This guide explains how to use Blue Iris with Camlocus for motion detection, recording, and cloud storage. This setup is recommended for reliable motion detection and event recording.

Download and install Blue Iris. This software can be purchased from Camlocus or Blue Iris directly.

Step 1 – Configure FTP Server:

Once you open it, please configure FTPS server. To retrieve FTP credentials please navigate to Camlocus Dashboard.

Dashboard -> Cameras -> Select Camera -> Actions -> Details -> Video Configurations -> FTPS
In Blue Iris please go to Settings -> FTP Servers -> Add -> Please check sample below:

Step 2 – Configure FTP Backup

Then go to Settings -> Storage -> New -> FTP Backup -> Configure:

Check Use FTP and click OK.

Step 3 – Configure Camera Recording

In Blue Iris click Add New Camera and type in any name. In the Short name field enter: ID-123. Replace 123 with your Camlocus Camera ID. You can find it in Camlocus Dashboard -> Cameras -> ID Column. Then go to Video tab and add your camera.

Record tab, check queue new clips for backup. Uncheck combine video.

Step 4 – Configure MP4 Recording Format

File format parameters: MP4

That’s it !

Step 5 – Verify Motion Uploads

If there is any motion, video will be recorded and uploaded to camlocus.