Download LookoutNVR

Up and running in minutes. Install the server, add your cameras, done.

Quick Start

1

Install Server

Run the installer on your Windows PC or server

2

Add Cameras

Enter your camera's RTSP URL and you're recording

3

Install Desktop App

Get the app for live view grid and notifications

Done!

AI detection and recording start automatically

NVR Server

The recording engine

Runs on your Windows PC or server. Connects to your cameras, records continuously, runs AI detection, and serves the web UI.

Runs as a Windows service. Auto-starts on boot.

Desktop App

Viewer + notifications

Native desktop app that connects to your NVR server. Live camera grid, recording playback, toast notifications, and system tray integration.

You can also access the web UI directly in your browser at your server's IP address.

System Requirements

NVR Server (Minimum)

OS Windows 10/11 (x64)
CPU Any modern x64 processor
RAM 4 GB minimum, 8 GB+ recommended
GPU Optional (even a GT 1030 helps)
Disk SSD recommended, size depends on retention
Network Gigabit Ethernet recommended

Storage Calculator

Approximate storage needed for continuous recording:

1 camera (1080p, 4Mbps) ~42 GB/day
4 cameras, 7 days ~1.2 TB
10 cameras, 14 days ~5.9 TB
25 cameras, 30 days ~31 TB

Actual usage varies by camera resolution, bitrate, and scene complexity. Sub-streams use much less.

Supported Cameras

Any IP camera with RTSP or ONVIF support works. Here are some popular brands we've tested:

Hikvision
Reolink
Amcrest
Dahua
Axis
Lorex
Wyze
TP-Link
Eufy
Hanwha

Finding Your Camera's RTSP URL

Most cameras have an RTSP URL you can plug directly into LookoutNVR. Common formats:

Hikvision: rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101
Reolink: rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/h264Preview_01_main
Amcrest: rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0
Dahua: rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0

Check your camera's documentation or web interface for the exact URL. ONVIF auto-discovery is also supported.

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Sign up to manage your server, get updates, and optionally upgrade to Pro for cloud features.

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