Let’s learn how to view Swann cameras on the PC using the SwannView Link software.
The process is straightforward; you just need to download the software for Windows or MAC and follow the instructions in the article. Keep reading.
Before installing the software, it’s essential to understand the physical connection between the devices in your network. Check the diagram below.
As you can see, the Swann cameras and the computer are connected to the local network, and they can communicate with each other as long as they are using the same IP range that is distributed by the router.
If you have your cameras connected that way, it’s time for the next step.
Download and install the SwannView Link software
The SwannView Link software is available for PC and MAC.
Links for download
Swannview Link for Windows
SwannView Link for Mac
Follow the steps below to install and setup the software.
- Click the file to install the software.
- Open the software and wait for a while.
- Check if the software found the devices in the network.
- Click the device to load the camera in the screen.
The software finds the DVR or NVR automatically.
And that’s it. Now you have the cameras connected to the software.
Let’s take a look at how to add cameras manually.
Add cameras manually
If the software can’t find the camera automatically, you can use the manual process to add a new one yourself. See the steps below and fill the fields.
- Device Name
- Register Mode
- UID
- User Name
- Password
See the pictures below for details
If the software can’t locate the DVR/NVR, click “Add Device“.
Change the camera stream
To improve the communication between the camera and the software, you can adjust the streaming settings and increase or reduce the resolution, frame rate, and control the bit rate (bandwidth used by the camera).
See the pictures below.
You can view the Swann cameras on the PC using the SwannView Link software available for free on the Swann website. As long as you follow the instructions form this article, everything may work correctly.
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Probably next Friday I will be ready to talk to your engineer.
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