How to setup the Hik-connect (step-by-step)
Hik-Connect is a service that allows Hikvision devices such as security cameras and recorders to connect to the Internet and stream video without router configuration since it uses a P2P (Peer-to-Peer) method that it’s easier to setup.By using this service you can view your security cameras remotely from your mobile phone without the need of […]
Security Camera Apps for Android
The best security camera apps for Android are the ones that are easy to use, offer interesting features and work with different types and brands of cameras.If you have a security camera system at home and want to monitor everything remotely from your mobile phone, the best solution is to download and install one of […]
How to install security cameras at home
In this article, I explain how to instal home security cameras yourself.You just need to mount the cameras, run some cables and setup the video recorder.The easiest way to install security cameras at home is by using wired IP PoE cameras and a Network Video Recorder. You just need to run the UTP (network cables) from […]
CCTV basics (for beginners)
This article is about the basics of CCTV and is intended for beginners who have no experience in the field if that is your case keep reading.In this article, I will explain in detail the basic concepts of analog CCTV, and how a small recording system with 4 cameras and a digital recorder works.Just in […]
Advanced Video Analytics Software for CCTV cameras
In certain situations, camera surveillance systems require better video analytics to meet specific monitoring and recording needs.In this article, you will learn what are the advanced video analytics capabilities that are available in the market and how they can be used in day to day situations. ==> I also recommend reading my other article on the […]
IP Camera RTSP URL List (for Blue Iris and other software)
Here’s a complete IP camera RTSP URL list that you can use with your CCTV surveillance software such as Blue Iris, iSpy and many others.The list is in alphabetical order. Just look for the model you have and use the RTSP URL according to your software instructions.360 Vision (all models)rtsp://ip-addr/Â 3eyes3rtsp://ip-addr/Â 3S Visionrtsp://ip-addr/Â 3S Visionrtsp://ip-addr/cam1/h2643xLogicrtsp://ip-addr/Â AAT Holding NVIP-1DN3000V/IR-1Prtsp://ip-addr/Â ABS […]
Blue Iris error 8000274c, 8000274d, 80002745 and RTSP (solved)
If you installed the Blue Iris surveillance software but can’t have your IP cameras working correctly due to errors, this article is for you.There are different types of errors the software presents when something is wrong.In this article, I will talk about the most common errors that are listed below.Error 8000274c (timeout; check IP address […]
IP camera default password list (2020)
Are you looking for the Hikvision default password or for any other IP camera?Sometimes you have an IP camera just in front of you but have no idea how to get access to it just because you lost the camera default password.Believe me, I’ve been there and I know exactly how frustrating it is to […]
What is HDCVI technology (used for CCTV HD Video over coax)?
I bet you already heard or read something about the HDCVI technology used on high definition CCTV analog cameras, don’t you? If you work in the surveillance system industry or are an enthusiast that likes to install your own security cameras, chances are you prefer to use the modern technologies that allow you to have […]
How to connect IP camera to the computer without a router
If you are looking for the information on how to connect IP camera computer without a router, don’t look any further because I have the solution for you just right here. Just keep reading…People also look for the information on how to connect cctv camera to computer with cable, which is essentially the same thing and […]
