Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian

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  • B&H # SWSW241UD411
  • Mfr# SW241-UD4-11000

Product Highlights

  • 4-Channel
  • MPEG-4 Compression
  • RCA Inputs
  • 2 Audio Inputs
  • Remote Internet Viewing
  • Motion Detection

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The Swann SW241-UD4-11000 provides you with a simple and cost effective solution for managing the viewing and recording of up to four of your analog CCTV cameras using your existing PC. Unlike DVR cards, this unit plugs right into the PC's USB port, eliminating the hassle of having to open and install a PCI board inside the computer. With this system in place, you will be able to view all four cameras on your existing PC monitor as well as record images to the computer's hard drive. As with a stand alone DVR, you can program the unit to record images continuously or only when motion is detected. This will save storage space, which in turn will make it easier to locate event footage. By connecting your PC to the network, you will also be able to view live video streams from a remote location using an Internet PC or even certain compatible cell phones.

Note! Not compatible with OS Windows 7

Accepts up to 4 analog CCTV cameras
Supports viewing of all 4 cameras on a single PC monitor
Supports remote Internet viewing through broadband network connection
Records images to local PC's hard drive
Supports continuous and motion detection based recording
Email notification of motion detection images
Features 2 audio inputs
Supports time and date stamping on exported images
Signal System NTSC/PAL
Compression MPEG-4
Channels 4
Storage To PC's hard drive
Resolution NTSC: 320 x 240 (CIF), 640 x 480 (D1)
PAL: 352 x 288 (CIF), 704 x 576 (D1)
Recording Rate 30 FPS (25 FPS PAL)
Recording Modes Manual/Motion/Schedule
Video Inputs RCA x4
Audio Inputs RCA x2
PTZ Control Yes, protocol configurable/remote control capability
Motion Detection Yes
PC Requirements • Windows 2000, XP
• Pentium 3, 800 MHz or higher processor
• 256MB minimum memory
• 64MB or above VGA card
• 20GB or above hard drive (7200 RPM recommended)
• USB 2.0 port
• Direct X 9.0 or above

Compatible Mobile Phones for Remote Viewing

Windows Mobile 2003 SE/Windows Mobile 5.0

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Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian
 
4.8

(based on 4 reviews)

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5.0

Best Investment I Ever Made

By Patti_Mc

from Houston, Tx

About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Accurate
  • Compact
  • Discreet
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Sensitive

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Deterrent
    • Early Warning
    • Recording
    • Safety

    Comments about Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian:

    I have bought several brands of USB DVRs and none delivered what I was looking for or needed. The Swann USB 2.0 DVR Guardian gives me everything it said it would and is so so simple to set up and use. I particularly like the e-mail capabilities so that I can check on my home from work. The motion detection is fantastic.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

    Comment on this review

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Easy to connect and use

    By John

    from Texas

    About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Easy To Set Up

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian:

        The product itself is great and very easy to connect and use. No hurdle to jump over as far as that is concern. My only problem with SWANN is how to use it with a multiple camera feed to the same line. I can only manually switch to each of my camera instead of all cameras on the video screen.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Comment on this review

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great alternative for Home Security

        By Nate the Great

        from Seattle, WA

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Lots Of Features

        Cons

        • Can get a bit hot

        Best Uses

          Comments about Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian:

          I was debating spending some big money on a 4-channel DVR system with built-in harddrive, but then I found this USB 4-channel DVR (it writes files to your computer harddrive). It works exactly as described, was very easy to install and configure, and the email notification works great as well. It does get a bit hot, so bear that in mind....but this has never been an issue for me so far. The remote viewing was also very easy to configure...I was impressed with the quality of the picture that I was getting on the remote computer. All-in-all, this is a great device...especially with the email notification.

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          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Convert a pc into video camera recorder

          By Threefingers

          from Watertown Tn.

          About Me Hobbyist, PC Tech

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Great Price
          • Highly Compatible
          • Lots Of Features
          • Professional Quality

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • At home
          • For Your Business

          Comments about Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian:

          This is a great product![...],installed in a flash.set up was very easy.i connected 4 cameras to it and they all came up and i was able to view all 4 at the same time on the quad screen. it's been recording now for a month with no issues at all.i would recommend this product to anyone that wants a video camera recording system at a great price. Thanks B&H George Owen

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          What's in the Box

          Swann SW241-UD4-11000 USB 2.0 DVR Guardian
          • USB 2.0 DVR Guardian
          • Quick Start Guide
          • Software CD-ROM
          • Theft Deterrent Stickers
          • 1-Year Warranty
           
           
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