topic Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one in Features

Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

JypseaRose — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 02:41:55 GMT

Since it takes several seconds for cameras to activate, could I set a rule for a select number of cameras to auto activate if a particular camera detects motion? That way, the cameras are awake & recording should an event take place.

Thx!

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

Geoff — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 07:16:01 GMT

Hi. I have just asked a very similar question. The answer is YES you can. You have to set them up through the modes and rules. I have set a camera to activate when another is activated. The info is all in the FAQ on rules and modes. Hope this helps.

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

JypseaRose — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 07:37:44 GMT

Thx,Geoff!

I think I have it figured out!! I gave it a go & will try in the morning!

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

TomMac — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 14:40:32 GMT

I run this on a few cameras... works well and i found it's best to keep in order ( first and third rule , then secondeary record rule)

First Rule - Select Motion is detected on camera 1 and to Record Video on camera 1.

Second Rule- Select Motion is detected on camera 1 and to Record Video on camera 2.

Third rule- Select Motion is detected on camera 2 and to Record Video on camera 2.

Fourth Rule- Select Motion is detected on camera 2 and to Record Video on camera 1.

(repeat if more cams, cam 3 on 3 ...)

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

MarkDallas — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 21:20:25 GMT

I just did the same thing with a Front Porch and Mailbax camera. But even with the rules set and selected in Mode, the Front Porch records but not the Mailbox. Front Porch records fine, but nothing on the Mailbox camera.

I also set the reversion rule up and it does not work either. Mailbox camera records, but nothing on the Front Porch.

So.... can multiple cameras record at the SAME time?

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

JypseaRose — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 00:31:59 GMT

My expansion kit arrived today. I'm going to play & see if it works. I'll let you know.

Re: Create rule to activate multiple cameras if motion is detected on one

Geoff — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 09:19:59 GMT

MarkDallas wrote:
I just did the same thing with a Front Porch and Mailbax camera. But even with the rules set and selected in Mode, the Front Porch records but not the Mailbox. Front Porch records fine, but nothing on the Mailbox camera.

I also set the reversion rule up and it does not work either. Mailbox camera records, but nothing on the Front Porch.

So.... can multiple cameras record at the SAME time?

Hi MarkDallas

It should work for you as it does for others including myself.

If you follow TomMacs posting above, it is quite detailed.

Don't forget to click on the 'SAVE' button after each step!!