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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    I wouldn't say "not working great." I have mostly 5231s and the 5442 are equal, if not better, compared to the the 5231s.
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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    I was worried about my system too but after experimenting with two of the new cameras, the impact was minor to unnoticeable. Also do not need VP lenses if you know what lens you need, cheaper too.
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    Need help finding a specific camera

    Are people using the IPC-T5442TM-AS, 4231s, and 5231s for indoor? They are great cameras for the exterior but I'm not really sure what is recommended for indoors. IPC-HDBW4231F-AS ?
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    Review-Dahua SD1A203T-GN Starlight Mini PTZ

    Are there any upgraded versions of the SD1A203T-GN coming out or out that we know of? Think there is a 4MP coming out?
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    Help me to choose the right outdoor ip camera

    @SouthernYankee boom nailed it. Also look at IPC-HDW4231EM-AS
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z12E daylight mode

    How are you getting plates with these cameras? I have two I was going to put as a LPR going each way but they don't zoom enough. I have them on a mailbox too... I just send the camera a command every 15 minutes to refocus...
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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    My 5442 is the same as yours, no SmartIR. My 5231 has the SmartIR though.
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    Is the 5231 still TopDog?

    I tested with the IR off on both models and the 5442 blew the 5231 away. I've been trying to figure out which setting I changed because I don't think it should be like that.
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    Is the 5231 still TopDog?

    Don’t need varifocal if you when what lens and coverage you need. It also has smaller housing and footprint than 5231, which is better. I received my 5442 a few days ago and have been doing side by side comparisons with the 5231. Below is an example, the 5442 is better than the 5231, you can...
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    Is the 5231 still TopDog?

    Not sure if you are still looking but you should look at the T5442TM-AS. It is the 5231 but upgraded to 4MP.
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    Review-Dahua SD1A203T-GN Starlight Mini PTZ

    Can these cameras be mounted vertically or horizontally? I read on one of these pages that it can only be mounted horizontally.
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    Need help finding a specific camera

    I asked Andy he just mentioned the IPC-HDW4231EM-AS also. The new 4mp around PTZ though. I just received a IPC-T5442TM-AS that I've been playing with. I think they are awesome! But they don't seem to be receiving too much hype in looney2ns review.
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    Need help finding a specific camera

    Thanks, I just doubled the stats. Any recommendation on something better? Would you also know the HDW5231R-ZE equivalent without the motorized lens?
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    Need help finding a specific camera

    I need two cameras for indoors and struggling to find it. One camera is for my family room/kitchen and another in the garage, mounted about 15ft and 10ft high. I wanted something over 1080p, PTZ, night vision or starlight, zoom, and something as stealth as possible. Was looking at a SD1A203T-GN...
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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    The 5231 has a 1/2.8" sensor while the 5442 has 1/1.8" No one really commented on the increase in clarity going from 1080p to 1520p on the 4MP or whatever. Definitely noticeable.
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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    I do notice with the 2.8mm lens you can see more than the 5231 zoomed out. Edit: I think I just found out that more MPs does not get a wider viewing angle, correct? Wondering why I can see more with my 5442 than my 5231 side by side. My 5442 is 2.8mm fixed with 5231 being motorized lens, zoomed...
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    Review-OEM 4mp AI Cam IPC-T5442TM-AS Starlight+

    What's the consensus on these cameras? I ordered one from Andy last week but have not had time to play with it. You guys like the IPC-T5442TM-AS or sticking with IPC-HDW5231R-ZE
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    Using NACL and firmware updates - Issue

    Firefox works - thanks a lot!
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    Optimal Camera settings

    Then I read I should use VBR and the iframes should be the same as the fps? Then I’m not sure what I should have my bitrates at
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    Should BI identifying my cameras correctly?

    I left it and it wouldn't allow me to zoom in and out. I manually changed it to Dahua and Main Stream RTSP and it allowed me to zoom. Do I need to manually set all of my cameras? Why wouldn't BI recognize the camera as a motorized lens with zooming capabilities.
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    Optimal Camera settings

    I've seen the BI settings sticky with great recommendations but are there recommendations for camera settings? Currently have the attached settings but no idea if they are recommended. Camera is a IPC-HDW5231R-ZE
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    Should BI identifying my cameras correctly?

    I have a few IPC-HDW5231R-Z cameras but when I go to Find/Inspect, it sets it is: Generic/ONVIP RTSP H.264/H.265/MJPG/MPEG4 Shouldn't it identify as a Dahua camera?
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    Using NACL and firmware updates - Issue

    I can use the NACL plugin in Chrome but it does not show video. I can change the settings and save but it does not show live video. BI shows the live video, no problem. I tried IE with the same result, I can edit settings but no live video. Using mostly IPC-HDW5231R-Z cameras. I also have an...
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    Review-Dahua SD1A203T-GN Starlight Mini PTZ

    Is there an updated version of this camera? Looking to buy a PTZ camera with IR for indoor with decent zoom. Most likely for garage and kitchen.
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    Review-Dahua 4mp SD22404T-GN 4x Mini PTZ Speed Dome

    Whats the difference between SD22204UE-GN and SD22404T-GN
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    Did I Miss Something or Is Eco Savvy 4.0 (Pro AI) New ?

    Any reviews of the IPC-T5442TM-AS yet?
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    Dahua 2MP Starlight Lineup

    Do we have any indication on timing?
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    Dahua 2MP Starlight Lineup

    So are these 4MP coming out Starlight cameras? Are the only Starlight cameras 2MP right now?
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    Buying more Dahua cameras - been awhile..

    What are these the cameras below best suited for? The first 2 are 2MP but the 5231 just has better FPS? With the 5831 being 8MP. Are there any 4MP Dahuas? I couldn't find any. IPC-HDW2231R-ZS IPC-HDW5231R-ZE IPC-HDW5831R-ZE I have a specific spot to put the camera in but it would probably be...
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    Buying more Dahua cameras - been awhile..

    Does anyone think a cheap Chinese camera can snag a license plate from 15ft? HDW4433C-A I have a few of these and they've worked fine for a few years.