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How many days & nights filming will the storage hold?
Clare, Liverpool
This unit will store up to 15 full days and once it reaches it full capacity will re-write over the oldest recording.
Javaid H
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If I buy a Yale Easyfit CCTV system, can I connect it to my Yale SmartPhone alarm, so that the CCTV only operates when the alarm is on, and can I view images via my iphone?
Shaun Walters, Frome
You can connect the CCTV and Alarm Systems using the Yale Easy Fit CCTV / Alarm Link USB Adaptor, however the CCTV system will record constantly regardless of whether the alarm is active. You can view images or recordings via your smart phone using the Yale CCTV App.
Phil R
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Does this camera send push notifications on movement detection?
Prash, Stevenage
The cameras include motion detection technology and it is possible to customise the settings to send notifications when motion is detected.
Phil R
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What happens if your Internet fails? Will it still record? Can you set it up with Internet off via your tv?
Nick , Reading
Each of the cameras record locally to the CCTV DVR hard drive. Recording will continue with or without an internet connection. You only need an internet connection to be enable smartphone viewing.
Phil R
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I have a Microsoft windows smart phone, can I get the yale cctv app for it?
David J, Waltham Abbey,Essex
The Yale App is only available for use with Smartphones running Apple iOS 8.0 or Android 4.4 (or higher) operating systems. Unfortunately it is not compatible with Windows operated Smartphones.

Phil R
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Is it possible to link the cctv system to a smart TV via Bluetooth or other means?
Colt, Solihull
I am afraid the only way to connect this CCTV Kit to a Smart TV is via the included HDMI cable. If your Smart TV has web browsing capability you could view an IP Camera on your TV via the browser. IP Cameras suitable for this CCTV Kit are due from Yale later this year.
Anthony N
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Can I use a power line adaptor to connect the DVR to my router?
Russell, Redhill
Yes, a power line adaptor would be compatible.
Tom W
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Does this also record audio?
Ben, Rugby
Yes via the audio input, However you would need an external mic which is not included and can be purchased separately from most electrical retailers.
Tom W
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I see I can connect direct to my router, is it possible to connect to a network point in the house instead? My router and the box are in completely different areas of the house.
Sue Geuens, Maulden
It is possible to use a TP link box however please
make sure that the box is plugged directly into the landline socket.
Tom W
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Can I connect a home view IP camera to the DVR box? Is this a hybrid model?
John foster, Sheffield
Yes, the Yale CCTV Kits are hybrid models and are compatible for use with a Yale IP Camera.
Tom W
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Does the camera have a built in microphone?
mr mcguire, edinburgh
The Yale Smart CCTV Kits do not have a built in microphone. However, there is an audio input facility on the DVR box that will allow you to plug in your own external microphone.
Tom W
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Does the Yale Smart HD720 send text or App notifications when triggered?
LG, Essex
The Yale Smart HD720 CCTV Kit can be set to record continuously or only when motion is detected. You can also set up alerts via the app to notify you when motion is detected.
Tom W
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What megapixel is the camera?
John Pitman, Brierley Hill
The HD720 has a 1 megapixel camera.
Anne K
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Is it 15 days video storage for 2 cameras, 7.5 days for 4 cameras?
Benjamin Cooper, Kolossi, Cyprus
The storage rate on the DVR can differ from system to system and it will be determined by the settings you choose. You can choose to only record when motion is detected which will provide you with recordings over a longer period.
Phil R
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Do these need wiring or do you just fit them to the wall by a bracket?
J cowgill, Hyde
The CCTV cameras are supplied with a 15m BNC cables which are attached from the camera to the DVR box and then the camera is attached to the wall with the bracket supplied.
Javaid H
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When the storage on the box is full, can you set the DVR to just start rewriting over the oldest footage or do you have to keep track and manually delete?
Kirstie, Milton Keynes
When the storage capacity has been reached the DVR will automatically overwrite the earliest recorded data.
Phil R
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Are the cameras powered via the video leads or is it a separate power supply? If it is a separate supply then how long are the power cables?
David King, Weymouth
The cameras are powered by the BNC Camera Cables that are included with the CCTV system, these cables are 15 meters in length. Optional 30 meter BNC cables are also available separately if needed.
Phil R
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I'm after a cctv system for a small office environment, would I be able to plug this system into a desktop pc and run the viewing software from there.
Simon Page, Barnsley
The recordings can be viewed through a monitor or TV via a HDMI cable, but cannot be plugged directly in to a PC or laptop.
Phil R
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Could you please confirm the size of the hard drive that comes with this kit as the model number quoted, Y402B-HD, specifies a 1TB hard drive on the Yale website.
Stuart Garrett, WATFORD
This system is supplied with a 500GB Hard drive. The Yale Smart HD 720p - 4 Camera CCTV Kit is supplied with a 1TB Hard Drive.
Phil R
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Does this record in B/W or colour please?
Dean, Dunstable
The images recorded are in colour.
Phil R
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As well as recording on the DVR can the footage be recorded via the internet in case the DVR is stolen?
Tony, Cooke
You can back up the recorded data onto a 3rd party hard drive or memory stick but there is no internet based storage that is available to store recorded data on.
Phil R
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Could you please tell me if the DVR is wired to your router or wireless?
Neil, Dronfield
This CCTV kit comes with an Ethernet cable, which is needed to connect the DVR to your broadband router.
Phil R
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Can you view the CCTV in your home if the CCTV is set up in a different place.
danny, hackney
Yes, you can view images anytime anywhere via your Smartphone or Tablet.
Tom W
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Am I right in thinking that the DVR needs to be plugged in to TV & Router then run leads out of DVR to cameras?
Richard, March cambs
Yes, the DVR would need to be connected to a TV/monitor, and also a network router/ Ethernet cable (supplied) and the cameras to be connected to the BNC video inputs.
Tom W
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