How to Add IMOU Camera to Hikvision NVR: A Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction
If you're looking to integrate your IMOU camera into a
Hikvision NVR (Network Video Recorder), you're in the right place. In this
tutorial, we'll walk you through the process step by step, making it easier
than ever to achieve seamless camera integration.
Setting Up the Static IP Address for the IMOU Camera
- Open
the IMOU Config Tool: Begin by launching the "Config Tool,"
a powerful utility that enables you to manage your IP cameras. Click on
"Search setting."
- Enter
Password: You'll need to enter the password for the camera. The
default password is usually the safety code. Click "Ok" to save.
- Edit
Camera Settings: Click on "Edit" to modify camera settings.
- Configure
IP Settings: In the editing window, enter the following details:
- IP
Address for the Camera
- Subnet
Mask
- Gateway
- Save
Changes: Click "Ok" to save the modified IP settings. You'll
receive a notification that the IP modification was successful.
Integrating IMOU Camera into Hikvision NVR
- Access
Hikvision NVR: Open the Hikvision NVR interface and navigate to the
"Configuration" section.
- Camera
Management: Click on "Camera Management" to access
camera-related settings.
- Quick
Add: Select "Quick Add" to initiate a search for the IP
camera on the network.
- Select
the Camera: Once the search is complete, select your IMOU camera from
the list and click "Ok."
- Modify
Camera Settings: Click on the camera you've added and choose
"Modify." You'll need to enter the password for the camera
(usually the safety code). Enter it and confirm.
- Manual
Camera Addition: If you prefer, you can also manually add the camera.
Click "Add."
- Enter
Camera Details: Input the following information:
- IP
Address of the Camera
- Select
the ONVIF Protocol
- Enter
HTTP Port
- Password
for the Camera (default is safety code)
- Video
Encoding Modification: In case your camera supports H.265 but your NVR
doesn't, you can adjust the video encoding settings to ensure
compatibility.
- Finalize
Configuration: Click "Ok" to save the camera settings.
You've successfully integrated your IMOU camera into the Hikvision NVR.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You've successfully added your IMOU camera
to your Hikvision NVR, allowing you to enjoy efficient monitoring and
surveillance capabilities. By following the step-by-step instructions in this
guide, you've overcome any potential hurdles and ensured smooth integration.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a business owner looking to enhance
security, this process empowers you to harness the full potential of your
camera-NVR setup.
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