This article explains how to fix the error "Playback Failed" or “No Record File” on Hikvision devices. A message "No Match Record Files" usually also shows up.

The issue is related to the HDD or micro SD card recording.
How to fix the Hikvision Playback Failed error
Here are the steps to fix the Hikvision Playback Failed error
- Log into the Hikvision camera or recorder;
- Go to Configuration >> Storage >> Storage Management;
- Select the HDD or Micro SD card;
- Click Format;
- Go to Configuration >> Storage ?> Schedule Settings;
- Select the Record Schedule tab;
- Click the "Delete All" button;
- Create a new Recording Schedule.
Be aware that all the data will be erased, and any recording will be lost.
After these steps, you can set up the recording schedule again.
The pictures below show the complete process...
- Format the HDD

- Delete the Record Schedule

- Create a New Recording Schedule

Troubleshooting
Perhaps you can face a problem related to HDD or micro SD not recognized.
If that's the case, please remove the storage and insert it again.
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Claudemir Martins is a former Samsung Engineer with 16+ experience in the surveillance industry. He has been traveling around 17 different countries to teach people how to design, and install CCTV systems.