Swann SW242-WRA, SW242-WDV, SW244-WDS, SW244-WDW User Manual
™
Advanced security made easy
Single Channel Security
™
TM
RedAlert
Monitoring Kit
Operating Instructions
SW242-WDV / SW242-WRA
SW244-WDS / SW244-WDW
www.swannsecurity.com
SR242-WDV-10006-060809
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Before You Begin
FCC Verifi cation:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
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 NOTE: Prohibition against eavesdropping
Except for the operations of law enforcement offi cers 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: Modifi cations not approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
· Make sure product is fi xed correctly and stable if fastened in place
· Do not operate if wires and terminals are exposed
WARNING: IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CORRECT USE OF POWER ADAPTOR
The correct orientation for the enclosed power adaptor is a vertical or fl oor mount
position. Orienting the power adaptor in any other way will jeopardize the performance of the unit and/or create a high risk of malfunction and damage to surrounding environment.
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Table of Contents
Before you Begin 2
Package Contents 3
Overview 4
Layout of the RedAlert 5
TM
Using and Installing the Wired PNP-50
Using and Installing the Wireless Camera 7
Connecting Power and Cameras 8
Attaching the RedAlert to a Television 8
Motion Detection 9
Viewing Live Images 9
Capture Format and Quality Settings 10
Wireless Cameras and Interference 11
Advanced Motion Detection Settings 12 - 13
Playback Images and Videos 14
Accessing Images/Videos via a Computer 15
Troubleshooting 16 - 17
Tips and Tricks 18
Technical Specifi cations 19
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Package Contents
INCLUDED:
RedAlert Receiver/Recorder
Antenna
Instruction Manual
DVR Power Supply (5V)
Video In Cable
Video Out Cable
Theft Deterrent Stickers x 4
OPTIONALLY INCLUDED:
Wireless Camera
Wired PNP-50TM Camera
Camera Power Supply (12V)
SD Card
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Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the RedAlert! This single channel video
recorder is a terrifi c value for money security solution, as well as being easy to
install, use and transport from location to location. Practically fi tting into the palm
of your hand is a neat feature as well!
Before we get into the nitty-gritty of learning how to install, confi gure and use the
RedAlert, let’s just take a moment to discuss its features, strengths and limitations,
so you can get the most out of your RedAlert.
How it Works
The RedAlert will record video or still images directly to an SD card, and it can be
confi gured to do this whenever it detects motion in the view of its camera.
It is an ideal monitoring solution for guarding specifi c security vulnerabilities
around the home or small offi ce. Some suggested applications include monitoring
the front or back door, a main hallway, or a courtyard or balcony. If there is a single,
specifi c location that you wish to safeguard, the RedAlert is the perfect solution.
By correctly confi guring the motion detection settings, and using a 1GB – 2GB SD
card (available separately) you can get the RedAlert to function autonomously for
up to months at a time!
A few key points to remember:
The • RedAlert can use SD cards up to 2GB in capacity. It will not work with
larger SD cards, as these conform to the SDHC standard, which is incompatible
with the RedAlert. This is not much of a limitation, really. A 2GB SD card will
record over 3, 500 ten second videos, or more than 60, 000 still images.
The RedAlert can monitor a maximum of two cameras at once (one of •
which must be wired, the other one wireless) but can record only one.
Savvy users might have already noticed that the RedAlert has four wireless channels
– the RedAlert is not recommended for multiple wireless cameras! See page 11 for
more information about why we’ve included multiple camera channels.
Though it is remarkably effi cient hardware for its size and cost, the • RedAlert is a
miniature, self contained, entry-level video recording unit. It will (unfortunately)
not operate like the mythical technology shown on television shows like CSI
or 24 (we really wanted it to, but it turns out that sort of technology costs
millions of dollars and doesn’t really work that well in real life, anyway). Bear
this is mind when placing your camera(s): the closer the camera is to the
action you want to capture, the more detail you’re going to get. For
example, if you want to capture a vehicle registration tag, you’ll have to have
the camera within about a dozen feet (about 4 meters) from the vehicle to
capture the required detail.
The • RedAlert is a single channel recorder. It will only record one video/
image at a time. It can display two cameras at once, but, due to the limitations
of the speed at which it can process images and write them to an SD card, it
can only record one channel at a time.
If you’re using your • RedAlert with a wireless camera, be sure to read the section
on page 11 on interference and how you can avoid it when you confi gure your
system.
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Layout of the RedAlert
Channel 1, 2, 3, 4 LEDs: Displays which wireless channel the RedAlert is confi gured
to receive. This is in no way automated, and the RedAlert will only receive images
from one wireless camera at a time. To change the channel that the RedAlert is
monitoring, press the SET button.
SET: Changes the wireless channel that the RedAlert will monitor. This is the only
way to change the wireless channel – there is no function to cycle automatically, as
the RedAlert was, simply, not designed for use with multiple wireless cameras.
MODE: Switches between RECORDING MODE and PLAYBACK MODE.
SNAP: Commands the RedAlert to capture a still image or video immediately,
using the current recording mode and quality settings.
DISP (Display): Changes the viewing mode from wired to wireless camera, or vice
versa.
MENU: Opens the MAIN MENU. The functions of the MAIN MENU are covered in
much more detail later in this manual (the whole second half, actually!).
ARROWS: Used to navigate when in the MENU, and as SHORTCUT buttons at
other times.
OK: Used to select items whilst in the MENU.
SD CARD SLOT: Where you put the SD cards you want to record to. The RedAlert
can record to SD cards up to 2GB in capacity. Be sure that the write protection tab
on the SD card is set to off.
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About the Wired PNP-50
Your RedAlert may have come with the wired PNP50TM. If so, read on to learn about your camera
and how best to install it!
The PNP-50TM captures color images during the
day, and switches to black & white at night. It can
see up to 16ft (5m) in the dark using its built-in
infrared LEDs.
Of course, if your RedAlert did not come with the
PNP-50TM, and you don’t have a wired camera
attached to the RedAlert already, there’s no reason
you can’t purchase one and add it to your security
system. The PNP-50TM makes a great partner to
the RedAlert - and it’s stylish!
Installing the Wired PNP-50
1. Select the position for your camera
It’s a great idea to plug the YELLOW RCA connector into
a TV and hook the BLACK connector up to the power
supply whilst deciding your cameras position, as you can
see exactly what the camera sees as you experiment.
2. Attach the camera
Use the screw holes on the base, and use appropriate type of screw for the surface
you’re mounting the camera on. Be sure to mount the camera so that the lens is
upright - otherwise your images will be upside down! If attaching the camera to
the ceiling or mounting it high on a wall, align the lens upright (as shown above).
3. Attach the power supply (12V)
The power attaches to the BLACK
connector. The YELLOW connector
attaches to the VIDEO IN lead on the
RedAlert.
Note: The PNP-50 is for indoor use only,
and is not weather resistant. Moisture, dust
and fl uctuations in temperature will cause
undesirable results.
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