The Auto Sweep feature allows supported Reolink cameras to automatically rotate 360° with a single tap, making it easy to quickly inspect the surrounding area without manually controlling the camera. This article introduces the Auto Sweep feature, supported models, and how to use it.

What Is Auto Sweep on Reolink Cameras

Auto Sweep is a PTZ feature that enables the camera to automatically perform one complete 360° horizontal rotation.

After Auto Sweep is activated, the PT lower cam rotates through a full circle to survey the surrounding environment and automatically stops when the sweep is complete. This allows you to quickly check the entire monitoring area without manually panning the camera.

Auto Sweep is ideal when you need to:

  • Quickly inspect the surrounding environment.
  • Check multiple monitoring directions with a single operation.
  • Obtain a fast overview of a wide monitoring area.

Note: Tap Auto Sweep only once to start the feature. Once the sweep begins, wait for it to finish before tapping the button again. If you tap Auto Sweep a second time before the sweep completes, the current sweep will be canceled, and the camera will return to its original monitor point.

What Reolink Models are Supported

The compatible cameras, NVRs, and Home Hubs are listed below:
✔ Supported Cameras: 
Reolink OMVI Series: OMVI 3i PoE, OMVI 3i WiFi, OMVI Series P931, OMVI Series W931
 
When the above supported camera is added to a compatible NVR and Home Hub, you can still use the Auto Sweep feature.
✔ Supported NVRs (with the latest firmware Fw. v3.6.4 or later):
RLN8-410/NVS8 (Hardware version: N7MB01 / NVR_NNT3NA78P)
RLN16-410/NVS16 (Hardware version: N6MB01 / NVR_NNT4NA716P)
RLN12W / NVS12W
RLN36 / NVS36
RP-PN8 / RP-PN16
Note: Firmware version v3.6.4 refers to any firmware version that starts with v3.6.4, such as v3.6.4.473_26021143.

✔ Supported Home Hubs (with the latest firmware Fw. v3.3.0 or later):
Reolink Home Hub
Reolink Home Hub Pro

How to Use Auto Sweep on Reolink Cameras

This feature is available on the Reolink App and Reolink NVR (monitor connected); it is not available on the Reolink Client or web interface now. Before using the Auto Sweep, ensure your Reolink App is updated to the latest version(version 4.60 or later). 

  • Via Reolink App

    Step 1. Log in to your device on the Reolink App and then tap the camera to enter the live view page.

    home page

    Step 2. Tap PTZ > Auto Sweep to activate the feature in the live view page. Then the PT lower camera rotates through a full circle.
    Tap PTZ  Auto SweepSS

    Step 3. (Optional) You can also adjust the Auto Sweep speed to suit your monitoring needs. Drag the speed slider or tap the + or − button to increase or decrease the rotation speed.
    speed  slider

  • Via Reolink NVR (Monitor Connected)

    Step 1. Connect a TV/monitor to the NVR via an HDMI/VGA cable.

    monitor

    Step 2. Set it up on the NVR monitor after adding the camera to the NVR only. Click PTZ > Auto Sweep to activate the feature. Then the lower PT camera rotates through a full circle.
    Click PTZ
    click Auto Sweep

    Step 3. (Optional) You can also adjust the Auto Sweep speed to suit your monitoring needs. Drag the speed slider or tap the + or − button to increase or decrease the rotation speed.
    speed slider

Done! You’ve now learned how the Auto Sweep feature works, which devices support it, and how to use it on your Reolink camera. With Auto Sweep activated, you can let PT lower cam automatically to complete a full 360° sweep, making it easier and faster to check your surroundings whenever needed.

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