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  1. L

    Face level cam at gas stations & government centers

    I know a lot of people on here recommend the dahua wedge for a face level door cam. I am considering this option but would prefer something smaller. Yes, the wedge's actual camera and dome are pretty small, but it still comes with a large base. I'm my mind, you want all your cameras to be...
  2. akiisi

    Camera freezes DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3

    Im on a project that has 4 camera (DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3) they are set to always tour if there is a reboot or a power loss then the cameras freeze to tour mode and wont move. As VMS im using Wisenet Wave. Only thing at this which fixes it is: Deleting the camera from the software and rebooting it...
  3. J

    Can I connect TP-Link WiFi extender to NVR?

    I have been trying to setup a wireless camera setup for a while now and one of my cameras is too far from my NVR. The kit I bought came with a WiFi extender so I am wondering if I can use it to extend the signal from my NVR.
  4. J

    Q-See NVR can only connect to 3/4 cameras

    I bought an NVR setup with 4 cameras from Costco recently and I have been trying to set them up. I have all 4 cameras plugged into the power sockets but only 3 of them actually connect to my NVR. When I unplug 1 of them, the 4th camera suddenly connects. Why is this happening and is there any...
  5. C

    Camera Compatibility with FLIR IP DNR118 Series

    Hello, im new to the this forum although i have read through other peoples post for some time doing my due diligence before purchasing the FLIR DNR118 ( got it really cheap ) and will be my first attempt at a self install. However i am having difficulty finding information on my particular...
  6. Z

    Extreme low light conditions

    Hello, I am currently working with iPolis SNZ-6320P. We work outdoors in changing locations (installing cameras per requirements for periods of 12-48 hours). I have two major problems with it: 1. I am not fully satisfied with its extreme low light conditions. (night with no lights) 2. usually...
  7. Marble68

    Project for my town - I don't know where to start

    So, my town has asked me to try and build them something that will be mounted next to the road. Big flashing sign "Local PD welcomes you" - they want it to scream surveillance. The cars will pass by at 50mph or so. The goal isn't to read the plates (but I'd like to be able to) - but to get a...
  8. S

    How to get Alrams from Camera like error logs

    Hi, I have hikvsion camera which i conected in network. I want to create interface with Network management server for errors. Thanks,
  9. S

    Controlling Wiper heater housing with Hikvision Camera

    Hi, I have housing which has wiper and heater function and i want to interface of housing with camera. How it will operate automatic and manual? Is there any interface with application Thanks,
  10. Keoki

    Dahua NVR Push Notifications

    Hi guys, after searching the internet and this forum I have still not figured out how to get my NVR to send push notifications or emails as they are supposed to. Here is my setup: DHI-NVR52A16-16P-4KS2 Dahua 16 Port PoE NVR DAN44BN52 Dahua Network Wedge Camera x2 I plugged the cameras one at...
  11. Kript

    Would love some advice

    Hey all, I'm so glad that there is a whole community of informed individuals like yourselves. I'm working on a project where I will need to take regular snapshots in an indoor parking lot, and am not sure what camera to use, or even what type of cameras exist for such an application. I will...
  12. D

    Wi-Fi Doorbell Camera with RTSP and/or ONVIF

    I am looking for a specific type of doorbell camera, and I have not been able to find one that meets my requirements, which are: Draws power from existing doorbell wiring / does not require any additional wiring Has a button which, when pressed, will ring the existing doorbell Connects via...
  13. gianluca

    iSpy PTZ PUT doesn't work! Help me!

    Hello everyone! is the first time I write in this forum and I hope to be in the right section! I bought an Onvif Cam and I'm trying to implement the PTZ for this camera not being supported by default. The code is this: <Camera id="256"> <Makes> <Make Name="HD" Model="IPC" />...
  14. P

    New guy needs help

    Hi guys, A few years ago my dad had a questionable guy install an "HD" system, Im not happy with the resolution/quality of this system, keeps malfunctioning and can't identify faces and license plates at 50 feet away which is how far the street is from my front door.. I want to replace this...
  15. B

    streaming peephole cam that fits over existing peep

    Hey, buddybear here, just found this place - major noob. Tried searching but didnt find anything. I have an apartment that i cant swap out the peephole due to rental agreement, but I've had lots of shady characters nearby. Looking for a peep camera that can record through an existing peep, and...
  16. P

    Picking camera for an apartment

    Moved to apartments recently and have been concerned about car parked outside. Lucky for me two windows are facing the parking lot where our car is. It is three level building and we are on second floor. Lighting on parking lot is fairly decent which would probably have to be the only source of...
  17. ZeusyZeus

    Need help building/picking a system

    Hello everyone so I went the normal route of consulting a security advisor but after they quoted me 1k$ for one Axis camera and a NVR I told him to go kick rocks and now I’m on here doing my own due diligence with you fine people. I almost pulled the trigger on this bad boy today...LaView...
  18. superman1233

    IP Camera with webserver - recommendations wanted

    Hi, I've bought a couple of "IP Cameras" off amazon in the past, and been disappointed in both cases to find that the cameras are only accessible through a specific Android app (or iphone). I naïvely thought that these cameras would be accessible through my browser but have since come to realise...
  19. B

    Can someone ID this camera for me?

    Hello, I recently bought a house that has security cams on the exterior but the power supply is missing. I have a DVR box that says the brand "Anran" but the cameras do not have any markings that i can see that identify the brand. I need to find out so I can figure out what power supply is...
  20. N

    Need a recommendation for a farm

    I am looking for outdoor, poe, preferably wdr, ip cameras for a farm. I also would prefer the cameras support local recording via SD cards to eliminate a need for a DVR. The less moving parts in the system the easier it will be for me to support. I have deployed two systems using Samsung...
  21. Markn1980

    Hikvision IP Camera stopped working and can't activate

    Hi, I bought Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2542FWD couple of days ago and already facing a problem.When I received the camera I plugged it into POE switch, went to the browser and used 192.168.1.64 to bring up the cameras feed. Everything worked fine and I even tried Blue Iris and IVMS 4200 client...
  22. Chris Rogers

    Looking for suggestions

    Hello everyone. I am looking to get an IP Camera for my home to be mounted outside. I live in Canada so it has to be cold resistant. I'd prefer PT but if the angle is wide enough stationary is fine. I have access to a plug which is feet away, so I'll use a powerline ethernet adapter for the...
  23. Q

    add PoE camera with powerline adapter

    I have a Laview NVR set up. Ethernet port of NVR is connected to a powerline adapter. Everything works fine. I want to put another camera in the garage. The NVR is on the 2nd floor. I don't want to run Cat5 cable from garage to the 2nd floor. I thought that I could plug the camera into an...
  24. DEVPIP

    WTS SOLD DAHUA IPC-HFW5231E-Z5

    Yep, I messed up. :smash:Maybe you can help. I have 10 brand new in the box IPC-HFW5231E-Z5 that I bought from Andy at Empire. I'm looking to sell at least 8 of them. I'm asking $190 for each including shipping. I'm in the Chicago area so if you're close maybe you can pick up your purchase...
  25. H

    Recoonect Amcrest wireless camera with new wifi

    Hello, I replace ATT wireless router with TWC wireless router. How do I reconnect my wireless cameras without physically taking it down from its location? Thanks.
  26. M

    BI build question re: low end CPU

    Hi, I am interested in setting up a PC in my rack for the purpose of camera recording around the house. BI has been recommended to me by nearly everyone so it seems to be the obvious choice. From what I have read, it is able to make use of QSV which is great as I would like to run BI on a 1150...
  27. Octagon

    Switch off IR in Hikvision camera's

    Does anyone know how to switch off IR on these camera’s: ds-2cd2035fwd-i ds-2cd2135fwd-is I especially bought "Darkfighter" camera's in order not to have IR reflection problems, only to find that IR can not be switched off. There is nothing in the NVR (DS-7608NI-12/8P) software and with...
  28. M

    Swann NVR - 3rd party camera?

    My buddy wants to add an additional camera to his Swann NVR8-7300 system (it came with 4). Has anyone successfully (and happily) added a non-Swann camera to a Swann NVR8-7300? If so, what brand/model did you buy? Thanks very much.
  29. Chrisponty

    IP cameras

    hi guys I hope this is the right place to post this. I am a total newbie to installing CCTV. I volunteer at a bird sanctuary in the UK, about a month ago somebody broke in and shot dead two of our eagles. We have raised some cash through the kind generosity of the public and would like to fit...
  30. Tuckerdude

    PTZ Cameras lagging behind Drone-Tech (A General Question)

    Hey folks...this seemed like the best place to ask this question. I am an avid Blue Iris User and have purchased dozens of cameras from lots of manufacturers. I currently have 26 cameras running with varying sizes and capabilities. My one big beef is with how big and bulky the "Quality" PTZ...
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