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    Dahua (OEM) Firmware list

    This looks like an older version. I was looking for the latest 2017 version with hack fix in it The current firmware is: 3.200.0001.26 - 2014-12-09 I tried this one from above: DVR DVR5104H V3.200.0001.28.R.20170802 I also went onto the Dahua website and tried...
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    Dahua (OEM) Firmware list

    The current firmware is: 3.200.0001.26 - 2014-12-09 I tried this one from above: DVR DVR5104H V3.200.0001.28.R.20170802 I also went onto the Dahua website and tried: DH_DVR5x04_Eng_P_V3.200.0001.28.R.20170802
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    Dahua (OEM) Firmware list

    I'm trying to find a firmware for an older recorder - DHI-DVR5104H-V2 - I tried the above firmware but it keeps saying "sending update error". The box reboots and it fails to update. :( Am i doing something wrong or is the firmware not the right one for my recorder?
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    Vpn and smtp & other features

    A question are indicated setting up vpn and still using features of the nvr and cameras. I see everyone saying vpn is essential and then also suggesting all Internet access should be blocked to the cams. How are people working around receiving email alerts (smtp config) and other alerts such...
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    Firmware for newer dahua cams as well as detailed specs available here

    You have to go to the nvr using monitor, factory default it, upgrade the firmware reset the ip and configure. That should get you back up and running. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Thank you! Much appreciated. Just wanted a baseline really to make sure I'm on the right tracks. Will play with settings once I got a baseline done.
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Newbie question. Only setup my cameras few days ago and this discussion on encoding has actually been quite helpful. So question for you guys, I wanted to use h265 (pal) and from what I gather the best setting will probably be 15fps and around 4000 bit rate? I know this may vary from location...
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    rtsp to m3u for Samsung smart iptv

    I'm looking for a way to get my IP Cameras to show up on my TV. I have installed Smart IPTV and was hoping to try and use the rtsp link for each camera to stream to the tv but can't seem to get it working. So the question it - Has anybody done this and got it working? - Is it possible? I have...
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    DAHUA RECORDERS HACKED

    I'm still battling my firewall to correctly work (my lack of iptables knowledge is not helping matters) but if I manage to get it working I can post up a script. Ideally the steps are create a vlan and assign a physical port(s) . You can then connect your nvr and cams to the ports and block...
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    DAHUA RECORDERS HACKED

    i bought an NVR (nvr5216-16p-4ks2) from Andy (arrived last week). I'm a bit nervous about doing a firmware update given issues with bricking their devices. Is there a way i can check which firmware to install?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Dhl is fast shipping but may result in tax being charged (a risk you take for faster delivery). Ups is tax free but takes longer. I went with ups for my orders (I'm in the UK too). Took about 9 days but tax free so I'm happy. It's show as in nl on ups tracker for 6 or so days then be delivered...
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    Review-Dahua Starlight IPC-HDW5231R-ZE 800 meter capable ePOE

    I think you may be right. I wonder if Andy @EMPIRETECANDY has had anyone else mention this issue to him or any returns based on it.
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    Review-Dahua Starlight IPC-HDW5231R-ZE 800 meter capable ePOE

    I noticed the same with my cameras that just arrived. Only thing i did was open them to install and sd card. Not sure it that caused something or if there is a fault with the cameras. Might try and open them up tomorrow and check the fitting
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    IPC-HDW5231R-Z Purchase From the UK Or Ali Express

    +1 for Andy Andy service is def top, may take a few days to arrive but good overall service and always replies to messages. Im in UK too and just ordered from him.. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Dahua NVR 5216-16P-4KS2

    I was planning on getting this NVR (or the non-poe version). Swaying more towards this one as it has the poe ports if I decide to use them as a backup. will initially use them then switch to a poe switch. Question, is this unit much louder than the non-poe version (if i don't use the poe...
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    Who knows networking? How can I keep my new NVR septate from personal network?

    Does the phone get very hot when using vpn and streaming cameras? That'll be Quite a big trade off if you have to use low res settings? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Who knows networking? How can I keep my new NVR septate from personal network?

    Well it depends on your interest speeds and router power. Last time I tried openvpn it was soo dog slow I couldn't even stream a low bit rate Mp3 so I doubt video would have ever had worked. Not tried it on my new router but worth a shot. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Who knows networking? How can I keep my new NVR septate from personal network?

    My nvr would be on the same cam LAN so I would still want to open one port forward so I can use the mobile app without having to setup vpn on mobile but yeah disable all cams from accessing Internet Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Who knows networking? How can I keep my new NVR septate from personal network?

    This is exactly what I was thinking of doing in my setup. Thanks for laying it iut so nicely. Now just need to figure out if my Asus ac68u can do this! Did anyone ever figure out if this works on the Asus router Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    Dahua NVR5216-4KS2 / NVR5216-16P-4KS2

    I just bought my first 3 starlight 2mp cameras and I'm currently deciding on this nvr but struggling with a lot of mixed messages. I read through most of this post and other on the forum. Could someone who owns this answer please answer the following questions for me. - is it better to buy the...
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    PFB203w

    Thank you everyone!!! that's great help. Can order my brackets and my hdw5321r-ze camera now. Super excited to get it all setup and running. Just deciding on NVR vs blue iris now and i'll be done!
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    New Dahua System Advice

    How did you get on with your setup? I'm planning on going down the same route, just not sure about getting the NVR vs Blue iris. Is the nvr5216 any good and is the remote app good and fit for purpose?
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    PFB203w

    do you have to drill a hole through the wall to go into this mount or can you go from the sides. My cable will be running from the roof down the wall to the mount and therefore i want to enter into the mount from the top/bottom or sides? is this possible?
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    Review-Dahua Starlight IPC-HDW5231R-ZE 800 meter capable ePOE

    Thank you for the honest feedback Spoke to Andy and the price difference isn't much now so might as well buy the ze. Getting ready to order mine now
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    Review-Dahua Starlight IPC-HDW5231R-ZE 800 meter capable ePOE

    For basic home user, Is it worth paying the extra to buy the ze or is it just a wider zoom? Any other noticeable features? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    NVR vs BI

    I'm not sure about us but in the UK the price difference is considerable between bi and nvr. An nvr works out under £200 without hdd whereas its about £450 for pc, £100 for poe then £70 for bi. (again not including HDD for recording). So around 3 times the price. For a small setup I'm not sure...
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    UK Dahua camera suppliers

    totally agree, reading alot of posts from users talking about the 'cheap dells' for BI. But there far from cheap in the UK making it difficult to justify starting out on the BI route. I decided the Dahua cameras are the ones to go for but still in the air over whether to blow the money and get...
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    UK Dahua camera suppliers

    Thank you for the replies. I do really want the blue iris setup but it will work out to atleast 3 times the price. Nvr without hdd is around 150gbp, blue iris will be 400gbp pc + 130 for poe switch but 70 for blue iris (without hdd) so around 600gbp So in comparison it's alot more pricier...
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    hi, would you ship to the UK or are you US only?

    hi, would you ship to the UK or are you US only?
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    UK Dahua camera suppliers

    New to the forum, although i have been reading the great posts from this forum for a long time. I'm looking to setup a security system at my house and have been trying to make the dificult decision between, Hikvision, Dahua and blue iris as NVR / Hikvision, Dahua as cameras (and the various...