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How to set up alarm recordings on CMS software using HD cameras?

This article will introduce the process of setting up an alarm recording configuration on CMS software using HD cameras.

Step 1: Setup the Motion Alarm Settings.
• Click on a camera and navigate to Settings--System--Motion Detection.
• Click Enable
• Choose Record for Alarm Action
• Set the Alarm Schedule
• Set the Alarm Area
• Click on Save once all the settings are completed.

Note:
1) DO NOT forget to set the alarm schedule which is indicated in red.
2) DO NOT forget to set the alarm area which is indicated in red grids.
3) Verify the camera time is set correctly otherwise the schedule times will not be recorded during the correct timeframe.
Step 2: Enable Local Alarm Record
Note: No SD card option will be available under the Storage Location listings. If the camera supports an SD card option local or FTP must be selected as the storage path.
• This process will outline how to save alarm records to the local hard drive.
• Check the checkbox for Enable Local Alarm Record located at Local Alarm Record under the Record menu.