Firstrend 1080P Wireless Security Camera System Review

[@PianoManPaul]

We have owned this system for over a year, we are in Canada, now on our second brutally cold winter, and the cameras outside are still holding up fine. From anywhere in the world with decent-speed internet, we can monitor our home exterior 24/7/365. It's been a wonderful protector, we live in a town with high crime rates (that we were previous victims of), but once word got around we had a good security system, the shenanigans have slowed WAY down - but not completely, some meth-heads are still dumb enough to try their luck... the two that tried were arrested and charged, thanks to us being able to identify them even on night-vision footage, thanks to THIS SYSTEM. One thing, you can get a few months worth of footage out of the 2TB HD that 'rotates' when it gets full, as in deletes the oldest footage on the drive. I recommend once the HD reaches its capacity, you format it like a new drive, or else it will be prone to very 'choppy' recording situations. Also, I seem to have lost the ability to change the bitrate/resolution record settings from the admin menu on the NVR box. That may have something to do with administering also from my Windows PC (the PC app is called ESEECLOUD, and its much less friendly to navigate around than the mobile apps available). Example - you can only EVER, it appears, playback a single camera channel of recording at once. Even with a fairly recent update, EseeCloud will NOT automatically 'sync up' all four cameras to playback simultaneously, I have to pick each camera one by one, and seek the time one by one as well. That is my largest grievance about this system. One last thing, the wifi connection with one camera has indeed been lost from time to time. But a simple repositioning/re-hiding of our NVR box fixed all that. For the price, the system is GREAT and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED as a first or even subsequent security system. The detection features are really good, you can 'zone' parts of your video image OUT of the desired detection area as well. The integration with the Mobile app "IP PRO" is fantastic. With the PC - its ok, but could be so much better. Sorry this got a little long, but I just thought I'd share my experience, and also make up for the extreme vagueness of a pointless, nagative five-word review here among these comments. To me, a product that does what it advertises, and proves to be a good 'bang for the buck' from user EXPERIENCE ... INDEED deserves a good review!! Good job, Firstrend.

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks for your detailed review

[@reformedcraftsman3373]

Do you pay a subscription, and if so, how much? I'm new to the world of security cameras so any info you can share about that would be appreciated.

[@PianoManPaul]

​@reformedcraftsman3373 No, not even a trial sub with this particular system. If you get an NVR (control box) with a hard drive in it, there's absolutely no need for a subscription, since you can record the 4 cams all day long, the hard drive will always keep the most recent 2 months of footage. You can also program your app or box to only record when the cameras detect movement - this would actually give you even more than a year of surveillance footage. On the PC, app, or box itself, you can access the footage down to the date/hour/minute you need to see.

[@reformedcraftsman3373]

@@PianoManPaul Thanks brother that's incredibly helpful. I think we'll go ahead and order.

[@timwindsor03]

Awesome review TV BOX STOP. Much appreciated. Keep the reviews coming. Love this channel. Hope you have an awesome weekend

[@orac229]

You did not mention any options like motion detect, privacy blocks, scheduled record, play back options like search, play back speeds etc, or does it not have any of these? I did not see any alarm output options to connect to an alarm system. Otherwise another good video :)

[@tvboxstop]

Yes Orac I hear you. I am not an true expert at doing security cameras views. This was a sponsored video so I tried my best. Sorry for the extra missing parts I may have left out. It does have playback speed up to 32x, and playback search. I don't see an option for connecting to alarm system, and the other features mentioned.

[@orac229]

@@tvboxstop Hi Nick, I think I have upset or pissed you off. If so I am sorry. I am here because I greatly enjoy your videos, not to pick fault with them. :)

[@tvboxstop]

I am not upset, more of embarrassed when a subscriber points out things that I should have had in the video. However, this was a one-off first-time video, I don't think I will be doing much of these.

[@truepanda6]

Do the cameras outside need to be wired? Or it's genuinely wireless!

[@tvboxstop]

These cameras transmit footage 100% wirelessly. But!!! you have to give each camera power with their adapter. So you will have to wire a power socket close by, to give each camera power.

[@michellewilliams4217]

Why does my cameras go out (black screen) everyday??? I have these exact ones and everyday I have to unplug then replug them back up to work???? Help!!!

[@tvboxstop]

I have been using mines since making this video back in 2019 and the only issue I ever had was one camera dropping off and reconnecting on its own. When I troubleshoot four problems it was the plug that needed cleaning from coal contacts. I have not had the problem with all cameras are dropping off everyday, that tells me they could be a problem with the DVR or the power adapter supplying power to the DVR. What can happen is that true lightning storms or power outages sometimes the power adapter can get a partially damaged and the DVR sometimes loses power. When it happens the monitor will go blank. If the cameras are dropping off you would see that NVR local but not a blank screen. So as an experiment change the location of the plug and monitor for power loss. Another thing you can do is you can take the adapter to your electronic store and ask if there is a universal adapter you can use in case the one it came with got partially damaged.

[@kellyhunt483]

Great video - I have had 8 camera's for 2.5 years BUT now it's saying storage is full and it will not record. Any idea why? It's supposed to override itself. The manual doesn't help. I don't think Firstrend is in business anymore, their phone number is disconnected & my email bounced back. Any help is appreciated.

[@tvboxstop]

Do a factory reset as well as format or the hard drive

[@Hicaldo]

If the lights go out, will you have to disconnect the system and reboot physically?

[@tvboxstop]

No everything is automated. It will reboot and connect once power returns.

[@ronaldtreitner1460]

why does everyone skip connecting it, how am i supposed to connect this to my network? my pc and router are in one room, tv is in another. pc moniter only has cables to direct plug into pc desktop, so can i just plug this into router to view, or do i need to figure out how to run a long ass cable all the way to my tv for this to work

[@tvboxstop]

Because it is straightforward. Simply plug in you LAN cable and that's it

[@JayHarrisonGoogle]

Can you connect the NVR/DVR to internet via WiFi, or does it have to be CAT5 connected?

[@tvboxstop]

No the system uses its own built-in wireless signal it uses, totally independent from the internet and no cat5 cable needed. Internet is only required to plug in via LAN to the back of the DVR so you can access the DVR with your mobile phone. the LAN port on the camera itself is for programming additional cam to the DVR or for programming a replacement cam.

[@gtamediaproductions1]

Can you check the cameras live feed from anywhere while using data or wifi from any location? Like from work or a friends place or if I am at a park or anywhere?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes of course you can once you have data on your mobile and using the recommend app. There is also a way to check it on a PC. The feed is also very clean once your home network is above 30Mbps

[@yojimmy101]

this is a old video has the firmware had any updates to give you motion detected times or have it only record when it gets movement?

[@tvboxstop]

No the firmware has not been updated. Even with a firmware update the cameras themselves do not have a PTZ or autotracking feature.

[@maputoboer]

hi, good info, on this system, will it be possible to have a output to your 3 tv displays for general view with a computor screen for control at the DVR

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you need to use a 4 way HDMI splitter. easy

[@michtwn]

Great video. Can you view the cameras with a PC or Laptop?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you can using the ip address and login details

[@michtwn]

@@tvboxstop Thanks so much

[@vesical7952]

2 of mine went offline thoughts? The other 6 still work.

[@tvboxstop]

Once that happens it means the power adapters died switch out and troubleshoot to see if other power adapters work on them. Power adapters are readily available to purchase on Amazon as all carry the 12V and barrel plug type.

[@6969fingers]

My mouse doesn't show when i power on the system and we have tried 3 that work on puter but wont work on the tv. Any ideas. I seen a vid but the 3 things he said doesnt work. We can see the cameras are working but cant get into setup

[@tvboxstop]

I cannot say for sure what's the issue why it's not reading your mouse. You should contact the seller through tech support even though I heard that they have poor customer support. Your best bet may be to file a claim for replacement.

[@6969fingers]

Ok, tx. Lol, yes, support is bad

[@jonathanaviles9997]

The lan connection on the camera can I hook that up with A Poe injector instead of running power cords to each camera?

[@tvboxstop]

No the LAN port is for only programing it to the DVR. IF you purchase additional cameras, "it can take 8" that's how you add them to the DVR with the LAN port.

[@kathynguyen152]

What we can do if we see e message on the tivi screen says no storage available for recording?

[@tvboxstop]

It means that the hard drive on the inside is defective and needs replacing. So you purchase a new regular 2 TB laptop hard drive or SSD. Unscrew the bottom of NVR, replace the hard drive. Start up the NVR and it will ask you to format the new hard drive and that's it.

[@Gospeed777]

Do these need a string wifi signal like ring?

[@tvboxstop]

These cameras don't need Wi-Fi to work. They have their own wireless signal from the camera to the receiver that has nothing to do with your Internet service. The matter of fact this camera system can work without Internet. Internet is only needed for logging in by phone when you are away from your home. And by the way it has very good range without losing any quality.

[@2291adrian]

So even though they say wireless, you still have to connect wires to the camera in order to power them???

[@tvboxstop]

Only the power adapter. How do you want the cameras to work?

[@kasun2523]

You are an idiot

[@joelhaye4832]

@@kasun2523 I’m saying.... these people don’t think lol

[@Slaylyfe]

@@tvboxstop battery powered. With rechargeable connector

[@Slaylyfe]

@@joelhaye4832 I don’t think people think.

[@fordprefect6797]

Can I get a wide angle wireless camera that will work with this system?

[@tvboxstop]

It have to be the same brand and compatible with the DVR. I did check and there isn't any

[@roseorchid7981]

Hows the signal range of cameras, max distance from hard drive to camera? I may need a signal extender and can i use a normal wi fi range extender or is there one in particular that i need to buy?

[@tvboxstop]

No signal extended needed over 60 - 100 ft and signal is strong. And they also durable since making this video I have not taken them down since or had to change an adapter and we had many lightning storms and power outages and they hold up.

[@roseorchid7981]

@@tvboxstop oh wow! Thanks for the info! Im gonna have to buy one!

[@TamNguyen-ul3yt]

I just get it but I dont know how can i set up This it need the desk top ?

[@tvboxstop]

No it's already configured. you only need to follow the manual for the the IP mobile monitoring

[@christophersheffield1029]

@@tvboxstop I purchased this second hand from FB marketplace, I connected everything all cameras are powered up and I have no signal to tv from the HDMI cable. Tried two different TV's and multiple inputs. Is there something else I need to do to get this system to work. The NVR box has green power light illuminated.

[@tvboxstop]

The person who sold you this either sold you a busted system or the system was reset to factory defaults. So here is what you do. Using an Ethernet LAN Cable connect each camera one at a time, to the DVR and follow the steps in this video. It's for another brand but the unit is the same NVR DVR they are using. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIPFknitaqqcqpY If that does not work ten the DVR is busted and you were robbed.

[@roseorchid7981]

Can you buy extra cameras if you need it?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you can replace or add up to 8 cams. Connect them to the DVR via LAN cable and use the menu settings to program the new additional to it.

[@roseorchid7981]

@@tvboxstop cool. Does "channel" mean number of cameras? The one im looking at comes with 4. A security expert i talked to last week says its best to buy system with more cameras than you need. Hard Drive space. Os this true?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes channels stands for the number of cameras it can take. With this system you can upgrade to any size hard-drive or SSD you want. just install it and select format hard-drive in the settings area.

[@roseorchid7981]

@@tvboxstop greatly appreciated. Sorry for all the stupid sounding questions.

[@tvboxstop]

🤣 They are not stupid questions

[@dangonzalo4039]

What is the name of the app for remote viewing from your phone?

[@tvboxstop]

Here it is - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.specialyg.ippro&hl=en

[@angelaevans2832]

What is the other cord for? Audio?

[@tvboxstop]

Programing the camera to the DVR. Let's say one is broken and you purchased a replacement, you connect it to the DVR via LAN cable and it will sync with the DVR.

[@bobwire1957]

Is wifi a must for these to work

[@tvboxstop]

They don't work with WiFi, you need an Ethernet LAN cable connected to the DVR only to view it on your mobile phone that's it. The cameras and the DVR have their own wireless connection and work without the need for internet.

[@bobwire1957]

@@tvboxstop Thank you over much that's exactly what I needed to know.

[@Lokitah_RD809]

Hello how I take off the sound I can still heard people noise

[@tvboxstop]

tap on the screen to bring up each cam menu and on the popup options on the bottom in there you can disable audio

[@Fuelsilage]

What’s the app for my iPhone to connect to cameras?

[@tvboxstop]

IP PRO by Wu Peilin. Sorry for the wrong app

[@sencill092]

@@tvboxstop Didnt work for me. keeps telling me my user is incorrect which is not because its the same user and pass i am using on eseecloud

[@tvboxstop]

@@sencill092 Sorry bro I posted the wrong app it's IP Pro by Wu Peilin

[@sencill092]

TV Box Stop Have Anything for Windows & Mac?

[@tvboxstop]

Nothing only Android app

[@tylnvm]

how can you hear the audio i am having trouble

[@tvboxstop]

There is no audio in this system, I tried many times

[@bridawg24]

I see this has an HDMI connection. Can I monitor on my TV?

[@tvboxstop]

yes that's how I do it, and split to 2 other monitors also in other rooms

[@bennygnay9365]

how could i record with audio?

[@tvboxstop]

It's doesn't have that feature, I tried many times.

[@kari-yj4nt]

how can you delete old footage??

[@tvboxstop]

Right click mouse. System Setup General Setup HDD setup Select hard drive from list and click format. ( all footage erased) Under auto erase select custom to change the number of days before old footage is deleted. Save and exit menu.

[@JediFergy]

I got four cameras up, and got another four to add to the system but having issues connecting to my base? The cameras are on but no being recognized via video manage

[@tvboxstop]

I am not 100% sure but I believe to have to connect each additional camera to the LAN port using a LAN cable to program it first. Contact Firstrend I read they have good support.

[@JediFergy]

TV Box Stop Okay, Thank you.

[@itsbosun]

@@JediFergy did that work for you?

[@JackieThurber]

I never got it to boot up

[@tvboxstop]

I hope that you can return it and get a refund.

[@patrickcadette]

😁😁😁👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@lynnziegra2103]

Dont connect unless the main box and camera are in the same room🤬

[@tvboxstop]

I can't in any way what's causing your issue. However, since creating this video I still have these cameras up and they are nowhere close to my DVR. One is even 10m away behind two walls outside. Furthermore, my father purchased the same unit and his house is even bigger than mines and it works without any kind of distortion. So I'm not saying you are not having issues I just don't know what is causing your issue with the transmission.

[@jorgelara6528]

Having the same issue did you find a way to fix it ?

[@renelachance]

Français

[@tvboxstop]

Je suis désolé mais lorsque j'ai réalisé cette vidéo, je n'ai pas commencé à faire des sous-titres multilingues. Je n'ai donc pas la transcription originale que je peux télécharger dans le backend et traduire en français. Si j'utilise la fonction de traduction automatique, il y aura de nombreuses erreurs de grammaire et d'orthographe.

[@Lokitah_RD809]

Or talking

[@tvboxstop]

The settings are right there for each camera using the most click on your camera or right-click the benefits menu and disable audio

[@DM-sg3cj]

Crap review save your time.

[@tvboxstop]

OK bro. These work great though never failed me. I tried with the video, maybe it didn't appeal to you.

[@firstrendsecuritysystem572]

Hi Sir, may I know if you have meet some problems when using our product? If so, please feel free to contact us. We would definately help you out.