How do you set up the system to record to a DVR or hard drive? Does it have to be hardwired to the camera or can it send video via wifi to a pc?
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This didn't answer his question. He asked HOW to setup the system to record to DVR or hard drive. I'm curious also.
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The ip camera doesn't need to record to a DVR and don't need to hardwired to the DVR . it can send video via wifi to a PC or FTP server , NAS and Email account .
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Yes you can add a hard drive (I put a 1 TB SATA) and then set it to record to it.
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You'll need a DVR recorder and a camera wire to make this camera work. DVR: http://www.amazon.com/Installed-GW-Security-Professional-Realtime/dp/B00E3EHQYW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1396846216&sr=8-3&keywords=gw9704h 100feet camera wire: http://www.amazon.com/GW-Security-Pre-made-Siamese-Systems/dp/B004WZGDBY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396846249&sr=8-1&keywords=gw100caw
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Correct, this device is not direct recorder. You have to have a computer/laptop to run the software and to store the captured data.
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The DVR has BNC connectors on the back, so you'll need an adapter to convert from your camera's RCA connector. Once you get the adapter, you should be able to record and view your wireless camera from the network via the DVR. RCA to BNC adapters are available on Amazon.com.
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Hi, you will need to have a pc which is compatible with the dvr capture card to make it work. Irene
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These cameras aren't wireless capable, however, if you hook up the DVR to your local network via a cat5/ethernet cable, than you should be able to access the cameras wirelessly if you have a wireless router.
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Not unless the DVR is wifi capable. So it must be wired direct to a router.
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You have to purchase a DVR with an AV hard drive. I'm using zmodo's DVR and it works great with these, I just open my second order of these cams 5 minutes ago.
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Yes. You must first set up the cameras on a local wifi network. Most DVR boxes have a scannable QR code that will automatically put the information on the app. Enter username and password, and then press connect. MAKE SURE CAMERA SYSTEM HAS LATEST UPDATE!!!
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You need a dvr with Internet access to connect the camera to most dvr now have that feature. If you want just a camera you need to install an IP CAMERA.
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You will need a DVR. I suggest the Zmodo 4 channel or 8 channel system. The Camera is powered by the supplied power wires. I use the Zmodo systems wires that have two plugs on each end, one power wire and one video wire. Run the wires through either a drilled hole in your house or if 2nd story i suggest you crack the window and lightly close the window on the wires but do not crush them. On window sill (if doing so i suggest a window wedge or two be placed on the window edge to secure your home *Crease (sp?) wedge is what i used, it is about $10 on Amazon. Suggest a computer monitor off Craigslist or hook into your computer. You will need a DVR. I suggest the Zmodo 4 channel or 8 channel system. The Camera is powered by the supplied power wires. I use the Zmodo systems wires that have two plugs on each end, one power wire and one video wire. Run the wires through either a drilled hole in your house or if 2nd story i suggest you crack the window and lightly close the window on the wires but do not crush them. On window sill (if doing so i suggest a window wedge or two be placed on the window edge to secure your home *Crease (sp?) wedge is what i used, it is about $10 on Amazon. Suggest a computer monitor off... » Read More You will need a DVR. I suggest the Zmodo 4 channel or 8 channel system. The Camera is powered by the supplied power wires. I use the Zmodo systems wires that have two plugs on each end, one power wire and one video wire. Run the wires through either a drilled hole in your house or if 2nd story i suggest you crack the window and lightly close the window on the wires but do not crush them. On window sill (if doing so i suggest a window wedge or two be placed on the window edge to secure your home *Crease (sp?) wedge is what i used, it is about $10 on Amazon. Suggest a computer monitor off Craigslist or hook into your computer. « Show Less
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You need to have a LAN set up, the cameras can connect either by ethernet cable or wireless. You can record audio and video using Internet Explorer that you probably have already, the cameras also come with a separate Foscam Client program that will do it also. Be aware that long recording times will use up a huge amount of drive space, these are not meant for continuous recording.
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Power and Ethernet plug in. But you can have it wireless through your Wi-Fi. The power cord is only about 5-6 ft. You will deffinatly need an extender unless you have a plug right where you need the camera. Also as an fyi, I was just informed by the makers that their own program doesn't allow for motion recording and that a third party software is required. It also seems that their own software doesn't record on a set timer nor with manual recording as I tried the last two methods with no success. So far it's excellent in showing me what is streaming at a given moment but if I'm not there and something happens, there is no way to record unless third party software is used. So that was a headache. Good pic quality though.
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The DVR must be connected to the Internet using a CAT5 cable. It will not work through a wireless connection.- WJ.
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The camera can be directly connected to a PC using the included ethernet cable. You can monitor an area and record video without any other equipment. To take advantage of the other features like remote viewing or email notification you will need a router and an internet connection.
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These cameras are connected to a network either by wireless or directly connected. They do not have a video out connector to hook up to a recording device like a DVR