This was a wonderfully informative video. Thank you for approaching it from a lay-person's perspective. And thank you for taking the time, effort and expense for making the video.
On Reolinks webpage they state "dont use with other than Reolink cameras". I need confirmation (becuase I am extending my system), Does this 8 and 16 channel PoE NVR work with Annke C800 and an older TrendNet camera??
Appreciate the detailed information on setup with the wizard, LAN connectivity, client software for PC and phone app. You answered many questions I had. GREAT VIDEO! Most other TH-cam videos just fly past the wizard and the things a user runs into which does not answer questions users have for the wizard.
Just acquired a Reolink RLN16-410 for our church and this video really helped me move forward with my installation that the supplied documentations do not provide. This is a very thorough step-by-step guide to the installation of a new NVR security camera system. Now I understand what I did wrong with the initial set-up that I thought that I could do through my cell phone. Thanks for a great video!
Hell, please i need your help here: i installed my new RLN12W Reolink NVR, i connected on this two E1 zoom Wi-Fi cameras and one Reolink Video Doorbel Wifi. But now, i have a conflict of NVR Wi-fi connections 2.4G/5G with my router Wi-Fi connections 2.4G/5G. If i name the Wi-Fi connections from NVR like router Wi-Fi connection names, i get conflict...if i give them separate names than my router, the caemras dont connect anymore. Any advice here please, how to fix the problem?
I have the older hardware revision of Reolink NVR. Shame that they haven't improvded the shi*y interface since the old version. This is another example of crappy Chinese engineering/design. Also, when you enter the ALERT Menu, everythin hangs for a minute or so. Shitatronics. I pray so the world is saved from this chinese low quality epidemic.
I have bought nVR and a camera. So far so good when on home network. But as soon as I am on cellular the remote connection is very slow. Do you also have slow connection?
I was wondering which POE cameras you used beside reolink. I want to add 2 extra cameras with higher resolution and night vision. Reolink is not good in night when I tried to see license plate on street but couldn't see any number. Also I want to upgrade hdd as existing 2tb is small. Which budget HDD you recommend and I read only upto 4 tb. I have Google home and tried to add these on home it adds but didn't allow to watch camera likewise same in reolink app tried to add Google home it didn't go through. If you can help that will be much appreciated.
Hello if I want inside to app reolink and want connect my camera from 4g connection in my phone and not from Lan how I do this I want to be in work and see my camera, it's don't work only if I connect to router in home pls help me
Nice walk through. I think the wizard might be different now. For example: I didn't see ntp settings or the ddns. There are quite a few things that are not hard as you mention, but not clear until you figure it out. The cameras auto-connecting is perhaps the easiest part.
Hello my friend and thank you for the video. I’m in the initial setup and trying to figure out how to turn OFF motion detection. I want to record continuously. Cannot for the life of me find that setting. Please help. Thank you.
I like to run my desktop computer with two monitors. If was to get this system, would it require a separate monitor to run and view the NVR? Kinda don't want 3 monitors on my desk.....are there options for this I wonder?
You might want a separate monitor for getting the NVR initially setup, like I did. But afterwards, you could use the Reolink Client on your PC to control the NVR, including seeing the live feed and playing back and exporting past footage.
i initially wants to buy a reolink nvr but after watching this video, finally decided not to... just look at all those configurations not only is it confusing & a big waste of time, not forgetting that we’ve to run all those POE cables round the house! The interface is not even user-friendly, most of the people out there are not even that tech-savvy, let’s not forget in this modern age, people would prefer surveillance systems that are simply plug & play!
This is Reolink's older NVR. Not sure if the newer ones are any easier. Agreed; they are no fun to setup, but they do provide a lot of options, in case you need them.
I'm having trouble setting up my email but that's a different issue. I mounted all my cameras and hook them up to the NVR and then set up my reolink app. But when I turned off the Wi-Fi on my Android phone I could not connect to the cameras. So I connected the NVR to my router and connected it to my television to try to run the setup. I did not see anything in the process on how to tell the NVR with the Wi-Fi name and password is. Is there a step or two that I am missing in order to view my NVR data on my Android phone when I am out of my Wi-Fi network
The NVR does cannot connect to the WiFi, it has to be hard wired into your network. Are you cameras plugged directly into the NVR or are the LAN cameras which are connected to your network and then accessed by the NVR? It sounds like you cameras are LAN cameras. When adding devices to your phone, did you add the cameras or the NVR? I think you need to add the NVR and the cameras will appear.
Thanks for the detailed explaination. I appreciate your hard work. I have 1 question, is it possible to record 4k video with 2k monitor ? I plan to buy separate item which are the Reolink NVR 8 channel and 1 unit of Reolink RLC-810A.
Hey there. I have the rln 8-410 and wanting to know which wireless mouse works with this nvr??? I have Googled it but nothing really confirms any. Reolink doesn't even know so anyone got a wireless mouse working on it???
I have tried a couple wireless mice on this NVR and they did not work for me either. It seems Reolink does not support the drivers required for this hardware. It would be an awesome feature but unfortunately it doesn't seem to be an option at this time.
hi I have a question , I will be setting up the reolink NVR with my reolink argus 3 pro wifi camera as you i will be testing first. but I will be setting up in a remote area of the house so i doin't understand how to boos the wifi signal. If i get a wifi range extender this will cretae a different network and different ssid and thertefore my wifi camera will be useles.. how can I solve this problem?
I think you should be able to configure the camera to the WiFi extender. The NVR and the camera will be on the same network even if the network has multiple WiFi access points. Also, is that camera battery operated? If so, I don't believe NVR will work with it.
I am not sure of the link between gmail and the Reolink NVR, but here are the instructions on changing the password on the Reolink system: support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/360003622213-How-to-Modify-Password-for-Reolink-PoE-NVR
No, it doesn't prompt you. The NVR will automatically delete the oldest footage file by file and create room for new footage as required. It's like a rolling timeline. If the drive is full, it will delete 1-2 old files to make room for the new one. Once it's full again (an hour or so later), it will delete the oldest 1-2 again and write the new.
I restored my device and still can’t get it to detect the HDD. The HDD was detected a few days ago then the power went out and since then it doesn’t appear. Any ideas?
@@HomeTechDIY no problem. I'm trying to get ahold of Reolink and figure out why I'm not getting push notifications. I've enabled them in the phone, in the app, no batt saving mode, it is the only app I set to not go to sleep. I don't get emails or text from the NVR/cameras. They work and they start recording when you walk by. I even enabled 24/7 motion detection.
Initial setup should be done with a monitor plugged into the NVR. With the NVR hardwired to your network you can manage it over managed using your cell phone or PC over Wifi.
I’m trying to replace a SwannView NVR with this model Reolink RLN8-410. I have 6 IPOE Swann cameras from the previous installation. The system does not recognize the cameras. Any ideas?
Anyone had trouble with picture not showing when you switch from grid view to full screen when viewing directly from a monitor connected to the nvr. The video is showing in grid view but not full screen. Wont show video in playback either. I have x4 rlc822a cameras and a rln8410 (new model)
Does the reolink NVR bring a function to clear a drive,I have an existing survalence system,and I'm swapping it for a reolink system but I need to put the western digital 4tb Hardrive in the new reolink system,do I just swap the drive and thats it?? Thanks 👍👍👍
@@HomeTechDIY did you end up testing this? I have the same Q...cant seems to get the correct port/frame rate settings so that ColorVu are seen by the reolink NVR
You might be able to access the NVR is you have verification questions setup. You could also contact Reolink as mentioned in this link where they show how to do a factory reset: support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405336959001
Can you recommend an HDMI splitter that actually works with the Reolink RLN16-410 model? I lost count on how many I've bought and none of them worked. I have 3 screens to share the images to but cannot find an HDMI splitter that's compatible in 4k. I've talked to Reolink customer service and I was told there's none, but I refuse to believe that because I found one from Walmart, but it shoots the image in 1080. Any idea ? Thank you in advance :)
I have just purchased the NVRRLN8-410 with 4 D-500 cameras. Where can I find the UID number for the cameras as there is nothing to scan? Also how can I connect these cameras to reolink client for windows?
My Reolink NVR screens look a little different than yours, but I was able to get thru the Wizard. Thanks for the video. NOW... I'm trying to add an Annke brand ONVIF POE dome camera. I would love to see a detailed video for that. The videos I'm finding seem to think we're all familiar with IP and Subnet and yada yada. We need step by step explanations. Please Help Us!!!
I have a problem with my NVR everytime I dont have TV on after a while it seem to go to one of the Video Loss pictures even if all them (Video loss) are disabled from previewing. So when I turn my TV on to check CCTV after while its on single video loss previewing which I find very strange. I also disabled auto reset and preview tour. Unless it's done by power cut????
A switch or even several switches can be connected to the LAN port with no issues. Only the important configuration to get the basics working were setup in this video. Do you need help on a particular screen?
A TV that has an HDMI port will work. There is a chance that the edges of the TV might not fit and you could lose a very little part of the edge, but for setup and regular use, a TV should be fine.
@@HomeTechDIY I’ve installed two cameras so far. The first one went well. Push notifications let me know the difference between person, pet and car. When I installed the second camera, all my push notification in that camera read “motion detected”. I rebooted the app and now both cameras have the same problem. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks so much
My NVR won't sync the NTP. It doesn't have the "no network" message showing so I'm assuming it's connected. I can't get remote access on my phone either, says it connection failed. Any ideas?
How to configure this in VR if I don’t have Internet at the building. I simply connect the cameras directly to the NVR. I also have a monitor connected to it. However, the cameras did not work.
Correct, Internet is not required for setup. What is the error message on the camera screen? Is this a brand new system or were the cameras activated previously?
@@HomeTechDIY I think it’s just give me a blank picture. I did not take a picture when I was setting that up last week. But I can do that this weekend. Yes I tried setting up that system at home with an active Internet. I thought that you would keep the settings and would work at the other building without Internet.
That is strange. Sounds like you're doing everything right. If it worked with Internet is totally should work without. It also shouldn't matter if the cameras are plugged into different ports on the back. Look on the Camera page to see if there is an error that could help.
I want the 16 ch but w| 12 cameras, can i choose to have those 12 cameras show ONLY without having to have 4 black boxes that shows “video loss”? Or what are the camera boxes configurations/options for a 16 ch?
Very good video. I've been considering purchasing this NVR. I use Blue Iris now but would like to offload the task to a dedicated device. I wonder if this NVR will support non ReoLink cameras using onvif or another protocol?
If I have continues recording 24/7, can I export for example a 45 min long clip from the nvr? I want the full clip and not multiple 5 min clips for example.
Question: If i'm in a remote location can I call up all the cameras from my mac book pro via the internet and do real time monitoring minus the obvious delay due to electronic proccessing?, if I have the NVR connected to my home router??
Can you record and play back at the same time in the software when connected to the network? I will not be connecting to the internet, as this will all be done on the local network. Any help would be appreciated. I am looking for a PoE camera that records at 30fps or better where the footage will be able to view numbers on moving objects (sports racing)
if the reolink nvr has only 8 poe port? can i used an external poe and have 20 cameras on the poe switch and use a single cat6 connected to the nvr and still view my 20 cameras?
Yes, only 8 will be displayed and recorded. The NVR limit is the number of PoE ports it has on the back, even if you are not using them. If you used BI instead, I think the maximum is 64 cameras but your would need a beefy computer for that amount of processing and storage.
Excellent video!!!! I was at 11:21 and seen that you have non Reolink cameras working on your POE+ switch with the Reolink NVR. I was wondering if you could share your settings for those cameras please? I would real appreciate your help with this and many more of your subscriber probably would like the same too. This would make a great video if you have the time to spend to let all of us know what works on your system. Thanks again for your time and we all really appreciate your hard work to make theses excellent videos that you share on TH-cam!!! Oh have have Dahua cameras if this help.
Within a home or workshop, yes, these are great in low light. If you considering using these inside in a warehouse or large business, then in you may require IR illuminators to assist with those distances.
Hey! I had a few backyard projects to finish up before the winter and I started a new job where I dedicated 100% of my time. I should have more videos out soon. Thanks for asking!
Hello, i need your advice...tell me please, i bought a new RLN12W NVR, installed and managed to activate my cameras , but i dont understand, now i can unplug the internet cable from NVR to let this on Wi-Fi or must be always connected to internet with cable? This NVR is not with cable ad wi-fi?
@@HomeTechDIY Ah, i understand, thank you very much. I noticed, because i unpluged my internet cable and the cameras gone off. IS bad, because i bought a new Tenda TX27 Pro router, and damn router have only 2 LAN's, in one i have my laptop and in the other one i have a Boavision Camera at my balcony, for my car. I tried to add this non Reolink camera to my NVR and i didn't succeded, i tried with onvif setting and with IP, but i couldn't add this, i guess Reolink don't allow other cameras to connect with their things. Any advice please, how to connect this camera with Reolink NVR? This means i have to unplug the camera cable to put internet cable for NVR, because my router have only 2 LAN's, sadly, is the latest router with Wi-Fi 6, but sadly have only 2 LAN's and one useless for me IPTV or something. Can i add something in one LAN port, to make from there 1 LAN for camera and one LAN for NVR? Is there any device i can plug in one of the 2 LAN'S? Forgive me, i am new with these things.
Since your router only has 2 ports, you can split one of the ports into many using an unmanaged network switch. This will give you more ports for other devices. Here is a picture of how it works: cdn.ttgtmedia.com/rms/onlineimages/whatis-network_switch.png Here is an example of one on Amazon. Connect this to your router and you will have many more ports. Make sure you have enough CAT6 ethernet cables. Switch link: amzn.to/4bunkOn You are on the right track to add the Boavision camera to the Reolink NVR. Make sure ONVIF is turned on in the Boavision camera. Manually enter the Boavision camera's IP address in the Reolink NVR. It should look like 192.168.0.?:8080. I am not familiar with those cameras, but you might even need to setup up an ONVIF user in the camera's app. That said, certain cameras are not compatible with the Reolink NVR. Hope this helps.
@@HomeTechDIY I tried last night both ways, onvif and ip, i didnt managed to connect Boavision camera with Reolink NVR, maybe i did something wrong? The NVR add the camera, but saying failed to give me image.
Thanks for confirming my set up. Does the stock camera B500 have the ability to zoom? Or can it be enlarged in the app or on a computer without loosing clarity?
I just bought my Reo setup. How loud is the NVR on a regular basis--like a network switch loud (i.e. continuously running internal fan)? I'm trying to decide whether to place the NVR in a cooler remote location or my office.
Great video thank You ! I’ll save it and replay it when I receive my nvr to aid me in its set up … can you please tell me what monitor you are using , what monitor do you Reccomend …if I wanted to get one. .. can I use my regular TV for the set up Again thanks 🙏 oxoxo
Hi Thanks for the video. Is there anyway I can record some Reolink CCTVs that live on a different network (if I get their IP address and port numbers?). I noticed in your video that you had CCTVs from a different network?
Thanks for the great video. I currently have a 16 camera reolink system and love it. I've ordered another NVR for 8 cameras and purchased 4 more cameras. Is there a way to connect both NVR's to work seamlessly with the app on my phone for viewing?
Glad you liked the video. When you add the second NVR to your phone, all the cameras on the second NVR will be listed below the cameras from the first NVR. It's pretty cool and totally seamless.
I'm having an issue with playback only keeping about 6-7 days. I'm needing atleast 2 weeks worth of footage. Is there some setting I can change to make this happen or does the system ONLY keep 7 days worth no matter what?
You can lower the camera video quality or add a larger hard drive. I bought a bare 8 camera NVR and put a 4TB hard drive in it. It has an ESATA port for another 4TB. The newer NVR's can have up to two 6TB hard drives.
Just got the RLK8-810B-4-A system. Love it like I knew I would. Already had one of their wireless cameras. One problem though. The supplied mouse does not work. Went through their charts to diagnose to no avail. Neither usb connectors works on the mouse. The mouse does work on the desktop as soon as plugged in. I don't think I would ever use the mouse.... but it bugs me when things don't work right. I sent them a message so hopefully it will get resolved:) I tried going through the wizard it just took me to the computer app and not all this setup stuff. Maybe b/c I already had the app for the first camera I had? Also I dont see any wizard to select to go back to...
@@HomeTechDIY i think theres some problem with my nvr cant even connect since today morning keep getting incorrect password have raised it with them to resolve it
I totally agree. The Reolink has so many technical settings etc that you have to almost be a tech wizard to understand. It's like something from the 1990's! Why can it not be a more simple plug and play with features like automatic firmware updates if the NVR is connected to the internet?
A tech piece can have myriads of fine tune options - that is NOT a problem. THE problem is that chinese menu designers aren't capable of putting the in right order. For example (one of tens of examples) - I choose a camera/channel, make a change in one menu and then go to Recording, or Display or other menu and expect that channel is still selected so that I continue adjusting that very channel. But Nooooo, it is back to channel 1 again. And again you have to chose the necessary channel to edit settings. Every single time.
This was a wonderfully informative video. Thank you for approaching it from a lay-person's perspective. And thank you for taking the time, effort and expense for making the video.
On Reolinks webpage they state "dont use with other than Reolink cameras". I need confirmation (becuase I am extending my system), Does this 8 and 16 channel PoE NVR work with Annke C800 and an older TrendNet camera??
Appreciate the detailed information on setup with the wizard, LAN connectivity, client software for PC and phone app. You answered many questions I had. GREAT VIDEO! Most other TH-cam videos just fly past the wizard and the things a user runs into which does not answer questions users have for the wizard.
ALSO...Great job well thought out and edited, easy to follow and very user friendly demo! Kudos!!
Just acquired a Reolink RLN16-410 for our church and this video really helped me move forward with my installation that the supplied documentations do not provide. This is a very thorough step-by-step guide to the installation of a new NVR security camera system. Now I understand what I did wrong with the initial set-up that I thought that I could do through my cell phone.
Thanks for a great video!
If I lose power do I have to go back thru set-up again or does it store your settings?
The settings are stored.
Great Job. I might just buy a REOLINK. Been thinking about it!
Two of my wired relink cameras are not working. Sats no connection. Port lights are nit lit. Ive tried everything. Any suggestions??
Hell, please i need your help here: i installed my new RLN12W Reolink NVR, i connected on this two E1 zoom Wi-Fi cameras and one Reolink Video Doorbel Wifi. But now, i have a conflict of NVR Wi-fi connections 2.4G/5G with my router Wi-Fi connections 2.4G/5G. If i name the Wi-Fi connections from NVR like router Wi-Fi connection names, i get conflict...if i give them separate names than my router, the caemras dont connect anymore. Any advice here please, how to fix the problem?
How can you add Hikvision IP Cameras on 16 Channels Reolink NVR?
I have the older hardware revision of Reolink NVR. Shame that they haven't improvded the shi*y interface since the old version. This is another example of crappy Chinese engineering/design. Also, when you enter the ALERT Menu, everythin hangs for a minute or so. Shitatronics. I pray so the world is saved from this chinese low quality epidemic.
I have bought nVR and a camera. So far so good when on home network. But as soon as I am on cellular the remote connection is very slow. Do you also have slow connection?
This is an identical wizard as used by Swann. I hope I haven't purchased the same rubbish as Swann.😱
I was wondering which POE cameras you used beside reolink. I want to add 2 extra cameras with higher resolution and night vision. Reolink is not good in night when I tried to see license plate on street but couldn't see any number.
Also I want to upgrade hdd as existing 2tb is small. Which budget HDD you recommend and I read only upto 4 tb.
I have Google home and tried to add these on home it adds but didn't allow to watch camera likewise same in reolink app tried to add Google home it didn't go through. If you can help that will be much appreciated.
I would also love to know if and how you can add 3rd party cameras to a Reolink nvr !
Hello if I want inside to app reolink and want connect my camera from 4g connection in my phone and not from Lan how I do this I want to be in work and see my camera, it's don't work only if I connect to router in home pls help me
Great video! Thanks! FYI, I think the "Int" in the hard drive section stands for "initialize"
Nice walk through. I think the wizard might be different now. For example: I didn't see ntp settings or the ddns. There are quite a few things that are not hard as you mention, but not clear until you figure it out. The cameras auto-connecting is perhaps the easiest part.
Thanks for sharing and I'm happy to hear the Reolink is cleaning up the wizard. :)
Does it work with a hik vision camera?
Hello my friend and thank you for the video. I’m in the initial setup and trying to figure out how to turn OFF motion detection. I want to record continuously. Cannot for the life of me find that setting. Please help. Thank you.
Hey! Do you se the option for "Normal" under the Recording > Schedule option? I touch on this at 12:30.
wow, i really do have to give a thumbs up for the transition at 13:20 besides the thanks for the info :)
Thanks for the detailed video.
I like to run my desktop computer with two monitors. If was to get this system, would it require a separate monitor to run and view the NVR? Kinda don't want 3 monitors on my desk.....are there options for this I wonder?
You might want a separate monitor for getting the NVR initially setup, like I did. But afterwards, you could use the Reolink Client on your PC to control the NVR, including seeing the live feed and playing back and exporting past footage.
I learned a lot from you. Great guy, may God bless you.
And may the Devil show him where the fun is!
i initially wants to buy a reolink nvr but after watching this video, finally decided not to...
just look at all those configurations not only is it confusing & a big waste of time, not forgetting that we’ve to run all those POE cables round the house! The interface is not even user-friendly, most of the people out there are not even that tech-savvy, let’s not forget in this modern age, people would prefer surveillance systems that are simply plug & play!
This is Reolink's older NVR. Not sure if the newer ones are any easier. Agreed; they are no fun to setup, but they do provide a lot of options, in case you need them.
I'm having trouble setting up my email but that's a different issue. I mounted all my cameras and hook them up to the NVR and then set up my reolink app. But when I turned off the Wi-Fi on my Android phone I could not connect to the cameras. So I connected the NVR to my router and connected it to my television to try to run the setup. I did not see anything in the process on how to tell the NVR with the Wi-Fi name and password is. Is there a step or two that I am missing in order to view my NVR data on my Android phone when I am out of my Wi-Fi network
The NVR does cannot connect to the WiFi, it has to be hard wired into your network. Are you cameras plugged directly into the NVR or are the LAN cameras which are connected to your network and then accessed by the NVR? It sounds like you cameras are LAN cameras. When adding devices to your phone, did you add the cameras or the NVR? I think you need to add the NVR and the cameras will appear.
Thanks for the detailed explaination. I appreciate your hard work. I have 1 question, is it possible to record 4k video with 2k monitor ? I plan to buy separate item which are the Reolink NVR 8 channel and 1 unit of Reolink RLC-810A.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, you can still record 4K with a 2K monitor. The camera resolution is set in the NVR.
Hey there. I have the rln 8-410 and wanting to know which wireless mouse works with this nvr??? I have Googled it but nothing really confirms any. Reolink doesn't even know so anyone got a wireless mouse working on it???
I have tried a couple wireless mice on this NVR and they did not work for me either. It seems Reolink does not support the drivers required for this hardware. It would be an awesome feature but unfortunately it doesn't seem to be an option at this time.
hi I have a question , I will be setting up the reolink NVR with my reolink argus 3 pro wifi camera as you i will be testing first. but I will be setting up in a remote area of the house so i doin't understand how to boos the wifi signal. If i get a wifi range extender this will cretae a different network and different ssid and thertefore my wifi camera will be useles.. how can I solve this problem?
I think you should be able to configure the camera to the WiFi extender. The NVR and the camera will be on the same network even if the network has multiple WiFi access points. Also, is that camera battery operated? If so, I don't believe NVR will work with it.
Hello, what could be the cause of having an HD cctv with great quality in the monitor but will become blurry or pixelated upon replay?
Sounds like the live stream is displaying the main stream feed and the recording is a sub stream.
so if you set up these cameras to 4k and your monitor is HD would you be able to view the play back video to your Hd monitor ?
Yes, the image looks to be in 4K to me.
I changed my Gmail password and now my pictures are not coming to my phone. How do I change the password on the reolink system?
I am not sure of the link between gmail and the Reolink NVR, but here are the instructions on changing the password on the Reolink system: support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/360003622213-How-to-Modify-Password-for-Reolink-PoE-NVR
If you fill the hard drive does it prompt you? Does it overwrite old data and start anew?
No, it doesn't prompt you. The NVR will automatically delete the oldest footage file by file and create room for new footage as required. It's like a rolling timeline. If the drive is full, it will delete 1-2 old files to make room for the new one. Once it's full again (an hour or so later), it will delete the oldest 1-2 again and write the new.
I restored my device and still can’t get it to detect the HDD. The HDD was detected a few days ago then the power went out and since then it doesn’t appear. Any ideas?
Maybe there was a power serge and it impacted the device. I would reach out to Reolink Support and let them know the NVR cannot recognize the HDD.
Can you remove the blank screens with video loss text and only display the used cameras?
Kinda. You can show 1, 4 or 16 cameras. You also have the ability to show one large channel and several small ones.
Non of this happened. No setup wizard popped up. Just reolink
Awesome! Sounds like new firmware! Thanks for letting me know.
@@HomeTechDIY no problem. I'm trying to get ahold of Reolink and figure out why I'm not getting push notifications. I've enabled them in the phone, in the app, no batt saving mode, it is the only app I set to not go to sleep. I don't get emails or text from the NVR/cameras. They work and they start recording when you walk by. I even enabled 24/7 motion detection.
Can you add more than 8 Reolink cameras if you have a separate Poe switch?
No, the NVR will only show and record from 8 cameras, no matter the configuration.
Is it possible to a WIFI for management or does it have to be wired?
Initial setup should be done with a monitor plugged into the NVR. With the NVR hardwired to your network you can manage it over managed using your cell phone or PC over Wifi.
This is the best i have seeing so far of explanation about setting up Riolink cameras to 410 nvr THE BEST TUTORIAL.
I’m trying to replace a SwannView NVR with this model Reolink RLN8-410. I have 6 IPOE Swann cameras from the previous installation. The system does not recognize the cameras. Any ideas?
Anyone had trouble with picture not showing when you switch from grid view to full screen when viewing directly from a monitor connected to the nvr. The video is showing in grid view but not full screen. Wont show video in playback either. I have x4 rlc822a cameras and a rln8410 (new model)
Does the reolink NVR bring a function to clear a drive,I have an existing survalence system,and I'm swapping it for a reolink system but I need to put the western digital 4tb Hardrive in the new reolink system,do I just swap the drive and thats it?? Thanks 👍👍👍
Can you tell me which wireless mouse would work with this system? thank you
I don't know if any wireless mice that works with the Reolink NVR
Would my ColorVu camera run on the Reolink nvr or only on Hikvision nvrs?
If it supports ONVIF, it should but I have not verified this yet.
@@HomeTechDIY did you end up testing this? I have the same Q...cant seems to get the correct port/frame rate settings so that ColorVu are seen by the reolink NVR
i forgot the password of my reolink nvr is there any way to reset it as i don't want to factory reset
You might be able to access the NVR is you have verification questions setup. You could also contact Reolink as mentioned in this link where they show how to do a factory reset: support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405336959001
Can you recommend an HDMI splitter that actually works with the Reolink RLN16-410 model? I lost count on how many I've bought and none of them worked. I have 3 screens to share the images to but cannot find an HDMI splitter that's compatible in 4k. I've talked to Reolink customer service and I was told there's none, but I refuse to believe that because I found one from Walmart, but it shoots the image in 1080. Any idea ? Thank you in advance :)
I have just purchased the NVRRLN8-410 with 4 D-500 cameras. Where can I find the UID number for the cameras as there is nothing to scan? Also how can I connect these cameras to reolink client for windows?
My Reolink NVR screens look a little different than yours, but I was able to get thru the Wizard. Thanks for the video. NOW... I'm trying to add an Annke brand ONVIF POE dome camera. I would love to see a detailed video for that. The videos I'm finding seem to think we're all familiar with IP and Subnet and yada yada. We need step by step explanations. Please Help Us!!!
Thanks for that video.
Could you please briefly explain wht th 4 features on the "Option" tab of Recording are doing?
Thanks and best regards
I have a problem with my NVR everytime I dont have TV on after a while it seem to go to one of the Video Loss pictures even if all them (Video loss) are disabled from previewing. So when I turn my TV on to check CCTV after while its on single video loss previewing which I find very strange. I also disabled auto reset and preview tour. Unless it's done by power cut????
What about using a switch and why skip all the necessary screens?
A switch or even several switches can be connected to the LAN port with no issues. Only the important configuration to get the basics working were setup in this video. Do you need help on a particular screen?
I just bought the RLK8-811B4. Can I use a tv as the monitor for the initial setup or do I need to buy a computer monitor?
Thanks
A TV that has an HDMI port will work. There is a chance that the edges of the TV might not fit and you could lose a very little part of the edge, but for setup and regular use, a TV should be fine.
@@HomeTechDIY thank you so much for the quick reply. Much appreciated
@@HomeTechDIY I’ve installed two cameras so far. The first one went well. Push notifications let me know the difference between person, pet and car. When I installed the second camera, all my push notification in that camera read “motion detected”. I rebooted the app and now both cameras have the same problem. Do you have any suggestions?
Thanks so much
My NVR won't sync the NTP. It doesn't have the "no network" message showing so I'm assuming it's connected. I can't get remote access on my phone either, says it connection failed. Any ideas?
Hi! just a question, what is then software u are using? Reolink app/client? Which version? Thank you very much
How to configure this in VR if I don’t have Internet at the building. I simply connect the cameras directly to the NVR. I also have a monitor connected to it. However, the cameras did not work.
Correct, Internet is not required for setup. What is the error message on the camera screen? Is this a brand new system or were the cameras activated previously?
@@HomeTechDIY I think it’s just give me a blank picture. I did not take a picture when I was setting that up last week. But I can do that this weekend. Yes I tried setting up that system at home with an active Internet. I thought that you would keep the settings and would work at the other building without Internet.
That is strange. Sounds like you're doing everything right. If it worked with Internet is totally should work without. It also shouldn't matter if the cameras are plugged into different ports on the back. Look on the Camera page to see if there is an error that could help.
Will do. Thank you sir.
6 Feb 2022--interface no longer follows tutorial.
Good to know. Which firmware version do you have? I'd like to now update my NVR and create an updated video?
I want the 16 ch but w| 12 cameras, can i choose to have those 12 cameras show ONLY without having to have 4 black boxes that shows “video loss”? Or what are the camera boxes configurations/options for a 16 ch?
Very good video. I've been considering purchasing this NVR. I use Blue Iris now but would like to offload the task to a dedicated device. I wonder if this NVR will support non ReoLink cameras using onvif or another protocol?
If I have continues recording 24/7, can I export for example a 45 min long clip from the nvr? I want the full clip and not multiple 5 min clips for example.
More learning clarity if TH-cam play speed setting at 0.75....excellent video simple and clear
How do you get Blue Iris to show your Reolink NVR camera's? do you have a video for that? Thanks!
Question: If i'm in a remote location can I call up all the cameras from my mac book pro via the internet and do real time monitoring minus the obvious delay due to electronic proccessing?, if I have the NVR connected to my home router??
Can you record and play back at the same time in the software when connected to the network? I will not be connecting to the internet, as this will all be done on the local network. Any help would be appreciated. I am looking for a PoE camera that records at 30fps or better where the footage will be able to view numbers on moving objects (sports racing)
Great informative video. I have just received my system. I will let you know how I get on using your video for guidence.
Password for a password? That's genius! Why didn't I think of that?!
The best video i have seen on this nvr and very well explained, thanks a lot from Malaga- Spain
What dc power supply do i need for the reolink RLC 520A
Can you do this with a computer?
The initial setup needs to be done through a monitor connected to the NVR, but once it's up and running, a PC using the Reolink app works great.
Great video and thanks. Oh the Init is short for Initialize. It's use on the formatting of the drive is appropriate IMHO
Thanks, it helped me so much getting through the set up wizard! 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks this is a Big help and slow talking so you can understand it keep up the good videos .
if the reolink nvr has only 8 poe port? can i used an external poe and have 20 cameras on the poe switch and use a single cat6 connected to the nvr and still view my 20 cameras?
Good idea but, no, that won't work. The NVR only allows access to a max of 8 cameras at a time.
@@HomeTechDIY so i could do it that way but only 8 of the 20 would be displayed and recorded? which is the NVR limit? what if i used blue iris?
Yes, only 8 will be displayed and recorded. The NVR limit is the number of PoE ports it has on the back, even if you are not using them. If you used BI instead, I think the maximum is 64 cameras but your would need a beefy computer for that amount of processing and storage.
This an amazing video thanks. And good job with explanation
What’s the frame rate limit? Can I set all cameras to record to hdd on a FPS of 30 or higher?
Excellent video!!!!
I was at 11:21 and seen that you have non Reolink cameras working on your POE+ switch with the Reolink NVR. I was wondering if you could share your settings for those cameras please? I would real appreciate your help with this and many more of your subscriber probably would like the same too. This would make a great video if you have the time to spend to let all of us know what works on your system. Thanks again for your time and we all really appreciate your hard work to make theses excellent videos that you share on TH-cam!!! Oh have have Dahua cameras if this help.
G'day, This was just what I needed to get the clock time set to auto update.
is this good for indoor use? like are they good in low light
Within a home or workshop, yes, these are great in low light. If you considering using these inside in a warehouse or large business, then in you may require IR illuminators to assist with those distances.
Question, Is it good idea to buy 4k monitor with this reolink system?
Appreciate the videos, helped set up my new Reolink system, works great. Question, is it possible to connect WiFi camera’s to to the NVR as well?
Where were you for 4 months
Hey! I had a few backyard projects to finish up before the winter and I started a new job where I dedicated 100% of my time. I should have more videos out soon. Thanks for asking!
Hello, i need your advice...tell me please, i bought a new RLN12W NVR, installed and managed to activate my cameras , but i dont understand, now i can unplug the internet cable from NVR to let this on Wi-Fi or must be always connected to internet with cable? This NVR is not with cable ad wi-fi?
I think the NVR has to be connected to your network with the cable. The WIFI functionality is only between the NVR and the cameras.
@@HomeTechDIY Ah, i understand, thank you very much. I noticed, because i unpluged my internet cable and the cameras gone off. IS bad, because i bought a new Tenda TX27 Pro router, and damn router have only 2 LAN's, in one i have my laptop and in the other one i have a Boavision Camera at my balcony, for my car. I tried to add this non Reolink camera to my NVR and i didn't succeded, i tried with onvif setting and with IP, but i couldn't add this, i guess Reolink don't allow other cameras to connect with their things. Any advice please, how to connect this camera with Reolink NVR? This means i have to unplug the camera cable to put internet cable for NVR, because my router have only 2 LAN's, sadly, is the latest router with Wi-Fi 6, but sadly have only 2 LAN's and one useless for me IPTV or something. Can i add something in one LAN port, to make from there 1 LAN for camera and one LAN for NVR? Is there any device i can plug in one of the 2 LAN'S? Forgive me, i am new with these things.
Since your router only has 2 ports, you can split one of the ports into many using an unmanaged network switch. This will give you more ports for other devices. Here is a picture of how it works: cdn.ttgtmedia.com/rms/onlineimages/whatis-network_switch.png
Here is an example of one on Amazon. Connect this to your router and you will have many more ports. Make sure you have enough CAT6 ethernet cables. Switch link: amzn.to/4bunkOn
You are on the right track to add the Boavision camera to the Reolink NVR. Make sure ONVIF is turned on in the Boavision camera. Manually enter the Boavision camera's IP address in the Reolink NVR. It should look like 192.168.0.?:8080. I am not familiar with those cameras, but you might even need to setup up an ONVIF user in the camera's app. That said, certain cameras are not compatible with the Reolink NVR. Hope this helps.
@@HomeTechDIY I tried last night both ways, onvif and ip, i didnt managed to connect Boavision camera with Reolink NVR, maybe i did something wrong? The NVR add the camera, but saying failed to give me image.
@@HomeTechDIY Yes, i will send you a email soon with pictures, thank you very much for helping me, i apreciate this.
Thanks for confirming my set up. Does the stock camera B500 have the ability to zoom? Or can it be enlarged in the app or on a computer without loosing clarity?
The B500 has a 4mm fixed lens, so there is no zoom option. Enlarging any fixed lens will always result in a loss of clarity.
Great vid! How does one reinstall accidentally deleted hard drive?
NVR keeps beeping, help?
Is this happening during the initial setup of the NVR? Sounds like a motion alarm or lost video alarm or some sort of error like an IP conflict.
Love it! Great work
Oh my god,,,, the wizard menu is exactly the same as older Swann brand stuff 😱
Yes, the older user interface isn't the most appealing. The current NVR's from Reolink are much better.
I just bought my Reo setup. How loud is the NVR on a regular basis--like a network switch loud (i.e. continuously running internal fan)? I'm trying to decide whether to place the NVR in a cooler remote location or my office.
There is no internal fan. See a full breakdown including this information here: th-cam.com/video/zwq16tF2FHc/w-d-xo.html
Is it possible to set it up without monitor using just mobile app?
Great video thank
You ! I’ll save it and replay it when I receive my nvr to aid me in its set up … can you please tell me what monitor you are using , what monitor do you Reccomend …if I wanted to get one. .. can I use my regular TV for the set up
Again thanks 🙏
oxoxo
Yes, you can connect the NVR to your TV's HDMI connection. I use a 4K 27" monitor for my setup. amzn.to/3D2Hcs4
Hi Thanks for the video. Is there anyway I can record some Reolink CCTVs that live on a different network (if I get their IP address and port numbers?). I noticed in your video that you had CCTVs from a different network?
You can record the cameras if they are on your home network or connected to the NVR. The cameras you noticed were connected to my home network.
Thanks 😊
Thanks for the great video. I currently have a 16 camera reolink system and love it. I've ordered another NVR for 8 cameras and purchased 4 more cameras. Is there a way to connect both NVR's to work seamlessly with the app on my phone for viewing?
Glad you liked the video. When you add the second NVR to your phone, all the cameras on the second NVR will be listed below the cameras from the first NVR. It's pretty cool and totally seamless.
I'm having an issue with playback only keeping about 6-7 days. I'm needing atleast 2 weeks worth of footage. Is there some setting I can change to make this happen or does the system ONLY keep 7 days worth no matter what?
You can lower the camera video quality or add a larger hard drive. I bought a bare 8 camera NVR and put a 4TB hard drive in it. It has an ESATA port for another 4TB. The newer NVR's can have up to two 6TB hard drives.
can i constantly view the nvr with the monitor connected
Very good demonstration. What cameras will work in cold regions -20F ? Thank you
I have used these cameras in temperatures as low as -40 and there were little to no issues.
Amigo instale unas camaras reolink no me sale la imaguen que debo hacer
Just got the RLK8-810B-4-A system. Love it like I knew I would. Already had one of their wireless cameras. One problem though. The supplied mouse does not work. Went through their charts to diagnose to no avail. Neither usb connectors works on the mouse. The mouse does work on the desktop as soon as plugged in. I don't think I would ever use the mouse.... but it bugs me when things don't work right. I sent them a message so hopefully it will get resolved:)
I tried going through the wizard it just took me to the computer app and not all this setup stuff. Maybe b/c I already had the app for the first camera I had? Also I dont see any wizard to select to go back to...
I have to unplug and replug the mouse into the usb port alll
the time to reboot the mouse to make it work????
when i turn it on it does not start the setup wizard how can i download it
If you right click on the live view screen, the wizard icon should appear on the far right. This will allow entry into the wizard.
@@HomeTechDIY i think theres some problem with my nvr cant even connect since today morning keep getting incorrect password
have raised it with them to resolve it
I totally agree. The Reolink has so many technical settings etc that you have to almost be a tech wizard to understand. It's like something from the 1990's! Why can it not be a more simple plug and play with features like automatic firmware updates if the NVR is connected to the internet?
A tech piece can have myriads of fine tune options - that is NOT a problem. THE problem is that chinese menu designers aren't capable of putting the in right order. For example (one of tens of examples) - I choose a camera/channel, make a change in one menu and then go to Recording, or Display or other menu and expect that channel is still selected so that I continue adjusting that very channel. But Nooooo, it is back to channel 1 again. And again you have to chose the necessary channel to edit settings. Every single time.
Very good video there by you Sir.😀
High quality video! Thank you!