Hikvision cameras are known for their high-quality video surveillance capabilities, and connecting them to your iPhone app can provide you with remote access and monitoring of your security system.
In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to connect your Hikvision camera to the iPhone app so you can keep an eye on your property from anywhere.
Whether you want to check in on your home, office, or any other location, having your Hikvision camera connected to your iPhone app will give you peace of mind and added security.
Step-by-step guide to connect Hikvision camera to iPhone app
Connecting your Hikvision camera to your iPhone app allows you to remotely monitor your property or space. Follow these steps to set up the connection:
Step 1: Download the Hik-Connect app
Go to the App Store on your iPhone and search for the Hik-Connect app. Download and install the app on your device.
Step 2: Create a Hik-Connect account
Open the Hik-Connect app and create a new account. You will need to provide your email address and create a password to complete the registration process.
Step 3: Add your Hikvision camera to the app
Once you have created an account, log in to the Hik-Connect app. Tap on the “Add Device” button and select “QR Code” as the method of adding your camera.
Scan the QR code on your Hikvision camera or enter the camera’s serial number manually. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
Step 4: View your camera feed on your iPhone
After successfully adding your Hikvision camera to the app, you can now remotely monitor the camera feed on your iPhone. Simply open the Hik-Connect app and select your camera to view the live feed.
With these steps, you can easily connect your Hikvision camera to your iPhone app and enjoy remote monitoring capabilities. Ensure that your camera and iPhone are connected to the internet for seamless access.
Download and install Hik-Connect app on your iPhone
To connect your Hikvision camera to your iPhone, you will need to download and install the Hik-Connect app from the App Store. Follow these steps to get the app on your device:
- Open the App Store on your iPhone.
- Search for “Hik-Connect” in the search bar.
- Locate the app and tap on the “Get” button next to it.
- Enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID/Face ID to download the app.
- Once the app is downloaded, tap on the “Open” button to launch it.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the Hik-Connect app and connect it to your Hikvision camera.
Now that you have the Hik-Connect app installed on your iPhone, you can easily access and control your Hikvision camera from anywhere using your smartphone.
Create a Hik-Connect account on the app
To connect your Hikvision camera to your iPhone app, you first need to create a Hik-Connect account. Follow these steps:
- Download and install the Hik-Connect app from the App Store.
- Open the app and tap on “Register” to create a new account.
- Fill in the required information such as email address, username, and password.
- Agree to the terms and conditions, then tap on “Register” to create your account.
Once your Hik-Connect account is created, you can proceed to add your Hikvision camera to the app and start monitoring your camera feed on your iPhone.
Add your Hikvision camera to the app
Once you have installed the Hik-Connect app on your iPhone, follow these steps to add your Hikvision camera to the app:
Step 1: Log in to the Hik-Connect app
Open the Hik-Connect app on your iPhone and log in with your Hik-Connect account credentials.
Step 2: Add a device
Tap on the “Device” tab at the bottom of the screen and then click on the “+” icon to add a new device.
Configure the camera settings in the app
After successfully adding your Hikvision camera to the iPhone app, you can now configure the camera settings to customize your viewing experience. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Open the app
Launch the Hik-Connect app on your iPhone and log in to your account.
Step 2: Access camera settings
Find your camera in the device list and tap on it to access the camera settings.
Connect your iPhone to the same network as the camera
Before you can connect your Hikvision camera to the iPhone app, you need to make sure that both your camera and iPhone are connected to the same network. This is essential for the app to communicate with the camera and access its live feed and settings.
To do this, simply connect your iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network that your Hikvision camera is connected to. You can check the network settings on both devices to ensure they are on the same network. Once both devices are connected to the same network, you can proceed to the next steps to set up the camera on the iPhone app.
Access live video feed from the Hikvision camera on your iPhone
To access the live video feed from your Hikvision camera on your iPhone, you can use the Hik-Connect app. Follow these steps to connect your camera:
Step 1: Download the Hik-Connect app
Go to the App Store on your iPhone and search for “Hik-Connect.” Download and install the app on your device.
Step 2: Add your Hikvision camera
Open the Hik-Connect app and create an account or log in if you already have one. Then, tap on the “+” icon to add a new device. Follow the on-screen instructions to add your Hikvision camera to the app.
Once your camera is added, you can access the live video feed by selecting the camera from the app’s home screen. You can view the video feed in real-time and even adjust camera settings right from your iPhone.
