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Troubleshoot Offline Camera

admin — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:06:20 +0000

Troubleshoot Offline Camera, When one of your cameras is offline, you are unable to view recorded video and may not be able to see your camera live on any of your monitors on location.

Here are some signs that you camera has gone offline:

• The local monitor(s) in your office/location show a black square or displays a NO VIDEO message where the camera is supposed to be:

• From the Video page in the Acme platform, you can hover over your locations to display camera information and determine whether your cameras are offline:

• You are not able to load video on the mobile apps or web application.

• One or more of your Acme Video Alarm cameras displays as offline:

What to do When Your Camera is Offline

The Acme support team is ready to help. Our team works with your location(s) to troubleshoot camera issues so that you can get back to recording as soon as possible. To do this, we check the following, based on your camera type:

Troubleshoot Offline Camera

1.Cabling, connection and power for an IP camera.

2.Cabling, connection and power for an Analog camera.

3.Status of the Acme software.

IP Cameras: What to Look For

Acme support can identify what type of camera you have. IP cameras usually have one Ethernet cable connected to the camera.

These types of cameras optimize connection by getting power (Power over Ethernet, or POE for short) and transmitting data (sending data to the Acme system) over a single cable. A typical IP camera and Ethernet connection looks like this:

An Ethernet cable’s end looks like this:

Each camera will have an Ethernet cable that connects into a POE switch. In most environments, the switch will look similar to the following:

How to Troubleshoot an Offline IP Camera

Once you have found the POE switch, ensure that:

• All connections are securely fastened.

• The POE switch has lights for each cable (both on the cable, and on the LED panel on the front – normally, each port has one light for Link, and one for POE.

• No cables have broken ends/clips.

If everything is connected tightly and all cables have lights, you can attempt to restart the POE switch. Sometimes, a camera may become “frozen” and need a physical reboot.

Note: If you know which cable goes to the specific camera you need to troubleshoot, you can unplug and replug the cable. This is the same as rebooting the switch. Rebooting the POE switch causes all cameras to go offline for a short period of time until it powers back up fully.

If the camera still does not come back online after a physical reboot, it is possible that there is an issue on the camera end – either the cable is broken between the switch and the camera, the cable is unplugged at the camera side, or the camera itself has physical damage or defects. Acme support can assist with confirming this.

Analog Cameras – What to Look For

Acme support can identify if your cameras are analog. Analog cameras usually have 2-3 cables attached – one for power, one for video signal, and one (optional) for an audio signal.

The different cables look similar to the following image:

If your cameras are analog, Acme supplies an analog encoder to your location. This device converts the old analog signal into digital so that we can record it properly on our system. A standard analog encoder is displayed in the following image:

Your analog camera video cables are connected to the rear side of the encoder.

The power cables for your analog cameras are usually wired to a CCTV power supply box, or are plugged into a UPS. The image below displays an example of a CCTV power supply box:

How to Troubleshoot an Offline Analog Camera

If an analog camera is offline, you will either see NO VIDEO text on the Acme interface (and Live Monitor, if applicable), or a black screen for some models. In this case, check the following:

• Ensure all cables are properly connected to the analog encoder. BNC cables are round and silver and connect to the rear side of the encoder.

• Ensure that the CCTV power supply is either plugged in properly; or if you are using a breaker box, ensure it is powered on and there are lights on all connections within the box.

If all cables are tightly connected and power seems to be working for all cameras, you may require an on-site technician. It is possible that the cabling, cable ends (BNC), power supply, or the camera itself has an issue or defect. Acme support can assist.

Status of the Acme Software

Acme support can help confirm that there are no issues with the Acme interface itself that would cause a camera to stop recording. Please feel free to reach out to us at any time to confirm if there are any issues.

Troubleshoot Offline Acme System

This article provides information on the steps you can take if your recording device is offline or is not recording any video footage. If the system is offline, you cannot view recorded video and may be unable to see live video on your monitors.

This guide is available in various other languages below.

You can also watch the tutorial video below for a step-by-step guide on how to troubleshoot an offline device:

How Do I Know My System is Offline?

Some signs that your Acme system has gone offline include:

• The local monitor(s) in your location has gone dark (this may also mean the power to the system has been lost or unplugged):

• If you hover over each location on the Video page, a tooltip indicates that the location is offline:

• You are not able to load video on the mobile apps or web application, and a similar error to the one displayed below appears:

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Troubleshooting Steps

Follow the steps in this section to troubleshoot your system. If you have completed all of the steps below and are still experiencing issues, please contact our Support team for assistance.

To troubleshoot your Acme system, you will need to check the following components:

If you have attempted to troubleshoot on your own and cannot solve the issue, contact our Support team for more assistance.

Power to the System

First, confirm your device is on and powered correctly.

Note: If your monitor is displaying live video, your device is powered correctly and you can skip this step and proceed to the next step (Connection to the Network).

There are two device types; please ensure you are aware of which of the following device types you have:

• Desktop Unit

• Rackmount Unit

Each device has a power cable that connects to the back of the unit. Ensure it is securely connected into the recording device on one end, and that the other end is securely connected to a working power source.

Refer to the table below to verify the power outlet type for your device:

If the device is properly powered:

Device Type	Power Outlet	Reference Image
Desktop Unit	DC IN	.
Rackmount Unit	Electrical Plug/Socket (Ensure the on/off switch is set to on.)	.

• The front panel of your unit will be lit up.

• The power light will be lit.

• The device will emit a low hum, similar to your home computer or another piece of equipment. The device may also emit a beeping noise when turning on.

How to Power On/Off the Recording Device

It is recommended to try powering off the device as a final troubleshooting step before contacting our support team.

• To power off the device, hold the power button until all device lights turn off. Do not let go of the button until the device has powered down.

• To power on the device, press the power button. Please note this process can take up to 10 minutes.

Connection to the Network

In order for the recording device to be accessible on the Acme platform, it must be connected to the network.

Most units have an Ethernet cable connected to the top network port of the recording system on one end, with the other end leading to your network router or switch (depending on the environment). Here is an example:

In this case, the top cable goes to your network router. The bottom cable (as seen in the image above) normally connects directly to your cameras (i.e. a camera switch, or analog DVR). Please contact the Acme Support team to confirm that your device is connected the same way, if required.

If both cables are connected properly to the network router and camera(s), lights flash on the recording device next to your Ethernet cable. There should also be a flashing amber light labelled LAN on the front of the unit:

Contact Support

Please reach out to Acme support for further troubleshooting instructions if:

1.You ensured the recording device is powered on.

2.You waited the full boot time from the last time you powercycled.

3.The LAN light is flashing and your device is still showing as offline.

It is possible that Acme may need to establish a remote connection via screen-sharing application to ensure our application is running properly and that the unit does not have any physical errors or defects.

Offline Camera Troubleshooting

admin — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:18:51 +0000

Offline Camera Troubleshooting, Are your cameras offline? Use this guide to fix the issue. When one of your cameras is offline, you are unable to view recorded video and may not be able to see your camera live on any of your monitors on location.Here are some signs that you camera has gone offline:

• The local monitor(s) in your office/location show a black square or displays a NO VIDEO message where the camera is supposed to be:

• From the Video page in the Solink platform, you can hover over your locations to display camera information and determine whether your cameras are offline:

• You are not able to load video on the mobile apps or web application.

• One or more of your Solink Video Alarm cameras displays as offline:

What to do When Your Camera is Offline

The Solink support team is ready to help. Our team works with your location(s) to troubleshoot camera issues so that you can get back to recording as soon as possible. To do this, we check the following, based on your camera type:

Offline Camera Troubleshooting

IP Cameras: What to Look For

Solink support can identify what type of camera you have. IP cameras usually have one Ethernet cable connected to the camera.

These types of cameras optimize connection by getting power (Power over Ethernet, or POE for short) and transmitting data (sending data to the Solink system) over a single cable. A typical IP camera and Ethernet connection looks like this:

An Ethernet cable’s end looks like this:

Each camera will have an Ethernet cable that connects into a POE switch. In most environments, the switch will look similar to the following:

How to Troubleshoot an Offline IP Camera

Once you have found the POE switch, ensure that:

• All connections are securely fastened.

• The POE switch has lights for each cable (both on the cable, and on the LED panel on the front – normally, each port has one light for Link, and one for POE.

• No cables have broken ends/clips.

If everything is connected tightly and all cables have lights, you can attempt to restart the POE switch. Sometimes, a camera may become “frozen” and need a physical reboot.

Analog Cameras – What to Look For

Solink support can identify if your cameras are analog. Analog cameras usually have 2-3 cables attached – one for power, one for video signal, and one (optional) for an audio signal.

The different cables look similar to the following image:

If your cameras are analog, Solink supplies an analog encoder to your location. This device converts the old analog signal into digital so that we can record it properly on our system. A standard analog encoder is displayed in the following image:

Your analog camera video cables are connected to the rear side of the encoder.

The power cables for your analog cameras are usually wired to a CCTV power supply box, or are plugged into a UPS. The image below displays an example of a CCTV power supply box:

How to Troubleshoot an Offline Analog Camera

If an analog camera is offline, you will either see NO VIDEO text on the Solink interface (and Live Monitor, if applicable), or a black screen for some models. In this case, check the following:

• Ensure all cables are properly connected to the analog encoder. BNC cables are round and silver and connect to the rear side of the encoder.

• Ensure that the CCTV power supply is either plugged in properly; or if you are using a breaker box, ensure it is powered on and there are lights on all connections within the box.

Status of the Solink Software

Solink support can help confirm that there are no issues with the Solink interface itself that would cause a camera to stop recording. Please feel free to reach out to us at any time to confirm if there are any issues.

Troubleshoot Live Monitor

Is your live monitor down? Use this guide to troubleshoot.

If you encounter any of the following issues, please read the instructions in this section to attempt to troubleshoot the issue or reach out to our support team via live chat, phone or email.

No Input/Blank Screen

If the live monitor displays no input or a blank screen, try troubleshooting the issue with the following steps:

1.Check if the recording device is turned on. If not, turn the device on (this could take up to 10 minutes). The photos below display two different models of the recording device, for reference:

2. If the recording device is on but the live monitor is still not working, ensure the cables are connected correctly; you should have an HDMI cable connected to HDMI port 1 or port 2. Additionally, follow the cord and ensure that it is securely plugged in to your monitor as well.

3. Reboot the HDMI/VGA adapter (the device shown in the following image). To reboot this device:

• Locate the VGA/HDMI adapter on the cord between the recording device and the monitor.

• Unplug both sides of the cord and wait 20-30 seconds.

If you followed the steps above and the issue still persists, please contact our support team via live chat, phone or email:

• Live Chat: Available in the bottom corner of the Solink platform, Help Center, mobile apps, and our website

TurboNAS Login Screen

Please let the support team know if this screen is displayed. Use live chat or send the team an email at How To Setup Nas For Hikvision Ip Camera

Frozen Cameras

If any cameras are frozen on your live monitor, try the following steps to troubleshoot the issue:

1.Navigate to the Video page.

2.Each of your locations display the number of online cameras. Additionally, if you hover over a location, a health indicator displays to inform you of any offline cameras. In the following image, the health indicator is showing that the store has 21 out of 22 cameras online and which camera is offline:

3. If all cameras are online and your device is online or offline – please contact our support team using the information at the bottom of this section.

If some cameras are offline, please follow the steps in Troubleshoot Offline Camera.

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