I’ve come across an app called CCTV Super Password that claims to reset passwords for various security camera brands in just a few minutes. Out of curiosity, I decided to give it a try myself. If it really works as claimed, I might no longer need to rely on multiple tools to reset forgotten passwords for security devices like NVRs, DVRs, and IP cameras.
In this article, I’ll walk you through how I used CCTV Super Password to reset the password on my Hikvision DVR.
How to Add a WiFi IP Camera to SecuritySpy Software—In addition to Blue Iris and iSpy, SecuritySpy is another security camera monitoring app you can try before deciding to purchase a license or subscription. These three applications offer many similar features but differ in terms of user interface and platform support. SecuritySpy supports nearly all popular camera brands currently on the market, including Reolink, TP-Link Tapo, EZVIZ, Hikvision, Dahua, and other devices that comply with the ONVIF standard.
In this guide I will give you direct information on how to connect a WiFi IP camera to SecuritySpy.
HikGrid provides an alternative solution for monitoring Hikvision cameras from a Mac.
Hikvision’s support for Mac devices feels somewhat limited. Many Hikvision software applications are not fully compatible with macOS. One example is iVMS-4200. Although it can still run on Mac, its features are significantly more limited compared to the Windows version. The same goes for Hik-Central Lite, which is also not supported on Mac devices.
In this article, I’ll introduce HikGrid and show you how to download, install, and use it on my Mac.
What is the best software as an alternative to Blue Iris and iSpy – Mac users looking for an alternative to Blue Iris and iSpy finally have a solid option. Since Blue Iris and iSpy only support Windows, Mac users often struggle to find a reliable surveillance solution that works natively on macOS. After researching available options, I discovered SecuritySpy, a powerful video surveillance software built specifically for Mac.
In this guide I will explain a little about the SecuritySpy software and how to download and install it on a Mac.
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.
If you need an easy way to monitor your IP cameras from a Windows computer without an NVR/DVR, SmartVision CCTV Camera Software provides a convenient solution for viewing live video. Whether you’re a homeowner, small business owner, or security system installer, this software lets you access two or more compatible IP cameras from a single interface, just like you would on an NVR or DVR.
This guide, written by me based on my first-hand experience, will explain about SmartVision CCTV Camera Software, including its features, system requirements, download process, installation, and initial setup.
How to connect a Dahua DVR/NVR to SmartPSS Lite – The latest version of SmartPSS software, SmartPSS Lite, makes it easier for users to connect Dahua DVRs or NVRs. Several methods are available: IP/Domain Name, SN, and Auto Register. In my daily work, I prefer adding DVRs/NVRs using the second method, which involves entering the SN or Serial Number. This method is easier than the others.
In this guide you will see the step by step process I took to connect my Dahua DVR/NVR to SmartPSS Lite software in less than 10 minutes.
How to setup Hikvision DVR/NVR and IP camera on Blue Iris – Finally, after purchasing a new PC running Windows, I was able to try out the Blue Iris software. I have successfully installed this software and it is running on my Windows 11 PC.I’ll be testing the capabilities of this software.Does Blue Iris support DVR/NVR connectivity in addition to IP cameras? In this experiment, I used a Hikvision DVR.
In this guide, I invite you to learn together to connect DVR/NVR and Hikvision IP cameras to Blue Iris software.