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    .dll file missing after windoze update...

    Thank you. Got it running now.
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    .dll file missing after windoze update...

    BL won't start after a windows update/reboot. Error says VCRunTime140_1.dll is missing. Can I add this file without reloading and re-installing the whole app? running windoze 8.1 (updated this am). -G.
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    Dahua Starlight Fixed Lens Turret (IPC-HDW4231EM-AS)

    Then 2231 is fine, but don't really have any use for the memory card fixture or varifocal lens. Not really anywhere in particular to point, just to cover a general area, unless I went to a PTZ but not willing to spend that much just to see if there is a deer behind the barn.. :) Could always...
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    Dahua Starlight Fixed Lens Turret (IPC-HDW4231EM-AS)

    Looking for the IPC-HDW4231EM-AS or similar with a 2.8mm lens. Does Andy carry these? I have a couple with the 3.8mm, this one would go in a damp barn/shelter under an eve that is somewhat exposed so it would have to be weather proof and the wider vision would cover the area nicely. Don't need...
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    how to make good cat6 cables all the time

    I've had connectors where the crimper would bend the little lock tab against the connector itself and not lock. With these I had just pulled the tab away a bit so it would spring away from the connector. Really cheap connectors seem to do this, maybe the plastic won't flex enough, and often the...
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    Upgrade

    Just did the upgrade here, got an email from them with instructions and links for updating the service so I would be eligible for the upgrade. Did the $29.99 and downloaded the new software. It found all the settings and seems to be working fine. Have to get used to the new GUI but seems to run...
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    BlackVue DR900S-2CH - WiFi SSID Broadcast Bug

    We have two older units, latest is about a year old, and have not had the wifi issue with them. In fact they were fairly easy to set up. Glad though that @CmdrBond has gone through all the trouble dealing with this problem on the new device and hopefully BlackView will fix the issue. Good to...
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    Cold-testing cameras...

    Temp here has been down to -39, all my Dahua cameras have been working fine exposed to the cold. Did have one Foscam require a re-boot after the really cold temp in an unheated shed, but it is working again now too. (The other foscams are indoors) Just curious is any one has had colder temps and...
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    Recommendations Needed for PoE+ Splitter

    Moving one of my older Foscam 8904W (wireless/wired) cams to a different location, want to have it wired instead of using wifi. Cam works ok to monitor a portion of the back yard to check on wildlife etc. One of these poe splitters should work, don't need power to the cam via the ethernet so...
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    how to make good cat6 cables all the time

    Think I have the same tool in my network "stuff" toolbox. Wouldn't do an ethernet connection without it! :)
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    Foscam fi9828p - Strange Colours

    Finally got around to checking into the camera's issue. Since about two weeks ago the camera had no image at all, but I could log into it and adjust settings etc; obviously not an issue with the network connection or other electronic functions. I took the unit all apart and found one broken...
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    how to make good cat6 cables all the time

    Ah yes... Auto MDI-X. But straight thru cable is certainly the way to do in almost all cases. Quite sure "B" is the standard up here too.
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    how to make good cat6 cables all the time

    Nice videos! I have found lately that some of the cheap patch cables have the T568A configuration for some reason. Might be an e-bay thing... They work fine as long as both ends are the same I suppose. Do they work if you have 568A on one end and 568B on the other? Check the wire gauge of the...
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    Foscam fi9828p - Strange Colours

    My FI9821W V2 is doing the same thing. Just started a couple of weeks ago. Wierd thay would start that at the same time. No idea on the warrenty status, not likely worth the postage for RMA. Will bring it in and take it apart and check connections etc.
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    External AP antenna angle placement

    I find angling the antennas at 45 deg off vertical helps with coverage; likely helps with polarity mixing while maintaining an omnidirectional pattern. I have one of those type of APs (Ubiquiti Unifi UAP-AC-M) in the house set only for 5.7GHz 802.11AC just for mobiles, laptops, etc. It's in the...
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    BI causes slow response or disconnection of wireless cams

    I seem to be having an issue too after updating earlier today. Cameras live video is ok but recordings are very poor quality. Settings are all the same as before, but it's like the bit rate dropped to super low. Network seems fine, gigabit between other devices is no problem. Wireless or wired...
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    Every time my Internet drops my cameras are assigned a new IP address.

    Your main gateway/router should have an option to bind ip addresses to mac addresses in it's DHCP menu. This way the camera and other clients will always have a fixed (not static) ip address, and you can edit which IP address goes to what device. What router are you using for DHCP? Maybe give...
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    At least the focus thing isn't just me. As you did, disabling zoom and focus fixes the problem (once focused). As it gets dark it's still quite bright. I also disabled the LEDs now so only using ambient lighting. Awesome! We like to pick on UPS mostly here, think they are the worst. In the US...
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    Managed to drive to the city yesterday and picked up my new camera (DHL doesn't deliver anywhere around here), and luckily I had other business to do anyway so it somewhat worked out... (I hate DHL!). Thought Andy was going to ship FedEx but didn't. Guess I'll have to consider another source for...
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    What dash cam are you using?

    Still original battery in the 2008 FJ Cruizer here. It does almost drive every day though, but sometimes it will sit at the airport parking lot for a couple of weeks at -20 when we are away (parking lot attendees plug in the block heater a few hours before our flight arrives). It starts fine...
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    What dash cam are you using?

    I have the 650 dual channel, with the power magic controller. It is on all the time, 24/7. Don't think we've ever turned it off. The controller will shut down the camera though if the battery voltage drops below a determined level you can set. With a good car battery it stays in "parking mode"...
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    Was seriously considering that one, but just too much $$ for my budget. You have one?
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    Andy is sending me the HFW5321E-Z, looking forward to it's arrival. :) Went with the bullet, I think it might offer better mounting possibilities in this particular application. Might take me a bit to get it installed, somewhat weather dependant, and I won't be playing with it up on the bin in...
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    @aristobrat They came with english programming... I see a third one was an HDW4231emp-as, so they are not all the same but all were plastic. Yes specs say 5231 is metal so I am obviously wrong in assuming all turret type are plastic.
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    @Fastb, no I am not concerned with the IR illumination so I would likely leave that off. Spiders are a problem it seems on any camera form-factor, had issues with webs on all the cameras last year. Dahua states -30 in the specs, the Foscam was -20 I believe. The latter seemed to work fine down...
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    IPC-HFW5231E-Z as weather cam (very exposed location)

    This cam seems like a good contender to replace the Foscam Fi9804W I have been using for a few years. maybe the bullet style is better than the turret as well for weather-proofing? Looking for really good low light characteristics, but not really a security oriented installation. The camera will...
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    Thinking of replacing wireless IP webcam (FI9804w)

    Spent a bit of tThinking of going with something like the Dahua IPC-HFW5231E-Z, and shows only 11.5 watts, so I think we are for sure ok at 200' cat5e. Will post in the Dahua forum regarding this camera. Thank you for your info fellows!
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    Thinking of replacing wireless IP webcam (FI9804w)

    I am a bit concerned with the POE, I do have longer runs (100m or more) cat6e connecting other buildings that works perfectly, but these are only data to a switch already powered. Suppose one could take a POE camera with PTZ and IR for an example for wattage, and multiply that about 1.5 for...
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    Thinking of replacing wireless IP webcam (FI9804w)

    I have one of the Foscam 9804 cameras that has been working for around 4 years, and still works well but starting to show it's age. It's installed in an area that is fully exposed to weather, sun, heat etc. After some precip, the camera lens appears to get hazed over by condensation; likely...
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    IR light - 5 model comparison

    I think I'll try lowering the camera with a junction box, I picked up a nice white one for this purpose. This would also allow a bit more of a view of the horizon (weather conditions). -20 this am so will wait for some warmer weather to do this, don't want to break anything. Nice comparison...
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