Security System Issues? Fix Them Fast!

Step-by-step solutions for cameras, alarms & monitoring problems

1. Camera Offline/No Video

  1. Symptoms:
Black screen in app

"Camera offline" message

No live feed

Quick Fixes:

Power cycle camera

Unplug camera → Wait 30 sec → Replug

Restart router (unplug 30 sec)

Check internet speed

Minimum 5Mbps upload required

Verify power source

Test with different outlet/cable

Check for IR interference

Move away from bright lights/windows

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2. Alarm Not Triggering

  1. Symptoms:
No siren when triggered

Motion sensors inactive

Door/window sensors not alerting

Quick Fixes:

Test sensor alignment

Magnets within 1/2" of sensors

Check battery levels

Replace batteries in sensors

Verify system arming

Ensure system is properly armed

Test siren manually

Trigger test mode from control panel

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3. Mobile App Not Working


  1. Symptoms:
Can't view cameras remotely

Login failures

Notifications not coming through

Step-by-Step Fixes:

✅ Update the app:

Check App Store/Play Store for updates

✅ Check permissions:

Enable camera, microphone, location access

✅ Reinstall app:

Delete and reinstall security app

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4. False Alarms

  1. Symptoms:
Alarm triggers with no cause

Motion sensors too sensitive

Step-by-Step Fixes:

✅ Adjust sensor sensitivity:

Lower motion detection sensitivity in app

✅ Check for environmental factors:

Move pets away from motion sensors

Secure loose doors/windows

✅ Update firmware:

Check for system updates in control panel

5. Cloud Storage Issues

  1. Symptoms:
Recordings not saving

"Storage full" errors

Can't access past footage

Quick Fixes:

Check subscription status

Verify cloud plan is active

Clear old footage

Delete unnecessary recordings

Test internet upload speed

Minimum 5Mbps required

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6. Power/Connectivity Problems

  1. Symptoms:
Devices keep disconnecting

Intermittent power

System offline

Quick Fixes:

Check all power connections

Secure loose cables

Test backup battery

Replace if older than 3 years

Verify network strength

Use Wi-Fi extender if needed

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