does it start recording as the bell rings or when someone appears? does it save the recordings?
1337824
It is an intercom and does not record. It requires the button at the door to be pressed for activation. It will then display what ever is in front of the camera
1337825
I does not record, It turns on a monitor & play a short tune to get your attention when the doorbell button is pushed that allows you to see who is at the door without actually going to the door. There is also an additional item you can purchase that allows you to remotely unlock the door & allow your guest to come in if you so choose. I hope this helps.
1337826
It does not record. It shows what the camera captures very clearly when the bell rings without requiring you to press anything. A button needs to be pressed once if you want to speak and listen. Works as described.
1525398
You have the control of when recording stops. When you do, it automatically sets up to start a brand new recording file.
639434
It takes a few seconds before recording starts after you push record. As for looking at it, I don't think it knows if you're looking at it or not. Just push the record button, look wherever you want.
1214807
Yes, it powers on and begins recording when the record button is held down for a few seconds.
247231
It records all video or just motion. Your choice. When recording all video it will make the motion detected parts turn red in the timeline. The normal video timeline is green. Red equals "alarm" (motion) in the timeline.
1803437
Doorbell needs to ring for it to snap a photo.... i havent tried to record 24/7... im not sure if it does
1203539
Chip, those are options. Always on, only on if there is motion, or scheduled recording, or a combination of all three. You can also set the sensitivity of the motion and how long afterwards it keeps recording. Because it is digital when you say motion it actually records the 10 seconds prior to the motion event, so you don't miss anything. Again, the camera noise continues to be the biggest setback to the system.
907658
I believe that the recorder is set to automatically record all calls. I turned this feature off because I want to select what calls to record. Most states have laws which require one to tell the caller that you are recording the call. The device works very well. The only drawback was that the CD with the software and users manual wasn't in the package. You need to go to the website to download the software and manual. The manufacturer was very responsive when I called.
1095453
hii read that this device has a blue light that comes on to let you know it's secretly recording....if that's so then the scene or screen changes somewhat. that's something i'd notice if it came on whenever there's movement. please clarify.
763631
It does record sound, but usually doesn't pick up anything more than fifteen feet away.The batteries are backup power in case power fails. They don't operate the lights, just the camera and keep the date/time correct. It has to be wired in for the lights to operate. I suggest not putting it on switched power because the batteries drain pretty fast (a few days to a week).For the money, honestly I reccommend a stealth game camera (like hunters use). There is no visible flash, and the nighttime pictures are a lot better quality. I switched after a year (because my video of some kids breaking into cars was not good enough quality to identify) It does record sound, but usually doesn't pick up anything more than fifteen feet away.The batteries are backup power in case power fails. They don't operate the lights, just the camera and keep the date/time correct. It has to be wired in for the lights to operate. I suggest not putting it on switched power because the batteries drain pretty fast (a few days to a week).For the money, honestly I reccommend a stealth game camera (like hunters use). There is no visible flash, and the nighttime pictures are a lot better quality. I switched after a year (because my video of... » Read More It does record sound, but usually doesn't pick up anything more than fifteen feet away.The batteries are backup power in case power fails. They don't operate the lights, just the camera and keep the date/time correct. It has to be wired in for the lights to operate. I suggest not putting it on switched power because the batteries drain pretty fast (a few days to a week).For the money, honestly I reccommend a stealth game camera (like hunters use). There is no visible flash, and the nighttime pictures are a lot better quality. I switched after a year (because my video of some kids breaking into cars was not good enough quality to identify) « Show Less
325472
Yes. Mine did. I didn't play with it enough to see if it would warn me before it over-recorded.
229993
It will if you want it to. But if your concerned about accidental recording then no. There is a hold button that doesn't allow it to turn on unless the switch is moved, and then of course you will have to hit the record button which is sunken in.
814287
Its one of the bottom buttons. It says recording start when u press it. Then there's another that says recording stop when ur finished
515180
It records on your computer or with the SD card. It is motion and sound activated. I use the SD card. It is an excellent buy,
746700
The camera records continuously. When it reaches the end it starts recording over. If something happens and you want to save something you hit a button and stops recording.
389457
There is a small LED on the top of the box. It lights green when you first turn it on, then shuts off (to confirm it is activated). Thereafter, it stays off while recording. It lights amber when you press the button to cease recording.
16028
When you hit record the first time, it goes into flashing pause mode. Then you hit record again and it records. After that it stays recording until you hit stop. That's not a defective, that just shows you certain settings on the screen before you hit record the second time. Mine has been working great.