Tutorials

How Do I Share the V380 Pro Camera with Another Phone? Follow My Guide—It Takes Less Than 5 Minutes

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Many customers have asked me if a single V380 Pro camera can be viewed by multiple phones. The answer is absolutely yes. The V380 Pro app has a feature for sharing the camera device with other people’s phones. In my experiments, a single V380 Pro camera could be shared with more than five phones. And amazingly, all five phones could view the live feed from a single camera without any delay.

Isn’t that very interesting? Well, in this article, I’ll show you the steps for sharing your camera with someone else’s phone.

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Bardi Camera’s Image Display Is Upside Down in the App, And Here’s How I Fixed It

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Are you experiencing the problem of your Bardi camera displaying an upside-down image in the app? Don’t panic, because here I’ll provide a solution. The upside-down image in the app isn’t caused by a damaged camera, but by incorrect installation and settings. This issue often occurs with indoor Bardi cameras like the Bardi Indoor PTZ, Bardi Syno, Bardi Baby Camera, and other cameras.

In this article, I will explain how to fix the Bardi camera displaying an upside-down image in the application in just a matter of minutes.

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What Is the Name of the Hikvision Camera App? Here Is the Name of the Hikvision Camera App and How I Downloaded It

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Hik-Connect is an application for Hikvision cameras. With this application, users can connect cameras, NVRs, DVRs, and other Hikvision devices, including access control devices. Once connected to the application, users can view live footage from the camera, playback, and perform basic settings such as device sharing, downloading recordings, and other functions.

In this article is my documentation for downloading and installing Hikvision application on Android and iPhone.

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How I Setup the iVMS-4200 on a Mac Before Use

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This article is a continuation of my previous article on how to download and install the iVMS-4200. The reason I didn’t merge this article with the previous one is because I thought creating a new article would provide a more detailed explanation of how to prepare the iVMS-4200 on a Mac before use. One of the initial settings before using the iVMS-4200 is creating an account. This account is used to log in to the dashboard, where you can configure the device and view the live view from the Hikvision camera.

If you’re just starting out using iVMS-4200 on your Mac, this article will be a great resource. I wrote it based on my personal experience.

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What is the Snapshot Feature on the V380 Pro? I Tried Using It

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The V380 Pro camera features a feature called Snapshot. This feature is said to allow users to take screenshots from the camera while viewing the live view. This allows users to save screenshots directly to their phone, even if the camera doesn’t use a memory card. This feature is available on all V380 Pro models, and users can use it directly from the V380 Pro app.

Because of my curiosity, I tried this feature and I wrote all the results in this guide.

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How Do I Download and Install iVMS-4200 on a Mac Laptop? I’ve Written a Complete Guide

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Before I had a Windows computer, I used a Mac laptop. As a CCTV camera technician, I had to try various CCTV camera applications that could be used on a PC. Since I use a Hikvision DVR, I looked for software available for Mac. Fortunately, Hikvision offers iVMS-4200 for Mac. While iVMS-4200 on Mac doesn’t have the full functionality of its Windows counterpart, this software is available for those who want to view Hikvision CCTV cameras on a Mac.

I wrote this guide for Mac users who want to view their Hikvision camera display on a larger screen using the iVMS-4200 software.

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How Do I Change the Name of the V380 Pro Camera in the App?

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Before I deleted the V380 Pro camera connected to the app, I was confused because the camera was still using the default serial number. I didn’t know where the camera was installed, whether it was in front of my house or in the backyard. Therefore, I changed the camera name according to the location where the camera is installed. Changing the camera name in the V380 Pro app makes it easier to see which camera you want to view based on the name you gave it.

This article will discuss all about how to change the V380 Pro camera name in the application and you can immediately practice it directly.

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Imou Camera App—How to Download and Install It for Free on Android and iOS Phones

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When you purchase an Imou camera, you’ll need an app to connect the camera to your phone. The app for Imou CCTV cameras is called Imou Life. It’s a great app. You can connect multiple Imou cameras to the app and monitor them remotely. Furthermore, with this app, you can also view saved video recordings, adjust camera settings, and access the Imou camera’s features.

I wrote this article as a complete guide to download and install the Imou Life app on Android phones and iPhones.

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How I Permanently Removed My V380 Pro Camera From Its App

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The first time I used the V380 Pro, it kept crashing, even though I’d only used it for 1-2 months. This also traumatized me about selling the V380 Pro to new customers. Therefore, at that time, I frequently deleted the V380 Pro from the app because the camera could no longer be used. Deleting the V380 Pro from the app also aims to re-add the camera to a new account. If the camera is still connected to the old account, it can no longer be added to the new account.

In this article, I will explain in detail about the safe way to remove V380 Pro camera from its application permanently.

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My Way To Download And Updgrade V380 Pro Camera Firmware In Minutes

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In fact, you don’t need to update the V380 Pro’s firmware as long as the previous firmware still works properly. Generally, firmware updates are only for security purposes or bug fixes. However, in my experience, updating the V380 Pro’s firmware doesn’t affect any of the camera’s functions or add any new features. Typically, the camera retains the default functions and features from the time of purchase.

This article I wrote will provide information on how I correctly downloaded and updated the V380 Pro camera firmware.

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How I Connected My V380 Pro Camera to Wi-Fi and My Phone—Common Issues with the Camera Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

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Who here just bought a V380 Pro camera? You’re probably wondering how to connect it to your phone and Wi-Fi, right? The V380 Pro is one of the smart camera brands. This camera can be connected directly to your phone using the V380 Pro app. Once successfully connected to your phone, you can monitor it remotely from outside your home, even if you installed the camera inside your home.

No need to look for other sources, because in this article I have made a complete guide on how to connect the V380 Pro camera to your phone and its application.

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