Correct. Dahua no longer makes the "Z" model. The change is for the next generation 5231, as they increased the varifocal angles a hair on both ends, and added extended POE, for the same price. Better is subjective. Paper specs are better for the same price. It looks different as it has a black "face" now. It does posses the two independent IR lights. They have been re-located to the top and bottom of the lens, instead of both below horizontally. You would have to find some old stock if you wanted them to match your current "Z's". There are plenty of them out there.So the HDW5231R-ZE has replaced this model, correct? Why the change and is the new version better? Looks like it doesn't have the separate IR lights anymore (assuming that's what the two smaller circles are)? I have 3 of the Z version and I was looking to add one more, but wanted them to all be the same.
Unfortunately, that link is approaching 2 years old and directs to a different camera. Although they look the same as the 5231R-Z, the 2231's do not have an on-board microphone, extended POE and are limited to 2 streams. They do have the newer varifocal lens (2.7mm-13.5mm) of the ZE model, and are $55 cheaper.So the link on the first post is not the HDW5231R-ZE ?? I ordered 2 thinking I was getting the HDW5231R-ZE :
Dahua IPC HDW2231R ZS 2MP starlight IR Eyeball Network Camera IPC HDW2231R ZS without logo ,free shipping-in Surveillance Cameras from Security & Protection on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
what does seperate the IR lights mean?
I removed the incorrect link.@fenderman @bp2008 Can the link in the OP to Andy’s store (that used to pull up the 5231) be removed now that Dahua no longer makes this model? Might be worth adding a link to the 5231R-ZE review thread at the beginning of the OP so folks finding this thread get pointed in the right direction.
The link in the OP (to Andy’s store) pulls up the 2231, which is confusing because it looks like the 5231, but isn’t.
Yes, this Sunday we will get enough stock, and just update the stock on it , thank you.@EMPIRETECANDY Hey Andy was checking your Ali site and it shows no stock on the IPC-HDW5231R-ZE do your know when you'll have some?
OK, looks like there is a different link for this camera than shown in the post above. They show in stock at this location (though a few dollars more):
IPC HDW5231R ZE 2MP WDR IR Eyeball Network Camera IPC HDW5231R ZE ,free DHL shipping-in Surveillance Cameras from Security & Protection on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
well, Ordered one from this new link and now it shows no stock. We'll see.
This: Review-Dahua Starlight IPC-HDW5231R-ZE 800 meter capable ePOEIs this the same camera?
DAHUA English 2MP POE IR Eyeball IP Camera IPC HDW5231R ZE POE SD Card slot Starlight network web Cam replace IPC HDW5231R Z-in Surveillance Cameras from Security & Protection on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
Also, I am looking to replace a bunch of Hikvision comes with turrets as I am tired of figuring out the clouds... Happy to stick to fixed lenses for most of them if there is a cheaper model?
i would prefer not to replace my Hikvision NVR if possible. How well do the Dahua came play with the Hik NVRs?
With the Hikvision nvr you won't be able to use any of the IVS features for event triggering, and configuring the camera via the nvr will be very limited. I went through this and sold my LTS (same as Hikvision) nvr and replaced it with a dahua nvr. The big system cost is with the cameras, and the big work is with running the wires. The nvr is the "tail wagging the dog". It hurt taking a loss on the nvr but I don't have even the slightest regret.i would prefer not to replace my Hikvision NVR if possible. How well do the Dahua came play with the Hik NVRs?
Unlikely, unless you were really rough with the clean up.Am I missing some resistors?
Ir should be below the lens.I'm getting close to mounting these (I got 3 from Andy) .. I will be mounting them vertically to wood siding..
I'd like to avoid using boxes and just stuff the cables into the wall..
I'm not sure how to orient the backplate ..
I'm also not sure how to rotate the camera for correct orientation.
Where should the IR be in relation to the lens?
Thanks, Joe
That's not the camera mentioned in this thread. That is the HDW5231R-ZE version. I assumed you were referring to the cam in this thread.So it should go like this, right? View attachment 32364