Record each camera in 5MP resolution, then play back either on your SmartPhone or using the included HDMI cable attached to a compatible TV. (Also supports VGA output, cable not supplied.)
In addition to viewing from your TV it is easy to view recorded and real time footage from your SmartPhone or Tablet using the SwannView Link App* available for iOS and Android.
Install is quick and easy - install the app, scan the QR code sticker on your CCTV system & start viewing.
* For remote viewing via SmartPhone this CCTV system requires a broadband internet connection with a router that includes one free wired network port. SmartPhone must be iOS 6.0 and above or Android 4.0 and above.
Upload still images to your Dropbox account, allowing you to access snapshots from your security cameras online - even if your security system is stolen.
The 2TB hard drive is chosen especially for continuously recording months worth of video.
By using a USB memory stick or external hard drive you can backup recorded footage from the Hybrid DVR and transfer to other devices or pass on to others should the need arise.
Use our Recording Time Calculator to determine how many days storage you can expect from this 4 camera, 2TB hard drive, 5MP CCTV system. If using motion detection we generally advise setting the most commonly used camera to 4 hours. We have set all other cameras to 2 hours as an estimate, but you can change this below to suit your needs.
* Based on using the default settings; system will begin to overwrite existing footage once storage is full.
Cameras | Recording Hours / Day |
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24 | |
Max Recording Time: {{ getTotalDays(cameras.slice(0, 4), res, '2TB') | roundWhole }} days* {{ getTotalDays(cameras.slice(0, 4), res, '2TB', 24) | roundWhole }} days* |
First time ever I've installed cctv.Found this to be a great system, the camera picture quality is excellent,for a diy system. Easy to install and setup with step by step instructions.
The build quality of both the cameras and the dvr unit are excellent.
The system comes with ample cable to position the dvr in father the loft or any other room within the home.
The system has the facility to be able to mask areas so no intrusion on your neighbours and your able to easily set up the areas for the pir to alert you via the app on any movement detected. The app itself allows you to easily view live feed from any or all cameras anywhere you have internet connection.
Its a Fabulous system and would recommend to anyone.
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Very good product and very straight forward and easy to fit your self, only gripe hard drive could be quiter Not to be put in your Bedroom.
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worked fine to a point,app on my phone works sometimes when i am away from home but not other times.whats that all about?.app working the cameras seems to be not very good.was able to see where the cameras were pointed at night,then after that there was just a foggy picture.dont buy these cameras as the cameras are fine but the app seems to be almost useless.
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Swann DVR8-4980 8 Channel 5 Megapixel - 4 Camera True Detect CCTV Kit Great system and price very easy to install Very easy to set with the built in wizard all worked first time, good length to cable runs.
Smart looking. Well made. The quality of the pictures is excellent no special knowledge needed Good 24/7 technical helpdesk I like the components will purchase extra cameras.
The PIR detection is good Best of all the software is very comprehensive and no issues logging in on my iPhone or iPad.
If you want a great priced CCTV then look no further I'm so pleased with my purchase HIGHLY RECOMMEND
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After a lot of research I decided to buy the Swann CCTV system mainly due to the picture quality of 5 mega pixel thermal cameras.
Item delivered next day at no extra cost.
Very easy to set-up, just needed a hand to hold the ladder when i put the cameras up.
Downloaded the app onto my Iphone and Ipad, scanned the code on the box and it was all set-up, can also cast from my phone to the main TV
I have also connected a pc screen to the DVR box, picture quality is amazing and playback is easy on all devices
Will be buying another for the parent’s house , can’t find it priced anywhere cheaper than Safe!!!!
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Rubbish. It does not do as it says on the advertising regards quality of picture on night vision. it states quality of image, upto 30M away, I cant even see the number plate from the 5MP HD bullet cameras supplied only 3 meters from the camera lens. It shows white only no number plate or detail recognition.
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I cannot fault the Swann DVR-4980 8 Channel 5 Megapixel 4 camera CCTV Kit, I had another version of this type and decided I was going to upgrade, I'm glad I did.
After installing with the greatest of ease I decided to add the cameras from my old system to my new system and they worked perfectly.
Our whole house is now covered with an amazing view of all the cameras linked to the DVR, brilliant.
My wife and I are both amazed at the clarity on both day and night vision and the ease to being able to look back over the last month at any time of day or night, incredible.
If anyone out there are looking for a great system to cover all your needs regarding security Swann is the place to start. No mistake.
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Very y happy with the product. Easy to install, clear and crisp image,good quality, value gor money.
Fast delivery, great experience.
Thank you SAFE TEAM.
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Effective solution for video security on our home. Provides peace of mind and allows for us to see what’s going on whether we are there or not, through the useful HomeSafe app. Would certainly recommend this product.
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Easy to install, setup and use.
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Product was absolutely brilliant works perfect and easy to set up at my home the service was just as good i ordered around 11AM and my camera kit arrived the very next morning, excellent rapid service !!
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I was upgrading from an older Swann solution so just needed to swap out the camera's, reused the old wires and replaced the HDD unit - boom came straight up and with the new application was easy to configure, I have since added two more cameras as the record feature is easy to use, picture is clear and playback is useful.
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Excellent product just whst we hoped for
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Excellent system easy to set up
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Does what it says. Simple to set up and use and great quality. App could be a bit better but no big issue at all.
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Very good bright white colour to deter thieves and at night bright red on lens very good picture quality and ease to set up multi adjustments so will go on to any angle I down loaded the manual and printed it so made setting the four cameras up a breeze have got it on my I pad and also on my mobile phone picture quality on phone is very good also picture quality on I pad very good play back on phone or I pad is great Price was good delivery was as they said also have used help desk and found answer very easy
To find on the web sight l am going to get another two I am that impressed you will not be disappointed you do need an I pad or phone to set up cameras as you can’t see the television when finally setting up the neighbours asked if I can see there gardens and cars so have lifted them a bit so can see there’s but you can block parts out that you don’t whant to see I e windows or doors on my neighbours drive but they whanted me to record everything else’s
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Great reliable product. excellent service from 'safe with us'.
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Having tried various other products, a third of which proved to be quite a problematic to set up & not that dependable, plus the fact they were dependant on a more than decent WIFI signal
I came across the Swann system which I found to be great to set up, easy to understand instructions (written in English).
A totally enclosed system, but if required the use of WIFI to connect to your mobile which is also great.
I also had need to call the customer assistance number, because the hub output to my screen was too large. The free phone number to the operator was brilliant no long wait to get through, problem fixed with a very patient operator.
The system has great functions & adjustments, I mainly use the system for wild life observations.
What I really like is the camera ability to jump back 5-10 seconds before the actual sensed movement.
Also the systems various formats to off load any required recorded clips directly to a USB stick for viewing on other devices.
My only regret is I didn't explore the options of being able to record sounds for my video clips using the same manufacturer...
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Great cameras good quality picture, good remote viewing , easy set up
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I needed a cctv system that was totally stand alone, that would function correctly without an internet connection. As it was for a workshop 100 yds away from my home.
I was assured by swann technical that the SWDVK-849804-UK would do just that.
I did not need to see my home getting burgled when I was miles away on holiday.
I downloaded the manual and studied it whilst waiting for the system to arrive, so the setup was relatively simple.
The system went in nicely. The camera brackets are a bit weedy and need a bit of care. I had to order longer cables as the ones supplied are a little short.
Initially I was very impressed with the quality of the video I especially like the zoom facility.
Now because the unit is locked in a steel cabinet, a password was not of any particular interest, however I had to set one. So I chose 123456789 so I could not possibly forget it.
After a few weeks this password appeared to time out and simply would not work. The only option on the system is ‘forgotten you password’ which of course I had not. 123456789!
I could see where this was going; you need the internet to reset your password. This was confirmed by swann technical. Thanks not stand alone then.
So how to get the internet to the cctv unit, 100 yards away in your workshop?
A BT Power Line costing £90, (more expense) did the trick. I reset the password via the link, no big deal.
Then I got the message ‘You must down load the latest firmware’ so I did, and all the operating systems changed completely, so reading the old manual was a total waste of time.
Never mind, I will download the new manual for the new software, except there isn’t one.
I am sure the new firmware will be better, when I find the time to learn it. (A user manual would help}.
Seeing as I was now on line I downloaded the Swan home view app, what a waste of time, it will not work at all on my PC at all and only works once on the tablet, you have to delete the app and re-install it to make it work again for 5 min.
Forget trying to make an account on the Swann Support web page, it is impossible to get past the ‘something went wrong with your application, try again later’.
One of the cameras has developed a cloudy area in the centre on night vision, so that will have to go back. In conclusion I have spent a lot of time and money, and so far I am very disappointed.
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