ZoneMinder V1.30.4 is coming back. The new release will be known as ZoneMinder130. This will bring back the original user interface. A lot of enhancements and bug fixes have been applied while making massive changes to bring it up to date so that it works with the latest Debian and Ubuntu systems.
It is currently in the final phase of beta testing and will be released to the public sometime in November 2024. I've been personally using V1.30.4 since 2017 with 13 cameras. I've had to stick with Debian 9 and decided it was time to upgrade. But, it would not be possible because I much prefer the original user interface. Not saying there is anything wrong with the latest ZoneMinder, just stating my preference. So, over the past few months, I have taken it upon myself to do this big upgrade and I must say it has turned out quite nice.
ZoneMinder130 will be available in a publicly accessible respository so will be easy to install using apt or aptitude. There is no complicated configuring, just install with apt and it will be ready to run once the installation has finished. Just set up your cameras and motion detection zones and you're ready to go.
It will be available for Debian 11 bullseye, Debian 12 bookworm, Debian 13 trixie, Ubuntu 22.04 jammy, and Ubuntu 24.04 noble.
The full source code will also be available for those who like to tinker. It includes clear instructions on how to get set up and build your own deb package.
I will post a link to my website real soon...
-Maurice
V1.30.4 Remastered
Re: V1.30.4 Remastered
I've decided to bite the bullet and release ZoneMinder130 to the public. I've been the only one testing it and it has been working very well for me. I have it running on my own production server now with 13 cameras and have not had any issues whatsoever. I chose to install the not yet officially released Debian 13 trixie on my own server so that I won't have to worry about upgrading the OS for a few years.
So, if there are any adventurous people out there who would like to try it out and hopefully provide some feedback, it would be greatly appreciated.
There are a number of aspects I haven't actually tested. For instance, I've only used IP cameras. I quit using my last analog camera about a year ago. But, I can't imagine them not working.
It still has Libvlc and cURL available for the source type for those who can make it work, but I will likely be removing both of those since there really is no need to use them since Ffmpeg works so well.
From the main ZoneMinder130 page on my website, you'll find a link to the installation page where you can learn how to install it. But, first be sure to read the release notes and the tips page. There are links for those there as well.
To get started, go to the ZoneMinder130 main page.
Post here with any questions you have or issues you may encounter. Thanks...
-Maurice
So, if there are any adventurous people out there who would like to try it out and hopefully provide some feedback, it would be greatly appreciated.
There are a number of aspects I haven't actually tested. For instance, I've only used IP cameras. I quit using my last analog camera about a year ago. But, I can't imagine them not working.
It still has Libvlc and cURL available for the source type for those who can make it work, but I will likely be removing both of those since there really is no need to use them since Ffmpeg works so well.
From the main ZoneMinder130 page on my website, you'll find a link to the installation page where you can learn how to install it. But, first be sure to read the release notes and the tips page. There are links for those there as well.
To get started, go to the ZoneMinder130 main page.
Post here with any questions you have or issues you may encounter. Thanks...
-Maurice
Re: V1.30.4 Remastered
I also like ZM 1.30.4 and once assembled a Puppy Linux dedicated to running Zoneminder 1.30.4 in 32 and 64 bit variants and produced a one-click installation via package for Puppy Linux (PET)
I will love to test out Zoneminder130 and introduce it to the Puppy Linux - Kennel Linux community.
I will post my experiences once I have secured a copy and have it installed!
I will love to test out Zoneminder130 and introduce it to the Puppy Linux - Kennel Linux community.
I will post my experiences once I have secured a copy and have it installed!