How Do I Remove Cameras, NVRs, and DVRs From the Hik-Connect App? It Turns Out It’s Very Easy

How to Delete or Remove DVR/NVR Device From Hik-Connect

In the Hik-Connect app, you’re free to remove and reconnect devices. There are no restrictions. I myself often do this—removing and re-adding devices in the app. I do this to test devices—whether they’re IP cameras, NVRs, or DVRs—to make sure they connect properly to the app before I install them at a customer’s home.

In this post, I’ll show you that removing cameras, DVRs, and NVRs from the Hik-Connect app isn’t difficult after all.

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I Fixed an EZVIZ Camera That Wouldn’t Record—”Storage Media Exception”—in Just a Few Minutes

Ezviz Camera Storage Media Exception and Status Abnormal

EZVIZ camera not recording, displays a Storage Media Exception or Abnormal message – Ezviz cameras are reliable for home and office security, but like all devices, they can occasionally run into problems. One common issue users face is the storage media exception or abnormal error. This typically occurs when the camera cannot properly read or write to its SD card or internal storage. Fortunately, the fix is usually straightforward.

In this guide, we’ll cover what causes this problem and the step-by-step methods to resolve it quickly.

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What Is the Sleep Mode Feature on EZVIZ Cameras? Explanation, Functions, and How to Enable It

EZVIZ Camera Activate Sleep Mode

Everyone may want some privacy at certain times. For example, if you install a camera in a sensitive area, such as a bedroom, you’ll want the camera to stream and record when you’re away from home at work. However, when you’re at home, you’ll want the camera to stop streaming and recording. By enabling the sleep mode feature, you can set up a scenario like that.

In this guide, I’ll explain how to enable sleep mode and show examples of what the camera display looks like when sleep mode is enabled.

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My Imou Camera Is Showing a Glare When Facing the Window—What Should I Do? Here’s the Solution

Enable WDR Functions on Imou Camera

Imou cameras are sensitive to excessive light reflections. If an Imou camera is mounted facing a door or window, it will display a glare. This is usually caused by incorrect installation. Try not to install the Imou camera so that it faces directly toward the entrance or a window. Or avoid installing it so that it faces a light source. Instead of pointing it outward, it’s best to reposition it to face inward.

However, if the camera is already installed and you’re having trouble moving it, here’s a solution to reduce glare in the Imou camera’s video feed..

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EZVIZ H6c Pro 2K⁺ Camera – Specs, Features & Price

EZVIZ H6c Pro 2K⁺ Camera – Specs, Features & Price

Specifications, features and price for the EZVIZ H6c Pro 2K⁺ camera – The EZVIZ H6c Pro 2K⁺ is the latest security camera from EZVIZ, designed to provide high-quality surveillance for both indoor and protected outdoor areas such as terraces. With 2K⁺ resolution (equivalent to 3 megapixels), this camera can be viewed directly on a mobile phone, producing sharper and clearer images than its predecessor, the H6c Pro, making it ideal for detailed activity monitoring.

Below is a summary of the product details for the EZVIZ H6c Pro 2K⁺ based on the documentation we created ourselves during installation.

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I Disabled the EZVIZ Camera’s Encryption Password So I Can More Easily Share the Camera with Another Phone

How to Disable EZVIZ Camera Encryption Password

EZVIZ cameras have an excellent security system. One of their security features is an encryption password. This prevents the camera from being accessed on another phone until this encryption password is entered. By default, the EZVIZ camera’s encryption password is enabled. If you share the camera with another phone, the app will typically display “The Device is Locked.” If the recipient does not enter the encryption password, the camera cannot be accessed.

If you find this feature annoying, you can disable it through the camera settings in the EZVIZ app. In this article, you’ll find instructions on how to disable the EZVIZ camera’s encryption password.

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How I Created an Account on the Verkada App to View Live Camera Feeds from My Phone

Verkada Camera App Create an Account

Verkada cameras do not have a recording device. All camera settings are configured through the Verkada app and the Verkada Command portal. To use the Verkada app, you must create an account. This account is used to log in to the app. Only then can you configure settings such as adding cameras to the app and viewing the live feed.

This post describes my firsthand experience creating an account on the Verkada app, which turned out to be quite easy.

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How I Set Up My Imou Camera to Record 24 Hours Nonstop—So the Playback Isn’t Choppy

Imou Camera 24 Hour Recording Settings

A common complaint from Imou camera users is choppy playback. This happens because the user hasn’t enabled 24-hour recording mode. By default, Imou cameras record video based on motion or events that occur in front of the camera. For example, this includes people, vehicles, or animals passing by. If the camera doesn’t detect any motion in front of it, it won’t record anything. As a result, the playback appears choppy.

Setting up your Imou camera to record 24 hours a day is easy—you can do it from the camera settings in the app.

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How Do I Set Up a Wireless Network on a TP-Link VIGI NVR? Follow This Guide

TP-Link VIGI NVR Wireless Network Settings

I also just learned that the TP-Link VIGI NVR can be used to provide internet access, much like a Wi-Fi router. However, using it to provide internet access to other devices is not recommended. The wireless network on the VIGI NVR is intended for connecting Wi-Fi cameras that are also TP-Link products, such as TAPO. This way, TAPO cameras not only gain internet access but can also connect directly to the VIGI NVR.

This guide will explain how to enable the Wireless feature on the TP-Link VIGI NVR for Wi-Fi camera access.

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How Do You Set Up the EZVIZ H8c 4G Camera and Connect It to Your Phone? Here’s a Guide You Can Read

The EZVIZ H8c 4G camera relies on a cellular network. As a result, its setup is slightly different from that of EZVIZ cameras that use a Wi-Fi network. EZVIZ 4G cameras generally do not support direct connection to a Wi-Fi network, unless the camera has an RJ45 port that can be used to connect directly to an internet router.

In this guide, I’ll explain how to set up the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera and connect it to your phone.

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Bardi Camera Login: Default IP Address, Username and Password, How to Find It?

Bardi Camera Default IP Address, Username and Password

Bardi camera default IP address, username and password – BARDI is an Indonesian smart home brand founded in 2019. They produce a variety of affordable IoT products that you can control all through one app. Bardi cameras are affordable and easy to use.

Below is important information about the default ip address, username and password of the Bardi camera.

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