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    Is it OK to Install an IP Camera

    Wait, I figured they were both facing the same way.
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    Hacking your network from an IP camera

    I can't imagine anyone who works in network security allowing open ports into their home network through anything other than a VPN (or similar) device. The line "it is only a home network" is naive. So much network attacking is done in an automated or semi automated way that the "why would...
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    Is it OK to Install an IP Camera

    Sure. Why not? I find being slightly off axis gives a better image details, but it still works.
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    A standalone outdoor ip camera with features?

    As Nayr said, that is not an outdoor camera. OTOH. I have one in a junction box on the porch. It has no exposure to rain, so it works just fine. For Hikvision, camera models that end in "S" have the stand alone features you are looking for. For example, DS-2CD2622FWD-IZS. That box camera is a...
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    Will DS-2CD2432F-IW work with Blue Iris

    I have a few of these. The work perfectly with BI. I do not use the wifi interface.
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    Need help putting together an 18+ camera system

    Blue Iris on a strong CPU should have no problem. I have about a mix of cameras, .3MP to 3.1MP, around 18 cameras when you count secondary feeds. BI says 300 MP/sec. WiFI says 55Mbps, CPU is at 30-35%. i7-6700 at 4.0G, with 16G.
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    Setting up BI for Cam Viewing Over LAN Network

    My latest install is headless. bp2008's replacement web UI is great. If I need to do anything serious, I just TeamViewer in. That is also my remote access solution.
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    Dedicated License Plate Cam project

    Nayr is on the mark, especially about the IR being on axis with the camera and a dedicated camera. For my setup, my cameras are pretty far off the center line of traffic, so the LP cam only gets a small window of time to take a shot. I have to use a wider field of view camera covering the same...
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    Dahua 4MP w/IR Cannon Before.. After

    I was surprised at how small that looked in the image on the purchase link you had. You want big, try a Raytec or Larson Electronics.
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    Dahua 4MP w/IR Cannon Before.. After

    Very impressive. 10W power draw?
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    4.4.4.1- September 13, 2016

    I gather some more details and reported it.
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    4.4.4.1- September 13, 2016

    I hate to report an issue that may be unique to me. Always nice to get independent verification if I can.
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    4.4.4.1- September 13, 2016

    With this version (clean install on a new machine, with an imported .reg file) playback of a rotated image crashes Blue Iris. Tried this on two cameras with very different configurations. Can anyone reproduce this?
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    How to use Hikvision Audio and Alarm IO connections

    Sharing a power supply should be fine.
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    How to use Hikvision Audio and Alarm IO connections

    That probably won't work and might kill the camera. The alarm inputs on the camera are not looking for a power feed, they are just looking for a closed circuit. Those are called "dry contacts". Putting external voltage on that will not end well. To make it work you would need to setup a relay...
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    Home Insurance Policy requires monitored solution.

    I just replaced an older ADT system with a new DSC system. As a side project I looked at a home automation system like HomeSeer. HA is interesting, but could be a real time sump of tinkering and complications. I gave up on HA and focused only on the alarm system. My house was already wired, so...
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    Do i really need an NVR?

    Always record at max resolution. I like 10 fps. You aren't making movies, so 30 fps just wastes storage. I can't predict how long it will take to fill the cards, but I've never needed a video older than about 4 days.
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    Camera Location Advice

    Thanks for taking the time to post sample positions. I think of cameras in terms of "what" and "who". High cameras with a wide field of view show "what". Low, targeted cameras show "who". I don't try to cover everything; I focus on choke points. I'm used to yards with fences, so your layout...
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    Do i really need an NVR?

    Yes, you do not need an NVR. For 4 cameras, it is reasonable to not have a central system. If you have more cameras than that it could be inconvenient to have everything dispersed. You can always add an NVR later. Since each camera will probably use the same port, you will need to understand...
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    HIK 2232 vs 2332 QUESTION----NIGHT VISION-----

    You will not find anything that will throw usable IR light 200 feet at any reasonable price unless you are targeting a very reflective surface. So, license plates are easy because they reflect - people and clothing are hard. A good rule of thumb is take any mid-priced manufacturer's rating and...
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    I like the recent addition of camera IR toggle on off function - Thanks Blue Iris

    The control icon is just under the live view portion of the screen, above the time line, on the right side. If you do not see it, right click and select "Show PTZ Controls" on the menu.
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    Has anyone had sucess covering the red ir light?

    What you need is a sheet of IR pass filter material. BH Photo sells them in sheets up to 4" x 4". They are sold by Wratten number, which determines what frequencies get passed and blocked. It should block the visible portion of your lights. I haven't done this, but it should work. 87...
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    Need Mounting Help Suggestions

    You say steel and I think magnets. I'd go to great lengths to avoid putting holes in the stucco and styrofoam.
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