TIGERSECU Super HD 1080P 8 Channel DVR Security Recorder with 1TB Hard Drive, Hybrid 6-in-1 CCTV DVR Recorder Compatible with 2MP and 5MP TVI, AHD, CVI, Analog, RS485 PTZ and IP Cameras

As for right now, I give five stars, it was a simple plug, Turn on and started working, Simple like that.the cameras and cables were fine.My previous dvr broke, so this one fixed the situation without me running new cables and cameras through the small attic of my house.It worth every penny, only time may tell how long this will last.I hope a lot of years.

I ordered this tiger SECU to replace a system that I’ve had nothing but problems with so I just anticipated that this was going to be a long hard night setting up my cameras getting everything on an app so I can view it on my phone, but I was wrong!!!!! Let me just say this is a plug-in system. I literally plugged it in plugged my cameras in the back, and it immediately showed my cameras on my monitor. I then was prompted by the system to download the app, and it walked me through a very easy process of a QR code, and Walla. My app on my phone was up and running. It literally took me 15 minutes to unboxed it and install it most of the time was taking the cables off the old device and getting the old device out of the way it was setting up the system I highly highly recommend the system. It has HD quality that surpasses tenfold my other system. My other system was an LTS garbage the uploads fairly fast and the picture is super clear. If there’s any changes I will update my review

The TIGERSECU Super HD 1080P DVR was easy to set up and install, even for someone without much technical experience. It works well with multiple camera formats and the included 1TB hard drive provides plenty of storage. Was able to view on desktop, mobile, and direct connect HD monitor. However, the mobile app for playback could use some improvements. It doesn’t highlight or mark motion-detected events, so reviewing footage can be time-consuming—you have to manually sift through hours of video to see if anything occurred. Overall, a solid system with great value, but the playback feature could be more user-friendly.

Recently, we had occassion to replace most of our home security system due to damage caused by a nearby lightning stirke. We upgraded our old DVR to the TIGERSECU model which is the subject of this post. To facilitate the rapid isolation of all components when lightning threatens again, we redid the cabling and power supply arrangement. NOTE: Surge protectors help, but the only GUARUNTEE against damage is complete isolation. The photos that follow show how this was done and the products used. Each photo is numbered with a corresponding explanation below. The folks at TIGERSECU are top notch. My questions were answered promptly and thoroughly via email. If you're looking for customer service as it should be (along with great products) this is the place to go. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Complete set-up. Open kitchen is behind camera with sitting and fireplace areas beyond cabinet. Have 8 cameras total. PTZ is in upper left of this 4-pane format. 2 All DVR connections go out the back of cabinet thru the horizontal opening. Main power strip is located on top shelf behind the glass doors. Plugs into a wall outlet out of view to the left of cabinet. Pulling one plug disconnects all electrical. 3 Larger view of wiring with left side of cabinet pulled out. Video (yellow) at the top and power (red) at the bottom. PTZ is to the right. Arrangement provides plenty of room to quickly disconnect all video and power from the DVR. The 9-way power splitter (See A below) allows for a single plug into the power strip referenced above. 4 Closer view of the 7 HD video connections and the PTZ. The coaxial jumpers (see B below) allow for easy connections out the back of the cabinet. 5 Closer view of PTZ connections…..video on left, controls on right. The male (top) and female (bottom) RS485 connectors (see C below) easily snap together and come apart with a gentle tug. 6 Demonstrates the futility of trying to disconnect everything directly from the DVR. I’ve pulled the DVR to the back of the cabinet into the opening to provide a clearer photo. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A 9-way power splitter (Amazon -- TIGERSECU Security Camera Power Adapter with 9-Way Power Splitter, 12V 5A 100V-240V 2.1x5.5mm Power Supply) B 8” Coaxial jumpers (Amazon -- XINGYHENG 4Pcs BNC Coaxial Crimper Jumper Connector Cable RG174 BNC-59 Male to Female Nickel Plated Coupler Extension Coaxial Cable with Copper Pin Fixed Inside for Broadcast Video and Camera) C Male/female RS485 Phoenix connectors (Amazon -- Tcenofoxy 5.08mm Male & Female 2 Pin Phoenix Connector Screw Terminal Block)

This unit to the best! The set up wizard works very well and customer support is great, if you need it.

Don’t waste your money. This system was easy to set up (if you carefully read the instructions). It was compatible with my existing cameras which was cool. However, the DVR is CONSTANTLY disconnected to the network and when when I follow all the steps the app says to follow it still doesn’t connect. I have to re-boot all the time. So this product only gives me a headache anytime I want to look at the app and it’s disconnected. Cheap made in China product, would not recommend to a friend.

This DVR was actually plug and play. I didn’t need to make any adjustments. The video quality is excellent. And you can either access the DVR with the supplied remote or mouse. And the best part. You can live view from anywhere.

it functions well with wired cameras but I tried 2 different new ip cams and could not get a connection. I did consult with the Tigersecu techs but they could not help. Research and be ware even if the technology looks the same it is a tricky business