Video Motion Detection (VMD)
Video Motion Detection was invented back in the day when hard drives were tiny, as a means of getting multiple cameras to provide recorded coverage for a reasonable number of days on small/expensive...
View ArticleHow to Update a Synology DiskStation
Synology have just released their new software (Version 4.2), which is available to download from today (05/03/2013). So here’s just a short demonstration on how to update your system software. First...
View ArticleNAS Does not connect to Internet and recording time outs...help
Regularly have issues with NAS not connecting to the internet. Any solutions out there? My system: Internet connection: Homeplug to Router POE Switch for Cameras 3MP Hikvision mini Bullets qty 4...
View ArticleCameras not working in Google Chrome?
Google chrome applies automatic updates, meaning the majority of its users are on the latest version. Ususally this is great, however, the latest version has crippled a few plug-ins required with CCTV...
View ArticleCCTV,Access Integration.
Hi…I would like to find out if Samsung CCTV Cameras can be integrated with ZK Teco Acces Control Devices to create a security system
View ArticleIP camera recorder software
Hello, I would like to exchange my old NVR device for a software-based video recorder. A solution requiring development is unexcluded, what's more, I would rather create a camera recorder on my own...
View ArticleThe best CCTV software for an Apple Mac?
That's a simpler question - if you need CCTV recording software for your Apple Mac take a look at Security Spy from Ben Software A customer also pointed out the availability of EvoCam software for Macs...
View Articleroof bulletpoint camera
hi, i'm thinking of installing additional camera. I'd like to cut a small hole in the overhanging roof and point the camera straight downwards for the driveway. I'm trying to make it more hidden from...
View Articlehello
hi, i'm mike. i started to install cameras around my house as some bastardos decided to look through mail boxes plus there is a pub on the same street i know computers pretty well, but i'm not used to...
View ArticleCCTV - ZoneMinder vs Xeoma
decided to compare ZoneMinder and Xeoma software after our bank mail started to disappear from our mailbox. I have learned quickly that simply purchasing cheap camera won’t solve the issue. I have...
View ArticleAre you proud to have CCTV? If so ITV want YOU!
Are you a proud CCTV system owner/operator? Have you ever caught people up to no good on them? My name is Simon, I'm from ITN and we are making a documentary for ITV. We are looking for people who have...
View ArticleHikVision firmware update for DS-2CD2xxx IP cameras
Phil submitted a new resource: HikVision firmware update for DS-2CD2xxx IP cameras (version 5.1.0) - HikVision IP camera Firmware V5.1.0 Latest firmware for HikVision IP cameras. This firmware is for...
View ArticleBaseline Firmware_NVR (76/77/86NI-E)_En_V3.3.0_build150328(new)
Just installed new firmware on Saturday and now Set Alarm Notification won't switch on. Anybody else having this problem after installing.
View Articlefinding decent ip camera brand
hi im a newbie hoping to gain some valuable info.basically im thinking of supplying and installing domestic ip cameras in the uk,ive looked at many suppliers from china and have been using a basic...
View ArticleNeed help recommending an NVR to support 5 x 1080P Cameras
Hi All I need some help as I'm looking for an NVR to support 5 x 1080P Cameras. They will be set-up to record only when the masked are has activity within so not looking to record a permanent stream as...
View ArticleCan't find day night settings anywhere
Hi All This is my first post so hello to all my name is Tom. I have just bought and installed a Hikvision DS-7604NI-SE/P NVR and 3 DS-2CD2132F-IS dome cams. I am totally new to this and had never even...
View ArticlePort and Poe questions
I'm new to this CCTV stuff but have some IP experience. I have two questions - see below. Background I'm planning to buy a standalone NVR - the Hikvision DS-7616NI and 7 or 8 cameras. I'll have 3 IP...
View ArticleFire risk
I am in the process of installing an ip system consisting of a Synology NAS, TP-Link poe and Hikvision cameras to make my house more secure while I am away but realised that this would entail leaving...
View ArticleStreet door camera
Can anyone recommend an ip camera to monitor my street door, preferably one that can fit on the door and be visible to also act as a deterrent. My door is inside an open porch so an internal camera...
View ArticleStrange lights in night IR mode?
I've just setup a 7616 NVR with 2032 bullets. On one camera I'm getting strange dancing lights - looks like some kind of reflection. See attached picture. These lights flicker, and dance around...
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