How to Set Motion Detection Alarm
by
Kyle LaPach
29 Apr 2025
Answer:
Motion detection monitors object movement within a specified area and triggers an alarm based on detection sensitivity, object size, and historical motion data.
Note: Only certain models support this function. Management pages and settings may vary. Always verify against your specific camera model's Web interface.
Steps:
Area Detection:
- Navigate to Setup > Events > Common Alarm > Motion Detection. Set Detection Mode to Area.
- Create a detection area by clicking and dragging on the preview screen.
- Adjust sensitivity, object size, and history to fine-tune detection accuracy.
- Configure alarm parameters like Suppress Alarm(s) and Clear Alarm(s).
- Assign alarm-triggered actions such as:
- Triggering alarm outputs
- Going to a preset (PTZ cameras)
- Uploading snapshots to FTP or sending alarm info to the center
- Triggering email alerts or recordings
- Starting auto-tracking (if supported)
- Set an alarm plan with specified active periods (up to four per day).
- Click Save to apply settings.
Grid Detection:
- Navigate to Setup > Events > Motion Detection. Set Detection Mode to Grid.
- Define irregular detection areas directly on the grid layout.
- Adjust sensitivity and configure alarm parameters similar to Area Detection.
- Assign alarm-triggered actions and schedule plans as needed.
- Click Save to complete configuration.


