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  1. thomas2013

    Unclear text

    I have some Hikvision DS-2CD2332-I and DS-2CD2142FWD-I cameras that I am satisfied with the clarity of viewing objects at a distance (like landscapes, cars, houses, in a room, people, etc.). However, if I try to aim it at an insurance card, the text are barely readable. I tried tweaking settings...
  2. thomas2013

    Use IP Camera for HD Video Calls?

    Want to do HD quality video phone calling/conference using an IP camera. Doable? I had the Nucleus Anywhere. Good product specifically made for video phone and intercom. It was easy to use but has unacceptable audio and low resolution video. To rule out the network, I did the testing on a wired...
  3. thomas2013

    Firmware Updating Issues

    I have an OEM NVR model HNR30P8-16 with Firmware version V3.0.8 Build 150209. Some say this is an OEM of the Hikvision DS-7608E2-8P. I like to update it to the latest firmware for security reasons and new features. However, I am running quite a bit of issues doing this. 1. First, I can update...
  4. thomas2013

    How do you protect losing your video recordings from a thief?

    I am getting ready to put together a surveillance system and concerned with losing the only video recording that I have saved onto a NVR or Blue Iris/computer. How do you prevent a thief from destroying or taking away your only copy? Do you: Put NVR or computer in a safe? Backup to a...
  5. thomas2013

    Which Camera Style Should I Use?

    Popular camera styles: bullet dome turret PTZ cube fisheye box I have been going through the forum here for a couple of weeks now and there were several posts on this subject. Mostly everyone here is saying that the turret is better in every way. That is, turrets are easier to aim and mount...
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