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Can My Neighbor Point a CCTV Security Camera at My House?—I’m Very Upset. What Should I Do?

My Neighbor Is Pointing Their Security Camera at My House

Security camera lenses have a straight field of view and record everything in front of them. Disputes with neighbors over cameras pointed toward my property are extremely rare; in fact, some of my customers have installed cameras that are slightly angled toward their neighbors’ homes, and rather than getting angry or filing complaints, those neighbors have actually expressed their gratitude because the cameras have helped keep their front yards a little safer.

When is it illegal for a security camera installed by a neighbor to be pointed at my house? And as a neighbor, what should I do?

Motion Detection on My Security Camera Not Working—Here’s How I Fixed It in Minutes

Security Camera Motion Detection Not Working

As far as I know, there are two main types of motion sensors in security cameras. The first triggers motion detection by measuring changes in pixels and relying on motion algorithms; this is known as an optical motion sensor. Examples include the movement of people, animals, and vehicles. The second type triggers motion alerts by detecting body heat and infrared energy, known as PIR motion sensors. Examples include detecting fires and engine heat.

In this article, I’ll explain how to fix motion detection on your security camera if it’s not working.

HiLook NVR, DVR, and IP Camera RTSP URL—How Do I Access Them From VLC Media Player?

I finally figured out the format of the RTSP URL for HiLook cameras. I’ll use this RTSP URL to stream live video from HiLook cameras on media players like VLC. This allows me to view the live feed without having to use an NVR or DVR. Each camera manufacturer sets its own RTSP URL, so the RTSP URLs will vary by camera brand.

In this post, I’ll provide the RTSP URLs for HiLook cameras and explain how to access them using VLC Media Player.

How Do I Set Up and Connect My Wansview Camera to WiFi & My Phone? Read This Guide—It’s Sure to Work

Wansview is a brand of Wi-Fi cameras that allow you to monitor them directly from your smartphone. Wansview cameras can also be referred to as smart cameras. These cameras connect directly to Wi-Fi and your smartphone, allowing you to view live footage, play back recordings, and use the features provided by the camera. After purchasing a camera, the first thing people look for is a guide on how to connect their Wansview camera to Wi-Fi and their smartphone.

In this article, I’ll explain how to connect a Wansview camera to Wi-Fi and your phone, step by step.

How I Set Up My JOOAN Camera with the Cam720 App and View the Live Feed on My Phone

I’ve already purchased a Jooan smart camera. How can I connect the camera to my phone so I can view it remotely? Jooan is a brand of wireless CCTV cameras. This camera does not have a built-in recorder. To set it up, connect the camera to the Wi-Fi network at the installation location and link it to your phone using the app to view the camera’s live feed remotely and play back recordings.

This guide I’ve written will walk you through connecting your Jooan camera to your phone from start to finish

I Repaired a Dahua NVR and XVR 4.0 That Was Stuck on the Logo Screen (Boot Loop) Right at the Customer’s Home

Why are my Dahua NVR and XVR stuck on the logo screen (boot loop)? A Dahua XVR stuck on the logo screen is one of the issues I encounter quite often. The device powers on but does not switch to the live camera feed. In similar cases, the Dahua XVR keeps rebooting. If this problem occurs with your Dahua XVR, it doesn’t necessarily mean the XVR is damaged. Understanding the issue will help you figure out how to fix it.

In this article, I’ll explain the steps I took to fix a Dahua XVR stuck on the logo screen, based on my experience.

Beans View Camera Setup: How I Added the Beans View Camera to My Phone in Just Minutes

Connected My Beans View Camera to My Phone

Beans View is a brand of smart cameras that connect directly to your phone. These cameras have a unique design and come in a variety of colors to fit into your space. For example, the Beans View D210 camera is available in four colors: green, yellow, white, and pink. Once connected to your phone, you can view a live camera view, playback, use camera features, and perform minor adjustments.

This article I wrote will explain how to properly connect the Beans View camera to your phone.

How Do I Enable ONVIF on Hikvision NVR, DVR, and IP Camera? Complete Beginner’s Guide

How to set Up ONVIF on a Hikvision DVR/NVR – ONVIF configuration is an essential feature for users who want to connect a Hikvision DVR or NVR to other devices. With ONVIF support, Hikvision recorders can communicate with third-party devices or compatible CCTV camera applications, regardless of the brand. Many users encounter issues connecting their Hikvision DVR/NVR to other devices, such as incorrect usernames, authentication errors, or failed camera connections. In most cases, these issues occur because ONVIF is disabled.

This guide explains how to enable ONVIF on an NVR/DVR so that it can be connected to other devices or CCTV camera software.

How to Use the EZVIZ App on PC: Add Devices, Live View, Playback & Video Backup

Guide on how to use the EZVIZ App on PC – Finally I can see the live view of the EZVIZ camera getting bigger on the PC. For those of you who want to be like me, you can use the EZVIZ application for PC. This application is free to download and install on PCs running Windows operating systems, including Windows 10 and 11. Unfortunately, the EZVIZ app is not available for Mac OS users.

In this guide, I will explain how to use the EZVIZ app on a computer using Windows 11 because I also use that version of Windows.

How to Unbind EZVIZ NVR from Your Old Account in Less Than 5 Minutes (2026 Guide)

unbind the ezviz nvr from the old account

How to unbind EZVIZ NVR from your account – I’m writing this guide after recently successfully remotely unbinding an EZVIZ NVR. A user contacted me because they couldn’t add their NVR to a new EZVIZ account. After checking the device’s status, I discovered that another account had linked the NVR as the primary account. As a professional security camera technician, I’ll help them no matter where they contact me.

In this guide, I will completely disassemble the steps to untie the EZVIZ NVR device from scratch.

How to Use Franwell Camera App: Create an Account, Add Device, Live View & Playback

The Franwell app is an application for Franwell brand CCTV cameras. With this app, users can connect Franwell cameras to their phones and view live footage remotely. Additionally, users can configure camera settings, playback, and download recordings. The app is available for Android and iOS. You can also install it on a PC using an Android emulator, as the Franwell app is not available for PC.

In this article, I will explain how to use the Franwell application starting from adding cameras, live view and playback.