Security Camera Functionality Checklist

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This Template was installed 4 times.

Camera System Initialization & Basic Operation

1 of 9

Verifies initial setup and fundamental camera functionality.

Camera Firmware Version

Initial Camera Status (Online/Offline)

Date of Last System Reboot

Time of Last System Reboot

Network Connection Status (Connected/Disconnected)

IP Address Configuration (Static/DHCP)

Number of Cameras Successfully Connected

Any Initialization Errors Encountered?

Image Quality & Clarity

2 of 9

Assesses the visual integrity and usability of camera feeds.

Lux Rating Verification (actual vs. specified)

Image Color Accuracy

Image Sharpness

Describe any visual artifacts or distortions observed.

Frame Rate (FPS) verification

Night Vision Performance (if applicable)

Lens Distortion Correction (if applicable)

Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Functionality (If Applicable)

3 of 9

Checks the responsiveness and accuracy of PTZ controls.

PTZ Control Method Verification

Pan Range (Degrees)

Tilt Range (Degrees)

Zoom Range (Optical)

PTZ Speed Response

Describe any observed PTZ Movement Issues

Patrol Route Accuracy (If Applicable)

Last PTZ Calibration Date/Time

Recording & Storage

4 of 9

Evaluates the reliability and accessibility of recorded footage.

Maximum Recording Capacity (GB/TB)

Current Storage Used (GB/TB)

Remaining Storage Capacity (GB/TB)

Recording Type (Continuous/Event-Triggered/Scheduled)

Recording Retention Period (Days/Weeks/Months)

Number of Backup Copies (If Applicable)

Last Successful Data Backup Date

Notes/Comments Regarding Recording & Storage Performance

Network Connectivity & Remote Access

5 of 9

Confirms camera system accessibility and performance over the network.

Network Bandwidth Utilization (Average)

Connection Type (Wired/Wireless)

Remote Access URL/IP Address

Ping Response Time (ms)

Authentication Method Used

Notes on Remote Access Experience (Stability, Lag, etc.)

Firewall Configuration Verified?

Alerts & Notifications

6 of 9

Tests the effectiveness of configured alerts and notifications.

Motion Detection Alert Test

Scheduled Alert Test Time (e.g., for nighttime tests)

Audio Alert Test (if applicable)

Notification Delay (seconds)

Email Notification Test

Comments/Observations Regarding Alerts

Power & Backup Systems

7 of 9

Ensures continuous power supply to cameras and related equipment.

UPS Battery Capacity (in Amp-Hours)

UPS Battery Voltage (in Volts)

UPS Runtime (in minutes) under typical load

Last UPS Battery Replacement Date

Generator Status (if applicable)

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Functionality (if applicable)

Notes on Power Backup System Observations

System Integration (If Applicable)

8 of 9

Checks compatibility and performance when integrated with other security systems.

Integrated System Type

Description of Integration Points

Integration Communication Protocol

Latency (ms) - Integration Response Time

Describe any issues encountered during integration testing.

Event Triggering Validation

Software & Firmware

9 of 9

Verifies software versions and updates for optimal security.

Current Firmware Version

Firmware Update Status

Last Firmware Update Date

Notes on Last Firmware Update (if applicable)

Software Compatibility (NVR/DVR)

Software Version of NVR/DVR (if applicable)

Available Storage Space (GB)

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