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Does the system only record when motion is activated?
You can create camera-triggered or system-triggered recording rules. The type of recording rules you can create depends on the video camera model and what other devices are associated with the system.
camera triggered clips
- Video Motion Detection (VMD)
- Video Analytics
system triggered clips
- Alarm — a recording rule for this clip type is created for each camera by default for accounts with a security panel
- Sensor opened/closed
- System armed/disarmed
- Entry delay
- Lock activity
- Record Now button
More information on Recording Rules including clip length found below:
How long are recordings stored for?
The below guide covers how video storage works with Alarm.com:
Is there a way to purchase continuous recording?
Yes-ish. 24/7 Continuous Recording is available with the SVR-122. Unfortunately, the SVR122 has been discontinued due to manufacturing issues, with no replacement. The device is still supported. More information on how this works below:
Additionally, some cameras support Smart View, which leverages a built in SD card slot for 24/7 continuous recording with on board storage. Currently this feature is enabled on all Surety Complete plans only and works with the following cameras only:
- 1080p Indoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V515) on firmware version 0.0.5.096+
- 1080p Indoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V523) on firmware version 0.6.1.151+
- 1080p Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V723) on firmware version 0.6.1.151+
You can find a lot of How-Tos and information regarding Video through Alarm.com through the below link: