CCTV manuals, tutorials, setup guides, troubleshooting help, and repair information for Hikvision camera products.
How to set Up ONVIF on a Hikvision DVR/NVR – ONVIF configuration is an important feature if you want to connect a Hikvision DVR or NVR to other devices. With ONVIF enabled, Hikvision recorders can communicate with compatible third-party devices and CCTV applications, even if they’re from a different brand.
In this guide, I’ll show you how to enable ONVIF on Hikvision devices, including NVRs, DVRs, and IP cameras.
Complete list of Hikvision products beyond security cameras – What comes to mind when you hear the word Hikvision? Security cameras, of course. I used to think that Hikvision only offered security products. However, as the company grew and market demand increased, Hikvision now produces and supplies products beyond security cameras. Examples include networking products, access control, parking management, and alarms.
In this article I will provide you with information that Hikvision is not only selling security cameras that you should know.
Some time ago, I tried to install the SADP Tool on my Windows 11 computer. However, the installation failed due to an error message. After further research, I discovered that the SADP Tool is no longer updated and has been replaced by another software with similar functionality, HiTools Delivery. So, if you’re looking to configure Hikvision devices, consider switching to HiTools Delivery.
This guide explains how to change the device IP address, update the administrator password, and reset a device password using HiTools Delivery
Many Hikvision users on platforms like Reddit and security camera forums are still looking for ways to reset their device passwords. In most cases, they’ve simply forgotten the login credentials for their NVRs, DVRs, or IP cameras. Some have even tried several methods without success. For example, one user with a Hikvision DS-7608NXI-K1 NVR was unable to reset the password. In situations like this, two useful tools to consider are SADP Tool and the Hik-Partner Pro app. Both are designed to help users reset Hikvision device passwords through the appropriate recovery process.
In this article, I’ll show you how I reset the passwords for Hikvision NVRs, DVRs, and IP cameras using SADP Tool and Hik-Partner Pro.
Hikvision SADP Tool installation failed (Error Launching Installer) on Windows 10/11 – If you’re trying to install the SADP Tool on Windows 10 or Windows 11 and receive an “Error Launching Installer” message or the installation stops abruptly, you’re not alone. I recently encountered the same issue while installing the SADP Tool on a Windows 11 PC. The installer displayed “Launching Installer” for a few seconds before closing without installing anything. After testing several solutions, I found a few methods that consistently fixed the problem.
In this guide, I’ll explain the possible causes of this issue, how to fix it, and the best alternative to SADP Tool.
Hikvision RTSP URL and how to access it – Nearly all Hikvision IP camera models have an RTSP URL. This RTSP URL allows users to display a live camera feed in third-party streaming software, including VLC Media Player and CCTV management applications that do not support Hikvision’s native protocol. In addition to IP cameras, this RTSP URL is also available on Hikvision DVRs and NVRs.
In this guide, I will show you how to use the RTSP URL for a Hikvision IP camera and access the live stream using third-party software.
A while ago, a customer asked me to help connect an Imou camera to a Hikvision DVR. I wondered whether an Imou camera could work with a different brand of device, especially since Imou already has its own recording system, the Imou NVR. Before explaining the process to the customer, I ran a test at my basecamp to try connecting the Imou camera to the Hikvision DVR.
I also compiled all the documentation into this guide so other technicians can follow the steps to connect the Imou camera to other devices.
On the morning of July 3, 2026 at 7:15 AM, I received a WhatsApp message from a customer who needed help with a problem with the camera not being visible on Hik-Connect, there was a Device Online notification. I was asked to visit the site in person and conduct an inspection that same day. Since I had a free morning, I immediately scheduled a visit to inspect the problem. This is my experience story when dealing with the Device Offline message appearing on Hik-Connect.
In this story I also show the causes and how to solve the problem of the camera not appearing on Hik-Connect with a Device Offline notification.
Some time ago, I installed HikCentral Lite, a lightweight version of HikCentral Professional, and it offers more features than iVMS 4200. This software can be installed on Windows devices. Unfortunately, for Mac users, HikCentral Lite isn’t available yet. So, I switched to Windows. Most CCTV camera software only runs on Windows. So, if you want to try out all the CCTV camera software, you’ll need a Windows computer.
This article will show you how to use HikCentral Lite on your PC, such as adding devices, viewing live camera footage, and playback.
Hikvision CCTV camera users often encounter this problem: the DVR/NVR is on but not recording. This problem also occurs to my customers. Around 11 p.m., I received a WhatsApp message from one of my customers complaining that the CCTV camera was showing on the monitor, but the DVR wasn’t recording. The customer asked me to check the issue at their place of business, a medical equipment store.
In this article, I will share my work experience to solve the problem of Hikvision DVR not recording.
I recently got a new Hikvision IP camera, the DS-2CD1047G3-LIU. It comes with a built-in microphone for audio recording, ColorVu technology for capturing full-color images in low-light conditions, and a 4MP lens that produces clear video. When I install IP cameras, I usually configure them before bringing them to the installation site. This includes setting up the IP address and changing the default password so the camera is ready to use once it’s installed.
In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how I set up a Hikvision IP camera from scratch before installation—all in less than 10 minutes.