Importance of Firmware Upgrades

Another reason for updating firmware is to enable new features which are added to the camera software. One example is the 5MP Active Deterrence PTZ, which gained the ability to perform auto-tracking after a new firmware was released in 2021. Leo Xu from Uniview said this about firmware upgrades: “We do a major update every quarter and a minor update every month. Every product has some differences.”

How to Perform a Firmware Upgrade – Via EZTools 2.0

Now that you understand the importance of a firmware upgrades, you’ll want to know how it’s done. The easiest way to upgrade your camera’s firmware is via EZTools 2.0; Uniview’s robust camera configuration tool. You can download that from the support section of our website – 

After installing EZTools 2.0, open the software and follow the steps below to update your Uniview cameras’ firmware:

If you selected an NVR during steps 1 and 5, you will be able to upgrade all cameras added to the NVR during step 6. So, this method makes it very quick and easy to perform a firmware upgrade.

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How to Perform a Firmware Upgrade – Via Web Interface

Another way to perform a firmware upgrade is via the web interface of the camera. To access the web interface of the camera, use EZTools 2.0 to find the local IP of the camera and enter it in your web browser. Or, you can click the “Remote Web” icon to automatically open the camera in your default browser.

Login to your camera via the web interface; you may have to change the default password first. Once logged into the camera, navigate to Setup -> System -> Maintenance. You’ll see two options under Software Upgrade: “Local Upgrade” and “Cloud Upgrade”. If you already have the latest firmware package on your computer, choose “Local Upgrade” otherwise use the cloud upgrade function by clicking “Detect”. If a new firmware is available, the button will change to “Cloud Upgrade”; click it again to update the camera to the latest version.

How to Perform a Firmware Upgrade – Via NVR (using local monitor)

The previous two methods of upgrading your firmware require a laptop or desktop computer to complete. If you don’t have access to a computer, you can also upgrade the camera’s firmware through the NVR’s local interface. Of course, the NVR must be connected to a monitor via VGA or HDMI so you can see what’s happening.

Using a USB mouse connected to the NVR, right-click to open the menu and select “Main Menu”. Navigate to Maintenance -> Upgrade -> IPC Upgrade for a list of all cameras added to the NVR. Click “Check for Update” at the bottom for the NVR to search Uniview’s servers for the latest firmware version for your cameras. Next, select the cameras you’d like to upgrade by checking the box on the left side. Finally, click “Upgrade by Cloud” and hit “OK” to upgrade the selected cameras firmware.

Conclusion

It’s important to regularly keep the firmware on your Uniview cameras updated to the latest version for security and performance reasons. The instructions in this guide also apply to Uniview NVRs, which also need to be upgraded for the same reasons. If you aren’t able to find the latest firmware via cloud upgrade, you can try emailing Uniview support: globalsupport@uniview.com. Occasionally they have access to newer, stable firmware which has not been released on the cloud yet. In addition, we plan on adding firmware downloads to our site in the near future.

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Support – EZView Firmware

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Updating from the recorder

Note: NVR must be online in order for this to work and make sure System > Network > EZCloud is enabled.

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How to Update Uniview Cameras Firmware (2024 Instructions)

If you own a security camera system, it’s very important to keep the firmware updated for all the components such as the cameras, recorders, and even the apps/software used for monitoring. Occasionally, vulnerabilities are discovered which can be exploited and have the system hacked or misused.

Recently, Uniview announced a security notice regarding their firmware and equipment that required an update to close bugs that allowed users to target the cameras.

Another reason to update the firmware of the cameras is to enable new features or other technical improvements.

Sometimes cameras may underperform and the update may fix issues such as a bad image, erroneous behaviors, unresponsiveness, etc.

Usually, Uniview releases a major update every quarter, and a minor update every month. Basically, you need to pay attention to your equipment and ensure that the units are using the latest firmware at all times.

In this guide, we will show how to update Uniview cameras, what software to use, and how to find the right firmware.

How to update firmware on Unview cameras

There are three ways how you can update the firmware:

Upgrading the firmware via EZTools

The easiest way to update Uniview’s camera firmware is by using the EZTools software. This tool can be downloaded here (or from Uniview’s website) and it’s basically a configuration tool.

It allows the user to scan the local network. Simply locate Uniview cameras and then by following the prompts you can update the firmware.

Once the EZTools is installed, run the tool. The software will scan the local network and list all the found devices (as shown in the picture below).

Check the box beside the camera (or NVR) that needs firmware update. Then click Login (the status should show “Not Logged In”). In this window, you need to type the camera’s username and password and then hit OK.

Next, click the Upgrade tab on the left hand. Choose Local Upgrade if you have previously downloaded the firmware in a .zip or .bin format (on your computer). Otherwise, select Cloud Upgrade.

Tick the box beside the device that needs to be updated and then hit Upgrade to start the process. The tool will show if there’s a new firmware update; if so, hit OK and the upgrade procedure will start right away.

Usually, it takes 2-5 minutes to complete. During this time, don’t disconnect the camera or perform any other action. If interrupted, the camera may be bricked.

If you did select to update an NVR, you will be able to update the cameras hooked up to the NVR during the last step. This method makes it easier to update all the devices at once. And as we said, keep all your equipment up-to-date.

Upgrading the Firmware via web interface (for UNV devices)

Another method to update the firmware is by accessing the device via the web browser and going through the on-screen prompts.

First, you need to find the IP address of the unit; install EZTools software in your laptop/computer and find out what’s the local IP address of the camera.

Once you have that information, go to the web browser and type the IP address in the URL bar. Additionally, you may click the Remote Web icon in the EZTool and the software will automatically open up the web interface.

Once you log into the camera using your username and password, navigate to Setup > System > Maintenance. In this section, you should see two options under Software Upgrade: Local Upgrade and Cloud Upgrade.

If you have the firmware downloaded to your laptop, choose Local Upgrade, locate the file, and start the upgrade process. Otherwise, select the Cloud Upgrade option by hitting Detect.

The camera will check online if there’s any update package available; if so, the button will change to Cloud Upgrade. Click update and wait until the unit is updated.

Once the update is done, the unit will automatically reboot. Wait until it comes back online.

Upgrading the firmware via the Uniview NVR

The two previous methods shown above require a laptop or a desktop computer to update the firmware.

If you don’t have access to a computer, you can easily update the camera’s firmware directly to the NVR’s interface. The NVR needs to be connected to a monitor (or TV) and you can use a mouse to navigate.

Right-click with your mouse and select the Main Menu option. Then navigate to Maintenance > Upgrade > IPC Upgrade where you should see all the cameras added to the NVR.

Hit the “Check for Update” button and the NVR will start searching Uniview’s servers for any available firmware.

Then, select the cameras that you want to upgrade by ticking the box. Click “Upgrade by Cloud” and wait until the firmware is updated. In some cases, the NVR may reboot.

Conclusion

It’s crucial to keep your security devices updated to the latest firmware at all times. This not just improves the performance, but ensures that your system is secure.

In this guide, we showed detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of Unview cameras by going through the web browser, using EZTools, or via the NVR’s update interface.

You can either download the firmware from Uniview, or you can use the Cloud feature to let the system find and automatically install the correct firmware.

Additionally, you may contact Uniview’s support team to get firmware files that the NVR cannot find via the Cloud. Make sure to send them the correct model and serial number as shown on the sticker.

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Method 1. Updating From The NVR

1.Log into the Main Menu of the recorder.

2.Navigate to Camera > Camera > Advanced

3.Click on the By Cloud button for each camera that needs to be upgraded. Each camera can also be selected by clicking on its check box and then clicking the By Cloud icon to the right.

Method 2. Updating From The NVR Web Interface

1. Load the recorders IP address in Internet Explorer. Login to the recorder once the login page is
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2.Navigate to the Settings menu and then to Camera in the left hand menu and then to IP Camera in the sub menu.

3.Navigate to the Advanced settings tab

4.In the list of cameras find the cameras that need to be upgraded and click the Upgrade By Cloud Button

5.The cameras status list will then display downloading followed by uploading % and then finished off with upgrading. After it is done upgrading the camera will reboot.

Method 3. Upgrading From Camera Web Interface

1.Find the local IP address of the camera and navigate to the IP address in Internet Explorer

2.Login to the camera and navigate to Setup > Maintenance > Maintenance

3.Locate the Cloud Upgrade Detect button and click it

4.The camera will feed back A New Version Detected for Upgrade

5.Then click the Cloud Upgrade button again

6.The camera web interface will then show a camera is updating overlay.

Method 4. Updating From EZTools

1.Open the EZTools Program

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2.Select the Upgrade Tab on the Left side

3.Click on the Online Upgrade Tab

4.Checkmark the Device you would like to upgrade

5.Click on the Upgrade button on the bottom right corner

6.Once online upgrade is clicked the EZTools will search automatically for newer firmware for the
selected devices. The EZTools will then give you a popup showing the current device firmware
and the newest available device firmware. Check off each device that you want to upgrade on
the left hand side and click the OK button at the bottom.

7.The status of the device in the main list of devices will then read updating

8.After the update is done the device status will say Upgrade Succeeded, the device will then
restart and be up to date

Method 5. Updating From EZView App

1.Open the EZView app and navigate to the main menu in the upper left hand corner of the app.

2.Select the Devices tab. The device that has a red circle next to it shows that an update is available for the recorder or the cameras.

3.Assuming that the device has already been added to the app (if not add the device) click on the
device and select the P2P Upgrade button.

4.In the next menu select all of the devices that have the red circles next to them indicating that
they need to be firmware updated

5.Click on the Start Upgrade button at the bottom of the screen. The update will take about 5-10 min depending on how many devices and internet speed.

6.After giving the recorder enough time check back to the app to see if all of the red circles are gone. If they are this will let you know that all selected devices upgraded correctly.

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The  Zavio IP camera software that is included with Zavio cameras includes the following apps: main console recording software, remote live camera viewer, remote playback, remote backup, and video file verification tool. The above screenshot shows the main console recording software with 4 IP cameras at CCTV Camera Pros office. Each Zavio IP camera includes a license code in the box that enables it to be added to the recording software. For customers that prefer a standalone NVR instead of a PC based, you can learn more about Zavio stand-alone NVRs here.

This article will familiarize customers with the user interface, functions, and controls built into Zavio IP camera software.

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Software Installation

When installing the Zavio software users can choose a complete or custom installation. Please note that this software will only run on Windows. Macintosh users can follow these instructions to view Zavio IP cameras and control their NVR from Mac, but there is currently no Mac recording software available. Mac users can perform all other functions except using a Mac as an NVR.

If you choose the custom installation option, you are presented with the following options.

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Main Console / Recording Software

The Main Console is the recording software that runs on a Windows PC. It supports recording up to 64 Zavio IP cameras.

These are the main controls / function built into the user interface. You can read the complete Zavio software user guide here.

Video Display Options

Users can select from a variety of camera displays / grid based on the number of IP cameras they are using.

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Recorded Video Search & Playback

The playback software is installed on a Windows PC that can be used to access you NVR(s) remotely to search and playback video surveillance footage that has been recorded to the NVR hard drive.

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When a user selects the Playback button, the screen displayed above appears. Here the user will be able to select the exact date and time they wish to playback. The saved video will be color-coded based on the type of recording. Always record will be represented in red, record on event is represented in blue, record on motion will be represented in green and boosting recording is represented in purple.

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After the user has selected the desired date and time, the video playback player appears as shown above. Here the user will be able to play, fast forward and reverse the recorded video. The controls on the right will allow the user to do various things such as exporting the video, printing a snapshot and viewing the recorded video log to name a few.

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Remote Live View

The live software can be installed on a Windows PC to access live video views of the Zavio IP cameras connected to PC based and stand-alone Zavio NVRs.

Here is a screenshot of the live view software running on a laptop computer. The software is viewing one IP camera live.

These are the main controls available in the live view application.

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Remote Backup

The backup application allows users to log in to a Zavio NVR remotely, select a time-frame of recorded video, and backup the video to the remote PC.

To backup video, a simple-to-use interface is used to select the time-frame and the cameras to backup from. When the user clicks OK, they are given the option to also export that backup player. This allows the user to distribute both the video and player to other viewers if needed.

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Click here to learn more about the latest Zavio NVRs.

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Works with Zavio IP Cameras & 3rd Party IP Cameras

Zavio NVRs work with all Zavio IP cameras and thousands of third party IP camera models.

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Request a Demo

If you do not currently have a Zavio NVR and would like to log in to the demo unit at our office, please request a demo login below. You will be able to log in from iPhone, iPad, and Android mobile devices. You can also log in from Macintosh and Windows computers. Please click here to request a demo login.

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Complete IP Camera Systems

Did you know? CCTV Camera Pros can provide a complete IP camera system quote that includes a stand along Zavio NVR or a custom PC based NVR build using the 64 channel IP camera software included with all Zavio IP cameras. We can also include any number and model of cameras, CAT-5 cables, PoE switches, and monitors. Let us customize a system based on your project requirements.

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Zavio NVR – Network Video Recorder for IP Cameras

Zavio network video recorders (NVRs) work with Zavio IP cameras and are also compatible with many 3rd party IP cameras. You can see a compatibility list here and also contact us to see if there are any updates. CCTV Camera Pros can provide a custom IP camera system quote using a Zavio NVR and any number and type of cameras that you require. You can also request a live demo here. Zavio NVRs are available in 8 and 16 camera models. Click here to view see features included.

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Important Update!

CCTV Camera Pros now highly recommends these Viewtron IP camera NVRs. They are by far our best selling NVRs. Viewtron NVRs are compatible with Zavio IP cameras. Viewtron includes the best mobile apps and desktop software for Mac and Windows.

IP Camera Setup for Zavio NVR Software

Zavio IP Cameras include NVR software for Windows PCs that supports up to 64 cameras. The Zavio NVR software allows users record surveillance video from their IP cameras to the Windows PC hard drive. The software supports remote access and camera viewing from mobile apps and desktop software. iPhone and Android apps are available for free. Windows and Mac remote access are also supported. All apps support live camera viewing and recording video playback.

The NVR software has a built-in camera locator that scans your network for all Zavio cameras. This makes it very easy to add your cameras to the software. These instructions will show you how this is done. If you have not already installed the software on your PC, please do that before starting these instructions.

IP Camera Setup

CamGraba PTZ Camera Setup

The Zavio CamGraba NVR surveillance software gives users the ability to manage and record their Zavio IP cameras on a local network. Another great feature of CamGraba is the option to control PTZ cameras. Users can manually control the PTZ or set up a preset tour to run automatically. The camera used in this article was the Zavio-P5110 (Wireless Version – Zavio-P5115).

CamGraba PTZ Camera Setup

The instructions below explain how to set up a Zavio PTZ camera on the CamGraba surveillance NVR software.

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1. Make sure the Zavio IP PTZ camera is connected to the same network as the PC you have CamGraba installed on. Then launch the CamGraba program.
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2. On the main CamGraba screen, click the General Settings icon. (Shown Below)

3. Then go to the Camera tab and click Search.

4. Then select the PTZ camera and enter the Username and Password. (By default the Username is – admin and the Password is – admin)

5. Now click OK, followed by OK again. (Step 3 – 5 Shown Below)

6. You should now see your Zavio PTZ camera on the live grid display. Click on the PTZ’s grid and use the PTZ controls to the right to control it. (Shown Below)

Zavio CamGraba Password Reset Instructions

The instructions below explain how to reset the password for the Zavio CamGraba surveillance NVR software.

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1. Download the RegEx.exe and save it to your desktop. (RegEx is the application used to remove the password from CamGraba)
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2. Now click the Start button in the lower left corner of the screen and navigate to Computer. Once inside Computer, double-click Local Disk (C:) and then double-click Program Files (The Zavio CamGraba may be in the Program Files (x86) folder). (Shown Below)

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3. In the Program Files (or Program Files (x86) folder, locate the Zavio CamGraba IP System folder and double-click it. (Shown Below)
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4. Now drag the RegEx.exe file from your desktop and move it to the Zavio CamGraba IP System folder. (Shown Below)
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5. Once RegEx.exe is in the Zavio folder, go ahead and double-click RegEx.exe. The application should appear, once it does click Invalidate Password. Then click Yes to confirm the reset. (Shown Below)
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6. Now launch the Zavio CamGraba Main Console, you will be prompted to enter a new password. (Shown Below)

Zavio CamGraba Password Reset Instructions

The instructions below explain how to reset the password for the Zavio CamGraba surveillance NVR software.

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1. Download the RegEx.exe and save it to your desktop. (RegEx is the application used to remove the password from CamGraba)
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2. Now click the Start button in the lower left corner of the screen and navigate to Computer. Once inside Computer, double-click Local Disk (C:) and then double-click Program Files (The Zavio CamGraba may be in the Program Files (x86) folder). (Shown Below)

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3. In the Program Files (or Program Files (x86) folder, locate the Zavio CamGraba IP System folder and double-click it. (Shown Below)
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4. Now drag the RegEx.exe file from your desktop and move it to the Zavio CamGraba IP System folder. (Shown Below)
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5. Once RegEx.exe is in the Zavio folder, go ahead and double-click RegEx.exe. The application should appear, once it does click Invalidate Password. Then click Yes to confirm the reset. (Shown Below)
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6. Now launch the Zavio CamGraba Main Console, you will be prompted to enter a new password. (Shown Below)

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Introducing the Windows security camera software (Windows App) for Viewtron DVRs, NVRs, and network IP cameras. This software is sometimes referred to as NVMS (network video management software) or CMS camera software (central monitoring software). The software is called Viewtron VMS (video management system) and it allows users to view their security cameras live, playback recorded video surveillance footage, control cameras, configure DVRs / NVRs, and perform many other functions over an IP network.

The Windows VMS (Video Management Software) is able to connect to many DVRs, NVRs, and IP cameras at the same time. The software can display live video streams from analog CCTV cameras, HD security cameras (AHD, HD-TVI, HD-CVI), and network IP cameras. Users can access their security cameras on the local network where the DVR is located and also remotely over the Internet from anywhere in the world. Remote audio surveillance is also supported.

Viewtron also includes an iPhone app, Android app, and MAC DVR viewer software. All of the apps and software are included for free with all Viewtron IP cameras and DVRs, and there are no monthly monitoring fees. You can watch video demos here.

Viewtron Security Camera Mobile Apps & Software

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Windows Software Live View Controls

The above screenshot shows a live security camera view of the Viewtron video surveillance software for Windows PCs. The various menus are noted in the orange, red, blue, and green rectangles.

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Recorded Video Surveillance Playback

When the Storage Playback screen is accessed, the VMS software displays a calendar and timeline so that users can search through surveillance video recorded on their DVR’s hard drive. Time search can be done on the local network where the DVR is located and also remotely over the Internet. The main controls are below.

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IP Camera Support

The Windows VMS software supports network IP cameras up to 4K resolution. The above image shows a home security camera system that uses a IP-D8 to monitor the front door. The camera is connected to a Viewtron hybrid DVR / NVR. The video management software can connect directly to IP cameras and also to NVRs / DVRs.

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BNC Security Camera / CCTV Support

The Mac software also supports security cameras that are wired using coax cable and BNC connectors. This includes the analog CCTV cameras and the latest HD-over-Coax security cameras, including CVBS, AHD, HD-TVI, and HD-CVI video formats. The above image shows a 4K-B9 security camera that is connected to a Viewtron DVR.

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Video Demos

Please watch these video demos to see the Viewtron CMS / NVMS software in action.

View Security Cameras at Multiple Locations

Watch this video to see the how the Viewtron NVMS (network video management software) can be used to centrally view security cameras from multiple locations. The Viewtron software for Mac and Windows PCs is able to connect remotely to multiple IP camera NVRs, hybrid BNC security camera DVRs, and even directly to Viewtron network IP cameras. Custom views can be configured that consists of cameras from different locations.

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Remote PTZ Camera Control

The Mac software for Viewtron supports remote control of PTZ cameras (pan, tilt, zoom). Here is a snapshot of the Viewtron IP-PTZ-425 auto-tracking PTZ camera being remotely accessed and controlled. You can see the PTZ controls in the lower left.

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Search, Playback AI Detection & Motion Detection Events

Watch this video to see the how search it is to search for AI object detection events and motion detection events using the Viewtron CMS camera software (NVMS). The video events are displayed in a list where you can playback the recorded video and also download and export an AVI file to your PC.

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Works with Analog CCTV, Network IP, and HD BNC Security Cameras

Users can mix and match different camera technologies. This is perfect for customers that have existing CCTV cameras and want to upgrade to high definition over time. Hybrid iDVR-PROs work with the following security camera types and resolutions. 4K security cameras

Viewtron Security Camera Mobile Apps & Software

Learn more about the remote viewing capability of the mobile apps and video management software that is included with all Viewtron CCTV DVRs, IP camera NVRs, and network IP cameras. All of these platforms support viewing multiple devices and locations. Live camera view, recorded video playback, and push notification alerts are also supported on the mobile apps. You can also watch this video see an overview of user interface of Viewtron recorders, learn how-to setup remote security camera viewing, and see a video demo of the remote web browser access.

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View Your Security Camera System Remotely from iPhone, Android, Mac & Windows

Remote Camera View from iPhone App

This video demonstrates the iPhone app that is included for use with all Viewtron DVRs, NVRs, and IP cameras. The demo shows how the app is used to remotely access Mike’s home security camera system. Mike’s system consists of multiple 4K BNC security cameras, this Viewtron 4K IP camera, and a 16ch hybrid DVR / NVR. Live security camera viewing, ad well as recorded video surveillance search & playback is demonstrated in the video. You can learn more about the Viewtron security camera viewer app here.

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View Security Cameras at Multiple Locations

The iPhone app for Viewtron supports the ability to view security cameras that are installed at multiple locations. The above video demonstrates remotely viewing two IP cameras at different locations. The app can also be setup to view multiple DVRs and NVRs at various locations.

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Remote Security Camera View from Android App

The Viewtron security camera app for Android is identical to the iPhone app in look and functionality. Watch this video demo to see Mike access his home security camera system using the Android app. Live camera monitoring and recorded video surveillance search & playback is included in the demo. You can learn more about the Viewtron security camera app for Android here.

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Mac Surveillance System Software

Watch this video to see the Mac security camera software connect to a Mike’s home security system DVR and an Viewtron IP camera installed at CCTV Camera Pros business location.

The Mac software that is included with all Viewtron products allows users to view their security cameras, create custom video layouts of multiple cameras at multiple locations, receive alarm alerts, and playback recorded video. Please take a look at our Mac security camera software for Viewtron overview page for more information.

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Windows Surveillance System Software

The Windows software included with all Viewtron products allows users to view their security cameras, create custom video layouts of multiple cameras at multiple locations, receive alarm alerts, and playback recorded video. We will be creating a video demo soon. Please take a look at our Windows security camera software for Viewtron overview page for more information.

Remote Web Browser Access

Viewtron security camera DVRs & IP camera NVRs support remote access and management via web browser. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Internet Explorer browsers are supported.

DVR / NVR User Interface Intro

If you are considering a Viewtron hybrid security camera DVR or one of our NVRs for IP camera systems, this is a great first video to watch as you start your research. Mike demonstrates how easy it is to watch live video and playback recorded video surveillance footage directly on a Viewtron DVR using the USB mouse that is included.

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Connect IP Cameras to BNC DVRs

Viewtron BNC DVRs also support network IP cameras. Watch this video to see how-to connect an IP camera to a DVR.

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Free Consultations & Quotes

Did you know? CCTV Camera Pros can provide a complete surveillance system quote that includes any Viewtron DVR or NVR model? We can include security cameras, cables, connectors, power supplies, and monitors. We can even mix and match IP cameras and HD BNC security cameras because Viewtron DVRs are hybrid. This means that they work with just about any type of security camera.

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Along with the download of the CMS, we have also elaborated information about the app’s functions as well as features. The article also covers the details related to the process and method of installation in an elaborated way to help the Imou video surveillance system user clients connect their CCTV camera on their PC without any technical difficulty.

This is a leading brand for home security cameras manufactured by Huacheng Network Technology Company. The company is dedicated to providing the best video surveillance system and product in the global market. The company also provides many sophisticated and advanced security solutions to businesses.

Imou Life App For PC Free Download On Windows 7/8/10 OS 

Along with the information on the CMS software we have also provided the free download of the application for Windows, Android as well as the iOS operating system. Apart from the download, we have also discussed the installation details of the software for our readers and clients to help them in linking the video surveillance system with the application on their PC.

Imou Life Logo

Therefore, read the whole article carefully to learn more about the software’s functions and details of the installation steps covered in this article. We have provided the download of the CMS below in the article. The article has briefed much other useful information related to this app.

What is Imou Life Windows Application?

Huacheng Network Technology Company has developed and rendered the application for its user clients to help them connect their video surveillance devices on their PC or smartphones without any technical difficulty. The application is provided for the Windows, Android, and iOS operating system user clients for free.

Information & Details About The Functions Of The Application

We have elaborated the information related to the functions and of the CMS software in detail for our clients to help them learn in detail about the CCTV camera software. With this information, the user clients will be able to learn more about the software’s function and tasks that are performable by the user clients on their PC as well as on smartphones.

Below we have listed the details about the functions for our clients:

Details About The Minimum System Requirements of the Software

Here this section of the article has dealt in detail about the minimum system requirements of the application for the Windows, Android, and iOS operating system user clients. These details very essential while installing the application on any respective operating systems of the PC or smartphone. The operating system must fulfill this requirement to run the application without any difficulty.

Below we have provided the tabulated form to elaborate the system requirement details:

Download Imou Life for PC

We have provided the free download of the CMS software Windows OS user clients for connecting the Imou CCTV cameras on their PC to access the live view. The download file is the compressed format use decompression software before starting the installation. The download of the application is provided below in this section of the article.

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Install The CMS App for Android OS Free

We have provided the download link of the application for the Android smartphone user clients. The download is available for free from the link provided below. Just click the link to proceed to download and install the software on the mobile phone to access the live view.

Free Download App For Android Smartphone

Download Application For The iOS (iPhone & iPad)

The app is also available for iPhone and iPad users to provide access to the Imou video surveillance system. The download of the app is provided below in this section of the article. Click the link to proceed to download the software for free on the iPhone and iPad.

Free Download CMS client for iPhone

Imou Life App Available for Mac

The company has not developed any software for macOS user clients to provide access and connect the Imou security camera setup on macOS. Also, the company has not provided any details of whether the application will be available for Mac OS or not.

Installation Procedure of the installation the App for Windows & Mac OS

To start the installation first extract the download file using a file decompressing tool. The open the file and double-click the installation file to start the installation wizard. Then follow the steps and guidelines provided below:

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1. Begin the Process To Install on PC

The installation wizard screen will appear on the screen, click the option “Install now” to start the installation.

The installation wizard of the Imou app

The installation progress will start on the screen.

The progress of the installation

When the installation is completed, click the “Experience now” button to start the application.

The installation of the software is completed

2. Logging into the application

When the application starts, the new user must click on the option “Register” button.

Login screen of the Imou CMS

The web browser will open, enter the details as asked below in the field to create an account. Then click on the “Register” button.

Create an account on the app

2. Log on to the software

The log-in window will appear again on the screen of PC, enter the email ID and password then press the “Login” button.

Enter the login credentials

The firewall alert notification will appear on the screen, select all options with tick mark sign and then press the “Allow access” option.

Allow access from Windows firewall

The home screen of the software will appear on the screen, click the “+Add Device” button to add a new camera.

The home screen of the Imou Application

There are two options to add a device, either by search on the LAN network or by entering the device serial number. Choose the method that is better for the users.

Add as well as link the device with software

3. Live view on the application

After adding the device to the application, go home and double click on the add device. Here we have provided the sample live view from the Application below.

Sample of a live view from Imou Life App for Windows

Conclusion

We have discussed in detail the subject “Imou Life on the PC Free Download On Windows 7/8/10 OS“ in the elaborated way to explain every aspect of the CCTV camera software to help our clients to connect and link the video surveillance system on their application. The application is available for free to download on Windows, Android, and iOS operating systems.

Unfortunately, the company has not provided the application for the macOS operating system. There are neither no updates on whether the CMS software will be available for macOS user clients in the future. We covered the details related to the installation procedure of the CMS in detail for our clients and readers to help them connect their CCTV camera with the application.

We will expect that the article has served the purpose to provide the details about the CMS software. For any further query please contact us in the comment section below.

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Here is a review of the best security camera software, and every single one has a free option. Share this article on social media if you find the right camera software for you.

But if you are new in this field, then you might want to know some basic technique terms introduced following, before we jump to choose the best security camera software.

What Is an IP Camera?

When people say, “IP camera,” they usually mean a camera that uses the Internet in some way so that it may do its job. A typical CCTV camera connects a camera to a computer via a wire. An IP camera can connect over the Internet.

Sometimes, the connection is remote. This means that the camera may be in one location and still be connected to another computer that is miles away.

However, many IP cameras are installed in a home and only travel a few feet/meters to the nearest computer. In short, an IP camera doesn’t need a local recording device because the signal can be sent over the Internet or with a Wi-Fi connection.

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What Is Camera Software Used for?

Most people and businesses use camera software to connect their cameras to their computers or their Smartphones. This is often cheaper than buying dedicated recording hardware. The camera and its software are usually used to monitor camera feeds that are life, and to records them onto a hard drive or to the Cloud.

How Do You Pick the Best Security Camera Software?

In most cases, the best software is simply the software that works with your cameras, and that offers all the functions you need. Compatibility is the first concern, but you also want it to work well with your device. For example, if your cameras have a zoom function, but your software doesn’t allow zooming, then that piece of software is not the best one for you.

For example, if you are using Linux, then you want Linux security camera software. And, some people insist that their software allows them to monitor their cameras from their Smartphones. The great thing about free security camera software is that you can test it out first without the risk of losing your money.

10 Best Free Security Camera Software

Now let’s have a look at the 10 best free security camera software with very comprehensive choosing details.

1. NetCam Studio

There is a free version of NetCam Studio, but if you want something more powerful, then you can buy one of their licenses. These licenses allow you to use the software for as long as you like, and they will update the software for up to two years after purchase.

After the two-year period, you can keep the software running as normal, but if you want upgrades, then you will have to buy them. Upgrades shouldn’t be needed unless you buy a new piece of camera hardware and it requires a new type of camera software.

The NetCam Studio Features

If you go for the free version of NetCam Studio, then you get to use a camera feed from two sources. There is a watermark added to the camera images, and you get five-day notifications. There is also community support.

The paid features include up to 64 sources, no watermarks, 250-day notifications, and you get priority support. After the 250 days is up, you may buy upgrades in order to keep the notification system going.

Pros

The free version does not expire in any way besides the notifications

You are able to use this software with a wide variety of camera brands

Updates are frequent enough to tackle most system-breaking bugs

Cons

The interface needs updating to make it more user friendly

They need to better explain the “Add Source” procedure

Troubleshooting audio problems is very difficult

2. Security Eye

The reason Security Eye ranks so highly is that it is a professional piece of software that somebody decided should be free. It is not open source security camera software, but the developers have decided that it should be free. There used to be a free version where you would get 2 hours of free surveillance per day for free, but in 2019 the company removed its payment system. Will they keep it up or go back to paid subscriptions? Who knows, but you should get it while it is still free (if you can).

Security Eye Features

You can use a timer to determine when the video feed should start. You can capture images as JPEGs and then compress them. The system also allows you to receive alerts via a loudspeaker. It works with motion-detection devices too.

Pros

It comes with the Xvid MPEG-4 Codec

The full version has no nag screen or recording limit

The Security Eye interface is pretty modern for what is essentially a free piece of software

Cons

Demands 1GB of RAM and 2GB of HHD space

Requires at least an Intel Pentium 1.8 processor

The icons should be more intuitive

3. Perfect Surveillance

There are three types of free security camera software for you to choose from. There is one for IP cameras, one for web cameras, and there is a piece of viewing software that people may use if they do not have something like VLC video viewer installed.

Perfect Surveillance Features

Simple icons and a clear interface is a great benefits. Determine when the cameras start monitoring and set up your own layouts to suit your viewing style.

Pros

A simple program that works in a very uncomplicated manner

Most of its icons are intuitive to where you can guess what they do

The Perfect Surveillance system has motion detection and allows you to monitor up to 64 devices

Cons

Installing seems overly long and bloated

There are not enough instructions on how to get your cameras connected

They do not explain how to capture and export screenshots

4. iVideon

There are times when a piece of free software simply does its job good enough to warrant no complaints, and that is exactly what iVideon offers. There are plenty of ways it can be improved, but there is nothing about it that demands harsh criticism.

iVideon Features

One of its most advertised features is facial recognition, but it is not very accurate. It does allow for very good mobile usage. You can view live and recorded footage on your desktop or mobile device. It is also available for Mac OS X and Linux.

Pros

Online home use and access is completely full-featured and freeware

It has smart notifications and has its own desktop and mobile apps

it doesn’t take long to learn how to use the iVideon interface

Cons

Seems rather light on features

Installing and connecting cameras requires a better tutorial

Embedding live video on your website is trickier than it first seems

5. Xeoma

This program has plenty of features, but most of them are locked off to free users. It takes over too long to learn how to use the system, but it may be worth it if you have many cameras. The paid version has all sorts of perks from SMS texts to system health monitoring.

Xeoma Features

The lite version is the free version. It allows you to add four cameras with up to six modules in each chain. You can test out and use the lite version as long as you like, or you can get a free trial of the larger fully-featured program.

Pros

Record and monitor from four cameras

Updates are very frequent

This software works with mostly every type of camera

Cons

Around 90% of features are locked off to free users.

Xeoma is difficult to learn and set up

Connecting many cameras is difficult because the system is difficult to learn as a whole

6. Genius Vision

The Genius Vision system is a fairly advanced piece of software that is probably best used for businesses. If used at home, then there are many features that may never be used. It also works on mobile devices too.

Genius Vision Features

There are plenty of features to play with, including a massive array of settings to fit the many types of camera that this program can be used with. You can even support the company through Patreon and get more extensions on the program.

Pros

Works in-depth with many types of camera

The tools are very sophisticated and accurate

The drop-down menus are complicated while also being thoughtfully laid out

Cons

Getting paid upgrades is trickier than just buying on their website

Setting up the remote features is difficult

You have to figure out most of how to use the program based on which camera you have connected

7. Deskshare IP Camera Viewer

The Deskshare IP Camera Viewer company has a great piece of security camera software that they repackage into many different names and then give away on their website. They do this because the software comes with lots of unwanted bloatware that the company is paid to promote. The sad part is that many other websites will replace this bloatware with Trojan viruses, which means it is difficult to get a clean version of this program.

Deskshare IP Camera Viewer Features

Live recording, playback, and split-screen is all available. You can use up to 4 cameras at a time, and it works with 2200 different camera models. If your hardware allows it, then you can pan, tilt and zoom your camera.

Pros

It is compatible with many types of camera brand

You can set up floating surveillance windows if you want

Adjust the properties of each camera individually

Cons

Installing is very difficult to do correctly

Comes with bloatware and/or unwanted content

The IP software has the least features of all the Deskshare camera software

8. Anycam

The Anycam system is a very average piece of software, but it works with most any type of camera. The interface is basic but easy to use and easy to set up. You will discover that the free version is only limited in terms of record time, you can still use all its features.

Anycam Features

Anycam is mostly featureless. It works with motion-detection cameras. It allows for video recording and playback. Plus, you can watch a live feed. Other than that, there is very little you can do with this basic-but-effective piece of software.

Pros

The program seems to work with any type of camera

Anycam has a paid version where you only make a one-time payment and get free lifetime updates

Installing and setup is very easy

Cons

Trying to find specific events on the timeline is very fiddly

The free version only allows two cameras to be linked

The recording is very limited with the free version

9. ContaCam

In the strictest terms, this piece of software is not free. The developers ask you for a donation, but there is nothing forcing you to give them one. Plus, you can try the software, and then if it turns out to be brilliant, then you can always go back and donate to them.

ContaCam Features

Despite seeming very complicated, the interface is actually very self-explanatory. At first glance, it looks overly condensed and full of features, but each explains itself very well. You can configure the cameras very precisely to the point where you can even specify within which seconds it starts and stops.

Pros

A rather advanced piece of software

The interface layout is very condensed without being confusing

You can use web servers, the Internet, or intranet to receive live feeds

Cons

The interface has no aesthetic decoration at all

ContaCam takes a long time to learn through trial and error testing

The developers say this will never work with mobile devices

10. Agent DVR

The great thing about Agent DVR is that it is completely free because it is freeware. The sad part is that it was created by a developer who went on to finer things and left the program lodged on a few high-use servers. It is now being passed around freeware websites, which means it is sometimes difficult to find a clean version. Nevertheless, it is a fine piece of camera software that still works for many types of cameras.

Agent DVR Features

The Agent DVR software allows for video surveillance with a live feed, and for recording. You can use it with motion-detection software, and it still works for many different types of cameras. It uses a reliable SSL algorithm for its signal encryption, and it is very lightweight, which means it is not a big drain on your device’s CPU.

Pros

A very simple and lightweight piece of software

Works all the way back to Windows 7

It still works with motion detection systems

Cons

Agent DVR will become more obsolete as newer cameras appear over the coming years

Updates will never occur beyond Windows 10

The interface looks very dated compared to the modern camera software

Conclusion

As you can tell by this article, getting good security camera software is difficult because there is so much to choose from. Plus, installing is often an issue, as is companies trying to nag-free users into paying. There is also the issue of connecting cameras and the problem with tagged-on viruses and bloatware.

Nevertheless, there is plenty to try without having to pay, so that is a positive. What do you think?

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