Recent content by CoachZ

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    IPC-HDW5231R-Z semi-bricked - can ping and upgrade firmware but can't login

    I sure didn't. :( I have the bricked camera stored in a closet right now.
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    IPC-HDW5231R-Z semi-bricked - can ping and upgrade firmware but can't login

    Hi guys, I was viewing the live video feed of my IPC-HDW5231R-Z via the web interface when all of a sudden the feed dropped and I couldn't access the page any longer. I pulled the Ethernet cord out of the camera and let it reboot. I could ping the camera's IP, but couldn't access the UI. I...
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    Do I need waterproof RJ45 plugs for outdoor cameras?

    Oh, awesome. Thanks for the info!
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    Do I need waterproof RJ45 plugs for outdoor cameras?

    I'm going to be installing some cameras around my house (probably in soffit areas mostly). I'm planning to buy outdoor cable, like Ubiquiti TOUGHCable and cut it to length, but I was wondering if I need any kind of special RJ45 jacks or need to do anything for waterproofing/weatherproofing...
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    By the way -- if I order from Andy, is there anything else I need to buy separately, like a power adapter/POE injector or a mounting kit?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Oh sweet :-) Thanks, guys! Excited to give this a shot.
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Thank you! This thing looks like a real winner. So with a varifocal, camera, do you have to manually (physically) adjust the zoom? Or can that be done through software?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    I'm brand-new to these forums, and from my lurking I understand the Dahuas cameras are VERY highly-regarded, and this one in particular is great. My question is if there is any other camera in this price range that is anywhere near the quality of this model? In other words, is this thing...