Swann SWNVK-460KH2-AU Quick Guide

The Setup Wizard EN

Welcome to the Setup Wizard! The Setup Wizard automatically runs the first time you start your NVR and will guide you through all the important

settings you need to get up and working. Please be patient as it can take a moment for the wizard to appear after turning on your NVR.

During the wizard you will:

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• Change Wi-Fi settings

• Choose a language

• Select a video standard

• Select a time zone

• Change display resolution

• Adjust the system time and
date

This quick start guide gives you the choice of configuring
your NVR to run in “AP” mode or “Station” mode. “AP” is the

default mode of operation and the recommended method of
configuration. In this mode the included cameras communicate di­rectly with the NVR with no configuration required, however a cable
connection to your router is required for Internet access. In “Sta­tion” mode the NVR and cameras connect to your Wi-Fi network.
This gives you the freedom of placing the NVR in different locations
without being tethered to your router. Wi-Fi booster devices can
also be used to extend the overall coverage allowing you to mount
the cameras that were once outside the range of the NVR.

• Select settings for Daylight
Savings

• Configure an email account
for alert notifications

• Create a new security code
for the NVR

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Introduction 1

Please follow the instructions in the “Getting to know your NVR (blue
colour)” quick start guide before commencing the Setup Wizard.

Before proceeding to the Setup Wizard, you need to enable each check­box for the equipment required. It’s recommended to have the NVR and
cameras close by during setup before doing a permanent installation.

AP Mode - If you would like to setup your NVR in this mode follow the

instructions on page 3. Please make sure the NVR is connected to your
router using the provided Ethernet cable and that each camera is con­nected to the power adapter using the provided power splitter.

Station Mode - To setup in this mode follow the instructions on page 4.

Please make sure the NVR is connected to your router using the pro­vided Ethernet cable. There is an additional Ethernet cable to connect
one of the cameras to your router. If you have additional Ethernet cables
on hand, use these to connect each camera to your router. Make sure
that each camera is connected to the power adapter using the provided
power splitter.

Click “Proceed” to continue.

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Wi-Fi Configuration - AP Mode 2

AP mode allows wire­less communication
with the provided
cameras, however
the NVR must be con­nected to your router
using the provided
Ethernet cable for an
Internet connection
and for remote ac­cess using the Swan­nView Link mobile
app and for Windows.

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Click the dialogue
box to access the on­screen keyboard. Click
the “abc” button to
change from lower­case to uppercase and
click again to change
to number input only.

1. Click “Hide SSID” to hide the presence of the NVR from computer and

mobile devices over Wi-Fi. This is optional but it will increase the overall
security of your NVR if it is enabled.

2. Create a key that you are familiar with (it can be a mixture of numbers

and letters) or use the same key that you use to connect your comput­er and mobile devices to your Wi-Fi network. Click the “abc” button to
change from lowercase to uppercase and click again to change to num­ber input only. Uncheck “Show Key” if you want the key to be invisible.

3. Sometimes Wi-Fi products can conflict with each other or decrease

the available coverage if they share the same channel number. This can

relate to your own Wi-Fi router or other Wi-Fi products within your vicin­ity. Check the settings for your Wi-Fi router to see what channel number
is used and select a different channel number for your NVR. If the Wi-Fi
coverage hasn’t improved or has deteriorated, try selecting a different
channel number.

4. Click the next button (triangle). Take note of the warning message

that appears then click “OK”. This will take you to the next step in the
Setup Wizard. All cameras will disconnect from the NVR momentarily.
Don’t worry this is normal. After a moment or two, all cameras will re­connect to the NVR.

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Wi-Fi Configuration - Station Mode

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1. WIFI Mode - Click this to change to “Station” mode. Take note of the

warning message that appears then click “OK” to reboot the NVR. When
the NVR has rebooted you will see the introduction page again. Enable
each checkbox and click “Proceed” to continue.

2. SSID - The NVR and the camera(s) can now be configured to your Wi-

Fi network. Click the “Scan” button. Your Wi-Fi router will be displayed
(see above screenshot). You may also see other Wi-Fi routers within
your vicinity. Select your Wi-Fi router then click “OK”.

3. Key - For the “Key”, input the password for your Wi-Fi router. This will

be the same key that you use to connect your computer and mobile de-

vices to your Wi-Fi network. Click “Show Key” to display your password
so you confirm that you have input it correctly.

You’re now ready to sync the Wi-Fi settings to the camera(s). Continue
and follow the instructions below.

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Wi-Fi Configuration - Station Mode (cont.)

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4. Sync - Click the “Sync” button. The camera(s) connected to your rout-

er will be displayed (see above screenshot). Click the checkbox to select
the camera(s), click the “Sync” button then click “OK”.

5. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the LAN connection on the cam-

era(s). The camera(s) will momentarily disconnect then reconnect. If
you’re syncing a single camera at a time, connect the Ethernet cable
to the LAN connection, click the “Refresh” button and repeat the above
step until all cameras have been synced. When the last camera has
been synced to the NVR click the “Finish” button.

6. If required, you can disconnect the Ethernet cable from the NVR so it

can communicate with your Wi-Fi network. A green Wi-Fi icon will ap­pear at the top right indicating the NVR’s Wi-Fi signal strength.

7. Click the next button (triangle) to continue.

Due to the variances in Wi-Fi networking technology and the loca­tion that you are in, the overall playback quality may change when
running in “Station” mode.

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General Configuration 5

1. Language - Choose a language you would like the system menu to be

displayed in. In addition to the default English selection, both Spanish
and French languages are available.

2. Video Standard - Select the correct video standard for your country.

USA, Canada and some Latin American countries use NTSC. UK, Aus­tralia and New Zealand use PAL.

3. Time Zone - Select a time zone relevant to your region.

4. Resolution - Select a resolution that is suitable for your HDTV or Mon-

itor. 1920 x 1080 resolution provides you with the best display quality.

UID & QR Code - This is a unique ID number for your NVR. You will use

this later when configuring the mobile app and Windows software. You
can access this anytime by clicking the “Setup Wizard” button on the
Menu Bar.

7. Click the next button (triangle) to continue.

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