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How to Create an account on The Hik Connect App
Download the app go to the app Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android Search for Hik-Connect and install the app Open the App Once installed, open the Hik-Connect app on your phone. Tap Login/Register on the Login screen select register Select ...Remote Viewing of Security Cameras (Off-Site Access)
Remote Viewing of Security Cameras (Off-Site Access) Overview Remote viewing allows you to monitor your security cameras from a different physical location than where the cameras are installed (for example, viewing a business location from your home ...How to Program the IQ Remote to the IQ Panel
Follow the directions below to connect your QW9104-840 IQ Remote keypad to the IQ Panel. 1. Press and hold the power button on the IQ Remote for approximately 5 seconds to power up the device. 2. Press Activate Wi-Fi, then select the same network ...Connecting to Wifi
Connecting to Wi-Fi Using WPS Mode Step-By-Step Instructions: Hold the reset button for 3 seconds until the LED flashes blue. Press and release the router's WPS button or enable WPS through the router's settings. The LED on the camera may turn red ...Video Doorbell Chime
Tap on Home to locate your device list. Select your DB11 device and tap on ... icon. Tap on Device Details. Tap on Ring Linkage Under Link Chime, Tap on the + button to add the Door Chime. Select either Electronic Chime if you are using an Electronic ...
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How to playback on a Hikvision DVR/NVR
The Hikvision NVR/DVR Quick Guide for GUI 4.0 outlines the following steps for setting up and using your system: Navigating the Recorder's Menu: Utilize the mouse to navigate through the menu, confirming selections with a left click. Remember to ...Understanding Motion Recording
In the world of surveillance, efficiency and ease of use are paramount. That's why many customers are discovering the advantages of setting their cameras to record only when motion is detected. At first glance, this might seem like a limitation. ...How to: Configure Port Forwarding on a Hikvision Recorder
In this guide, we’ll go through the steps you need to take to allow remote viewing on your Hikvision recorder. Ensure you follow each step carefully and keep a note of various IP addresses etc as you follow the guide. Hikvision has multiple apps on ...Why Is My DVR/NVR Beeping? Common Causes & Solutions
If your DVR or NVR is making a beeping noise, it's trying to alert you that something may be wrong. These beeps are built-in warning signals to help you catch and resolve issues before they affect your security system. Below are the most common ...How to add a local device on HIK-Connect
Step 1 Open the Hik-Connect app and tap the + on the top-right-hand corner Step 2 Select Online Device Step 3 Find your device and select it. Step 4 Click Add Step 5 Change the alias to anything you want. For example office, warehouse, home, etc. ...