Getting started

Let’s get it started: how to use Xeoma

From download to live camera view in minutes. Xeoma requires no installation, no admin rights, and works right out of the box on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android.

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Seven steps to your surveillance system

Follow these steps, and you’ll have a fully working video surveillance system with recording, motion detection, and remote access up and running in no time.

1
Download Xeoma

Download the version for your OS (Windows, Linux, macOS, Android). Unpack (for Linux). Both the server and the client parts are included in one file. No installation is needed for the desktop version.

2
Launch Xeoma

Double-click the file (or run from the console). By default, without a license, Xeoma starts in the Trial mode — full functionality, with unlimited launches. You can switch modes any time via Main Menu -> Information.

3
Welcome window

On first launch a welcome window appears with quick-start options: auto-scan for cameras, add a demo camera, and remote server connection. Choose one of the camera options to start working.

4
Cameras are found & added

Xeoma scans the local network automatically. Found cameras are added with a ready-made default module chain. Password-protected cameras appear in the “+” menu for manual credential entry.

5
View archive recordings

Click the Play button in the top-right corner of any camera preview, or the large Play button in the bottom panel, to open the built-in archive player.

6
Customize modules and chains

Click the Gear button in the top-right corner of any camera preview or the large Gear button in the bottom panel to open Detailed Settings, where you can add, remove, or reconnect modules. Try different motion detection zones, AI analytics, notifications, and more — all by drag-and-drop.

7
Buy and activate a license

Purchase the edition that fits your needs and activate it — online or offline. Forget about the 8-hour resets of the Trial version with any of the licenses. See more about editions below. Try before you buy.

What gets added with every camera

When Xeoma finds and adds a camera automatically, it creates a ready-to-use module chain with sensible defaults. You can change, remove, or extend it at any time.

Lite / Standard / Pro / Trial editions:

Universal Camera -> Scheduler -> Motion Detector -> Preview & Archive
Problems Detector -> Sending Email

Free / Starter editions:

Universal Camera -> Motion Detector -> Preview & Archive

The Scheduler is omitted in Free/Lite editions due to the module count limit per chain.

Tip: You can customize the default chain for all new cameras.

Where to go from here

Once your cameras are up and running, explore these topics to get the most out of Xeoma.

Topic What you’ll learn Link
Interface overview Learn more about the Xeoma interface, menus, icons, and options Section 2.2
How modules and chains work Chain logic, branching, wiring Section 2.3
Adding cameras Auto-scan, manual add, search by IP/password, bulk add by list Section 2.4
Archive and playback How to record footage with Xeoma and how to view it. Exclusive features in Xeoma’s archive Archive guide
Remote access How to connect to your Xeoma from a mobile app, a desktop program, or a web browser Section 5
Licensing and activation How to activate Xeoma online or offline, on virtual machines, or with hardware keys Section 4.4
Full User Manual Complete documentation for all modules, features, and settings Open manual

Choosing the right Xeoma edition

Xeoma starts in Trial mode with full functionality. When you’re ready to go permanent, pick the edition that fits your scale. Xeoma licenses are perpetual.

Lite

Up to 4 cameras and archives, up to 6 modules per chain. Remote access, PTZ available. Ideal for home and small business installations.

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Standard

Unlimited cameras and modules (depends on your license). All core features. Compatible with Pro licenses and Additional AI modules. 1 year of free updates included.

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Pro

All Standard features + professional modules (ANPR, Face Recognition, Smoke Detector and more). Enables API, PTZ touring, Xeoma Pro Your Cloud VSaaS and more.

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Free

Unlimited live view, up to 3 modules per chain, max 2 archive sources. No remote access. No ads. No time limit — use forever.

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Trial

Full functionality, unlimited cameras and modules. Settings reset every 8 hours. Archive stored for 1 hour. Great for evaluation — request a demo license for more time.

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Ready to start your surveillance system?

Download Xeoma for free — no installation, no registration required. Your cameras will be up and running in minutes.