Smart Detection Alarms enhance home security by using advanced sensors and algorithms to detect unusual activity. This guide will help you set up and optimize your system for maximum protection.
Applies to: Which Camera Supports Smart Detection
Table of Contents
1. What is Smart Detection Alert
2. When to use Smart Detection Alert
3. Smart Detection Alert General Guide
4. Notes of Smart Detection Alert
1. What is Smart Detection Alert
2. When to use Smart Detection Alert
To receive alerts for only specific types of events, you can configure the alert schedule accordingly. If you notice that the recordings have a circle icon or you frequently receive push notifications/emails that only show "Motion Alert," you can reduce false alarms by setting up alerts for only smart detection events.
3. Smart Detection Alert General Guide
Below provides an overview of configuring smart detection alerts for your camera system via different software. Learn how to set up and customize alerts for various detection types to enhance security and reduce false alarms.
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via Reolink App
Step 1. Tap the settings button in the top-right corner to access the camera's settings page. Here, you'll find various alarm functions, including Camera Recording, Push Notifications, Email Alerts, FTP, Siren, and Linked Devices. The specific alert types available are determined by the model of the device, so the options displayed may vary slightly between different models.
Step 2. Tap on one of the alarm functions, such as Camera Recording, enable this function to enter the Schedule page. Here, under the Alarm Schedule section, you'll find various alert types available for configuration. Check the alert types you want to enable. If you want the camera to record every day, enable 24/7 so that all the cells turn blue. If you prefer to camera record only during specific times or days, you can customize the schedule according to your needs.
Similarly, you can configure alert schedules for other functions, such as Push notifications, email alerts, FTP, etc. in the same way.
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via Reolink Client
Step 1. Tap the camera settings button to access the camera's settings page. Here, you'll find various alarm functions, including Record, Email, FTP, Siren, Push. The specific alert types available are determined by the model of the device, so the options displayed may vary slightly between different models.
Step 2. Tap on one of the alarm functions, such as Record, enable this function to enter the Schedule page. Here, under the Alarm Schedule section, you'll find various alert types available for configuration. Check the alert types you want to enable. If you want the camera to record every day, enable 24/7 so that all the cells turn blue. If you prefer to camera record only during specific times or days, you can customize the schedule according to your needs.
Similarly, you can configure alert schedules for other functions, such as Push, Email, etc. in the same way.
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via Reolink Web browser
Step 1. Tap the camera settings button to access the camera's settings page. Here, you'll find various alarm functions, including Record, Email, FTP, Siren, Push. The specific alert types available are determined by the model of the device, so the options displayed may vary slightly between different models.
Step 2. Tap on one of the alarm functions, such as Record, enable this function to enter the Schedule page. Here, under the Alarm Schedule section, you'll find various alert types available for configuration. Check the alert types you want to enable. If you want the camera to record every day, enable 24/7 so that all the cells turn blue. If you prefer to camera record only during specific times or days, you can customize the schedule according to your needs.
Similarly, you can configure alert schedules for other functions, such as Push, Email, etc. in the same way.
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via Reolink NVR (new UI)
Step 1. Click the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner and select Surveillance. Choose the alarm function you want to configure; for example, select Record. Enable the Record function, then click on Daily Schedule under Record.
Step 2. At the top, choose the camera you want to configure and go to Alarm Schedule. Check the alert types you want to enable. If you want the camera to record every day, enable 24/7 so that all the cells turn blue. If you prefer to camera record only during specific times or days, you can customize the schedule according to your needs.
Similarly, you can configure alert schedules for other functions, such as Push notifications, email alerts, etc. in the same way.
4. Notes of Smart Detection Alert
1. For battery-powered cameras, they only have an Alarm schedule. Alerts other than smart detection types are labeled as "Others," whereas for plug-in cameras, they are labeled as "Any Motion."
2. Detection types may vary slightly between different models. For instance, the Battery Doorbell camera also supports additional detection types like "Visitor" and "Package". Reolink Client and web browser currently does not support configuring the "Package" alert type. You will need to set this up either in the App or on an NVR monitor (if available).
3. For cameras connected to the Home Hub: Be sure to configure the alert schedules directly within the camera’s settings interface, not the Home Hub’s settings. You can access the camera’s settings by clicking on the camera's settings icon.