SD Cards for Video Cameras
A secure digital (SD) card is a type of memory card typically used in digital cameras and other portable devices. Some cameras support SD cards and can be configured to record to them 24/7. This feature is known as onboard recording.
Enabling Onboard Recording
After confirming that you have the right camera and a compatible SD card, if you do not see an option for onboard recording, you can text a Support Representative any time at 469.513.8685 to discuss what service best fits your needs.
Video Cameras
Brinks Home™ currently supports the following compatible cameras. Click on the camera name to jump to the corresponding SD card installation instructions:
- • ADC-V515 on firmware version 0.0.5.096+
- • ADC-V523/523X on firmware version 0.6.1.151+
- • ADC-V723/723X on firmware version 0.6.1.151+
- • ADC-V724/724X
Supported SD Cards
The following SD cards are known to be compatible with the above listed video cameras:
- • Western Digital micro SD cards (64GB, 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB cards)
- • SanDisk High Endurance
- • Micron Industrial Memory cards
Estimated Recording Durations
The table below estimates the number of days each SD card can record based on quality and memory capacity.
Recording Quality |
32GB |
64GB |
128GB |
256GB |
Low: 640x360 at 10 fps |
7 days |
15 days |
29 days |
59 days |
Medium: 1280x720 at 10 fps |
4 days |
7 days |
15 days |
29 days |
High: 1920x1080 at 15 fps |
2 days |
4 days |
7 days |
15 days |
Max: 1920x1080 at 30 fps |
1 days |
2 days |
5 days |
10 days |
Recording Rules
In order to start recording, an onboard recording rule will need to be created. Follow the steps below to create an onboard recording rule.
- Log in to the Brinks Home App.
- Click Video.
- Click Recording Rules.
- Click Local Recordings.
- Click Add New Schedule.
- Click Onboard.
- Use the dropdown menu to select the desired device for this rule.
- Configure the rule, then click Save.
Installing an SD Card in an ADC-V515
- Verify the device is upgraded to the latest firmware available.
- Locate the SD card slot on the bottom side of the camera near the QR code and MAC address.
- Orient the micro SD card with the metal pins facing towards the front of the camera.
- Insert the SD card into the slot until it clicks.
Installing an SD Card in an ADC-V523
- Verify the device is upgraded to the latest firmware available.
- Pull open the rubber tab on the bottom side of the camera near the QR code and MAC address.
- Insert the micro SD card into the slot until it clicks.
- Replace the rubber cover.
Installing an SD Card in an ADC-V723
- It is recommended to insert the micro SD card before the camera is mounted to minimize the chance of dropping the card. If the camera is mounted, remove the camera in order to more easily access the SD card slot.
- Unscrew the 2 screws on either side of the door found on the bottom face of the camera near the QR code and MAC address.
- Carefully lift then rotate the door open to provide clearance for inserting the card into the slot for the SD card. Take care not to tug the door which could separate it from the camera.
- Insert the micro SD card until it clicks.
- Replace the door and screw the 2 screws back firmly into place.
Installing an SD Card in an ADC-V724
- It is recommended to insert the micro SD card before the camera is mounted to minimize the chance of dropping the card. If the camera is mounted, remove the camera in order to more easily access the SD card slot.
- Unscrew the 2 screws on either side of the door found on the bottom face of the camera near the QR code and MAC address.
- Carefully lift then rotate the door open to provide clearance for inserting the card into the slot for the SD card. Take care not to tug the door which could separate it from the camera.
- Insert the micro SD card until it clicks.
- Replace the door and screw the 2 screws back firmly into place.