Playing back high-resolution streams (like 8MP/4K) consumes significantly more resources than standard HD. 🛠️ Step-by-Step Solutions 1. Reduce the Number of Simultaneous Windows
Using H.265+ encoding reduces the bitrate. While this primarily saves hard drive space, it can also streamline the data processing required during playback. While this primarily saves hard drive space, it
The most immediate fix is to reduce the number of cameras you are trying to watch at once. If you are in a , switch to a 4-window view . Close any cameras you don't immediately need to see. 2. Lower the Playback Resolution (Sub-Stream) Close any cameras you don't immediately need to see
To help you get the best performance out of your system, could you tell me: What is your ? or iVMS-4200 software
Enable . This offloads the work from the software to your computer's graphics card. 💡 Pro Tips to Prevent Future Errors Check Your Datasheet
Entry-level NVRs often support playback of only 1 or 2 channels at 4K resolution, or 4 to 8 channels at 1080p.
If you are seeing the error message "Maximum number of channels under playback reached" on your Hikvision NVR, DVR, or iVMS-4200 software, you have hit a hardware or software streaming limit. This typically happens when you try to view too many camera feeds simultaneously in synchronized playback mode. ⚡ Why This Error Happens