What is the SMTP server for Swann DVR?

What is the SMTP server for Swann DVR?

SMTP Server: smtp.mail.yahoo.com. SMTP Port: 587. Enable SSL/TLS: should be checked.

How do I set up email notifications on my Swann DVR?

1. Go to ALARM > Motion.
2. Choose the channel you want to configure.
3. Make sure Enable is Enable.
4. Set the sensitivity to your liking.
5. Now, the DVR still needs to detect movement.
6. Enable Send Email and make sure it has a check.
7. Click on Save once you are done.
8. Re-do the steps to other channels you want the feature enabled.

Why am I not getting notifications from my Swann CCTV?

Notification must be enabled – Select Modes (4th icon at the bottom), then tap the edit icon (bottom-right corner of a Mode icon) of the Mode you want notification to be enabled, and make sure Push notification is enabled (checkbox).

How do I get my Swann camera to send notifications?

Tap the Gear icon at the top right. After enabling notifications on the app, go to DVR/NVR Main Menu > Alarm > Detection > Actions and make sure the ‘Push’ option is ticked on the corresponding camera channels for which you want to receive Swann Security app notifications, as shown above.

How do I send an email from my DVR?

If you have direct access to your DVR and would like to set up email alerts, log into your device, and in the Settings menu click on Network. In the network menu, click on the Email tab. Make sure to click on the Enable checkbox to enable email alerts to be sent.

What is push notifications Swann?

A new feature on select Swann recorders (using the HomeSafe View app) allows you to have notifications sent directly to your smartphone from your recorder. These notifications can be more immediate than the traditional email notifications allowing you to quickly know when activity has occurred at the recorder.

What is security notification push camera?

When push notifications are enabled, users of cameras won’t have to worry about supervision as the feature sends immediate notifications to the user’s email id or mobile number when suspicious activity is detected, like irregular motion detection or activity that disobeys the pre-set restrictions.

Why can’t I connect my Swann DVR to Gmail?

When your Swann DVR tries to authenticate itself on the Gmail server there’s a security routine that recognizes the device as a non-trusted connection so the use of the email services is immediately denied by the server. The solution is very easy, you just need to log in to the Gmail account and change the security configuration.

Why does my Swann DVR keep failing authentication?

I tried Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, and a local server. It would always fail authentication. The usual suggestion online is to try an unencrypted port 25 SMTP server but that’s becoming more and more impractical. Apparently the problem is the Swann DVR is using an obsolete form of SSL. Most email servers do not allow its use.

Why is Swann HomeSafe view not sending email alerts?

Swann Homesafe View not working on 4G. Conclusion The Swann DVR not sending email alerts issue is usually related to the miss-configuration or security settings and that’s very easy to fix. Just follow the instructions from this article and if the problem is not solved, please visit the Swann website and ask for help.

Can I use the Swann to send email?

Most email servers do not allow its use. Google however has a page that allows you to use a less strict mode. This allows the Swann to successfully send an email. Sign up for a new account in our community.