How to Use Hikvision Hik-Connect

How to Use Hikvision Hik-Connect App on iPhone & Android

Time needed: 5 minutes

Hik-Connect is a mobile phone surveillance application from HikVision, which is available on iPhone and Android phones, supporting Hikvision CCTV Camera, DVR, HD-TVI CCTV Camera, Alarm, Door Access Reader, IP Camera, NVR, etc. Hik-Connect is the newer generation of the mobile application after Hikvison iVMS-4500.

The below is the guide on how to use Hikvision Hik-Connect.

Download the Mobile App
For iPhone users, search for "Hik-Connect - for End user" from the iOS app store. For Android phone users, please go to Google Play Store and download the app (same name) and install it.

After downloading is complete, click the app Hik-Connect to open it
Add the Hikvision Devices to Hik-Connect App
In order to add Hikvision CCTV, IP Camera, Door Access Reader, or Alarm System etc to the mobile app, click the Login/Register button to start with.

If you already have a Hik-Connect account, you can login accordingly now. If you don't have an account, you can register one here.
Add the Hikvision Device Now Using Serial Number (SN)
Click the top right corner “+”. After that choose "Scan QR code" as shown below.

We will use "Scan QR code" method which is most popular method to illustrate. You can find your QR code on the packaging box, the bottom of the NVR/DVR, or the side of the camera. You can also get the SN after you login to the devices.

If you can't scan the QR code, you can also click the top right corner of the "pencil" icon to enter it manually.

If you have successfully added the devices, you will see the SN appear as follows. Click "Add" to proceed.
Choose the right device type, and enter the device verification code

You need to select the right device type and enter the device verification code, which was configured during the initial setup process.
Add the Hikvision Device Now Using Domain Name
Click the top right corner “+” and choose "Manual Adding" as your adding method.

After clicking it, you will direct to this page and require you to change the Adding type from "Hik-Connect Domain" to "IP/Domain"
Insert your IP/Domain details

After you choose IP/Domain, it will show you the column where you need to fill up in order to add the device on your phone apps. (Please check with your vendor on the details you need)
Watch the live view
Once you done adding the device into Hik-Connect app, you will see this interface below. Just tap the device and you will be able to see the live view.
Useful Tips for Live View
Here are useful tips when you watch the live view: 1) Resolution quality (toggle between the fluent mode and high resolution mode); 2) Digital zoom during live view; 3) Take a screenshot; 4) Record clip of video.

If you have more than 1 camera, please choose the camera channel depends on the number of cameras you have in order to view all.
Playback the Video Records
To view Playback records, go back to your main page of the apps. Tap the top left corner icon which is shown below.

After that, choose the date and time you want to view the playback record. Choose the camera which you want to view the playback of it and click "Start Playback".

That is it! We have covered all the important usage of the Hikvision Hik-Connect mobile app in this tutorial. Feel free to play around with it. If you need any Hikvision CCTV, intercom, or door access, we would love to hear from you!

User Guide - 03/31/2021

How to Use Dahua DMSS Mobile App

Time needed: 5 minutes

Dahua DMSS is a mobile surveillance app with features such as remote monitoring, video playback, push notifications, device initialization, and remote configuration. Access controllers, alarm hubs, doorbells, NVRs, XVRs, VTOs, and NVRs can be added to the DMSS. Once you log into your account, you will be able to access cloud services such as cloud upgrade.

This guide will show you how to use Dahua DMSS on mobile phone, iOS and Android system.

Download "DMSS" from the App Store
For iPhones, go to the "App Store"; for Android Phones, please go to the "Google Play", and download the app: DMSS. These are the links: DMSS on App Store; &: DMSS on Google Play Store
Open the DMSS App and Select the Country of Residence
After downloading the app, click to open it. You will see the step that is asking you to choose the "Region". Please choose the country of your current residence. The purpose is to facilitate the P2P connection of Dahua's P2P connection. The country or area you choose can be changed later, so don't worry if you will move to other countries in the future.
Add Dahua Devices on DMSS
Referring to the image below, click the Top Right Corner to add new device.

You now have a few options to add the Dahua device to the app: SN/Scan, IP/Domain or Online Search. Choose the option that is suitable for your installation, or follows our or your device supplier's advice. If you have purchased the Dahua IP Camera, XVR, NVR, HDCVI Camera from us and not sure what to do, please contact us.
If you choose to add the Dahua Device by "Manually Add/Bluetooth Search"
Click "Manually Add/Bluetooth Search".
Click "Decline" for the bluetooth scan.
Click "Decline".
Click "Cancel" for the location services.

Click "Cancel".
Choose your device type.

Choose the right type of device (IP Camera, NVR or DVR/XVR) you have purchased.
Add the Device Now

Scan the QR code of the Dahua IP Camera, XVR or NVR (on the device itself, on the packaging box, or on the web interface). If you don't have the QR code, click "Manual Enter SN". Leave the security code option blank.
Enter Details of the Dahua Device
After that, please enter the device name, username and password. Device name is up to you to decide.

If you have purchased the Dahua IP Camera, XVR, NVR, HDCVI Camera from us and not sure what to do, please contact us. After you have entered all the required information correctly, click the Save icon on the top right to watch the live video footage.
If you choose to add the Dahua Device by "IP/Domain"
Refer to this step only if you have chosen to add via "IP/Domain".

Select the right device you are trying to add, and enter the information of Device Name, Address, User Name, Password. Device name is up to you to decide.

You should have the information, or been given the information by your device supplier. Again, if you have purchased the Dahua IP Camera, XVR, NVR, HDCVI Camera from us and not sure what to do, please contact us. After you have entered all the required information correctly, click Start Live View to watch the live video footage.
Some Setting to Play Around under the DMSS Live View
Referring the image below, clicking the icon circled will enable the switch between mainstream and substream - a way to switch between fluent transmission and clear image. You can also take screenshot, keep the video clips, or close the live view, etc.
To Watch the Recorded Footage
To replay the recorded video footage, go to the main menu of the app, click the Playback icon on the top left, as shown below.
Choose a Few or All cameras to reply
Upon clicking Playback, tap the top right corner to select the Dahua device of which you want to replay the video.
Select the Time and Date to Start the Playback
After choosing the right camera, you need to select the date and time of the playback which you want to view. Once done selecting, click OK.
Some Setting to Play Around under the DMSS Playback
The playback video will start to play and you can fast forward, export or watch it in full screen mode as shown below.

That is it! We have covered all the basic usage of the Dahua DMSS mobile app in this tutorial. Feel free to play around with it. If you need any Dahua CCTV, intercom, or door access, we would love to hear from you!

If you want to change the Dahua CCTV camera password, follow this guide: how to change Dahua CCTV camera password on DMSS

User Guide - 03/26/2021

CIF of CCTV Camera

CIF, which stands for Common Intermediate Format, also known as FCIF (Full Common Intermediate Format), is a format used to standardize the horizontal and vertical resolutions in pixels of YCbCr sequences in video signals.

Usually, in home and business CCTV camera world, terms also used are CIF, 2CIF (2x CIF), and 4CIF (4× CIF), and WD1 (Higher Resolution! NEW! Used by us on analog CCTV packages!). The resolutions for all of these formats are summarized as follows:

CIF resolution: 352×288

2CIF resolution: 704×288

4CIF resolution: 704×576

WD1 resolution: 960×576 (used by us on analog CCTV packages. Wider than 4cif in terms of the resolution)

Of course, the high resolution you have, the better video quality you have. Also note that people also refer 4CIF as “D1″, which basically means the same thing.

Cif Image:

2Cif Image:

4Cif Image:

Knowledge - 01/26/2021

Hikvision Claims Top Position in World CCTV Video Surveillance Market

HikVision is now number 1 in every CCTV equipment category, including network megapixel IP cameras

(16 July 2015) According to the latest report from business information provider IHS Inc. (NYSE: IHS), Hikvision has strengthened its position as the world’s leading CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment company, the fourth year in a row that Hikvision has topped the list. The company’s dominant 16.3% total market share in terms of revenue is up by more than 50% compared with the previous year and more than double its 8% market share of just two years ago.

Even more significantly, Hikvision has claimed the Number 1 position in every individual equipment category, making up 18.9% of the global network security camera market, increased by 5.9 percentage points of revenue market share compared with last year’s Number 2 position (13%) in this fast-growing camera sector. The report also indicates the company’s efforts in overseas market over the years by ranking Number 2 position in CCTV & Video Surveillance Equipment category in EMEA market, achieving a 9.2% market share.

The table below illustrates Hikvision's rankings and market share in various categories (as per report published by IHS "Video Surveillance Intelligence Service").

"We are very pleased to see Hikvision's rankings in CCTV and video surveillance equipment. This is an attribute to our continuous R&D innovation and investment. Importantly, we move forward with the rapid developing market trends of IP surveillance which benefits us the great achievements in IP product segments.” says Cynthia Ho, Vice President at Hikvision.

“We appreciate our customers’ and partners’ support and trust in Hikvision. Looking forward, we will continue to seize every opportunity to meet the market need and keep investing in R&D, offering more benefits and service to our customers.”

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