Adding a recorder

This process only applies to OnGuard versions 8.1 and up.

  1. Open the System Administration in OnGuard and log in, then select the Video menu and click on the Digital Video ...  menu item.

  2. Go to the Video Recorder tab, then click the Add button on the left-hand bottom side of the window to add a new video recorder device.


  1. Specify the various fields as described below:

    • Name: Enter a unique name for this video recorder entry

    • Video Recorder Type: Select Milestone from the list

    • Workstation: Enter the workstation name where OnGuard LS Communication Server is installed

    • Use Computer Name/Use IP Address of Video Recorder:Choose either option, and enter the IP or host name of the XProtect Recording Server.

    • XProtect Management Server: Open the list and choose the management server that was attached to OnGuard in the Adding a Management Server topic.




  1. Click OK to save the Video Recorder configuration.
  2. Click OK on the warning about a full download to the panel.
  3. Select the monitor zone and click OK to complete adding the recorder.