Notice: No permission! on Swann Security Recorder
The "Notice: No permission!" message on a Swann Security recorder means the currently logged-in user account does not have permission to perform the selected action. This commonly appears when trying to view live cameras, play back recordings, or access recorder features using a user account with limited permissions.
This doesn't apply to EliteX™ system as it has a different interface
Things to Prepare
- You know whether you're logged in as Admin or another user.
- The administrator account or password is available if permission changes are required.
Common Causes
- Logged in with a standard user account instead of the Admin account.
- The user account does not have permission to access Live View or Playback.
- User permissions were changed by the administrator.
- The wrong account is currently signed in.
Step-by-Step Fixes
Log In Using the Admin Account
The quickest fix is to sign in using the administrator account.
The Admin account has full access to all recorder features and permissions.
- Log out of the current account.
- Log in using the Admin username and password.
- Try the action again, such as viewing a camera or playing back recordings.
Expected result: The "No permission!" message should no longer appear.
Common mistake: Using a shared user account that has restricted permissions.
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Give the User Account the Required Permissions
If you want to continue using the current account, an administrator can grant the necessary permissions.
Updating user permissions allows specific accounts to access features like Live View and Playback.
- Log in as Admin.
- Open Menu > System > Users
- Find the affected user.
- Click the gear icon beside the user.
- Enable the required permissions for the features they need.
- Click to apply the changes.
- Log back into the user account and test the feature again.
Expected result: The user can access the permitted features without seeing the error.
Common mistake: Forgetting to click Save after changing permissions.
If the Issue Still Happens
If the error continues after updating permissions:
- Confirm you are logged into the correct user account.
- Log out and sign back in.
- Verify the required permissions were saved correctly.
- Restart the recorder.
Why This Happens
The "No permission!" notice is a security feature that prevents users from accessing recorder functions they are not authorized to use. Assigning the correct permissions helps protect your security system while ensuring each user only has access to the features they need.
Related Questions
Why can't I view my cameras even though I'm logged in?
Your account may not have permission to access Live View. Ask the administrator to review your user permissions.
Can a standard user change permissions?
No. Only the Admin account can modify user permissions.
Why does only one user receive the "No permission!" message?
Each user account has its own permission settings. One account may have access while another does not.
How do I manage users on my Swann recorder?
Log in as Admin, then go to Menu > System > Users to add users or change their permissions.
Summary
The "Notice: No permission!" error usually means the current user account does not have access to the selected feature. Logging in as Admin or updating the user's permissions through Menu > System > Users will resolve the issue in most cases.