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System: Maintenance
To maintain the operational integrity of the DVR, it is suggested that it be rebooted periodically. In much the same way that a computer can become unstable if left on for an extremely long time, the DVR can become unstable. It is strongly suggested that the DVR be rebooted at least once per week.
However, as this can be a hassle (particularly if the DVR is stashed away somewhere inconvenient) you can set the DVR up to reboot itself.
Enable auto reboot: Will automatically shut the DVR down and restart it at a certain time of the day or week.
Auto reboot at: Choose when you’d like the DVR to reboot. Typically, this will be a time when it’s unlikely there’ll be any activity for the DVR to record.
Firmware Upgrade (Upgrade): Instructs the DVR to update its firmware. You’ll only need to use this option if instructed to do so by Swann Technical Support. (Remember to Export your configuration first so you don’t have to
Default Settings (Restore): Loads the factory default settings.
This must be done after a firmware upgrade to ensure proper operation of the DVR.You can retain your settings, recording schedule and so on by using the Import/Export Configuration function before upgrading the firmware.
Configuration (Export): Creates a file containing all the settings you’ve customized, including your recording preferences, schedule,
To export your settings:
•Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port on the front of the DVR. Ensure it has enough free space (a few MB is sufficient - the
file is less than 50KB) and that it is not
•Choose Configuration: Import/Export.
•You’ll see a file browser, showing the contents of the storage device.
•Click Export to save your settings.
•Exporting your settings will overwrite any previous settings you’ve saved to that flash drive. If you want to do sequential configuration exports, you’ll need multiple USB drives - or, rename the file using a PC (advanced users only).
Configuration (Import): Operates in the same way as the Export function, but is used to load a previously saved configuration file.
Locate the file you want on your flash drive - it will be called config_ datetime.tgz. Loading the file will cause the DVR to automatically reboot.
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Advanced Configuration