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    Dahua Logo Vs No Logo?

    Right, the problem right now, I don't understand what version of FW for the 5231 is valid, tested, and verified.... ready for prime time. Do I have to read through the 9 recent pages of forum posts to figure this out...? I wish finding the latest recommended FW was an easier process. Sometimes...
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    Configuring Date/Time

    Agreed, I think my 5231 can hit the internet..... I'll look for the cliff notes.... just removing the gateway breaks the connection? Or, do you get fancy with Vlans or does your router have separate physical port...? I know this should be hardened. I need to reeducate myself. I did create...
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    New Firmware for IPC-HX5X3X-Rhea_MultiLang_PN_Stream3_V2.800.0000013.0.R.191202.zip

    Sure, Ubiquity and other cam manufacturers update firmware all the time.... and its effortless to update. And, in many cases new features are added in addition to bug-fixes and security updates, etc...
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    Dahua Logo Vs No Logo?

    @EMPIRETECANDY can this list of firmware versions be trusted as valid, useable, tested, ready to go....???? Andy, are these firmware versions the same as the ones you provide via DropBox? Thanks! https://dahuawiki.com/images/Files/Firmware/
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    Dahua Logo Vs No Logo?

    I'm referring to 2018 cams that Andy sold to members of this community. Apparently there were some branded and some not. Back then there was no mention of Loryta. If you look at the recent firmware links there are more than one per cam.... somehow the cams are different since the firmware is...
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    New Firmware for IPC-HX5X3X-Rhea_MultiLang_PN_Stream3_V2.800.0000013.0.R.191202.zip

    Well, it was recently recommended that we update our 5231 firmware. Also, with all other products we are proactively updating firmware and I'd like to follow that best practices process. So, with that said, and since the hoops are not a problem for you. Can you please provide a link to the...
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    Dahua Logo Vs No Logo?

    Can you please tell me the difference between Dahua Logo Vs No Logo? Also, why are the firmware versions different?
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    Configuring Date/Time

    What's the benefit of running your now time server?
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    Why does the Dahua firmware upgrade process suck?

    Hi Mark, I understand, but I might want to update to the latest official release. Why are we jumping through these hoops, because we are using international cams in North America? I just spent hours reminding myself how to get access to the cams, read the cliff notes, downloaded a document from...
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    New Firmware for IPC-HX5X3X-Rhea_MultiLang_PN_Stream3_V2.800.0000013.0.R.191202.zip

    @EMPIRETECANDY, Okay, what's the latest firmware for the "IPC-HDW5231R-ZE" that we can depend upon? I see 9 pages talking about this.... at first I DL'd the links on page 1 not realizing that this goes on and on.... I think when a new firmware hits, we should start a new thread or have a...
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    Configuring Date/Time

    When I first setup my 5231 cam 2 years ago, I think I just used "Sync PC". I think this changed and it was off by 20 years! What settings do you use? Do you favor a certain name server? Thanks, R
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    How to change from PAL to NTSC?

    I have a 5231 turret cam, and I see that it is set to PAL and I want to change it to NTSC. Can you help me change this? Thanks, R
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    IPC-HDW5231R-ZE Firmware?

    When I login to my 5231 and navigate to the Update tab, I see that there is an "Online Upgrade" option. When I click the "Manualy Check" button it says that my "System Version 2.622.0000000.18.R, Build Date: 2017-11-10" is the latest version. Shouldn't this indicate there is a newer version of...
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    Why does the Dahua firmware upgrade process suck?

    The procedure for Dahua firmware upgrades really sucks. Jumping through the hoops..... 1) locate the firmware and DL; 2) Log into cam GUI; 3) save config; 4) reboot cam; 5) install new firmware; 6) factory reset; 7) find your cam on a subnet you are not normally using; 8) update settings...
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    Dahua IPC-HDW5442T-ZE 4MP Varifocal Turret - Night Perfomance testing

    Please clarify your junction box comments. Are you saying if I buy a certain junction box that it is compatible with the 5231 and the 5442 and with many other Dahua bullet cams? If so I like that Idea.... what junction box do I want? I currently have two 5231s but plan to add many more cameras...
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    Sure, I don't see why not. :)
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    I would pull wires through the soffit, behind the cam mount.
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    I think I can use anchors. I cannot remove these panels.
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    IPC-HDW5231R-ZE Firmware?

    @EMPIRETECANDY Andy, can you send me a recommended firmware link to the IPC-HDW5231R-ZE? Thanks!
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    Oh I see, my soffit is smooth and continuous.
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    Hard plastic rib?
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    Do I want waterproof? It looks like the cam design, the way it connects would not be water proof
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    Yes, I ordered through Andy but we never talked about junction boxes. As I recall there are two models where one is waterproof and one is not. Do you know the model numbers?
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    IPC-HDW5231R-ZE Firmware?

    firmware update need
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    IPC-HDW5231R-ZE Firmware?

    Where can I fetch the latest dependable firmware for the IPC-HDW5231R-ZE? I’ve had this cam since 2018 and I’m finally ready to mount it and thought it would be wise to update the firmware. Thanks, R
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    Mounting 5231 box or not?

    When mounting a turret style Dahua cam such as the 5231, would you mount direct to the soffit or use a junction box?
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    What Cat-6 cable do you recommend?

    I was just taking inventory, and I see that I have this Cat-5E available with about 500' left on the spool.... https://static.graybar.com/content-resource/pdf/5eswp-pv4p24-wh-p-gcc-general-cable-25265000-spec-sheet-sku-spec-sheet/a85cd1be253f24e6c143391f24d7cd16-373458.pdf I suppose I could...
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    What Cat-6 cable do you recommend?

    Do you know where the Monoprice UTP Cat6 bulk cable is manufactured? I know that Hubbell and Commscope are all made in the USA!
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    What Cat-6 cable do you recommend?

    No benefit to having a premium brand that you might see at a university or large business install? Yes, I knew to avoid CCA, thanks! Much of my other components are Commscope. I'll take a look at the Monprice products, R