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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    I am back :D I finally got all my equipment and I am ready to go. List of equipment: 4x IPC-B5442E-ZE 4x junction boxes 1x c3750X PoE+ switch 1000ft CAT6 cable BlueIris IVR Now that I have decided on my installation spots, I have the following installation questions: 1- What are the cons of...
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    Seems like some teenagers were pissed of @ Auto Track

    The quality and tracking are amazing. What kind of camera is this?
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    Network Switch for IP POE Cameras

    I plan to have 9 cameras. Each switch come with dual power supplies that can take 350w, 750w or 1100w each.
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    Network Switch for IP POE Cameras

    I have a stack of 3x Cisco Catalyst C3750X PoE Gbps switches (48 ports each) that are interconnecting my infrastructure at home. I am going to be using these for the cameras. You can get one for less than $200 now off eBay.
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    Upgrade of an older Hikvision 4K PTZ to a new Dahua 8A840WAN 4K PTZ.

    That looks intimidating..i like it :D
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Shouldn’t the varifocal lenses offer some flexibility even if the camera wasn’t in the ideal position?
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    That's good to hear. Knowing how much some of these cameras are, it good that thieves leave them untouched. I might look at the turrets for my backyard because the cameras will be installed under the high-deck. I got two cameras down, 6 to go :D
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Yes that is correct, the overlap covering will help protect the cameras themselves as well. In the attached picture that you marked for me (thanks again for that), you marked the cameras under the light fixtures of the garage. Was that on purpose, wouldn't the light interfere with the image? I...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Didn't your neighbor wonder why he hasn't received mail for sometime haha. You make great points and I feel better now about mounting them at the recommended height. Thanks!
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Based on the earlier suggestions for positioning the cameras, I have a question about the height (again). I know the importance of placing the cameras at 7-8ft high max, but aren't you guys worried about people reaching out and damaging them? Especially with something like a bullet camera, its...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you again mat200. I didn't know Lorex carried these, it was cheaper and faster ordering them from Lorex. I ordered this: https://www.lorextechnology.com/outdoor-junction-box/white-outdoor-junction-box-for-lorex-security-cameras-4-pack-/ACJNCD4B-4PK-0-p
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thanks I purchased two junction boxes also :)
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    NUUO Crystal Experience?

    Hello everyone, Since I have vSphere infrastructure running at home, I was looking for an OVA based NVR. Blue Iris requires Windows and I really do not want to setup a Windows VM unless I have to (i.e. licensing). So a simple google search showed that NUUO Crystal NVR supports OVA format, which...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thanks, that is good to know. On that same topic, do you know if professional cameras like IPC-B5442E-ZE offer the ability to interface with them via SDK or APIs (RestAPI, etc.)? If so, where can I find such documentation?
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Hello everyone :D excited to say that I just placed an order of 2x IPC-B5442E-ZE cameras from Andy, that's all I can afford for now :( Do I need any special mounting for these bullets to go on Stucco / brick wall, or simply use the back bracket it comes with?
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    I have a question on the AI component. My understanding, coax cameras are pretty much dumb terminals, they simply provide raw feed to the IVR which then does any processing like face or plate recognition. IP cameras have intelligence built-into-them in that they can process face or plate...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you I was starting to sweat!
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    I am looking at this varifocal camera (IPC-B5442E-ZE - which is labeled Loryta IPC-B5442E-ZE 4MP Starlight+ WDR IR Bullet AI Network Camera 2.7mm ~12mm Motorized Lens English Version) from amazon (Andy's shop) and it ships to Canada (cost if $300 USD after shipping and taxes). When I look at...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    I have a feeling by the time I am done setting up my cameras my neighbors will think I am running a meth lab or something illegal from all my high-tech cameras lol
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you! I will reach out to Andy. Thats impressive from 35FT high and 175FT out! serious stuff right here
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you looney2ns, this calculator looks awesome but difficult to use. I am trying to figure out how to use it, I can't get the camera to rotate to the correct direction :D
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    That’s really good to know. If I haven’t learned what I have learned today from these helpful gents I would have probably went that coax to PoE route. What I thought was a professional installation wasn’t really, all my cameras are over 8 ft high, so pointless to use the existing cables and holes.
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    I scratched the cable with a razor a few times and nothing came out. I tried slicing it as well and the copper colour stayed true :) is there a vendor that you recommend tor purchasing the varifocal 5442? Hoping they ship to Canada. I looked at the Hiks camera that CCTVCam recommend and it’s...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    You just said something awesome! the positions you pointed out can all be reached from the Garage. This might actually make it a lot easier to run cables. I could have a POE switch there as well, then link it to my basement infrastructure. Thank you! I can add another camera to the right of the...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    its copper! one thing out of the way lol
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you wittaj for opening my eyes on the power of lenses and FOV, I admit I am one of those 4K Costco suckers and I am glad I was able to return my Lorex and find this forum before it was too late. Since my attic options are out the window, I will look at utilizing my infrastructure and...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Thank you SouthernYankee for the quick response. I have attached a picture that details the cable specifications, it says conductor type is SOLID. Does that mean its solid copper? Your installation approach in number 3 is very interesting and sounds like great way for testing all ports and...
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Amazing fast feedback. Thank you both! so that takes care of my attic idea. You would be surprised on the amount of videos on YouTube showing how to install cameras in the attic, all of which are definitely above 8ft. That's why forums like these are valuable :D
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    Newbie here seeking advice (as all other noobs).

    Disclaimer: I am still reading through Cliff Notes and other threads. Boring background story: My house came with DW (digital watchdog) DVR setup of three cameras PTZ installed in 2012. Anyways, none of these cameras work now and I want to upgrade the whole setup. So I went to local Costco...
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