Remote-access Guide

how to set up swann dvr for remote access

by Prof. Kristina Kreiger Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Quickly set up your system, record, and remotely view video remotely from the security cameras via the tablet and smart phone app. Just download the app for your Swann DVR or NVR model, scan the QR code sticker on the DVR or NVR to link/pair the DVR or NVR with your smartphone or tablet to start seeing the images from the cameras.

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How to connect Swann DVR to laptop?

VGA Setup

  • Take one end of your VGA cable.
  • Examine the back panel of your recorder and connect it to the port labeled VGA.
  • Take the other end of your VGA cable.
  • Examine the back panel of your TV/monitor and look for a port that resembles the one on your recorder. ...
  • Power on the screen first.

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How do I connect my Swann DVR to Internet?

There are a few basic things you will need in order to get started.

  • Live Internet Connection. This can come from any internet service provider in your area. ...
  • Router. A Router is a device which forwards the data between your network connections. ...
  • Ethernet Cables. These are usually sold as CAT5 (Category 5) cables which are used to connect you to the internet. ...
  • DVR with the ability to be remotely viewed. ...
  • Monitor. ...

How to setup DVR to remote viewing security camera system?

Local Area Network (LAN) DVR Viewer Access

  • Install the most recent version of the Integrated Remote Station by downloading it from our website here: Integrated Remote Station Download. ...
  • Save the file "JPEG-IRS-Setup.exe" to your windows desktop or select run. ...
  • Once the installation is complete, an icon will be created on your Windows desktop to launch the Integrated Remote Station. ...

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How to set up Swann smartphone remote viewing port opening?

  • It will open a window that can let you edit the settings.
  • Change the Register Mode to UID.
  • Type the UID code of your DVR or NVR to the right.
  • Change the password with the password you set on your DVR or NVR.
  • Click OK to save the settings then proceed to changing stream settings.

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How do I access my Swann DVR from another computer?

There's an easy way to access your Swann DVR or NVR on a computer via the HomeSafe View software. You can add your security system to the software and view your security cameras locally or remotely from your PC/laptop.

How do I connect my Swann DVR to my phone?

0:003:01SwannView Plus App Setup for Mobiles - User Guide - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe plus symbol in the top right corner to add your DVR. Then tap the QR code button and use yourMoreThe plus symbol in the top right corner to add your DVR. Then tap the QR code button and use your smartphone's camera to scan the QR sticker on the DVR. This automatically populates the UID.

How do I find the IP address of my Swann DVR?

Click on “Open the SwannEye Search Tool”, it will open the following window: Click “Search (F3)”, it will search for connected cameras within the same network. If it finds any cameras, it will be listed in the Device list. Select a camera device, the camera's IP address will be displayed on the right-hand side.

How do I add another phone to my Swann Security account?

If your phone is not on the same network, you can pair your Swann device remotely. Tap Pair Device > Start > Manual Entry, then: • Enter the Device ID. You can find the Device ID on the QR code sticker located on your Swann device, or • Tap the QR code icon and scan the QR code sticker located on your Swann device.

How do I connect my phone to my DVR?

0:266:00How to connect to a DVR using an Android Phone - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe TCP port of the DVR. And the username and password to. Start we're going to click this iconMoreThe TCP port of the DVR. And the username and password to. Start we're going to click this icon right here on the top left corner. We're going to go to device manager we're gonna click Add.

Why is my Swann DVR not connecting to my phone?

If your Swann device (e.g., DVR) is not detected, make sure your phone is connected to same network (i.e., same router via Wi-Fi) as your Swann device. If you have one Swann device only, the app will automatically proceed to the next screen.

What is the admin password for Swann?

“12345”The default, all-access username is “admin”, the default password is “12345”.

Can you connect Swann DVR to WIFI?

Use the USB Wi-Fi Antenna to replace the network cable connecting the DVR/NVR to the internet router. Going wireless on the network connection lets you choose more secretive spots to hide your DVR/NVR, as it no longer needs to reach the router via cable, making your video evidence more secure.

What is the port number for Swann DVR?

Media Port: The default value is “9000”.

Can you use another app for Swann security cameras?

Other Security Apps for Swann Cameras All of Swann's new products are compatible with the Swann Security App creating a complete security ecosystem. We're always refining our technologies and products made before 2019 still require other Swann apps.

Do you have to pay for Swann Security app?

No, you won't have to pay any monthly fees with Swann. The company sells devices only, so there's no professional monitoring or cellular backup available.

Where is QR code on Swann camera?

The QR code's location is generally found on the top of the device. If your phone can't scan the QR code, tap the Manual Pair button at the bottom of the QR code scanning screen.

Can I connect my Swann DVR to the internet wirelessly?

Going wireless on the network connection lets you choose more secretive spots to hide your DVR/NVR, as it no longer needs to reach the router via cable, making your video evidence more secure.

How do I connect my Swann security to my WIFI?

1:102:34Swann Smart Security Camera - Camera Setup - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd select connect. Now go to your Mobile's Wi-Fi settings and select the network name Swann cam.MoreAnd select connect. Now go to your Mobile's Wi-Fi settings and select the network name Swann cam. Next select next in the app will connect to the camera.

How do I connect my DVR to WiFi?

0:473:10How to Connect a CCTV DVR to a Wireless Router - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe DVR is hardwired to my wireless bridge using a cat5e cable. I am using an AP 3500 for my Wi-FiMoreThe DVR is hardwired to my wireless bridge using a cat5e cable. I am using an AP 3500 for my Wi-Fi bridge which is a multi-purpose wireless.

Does Swann DVR need Internet?

Do you need internet for Swann cameras? Swann security cameras require an internet connection. The company's wired cameras use a cable to transmit an internet connection, while the wireless cameras connect wirelessly.

What does DHCP stand for in DVR?

As you can see, the DHCP is enabled in this DVR. DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, which means your router can give an IP address to the DVR as long as this option is enabled. ==> If you want to have remote access from the Internet to any type of DVR or IP camera, get the Ultimate Security Camera Guide Volume 2. And that's it.

Can you connect a Swann DVR to the internet?

You can connect your Swann DVR to the Internet and have remote access to it using a web browser, software, or smartphone. It's just a question of having the correct configuration.

How to access DVR from outside network?

The default username is admin and the password is admin. Click login, then you will see the page of your Web Service. To access the DVR from outside the network or externally, the steps will be the same but the IP address will be your external IP address.

How to know if your DVR is on the same network as your home network?

First, you must review your network scheme to identify if your DVR or IPC (IP camera) is within the same network scheme as your Home/Office Network. There are a few ways to identify your network by simply going to the “Command Prompt” in your Windows PC.

What does success port 37777 mean?

As you can see, I am testing the port 37777. The result says SUCCESS! That means that the port is properly forward to the DVR TCP port. You can do the same steps to test the HTTP port of the DVR.

What is the default IP address for a router?

For example Linksys routers (better known as Cisco) use a default IP addresses of 192.168.1.1, other manufacturers will use 192.168.1.254. This info you will be able to find by identifying your network scheme like I ...

What is the IP address of a DVR?

By default ALL of our recorders and IP cameras have the same IP address. The default IP address is 192.168.1.108.

What happens if you assign an IP address to a DVR?

This is due to the fact that if you assign an IP address to the DVR, NVR or IP camera that is already being used by a computer (hard wired or wireless), printer, or even a wireless handheld device you will have a collision in your network and you will not be able to access the device. In the next step I will show you how to see what IP addresses are available for you to use with your Digital Video Recorder.

How to find out if an IP address is being used by another device?

To find out if an IP address on your network is being used by another device, you can simply “ping” the IP address in mind and see if you get a reply back.

Adding a Swann DVR to the HomeSafe View software

Step 1. Open HomeSafe View software on your computer. You’ll see the login screen. If it asks you to log in, just click on Login and type in the password you set for the software.

The computer is not on the same network

If the computer is not on the same network, click on Add Device and you should see the window below. Enter the information needed. It should look something like this: Once you are done, click on Add and proceed to import the cameras (next section).

Importing the Swann cameras to HomeSafe View software

Once added, the Swann DVR will now be listed at the left. Click on Import All to add all cameras to the right with the Group name of DefaultGroup.

How to view the cameras on HomeSafe View software

To view the cameras, you need to go to Main View. To do so, go back to the Control Panel > Main View. Just click and drag DefaultGroup to the right to load all of the channels. You can open up any camera you want and you’ll be able to see the live view.

How to check your IP address on a DVR?

From any computer on the same network as the DVR you can check your IP by going to ipchicken.com or whatsmyip.com . That will give you your current public IP address and it should stay the same at least long enough to test your remote viewing.

What port is DVR on?

In other words, when you try to connect to your DVR from a remote location using your external IP address, that "request" is coming into your modem on port 80. This can not be changed. There is a very complicated work around for this which is way beyond the scope of this forum and against most ISP's terms of use policy. Those Internet providers will force you to purchase business class Internet access to allow traffic on port 80 .

Is network support included in the price?

AS mentioned in the previous reply, those of us that do this for a living see this all the time. When we sell and install a system, this type of network support is included in the price ( our experience, etc. ).

How to connect to DVR?

Connect to Your DVR Internally Using Internet Explorer. You should now be able to connect to your DVR internally within your network. This is a bit different from connecting to it externally. You will use the Static Internal IP Address and Port number that you configured on your DVR in order to do this.

How to connect to DVR from outside?

When you have the ability to connect from outside of the network you are in, type in your Public IP Address into the URL bar on Internet explorer and make sure to add the ‘:88’ at the end. You should see the ActiveX web service prompt. If you are able to connect to the DVR internally but are unable to once you are outside of that network, it will more than likely be a port forwarding issue. Check your settings and try again.

How to log into my router?

Log in to your router using the gateway IP address and username and password that has been set to it. By default, most routers have their default gateway IP address set to 192.168.1.1. This is what you will type into the URL bar of your browser. Once you put that in and hit Enter, a window should pop up asking you to log in. If you haven’t made any changes you should be able to put ‘admin’ into the username and ‘admin’ into the password field as well. Some Routers may have their password defaulted to ‘password’. You will have to check your router manual or with your network administrator to be sure. You can also search on Google to find out the defaults.

How to connect to the internet on a router?

Connect your modem to the internet port on your router. Usually your router will have one port for the internet connection. This port is usually away from the other ports on the back of the router which are for the devices which will be connecting to the internet. Use a cat5 cable for this connection.

How to connect to DVR externally?

In order for you to connect to your DVR internally or externally within your network, you’re going to have to make sure that your browser is able to download the web service from the DVR. Just go to Tools > Internet Options > Security. IE Tools Menu. In this tab, you will see a button that says Custom Level.

What is the HTTP port for DVR?

HTTP PORT: 88 (You can use port 80 but there are some Internet Service providers which block the use of port 80. I usually just change it to be on the safe side.) DVR Network Settings Menu. Configure Your Browser’s Security Settings In Order To Download the DVR Web Service.

How to port forward a DVR?

Forward the Ports. Find the window or tab that is either called ‘port forwarding’ or ‘apps and gaming’. Go ahead and add a new port forwarding rule. The application name field is where you will put in anything you want that is descriptive to the device you’re port forwarding. In this case you can just put in “DVRWEB” to signify the DVR Web Service connection. External Port can be 88 (or whatever port you set it to on step 2), Internal Port is also set to 88, Protocol will be ‘both’ tcp/udp and the Device IP will be the IP of the DVR. In this case you will make sure it’s ‘192.168.1.110’. Make sure the rule is enabled by checking the box if there is one and save the rule. Then do the same for your TCP And UDP ports that were set on the DVR.You should have:

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