Is there a problem with my Swann CCTV DVR?
Christopher Pierce
Published Feb 17, 2026
Is there a problem with my Swann CCTV DVR?
I have a problem with my existing CCTV DVR. The unit has been installed for a few years now, it is a Swann SWDVR 91425H (H-264) 8 channels, with 4 x Swann SWPRO – 535 cameras. I bought 2 additional cameras Swann Pro-735, I installed one of them temporary about 6/7 weeks ago and everything worked fine.
How does a CCTV camera work with DVR?
The following fig shows a typical CCTV cameras security system with DVR. In case of external speaker, microphones and pickups or camera audio recording, the RCA connector should be connected to the audio input as shown in fig. For audio output, the speaker RCA connector should be connected to the Audio Output slot on DVR.
How can I get my DVR to stop recording?
Press the Menu button on your DVR several times until you exit completely out of the menu system and see your security cameras. Test that your DVR can properly record by pushing the record button on your DVR or remote control. Let the DVR record for at least 10 seconds. Press Stop on the DVR to stop recording.
What to do if your DVR hard drive goes bad?
Please note that you should first contact CCTV Camera Pros if you believe that your hard drive is not working properly before you open up your DVRs case. It does not happen often but from time to time hard disk drives do go bad like any other electronic component.
Can a hard drive go bad on surveillance DVR?
It does not happen often but from time to time hard disk drives do go bad like any other electronic component. We also provide instructions below on adding a second hard drive to you surveillance DVR.
Press the Menu button on your DVR several times until you exit completely out of the menu system and see your security cameras. Test that your DVR can properly record by pushing the record button on your DVR or remote control. Let the DVR record for at least 10 seconds. Press Stop on the DVR to stop recording.
Can a DVR be accessed through a web browser?
A client recently asked us to look into an issue accessing their DVR via web browser. They have an 8 camera system and have been disappointed with the fact that they are unable to access the system through their network other than with the straight closed circuit TV feed.
Can a security camera work with a tigersecu DVR?
For optimal performance, pair this DVR with TIGERSECU security cameras. This security DVR works with 2MP and 5MP HD-TVI, AHD, CVI, analog and ONVIF 2.0+ IP security cameras. Remotely access and play surveillance footage and control the security DVR with no contract or monthly fees with TIGERSECU’s HD Viewer.