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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Don't waste your time/money
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This device had allot of promise from just reading the specs. Nearly every aspect of this system is a disappointment. The worst part though was the pathetic night vision. I have cheap indoor IP cameras that have better night vision than this. The next worst part is the app to connect to the system. The suggested app called meshare is horrible. It's incapable of connecting to the cameras through LAN and instead connects to thier servers which connect to my home network. All of this is done through the internet so the lag renders it practically unusable. I don't understand why it can't just connect directly through my router. So I decided to use one of the other various other assortment of apps offered by zmodo. The zmodo app is essentially a clone of the meshare app, just a more crippled version. The zsight app was able to connect over the local network but it doesn't have the ability to remote view over the internet when away from home. Normally in a scenario like this I'll just use two different apps that offer different functionality, but for some reason none of the apps will allow you to login with more than one app. This means I would have to delete my camera setup with one app in order to set it up with another. This just seems like stupid app development to me. The third worst part is the speed of the interface. It's terribly slow to update the cameras and sometimes the picture just freezes. I have yet to successfully review footage on the thing, which was the point of the system in the first place. Please keep in mind that I am not new to ip cameras and have been using them for many years. This is the first time I have tried a surveillance camera system.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Zmodo
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Thank you for your review Abel. There are a few things that can contribute to the night vision not meeting your expectations. Make sure the cameras are angled downward so the IR lights have something to bounce off of and get light back to the camera . If the cameras are pointed parallel to the ground, the light is not able to return to the cameras to create an image. You can send us some screenshots of the nighttime image and we can see if there is an issue with the camera.
The Zmodo app is in beta testing and hasn't been recommended for general use at this time. The Zsight app is designed to let you access the cameras remotely, but the Meshare app is recommended for this system. You should be able to see the system on either app, just log into both apps with the same username and password.
The playback option will only work when your phone is connected to the same network as the system.
There are a few things that can contribute tot he video lagging.Please contact our support team to troubleshoot the camera's night vision and the video lagging issue at [email protected]. We are here to help!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy Setup save me a lot time
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I purchased this unit for my customer who didn't want to install network cables. It took me only 25 minus to install for him. Zmodo's app is so useful! I don't have to do any network configuration. You just have to use a 2.4Ghz B and G to connect. I used to spend over 5 hours to install other brands 4 camera system. You will save a lot money, Picture quality is also very good. if you are installer you should buy it, making $$$$$$
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Satisfied with this purchase.
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Pretty good price for wireless kit. Went with wireless so I wouldn't have to worry about putting any holes in ceilings, walls, etc to run wire back to the NVR. Was little nervous about getting set up, but all went fine. Did have one question during set up and was able to get someone at 217-903-5037 that answered it. Like the small sleek design of it.