Swann PC DVR 4 Net by Swann
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Digital camera reviews of Swann PC DVR 4 Net
Digital camera Review: Good system and software
Summary: 5 Stars
This was the easiest portion of my security set up. The code works well and has a wide array of features. The manual should not be taken literally but I found it very usable and have no real issues with it.Digital camera Review: Great Card... with a little time and effort.
Summary: 4 Stars
I like the Swann PC DVR 4 and was able to get it to run perfectly on a PC running Windows Vista using an AMD chip. It required some reading but I eventually got it set up with 4 cameras and did some remote viewing via the internet. I would definitely recommend it as a home monitoring system as long as you invest in a few quality cameras.Digital camera Review: Great card, not so great software & manual
Summary: 4 Stars
Pros:
+ Great card (mine supports 4 ports). I use it w/ Max Day/Night came and DIY tinycam.
Cons:
+ Manual is bad. Needs to be rewritten.
+ Software has bugs (in settings/configuration, I can not select some options as they are out of view. I have tried to select them in various screen resolutions, but no success).
+ Software can more intuitive (User Interface).
+ If you use RCA extension cables and have multiple cameras that support AUDIO, it would be difficult to handle audio for multiple cameras. Manual should talk about various scenarios of configurations. Card should be able to handle audio on its own and have onboard audio ports as well to connect audio cables.
+ Swann Tech support is ok. Out of 4 calls to AUS. tech support on different issues, 3 tech reps gave correct information. The one really screwed up and could have damaged my camera (incorrect power adapter/supply spec). Alway check manual for specs.
Two Lessions learned:
1. I found out hard way that not ALL cameras (such as MAXI Day/Night Cam) support Audio.
2. If you replace lens on day/night vision cameras (such as MAXI D/N cam) with WIDE ANGLE lens, you will LOOSE night vision (due to special filter wide angle lens, at least from swann, uses). This is what I was told by Aussie Swann Tech Support.
Digital camera Review: Great product !
Summary: 5 Stars
Easy to set up..Great for my home security.
Would refer to anyone wanting this item.
Digital camera Review: I Don't Get It...
Summary: 5 Stars
Why are some people saying (in these reviews) that this product has bugs and locks-up their computers? I am running a 4 year old computer 2.76 G with 1GRAM and I have NEVER had these problems.
In fact, I run 8 cameras simultaneously (with a non-gaming video card) with "pro audio" recording software (Steinberg Cubase SL) and often Internet Explorer, Excel and Word and still have not had computer lock-up problems. (Talk about a program that uses resources - Cubase!) This program has run 24/7 for more than two years.
I have found this to be an excellent choice for home or office security (for me it's both). This saves you wasted time getting up to answer the door for salespeople, when the dog barks, when the kids come home or wondering what some strange noise was so that you can concentrate on business.
I would recommend this gear to anyone. HOWEVER, I agree that the owner's manual should be re-written. (By the way, for the guy who thinks that it was written as a second language: What language do you think they speak in Australia?) Their phraseology, terminology and slangs differ and it can be confusing at times. Then again, that's what customer support is for and they have never refused assistance or tired of my inquiries.