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running client software is one thing, actually using it for play back, with or without audio, is another thing. commercially I wouldn't push it as a solution where the DVR/NVR resides in the same building (Obvious reasons). If a customer wants to remotely view from home, they most likely already have laptops/iPads. your higher end clients who are tech savvy and rather view from their sofa. (I've found that once you install for an office environment it's only a matter of time you find yourself at someones residence) They have no problem running cat 5/6 and understand the flexibility offered by having it done that way. This way also generates more income, as well as future work from their friends and colleagues.

That stick is useless..... Chromecast is still better. Look into raspberry pi 2 model b for open source stuff. Myself, I use Intel NUC i5 running windows mounted behind TV's (SwannNVR/Swannview+)

I was able to load Swann View + on WYSE c90le thin client running embedded XP. Works ok.....Did it just outta curiosity.

are you talking about the 9pin port on back? RS232/RS485 Data sheet says for 485, 9600, 8, 1, none 9600 bps dome speed.

you probably just overlooked something.... recheck ports and confirm you clicked save.

How are you getting power to the wifi cams? If powering them isn't an issue, I assume you've given some thought about placement of AP and it's power/data needs.

Seems a lot of the people here have busy jobs. (I'm retired) Be patient. Describe how you've configured your router/s, DVR and what ports you've opened and why. Sounds like you successively setup DDNS HTTP/HTTPS using an outside network web browser.

Keep forwarding 18004, and put rtsp back to 554.

Install a port scanner on your iPhone and confirm they're not blocking. you can also via Mac goto http://www.canyouseeme.org/

Just so others (including myself) are not confused. What Tomcctv posted wasn't a typo. RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) Referring to possible Loop error. & RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol)

I'd also add, your DVR IP address should be static. Some people use more than one router at home (For whatever reason), even if both are set as DHCP. Main router, usually provided by ISP, 192.168.1.1, Subnet 255.255.255.0. an IP range of 192.168.1.100-149 Second router with static internet setting of 192.168.1.2, Gateway 192.168.1.1 & Subnet & DNS same as main router. Lets say second router set as DHCP, issues an IP range of 192.168.10.100 - 149 Know lets assume your DVR connects to 192.168.10.101. From main router you'll need to forward needed ports to IP address of second router first, than forward ports from second router to IP address (192.168.10.101) of DVR.

Accessing DVR via web browser from ISP B, (Personal Hotspot from iPhone?) or any other outside ISP, it's using ports 443- HTTPS or port 85- HTTP if DDNS is setup properly. Locally connected (Same router, thus same IP range as DVR ) iPhone app uses RTSP port 554 without issue. It's only an issue when coming in outside your LAN. Forward port 18004 to DVR IP address and test using 3G network. Without knowing Mfg/Model of your DVR....how should I know? Check the owners manual. Android base phones, combined with their data providers, it's been documented (Look around Google), some don't play nice with rtsp port 554. Solution has been to change it to 5554.

Since you've built computers, you know heat kills. I'd guess the build dates are all pretty close with each other (That means they'll fail the same time). You said they're old too? I'd start by cleaning them of dust and replace thermal paste. Forensically go through event viewer, compare all software updates. Using a multimeter, I would test & document everything. Also known working locations.

The phone Android or iOS ? If your current RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) port 554, change it to 5554. For iOS, forward port 18004 for router attached to DVR/NVR. Let us know how it worked please.

Im a PC guy myself too, some say a geek... I've built my own HTPC's (DVR's) and use Silicondust's prime for DLNA TV viewing, works awesome. When it came to security cameras i wanted simplicity, thats why I went with Swann NVR series. They also support NAS storage if needed. Installations a breeze since they're POE.

I personally use and like honeywell vista 20p with EnvisaLink internet module. Arm and disarm remotely with iOS, it's also wired into security cams for tamper proof alarm.

It's just not video ports, some rural ISP's also block VoIP ports too. Use tools like http://canyouseeme.org/ to see whats open or closed. You can also use this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_TCP_and_UDP_port_numbers for an understanding of witch ports are used. In some cases (non proprietary) using a PC as an gateway to spoof blocked ports works. If you're lucky, some boxes, using an edit tool, reassign what ports it listens on. Separate from above, Gets even more complicated if trying to view from an iphone. An understanding of UNIX helps. READ THIS http://content.hccfl.edu/pollock/AUnix1/FilePermissions.htm First Jailbreak it, than log into ROOT In order to access ROOT directory to reassign ports you'll need a jailbroke phone.

Check with SIM card carrier, they might be blocking some ports? Could also be a firewall issue with OS. What speed? 3g/4g/lte? Why not use SIM modem connected to DVR than DDNS?

try doing tracerout on DDNS, my guess it's a slow boat to China.

Could be a faulty balun, or wrong type for your use. Make sure that network cable is strait thru and not crossed, 1 to 1 vs. 1 to 8. Typically network/Ethernet cable is strait thru, it's paired pins 1,2,3 & 6 (1&2 - w/orange, orange/w) 3&6 - w/green, green/w) (568 A/B). Difference between A & B, orange pair are swapped with green pair. For you AT&T Merlin fans, yes, B was originally 258A

did you get this working yet? i also use two routers @ home

just like clearing a CMOS passwrd from a PC Pop it open, find the little round battery, momentarily block its connection

some user accounts may have been configured with time restrictions

Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) forward port 554 to Hikvision DVR IP By the way, I am no expert, I just use Google and read user manual of whatever product I'm working with. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_TCP_and_UDP_port_numbers

I also use the Swann-8-Channel-3MP-NVR-Security-System-with-2TB-HDD-and-4 (Now -1080p-Cameras. Really happy with it!!! Fun little feature it has (not sure if other NVR's have this) the ability to play a .WAV file. Since our front door is inside a courtyard separated by an 8 foot gate, the audio out from the NVR plugs into an inline A/B auto switch that connects to master bedroom/bathroom in ceiling Polk speakers.