r/reolinkcam

Anyone have experience with both or at least the reolink battery doorbell?

Three different camera views.

Reolink Argus 3 Pro

OMVI 3i PoE

Old man burning tree trimmings

I got myself into the situation of having 2 battery powered reolink cameras which do not come with a proper web interface (the fact that those are crippled should be mentioned in their product description!) and one (Argus MagiCam) doesn't even support storing via (s)ftp, so there is no way of getting those recordings off the camera except removing the sd-card and copying the files over.

I absolutely don't care about using some app on a telephone for regular usage, especially since the reolink app is pretty much useless on a square screen. The client software is only available for windows or mac, so this also isn't an option. So in order to be able to manage and view those cameras on a proper screen via a (centralized) web interface and maybe integrate them into homeassistant, I was looking at the RLN and Home Hub variants. I already have 2 reolink PoE cameras running, which do have a proper web interface and also save their recordings to a storage server in the network, but I might also connect them to the NVR for centralized managment and recording, so they don't need sd cards anymore.

But now I stumbled across some mentions that the RLN NVRs have to be hooked up to a screen for full/proper capabilities, especially setting up cameras? Seriously?? Is this also true for the Home Hubs? Those would be my least favorite choice because of form factor and the fact that they use either flimsy SD cards or only a single HDD. (Can they transfer recordings to another server e.g. via sftp/scp or maybe even mount NFS shares?)

The device has to be placed in rack in the basement (hence I'd prefer the form factor of the RLNs). That's where all the network lines are terminated, the main switch and servers are located and everything is backed up by a UPS. I definitely won't drag a screen down there every time I want to change some settings - so the UI must be fully accessible via a web interface (and/or console).

Can somebody confirm (or better deny) that both, RLN and Home Hub, are only usable if accessed directly via a plugged in screen? Are there any usable alternatives that work well with reolink cameras (battery powered ones and e.g. the person/animal detection capabilities) and are at a similar price point? After all I only got into the situation of 'needing' an NVR because the battery cams are severely crippled, so I'm not exactly thrilled about spending a huge amount of extra money just to make them usable.

Hello everyone, I have tried everything to get my motion detection boxes to show during playback on my NVS16 to no avail. All firmware is up to date on the NVR, APP etc.

Each camera has the option enabled on the reolink app "show motion boxes", each camera is set to "Clear" including on playback.

All ports (RTMP,HTTP,HTTPS,RTSP, ONVIF) are enabled in the web gui and local device network settings.

Any help on this is greatly appreciated as I am getting false alerts and have been tweaking the object size and detection zones as well as lowering the individual motion sensitivity for all objects but really would like a visual during playback when an object triggers the alert and also would be great to clearly see a green box over the triggered object :)

Hi everyone,

We’re trying to understand the everyday moments when you find yourself opening the Reolink app to check on something.

Think about the past few weeks. What’s something you regularly check using one of your cameras?

For example:

1. Waiting for a package to arrive.
2. Checking whether the garage door or gate is closed before bed.
3. Seeing whether your dog is still outside or waiting to come in.
4. Looking to see if a family member, visitor, or contractor has arrived.
5. Making sure the trash bins have been collected.
6. Checking whether the kids got home from school.

These are just examples, we’re much more interested in the things you personally check around your home, pets, family, or property.

Now imagine your camera could save you from checking.

Tell us:

1. What exactly should it notify you about?
2. What similar situations should it ignore?
3. How quickly would you want to know?

If it’s easier, you can use this format:

Camera location:

• I usually check to see whether:
• I normally do this when:
• I’d like a notification when:
• Don’t notify me when:
• Camera type: Battery / Plug-in / PoE

There’s no need to think about the technical solution, we’re interested in understanding the habit you’re trying to satisfy.

If you have multiple examples, please post them as separate comments so others can upvote the ones they experience too.

This is exploratory research only, not a product announcement. Please don’t share private footage, addresses, or other personal information.

Thanks for helping us learn how cameras can reduce unnecessary checking. 

So, up until today, I could ask Google on my tv using Google Assistant/Gemini "Show me the front yard, or back yard and I could see the stream. Today it said sorry, something went wrong and I'm unable to control your home device. However, I also have some Wyze cameras and it's integration is fine. Anyone else seeing this?

Thanks

It's available (again) the Elite Xpro POE with ColorX and 16Mp

https://amzn.eu/d/07DucZUT

Just bought one. I'll post my first impressions and later a review.

I just checked out the new RLN4E, and it states:

All Reolink cameras compatible with RLN4E (including PoE cameras, battery-powered Wi-Fi cameras, and plug-in Wi-Fi cameras) realize Al Video Search, though the cameras themselves do not support Al Video Search.

*Before using Al Video Search, you need to download the Al model files first to your HDD or microSD card and install them. For detailed instructions, please refer to Before Using Al Video Search on Your Reolink NVR.
*If you replace or format the storage device, please download and install those model files again.

The last sentence in the first paragraph is what caught my attention.

Would this also apply to the professional NVR series RP-PN16?
Can someone confirm it?

I have the Reolink video doorbell WiFi which is hardwired with a home hub (non pro model)

The original chime that came with the doorbell stopped notifying us if the doorbell was pressed, so got a new chime which was compatible with the home hub. This is all setup and connected and shows as online in the Reolink app on phone. But as with the original chime no audio is played when someone presses the doorbell, but I can perform the test successfully within the app.

We need the chimes working as they are in different parts of the house and notifications from the doorbell are so slow even when try to connect to view it slow or when it pops on the FireCube, by the time it displays people have gone.

So does anyone know how to get these working, will it be a case of resetting the original doorbell and chime, the new chime and the HomeHub.

Thanks

We’ve just finished a new Apple TV app that lets you watch your Reolink cameras on the big screen. It supports doorbells, battery cameras and wired models.

We’re looking for testers on Apple TV.

Comment below or send a PM and we’ll send you the instructions.

My dad passed away and I would like to put cameras up at his place until I am able to move in and get it cleaned up and sorted through. I spoke with someone at reolink that said I could use one of my cameras to set up there. I tried doing that yesterday it works for awhile then I am unable to get a connection. They are wifi wireless cameras. The one at his is an e1 zoom I plan on putting up an Argus pt once I figure out where to put it. I also don't want to buy anymore if it is not going to work. What do I need to do to set up cameras at his house and have it on my account. I use the reolink app to check my cameras. Thank you in advance for any help you can give.

Which cameras are good for outdoor use? How reliable are the solar panel powered ones? With the local storage(hub mini) can we still see recording from phone? There are just too many videos and different opinions out there I figured I’d ask here. We just want something simple but last longer than battery powered cameras lol

Hi,

I am looking to replace a Eufy floodlight with the OMVI 3i wifi version (POE cables are not an option). My question is if there any clean way to connect its DC power brick to the existing floodlight wiring?

Is this power adapter rated for outdoor temperatures? Or there is a better aftermarket solution?
Thanks