How to View and Manage an R-Series NVR from a Mobile Device

In this guide, we will show you how to view and manage your R-Series NVR from your mobile device using the mobile app, EyeCam. We will walk you through setting up your first device and using the app. If you already have devices added to your EyeCam device list, click here to see our guide, "How to View Multiple R-Series Devices from your Mobile Device."

Download and Launch the EYECAM App

Download and launch the EYECAM application for Android or Apple devices.

Download from the Google Play Store Download from the App Store

Add Your First Device

When you open the app for the first time, it will automatically display the "Device Manager." Tap the "+" Icon in the Top Right-Hand Corner.

Tap the + icon in the top right-hand corner

Scan the QR Code located on the Bottom of the NVR, the Product Box, or the Information Menu of the HDMI Interface

Note: Note: You may have to grant the app permissions to access your phone's camera.

Verify the following credentials, enter the password, and click "Save"

1 IP Address/ID: Your recorder's Product ID can be found near the QR code on the bottom of your NVR, the product box, or the Information Menu on the HDMI interface
2 Media Port: 7050
3 User Name: admin
4 Password: admin789

Congrats! You have successfully added your first recorder to your EyeCam device list. You can now view your camera feeds anytime and anywhere. Click the play button in the bottom right-hand corner to view your feeds.

Click the Play Button to view your camera's live feed.

Navigate the EYECAM User Interface

Check out the image below for a breakdown of the EYECAM app's user interface.

The EyeCam Interface

* PTZ and 2-Way Audio functions are not currently available on any R-Series camera. However, you can still use these features if you have a PTZ or 2-Way Audio compatible camera connected to your R-Series NVR over the ONVIF protocol.

** The playback menu is only functional when remotely accessing a recorder with a hard drive.

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