How do I set up the alarm function of my Hikvision NVR to work with a...
We often have customers ask us “how do I get my new NVR to work with an existing alarm system I already have installed” or “how do I connect something to the IN/OUT ports of my NVR?” Indeed, for such...
View ArticleProblem seeing my Hikvision cameras on phones
Hello, new here! Total camera newbie too, with a simple question. I just moved into a home that had a Hikvision system that they left behind, unconnected. I was able to get it going... Cameras are POE...
View Articleaudio camera
I ha a floureon nvr cctv system,what outdoor wireless camera with audio is compatible with this system.I want one that does not need a memory card,as i am lost in the amount of different cameras...
View ArticleHow do I set up an alarm on my Hikvision NVR?
We often have customers ask us “how do I get my new NVR to work with an existing alarm system I already have installed” or “how do I connect something to the IN/OUT ports of my NVR?” Indeed, for such...
View ArticleProblems Running iVMS-4200 on MacOS Catalina(10.15)
We have had several customers and forum users reporting problems running iVMS-4200 since updating to MacOS Catalina (10.15), the reports have varied from some saying the software runs ok but does crash...
View ArticleDS-K1T804MF Fingerprint Access Control Terminal Can Not Activate
I bought the DS-K1T804MF Fingerprint Access Control Terminal and did all the setup steps. SADP Picks up the unit. But in iVMS-4200 the unit does not allow the option of being activated. I assume it is...
View ArticleFloureon DVR with HIK cameras
Hi, I think my HIK DVR is knackered i cannot get hold of the guy that fitted them so cannot return the DVR, its around 12 months old, is it possible to get a Floureon DVR to work with the latest HIK...
View ArticleHIKVision on LG Smart TV
Hi there - just about to go down route of investing in a bunch of HikVision IP cctv cameras for the house and one of their 16 port NVRs. Was trying to figure out how will wire to get signal to TV's in...
View ArticleXvision connected to Uniview
Hi I generally install uniview NVR's with the same make IP cameras, all very simple. I have had to supply a new NVR for offices, the Uniview 16 channel should be Onvif compliant as far as I can see....
View ArticleAlternative plugin to Web Components
Hi Guys Is there an alternative plugin I can use other than IE only Web Components? The Image doesn't display correctly with my graphics card for one, and I have to use IE or Chrome ith IE browser...
View ArticleBasic Query - If you have a NVR is there any point/benefit in also using a SD...
Title says it all really. If you don't wish to, for some reason, or can't afford to purchase a dedicated NVR, then having an SC Card slot in a security cam is a great option. However, if you do have a...
View ArticleDvr camera install
Purchased 8 cameras and dvr about 15 months ago in 2018 from Amazon. Unable to set up the dvr which is a hanwha techwin dvr made in China. No manuals were received with order. Thanks
View ArticleTrying to install cctv system
Purchased 8 cameras and dvr about 15 months ago in 2018 from Amazon. Just getting it installed and Unable to set up the dvr which is a hanwha techwin dvr made in China model SDR-B74301N2T/UC. No...
View ArticleRemote playback on iOS app
Hi, for some reason, I cannot watch the full playback for yesterday? It seems to be an occurring theme. There are also times when I cannot watch the recent playback (same day) for several hours after...
View ArticleNew intercom/doorbell system spotted for those looking
I was just about to purchase the second generation intercom system for my home, I'd been dragging my feet for months due to the size of the outdoor unit, despite it being rather ascetically pleasing i...
View ArticleHelp with what to buy
Hi Guys, I am new to the CCTV world but would like to upgrade a system which is already in the house I have just purchased. The pre-existing system has a Hikvision DVR with 6 cameras which I would like...
View ArticleAny Mac users happy with iVMS-4200 v2.0.0.10?
I've just been trying it out and it seems to contain plenty of bugs while also ignoring the Mac GUI. It won't let me resize windows manually by dragging a corner. On my 5K (5120 x 2880) monitor (27in...
View Article[Oct 2019] iVMS-4200 software for Mac
Just wondering if anyone is still using iVMS-4200 software for the Mac and it is working under OS 10.15 (Catalina). Mine isn't. I have v.2.0.0.10 and that seems to be the latest. Mine crashes all the...
View ArticleHikvision NVR & Onvif ip cameras
Hi, Does anyone know if when connecting an ONVIF camera to an Hikvision NVR via plug 'n' play, does it alter the password to the IP camera? I manually set the IP camera password to a default expected...
View ArticleDo not update to this model ds-2cd2041g1-idw1
The latest firmware version for G0 5.5.87 worsens worse from the camera menu after the update can not stop the infrared and the camera no longer connects to the nas server samba cifs It does not work...
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