Motion Detection on Your Dahua Camera
Configuring motion detection on a Dahua camera allows you to monitor specific areas and receive alerts whenever movement is detected. Here’s how to set it up:
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Log in to the Camera’s Web Interface:
- Open a web browser and enter the IP address of your Dahua camera to access its configuration page.
- Use your login credentials to log into the camera’s interface.
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Navigate to Event Settings:
- Go to the Event section in the menu.
- Under the Event category, select Video Detection.
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Enable Motion Detection:
- Find the motion detection option and toggle it to On.
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Set Detection Areas:
- Define the areas within the camera’s view where you want to detect motion by selecting the zones on the interface. This can help avoid false alarms from irrelevant areas.
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Adjust Sensitivity:
- Set the sensitivity level to determine how easily motion is detected. Higher sensitivity may detect smaller movements, while lower sensitivity might only trigger on larger movements.
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Link to Actions:
- Configure what actions should occur when motion is detected. Options can include starting a recording, sending alert notifications, or triggering an alarm.
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Save Your Settings:
- After configuring the above settings, ensure you save any changes to apply them to the camera.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you will have effectively configured motion detection