Unbinding Devices from Hik-Connect Account Using the Hik-Connect App (v4.2 & Above)
Adding a Device to Hik-Connect with a Browser
Adding a Device to Hik-Connect with the Mobile App
Creating a Hik-Connect Cloud Account for Remote Mobile Viewing
Deleting a Device from a Hik-Connect Account with a Browser
Sharing a Device from One Hik-Connect Account to Another
Email Setup on DS-K1T671TM-3XF
Using the latest firmware release, DS-K1T671TM-3XF can send email notifications directly from the terminal, eliminating the dependency on client software for such feature. This document will guide through the necessary pre-requisites and procedures required to setup email notifications on DS-K1T671TM-3XF.
DS-HD1 Video Doorbell Part 1: Unboxing and Physical Installation
DS-HD1 Video Doorbell Part 2: Install Hik-Connect and Add/Configure Device
DS-HD1 Video Doorbell Part 3: Operation and Incident Sharing
How to use Two-Way Audio
Activating a Hikvision IP Camera on a Network Using an NVR or DVR
Powering Up a DVR or NVR
Using the DVR or NVR's On-Screen Keyboard
Navigating a DVR or NVR on its Local Display
Password Reset on a DVR or NVR's Local Display
Setting Up Email Notifications on a DVR or NVR
Activating a Device in a Web Browser
Enabling Hik-Connect Remote Access on a DVR or NVR
How To Enable a Privacy Mask Through a DVR or NVR
Upgrading the Firmware on the Hikvision DVR and NVR
Solar power camera kit installation video
DS-2TD2617B-6PA High-Accuracy Thermal Camera Installation
Adding a User to a Hikvision Camera
Building Information Modeling with Hikvision Video Surveillance Equipment
How to Set Up E-Mail Notification on Hikvision Cameras
Remote Viewing with Internet Explorer in Windows 10
Returning a Hikvision Camera to Default Settings
Upgrading the Firmware on the Hikvision IP Camera
Using iVMS-4200 to Remotely View Devices on a Hik-Connect Account
Adding a Device on Hik-Connect Cloud to the iVMS-4200 Client
Creating a Hik-Connect Cloud Account Using the iVMS-4200 Client
Device Activation Via iVMS-4200
iVMS-4200 Part 1: Download, Install, and Login
iVMS-4200 Part 2A: Adding Devices with the Wizard
iVMS-4200 Part 2B: Adding Devices Manually
iVMS-4200 Part 3: Device Groups & Live View
iVMS-4200 Part 4: Playback
iVMS-4200 Part 5: Copy/Export Video
Access control & Intercom | a. How Does Access Control Work on HikCentral Pro
Access control & Intercom | b. How to Manage Person List on HikCentral Pro
Access control & Intercom | c. How to Set Emergency Operation Group on HikCentral Pro
Access control & Intercom | d. How Does Time & Attendance Work on HikCentral Pro
Access control & Intercom | e. How Does Video Intercom Device Work on HiKCentral Pro
Installation & Activation | How to Install HikCentral Pro server
Video Module | a. How to Check Live Video on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | b. How to Set Visual Tracking on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | c. How to Play Video Files on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | d. How Does Event & Alarm Work on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | e. How to Set Smart Wall with Decoder on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | f. How Does User & Role Work on HikCentral Pro
Video Module | g. How Does Health Monitoring Work on HikCentral Pro
How To Restore HikCentral Server
How to Migrate HikCentral Data
Unbinding Devices from Hik-Connect Account Using the SADP Tool
Password Reset with the SADP Tool
How to Activate a Hikvision Camera Using SADP
Converting Exported Video to Third-Party Formats (Format Converter)
Discover, Activate, and Setup Devices with the SADP Tool
Playing Back Directly from a Removed DVR/NVR Hard Disk (Local Playback Tool)
Playing Exported MP4 Video Files on MacOS (VS Player)
Playing Exported MP4 Video Files on Windows (VS Player)
Remotely Backing Up Videos from a DVR or NVR (Remote Backup Tool)
Selecting Hikvision Products with the Hikvision Views App
Using the Batch Configuration Tool
Using the Disk Calculator (v4.0.0.2)
How to Protect Your IP Video Network
Adding a Device on Hik-Connect Cloud to the iVMS-4500 Mobile App
Creating a Hik-Connect Cloud Account using the iVMS-4200 Mobile App
How to Configure Indoor Station Alarm Output
There are two ways to trigger alarm output of indoor station:
1. Zone alarm :when zone alarm is detected, it will trigger alarm output of indoor station
2. Calling linkage: when door station or other indoor station calls indoor station, it will trigger alarm output
How to Batch Register Indoor Station to Door Station
1. Add Devices on iVMS-4200
2. Batch register Indoor station to Door station
How to Configure the Second Lock on Door Station
1. Add Devices on iVMS-4200
2. Add Indoor Station to Door Station
3. Configure the Second lock on the Door Station
How to Set the WIFI Function for HIKVISION IP Camera
1) Set LAN IP
2) Set WLAN IP
3) Login camera via WLAN
How to Upload Custom Sound of Audible Alarm
Preparation:
1. Second generation AcuSense camera (-SL models).
2. Custom audio with .wav format sampling rate as 8 KHz.
How to Record in TF Card with HIKVISION IPC
1. Install TF card
2. Format TF card
3. Set up the schedule
4. View Videos
How to Configure the SRTP Live View
Preparation :
SDKdemo tool downloaded from Hikvision Homepage
How to Set Wi-Fi Connection of Wi-Fi Camera via Mobile Phone Web Browser
Preparation:
1. Wi-Fi router, mobile phone
2. Power up camera and waiting for the indicator light of camera quick flash blue
How to Configure Video Quality Diagnosis Function
The newly added Video Quality Diagnosis function in Basic Event supports 15 kinds of video quality detection functions which are Brightness Exception, Color Cast, Snow Interference, Stripe Interference, Image Freeze, Signal Loss, Clarity Exception, Image Flutter, Video Tampering, Blurred Screen, Image Noise, Light Spot, Image Purple Edge, ICR Exception, Protective Film Unremoved detection.
Each diagnosis function separately supports the setting of rules, linkage method and arming schedule.
How to Preview HDMI Camera
Preparation:
1. DS-2CD21x5G0-IMS.
2. Screw Driver x 1.
3. Displayer with HDMI input.
4. HDMI cable.
5. HDMI switch cable (Type D-to-Type A).
How to Configure Heat Map Function
1. Enter the Heat Map configuration interface: Configuration > Heat Map Configuration 2. Check the checkbox of Enable Heat Map to enable the function.
3. Click Draw Area to define the area you want to count the visitors.
4. Set the Max. Size and Min.
5. Configure the parameters of Heat Map.
6. Go to Arming Schedule tab, and click-and-drag the mouse on the time bar to set the arming schedule.
7. Go to Linkage Method tab, and select the linkage method by checking the checkbox of notify the surveillance center.
How to Install Junction Box of 26xx 27xx 2Hxx Series Camera
1. Installation of 26xx series bullet camera junction box
2. Installation of 27xx series dome junction box
3. Installation of 2Hxx series bullet junction box
How to Get IPC MJPEG Stream via HTTP Commands
1. Configure video stream
2. Get stream on Firefox or Chrome
How to Configure PTZ Function
1. Min. Focus Distance 2. Lens Initialization 3. Preset 4. Patrol 5. Pattern
6. Limit 7. Park Action8. Scheduled Tasks 9. Smart Tracking 10. Rapid Focus
How to Preview IPC via Multicast Protocol
1. Set multicast address
2. Set live view protocol
3. Start Live View
How to Configure Distance Exception Function
Camera Installation Requirements
1. The height of the camera needs to be in the range of 2.5 m to 6 m.
2. The tilt angle of the camera is recommended to be in the range of 25° to 60°.
3. The best detection area is within 6 m of the horizontal distance from the camera.
How to Enable ONVIF Protocol on IP Camera
1. Go to [configuration]-[Network]-[Advanced Settings]-[Integration Protocol], check the checkbox of Enable ONVIF
2. Click Add to create ONVIF user
3. Create ONVIF user and use this username and password to login camera via ONVIF protocol
How to Configure Distance Exception Function
Camera Installation Requirements
1. The height of the camera needs to be in the range of 2.5 m to 6 m.
2. The tilt angle of the camera is recommended to be in the range of 25° to 60°.
3. The best detection area is within 6 m of the horizontal distance from the camera.
How to Configure Heat Map function for DVR
Heat map is a graphical representation of data represented by colors. The heat map function is usually used to analyze the visit times and dwell time of customers in a configured area.
How to Upload Custom Sound of Audible Alarm
Preparation:
1. Second generation AcuSense camera (-SL models).
2. Custom audio with .wav format sampling rate as 8 KHz.
How to Reset Password of NVR DVR via Hik-Connect App
Hik-Connect app should be V4.3 or above. Supported device: Hikvision DVRs and NVRs. This function may vary according to the device model and current firmware version.
1. The device has been added to your Hik-Connect account.
2. Login the account that the device has been bound to.
3. The device do not need to become Hik-Connect online.
How to Use Search Tool for Important Firmware Update on Hik-ProConnect APP
1. Open Me->Tools->Search for Important Firmware Update.
2. Currently, the Hik-ProConnect APP supports two methods search for the device affected by security vulnerabilities.
3. If there is firmware to be upgraded, the device model and security firmware version will be prompted.
How to Add IPC to DVR/NVR Channels through HikConnect Domain
Hik-Connect is able to provide DDNS service for devices, through DONS cameras can be added to backend devices and use normal functions, such as live view, playback, recording.
How to Use Hik-Connect DDNS
The full name of Hik-Connect DDNS is Hik-Connect Dynamic Domain Name Service. Once a device is added to a Hik-Connect account, the Hik-Connect DDNS server will allocate the device serial number as the default Hik-Connect domain name. Customer can edit the domain name later via Hik-Connect APP or web portal. Hik-Connect DDNS provides a mapping relationship between a domain and the device external IP & ports.
DS-K2600 Connect to DS-K1201MF and Open Door with Fingerprint or Card
1) Connect DS-K1201MF fingerprint reader to DS-K2600 access controller;
2) Add fingerprint in iVMS-4200;
3) Card management;
4) Advanced function configuration;
5) Synchronize permission to device;
6) Swipe card and verify fingerprint
DS-K2600 Series Controller Connect To Wiegand Reader
1) Set reader dip switch as wiegand mode.
2) Connect DS-K2600 controller to RS485 reader
3) Check reader LED status
How to Initial Access Controller
In this document, the access controller includes DS-K2600 series and DS-K2800 series access controllers.
How to Enable Advertisem*nt Mode in MinMoe Terminal
This document displays guidance on how to enable advertisem*nt mode in MinMoe access control terminal.
How to Open the Door with QR Code in MinMoe Terminal
This document displays guidance on how to configure QR code in IVMS4200 software and open door with it on MinMoe access control terminal.
How to Configure the Advertisem*nt Picture for MinMoe Terminal
This document displays guidance on how to configure the required advertisem*nt picture for MinMoe access control terminal in the web of this device with its IP.
How to Call Hik-Connect Mobile App from MinMoe Terminal
This document displays guidance on how to call Hik-Connect mobile app from MinMoe access control terminal.
How to Open the Door with PIN Code in MinMoe Terminal
This document displays guidance on how to configure PIN Code in IVMS4200 software and open door with it on MinMoe access control terminal
DS-K2600 Series Controller Connect To RS485 Reader
1) Set reader dip switch for RS485 address.
2) Connect DS-K2600 controller to RS485 reader
3) Check reader LED status
DS-K4H250/450/258 series magnetic lock connect to DS-K2600 series Access Controller
This document is simply used to guide users how to wire correctly and ensure access controllers can control locks. The access controller model in this document is DS-K2604. Part 1 is mainly for magnetic lock wiring, and Part 2 and Part 3 are mainly for the situation that users could get the door status on iVMS-4200 Client.
DS-K2600 Connect to DS-K1201MF and Open Door with Fingerprint
1) Connect DS-K1201MF fingerprint reader to DS-K2600 access controller;
2) Add fingerprint in iVMS-4200;
3) Card management;
4) Advanced function configuration;
5) Synchronize permission to device;
6) Verify fingerprint.
DS-K1100 Series Card Readers Connect to DS-K2600 Series Access Controllers by Wiegand
Connecting card reader to access controller is mainly applied to swiping card to open the door for entrring or exiting.
How to Configure Card Enrollment Station
Preparation:
1. The card enrollment station includes DS-K1F100-D8E and DS-K1F180-D8E;
2. Please download the iVMS-4200 Client on Hikvision official website; http://www.hikvision.com/en/Tools_84.html
Notice:
1. In this document, we use DS-K1F100-D8E card enrollment station;
2. In this document, we use V2.7.0.6 iVMS-4200 Client;
How to Set Access Controller M1 Encryption
1. Access Control Devices 2600 series
2. RS485 Card reader DS-K1108MK
3. Card issuer DS-K1F100-D8
4. iVMS4200 v3.2.0.10
How to Upgrade D8E series Card Enrollment Station
In this document, the card enrollment station includes DS-K1F100-D8E and DS-K1F180-D8E; Make sure you have already got the V2.1.0 firmware and USB Demo for card enrollment station.
DS-K1100 Series Card Readers Connect to DS-K1T105&DS-K1T200 Series Access Control Terminal
If the model of access control terminal is DS-K1T105E/E-C or DS-K1T200EF/EF-C, we suggest customers should match the following several card readers, such as DS-K1102E/EK, DS-K1107E/EK and DS-K1108E/EK; you can find the same symbol ‘E’ in the access control terminal and card reader model name, that means both devices can recognize the EM Card. The ‘M’ access control terminal should be matched the ‘M’ card reader either, and they can recognize the Mifare1 Card.
DS-K4T100 Electric Bolt Connect to Access Control Terminal
Connecting electric lock to access control terminal is mainly applied to open the door for exiting.
DS-K1200 Series Fingerprint Card Readers Connect to DS K1T200 Series Access Controll Termina
Connecting fingerprint card reader to access controll is mainly applied to swiping card or fingerprints to open the door for entering and exiting.
DS-K2600 Series Controller Connect to Door Sensor
1) Power on DS-K2600 controller
2) Connect controller to door sensor cable
How to Set Access Controller's linkage action with Fire Alarm Module
DS-K2600 series access controller can open all its doors when fire alarm signal triggers. Also, we can link other linkage actions such as buzzer or alarm output for fire alarm reactcion. Note: Controller’s power supply must be cut off when doing all the hardware wiring steps.
DS-K2600 Open Door with Card
1) Add device to client software
2) User management(Organization management)
3) Apply permission to device
DS-K2600 Series Controller to Lock
Operation Process:
1) Power on DS-K2600 controller
2) Connect controller to lock
DS-K2600 Series Controller Connect to Fire Alarm Signal
1) Power on DS-K2600 controller and connect lock to DS-K2600 controller
2) Connect fire alarm signal to controller
How to connect secure module to Terminal
Preparation:DS-K1T201 One secure module DS-K2M060
Note: Please cut off power supply before wiring and setting the DIP switch ;
DS-K4H250/450/258 series magnetic lock connect to DS-K2800 series Access Controller
Connecting magnetic lock to access controller is mainly applied to swiping card to open the door for exiting.
DS-K2600 Open Door with Card or Password
1) Add device to client software
2) User management(Organization management)
3) Apply permission to device
4) Add authentication password
5) Change reader verify mode 6) Test
DS-K2600 Open Door with Card and Password
1) What is Interlock function
2) Interlock configuration
3) Test
How to Configure Card Enrollment Station
Preparation:
1. The card enrollment station includes DS-K1F100-D8E and DS-K1F180-D8E;
2. Please download the iVMS-4200 Client on Hikvision official website; http://www.hikvision.com/en/Tools_84.html
Notice:
1. In this document, we use DS-K1F100-D8E card enrollment station;
2. In this document, we use V2.7.0.6 iVMS-4200 Client;
DS-K1100 Series Card Readers Connect to DS-K2600 Series Access Controllers by RS-485
Connect card reader to access controller is mainly applied to swiping card to open the door for entrring or exiting.
How to use 1005KI with iVMS-4200
Hikvision keyboard DS-1005KI support USB connection to computer and control over client software iVMS-4200. This document is intended to show the steps of how to use 1005KI with iVMS-4200.
How to Update DS-1600KI System Version
When you look at this document, please understand the difference between the two versions first.
Firmware version is the program version .To upgrade the firmware version, you need to use the .apk file to upgrade.
System version is the keyboard operating system version. To upgrade it you need to use special update package.
Please note that this document is written specifically for how to upgrade the system version.
How to Rebuild RAID5 when Degraded
As for RAID 5, if one HDD is broken, the RAID5 will be in degraded mode, and we can rebuild RAID5 to recover data. If there are two HDDs broken, the RAID5 will be offline.
How to Add IPSAN to NVR
NVR which supports NFS/iSCSI protocol can add up to 8 * 8T Net HDD including IPSAN or NAS.
Note: This function can be configured in website and local GUI.
How to Use HDD Clone Function with eSATA HDD
The HDD Clone function can be used to copy the hard disk of NVR and back up the hard disk data of NVR. You need to log on NVR local GUI, then go to the Maintenance-HDD OperationHDD to configure.
How to Use Redundancy Record in Group Mode
The customer may have the request to save the video record backup.
Note: This function need more than two hard disks and the redundancy must be used in group mode.
How to Use RAID Function in NVR
Please use the enterprise-class HDDs in HDD Compatible List for RAID function
How to Use NVR POS Function
Currently there are two ways to connect NVR with POS terminals, via network or via serial port. For example: The NVR initiates the connection to the POS server for the POS data communications between POS server camera.
How to Add IP Camera with Custom Protocol
Custom protocol is created by users with RTSP and 554 port. Then, IP cameras can be added to NVR by custom protocol to get naked stream. Note: As for Hikvision cameras, the stream paths are as below. It is enough to fill in one kind of them.
How to Add Ultra HD Resolution IP Camera to NVR
1. Key Step 1---Enable the Ultra HD Resolution Mode
2. Key Step 2---Follow the normal way of adding cameras to add the Ultra HD Resolution multi-track streams IP Camera
How to disable live view output of NVR auxiliary port
For NVR models which have independent output interface, if main output and auxiliary output have the different live view configuration. Even if auxiliary output don’t connect to screen, it will also waste some decoding ability of NVR.
How to Use N+1 Hot Spare in NVR
N+1 hot spare function is used for backup NVR. The maximum of ‘N’ is 32.
Note: This function is now supported by DS-9600NI-I series and DS-96000NI-I series NVR.
How to Use HTTPS Function of NVR
The function of HTTPS ensures the secure access of web services by adding digital signature certificate authentication. All series of NVRs support HTTPS function. This article takes k series NVR (DS-7608NI-K2 v4.30.061 build 210313) as an example to introduce how to use HTTPS function.
How to Watch Smart Playback in NVR
The smart playback function provides an easy way to get through the less effective information. When you select the smart playback mode, the system will analyze the video containing the motion or VCA information. It will mark it with red color and play it in normal speed, while the video without motion will be played in the 16-time speed(the speed function can be configurable, -E/-Q is not supported). The smart playback rules and areas are configurable.
Note: This speed function is now supported by almost all -K/-I/-super I series NVR.
How to Use DVR Coaxial Audio Preview and Playback Function
Preparation :
1. Camera: DS-2CE16H0T-ITFS
2. DVR: DS-7216HUHI-K2(S)
Unboxing and Tutorial of General Analog System
Preparation:
1. DVR, Analog camera
2. Waterproof tape, HDD, VGA cable, Coaxial cables, Monitor
How to Change Analog Camera Resolution
Preparation:
Turbo HD Cameras which belong to HxT series or UxT series can change the resolution of live view in camera OSD menu.
1. Camera: DS-2CE16H0T-ITFS
2. DVR: DS-7216HUHI-K2(S)
Unboxing and Tutorial of Analog PoC System
Preparation
1. POC DVR: The end of model is /P. POC camera: The end of model is E
2. Waterproof tape, HDD, HDMI/VGA cable, BNC cables, Network cables, Monitor,
Unboxing and Tutorial Analog PIR System
Preparation :
1. Camera mode: DS-2CE12DFT-PIRXOF
2. DVR mode: DS-7216HUHI-K2 4.21.000 build190722
Thermal Fire Source Detection Configuration Guidance
1. Make sure VCA Resource Type has been selected with Fire Detection option.
2. Make sure Fire Point info are enabled.
3.1 Fire Source Detection Basic Settings.
3.2 Smoke Detection Basic Settings.
4.1 Check the detected Fire source effect in live view.
4.2 Check the detected smoke effect in live view.
Thermal Temperature Measurement Configuration Guidance
1. Make sure VCA Resource Type has been selected with Temperature Measurement option as default.
2. Make sure Display Temperature info option are enabled.
3. Temperature measurement basic settings. Check the checkbox to enable temperature Measurement function.
4. Temperature measurement normal mode
5. Temperature measurement expert mode---Temperature Rule.
6. Temperature measurement expert mode---Alarm Rule
Thermal VCA Configuration Guidance
1. Make sure VCA Resource Type has been selected with Behavior Analysis option as default.
2. Make sure Rules are enabled.
3. VCA Basic Settings.
4. VCA Rule Settings.
5. Shield Region settings.
How to Switch PN Format for Analog Cameras
- In this case, camera model is DS-2CE10DF0T-PF
- DVR model is DS-7208HTHI-K2 4.21.000 build190722 ;DS-7108HGHI-F1 3.4.891build190121
How to Switch Signal Output of Four in one Analog Camera
1. Open the waterproof cap of the switch button.
2. Press and hold the switch button. 5s later, the image will be no video because the camera is rebooting and do not loosen the button when the camera is rebooting.
3. Wait 2s after the image is stable again and then loosen the button (Do not loosen the button as soon as the image is normal).
How to Configure People Counting function for DVR
People Counting is used to calculate the number of people entered or left a certain configured area and form in daily/weekly/monthly/annual reports for analysis.
How to Recover the DVR Password on Local GUI
This document guide user to recover the password on DVR on local GUI.
How to Control Analog Speed Dome by Pelco-D/P Protocol
1. Connect DVR and Analog PTZ Camera
2. Parameters Configuration
3. Configuration test
How to Disable Analog Channels to Expand IP Channels
To meet customers’ requirement for connecting analog and IP cameras in different rate, Hikvision Turbo HD DVR provide the function of disabling analog channels to expand IP channels. This document is mainly to introduce how to achieve this function.
Note: 1. Different series device have different abilities of expanding IP channels. You can refer to the file for more details. 2. Disabling one analog channel can expand one IP channels.
How to Use POS Function in DVR Using TCP or UDP
To use POS function, both DVR and POS server should be configured and you can configure DVR locally or via iVMS-4200.
How to Change the Channel Signal Type of GUI4.0 DVR
To use POS function, both DVR and POS server should be configured and you can configure DVR locally or via iVMS-4200.
How to Configure Heat Map function for DVR
Heat map is a graphical representation of data represented by colors. The heat map function is usually used to analyze the visit times and dwell time of customers in a configured area.
How to Use Third Party DDNS Services V3.0
An internet connected device (camera, DVR, NVR) can be configured to be accessed from outside its local network. Using an IP address allocated by the internet provider, the end user is able to connect to this device. Internet services for non-enterprise solutions commonly provide a dynamic IP address to its users. The lack of a static IP address means the user must reconfigure their device connection settings every time a new IP address is allocated. Managing multiple devices will prove difficult if IP addresses are constantly changing. This issue can be solved by using a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) Service. A fixed address is assigned by the DDNS service provider that can be used to connect to the desired device. The device itself must be configured with the DDNS credentials so that it may automatically update the service with the newly allocated IP address. Through this service, devices under dynamic IP addresses can maintain static addresses. Hikvision products support a number of third party DDNS services in addition to HiDDNS/Hik-Connect.
Unboxing and Tutorial of General IP Security System
Preparation :
1. NVR, IP camera
2. Memory card, waterproof tape, HDD, HDMI cable, Network cables, Monitor, Switch
Unboxing and Tutorial of Wireless Network System
Preparation
1. Wi-Fi kit or Wi-Fi NVR, Wi-Fi camera
2. Memory card, waterproof tape, HDD, HDMI cable, Network cables, Monitor
Unboxing and Tutorial of PoE IP System
Preparation
1. PoE NVR, IP camera
2. Memory card, waterproof tape, HDD, HDMI cable, Network cables, Monitor.