAlert/BlueAlert DVR

- Antenna

- DVR Power Supply

- Instruction Manual

- Easy Setup Guide

- Video Out Cable

- Video In Cable

- BNC to RCA adapter

- SD Card (Optional)

NOTE:

All jurisdictions have specific laws and regulations relating to the use of cameras. Before using any camera for any purpose, 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. The legality of watching people other than yourself changes from country to country and even state to state. Contact your local government's privacy information body or your local Police for more information on what if any restrictions you may face.

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Troubleshooting Wireless Camera Images

Poor Picture:

Realign antennas until image quality improves, slightly adjust the position of the Camera or Receiver. Change the location of the Camera, or use a different height or angle to see if the image improves. In some cases interference may be caused by another device on a similar frequency to the channel you are using.

Lines only - no clear picture:

Check to confirm there is no microwave oven or other 2.4GHz equipment operating close by ie; Cordless Telephones, Wireless Baby Monitors, Wireless LAN equipment etc . Make sure the Receiver is on the correct channel.

Picture ghosting or interference:

Some home appliances such as Wireless LANs, 2.4GHz portable telephones and Microwave ovens operate on or near the 2.4GHz frequency. If you receive interference from such an appliance, try moving the Camera or Receiver to location further away from the appliance or in the event of interference from a Wireless LAN device, try changing the Wireless LAN to a different channel to improve the signal quality.

No picture:

Check the receiver to confirm it is turned ON and make sure the A/V connection of the Receiver is not plugged into the Audio Out socket. Make sure the Receiver is on the correct channel. Check to ensure the camera is plugged in and has power. Check that the channel on the receiver is the set to Channel x.

RedAlert/BlueAlert Features

-Motion recording including adjustable sensitivity settings to prevent false triggers

-Manually record 10 second video clips or snap individual photos

-Option for wired or wireless camera

-Built-in 4 channel wireless camera receiver (records 1 wired or wireless camera at a time)

-Video and pictures can be recorded to SD cards for easy transfer to a computer

-Small design allows you to place DVR in discreet location to prevent tampering

Using the SD Card Slot

The RedAlert/BlueAlert has 16MB of onboard memory installed. This storage will allow you to familiarize yourself with the DVR and its features. The onboard memory is not intended as a permanent solution for storing your images and videos. The onboard memory cannot be transferred or backed up onto an SD card.

Insert an SD card with label facing up into the RedAlert/BlueAlert DVR. The DVR accepts SD cards up to 2GB. Once the card is inserted the DVR will save recordings to the SD card. You can playback images on a monitor directly from the RedAlert/BlueAlert or insert the card into a card reader on your computer to view recordings. Recordings are saved as AVI for videos and JPEG for still images.

SDSD

Note: When an SD card is inserted, an icon appears showing it is detected by the RedAlert/BlueAlert. All images will now be recorded to the SD card.

SDSD

Red haze over picture:

In some cases where the sun shines into the front of the camera a faint red glow can be seen. Move the camera to a shaded location, or fit a hood to stop sunlight entering the camera lens directly.

Foreground is dark while background is too bright:

If the camera is looking from a dark area towards a light area in some cases the automatic exposure can find it difficult to balance the image correctly. Change the location of the

If onboard memory or SD memory is full, the DVR will automatically overwrite the oldest images or video first ensuring the DVR keeps recording.

Changing the Wireless Camera Channel on Your DVR

To change wireless channels on your DVR, push the SET button on the front casing. The light indicates the current wireless channel i.e. CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4. Push the display button (DISP) to change views between your wired and wireless cameras.

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