Swann FlashlightDVR SW244-TDV User manual

FlashlightDVR™

USER MANUAL

SW244-TDV

Before You Begin

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEAND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: Important notice about correct usage of the power adapter

The correct orientation for the enclosed power adapter is in a vertical or floor mount position.

FCC WARNING STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation

Important Notice

All jurisdictions have specific laws and regulations regarding 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.

Technical Support

Swann Technical Support is available for any inquiries you may have.

Website: www.swannsecurity.com

USA/Canada: 1-800-627-2799, 1-877-274-3695

Australia: 1300 13 8324

Email: [email protected]

I. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Swann FlashlightDVR™. This manual details the operation

of the product. Please read it carefully and keep it for future reference.

The Swann FlashlightDVR is an innovative ALL-IN-ONE PORTABLE solution for

Flashlight, Camera and Digital Video Recorder. It is ideal for instant MPEG4 Video

Recording for Security Applications.

II. Features

- High powered White LED flashlight

- Highly Durable with precision tooled aluminum housing

- Compact size and portable DVR System

- Support up to 2GB external Mini SD Card flash storage

- MPEG4 Video Recording

- Support 1.5 Hours VGA recording with 1 GB Mini SD card

- Built-in CMOS Color VGA Sensor (640x480)

- Night Vision support

- Backup using USB1.1 compatible interface

- Easy operation with one touch control

- LCD Status Display with backlight

- Clock Display

- Built-in Ni-MH Charger (12V input)

III. Package Contents

1 x FlashlightDVR

1 x USB Cable

1 x User Manual

1 x 12V AC-DC Adaptor for Charging

1 x Charger for Cigarette Adapter

IV. FlashlightDVR Layout

V. Before Use

Remove the end cap of the FlashlightDVR™ and install 3 C-size Ni-MH rechargeable

batteries or 3 C-size alkaline batteries (not included). Tighten the end cap after installing

the batteries.

VI. FlashlightDVR™ Control Panel

There are 4 buttons on the control panel as below:

1. Flashlight button

2. Function button

3. Record button

4. Snapshot button

VII. LCD Display

VIII. Modes of Operation

1) Time/Date Setup

When batteries are installed in the unit, the Time Display Mode appears as shown

below:

A. Date Display

Press Function button to enter Date Display mode. By default,

2007-January-01 will display as below:

Press the Function button again to go back to Time Display mode.

B. Time Adjustment

In Time Display mode, hold the Function button for 2 seconds to enter the

Time edit mode. The number indicating Hour will flash and can be edited

using and buttons. Press button will increase the number by 1

while press button will decrease by 1. Press the Function button to

move to change the Minutes. Use the and buttons to change the

minutes. Press the Function button to edit the Seconds.

Once all adjustments are complete, press the Function button to save all

changes and return to Time Display Mode.

C. Date Adjustment

When viewing the date, press and hold the Function button for 2 seconds

to enter the Date edit mode. The number indicating the Year will flash and can

be changed using and buttons. Press button will increase the

number by 1 while press button will decrease by 1. Press the Function

button to change to Month edit. Use the arrows as above. Press the

Function button again to change to Day edit and use the arrows to adjust.

When you have finished making changes press the Function button again

to save and exit Date Adjustment mode.

2) Battery Indicator

The battery indicator appears in the upper left area of

the display. When the indicator is empty the

FlashlightDVR™ will no longer function properly and

requires charging or battery replacement (if using

alkaline batteries).

One bar indicates the batteries are low and require

charging or replacement as soon as possible.

The battery level is normal and will have 2 slots lit up

on the Battery Indicator.

A full Battery Indicator indicates the battery is fully

charged and ready for use.

3) Flashlight

The unit has 3 levels of brightness, Low, Medium and High.

When batteries are installed in the unit the flashlight defaults to OFF mode.

Press Flashlight button repeatedly to cycle through the various brightness

levels:

Low Medium High

 

OFF

4) Using a Mini-SD Card

The FlashlightDVR supports 128MB to 2GB Mini-SD Cards. When the Mini-SD Card

is installed the unit will automatically select the Mini-SD Card as the storage media.

If Mini-SD Card is not installed the unit will use the internal 100MB out of 128MB

memory for Video and Snapshot storage.

Insert the Mini-SD card into the Min-SD card slot as shown below. Please make

sure the orientation of Mini-SD card is correct.

5) Snapshot Mode

To enter the snapshot mode, press and hold the button for 2 seconds. The

LCD will display the SD Card data indicator and flash for approximately 10 seconds:

After the data indicator disappears, the unit enters snapshot mode, with the LCD

displaying 0 as below:

Point the camera to the object and then press button to take a photo. The data

indicator will flash under the SD logo:

Once the DVR has finished processing the image, a number 1 will appear under

REC indicating 1 picture has been saved:

Press button again to take a second picture. The data indicator will flash and

REC will indicate 2 pictures have been stored:

If you want to quit snapshot mode, Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to

return to Time display.

NOTE: When taking photos at night, ensure the flashlight level is set to off in order

for infrared LEDs to turn on. Taking photos with the light on will overexpose the

image and appear as a white image

6) Video/Audio Recording

To enter the video/audio recording mode, press and hold button for 2 seconds.

The LCD will display the SD Card data indicator and will flash for approximately 10

seconds:

After the data indicator disappears, the unit enters the video/audio recording mode,

with LCD displaying 0 as below:

Point the FlashlightDVR at an object and then press the button to start the

video/audio recording. The data indicator will flash under the SD logo:

Once the data indicator disappears the video will begin to record and the timer will

start counting:

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