iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for PC
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What's New
| Version | 1.7.6 |
| Size | 32.4 MB |
| What's New | PTZ controls fixed for pan tilt zoom cameras. PTZ controls work for analog CCTV, AHD, and HD-TVI type cameras. Also added PTZ preset controls. Users can jump to any preset PTZ location inside the app now! |
Running iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App on a desktop or laptop keeps your surveillance feeds and recordings accessible without tying you to a phone screen. The app connects to iDVR-PRO security DVRs from CCTV Camera Pros, giving you live camera streams and playback of recorded footage from a stationary workspace. You can monitor multiple camera channels simultaneously, each configured for standard analog or HD video, and pull up event logs triggered by motion or external sensors: all while keeping other work windows open beside your viewer.
iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for Windows PC bridges your DVR hardware to remote monitoring with tools built for both live surveillance and forensic playback. When you're reviewing a specific time window or hunting for a motion-detection event, the desktop environment lets you search systematically without the phone's constraints.
Connecting Your DVR from the Desktop
The app pairs exclusively with iDVR-PRO models from CCTV Camera Pros: iDVR-PRO8, iDVR-PRO16, and other compatible units in that line. Once you enter your DVR's registration details on your computer, you gain access to live streams from all configured channels. Each channel can run its own video standard: analog CCTV, AHD at 720p or 1080p, or HD-TVI at matching resolutions. A keyboard and full-size monitor let you switch between channels and adjust settings more fluidly than on a handheld device, and your login persists on that machine across sessions.
Searching and Playing Back Recordings
iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for computer offers two pathways to stored footage. The first is a date-and-time search: you pick a specific moment, and the app pulls video from the DVR's hard drive. The second digs into the DVR's event log, surfacing only clips tied to motion detection, PIR sensors, or magnetic door and window triggers. On a desktop, you can type dates faster and read smaller details in the playback timeline without zooming.
Audio Surveillance and Multi-Channel Setup
The latest app version supports remote audio listening through compatible CCTV microphones connected to the DVR's RCA inputs. You can select among multiple mics in the app, turning your computer into a Professional remote DVR station. This feature, combined with the option to monitor many camera channels at once from one screen, makes the desktop an effective command post for property oversight or live event response.
Local and Remote Access Workflow
You can pull footage two ways: over your local network when physically on-site, or remotely via the Internet using Wi-Fi or cellular data. Running the app on a stationary PC which lets you leave it monitoring during your workday, glancing over at the window while handling other tasks. The persistent desktop login avoids repeated sign-ins, and your browser or system can remain online without phone battery drain, making Dashcam DVR management or continuous property surveillance more feasible from a fixed workspace.
How to Download and Install iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for PC or MAC:
Select an Android emulator: There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.
Compatibility: Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.
For example, BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.
Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.
- Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
- Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
- You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for PC.
You can follow above instructions to install iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for PC with any of the Android emulators available.
Download iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App
iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App for PC
FAQ
What DVR models work with this app?
iDVR-PRO Viewer: CCTV DVR App is designed exclusively for iDVR-PRO units from CCTV Camera Pros, including iDVR-PRO8 and iDVR-PRO16 models. It will not function with other DVR brands or models.
Can I view live cameras and recorded footage from the same app?
Yes. The app lets you stream live camera feeds in real time and separately search the DVR's hard drive for recorded video by date, time, or logged events such as motion detection or sensor triggers.
Do I need to be on my home network to access recordings?
No. You can access footage both locally (on the same network as the DVR) and remotely over the Internet, using either Wi-Fi or cellular connections.
Does the app support audio monitoring?
Yes, the latest version includes remote audio surveillance. You can connect a compatible CCTV microphone to your DVR and listen through the app, with the option to select between multiple microphones if installed.
What video resolutions are supported?
The app supports standard analog CCTV cameras as well as HD formats. AHD and HD-TVI cameras can stream at 720p or 1080p, depending on your DVR configuration and camera model.
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