What tools are needed to connect surveillance cameras with the phone?
The following shows the tools needed to connect surveillance cameras with the phone:
Digital video recorder (DVR).
Surveillance camera (CCTV).
cell phone.
camera link.
Internet cable.
Computer.
DVR application on the phone.
Router.
Connecting surveillance cameras to the phone via WiFi
Here are the steps for connecting security systems; Surveillance cameras on your phone via WiFi:
Connect the camera to the Internet, by connecting the DVR itself to the router, by going to the Network section, to set the network settings to a static IP address, this will bypass the automatic option that the DVR will use automatically.
Set the router to forward the port.
Install and launch the Security Camera app on your smartphone.
Add your security camera to the app using a model code or a QR code.
Tap the security camera attached to the phone to see a live video of the scenes captured by the camera.
Set configurations such as motion detection, alerts frequency, etc. to suit your monitoring requirements.
Some of these steps may differ due to the difference of the individual security camera application, so you should check the application system to prepare steps for more information.
How to connect surveillance cameras to a mobile phone to a cellular network
If you have an NVR that uses a cellular network, follow these steps to connect the camera to a mobile device:
Buy a SIM card, and insert it into the camera.
Download the monitoring app.
Add security cameras to the application.
Select the security camera to display.
The above steps are straightforward to link, so you should check the in-app instructions for any additional steps that may be required.
What are the best applications that can be carried on a mobile phone to connect surveillance cameras?
The following shows the best applications that can be carried on a mobile phone to connect surveillance cameras:
Reolink application: It is an excellent, free and widely spread application, with 2.5 million users. It is easy to use and can be downloaded from their website or from the application store of your mobile phone.
Alfred App: It is a simple and easy to use application, with an attractive and colorful design, and this application supports older Android devices.
I-Security application: It is also one of the coolest applications in this field. It is also distinguished by the fact that when you connect it with the computer, the computer becomes a surveillance camera for you.
Hik-Connect application: It is an application that specializes in one specific type of surveillance cameras called Hikvision and Hi-Lock, and is not available on the Android phone store, only monopolized on the iPhone; Because it is American made and has special restrictions.
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