What will happen if the camera loses power?
Cameras will not operate without power. A switch with redundant power supplies is recommended if there is a concern about power loss.n
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What if a camera loses access to the network?
MV cameras will continue to record, even if they lose access to the network, as long as they have power.n
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What happens when a camera is removed from a network?
Removing a camera from a network deletes all the footage on the camera.
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Is stored video encrypted on the camera?
Yes, MV features full disk encryption. Additionally, cameras automatically purchase and provision their own publicly-signed SSL certificates upon initial boot up. Management data is encrypted as well. All encryption is turned on by default, and cannot be turned off.n
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What happens if somebody steals my camera? What if it’s damaged or there’s a fire?
As with all security camera systems, care should be taken during installation to ensure cameras are out of reach of potential thieves or vandals. Cameras are rarely stolen and should be positioned out of easy reach. If a camera is stolen, its footage can be retrieved from anywhere when it comes back online thanks to th...
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What is the frame rate? The bitrate?
CamerannImage Quality OptionsnnMV21/71nn720p:nnStandard (8fps / 535kbps)nnEnhanced Quality (15fps / 765kbps) = 14 days 24/7nnMV12 series, 22, 72nn720p:nnStandard (8fps / 500kbps)nnEnhanced Quality (15fps / 765kbps)nn1080p:nnStandard Quality (8fps / 1024kbps)nnEnhanced Quality (15fps / 1562kbps)nnHigh Quality (20fps / 3...
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What resolution do these cameras record in?
nCamerannImage Resolution OptionsnnMV21/71nn720p (1280x720)nnMV12 series, 22, 72nn720p, 1080p (1920x1080)nnMV22X, MV72Xnn720p, 1080p, 4MP (2688x1512)nnMV32nn1080x1080, 2058x2058
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Can I choose to backup my video in the cloud?
Yes. You have the option of using Cloud Archive on select cameras for continuous 24/7 recording for 30, 90 , 180 or 365 days. Due to bandwidth considerations of storing video in the cloud, we recommend only using Cloud Archive on critical cameras. Read the datasheet and this article to learn more.
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Is my video stored in the cloud?
Standard streaming video is only stored in the cloud when using Cloud Archive. In standard operations, streaming video is not stored in the cloud, but exported video clips are stored in the cloud for 30 days. Metadata for video thumbnails and motion indexing are also stored in the cloud. Video will proxy through the cl...
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What if I need longer storage?
When set to 24/7 recording, MV21 and MV71 cameras have a limit of 20 days of storage, and the 22X and 72X have a limit of 90 days. However, the Meraki dashboard provides a set of optimized retention tools for all models of MV cameras, which can extend retention well beyond 20 days. With motion-based retention enabled, ...