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  1. trapper

    The official "WTF" thread

    I wonder if he did not have enough controller wire or he did not have pvc cutters.
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    export issue with nvr5216 16p 4ks2e

    thanks for the info. I just fired up an old windows lap top and was able to export no issue using wifi.
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    export issue with nvr5216 16p 4ks2e

    hello I am having an issue with exporting video from nvr. I select clip using scissors download starts and 3/4 way it shows a red x and failed to export. I am exporting over wifi on Mac. This is a new problem as it was working when I tried a few weeks ago. nvr web software version...
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    freeeeeeee dahua pfb204w mounts

    I have 3 of the dahua PFB204w mounts with hardware FREE FREE FREE for local pick up I am in Rancho Cucamonga CA. My dahua cameras have a different screw pattern and I tried to modify one mount with new screw holes. this mount will function as new.
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    new 5442 settings

    well I was overlooking a step in the camera I I found in the meta data section of the ivs setup human,veh and motion were all on. when I turn these off all is good.
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    new 5442 settings

    I have been running Andys version of the 5442 for w few weeks. I have motion detect turned off, no rule in the ivs and I still get ivs alerts in the timeline. I logged into the nvr turned off all ivs . When I log in to the camera via web turn off smart plan turning the light bulb gray and...
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    Golf Cart

    I think I am going to watch Caddy Shack today.
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    smart pss on Mac book air

    the above worked I was able to install and all is good. thanks spaceman
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    smart pss on Mac book air

    I just purchased the new Mac book air with the m2 chip. I downloaded smart pss and it gave me“SmartPSS ” can’t be opened because Apple cannot check it for malicious software. is there a work around for this . thanks much everyone
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    New IPCT442t ze s3

    hello I just set up my new ipct5442 I won from Andys lottery. I had no idea my old dahua 5231s were so outdated (Lower quality picture) . I am now forced to replace all my old 5231s with new t5442. I think Andy tricked me he gives you the first one free and gets you hooked. :). thanks again...
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    camera resets in am at random.

    thanks I will do the factory reset.
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    camera resets in am at random.

    I have 7 camera dahua system. several weeks ago had a power outage cameras reset when the power came on except for one. I had to remove the camera in the set up list and add it back. the camera came on and I had to reset all settings. Twice Over the last few weeks I noticed only this one...
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    EmpireTech 2023 Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday Sales Nov.20-24th

    Hello Andy thanks again for the lottery. second time winner 4th place this time #361 .
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    BI alternative

    Hello there was talk on a thread about a service similar to BI with a per camera fee. I tried to search the thread but was unsuccessful. I think it started with a S. Anyway can someone share the name with me. thanks much
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    Hall of shame

    here is a main panel repair just completed in the hi desert. renters were growers and did a power tap pre meter . they cut the bedroom wall open exposing the pipe between the weather head and the main panel. surgically cut the pipe open and tapped onto the main feed. after the tap they were able...
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    Nighttime Front vs. Rear Plates- Should I expect better?

    Every time I see a post like this it causes my to question my current LPR settings thinking I can get better. like mentioned above I end up disappointed and back to my original readable pics. Good is good,
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    EmpireTech 8th Anniverasay Sales July.18th-23rd

    is it possible that winner 212 and 213 are the same person.
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    camera specs

    I guess I should have opened the box . thanks
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    camera specs

    I came across this camera at a local bargain store . the box looks like a Dahua . Is this camera able to connect to my dahua nvr and if so is it worth the $10 asking price or just junk. thanks for any comments
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    Hall of shame

    yes early 2000 when solar really took off in California it was the Wild West . Every general contractor was jumping onboard the solar train. Most went out of business, bankrupt, lawsuits ect ect. Today it is more regulated with most city inspectors trained to spot deficiencies. But even today...
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    Hall of shame

    yes lic required
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    Hall of shame

    This is from a solar job I was recently called to do a repair. No wonder houses are burning down from solar installs
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    Solar - need some information if possible

    I sell/install solar in CA, I sell Enphase only between $1100 per panel comp roof and $1250 per panel tile roof, includes plans permits parts labor NEM everything. I stay away from battery installs for now as most don't make the ROI fast enough. your price appears on par and the equipment is...
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    Access camera footage on Mac

    For IE logging into cameras I use an old Asus with windows 10 laptop. I have to keep it plugged into the wall because the battery died. I am too cheap to replace it. I get too frustrated trying to do tasks on windows requires 3 to 4 steps to do task plus watch u tube videos phone a friend ect...
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    Access camera footage on Mac

    no my Mac is end of life 2011 version. trying to figure out next computer. for me Macs are so easy, I struggle with windows
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    Access camera footage on Mac

    I have been using Smart Pss on my Mac for a few years very easy to use, no issues
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    New T5442T-ZE gives web interface problems with IE11

    I experienced something similar a few day ago. I used config tool, selected camera camera choices appeared , double clicked the IE tab for the camera I wanted to view. I logged in with password and live view appeared. I was unable to access to settings act. logged out and tried again same thing...
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    Good alternatives to Dahua cameras.

    now you know why I suggested you default back to factory. most issues with these cameras are operator error.
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    Good alternatives to Dahua cameras.

    I had to default my cameras back to factory setting several times during initial set up due to changing too many things during set up and not knowing what I did wrong. eventually I was able to find where I was making an error and fix it. Just a suggestion.
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    Good alternatives to Dahua cameras.

    I encourage you to ask lots of questions on this forum. When I got my dahua system I had not clue how to set up. With the help of this forum and some basic research I was able to set up a 7 camera system, NVR LPR,etc with zero background in cameras. I have had my challenges but this form will...
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