How to set up FTP on Dahua NVR or DVR
Dahua NVRs and their OEM versions support File Transfer Protocol or "FTP" which is a standard network protocol used for...
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Hikvision Data Transmission Error (solution)
Hikvision Data Transmission Error code shows up when you’re trying to view the cameras remotely on the iVMS-4500 or Hik-Connect...
Dahua: Configuring the recording quality
The Dahua security systems (DVR or NVR) use two video recording streams: a Main Stream and a Sub Stream. The...
13 practical tips for maintaining your CCTV security system
Your CCTV security camera systems need regular maintenance to ensure a clear picture, uninterrupted feed and complete coverage of key...
Foscam: Not receiving alarm email but the email test is successful
It can happen that after the email settings of an Foscam IP camera were successfully set up, the user is...
How to set up a static IP address for a Foscam camera
This guide shows the procedure on how to set a static IP address for a Foscam camera. There are two...
Swann Security Push Notification not working on Android
This guide shows how to fix the issue of Swann Security push notification not working on an Android phone or...
Swann Security Push Notification not working on iPhone
This guide shows how to fix the issue of Swann Security push notification not working on iPhone or iPad (iOS)....
The NVR / DVR ports and connections explained
The following guide describes the uses of common ports and connections that are used on various NVR or DVR security...
How to set Zosi alarm notifications using a Gmail account
It’s possible to set up alarm notifications on a Zosi DVR or NVR and every time there’s an alarm you’ll...
How to zoom a motorized HD-CVI varifocal camera via web browser
A HD-CVI varifocal camera with a motorized lens is able to remotely be controlled by zooming in or out. Apart...
Playing multiple Hikvision videos simultaneously using VSPlayer
The VSPlayer allows for users to play up to 16 exported Hikvision videos at once, simultaneously. The supported channel interfaces...
How to merge Hikvision recording files together using VSPlayer
Many times when you export multiple recording files from a Hikvision NVR or DVR the files will be incredibly short...
How to play Hikvision recording files using VSPlayer
Hikvison recommends that users use the VSPlayer for viewing playback files. This is applicable for Hikvision devices sold under their...
How to convert Hikvision recording files using VSPlayer
The Hikvision VSPlayer allows you to convert the format of your playback files from one format to another. This function...
Download Hikvision VSPlayer (Windows and Mac)
VSPlayer is a media player that supports all the video files encoded by Hikvision products (IP cameras, NVR, DVR). The...
How to turn on WDR on Hikvision camera
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) is designed for the BackLight situation which consists of high brightness and dark shadows on the...
How to move the Hikvision Date/Time tag on the screen
In certain cases you many need to move the Hikvision date/time tag to a different spot on the monitor/TV. Let’s...