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Cloud camera recording FAQ

From connecting a camera to sharing a recording, find answers to the questions that come up along the way.

Camera and connection

What is RTSP?

It is a protocol used to connect to a camera’s video stream. The panel connects using the camera’s IP address, port, stream path and credentials.

Can I connect using a local IP address?

An IP address used only on a local network is not enough for a direct cloud connection. You need a public IP and network access. Contact your internet provider about CGNAT, and prepare access settings with your network administrator.

What happens if the internet goes down?

Transferring footage from the camera to the cloud depends on the connection. New cloud recordings may not be created during an outage. Previously stored footage remains accessible within its retention period from another location with internet access.

Recording and retention

Are the recording schedule and retention period the same?

No. The schedule determines which hours are recorded. Retention determines how long footage that reaches the cloud is kept, and is tied to the camera’s licence.

Can I record only at certain hours?

Yes. Choose the hours in the camera’s recording schedule. Check its time zone when changing the schedule. You can review recording status in the history view.

How do I find older footage?

Choose a camera and a day in the player’s calendar, then use the timeline. Available footage is limited to periods that were recorded and remain within retention.

Can I save recordings to my computer?

Yes. Select a recording in the panel and prepare a download file. Track its preparation in Downloads, then download it when it is ready.

Team and sharing

Can my colleagues use the system?

An organisation administrator can invite users. Administrators and standard users have different permissions. Organisation users can see its cameras; do not assume visibility is restricted per camera.

Can every user purchase licences?

No. Only organisation administrators can purchase licences. Standard users use suitable existing licences when adding cameras.

Can I change sharing access later?

You can manage link access in the sharing settings. Changing access does not remove a file that a recipient has already downloaded to their device.