Swann Pro Series 8 Channel 5MP Super HD DVR with 2TB HDD and 8x 5MP Outdoor Bullet Cameras

SKU: SWDVK849808

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2021-08-10T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Ha Ha Linked?

Just purchased a second cctv system to cover some grounds and stables , it?s fairly remote here and 1st system works over wi fi. The new 5k smart .will not couple up with a TP unit to remote view ? It?s useless . I?ve spent 6 hrs wasting my time and money on a system that?s NOT backed up. Home Safe ha ha ?

Security 2.

2021-01-07T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Update

Had this for about a year and have had no problems whatsoever , however today it asked me if I wanted to download a firmware update which I duly did , lo and behold my system now will not function at all ,blue title screen is all you get , no function whatsoever , customer support was very poor and now awaiting either a replacement or free repair for whatever the update did ! Not happy , no security system for lord knows how long now !

Unhappy Y.

2020-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Piece Of Kit

Purchased this for a bit of DIY home surveillance, and I'm glad I did, This was the first time having a CCTV system and boy am I impressed. setting it up was a 'breeze', just follow the instructions it's that easy. if you're looking for a 'pocket friendly' home CCTV system, then I would highly recommend this one. Also picture quality is very good at 5mp, even when viewing remotely on a tablet and phone, I don't live in what you would call a 'high crime area', however this system gives me peace of mind (not to nail a cliche that when I'm away from my property I can still keep an eye on it. In a nutshell, if you're on a tight budget this would be a good purchase, £ for £ or $ for $ you won't be disappointed.

Chinadoll

2020-08-19T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

vivide images

I installed this system and was very pleased with the resolution of the images.The system was short one of the one to 4 power cords so we contacted Swann. The system is not as user friendly as I hoped but watching YouTube videos is helpful. Overall pleased with system, 3 set screws to adjust just about any postion/angle you want.

vern

2020-06-28T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice and simple, clear pics - Android is buggy

Simple to use, works well from desktop. Android app is buggy - if it is running and you switch to it, no cameras are found. Each time you switch away from the camera view to another app it is necessary to kill the Homeview app and restart to get images. Otherwise, aside from this minor irritation, seems very good.

BBBB

2020-05-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Replacement for 2048 dvr

Works fine. I replaced 2048 DVR system. Original cameras worked fine with new model DVR.

RFD1

2020-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

I bought this three days ago. Personal love how clear the video is compared to my old Swann. Which we had ten years and never any problems. Highly recom mend

Spanky

2019-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

great system

i bought these myself was easy to install and setup basic plug and play easy to use so simple the hardest part is getting the cables were you want them

ramslt

2019-11-30T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Micro Adjustments Super Suck

The cameras themselves hopefully hold up, but installing & adjusting were a nightmare. Prior Swann system had Allen wrench adjustments, but some genius used Phillip screws for adjustments on camera & they’re awful. Wanted to return but was too deep into installation. Instructions show Allen wrench but that’s not what these cameras have.

emp1970

2019-11-28T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Poor Quality Picture and useless app

The picture quality is not HD!!!! - you can barely recognise faces. Licence plates are vitually unrecognisable, it is definately not crystal clear five megapixel resolution. To top it up the Swann HomeSafeView app is absolutely useless. What a waste of money and time and effort installling it. Absolutely useless system. Don,t waste your money on this system.Do your research and purchase something better for the price. Useless support. Still waiting for callback

Praf

2019-11-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Glad I bought, awesome views

hogrider

2019-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Cameras

This replaced an older Swann system and the camera color is much more vivid. This appears to be a good system for the price.

DonH

2019-09-20T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

not bad :)

Hello CCTV work real well box make a bit of noise but not too much. Setting up is easy and when you get along with the option is easy to navigate. Mobile app cold be better and send notification better but you have an email system in place as main alert for motion detectors. Overall am happy with it :)

Shemek

2019-09-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality 5MP 8 channel security system

I purchased this system after reading many reviews online. Delivery was quick & the quality good. Installation and set up is a breeze with image quality very clear. Totally satisfied, I have added a couple more cameras. Very highly recommended, I would definitely suggest a Swann system.

icyewe

2019-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

All OK...as usual, ...However see below

All OK...as usual, However my first purchase of a 5 MP cam had an ALL aluminum case and mounting platform,...I am 70 years old, and from the OLD School,...metal was Better then Plastic....the ones I received were Not (old school)....somewhat disappointing.....

TED

2019-07-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

quality products

This is an upgrade to my previous 1080 Swann system which never let me down. the video quality is superb, but not yet examined night images

dgb1

2019-07-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy Setup

I have had Swann Security Systems for over 10 years, and I have watched there Apps and tech get better and better with the years, I brought 2 new DVRs to up grade my 8 camera systems, along with the tech to Google Home them, with older cameras in place along with pan and tilt ones, they both intergraded themselves easily, allowing me a better system and to upgrade cameras when needed, Google Home is not a easy set up and I’am still trying to get that to work, but over all, worth the purchase.

Mungo

2019-06-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great system

The system has been active about a week and I am very happy with the quality of the cameras both day and night quality. Very sharp images. With 8 cameras, my house is covered from all angles.

Kim4

2019-05-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to Install

Very easy to install and set up. Pictures are nice and clear both at day and night. Alerts are emailed through reasonably quickly. These can get a little annoying as we have a spider who triggers a number of false alerts (attached a photo in this review). The sensitivity can be adjusted but it seems to be taking a while to get this just right. It's easy to mask out the neighbours or public spaces if needed. Overall very pleased.

Snowbum

2019-03-22T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

love the system overall

We have had the 4980 for about 6 months and overall love it! The only downfall is it doesn't seem to start recording right away and a lot of times we can't see what actually set it off? lots of kids running thru the neighborhood and we can see them run by but when we check the recording, there is nothing there, by the time it starts recording they are already out of the picture.

sdsmith

2018-12-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

This is my second purchase from swann. Very pleased with their camera security systems. This was an upgrade purchase. The HD system was easy to install and connect to the internet and iPhones would definitely recommend to anyone in the market for cameras for their home or business.

Israel V.

2018-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice little system

Very easy to set up and view on smartphones & other media...

Dustin D.

2018-12-18T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Swann

Great system the only thing I don’t like is I don’t get alerts on my phone

Micheal A.

2018-11-22T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

In with times

Ease of set-up as all parts are in box. If you need anything extra, just buy it from eBay. Prob 1/3 price. App is slightly limited in its functions but good for live view.

Muhammad S.

2018-11-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

very good!

very good!

jianzheng l.

2018-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very Satisfied.

Very Satisfied.

Jim H.

2018-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

EASY TO INSTALL, FANTASTIC TO

EASY TO INSTALL, FANTASTIC TO GET WORKING ON IPHONE !

Mark R.

2018-10-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Systen

Swan is a quality system, have been through 5 DVR's and this one is the best, easy to get around, easy to play back and download footage. Easy app setup and the quality of both the DVR and Cameras are outstanding. Good job Swan on making an affordable, quality product. fyi, i have sold 2 of these since i purchased mine.

Linda M.

2018-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good quality. Easy setup

Happy with picture quality and range of vision.

Guest

2018-10-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good quality product

It was the best choice given the budget i have. Good quality build and image. The downside is the software, cannot be configure without a monitor. Easy to install an configure and peace of mind. Full record for 4 5MP camera lost about 7 days, which is decent.

George

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Easy to Install

By Snowbum

Very easy to install and set up. Pictures are nice and clear both at day and night. Alerts are emailed through reasonably quickly. These can get a little annoying as we have a spider who triggers a number of false alerts (attached a photo in this review). The sensitivity can be adjusted but it seems to be taking a while to get this just right. It's easy to mask out the neighbours or public spaces if needed. Overall very pleased.

Security system that delivers!!!

By Frank F.

The Swann 4980 replaced another system I had installed some time ago. The superior quality is evident the moment you open the box, and view the contents. Installation was easy (except for the wiring installation common to all systems) and it was up and running in a short time, everything you need for that is included! The quality of the display it provides is excellent, I had 2 MP, and 3 MP cameras before, but the 5 MP cameras supplied with this system clearly show their superior performance....

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Innovative Thermal-Sensing Motion Detection Technology
This system features Swann's True Detect PIR Thermal Sensing technology to reliably detect heat-generating moving objects, such as people, large pets & cars. With more accurate motion detection you have more reliable notifications & recording, eliminating false triggers such as falling leaves, bugs, rain & more, saving you hard drive space & playback time.

With 5MP resolution, which is 2.4x better than 1080p Full HD, you can zoom in closer with incredible clarity to license plates, facial features and clothing patterns.

Cameras
Fully equipped with a massive 2TB hard drive & 8 weatherproof PRO-5MPMSB security cameras built tough for the outdoors or indoors, this home security system is suitable for medium-sized businesses & detached homes. See in the dark up to 100' (30m) with the cameras powerful infrared night vision.

The cameras come with BNC cables. If your property has existing BNC cables, we advise you to test your new system for 2 days with the existing cables before full installation. For optimum performance, we recommend you use the new cables supplied.

Convenience
The HomeSafe Views app ensures you'll always be connected to your home or business, allowing you to see the cameras on your phone or tablet. You can even search the recordings to play them back, wherever you are in the world.

Features

See the difference in 5MP Super High Definition
With 2.4x the resolution of 1080p Full HD, capturing crime has never been easier with 5MP Super HD, our highest resolution in the analog range. With remote viewing on your smartphone, you'll always have peace of mind with no ongoing fees.

Innovative True Detect Motion & Heat-Sensing
True Detect is a step up from the traditional Motion Detection technology. The camera has a PIR sensor, the same technology used in alarm systems, to detect moving heat-generating objects, such as people, large animals & cars, to trigger recording and alerts. True Detect eliminates false triggers from traditional Motion Detection, such as leaves falling, small birds & plants moving with the wind.

Accurate Push Notifications
Thanks to the high detection accuracy delivered by the True Detect Thermal Sensing technology, smartphone push notifications will be really relevant to the user, as notifications will only be triggered if a large warm moving object is detected by the PIR (passive infrared) sensor. This way you can know if theres someone roaming around your driveway or backyard.

Crime Prevention: the true value of True Detect
Pixel-based Motion Detection tends to generate a lot of false triggers, such as plants moving and birds. If your DVR is set up to email you in every Motion Detection event and most of events are irrelevant, you'll most likely turn the email alerts off, and when real security incident happens, you'll only find out when you get home.

With True Detect, Motion Detection is only triggered by heat-generating objects, like people and cars, which represent a real threat to your property. When an event is detected, you'll get a push notification on HomeSafe View app, allowing you to see the scene in real and act swiftly to prevent any security incidents which could have had a much higher financial impact than the cost of this security system.

Instantly link your phone to the DVR
Once your DVR is connected to the internet, simply install the HomeSafe View app on your smartphone or tablet. Then scan the QR code sticker on the DVR to instantly start viewing the cameras on your device with Swann's peer-to-peer SwannLink technology.

View your home on your phone
You have peace of mind at your fingertips with our easy-to-install, free, HomeSafe View app. You can see the cameras live and play back recordings on your smartphone or tablet, no matter where you are in the world. Keep an eye on your kids or babysitter at home, and monitor your staff and business for productivity and protection.

Massive surveillance grade hard drive
The massive 2TB HDD is designed especially for continuous surveillance recording. You can easily transfer incident video files to a USB stick or to a computer on your network. You can boost storage by setting up Motion Detection Recording. With such massive storage, you can come back from your long vacation and still find recordings from a while back.

Weatherproof cameras built for any climate
Use them as outdoor cameras or indoor cameras as they are built tough to withstand whatever the weather throws at them: rain, snow, dust and hot days. With IP66 weatherproof rating and cables threaded through the stand for extra protection ensure you can rely on their performance, day in, day out.

See everything day or night
No matter if it's day or night, you'll be able to see everything up to 100' (30m) with the powerful infrared Night Vision. The cameras will automatically switch to Night Vision and record in black and white as the night falls.

Super HD 5MP with HDMI cable
The kit also includes an HDMI cable for generating up to 5MP Super HD video to your flat screen TV including LCD, LED TVs or monitors. The DVR also has a VGA connection for viewing up to 1080p Full HD on your LCD monitor or compatible TV with VGA input. VGA cable not included.

Smart Search easily finds recorded incidents by searching a specific image area
With Smart Search you can select a specific area of the image to search for movement within the recordings. For example, if something was stolen during a particular hours footage, you can highlight the position of the stolen object - for example, a laptop, bike or bag - and Smart Search will mark the timeline where it detected motion around that specific area.

QuickShot lets you quickly review recordings from multiple cameras
QuickShot is a time saver to find what you want from recorded footage. This feature lets you search all channels in a given period of time and then select the recordings from the search results to play as a slide show all in the same screen. Once you see an event of interest, such as someone roaming around your car, you can then go into that specific footage to watch the event.

QuickReview plays back various recordings from a single camera
Imagine arriving home to a broken window. Using QuickReview saves you time in identifying how and when it happened. Only one of the cameras will have covered that specific angle but as you can simultaneously play multiple recordings from a single channel, you can watch them all at once. The video is divided evenly depending on the split-screen mode that has been selected. For example, if the video is an hour long and you have selected 4 split screens, each will play for 15 minutes.

HomeSafe View App
Security in the Palm of your Hands
See live footage from your security cameras, wherever you are.

• Multi-channel viewing at the same time
• Playback stored recordings on your mobile device
• Capture video from cameras' live view to playback later
• Capture single and multi still images to save to your device

Key Features

  • 8 Channel Viewing
  • 5MP Super HD Resolution
  • 100' (30m) Night Vision
  • 2TB Pre-Installed Hard Drive
  • Weather Proof
  • True Detect Thermal Sensing

What's in the box:

  • DVR-4890 8 Channel DVR with 2TB Hard Drive
  • 8x PRO-5MPMSB 5MP Cameras
  • 8x BNC Cables 60' (18 m)
  • Ethernet Cable
  • HDMI Cable
  • Power Adapter & Splitter
  • Mouse
  • Mounting Screws & Plugs
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Theft Deterrent Stickers
  • Swann 1 Year Limited Warranty