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  1. Clark Griswald

    EmpireTech 2023 Autumn Sales Sep.20th-30th

    Just placed my order for two cameras (Color4K-T and another Color4K-T180). Thanks Andy!
  2. Clark Griswald

    Can a cam be mounted directly Above or Below a Light source ?

    Please let us know where you "returned" your cam, so we don't buy any of their "refurb stock" ;) Just got my Andy refurb 4K-T180, and looks Brand New!
  3. Clark Griswald

    EmpireTech 2023 Autumn Sales Sep.20th-30th

    Hey Hey Hey, No Line Cuts!
  4. Clark Griswald

    EmpireTech 2023 Autumn Sales Sep.20th-30th

    After reading this guy's post, I'm a little concerned Andy will run out of the specific cameras I wanting ;) I require the best discount of Andy's "First #__ " price, due to my life long battle with "frugality" Any idea what time the Big Sale Commences?
  5. Clark Griswald

    Important! EmpireTech Official Website Active

    I placed two cameras into my cart "for later", yet when I checked my cart it was empty. Is it some ridiculous cookie setting in my browser, or does the web page not allow saving of your cart?
  6. Clark Griswald

    Unable to add IPC-T5442 to Synology Surveillance Station

    Obviously late to the party, yet I had zero issues seeing-and-adding my IPC-HDW5231R-ZE to Synology Surveillance Station (current).
  7. Clark Griswald

    Worlds First Review - Dahua DH-IPC-HDW5849H-ASE-LED / IPC-Color4K-T - 2.8mm Turret

    @bigredfish Thank You for the videos contrasting the 4K-T, 5442, 5542H-ZHE. Putting a camera at the front door and the 4K-T and 5442 (both 3.6mm) are my current choices. I had been favoring the 4K-T , yet the audio points to a big difference between the two camera. I'm sure that "tweaking" can...
  8. Clark Griswald

    EmpireTech 2023 Autumn Sales Sep.20th-30th

    Bought two tickets, and waiting for the Autumn Sale to begin! edit: My refurb arrives on Friday, and after purchase it was immediately listed as sold out (at the time).
  9. Clark Griswald

    Q: IPC-Color4K-T180 AI Features

    Thank You. Doing what I can to be prepared for testing and Andy's sale next week! The ePTZ functions were exactly the reason I was questioning, Thank You!
  10. Clark Griswald

    Q: IPC-Color4K-T180 AI Features

    Awaiting my shipment from Andy, and curious if an SD card is recommended or required for the advanced features to work properly?
  11. Clark Griswald

    Important! EmpireTech Official Website Active

    Placed an order for one of Andy's refurbished cameras at 19:00 (PST), and every aspect of the purchase was smooth. Quickly received an email stating the item was being prepared for shipment. Less than 12hrs later, and the item is already at the shipping hub being processed. Now I am waiting for...
  12. Clark Griswald

    FYI: for those with home sprinklers, Costco has Rachio3 12 zone on sale for $149

    Orbit 6-Zone App offers all the info you can use, after entering standard yard information (slope, grass/plant types, etc). Purchased this in 2019 for $85. My city offers rebates for conservation devices, and I was reimbursed full purchase price.
  13. Clark Griswald

    Review-OEM IPC-T3241-ZAS 2mp AI Lite series Varifocal

    Today I learned something new. If PAL/NTSC aren't an issue then is it as simple as a fw flash or ssh command?
  14. Clark Griswald

    Review-OEM IPC-T3241-ZAS 2mp AI Lite series Varifocal

    You sir are correct ;). Although, I wanted to purchase from Andy's Amazon shop. I also noticed that the "Black Friday" link has PAL cameras and not NTSC.
  15. Clark Griswald

    Review-OEM IPC-T3241-ZAS 2mp AI Lite series Varifocal

    Thank You for the review! At this price point I will look at these, instead of the more expensive IPC-HDW5231R-ZE. Unfortunately Andy hasn't posted any stock to Amazon so I will wait. Edit Andy explained in another thread that the delay in restocking is due to holidays just ended, yet...
  16. Clark Griswald

    HDW5x31R-ZE Replacements

    I have yet to fully test my newly acquired IPC-HDW5231R-ZE, but was pleased The Wife gave approval for use as a front door camera. I like the upgraded specs of this camera (3241T) in comparison to my (5231R). The smaller size will be an asset as a front door camera. Post at your leisure, and...
  17. Clark Griswald

    POE Switch

    My poe+ switch and IPC-HDW5231R-ZE arrived today. Now I just need the energy to test my desired camera locations.
  18. Clark Griswald

    POE Switch

    As an update I purchased this switch, which will be delivered tomorrow: GS728TPP
  19. Clark Griswald

    POE Switch

    My current router allows the setup/management of vlans,etc. I was looking at: Amazon.com: Zyxel 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet High Powered PoE+ 130W NebulaFlex Smart Managed Switch | 2X RJ-45/SFP Ports | 802.3at 802.3af | Metal | Limited Lifetime [GS1920-8HPv2]: Computers & Accessories Edit: Upon...
  20. Clark Griswald

    POE Switch

    As I narrow my poe+ switch choices, I have a question. I noticed that Looney2ns referenced an unmanaged switch (i.e which could be controlled via router), yet I thought a managed switch could provide more control? As a credit to unmanaged switches, they are clearly plug and forget (in my...
  21. Clark Griswald

    IPCT Easily upload / share pictures to the forum

    @looney2ns You look like me, after a vacation at the beach.
  22. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    Fortunately, I have a street light directly across the street. I have also seen (here) numerous IR floods and spots, if I need extra night lighting. Glad that I mentioned how helpful dalepa had been in the past, and glad to know he is still around.
  23. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    Regarding the monthly charge, I had to ask my wife, approximately $30. She asked why, I told her fenderman on the ip cam forum asked. "Great, now we are going to do the camera thing again!", she said, as if I told her I wrecked her car. I had her look at Nelly's page NSC-2X4-DM 4MP WDR EXIR...
  24. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    My wife questioned the deal, but we only had to sign a 3 year contract. It has been 18 months, and only problem was smoke alarm went out, during this past summer, but was replaced for free. Not advocating ADT, but I do recommend people get some form of home alarm for peace of mind. Especially...
  25. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    No, installed after home was built. ADT One installer, and he took one day. He drilled up into attic from inside house,then ran wires to media closet, installed "box" and was gone.
  26. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    True Statement!! I did my previous home, I ran the wire (cat5E bought in bulk) and paid to have the connections done "properly". Both my previous and new home were/are new construction with high attics, so plenty of room and ran whole house fan prior to going up top, so the air was cool. If I...
  27. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    I am just north of Sacramento, Ca. I was astonished at the cost, since I paid $2000 to have my custom home alarm installed (all hardwired, no wifi): 12 windows, 6 doors, 2 motion sensors, smoke/CO2 alarm, and three keypads. Thank you all for letting me know my area isn't too far out of the...
  28. Clark Griswald

    Installation Woes (too much $$$)

    There are no security system installers in my area, but many electricians and telcom/electrical contractors that offer installation of owner supplied equipment, but no support & no "fine tuning" of equipment, just install and gone. I have no problem with software, since I use Blue Iris, yet...
  29. Clark Griswald

    Happy Birthday Clark Griswald

    Yes, I do take the blame. I was speeding for thousands of miles.