SDK

Please be aware that Hikvision products are region-specific and regionally supported. If you have purchased your Hikvision products from an online source or unauthorized distributor, they may not be compatible with the North American region’s firmware and are considered to be “gray market” product. If your camera has “CH” in the serial number, you are most likely using a “gray market” product. Updating the firmware from this site can lead to several complications in those cameras, up to and including camera failure. Restoring a “gray market” product to its original condition is a factory process and will result in a Chinese interface. As Hikvision warranty is void in this case, you must rely on the dealer for any service, support, and warranty of the “gray market” product. If you have any questions or concerns about the official status of your Hikvision distributor, please contact Hikvision USA Customer Service at csr.usa@hikvision.com.

Device Network SDK (for Linux 32-bit)

Device Network SDK (for Linux 32-bit)

374 MB


 

Version: V6.1.6.3_build20200925 (for Linux 32-bit)

The device network SDK is developed based on private network communication protocol, and it is designed for the remote connection and configuration of embedded DVR, Encoder, IPC and the other IP devices.

The functions supported by the SDK

1. Live view, playback, remote file download, PTZ control, arm/disarm, voice talk, log query, decoding card function, etc.

2. Remote upgrade, remotely reboot, remotely shut down, remotely format hard disk, and device configuration (system configuration, channel configuration, serial port configuration, alarm configuration, users configuration), etc.

 It applies to, but are not limited to the following product model: 

1. Encoders or decoders 

NVR: DS-9600, DS-9500, DS-7700, DS-7600 series;

HDVR: DS-9000, DS-8000-ST, DS-7600 series;

DVR: DS-9100, DS-8100, DS-8000-S, DS-8800, DS-7800, DS-7300, DS-7200, DS-7100, DS-7000 series;

Encoder: DS-6600, DS-6500(-JX), DS-6100, DS-6401HFH, DS-6000 series;

Decoder: DS-6300D(-JX), DS-6400HD(-JX/-T), DS-6500D series

Remarks: including the model of -ST, -SH, -SE, -SN, -RT, -RH, -XT 
 

2. IP cameras or IP speed domes 

IPC: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, the thermal, e.g. DS-2CD1xxx series,DS-2CD7xx, DS-2CD71xx, DS-2CD72xx, DS-2CD8xx, DS-2CD81xx, DS-2CD82xx, DS-2CD84xx, DS-2CD83xx, DS-2CD20xx, DS-2CD21xx, DS-2CD22xx, DS-2CD23xx, DS-2CD26xx, DS-2CD27xx, DS-2CD30xx, DS-2CD31xx, DS-2CD32xx, DS-2CD33xx, DS-2CD40xx, DS-2CD41xx, DS-2CD42xx, DS-2CD62xx, and so on

IPD: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, e.g. DS-2DE71xx, DS-2DM72xx, DS-2DF72xx, DS-2DF1-7xx, DS-2DF1-6xx, DS-2DE51xx, DS-2DM52xx, DS-2DF52xx, DS-2DF1-5xx, DS-2DF1-4xx, DS-2DM1-7xx, DS-2DM1-6xx, DS-2DM1-5xx, and so on

Zoom camera: DS-2DZ216MF, DS-2DZ2116, DS-2ZCN2006, DS-2ZCN2007, DS-2ZMN2007, DS-2ZMN2006, and so on

Intelligent traffic camera: (i)DS-2CD91xx、DS-2CD9xx, and so on 
 

3. Intelligent devices 

Behavior analysis, ATM protection, automatic tracking, passenger flow counting, face recognition, intelligent traffic event, and so on
 

4. Other IP devices 

CVR, Alarm host, Multi-screen controller, IP module, and so on
 

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Device Network SDK (for Linux 64-bit)
6.1.6.3

Device Network SDK (for Linux 64-bit)

375 MB

Version: V6.1.6.3_build20200925

The device network SDK is developed based on private network communication protocol, and it is designed for the remote connection and configuration of embedded DVR, Encoder, IPC and the other IP devices.

The functions supported by the SDK

1. Live view, playback, remote file download, PTZ control, arm/disarm, voice talk, log query, decoding card function, etc.

2. Remote upgrade, remotely reboot, remotely shut down, remotely format hard disk, and device configuration (system configuration, channel configuration, serial port configuration, alarm configuration, users configuration), etc

 It applies to, but are not limited to the following product model: 

1. Encoders or decoders 

NVR: DS-9600, DS-9500, DS-7700, DS-7600 series;

HDVR: DS-9000, DS-8000-ST, DS-7600 series;

DVR: DS-9100, DS-8100, DS-8000-S, DS-8800, DS-7800, DS-7300, DS-7200, DS-7100, DS-7000 series;

Encoder: DS-6600, DS-6500(-JX), DS-6100, DS-6401HFH, DS-6000 series;

Decoder: DS-6300D(-JX), DS-6400HD(-JX/-T), DS-6500D series

Remarks: including the model of -ST, -SH, -SE, -SN, -RT, -RH, -XT
 

 2. IP cameras or IP speed domes 

IPC: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, the thermal, e.g. DS-2CD1xxx series,DS-2CD7xx, DS-2CD71xx, DS-2CD72xx, DS-2CD8xx, DS-2CD81xx, DS-2CD82xx, DS-2CD84xx, DS-2CD83xx, DS-2CD20xx, DS-2CD21xx, DS-2CD22xx, DS-2CD23xx, DS-2CD26xx, DS-2CD27xx, DS-2CD30xx, DS-2CD31xx, DS-2CD32xx, DS-2CD33xx, DS-2CD40xx, DS-2CD41xx, DS-2CD42xx, DS-2CD62xx, and so on

IPD: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, e.g. DS-2DE71xx, DS-2DM72xx, DS-2DF72xx, DS-2DF1-7xx, DS-2DF1-6xx, DS-2DE51xx, DS-2DM52xx, DS-2DF52xx, DS-2DF1-5xx, DS-2DF1-4xx, DS-2DM1-7xx, DS-2DM1-6xx, DS-2DM1-5xx, and so on

Zoom camera: DS-2DZ216MF, DS-2DZ2116, DS-2ZCN2006, DS-2ZCN2007, DS-2ZMN2007, DS-2ZMN2006, and so on

Intelligent traffic camera: (i)DS-2CD91xx、DS-2CD9xx, and so on
 

3. Intelligent devices 

Behavior analysis, ATM protection, automatic tracking, passenger flow counting, face recognition, intelligent traffic event, and so on
 

4. Other IP devices 

CVR, Alarm host, Multi-screen controller, IP module, and so on 

 

Device Network SDK (for Windows 32-bit)

Device Network SDK (for Windows 32-bit)

622 MB

Version: V6.1.6.3_build20200925 (for Linux 32-bit)

The device network SDK is developed based on private network communication protocol, and it is designed for the remote connection and configuration of embedded DVR, Encoder, IPC and the other IP devices.

The functions supported by the SDK

1. Live view, playback, remote file download, PTZ control, arm/disarm, voice talk, log query, decoding card function, etc.

2. Remote upgrade, remotely reboot, remotely shut down, remotely format hard disk, and device configuration (system configuration, channel configuration, serial port configuration, alarm configuration, users configuration), etc.
 

The SDK is used as client. The client connects to the device actively, and then does operation about the device, live view, remote playback and download, PTZ control, voice talk and so on. It applies to, but are not limited to the following product model:

1. Encoders or decoders

NVR: DS-9600, DS-9500, DS-7700, DS-7600 series;
HDVR: DS-9000, DS-8000-ST, DS-7600 series;
DVR: DS-9100, DS-8100, DS-8000-S, DS-8800, DS-7800, DS-7300, DS-7200, DS-7100, DS-7000 series;
Encoder: DS-6600, DS-6500(-JX), DS-6100, DS-6401HFH, DS-6000 series;
Decoder: DS-6300D(-JX), DS-6400HD(-JX/-T), DS-6500D series
Remarks: including the model of -ST, -SH, -SE, -SN, -RT, -RH, -XT

2. IP cameras or IP speed domes

IPC: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, the thermal, e.g. DS-2CD7xx, DS-2CD71xx, DS-2CD72xx, DS-2CD8xx, DS-2CD81xx, DS-2CD82xx, DS-2CD84xx, DS-2CD83xx, DS-2CD20xx, DS-2CD21xx, DS-2CD22xx, DS-2CD23xx, DS-2CD26xx, DS-2CD30xx, DS-2CD31xx, DS-2CD32xx, DS-2CD33xx, DS-2CD40xx, DS-2CD41xx, DS-2CD42xx, DS-2CD62xx, and so on
IPD: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, e.g. DS-2DE71xx, DS-2DM72xx, DS-2DF72xx, DS-2DF1-7xx, DS-2DF1-6xx, DS-2DE51xx, DS-2DM52xx, DS-2DF52xx, DS-2DF1-5xx, DS-2DF1-4xx, DS-2DM1-7xx, DS-2DM1-6xx, DS-2DM1-5xx, and so on
Zoom camera: DS-2DZ216MF, DS-2DZ2116, DS-2ZCN2006, DS-2ZCN2007, DS-2ZMN2007, DS-2ZMN2006, and so on
Intelligent traffic camera (capture camera): (i)DS-2CD93xx, DS-2CD92xx, (i)DS-2CD91xx, DS-2CD9xx, DS-TCG225, DS-TCG113 and so on

3. Intelligent devices

Behavior analysis, ATM protection, automatic tracking, passenger flow counting, face recognition, intelligent traffic event, and so on

4. Other IP devices

CVR, Alarm host, Multi-screen controller , IP module, and so on.

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Device Network SDK (for Windows 64-bit)

Device Network SDK (for Windows 64-bit)

571 MB

Version: V6.1.6.3_build20200925

The device network SDK is developed based on private network communication protocol, and it is designed for the remote connection and configuration of embedded DVR, Encoder, IPC and the other IP devices. 

 

The functions supported by the SDK 

1. Live view, playback, remote file download, PTZ control, arm/disarm, voice talk, log query, decoding card function, etc. 

2. Remote upgrade, remotely reboot, remotely shut down, remotely format hard disk, and device configuration (system configuration, channel configuration, serial port configuration, alarm configuration, users configuration), etc. 

 

 It applies to, but are not limited to the following product model:

1. Encoders or decoders 

NVR: DS-9600, DS-9500, DS-7700, DS-7600 series;

HDVR: DS-9000, DS-8000-ST, DS-7600 series;

DVR: DS-9100, DS-8100, DS-8000-S, DS-8800, DS-7800, DS-7300, DS-7200, DS-7100, DS-7000 series;

Encoder: DS-6600, DS-6500(-JX), DS-6100, DS-6401HFH, DS-6000 series;

Decoder: DS-6300D(-JX), DS-6400HD(-JX/-T), DS-6500D series

Remarks: including the model of -ST, -SH, -SE, -SN, -RT, -RH, -XT

2. IP cameras or IP speed domes 

IPC: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, the thermal, e.g. DS-2CD1xxx series, DS-2CD7xx, DS-2CD71xx, DS-2CD72xx, DS-2CD8xx, DS-2CD81xx, DS-2CD82xx, DS-2CD84xx, DS-2CD83xx, DS-2CD20xx, DS-2CD21xx, DS-2CD22xx, DS-2CD23xx, DS-2CD26xx, DS-2CD27xx, DS-2CD30xx, DS-2CD31xx, DS-2CD32xx, DS-2CD33xx, DS-2CD40xx, DS-2CD41xx, DS-2CD42xx, DS-2CD62xx, and so on

IPD: standard definition, high definition, the infrared, e.g. DS-2DE71xx, DS-2DM72xx, DS-2DF72xx, DS-2DF1-7xx, DS-2DF1-6xx, DS-2DE51xx, DS-2DM52xx, DS-2DF52xx, DS-2DF1-5xx, DS-2DF1-4xx, DS-2DM1-7xx, DS-2DM1-6xx, DS-2DM1-5xx, and so on

Zoom camera: DS-2DZ216MF, DS-2DZ2116, DS-2ZCN2006, DS-2ZCN2007, DS-2ZMN2007, DS-2ZMN2006, and so on

Intelligent traffic camera: (i)DS-2CD91xx、DS-2CD9xx, and so on

3. Intelligent devices 

Behavior analysis, ATM protection, automatic tracking, passenger flow counting, face recognition, intelligent traffic event, and so on

4. Other IP devices 

CVR, Alarm host, Multi-screen controller , IP module, and so on 

 
Hikvision Card Linux SDK V5.1(For DS-4200 & DS-4000 Series Card)
5.1

Software Name：Hikvision Card Linux SDK V5.1(For DS-4200 & DS-4000 Series Card)

Software Size：3.3MB

Software Description：Hikvision Card Linux SDK supports to develop software for DS-4200 & DS-4000 series card under the Linux environment. 

Download：Download

Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.0 (For DS-4200 & DS-4000 Series Card)
6.0

 

Software Name：Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.0 (For DS-4200 & DS-4000 Series Card)

Software Size：23MB

Software Description：Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.0 supports to develop software for DS-4200, DS-4100 & DS-4000 series card under the Windows environment. It contains SDK, drivers, demo and user manual.

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Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.5 (For DS-4300 Series Card)
6.5

Software Name：Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.5 (For DS-4300 Series Card)

Software Size：31.9MB

Software Description：Hikvision card Windows SDK V6.5 supports to develop software for DS-4300 series card under the Windows environment. It contains SDK, drivers, demo, and user manual.

Download：Download

Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.52 (for windows X64)
6.52

 

Software Name：Hikvision Card Windows SDK V6.52 (for windows X64)

Software Size：30.3

Software Description：Hikvision card Windows SDK V6.52 supports to develop software for DS-4X00 series card under the Windows X64 environment. It contains SDK, drivers, demo, and user manual.

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Player SDK (for Windows 32-bit)
7.3.6.60

Player SDK (for Windows 32-bit)

4.51MB

Version: V7.3.6.60

Support Email： sdk@hikvision.com

Key updates

1. Added API PlayM4_SetConfigFontPath to set font library for OSD

2. Software decoding is supported by panoramic camera.

3. To support the fisheye dewarping function and 360 degree panoramic dewarping function, if the dewarping image cannot be displayed during playing, you should download the DirectX plug-in in the website of https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?stat=1&id=8109 and install it.

Updated: 2018-09-28

Player SDK (for Windows 64-bit)
7.3.6.60

Player SDK (for Windows 64-bit)

5.05MB

Version: V7.3.6.60

Support Email： sdk@hikvision.com

Key updates

1. Added API PlayM4_SetConfigFontPath to set font library for OSD

2. Software decoding is supported by panoramic camera.

3. To support the fisheye dewarping function and 360 degree panoramic dewarping function, if the dewarping image cannot be displayed during playing, you should download the DirectX plug-in in the website of https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?stat=1&id=8109 and install it.

Updated: 2018-09-28

PlayerSDK_V7.3.3.30 (for Linux 32-bit)
7.3.4.30

 

Software Name：PlayerSDK_V7.3.3.30 (for Linux 32-bit)

Software Size：2.5MB

Software Description:

The Player SDK (hereby referred to as “The SDK” or “The player SDK”) is the secondary development kit for HIKVISION DVR, Encoder and Decoder, IP devices and compression cards, etc (Please refer to the programmer manual for detail support list of HIKVISION devices).

 

Main functions of the Player SDK:

Real time stream live-view, recording file playback with player control functions such as pause, step forward, step backward, and the SDK can also get stream information such as file index, decoding frame info, resolution, frame rate. The SDK also supports BMP and JPG snapshot.

 

Key Updates:

 

1. Added Fish-eye Multi-Screen correction function

2. Added avi playing format

3. Supports PanoVu camera code stream. 

4. Fixed decoding abnormal crash problem

 

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PlayerSDK_V7.3.3.30 (for Linux 64-bit)
7.3.3.30

 

Software Name：

PlayerSDK_V7.3.4.30 (for Linux 64-bit)

Software Size：2.58 MB

Software Description：

The Player SDK (hereby referred to as “The SDK” or “The player SDK”) is the secondary development kit for HIKVISION DVR, Encoder and Decoder, IP devices and compression cards, etc (Please refer to the programmer manual for detail support list of HIKVISION devices).

 

Main functions of the Player SDK:

Real time stream live-view, recording file playback with player control functions such as pause, step forward, step backward, and the SDK can also get stream information such as file index, decoding frame info, resolution, frame rate. The SDK also supports BMP and JPG snapshot.

 

Key Updates:

1. Added Fish-eye Multi-Screen correction function

2. Added avi playing format

3. Supports PanoVu camera code stream. 

4. Fixed decoding abnormal crash problem

 

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Windows Driver for DS-4000/4100/4200/4300 Card

 

Software Name：Windows Driver for DS-4000/4100/4200/4300 Card

Software Size：3.40MB

Software Description：Windows 32-bit and 64-bit card drivers are included, please read the Hikvision Card Windows Driver install Notes and FAQs(included in the downloading file) before installation.

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IMPORTANT! This model requires non-standard firmware. Do Not Install standard firmware (e.g. v.4.1.xx) on this model. Doing so will permanently damage your system. You must use custom firmware v.4.1.25 from the iDS-9632NXI-I8/16S product page.

View the most updated version of this document here:

https://techsupportca.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/17000113531-i-series-nvr-firmware-upgrade-instructions

 

The I-series NVR (such as the DS-7716NI-I4) is one of Hikvision's most popular and feature-rich recorders. As such, many firmware revisions have been introduced over the years to continually ensure the product is compatible with the newest technology available. Due to the many revisions, we recommend that the user closely follows the instructions below in order to reduce the amount of time spent as well as the chance of failure.

 

Database Optimization and Repair

As more affordable IP cameras are introduced over time with greater video resolution and data sizes, more efficient database management also becomes necessary. The introduction of firmware v4.0 brought about a new database architecture in order to be futureproof.

 

After upgrading to v4.X, the recorder database will need to be converted and optimized. If you are experiencing issues where playback is expected but not found, make sure "Database Repair" is performed as indicated in the procedures and scenarios below.

 

Preparing the Upgrade

Before proceeding with upgrade, it is recommended that NVR configuration file is exported from the NVR over the network or on to a local USB drive.

 

Upgrading from v3.4.92 build 170518 or Older

  1. All recorders must reach v3.4.92 before proceeding further. Upgrading from versions before v3.4.92 directly to any version of v4.X will likely cause the recorder to fail.
  2. If the recorder is already at v3.4.92, a full factory default is highly recommended before upgrading to any version of v4.X. There is a high chance of unit failure (requiring RMA) if the unit is not defaulted before upgrade.
  3. After reaching v3.4.92 and performing a full factory default, an upgrade directly to v4.50.00 is acceptable.
  4. After the upgrade is completed and the recorder is reprogrammed, it may be beneficial to perform a Database Repair. For details, refer to the section "Database Optimization and Repair" above.
  5. To verify repair progress, you may refer to the HDD status, or search the recorder log for repair started and stopped entries. Note that while the HDD is repairing, new recordings are still being made, but some existing recordings may not be searchable until repair is complete.
  6. If you continue to observe playback issues after database repair, ensure there are no power, network, or motion detection issues. Should the problem persist, contact technical support.

 

Upgrading from Any v4.X Build to v4.50.00.

  1. Any v4.X build can be upgraded directly to v4.50.00.
  2. Export configuration is highly recommended before performing the upgrade.
  3. If upgrading from any v4.X version that was not v4.22.005, a Database Repair is recommended. Refer to Step 4 and onwards in the previous section.

 

Downgrading

Downgrading is not recommended. Due to new features and parameters constantly being added, downgrading may cause the NVR to factory default itself or require a manual default to operate properly.

View the most updated version of this document here:
K-Series DVR upgrade instruction
The Turbo 4 Hybrid DVR K series has multiple models and across different platform and chipset. It also has similar firmware development of other recording product line; DVR K series has also introduced the GUI4.0 to ensure the series to be compatible to the newest technology available. The new database architecture is also brought into the DVR firmware v4.0 to be future proof and for better recording search experience. 
 


Database Optimization and Repair

As more affordable cameras introduced over time with greater video resolution and data sizes, more efficient database management also becomes necessary. The introduction of firmware v4.0 brought about a new database architecture in order to be futureproof.
After upgrading to v4.X, the recorder database will need to be converted and optimize. If you are experiencing issues, where playback is expected but not found, please make sure to perform "Database Rebuild" as indicated in the procedures and scenarios below.
 


Preparing the Upgrade

Before proceeding with upgrade, it is recommend exporting DVR configuration file from the DVR over the network or on to a local USB drive.

 

Action after firmware upgraded 

1. Upgrade the DVR according to the chart above. 

2. Reconfirming Channel's Recording Schedule 

    - Confirm channel's recording schedule is enable. 

    - Check if the channel is on correct recording schedule.

3. Double Check Storage Setting

    - Make sure all channel are assigned to record on its HDD group when the Storage setting is under Group Mode. 

4. Perform Database Rebuild locally. 

    • Some version above support Database Rebuild via web access - K51 and K72

    • Perform Database Rebuild regardless if system is having any database issue symptom. 

    • Database Rebuild process is average ~30 to 60min per TB. The process may still varies depends recording data.

    • After Database Rebuild - Check log to confirm Database Rebuild has went thru properly. 

    • If Database Rebuild Started and Stopped log has been log only within few minutes. Database rebuild may not has been completed properly. It is strongly recommend performing the Database Rebuild again.

    • To check log > System > Log > Information > Database Rebuild Started and Stopped.

    • If the log option is not available - access system via SSH can also obtain similar result.

5. Recording Data is still missing after database rebuild process. 

If the data has not been recorded or has been overwritten, Database rebuild process is not able retrieve those lost data. Have the system upgraded to the latest available firmware version above to prevent any future data lost is strongly recommended for all application.

 

 

 

 

In light of the global semiconductor shortage, Hikvision has made some hardware changes to the DS-76xxNI-Q1(2)/P NVRs, also known as “Q series.”

 

These changes do not have any effect on the performance, specifications, or the user interface of the NVRs. For the ease of reference, these modified units are known as “C-Version” units. This is clearly indicated on the NVR label and on the box by the serial number.

 

The only difference between the “C-Version” and “non-C-Version” is the firmware. The firmware is not interchangeable:

 

  • The C-Version NVRs must use firmware version v4.31.102 or higher.
  • The non-C-Version (Q series) NVRs must use firmware version v4.30.085 or older.

 

Please do not be alarmed if a “Firmware Mismatch” message pops up on the screen during the firmware upgrade. This simply means that the firmware does not match the NVR’s hardware. Simply download the correct firmware and the upgrade will go through without any issue.

In light of the global semiconductor shortage, Hikvision has made some hardware changes to the Value Express Series NVRs

These changes do not have any effect on the performance and specification of the recorders. For ease of reference, these modified units are known as “C-Version” units. This is clearly indicated on the NVR label and on the box by the serial number.

The only difference between the “C-Version” and “non-C-Version” is the firmware. The firmware is not interchangeable:

  • The C-Version NVRs must use firmware version v4.30.216 or higher.
  • The non-C-Version (Q series) NVRs must use firmware version v3.4.104 or older.

Please do not be alarmed if a “Firmware Mismatch” message pops up on the screen during the firmware upgrade. This simply means that the firmware does not match the NVR’s hardware. Simply download the correct firmware and the upgrade will go through without any issue.

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