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Using 24/7 local recording

The indoor camera model ADC-V515 and outdoor camera model ADC-V723 can record and encrypt video to a micro SD card inserted into them 24/7. You can enjoy continuous, uninterrupted local recordings for each camera that contains a micro SD card.

24/7 local recording is available as an add-on for up to two eligible cameras at no extra charge.

Key features

  • Multiple viewing options

    View recorded video on your local network (i.e., the same network as the camera) or remotely using a computer, smartphone or tablet.

  • Activity timeline

    System events, such as clips triggered by video analytics, are noted in the playback timeline on the website.

  • Rolling recordings

    The oldest video content on the card is automatically deleted to make room for new recordings.

  • Data encryption

    Recorded video is encrypted and can only be viewed when the SD card is in the camera that recorded it.

Compatible SD cards

SD cards from SanDisk and Vital up to 256 GB are supported. A minimum of 64 GB is recommended. You can purchase them at The Source.

Localized recordings

The micro SD card can only store video footage from the camera it is inserted into. You can remove the card from the camera and put it back later. Unless the card was used in another device after you removed it, the footage remains on the card until it is full, at which time the oldest data is deleted to make room for new recordings.

Recording capacity

The number of recording days varies depending on the recording quality and the capacity of the card. The amount of motion in the camera’s viewing scene also affects capacity.

Below is a table of estimated recording days based on moderate motion for different recording quality settings and card capacities.

Important : The following estimates are for reference only; actual days of storage may vary.

Recording quality 64 GB 128 GB 256 GB

Low: 640 × 360 10 fps

15 days

29 days

59 days

Medium
(recommended): 1280 × 720 10 fps

7 days

15 days

29 days

High: 1920 × 1080 15 fps

4 days

7 days

15 days

Max: 1920 × 1080 30 fps

2 days

5 days

10 days

You’ll find below instructions on how to install and configure an SD card.

Installing the micro SD card

Follow these steps to install the SD card in your camera:

  1. Locate the SD card slot on the bottom of the camera, near the QR code and MAC address.
  2. Check the orientation the micro SD card:
    • For the indoor camera (ADC-V515), the metal pins must face the front of the camera.
    • For the outdoor camera (ADC-V723), the metal pins must face the back of the camera.
  3. Insert the SD card into the slot until it clicks.

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Formatting the micro SD card

If the SD card was used in a previous device, you will be prompted to format it. You will lose previously recorded data from the SD card once formatted.

  1. On the local recording rules page, press the EDIT icon next to the existing rule.
  2. Press Save.
    You will then be prompted to format the SD card.
  3. Click Format.

Enabling 24/7 local recording

Before your start, make sure that the micro SD card is inserted into the camera.

  1. Log in to the Smart Home website.
  2. Click Video.
  3. Click Recording Rules.
  4. Click Local Recordings.
  5. Click + Add New Schedule.
  6. Using the Select a camera to record from drop-down menu, select the desired service.
  7. Using the Select recording quality slider, select the desired quality.
  8. In Schedule recording time, click to select either At all times or Only during the following times.

    If you select Only during the follow times, complete the following:

    • Click to select the desired days to record.
    • Using the Starting at and Ending at drop-down menus, select the period to record in hours.
  9. To limit the number of days that recordings are kept:
    • Click the Limit the number of days to record toggle switch to enable a limit.
    • Using the drop-down menu, select the desired number of days.
  10. Click Save.

Viewing video recorded on the SD card

To watch the recording on the website with Smart View:

  • Log in to the Smart Home website.
  • Click Video.
  • Click Onboard 24/7 Timeline.
  • Using the video device drop-down menu, select the desired device to play back.
  • Click sm3 to stream the device’s recorded video.

    • To watch the recording on the app with Smart View:

    1. Log in to the Smart Home app
    2. Touch Video.
    3. Touch 24/7.
    4. Touch sm5 to stream the device’s recorded video.

    Adjusting the recording quality

    You can increase or decrease the estimated days of recording by adjusting the recording quality.

    To adjust the recording quality:

    1. Log in to the Smart Home website.
    2. Click Video.
    3. Click Recording Rules.
    4. Click Local Recordings.
    5. Click on the EDIT icon ( pen) for the camera schedule you want to adjust.
    6. Use the slide to increase or decrease the frame rate and resolution. Use the slide to increase or decrease the frame rate and resolution
      A low resolution increases the number recording days, a high resolution reduces them.
    7. Click Save.

    1. Can a single SD card record video from multiple devices?

    No. The SD card can only record video from the device it is currently installed in.

    2. Are there local network requirements for recording to an SD card like there are for the SVR?

    No. The SD card can record video as long as the video device is enrolled and operational.

    3. Can video continue to record to an SD card through network disruptions?

    Yes. As long as the video device has power, it can record to an SD card through a network disruption.