The Hikvision HC-TIMELAPSE-365DAY-1CH-1Y licence activates time-lapse recording for one channel on Hik-Connect Team Mode for a full 12-month period.
It captures images at scheduled intervals and automatically compiles them into playable time-lapse videos stored securely in the Hik-Connect cloud. Perfect for tracking progress on construction projects, site renovations, or seasonal changes, it provides a simple, server-free solution for long-term visual documentation.
Administrators can customise capture intervals, playback speeds, and video compilation settings directly in the Hik-Connect web portal or mobile app. All footage is securely stored in the cloud, ensuring project visuals are protected from local equipment failure.
Other useful licenses within the Hik Connect Teams group
Key Features
-
1-year licence for 1 camera channel
-
365 days of continuous time-lapse capture
-
Automatic image capture and cloud-compiled playback
-
Fully integrated with Hik-Connect Team Mode (no local NVR required)
-
Configurable capture interval and playback speed
-
Remote management via mobile app or web browser
-
Encrypted cloud storage ensures footage security
-
Ideal for construction, agriculture, landscaping, retail fit-outs, or event setups
-
Easy activation using licence code – no additional software needed
Typical Use Cases
-
Construction Projects: Capture daily site progress for stakeholder updates.
-
Retail or Office Fit-outs: Showcase project milestones from start to completion.
-
Agriculture: Monitor crop or seasonal changes over long periods.
-
Public Works & Infrastructure: Document development of roads, bridges, or parks.
-
Events & Exhibitions: Record setup and takedown sequences for marketing use.
Specifications Table
| Attribute |
Specification |
| Model Number |
HC-TIMELAPSE-365DAY-1CH-1Y |
| Product Type |
Hik-Connect Team Mode Time-Lapse Licence |
| Number of Channels |
1 |
| Recording Duration |
365 Days (1 Year) |
| Capture Type |
Time-lapse (interval-based image capture) |
| Storage Location |
Hik-Connect Cloud |
| Platform |
Hik-Connect Team Mode |
| Access Interfaces |
Mobile App / Web Portal |
| Activation Method |
Licence Key via Team Mode Dashboard |
| Renewable |
Yes – annual renewal |
| Ideal For |
Construction, Projects, Agriculture, Long-Term Documentation |
| Manufacturer |
Hikvision |
Installer Notes
-
Ensure the camera is linked under a Hik-Connect Team Mode account before activation.
-
Each licence covers one camera channel only; additional licences required for multiple viewpoints.
-
Recommended to use a fixed-position camera for stable, consistent framing.
-
Choose an appropriate capture interval (e.g., every 10 min / hour / day) depending on project duration.
-
Verify internet stability to maintain consistent cloud uploads.
-
Use outdoor-rated Hikvision IP cameras for construction or harsh-site environments.
-
Enable scheduled image uploads during daylight hours for optimal visual consistency.
-
All captured images are automatically combined into time-lapse playback videos in the cloud.
-
Renew licence annually to maintain uninterrupted service and video availability.
FAQs – Hikvision HC-TIMELAPSE-365DAY-1CH-1Y
Q1. What does this licence enable?
It activates cloud-based time-lapse recording for one camera channel for 12 months within the Hik-Connect Team Mode system.
Q2. How does the time-lapse work?
The system captures still images at predefined intervals (for example, every 10 minutes) and compiles them into a playable time-lapse video stored in the cloud.
Q3. Do I need an NVR or on-site recorder?
No – all captures are uploaded directly to the Hik-Connect cloud, removing the need for local recording hardware.
Q4. How long are recordings retained?
All images and compiled videos are stored for the full 365-day licence period.
Q5. Can I adjust capture intervals?
Yes. Intervals and playback speeds are configurable through the Team Mode interface.
Q6. What if my internet drops out temporarily?
The camera buffers locally and uploads the next available frames once connectivity resumes.
Q7. Can I download the final video?
Yes – completed time-lapse videos can be exported from the Hik-Connect app or web portal.
Q8. What happens after one year?
Time-lapse capture and playback stop until the licence is renewed. Existing videos remain accessible during renewal overlap if the account stays active.
Q9. Is this licence suitable for continuous video recording?
No. It is designed exclusively for interval-based image capture (time-lapse), not full-motion recording.
Q10. What types of projects benefit most?
Construction, landscaping, infrastructure development, and marketing showcase projects benefit most from this long-term cloud-based visual documentation tool.
