How to Configure Remote Monitoring on Hikvision NVRs151

Hikvision Network Video Recorders (NVRs) are powerful devices that allow you to record and manage video footage from IP cameras. One of the key features of Hikvision NVRs is their ability to be monitored remotely, allowing you to access your cameras and footage from anywhere with an internet connection.

In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to set up remote monitoring on your Hikvision NVR. We will cover the following topics:
Creating a DDNS account
Port forwarding
Configuring the NVR for remote access
Testing your remote access

1. Creating a DDNS Account

A DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) account is a service that allows you to assign a permanent domain name to your NVR's IP address. This is necessary because your NVR's IP address may change over time, but the domain name will always remain the same.

To create a DDNS account, you will need to visit the website of a DDNS provider, such as No-IP or Dyn. Once you have created an account, you will need to add a new hostname. The hostname is the name that you will use to access your NVR remotely.

2. Port Forwarding

Port forwarding is a process of allowing specific ports on your router to be accessed from the internet. This is necessary because the NVR's web interface and remote monitoring features use specific ports that need to be opened.

To set up port forwarding, you will need to log in to your router's web interface. The steps for doing this will vary depending on the make and model of your router. Once you are logged in, you will need to find the port forwarding section and create a new rule.

The following table shows the default ports that are used by Hikvision NVRs:| Port | Service |
|---|---|
| 80 | Web interface |
| 554 | RTSP |
| 8000 | iVMS-4200 client |

You will need to forward these ports to the local IP address of your NVR.

3. Configuring the NVR for Remote Access

Once you have created a DDNS account and set up port forwarding, you will need to configure the NVR for remote access.

To do this, you will need to log in to the NVR's web interface. The default username and password is admin.

Once you are logged in, you will need to navigate to the Network > Basic Settings page. On this page, you will need to enable the following settings:* HTTP Port: This is the port that will be used to access the NVR's web interface remotely.
* RTSP Port: This is the port that will be used to access the NVR's RTSP stream remotely.
* Enable DDNS: This will enable the NVR to use the DDNS account that you created.
* DDNS Server: This is the address of the DDNS server.
* Hostname: This is the hostname that you created when you created your DDNS account.

Once you have configured these settings, click the Save button.

4. Testing Your Remote Access

Once you have configured the NVR for remote access, you can test it by accessing the NVR's web interface from a remote location.

To do this, you will need to open a web browser and enter the following URL:```
..com:
```

For example, if your hostname is mynvr and your DDNS provider is No-IP, the URL would be:```
:80
```

You will then be prompted to enter the NVR's username and password.

2024-10-20

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