What Kind of Hard Drive Will Work in a Zmodo DVR?
What Kind of Hard Drive Will Work in a Zmodo DVR? In a Zmodo DVR, you can use almost any hard drive that uses the SATA interface. You will want to follow the basic requirements when choosing which...
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SBN/SAN Series DVR Has Stopped Showing Video On My Monitor
If your DVR has stopped showing video on your monitor, the first step in the troubleshooting is to check cables and make sure they are connected properly. Your monitor should be plugged into the VGA...
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SCN4/SCN8 No Video CH1 - BNC Connections Explained
On the back of the ZMD-DT-SCN4 and the ZMD-DT-SCN8, the labels are confusing. Please use the following picture to help you plug cameras into the right ports. The BNC connections in the GREEN square...
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CM-I11123BK / CM-I12316GY - Wifi Setup Guide
The CM-I11123BK and the CM-I12316GY share the same software and the same setup instructions. Before starting the setup, please make sure that your camera powered on and plugged into your router with...
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CM-I11123BK / CM-I12316GY - Recording With iSPY
One of the best pieces of software to record the video footage from the CM-I11123BK and CM-I1231GY is iSPY. It is opensource software that is available for download at www.ispyconnect.com ONLY the...
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CM-I11123BK / CM-I12316GY - Reset to Defaults
The steps to restore the CM-I11123BK are slightly different than the CM-I12316GY. For the CM-I11123BK, flip the camera upside down and locate the "RESET" button on the bottom of the base. Press and...
View ArticleHow to Add Onvif IP Cameras to a ZMD-DH-SEN6
1.Upload the SEN6 firmware titled "3531.bin” that is located at: http://files.zmodo.com/Firmwares/DVRs/ZMD-DH-SEN6/3531.bin a.The SEN6 will take several minutes to upload the firmware, give it a good...
View ArticleAdding Onvif IP Cameras to a ZMD-DH-SEN6
1.Upload the SEN6 firmware titled "3531.bin” that is attached to this article. Download Firmware: HERE a.The SEN6 will take several minutes to upload the firmware, give it a good 5-10 minutes to...
View ArticleWireless IP Camera WiFi Frequency Information
All Zmodo brand Wireless IP Cameras operate on 2.4GHz 802.11 standards. The following channels operate at the listed frequencies: 2412MHz (Channel 1) 2417MHz (Channel 2) 2422MHz (Channel 3) 2427MHz...
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Enabling Motion Detection on the NVR (New Interface)
The following are all motion detection enabling steps once you've updated all new firmware onto the IP Cameras and NVR. Any camera with FW versions of 1.0.1X-D should be compatible. If your...
View ArticleCmos vs. CCD Cameras
Cmos vs. CCD Cameras Background: Cmos (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) and CCD (Charge Coupled Device) are ways to capture digital video signal. Both convert light into an electric charge...
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Simplified PoC NVR - How to Backup Video
Backing up video on the PoC NVR is extremely easy. To begin, plugin your USB Flash Drive and just move your mouse to the bottom of the screen. Locate and click on the "Playback" button showcased...
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Simplified PoC NVR - Notification Icon Explained
The new simplified PoC NVR has a notification icon in the menu bar when motion is detected. The notification icon looks like this: Clicking on the notification icon will take you to the video...
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Simplified PoC NVR - Video Mask
The simplified PoC NVR includes a feature to mask (or hide) certain parts of the video that are being recorded. To enable this, go to the main menu by moving your mouse to the bottom of the screen...
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Simplified PoC NVR - How to Playback Video
It is simple to playback video from your PoC NVR. 1. Move your mouse to the bottom of the screen until the bar shows up and then select the playback icon pictured below. 2. Select a channel in the top...
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Simplified PoC NVR - Email Notifications for Motion Detection
To setup motion detection emails on the PoC NVR, move the mouse to the bottom of the screen and click on the Main Menu icon. Then click on Event Management Then click on "Motion Detection from the...
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Simplified PoC NVR - How to Format Hard Drive
Formatting the hard drive on the PoC NVR only takes a few steps. 1. Start by moving your mouse to the bottom of the screen and clicking on the Settings icon in the bottom left of the screen as shown...
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Simplified PoC NVR - How to Restore to Defaults
There are two ways to restore the PoC NVR to defaults. Option #1: Press and hold the reset button on the back of the NVR. This will restore everything back to factory defaults. Option #2: Use the...
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Default Admin Passwords for Zmodo DVR Units
The following is a comprehensive list of all default DVR passwords for current and previous Zmodo DVR models: _________________________________________________________________________________ SBN...
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What DVR Do I Have?
Using our knowledge base can be very difficult if you are unaware of what DVR you have. For articles relevant to your DVR, please click on the picture that looks most like yours below:...
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