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    Buying From AliExpress

    Thanks. I'll try that with one of my cc's :) I too have a couple of cc's that can generate a temporary cc number with dollar and time limits. I generally use this for all web purchases. I tried this and a permanent cc number with AliExpress with no success.
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    Buying From AliExpress

    +1 @Mike K I made my first cc purchases with AliExpress about two years ago with no issues. Then in the last year or so AliExpress would reject all my cc's. I would communicate with some person via their "chat" about this, all to no avail. Of course, I choose to not submit their requested...
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    Conduit install question

    Your welcome. Looks nice and neat! Another option is if you don't have a conduit bender some home improvement stores sell factory 90 degree conduit elbows (where you turn up to the camera). 1/2 in. 90-Degree Electric Metallic Tube (EMT) Elbow-64405 - The Home Depot
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    Dahua 4MP 25mm LPR Modification

    The link is not right. It states a 2MP, when the link is clearly for a 4MP. Is there a price difference between the 2MP and 4MP?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    I just received delivery today of two of these cams with the below firmware from Andy. It may have been already mentioned here in a previous post, but I assumed these were a recent build with the latest firmware, but assumed wrong! Software version: 2.460.0000.3.R, Build Date: 2017.01.05 Web...
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    Suggestion on camera for inside

    +1 Indoor cam option suggestion
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    Buying first home, want customized surveillance -- please help!

    Your earlier generation i7-3770k will be fine for your house system. I get the cost benefit of using something you already have. There's lots of good info on this forum regarding all aspects of IP cams. Spend some time searching and reading and learn from others experiences and mistakes...
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    IPC-HDBW4431R-ZS installed on a PFA137 junction box

    Nice and neat installation! I assume the use of conduit because of the brick wall and difficulty of entering from the back. Any chance of posting a night time image? Thanks
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    "Hardware" question - exterior conduit and WAF concerns

    Wiremold raceway is often used in lieu of exposed conduit for a neater and cleaner appearance. There are different sizes and transition pieces to adapt to conventional exposed conduit applications. Note though this is not an exterior rated product. Power-Rated Raceway, 400, 800, 2300 | Legrand
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    Sealevel Device

    Check out Altronix which has many configurations and sizes. Altronix Products: SMP3 - Single Output Power Supply Board. 6/12/24VDC @ 2.5A. Here's a smaller 2.5A power supply that could work for your application: NOS - Never Used ALTRONIX SMP3 Power Supply/Charger 6-12-24VDC @ 2.5AMP | eBay
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    PTZ mount recommendation

    The member is @Tinman which I assume means he knows sheetmetal. He can probably make and bend whatever angle you want. Doesn't hurt to contact him with whatever you're looking for, unless you found something already:)
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    PTZ mount recommendation

    Looking for a special camera mount ? Corner mount
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    Buying From AliExpress

    No, on the contrary! Someone would have to breach PayPal to find out my cc info.
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    Buying From AliExpress

    The Aliexpress payment process is painful. I made a recent small purchase and communicated with the seller to pay directly via PayPal. This, of course, takes a leap of faith, because the transaction is circumventing AliExpress. Since my purchase was not for a great amount, I took a chance...
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    Dahua 4MP 25mm LPR Modification

    Time to start saving for a new LPR cam!
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    Please help me figure out my VPN

    From what little I know you can use the same user and .ovpn file on multiple devices. And I think it's recommended to create others for each device in case one of your devices is lost. Edit: We cross posted. I'm pretty sure each .ovpn file is unique to the user ID.
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    Please help me figure out my VPN

    It was very straightforward for me. I didn't do anything else. Make sure your user ID and pw are correct. Beyond that I don't know what else it could be. I followed the instructions by member randytsuch for my Asus router and had no problems. See post #231 VPN Primer for Noobs Randy ...
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    Please help me figure out my VPN

    This worked for me. I used the app Openvpn Connect on my iPad Air 2. I just installed the app., emailed the .ovpn file to myself. Then on the email attachment I long pressed on the .ovpn file and selected <Copy to OpenVPN>. Then simply entered my username and pw in the app.
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    Dahua AutoTracking Demos

    Can't wait for your review! :)
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    Network Security Primer

    I followed the instructions by member randytsuch for my Asus router and had no problems. See post #231 VPN Primer for Noobs Randy : OpenVPN on a Asus router
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    Extra long drill bit????

    ..oh no! another security hole to block:winktongue:
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Looks interesting! Is a data sheet available yet?
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    How to tell what make a re-branded camera is?

    The link was the word "this". Here it is just in case: Costco Wholesale This is not exactly what my brother installed since 4mp cams weren't available at that time, but it's essentially the same except for the cams. BTW, before the current low light cam offerings these bullet cams were very...
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    Please help me figure out my VPN

    @nayr. I also have an Asus router and set up Openvpn. The router also has the choice of PPTP vpn. Do you agree that Openvpn has a performance advantage and is more secure?
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    How to tell what make a re-branded camera is?

    My brother, who is a good DIY'er, but did not want to invest a lot of time and $$$ into a security cam system, bought a system like this from Costco a year ago when it was on sale for about $1k. USD. At the time I thought it was a good deal for a complete 8 cam, 3MP bullet cam system with...
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    DS-2CD2325FWD-I 2MP Ultra-Low Light Network Turret Camera

    Thank you for your review of other low light cams by Hikvision. I wonder if this cam's IR will wash out, or over expose, a person's face. Any chance of snapshot, or video, of person's face with motion at night?
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    Conduit install question

    Single hole straps for 1/2" EMT are fine. Look at the 1/2" LB conduit body instead of the one you linked. A gasket between the cover and conduit body will make it weather tight. I think it comes with a gasket, if not you can buy it separately. Then use these EMT rain tight connectors. I'm not...
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    Conduit install question

    Another name is condulet. In the USA, Thomas & Betts and Red Dot brand is very common throughout the electrical industry. From most DIY applications an aluminum or PVC conduit body is cost effective. They are made weathertight with the simple use of a gasket for the cover and rain tight...
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    Conduit install question

    If you go with the junction box (JB) be sure to use a weatherproof junction box and cover. If you don't like the look of a JB exposed on the outside, then you can use a conduit body like this for a cleaner look. A JB needs to be supported (screwed) to your house, whereas a conduit body doesn't...
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    Favorite Z-Wave brands

    Not to hijack this thread, but these WattStopper motion sensor wall switches are used in many office buildings with hundreds of rooms. I use these for my bathroom lights and fan. In my garage I use a ceiling version of this which has great coverage for the entire 3 car garage. They are very...
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