Question 1

Does the company or anyone have access to the video other than me on the app? I have heard you have to agree before camera will work?

Accepted Answer

I’ve had two of this company’s cameras for several years.  I use an SD card to record and I don’t have to pay any extra that way.  I also find the app easy to use.  It detects people, noises, and pets and makes it easy for me to find on play back.  I have another brand camera and it’s nearly impossible to find what youre looking for without just watching everything.  
I also have mine set to record 24/7 instead of when there’s motion detected. That has failed me many times.  Twice it recorded, but stopped JUST BEFORE the part that I really needed to see.  So frustrating. My SD card also holds quite a bit of info so it’s never been an issue.  
Good luck.

Question 2

Must be able to turn off audio recording, not just during playback. Can this be done?

Accepted Answer

Not only can you turn on or off video but from the phone ap you can independently turn each camera on or off as well as turning on or off the blue light on the camera indicating it is recording. These individual abilities serve me well as I advise everyone that stays with me that the house is fully wired with video (7 cameras) but can assure the that I can turn off the living room camera or any other camera to provide complete confidence that they are not being recorded inappropriately. I have had the system for 14 months now as I knew I would be out of state for several months having surgery and wanted to monitor the house as well as my neighbor that watered plants. It’s amazing what a few signs (I printed a few signs to warn people at the front and rear door that they have already been covered by several cameras so going further will alert the Police and assure the. That they will be further recorded) will do in keeping basic honest people honest. Professional bad guys will be prepared and disguised to ignore the cameras and pilfer as quickly as possible and be gone before anyone arrives anyway.

Question 3

When i put the app on my phone, it wants a code that i don't have and I cant go any further. Did you have this problem?

Accepted Answer

A QR code should pop up on the app when you go to pair the camera with your phone. The app generates that for you. It's a digitized looking box (black and white) that's the "code"

Question 4

I have a basement can I put 2 extra cameras down there?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can install multiple cameras on the same account.  I have 4

ASIN	B01CW4CEMS
Alert Type	Motion Only
Antenna Location	Indoor Security
Are Batteries Required	No
Best Sellers Rank	#2,850 in Dome Surveillance Cameras
Brand	YI
Built-In Media	4 cameras and chargers
Color	White
Compatible Devices	Smartphone,Desktop,Tablet
Connectivity Protocol	Wi-Fi
Connectivity Technology	Wi-Fi
Control Method	Voice
Controller Type	Amazon Alexa,Google Assistant
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (25,393)
Effective Video Resolution	1080 Pixels
Field Of View	112 Degrees
Focus Type	automatically
Form Factor	Dome
Frame Rate	15 fps
Global Trade Identification Number	06970171174098
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions	3.23 x 3.23 x 4.53 inches
Item Type Name	security camera
Item Weight	4.16 ounces
Light Source	LED
Manufacturer	YI Technology
Model Number	YYS.2016
Mount Type	Stick Up
Night Vision	Night Color
Number of Channels	2
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	2 Way Audio,Night Vision,Human Detection,Motion Sensor,Barking Detection,Cry Detection,HD Resolution
Power Source	Corded Electric
Room Type	Living Room
Specific Uses For Product	Surveillance
Unit Count	4.0 Count
Video Capture Format	MP4
Video Capture Resolution	1080p
Voltage	5 Volts (DC)
Waterproof Rating	IP65
Wattage	5 watts
Wireless Technology	Wi-Fi

YI 4pc Home Camera, 1080p Wi-Fi IP Security Surveillance Smart System with Night Vision, Baby Monitor

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