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  1. whatevah

    android app 2.0.71 loses settings

    App updated back on the 7th and it's been messing up ever since. Works fine for a few hours, then loses the saved server. Deleted and re-installed with no improvement. Noticed a similar complaint on the Play Store. Widgets are still there, just non-functional until I add the server again...
  2. whatevah

    Installing camera on a block wall

    Ok, I was thinking the house wall, not the other... Sorry :) what you're suggesting is fine for most of the country.
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    Installing camera on a block wall

    Code compliance will vary wildly, especially for California. Most areas don't care too much about low voltage, though. I'm a little confused about how to want to run the pipe... down the exterior wall into dirt, drill inside wall and come up through the wall cavity into the eaves? My area on the...
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    Got Graffiti'ed

    Use the repeat visit as your impetus to start on your system... I'd suggest starting with this guy: US $124.99 5% OFF|2019 Latest New Model IPC T2231T ZS 2MP Starlight WDR IR Eyeball IP Camera Motorized vari focal 2.7mm–13.5mm, free DHL shipping on AliExpress - 11.11_Double 11_Singles' Day...
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    Spiders and insects.

    I have my cameras up high, so they get some moths but usually not many spiders. But, try spraying the area around your cameras with a good insecticide (I like Otho Home Defense). It'll help with crawling bugs, but not much for the flying ones. I do the entire perimeter of my home at the...
  6. whatevah

    Mounts or no mounts

    The driveway shot looks like water droplets or dirt on the lens or possibly refracted light hitting from a flood light. The yard shot looks like a fogged lens. Definitely ditch the dome cameras for turrets when you get a chance (HDW4231EM-AS should be the nearest match to your current specs)...
  7. whatevah

    SDT5A405WA-4F-B Dual 4MP Starlight Smart Capture Camera

    It's pretty heavy, but I'm very interested... would look at it closely if Andy adds it to his inventory. Seems like a perfect camera for the average front yard, or at least my front yard. ;)
  8. whatevah

    From the News - Porch pirate steal boy's chemotherapy medicine

    I'm wondering why something that expensive would be shipped without "signature required"! Hope the family gets a quick resolution to this. Also, notice the obvious "Ring" sticker on the window, either this guy is high and oblivious or just didn't care that he was on video.
  9. whatevah

    Where to start?

    There is a free trial, then you need to pick one of the following plans. This info is available in your account "Dashboard" (OpenALPR Login) after you create an account and log in. Free $0 per camera/month High-Accuracy ALPR Any IP Camera 2 Day Data Retention 2 Users Basic Search Local...
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    Arlo outdoor cam deters vandals

    Good thought! The wifi is too weak there, but I'm sure I could fix that. I'll talk to her about it. Maybe not that, but a dashcam with parking mode and wifi.
  11. whatevah

    Consumer Reports Unfairly Punishes D-link For Giving Users Options

    Back in the mid-2000s (before the recession), I was a commissioned sales dude selling digital cameras... I learned to hate consumer reports back then, since their reviews were obviously paid for or just clueless.
  12. whatevah

    Do I need a POE switch?

    You haven't seen the right switches. ;) This one has 8 PoE+ ports and non-PoE -> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0754P9KLN If you don't need gigabit speeds, here's a cheaper one with 8 PoE+ and 1 non-PoE -> https://www.amazon.com/BV-Tech-Port-Switch-Ports-Uplink/dp/B005GAATOG
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    Greetings From The Central Coast Of CA

    If you want to use the WD Purple drives, you'll likely need to remove the DVD drive. I believe the M series only have one empty 2.5" bay inside the case, no 3.5" bays. They usually don't have extra SATA cables, either... but if you're removing the DVD drive, you'll be fine. M73 vs M83, I...
  14. whatevah

    Placement Help

    My work firewall is blocking the redirect/affiliate links so I'm not sure which exact kit you're looking at. But, Lorex does offer the "turret" style cameras... similar footprint to the dome cameras but without the clear dome lens. They're certainly better when shielded from direct rain and...
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    Poor Night Imagery

    Most of your problem is due to IR reflection off the lenses... that's primarily why they're not recommended for outdoor use (or indoors, unless you need the protection the domes offer). Start off with cleaning the domes. But in the long run, you'll need to shut off the built-in IR LEDs and use...
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    Arlo outdoor cam deters vandals

    Sadly, the condo association owns the building exteriors, so that's not an option. The exterior walls have vinyl siding, but my stud finder acts like there is concrete or brick behind the drywall, so I'm not sure what's behind the vinyl. I think she just has the camera stuck to the glass. She...
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    Greetings From The Central Coast Of CA

    Welcome! Seems like you've got a plan! Might I suggest... VF turrets- IPC-HDW5231R-ZE or IPC-HDW2231R-ZS if you don't care about audio. Fixed bullets- IPC-HFW4231T-ASE VF bullets- IPC-HFW5231E-ZE PTZ- SD49225T-HN or SD59225U-HNI with auto tracking All available from Empire Tech, the...
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    Arlo outdoor cam deters vandals

    My mom lives in a condo in a nice area a few miles from me... their condo association is pretty good and does a great job of maintaining the property. They have one parking spot reserved for each condo and 20 or so extra spots for visitors. But, they've had a problem where several condos have...
  19. whatevah

    Witch takes all the candy

    On my NextDoor app, two neighbors posted about people stealing their bowls. I think one just stepped inside for a few minutes, which was just long enough for some loser to take it. I was escorting my friends kids in the next neighborhood over, and almost left a bowl in front of my house but...
  20. whatevah

    Junction box mounting

    Consider putting a birdhouse over the cover? Might help keep the spiders at bay... maybe.
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