Getting Started with DScam (iOS)¶
Introduction:¶
The following guide will walk you through the steps necessary for installing the iOS app to connect to a Synology Surveillance Station.
This guide is designed for use with an iPhone.
Requirements:¶
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An iPhone
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Login credentials for your NVR (camera system)
Step 1. Get the app¶
To begin the process we will need to locate and install DS cam from the App Store.
- Open the App Store
- Search for "DS cam"
- Install DS cam
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Step 2. Launch the app & skip data collection¶
Next, we will create an account through Element Messenger.
- Launch DS cam
- Click "Skip"
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Step 3. Sign in¶
You'll be prompted with a sign in button.
- Click "Sign In"
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Step 4. Enter IP address¶
Enter the IP address of your camera system.
- Enter IP address in empty dialogue box
- Click "Next"
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Step 5. Proceed through security prompt¶
You'll be prompted if you'd like to proceed with this connection.
- Click "Proceed"
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Step 6. Allow sign in¶
You'll be prompted by DScam if you'd like to continue with this IP.
- Click "Continue"
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Step 7. Connection prompt¶
You'll receive a warning for the IP you're attempting to connect to. This is nothing to worry about.
- Tap "Show Details"
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Step 8. Confirm connection¶
This is the last prompt for connecting to your camera system.
- Tap "visit this website" at the very bottom
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Step 9. Enter your username¶
You will now log in using credentials provided to you.
- Enter your username in the empty dialogue box
- Click "Next"
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Step 10. Enter your password¶
- Enter your password in the empty dialogue box
- Click "Next"
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Step 11. Login succesful¶
You have successfully logged into your camera system
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