hikvision

  1. mario11

    Hikvision PTZ + Motion Detection 2.0: DS-7616NXI-I2/S vs DS-7716NXI-I4/S?

    Hi guys, I’m looking for some advice on adding human/vehicle detection (Motion Detection 2.0 / AcuSense) to my setup. Current setup 4x Hikvision DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3 (PTZ) Cameras only support basic motion detection (no person/vehicle filtering) Goal I want: Human & vehicle detection on...
  2. A

    Hikvision DVR on 13.8V from UPS battery

    I have a Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT DVR (Turbo HD AcuSense series). Official spec is 12V DC, ≤18W without HDD. My UPS/shopkeeper booster setup outputs steady 13.8V DC (typical full battery float voltage). Has anyone run this model (or similar 7200HQHI series) continuously 24/7 on 13–13.8V from...
  3. C

    Move from HiLook to Hikvision

    Hi all, I'm looking at changing my camera fleet from HiLook to Hikvision. It's a home setup and I currently have 2 x HiLook IPC-T250H-MU 2.8mm cameras and 4 x HiLook IPC-T259H 2.8mm (ColorVu). All used with Blue Iris. I purchased the ColorVu cameras first based upon the fact that they are...
  4. S

    Help resetting Hikvision cameras.

    Hello everyone, hope you are all good. I will begin this post saying that I am new both to IP settings and to security cameras in general. I have very basic knowledge for both subject so please try explaining everything very well so I do not get to many questions (thanks in advance). Now, the...
  5. alfredog0

    Need help with XML file for DVR password reset! :/

    Hello, I can't find a working online tool. Could someone please help me process my XML file to reset my DVR password? I have attached the file. Thank you very much!
  6. B

    DS-2CD2120F-IS I frame Stutter and digital glitch in NVR live view and record view

    I have a dozen of these cameras and every one has a stuttering problem and “digital glitches” with my NVR, present on any device that has NVR’s client app - wired desktop WinPC and it’s app, iOS app - or even NVR itself (I have 23” LG connected to the NVR itself) Some notes: Stutter happens...
  7. T

    Looking for advice to replace existing cameras

    Hi all, I'm currently running Reolink RLC-1224A cameras but they haven't met my expectations (poor nighttime performance and the streams to frigate are not great), so I'm looking to replace them with a Dahua, Hikvision, or Empiretech based system. I'd appreciate advice on camera selection for...
  8. B

    Hikvision Exceeded performance limit

    Hi everyone, can someone help me with the “Exceeded Performance Limit” error? I am using four (4) Hikvision 4MP cameras (DS-2CD3346WD-I) with a Hikvision NVR (DS-7604NI-Q1/4P). The error keeps appearing on different channels. If anyone has an idea how to resolve or fix this issue, your help...
  9. L

    Buying firmware

    Is it allowed to buy firmware on here? Specifically I'm interested in full filesystems of Hikvision cameras, if possible newer models. Thanks in advance!
  10. L

    Firmware or root shell on Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I

    Does anyone have the unencrypted firmware for the DS-2CD2386G2-I from any of the recent digicap.dav files? Or does there exist any known method to get a full shell on this camera? I would like to see if I could unlock more of the hardware functionality by modding the camera. (Something like...
  11. S

    Help me choose between these cams?

    Need a little help deciding. — Dahua vs Hikvision + one 180° cam? • All rounder + low light performance? Dahua IPC-HDW5859H-ZE-PV-PRO or Hikvision DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL and one 180° cam: Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2P-LSU/SL or Dahua IPC-PDW3849-A180-AS-PV
  12. J

    HikVision AI Tagging Help (Human/Vehicle)

    TL;DR: Upgraded to AcuSense NVR (DS-7608NXI-I2/8P/S (E)), human/vehicle detection works in Event Viewer but not showing as tags/markers in playback timeline on IVMS, Hik-Connect, or HikCentral Lite. Am I missing a setting or is this a limitation? Hoping you guys can help me out here. I...
  13. S

    NVR recommendation with built-in SMS support?

    Hi there, I'm looking to install a 16+ ch PoE NVR that ideally can take a SIM card and use it to send texts to a list of predefined numbers when alerts are triggered. I have found that Hikvision sells systems that do exactly this, but I have contacted sales and they told me that it's "not a US...
  14. J

    Hikvision as a brand

    Hi all, I'm interested in getting a security system for the outside of my home. the company who gave me a quote uses Hikvision cameras. Are they generally good cameras? how about their software and DVR? thanks
  15. PhilMann

    Hikvision KD8003 not visible in SADP when connected to NVR

    Hello, I have the strange problem that I am not able to connect my Hikvision KD8003 to my Annke N98PBH NVR. When connected directly to the NVR, the KD8003 is neither visible in SADP nor in the NVR itself. Other cameras connected to the NVR are visible in SADP though When connected to a PoE...
  16. henrynguyen

    Latest Firmware for HiLook Camera

    Hi everyone, I’m currently using a HiLook IPC-B121H-D IP camera and am trying to find the latest firmware for it. Unfortunately, I couldn’t locate it on the official Hikvision/HiLook support website. Could anyone help me with a download link or guide me on how to check for updates? Current...
  17. trempa92

    Android SADP Tools - Development in progress

    Greetings everybody, Started working on native kotlin android sadp tools with posibilities for live view and configuration. I will post updates as it goes. registration and login(statistical data) SO far: -Discovery via multicast -Device info TO DO: Activation Change net params Change...
  18. E

    DS-2CD1743G0-IZ – No 720p Substream Support in Firmware V5.5.89 build 210429

    Hi everyone, I have a Hikvision DS-2CD1743G0-IZ dome camera. The official datasheet states that the substream supports 720p resolution, but updating to the latest firmware version V5.5.89 build 210429, the 720p option no appears in the substream settings. Has anyone else experienced this...
  19. E

    Hik NVR struggling to record RTSP streams reliably from certain cameras

    Got a problem which currently has me stumped. At a remote site, I have a typical PoE NVR, which is branded as SPRO, but I believe it is a re-branded Dahua unit. Connected to this NVR are some 10 IP cameras. I did not install this system myself, but rather inherited it, so I cannot explain why...
  20. D

    LTS LTD8316T-ET(U) Password Reset Help

    Hopefully someone has a solution... I rescued an LTS LTD8316T-ET(U) NVR that was part of an office cleanout as the scrap guy was heading for the door. It has no drive, but I have one for it. It boots up and goes right to empty video (no cams attached). So, apparently it works but it does not...
  21. AMP

    Recommendation for a Microphone for Natural Ambient Sound for an Outdoor Hikvision Camera that Overlooks a City Skyline

    Hi all, I have a Hikvision DS-2SE7C432MW-AEB camera that overlooks the Ohio River and the Cincinnati skyline, and I livestream it 24/7 on YouTube at Cincinnati Skyline, Ohio River, Brent Spence Bridge - Livestream from Covington, Kentucky This is what the Hikvision DS-2FP2020 microphone looks...
  22. F

    Need help unlocking OEM Hikvision DVR (URS-DVR7104) – XML file attached

    Hi everyone, I have a locked DVR (model: URS-DVR7104), which is an OEM version of Hikvision (likely equivalent to DS-7104HGHI-F1). The distributor no longer exists, and Hikvision support refused to help since it’s OEM. I'm trying to reset the password using SADP Tool. Model: URS-DVR7104 SN...
  23. HotScape

    DS-7108NI-K1/W/M(C) DUMP BIN

    NVR HIKVISION DS-7108NI-K1/W/M(C) DUMP Bin Need NVR HIKVISION DS-7108NI-K1/W/M(C) Motherboard: DS-80335_P rev 1.0 Dump bin need please!
  24. Z

    Smart event detection problems

    I have a problem with my nvr DS-7108NI-Q1 . The problem is that i was receiving notification about events that were happening intellgence detection smart event sending notifications when something happens. But after upgrading to the latest version it stopped working i stoped receiving...
  25. Testing123TT

    DS-TCG406-E vs iDS-2CD7A26G0

    Hey guys, I've got 2x DS-2CD7A26G0 (the older version), one of which is failing and has to be replaced. What do you guys think - should I go with iDS-2CD7A26G0 (the newer version), or maybe DS-TCG406-E ? I don't see any major differences between these, however, my distributor has priced the...
  26. murrayinglis

    ISAPI "Invalid XML Content"

    For context, I am prototyping a python script to automate adding users to cameras, setting permissions, etc.. I am using the POST /ISAPI/Security/users endpoint with query params ?security=1&iv=b549f9750d5..... Full url string as...
  27. J

    DS-7608NXI-I2/8P/S(E) - No US version...International version okay?

    I've been looking to upgrade my very old NVR LV-N9808C8E (LaView Branded Hikvision) I have a mix of cameras: 1x - DS-2CD2342WD-I 1x - DS-2CD2085FWD-I 2x - DS-2CD2083G0-I 1x - LV-PWD50202-W (LaView Branded HikVision Camera) 4x - LV-PB912F4C (LaView Branded Hikvision Camera) - Only using 1 The...
  28. A

    Hikvision IVMS Access Control Access Group Error code: DAG.dll[1002]

    Hello Everyone, I'm trying to add cards to my KV-8102-IM Outdoor Station. I have already added the person and read the card number. However, when I go to Access Control and try to add it, then click "Apply Changes" on the device, I get the following error: Error code: DAG.dll[1002] Here’s...
  29. W

    Newb needs advice on second hand cameras

    Hey all, new to the security camera game but have been lurking here learning for a while, normally I'd just keep researching but someone near me is selling some second hand equipment and I don't want to miss out. As per usual the photos of the labels seem to have been taken on a potato but it...
  30. tocjesse

    Hikvision NVR Alarm Input Events are starting and ending on their own

    I have a EASR326 NVR with several alarm input connectors, and Ive been having an issue with the Alarm events triggering and starting fine, but then after like 15-20 seconds they end, even though the input wire hasn't changed physically. To diagnose this issue to the simplest level, Ive...