How to Pair a MaxRanger4K™ Add-on Camera or Doorbell
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You can pair a MaxRanger4K™ add-on camera or doorbell to a compatible MaxRanger4K™ Power Hub or Base Station using the Swann Security app or the available pairing controls on the system. This guide also applies when replacing a camera or recorder, as you can pair the replacement device without unpairing the existing camera first.
Things to Know Before You Start
Before pairing, make sure:
- Your MaxRanger4K™ Power Hub or Base Station is already set up.
- The camera or doorbell you want to pair is charged.
- The camera or doorbell is close to the Power Hub or Base Station during pairing.
- You have access to the Swann Security app if using app-based pairing.
- The replacement camera or recorder is compatible with your existing MaxRanger4K™ system.
- Choose Your Phone Type
- Choose Your Recorder Model Number
How Do I Pair a MaxRanger4K™ Add-on Camera or Doorbell?
Follow the pairing steps below to connect your camera or doorbell to the Power Hub or Base Station.
The pairing process can be completed using the Swann Security app. The Power Hub also provides an alternative pairing method using a connected monitor and mouse.
Scan the QR code (if camera has one)
You need to have a MaxRanger4K™ Power Hub or Base Station paired to your Swann Security account in order to use the camera as it is not a standalone, but an add-on camera to a MaxRanger4K™ system.
For Android users, follow these steps:
- Open Swann Security app then tap then
- Tap
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Scan the QR code of the camera.
It will open your Hub or Station's device settings. Click here to continue
For iOS users, follow these steps:
- Open Swann Security app then tap then
- Tap
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Scan the QR code of the camera.
It will open your Hub or Station's device settings – Status & Pairing - A prompt will appear, informing you to tap on on any available channel of your Hub or Station.
Tap then continue the set up process here (choose step 3)
Pairing Using the Swann Security App
Best for users who has their MaxRanger4K™ paired to Swann Security app.
For Android users, follow these pairing steps:
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Open the Swann Security app and tap on your MaxRanger4K™ Hub or Station's settings.
In the settings, go to - Tap on any available channel.
- A list of compatible cameras will appear. Tap your camera model.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to put your camera in pairing mode:
- Press and hold the button on the camera.
- Once the LED starts blinking blue, release the button.
- Why this helps: The blinking blue LED confirms the camera is discoverable by the hub.
- Tap in the app and wait a few seconds.
- Once pairing is successful, tap
For Android users, follow these pairing steps:
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Open the Swann Security app and tap on your MaxRanger4K™ Hub or Station's settings.
In the settings, go to - Tap on any available channel.
- A list of compatible cameras will appear. Tap your camera model.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to put your camera in pairing mode:
- Press and hold the button on the camera.
- Once the LED starts blinking blue, release the button.
- Why this helps: The blinking blue LED confirms the camera is discoverable by the hub.
- Tap in the app and wait a few seconds.
- Once pairing is successful, tap < to go back to Status & Pairing.
FAQs
Do I Need to Unpair a Camera When Replacing a Camera or Recorder?
No. You do not need to unpair the camera from the recorder before replacing a camera or recorder.
If your camera or recorder needs to be replaced, simply follow the pairing steps in this guide to pair the replacement device with the existing system.
For example:
- Replacing a camera: Pair the new compatible camera to your existing Power Hub or Base Station.
- Replacing a recorder: Pair the existing compatible cameras to the replacement Power Hub or Base Station.
- Replacing both: Set up the replacement recorder, then pair the compatible cameras to it.
There is no need to remove the existing camera pairing before starting the replacement process.
Can I Pair a Replacement Camera to an Existing MaxRanger4K™ Recorder?
Yes. A compatible replacement camera can be paired to an existing MaxRanger4K™ Power Hub or Base Station.
You do not need to unpair the camera that was previously connected to the system. Follow the normal pairing process and select an available channel.
Can I Pair Existing Cameras to a Replacement MaxRanger4K™ Recorder?
Yes, provided the cameras are compatible with the replacement system.
After setting up the replacement Power Hub or Base Station, follow this guide to pair each compatible camera to an available channel.
Why Is Pairing Important When Replacing a Device?
Pairing establishes the wireless connection between the camera and the MaxRanger4K™ system. This means a replacement camera does not need to inherit the previous camera's pairing. Instead, the new camera can be placed into pairing mode and connected to an available channel on the existing or replacement system.
Related Questions
Do I need to unpair my old camera before replacing it?
No. Follow the pairing process to connect the replacement camera.
Can I add another camera to my MaxRanger4K™ system?
Yes, if the camera is compatible with your Power Hub or Base Station and an available channel is present.
What should I do if the camera will not pair?
Make sure the camera is powered on, charged, close to the hub or station, and in pairing mode. You can also restart the camera and hub or try another available channel.
How do I find my camera's QR code?
See the QR Code or Device ID guide.
Summary and Next Steps
You do not need to unpair an existing camera when replacing a camera or recorder. Simply set up the replacement device and follow the pairing steps above to connect compatible cameras to the MaxRanger4K™ system.
If you are adding a new camera, replacing a camera, or replacing the recorder, use the same pairing process to connect the compatible device to an available channel.