How to Playback & Download CCTV Footage

Playback and Download Footage on Dahua DVR/NVR

Steps to Playback and Download Footage on Dahua DVR/NVR

  1. Access the Main Menu:
    • Right-click on the screen to bring up the context menu.
    • Select "Main Menu" from the options.
  2. Navigate to Playback:
    • In the Main Menu, click on "Search" or "Playback" to open the playback interface.
  3. Select Date and Time:
    • Use the calendar to choose the desired date.
    • Adjust the time to the specific period you wish to review.
  4. Choose Camera Channels:
    • Select the camera channels you want to view from the list.
  5. Start Playback:
    • Click on the "Play" button to begin viewing the selected footage.
  6. Download Footage:
    • While in playback mode, locate the "Download" or "Backup" option.
    • Select the desired video segment and follow the on-screen prompts to save it to a USB drive or external storage device.

For a visual demonstration, you can watch the following video:

Playback and Download Footage on the DMSS App

Steps to Playback and Download Footage on the DMSS App

  1. Open the DMSS App:
    • Launch the DMSS app on your smartphone.
  2. Access Playback:
    • Tap on the "Playback" icon, usually located at the bottom of the screen.
  3. Select Device and Channel:
    • Choose the device (e.g., NVR or DVR) and the specific camera channel you wish to review.
  4. Set Date and Time:
    • Use the calendar and time settings to specify the exact period for playback.
  5. Start Playback:
    • Tap on the "Play" button to begin viewing the footage.
  6. Download Footage:
    • During playback, tap on the "Scissors" icon to mark the start of the clip.
    • Tap the "Play" button to start recording.
    • Tap the "Stop" button to end the recording.
    • The saved clip will be available in the "Me" section under "My Files."

For a detailed walkthrough, refer to this guide:

How to download & save CCTV footage on Dahua DMSS app

By following these steps, you can effectively playback and download footage from both your Dahua DVR/NVR and the DMSS app. If you encounter any issues or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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