My HSDB1 has died... need advice on what to replace it with

[105437]

My doorbell camera has died. I'd like to replace it with something that supports the following features. I would really appreciate advice on what to buy. Thanks!

Must have:
1) Compatible with Blue Iris
2) Will connect to my existing chime
3) Built-in IR

Nice to have:
1) PoE
2) WDR/Backlight control

 

[David L]

My doorbell camera has died. I'd like to replace it with something that supports the following features. I would really appreciate advice on what to buy. Thanks!

Must have:
1) Compatible with Blue Iris
2) Will connect to my existing chime
3) Built-in IR

Nice to have:
1) PoE
2) WDR/Backlight control

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[105437]

If you want to revive your Hik DB, from our 101:

Thanks! That's some great info. My doorbell camera looks different from the one in your 101. I figure it is time for an upgrade anyway, so I'm hoping someone can suggest a good replacement. I appreciate the reply.

 

[David L]

Thanks! That's some great info. My doorbell camera looks different from the one in your 101. I figure it is time for an upgrade anyway, so I'm hoping someone can suggest a good replacement. I appreciate the reply.

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That looks like the first Gen Hikvision. There are two more versions after that, the third Gen. seems to be popular now...they check off everything on your list except no POE. If I remember reading right, the first Gen had ONVIF support. The third Gen. does not, if that is important to you. The second Gen does, that is the Hikvision DS-HD1 does. The third Gen is DB1C, from EZVIZ, which is a Hikvision company...There are a few Threads you may want to check out...

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[105437]

Thanks! Do I need ONVIF for Blue Iris compatibility?

 

[David L]

Thanks! Do I need ONVIF for Blue Iris compatibility?

No, you just enter in the RTSP URL from the Camera...

 

[105437]

No

I noticed the post for the new Amcrest. Seems like it could be an option too.

 

[David L]

Yeah, there are probably several other similar Doorbells out there...be sure to look for RTSP support for BI...