Getting Started with CCTVplanner
Everything you need to know to start designing professional CCTV systems with CCTVplanner.
What is CCTVplanner?
CCTVplanner is a web-based tool for designing and planning CCTV camera systems. It helps installers, integrators, and designers create professional camera layouts on floor plans — complete with field of view visualization, cable routing, and PDF report generation.
Key Features at a Glance
Floor Plan Designer
Upload PDF floor plans and design camera layouts visually
Camera Placement
Add cameras with real FOV cones, adjust angles and lens settings
Cable Routing
Draw cable routes and automatically calculate total cable length
PDF Export
Generate professional reports for clients with one click
Quick Start Workflow
Follow these steps to create your first CCTV design:
Create a new project from the Dashboard
Upload your floor plan (PDF or image)
Set the scale by marking a known distance
Place cameras on the layout and configure their settings
Adjust field of view cones to verify coverage
Draw cable routes between cameras and equipment
Export your design as a professional PDF report
System Requirements
CCTVplanner runs entirely in your web browser. No software installation required.
- Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari)
- Internet connection for saving and syncing projects
- Screen resolution of 1280x720 or higher recommended
- PDF floor plans or image files (PNG, JPG) for upload
Subscription Plans
CCTVplanner offers a free tier to get started, plus Premium and Enterprise plans for advanced features like unlimited projects, multi-floor support, and team collaboration. See the Subscription Plans documentation for full details.
Ready to Design Your System?
Put these guides into practice. Try CCTVplanner free and create professional CCTV designs.