# CCTV Commissioning Checklist
Complete commissioning checklist for CCTV system installations.
## Pre-Installation Checks
### Site Survey Verification
– [ ] Camera positions match design
– [ ] Cable routes accessible
– [ ] Power outlets available
– [ ] Network infrastructure ready
– [ ] Lighting conditions assessed
### Equipment Verification
– [ ] All cameras on site
– [ ] NVR/DVR received
– [ ] Cables and connectors available
– [ ] Power supplies adequate
– [ ] Network switch capacity confirmed
## Physical Installation
### Camera Mounting
– [ ] Cameras securely mounted
– [ ] Height appropriate (2.5-3m typical)
– [ ] Angle covers intended area
– [ ] Tamper-resistant fixings
– [ ] Weather protection adequate
### Cable Management
– [ ] Cables properly secured
– [ ] No exposed cables
– [ ] Glands used where required
– [ ] Cable labels applied
– [ ] Separation from power cables
## Network Configuration
### IP Addressing
– [ ] Static IPs assigned
– [ ] IP scheme documented
– [ ] Gateway configured
– [ ] DNS settings correct
– [ ] No IP conflicts
### Network Security
– [ ] Default passwords changed
– [ ] Admin account secured
– [ ] User accounts created
– [ ] Access levels set
– [ ] Firewall rules applied
## Camera Configuration
### Basic Settings
– [ ] Date/time synchronized
– [ ] Camera names descriptive
– [ ] Resolution optimized
– [ ] Frame rate appropriate
– [ ] Compression balanced
### Image Quality
– [ ] Focus sharp
– [ ] IR cut filter working
– [ ] WDR enabled if needed
– [ ] Exposure correct
– [ ] White balance accurate
### Advanced Features
– [ ] Motion detection zones set
– [ ] Privacy masking applied
– [ ] Text overlay configured
– [ ] Audio enabled (if required)
– [ ] Analytics configured
## Recording Setup
### Schedule Configuration
– [ ] 24/7 recording OR
– [ ] Motion-based recording OR
– [ ] Schedule-based recording
– [ ] Pre/post event times set
– [ ] Recording quality verified
### Storage Management
– [ ] HDD capacity sufficient
– [ ] Overwrite enabled
– [ ] Archive schedule set
– [ ] Backup configured
– [ ] Storage monitoring active
## Remote Access
### Mobile App Setup
– [ ] Cloud service registered
– [ ] QR code scanned
– [ ] Devices added to app
– [ ] Push notifications enabled
– [ ] Remote playback tested
### Browser Access
– [ ] Web plugin installed
– [ ] HTTPS enabled
– [ ] Port forwarding/DMZ configured
– [ ] DDNS configured (if dynamic IP)
– [ ] Remote viewing tested
## Testing
### Image Testing
– [ ] Daytime image quality
– [ ] Night/IR image quality
– [ ] All cameras viewable
– [ ] No interference/artifacts
– [ ] Frame rate smooth
### Functional Testing
– [ ] Recording playback
– [ ] Motion detection trigger
– [ ] PTZ controls (if applicable)
– [ ] Alarm inputs/outputs
– [ ] Audio in/out
### Stress Testing
– [ ] All cameras recording
– [ ] Multiple users viewing
– [ ] Playback while recording
– [ ] Export function tested
– [ ] Backup tested
## Documentation
### As-Fitted Drawings
– [ ] Camera locations marked
– [ ] Cable routes shown
– [ ] Equipment positions noted
– [ ] IP addresses listed
– [ ] Passwords secured
### User Documentation
– [ ] Operating instructions
– [ ] User guide provided
– [ ] Remote access guide
– [ ] Troubleshooting tips
– [ ] Emergency contacts
### Handover Pack
– [ ] Commissioning certificate
– [ ] Equipment schedules
– [ ] Warranty information
– [ ] Maintenance schedule
– [ ] Training completed
## Sign Off
### Installer
– Name: _________________
– Company: _________________
– Signature: _________________
– Date: _________________
### Client
– Name: _________________
– Signature: _________________
– Date: _________________
### System Details
– Installation Address: _________________
– Number of Cameras: _________________
– NVR Model: _________________
– Storage Capacity: _________________
– Warranty Period: _________________
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*Use this checklist for every CCTV installation. Complete all items before handover.*
