HeimVision HM241 Camera Kit Upgrade 2020

[@ruthenerson2106]

This is by far the best video I've watched regarding this camera. This guy isn't trying to be a comedian, he actually is giving me the information I've been needing. I'm not a computer geek but I wanted a security camera system that was affordable. My dilemma was trying to program the record times and playback. He was very explicit which I really appreciated.

[@vickietrigerous2608]

I need help please

[@joannpriepke7938]

Security systems explained for dummies, which I am. Thank God my son is a computer wizard.

[@solisapaul]

Just takes a little patience is all. Glad your son was there to help. Thanks for watching.

[@olmedoacosta]

Excellent video. I have a question… How do i add audio to my HM-241 ?

[@solisapaul]

Unfortunately, this model of camera HM-241 does not come with audio feature. The only way would be to upgrade the security cameras that do have audio recording. Hope this helps stay safe and sound.👍🏽✌🏽

[@rogerdodger2062]

Thanks for the video. Just set up this system today and had figured out most of the menus, you were a big help! I still have to set up the phone app and may have to get a younger person to help me with that. Only had one problem and it turned out to be the monitor/tv I was using. The logo Heimvision would display at start up but the cameras video never appeared. HDMI to my computer monitor worked great. Go figure. Just wanted to mention in case anyone watching your video had that problem too. Appreciate your efforts in keeping America great!

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching Glad you enjoyed the video. Truly is a good camera security system for the price and quality.

[@jpthsd]

do you have any interferences with your main wifi network?

[@solisapaul]

jpthsd Thanks for watching, haven’t had any interferences with home WiFi. Hope this helps.

[@BelgraveHenderson]

Nice video. Does this system have a app. Or must everything be done with the mouse and hdmi device.

[@solisapaul]

There is an app for it called EseeCloud on the App Store I believe android should have it as well. Simply creat and account via email and use the ID number given to you on the HM241 initial setup.👍🏼✌🏼

[@davidcastaneda1992]

Great video! Just picked one of these on prime day. Are the cameras able to be powered through a LAN switch and Ethernet cable? Also, if you want to add additional cameras, do you know where to get them ? (w/sound if possible)?

[@solisapaul]

I will include the home vision link for additional cameras however with this particular model unfortunately audio is not available hope this helps and thanks for watching👍🏼✌🏼 www.heimvision.com/collections/security-camera-category

[@daverubin715]

This was a very informative video... Thank you! My only question, do these cameras need to be mounted or can they sit on a shelf?

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching, normally they are setup to be mounted on a wall , however if you so wish it is very possible to mount them upright on a shelf with a little modification like a wooden base to screw them on and to help stand them upright. 👍🏽✌🏽

[@Kamoi69]

Thank you so much as this is the best video I've watched regarding this home security!

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed.

[@samsen3965]

Great job in explaining the system in detail. As always. Looks neat and decent. Only is the NVR compatible with third party cameras, say Lorex or even the cheaper ip cameras s.a. foscam, Yi or Wyze cam and vise versa, does these cameras work with third party software and app, say "TinyCam" ? If so would the PTZ on this work with them? Additionally, are you able to manually port forward the cameras and set up the WAN as you need? I assume, this working on your LAN (If so chosen) should not take much bandwidth from your internet, especially if you happened to have a lower band width, to start. Good job.

[@solisapaul]

Sam Sen Thanks for watching, unfortunately the cameras that will work properly with the HM241 our HeimVision models. As for cross platform apps there are two listed for iOS not sure about android the two are Heimlife and Heimkits I use Heimkits and have had no issues thus far. Finally yes you can port configure each additional new camera via Ethernet port on NVR unit, the unit itself has its own built in WiFi with each additional camera acting as a WiFi extender for greater range away from NVR thus helping your band usage should you decide to attach to your existing internet connection. The main purpose for using the NVR with your pre-existing Internet connection via home router is for the ability to track incidences via remote from your cell phone app. Hope this helps answer your questions and thanks for watching👍🏼✌🏼

[@christopherflower4435]

I have had this system in place for half a year and it works well. I've just added a fifth camera which works fine and shows on the monitor live feed, but I can't get it to record on the hard drive. I can only record four cameras at one time, it seems. How do I get the fifth one to record please?

[@bright1864]

What is a substitute recorder could you use if the original recorder stops working.

[@alexjubea6924]

Hello! Thanks for the great video! Looking to buy this security camera kit. One question, can this kit be connected to internet via WIFI hot spot? I don't have a regular modem with LAN port, WIFI only....Thank you!

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching unfortunately, it will require connection via ethernet port (LAN Cable” for network connection via PC and Mobile.. The wireless cameras are paired with the NVR system at manufacturing site. Just power on and serve yourself with 24/7 surveillance. Network is only required for remote access to cameras.

[@dianatorres2779]

Hi ! I have already my cameras but i buy another 4 and i want to add with the same heimvision that I have how can i do that?

[@jeffreymartin2404]

1 question. Once you hook up all your cables. If I want to put cameras on the outside of the house and certain rooms in the house then what do I need to do far as longer cables to reach to each room?? Please explain..

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching keep in mind you have both the option of doing hardwired to each camera or the fact that they have built-in Wi-Fi antennas therefore no cables are needed other than the power cable? If you still feel the need to do hardwired(cabled)then you can probably purchase a inline RJ45 Coupler so that you can extend the length of the data cable from the camera to the HM241. I hope this answers your question. Stay safe👍🏽✌🏽

[@Ati930804]

Hello ! What is the firmware version of the NVR ? And also what is the name of it ? Did you get the same as me ? I have the K8208-3WS NVR with 3.2.0. 0m version. I have the same camera system and i think i have the most recent firmware version which has a lot of bugs, i want to downgrade to your NVR firmware version. Thanks in advance.

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching my software version is 2.8.7.0 22D22830 and my model is K8208-W. I hope this helps I am very happy with this NVR still working great with no issues. Stay safe and sound.

[@Anxiez]

Is it weird that to connect your email, you need to input your email's password? Or am I just weird thinking that's weird?

[@solisapaul]

Anxiez thanks for watching, it does seem uncomfortable. The email is mainly for advertising and news updates. I didn’t input mine. 👍🏼

[@eduardoe.2581]

I am having trouble viewing my HM241 software. When I connect it to the TV, the initial welcome screen appears and then the image disappears, in a 4K TV it tells me to lower the resolution of the connected external equipment, in a 720p TV the image does not disappear and I cannot access the software, I was able to connect it using NETWORK LAN and the Mobile App but I have not been able to access the internal system of the NVR. You can help?

[@ddooley1588]

There is only 1 USB port on the back. How do you use the mouse and plug in a flash drive for file transfer? Also camera connection has eithernet. But where do you plug those into?

[@solisapaul]

Each Camera can be connected directly to the HM241 Ethernet port using a patch cable for new IP configuration purposes for a new or replacement camera and for the USB issue simply plug a USB multi port and plug both your mouse as well as USB Dongle. Hope this helps.👍🏼✌🏼

[@garyp1930]

whats a good harddrive to buy

[@warhorse1956]

Does this system have to be hooked up to the router/wifi? I don't need remote access.

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching. No it has its own wifi connection within the NVR unit, the cameras are already pre set, just plug and play.

[@warhorse1956]

@@solisapaul Thank you for the reply. I found that out after installing the system yesterday. I think the wifi helps with auto setting up date and time, but it runs just fine unplugged. Thanks again.

[@ghostking0019]

Have found a way to connect to WiFi instead of using a LAN connection? And thank you for making this video it's awesome

[@solisapaul]

John Sigler Thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@JM-zv4uo]

@@solisapaul have you?

[@19093423]

How to get it wired . Seems like it doesn’t have any LAN port .Do we need to use unmanaged switch and connect to Ethernet port ? Thanks for the help

[@solisapaul]

Hello and thanks for watching, just use the LAN port and connect to your router. This will connect the HM241 to your network. To access the HM241 you. Have two options 1, Mobile device using EseeCloud App (Minimal Features) 2. HDMI direct to your TV or Video source (Full Setting Access). There is one other option its in the documents and that is using there web site. I’ve never used that so I couldn’t say how that works, I’m sure it uses your IP, to be safe I would just use the first two. That’s just my personal preference . Hope this helps.👍🏽

[@19093423]

@@solisapaulThanks for the details response , have a nice day

[@dunedad1]

When setting up recordings what does the setting "alarms" do? In other words what alarms are triggering recordings? Are these different to the alarms that you get if there are errors as you described under General Setup/Error Setup?

[@solisapaul]

dunedad1 Thanks for watching, Yes you are correct these alarms are different from (Alarm Errors) unfortunately this NVR model does have the feature for Alarm Record in the OS (Operating System)but, it requires an external device and unfortunately this model doesn’t support it. Hope this helps.

[@dunedad1]

@@solisapaul Yes, It 's a help, thanks. I wasn't sure why I needed to set up alarm recording as you did in your video, and after referring to the manual I did read that this NVR doesn't support the alarm recording without an external device, what ever that is. Thanks again for the video it was a big help for my initial setup.

[@christopherluna105]

I have a question I have install my camera but using all the speed of my wifi how can I minimized that.

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching, you have two options that I know of, 1. You can disable 1 or 2 cameras if possible and not really needed 2. The HM241 has its own built in WiFi you can just use its Wifi, the only difference is not using your home WiFi will not allow you to notifications on your mobile while your away. The only other solution that comes to mind is refreshing your WiFi settings on your router to clear any congestion on 2.4 and 5 hz band and perhaps drop other WiFi devices around the house. Not sure who your provider is bit mines at@t and I have the 1gb data speeds and my house uses several WiFi devices on a daily bases. Hope this helps, and please stay safe.👍🏽✌🏽

[@Toe_Knee_Silva]

Awesome video 👍 How is everything holding up? Are you still satisfied with the system? Thanks again!

[@solisapaul]

The NVR is still working great we had some heavy rain and hail a couple of days ago and no issues what so ever. Great little NVR unit in my opinion. Thanks for watching!

[@Toe_Knee_Silva]

@@solisapaul Glad to hear, I think I might just grab this set. Thanks again!

[@thecardis_]

Hello, how can I reset data from the hm241/hm241a camera and where is the reset button?

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching and I’m sorry for the late reply there’s no need to reset anything on the cameras you simply do that by logging into the HM241 unit and performing a format on the drive to delete all recorded video or you can actually adjust it to do so at specific day intervals. All the camera does is send the video captures to the HM241 it doesn’t store video within the camera. One more thing you can also specify on the calendar within the HM241 what days and times of the recording it is you wish to delete or record. Hope this helps stay safe and sound👍🏽✌🏽

[@lorrainegraham2050]

So do the cameras has to always have to powered plugged in. We can’t use WiFi connect right.

[@schrankm]

They need to be connected to an outlet. The video transmission is the wireless portion.

[@schrankm]

What would trigger a camera alarm and what is the actual alarm?

[@solisapaul]

The alarm can be triggered by cars passing by, cats, dogs, birds etc.. the alarm can either be sent via mobile device or from the NVR miniature speaker that will buzz, this can become annoying due to false negatives. Depends on how you set it up. Hope this helps.

[@jpthsd]

can I join the wifi to my SSID and turn off wifi on NVR? So technically saying the NVR will find the wifi camera via my existing LAN instead its own wifi. I guess wifi camera is hardcoded to the NVR wifi system..?

[@joelrodriguez1370]

Great information

[@solisapaul]

Glad to hear you enjoyed thanks for watching. Stay safe👍🏽✌🏽

[@candyfabulous909]

does the camera is built in PTZ

[@slatrida24]

I just bought this system yesterday. How long should I charge them before installing? Thanks!

[@solisapaul]

SLATR 24 Thanks for watching the cameras are plug and play meaning no need to charge. Hope you enjoy your new home security surveillance kit. 👍🏼

[@slatrida24]

@@solisapaul does that mean they have to be plugged into power to work? My problem yesterday was every time I unplug the power source I would lose video feed to that camera.

[@slatrida24]

@@solisapaul also thank you so much for responding!Your video is the most informative video I could find and I went through a lot of them.

[@solisapaul]

SLATR 24 The cameras being unplugged for whatever reason will lose video footage , once reconnected to power it will take about half a minute for video to reinitialize on the NVR, if not simply power cycle the NVR once all cameras have power.

[@slatrida24]

@@solisapaul my wife ordered this system she had me thinking it was completely wireless power too. I was even asking, well how does it get power? Anyways I got one camera completely installed and working. 3 more to go. Also I feel so very stupid for asking about the power cord. With that said you had the most informative video and thank you for all of your help.

[@marieschult4813]

What brand hard drive goes with this system. I know 3.5 SATA, but is it a 1TB, 2 TB, best brand, etc.

[@solisapaul]

Marie Schult Thanks for watching, A 1 TB SATA hard drive would be more than sufficient. As for brands you can’t go wrong with a western digital or barracuda hard drive. Hope this information helps.

[@manriquez30088]

I bought a 2TB western digital how many days of recording will I have with that capacity?

[@solisapaul]

manriquez30088 Thanks for watching, A 1 TB hard drive will give you approximately 43 days of recording so in this case since you’ve gotten a 2 TB you’re looking at approximately 86 days of recording keep in mind though under the NVR settings you can adjust it to where it will override the hard drive and continue from scratch for continuous recording hope this information helps.👍🏼

[@Partsnotshown]

I tried two different hard drives and it says not found

[@rustnation2651]

Hi I'm having trouble how did you install all the power cables?

[@gmcinnis6304]

got to figure that out on ur own. drill holes... figure out where u want the cameras... and where there is power plug in... can get extension power cables of various lengths off E bay and splitters... 8 into 1 power splitter... 4 into 1 power... 2 into 1... and other power supplies as can prolly run 2 cameras off one power supply that the 2 cameras are close to the electrical power plug in/ extension cord. that is the trick... that tkaes some thinking. where do i want the camera... where is the nearest electrical pllug in.. inside out of the weather and the wires run high enuf so they cant be cut as no power= no camera so it has to be high enuf they cant do something to the camera or the power supply.

[@yiangli]

I am wondering if i could do hard wiring for power?

[@joeydelmarsjr.646]

lol power IS hard wired it always is

[@mariab9845]

does this thing have audio, because it says nothing about audio in the pamphlet .

[@solisapaul]

No audio unfortunately. Thanks for watching.

[@dretrunkslumpdrizzah]

How long are the power cables for the cameras ?

[@solisapaul]

Dre TrunkSlump Drizzah Thanks for watching the power cable for the cameras are around 6 ft. You’ll need to consider your power source for good measure or you can always run an extension cord. Hope this helps.

[@raygu1818]

Do they withstand inclement weather?

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching so far they have they’ve experienced extreme heat being here in Texas as well as rain and hail, so far so good👍🏽✌🏽

[@seanshah8342]

Holding up for over a year in michigan winter

[@gmcinnis6304]

still be nice if under the overhang OUT OF THE DIRECT RAIN/snow/ice/sun/ as electrical things dont like the weather that much. i get E bay LED FLOOD lights... they DO NOT last long OUT IN THE WEATHER... they last... 2 years if under cover... NOT 500,000 hours or whatever the box sais they last... i doubt they last 5000 hours. even less if left out IN THE WEATHER.

[@rere357]

Do you put the Ethernet cord into WiFi box

[@solisapaul]

Empress Reka Chat Thanks for watching, for Ethernet connection, you are correct. The LAN cable (RJ45) will connect to the back of the NVR unit. 👍🏼

[@arianalopez6555]

Hi quick questio. Does is have 2 way audio

[@solisapaul]

Ariana Lopez thanks for watching unfortunately this camera setup does not have audio, although you can substitute with alternate cameras that will offer audio and PTZ features. Just keep in mind the products will need to be from the Heimvision manufacture.👍🏼✌🏼

[@arianalopez6555]

@@solisapaul do you know with which camera its compatible

[@solisapaul]

Ariana Lopez The only other compatible cameras with two way audio are the following products such as HMD2, HM211, HM203, HM205 and HM302 are two-way audio supported. These cameras however will not need the HM241 unit to work they are self standing. www.Heimvision.com hope this info helps 👍🏼✌🏼

[@markmattison983]

How did you set it up to get alerts through your phone?

[@solisapaul]

There is an app on Apple store called Heimkits, not sure if its on android Google Play Store. Once you download it you will need to create an account and once you logged in you will be asked for your unique cloud ID that can be found within the NVR software that will link your cameras live feed to your phone. Keep in mind this only works if you connect your NVR to your existing Home WIFI. The app needs your home WIFI for (Away from home Connection). Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@alexismcfadden4649]

CASP72 ••••how do I set up my internet on it

[@solisapaul]

@@alexismcfadden4649 Simply attach the supplied RJ45 LAN cable to your existing router via Ethernet port and establish connection. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@justme-pi3lh]

Still working good?

[@solisapaul]

just me Thanks for watching, unit is working as good as the day I installed it. Very satisfied with the quality and price.👍🏼✌🏼

[@justme-pi3lh]

@@solisapaul Thank you for the prompt reply. I just placed my order for the HM241, SSD, and a 2 pk of camera power cord extensions. I had been debating on 2 different systems and hesitant because of the 7% of really bad reviews. your video and response gave me assurance to buy this one. Thank you

[@solisapaul]

just me Your welcome, installation will be easy not very complicated and with the Esee Cloud app for remote alerts and viewing via home WiFi connection you’ll be able to monitor on the go.👍🏼

[@kmagnussen1052]

What video file format is stored?

[@solisapaul]

K Magnussen Thanks for watching Videos are recorded with H.265 video codec and PCM ALAW audio although as far as I know there’s no audio (mo microphone inside the camera).👍🏼

[@samueldorcin1593]

I bought 2 non of them work

[@ausieman]

Useless, why don't they put 2 usb ports on these cheap NVR's you need 2, one for your mouse and 1 to get any video onto a flash drive.

[@solisapaul]

Thanks for watching have you considered a multi port USB dongle therefore you have the ability to connect a keyboard and mouse as well as your USB drive for back up video? Hope this helped stay safe out there.👍🏽✌🏽

[@gmcinnis6304]

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[@MiguelAdrianDiaz]

How long is the wifi signal from the NVR?

[@solisapaul]

Adrian Diaz Thanks for watching,My cameras are set around my entire house ranging from 15 feet 20 feet to 50 feet keep in mind the cameras act as a daisy chain for stretching the Wi-Fi signal. Hope this helps👍🏼✌🏼