Guides

How to Set Privacy Mask

Protect Sensitive Areas with Privacy Masking:Learn how to set up privacy masks on Uniview cameras to block parts of the video feed from recording or display. This guide covers creating masks, choosing regular or irregular modes, and adapting to PTZ camera movement for dynamic coverage.

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How to Set OSD (On Screen Display)

Display Essential Information Over Live Video:Learn how to configure On Screen Display (OSD) settings on Uniview cameras. This guide walks you through positioning, customizing, and managing live overlays like time, preset names, or custom text to enhance surveillance footage clarity.

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How to Set Analog Camera UMD Linkage Alarm Light

Learn how to configure Uniview analog cameras to trigger an alarm light using UMD (Unusual Motion Detection). This guide walks you through the setup steps for linking smart detection events to visual alert hardware using compatible Uniview DVRs and alarm accessories. If the document doesn’t load, click here to view it in a new tab.

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How to Set Motion Detection Alarm

Motion Detection Setup Made Easy:Learn how to configure motion detection alarms by defining detection areas, adjusting sensitivity, and setting automated alarm-triggered actions like recording, email alerts, and FTP uploads. This guide walks you through both area-based and grid-based motion detection setups for Uniview cameras.

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How to Set Media Stream

Stream Surveillance Footage Where You Need It:Learn how to configure Uniview cameras to output media streams via TCP or UDP to external systems. This guide details adding stream destinations, setting protocols, and managing stream persistence after restarts.

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How to Set LPR (License Plate Recognition)

Capture and Manage Vehicle Access Efficiently:Master setting up License Plate Recognition (LPR) with Uniview cameras. This guide covers drawing detection areas, handling snapshots, setting smart capture rules, and configuring on-screen display (OSD) options for license plates.

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How to Set Intrusion Detection?

Protect Critical Zones with Intelligent Detection:Quickly set up intrusion detection to monitor when objects enter protected areas. Learn how to draw detection zones, configure sensitivity thresholds, and trigger alarms or recording actions based on intrusion events.

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