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Hello everyone, I have a microphone connected to the Audio-In/G terminals of my Hikvision DS-2CD2942F-IS camera. I've attached a photo at the end of this post showing how the camera and the mic are wired up. I know the wiring is ok because I get both audio and video from the BlueIris mobile...

Hi all, I'm deciding between these two cameras. I recognize the 4K one is far more expensive, but I'm willing to spend the money if it will solve these problems better: 1. Need to see faces very clearly in both the day and night from as close as 20 feet to as far as 60 feet. 2. Same...

Thanks for the insight Tic. I have my NVR coming, I will see what happens, and report back to the group any issues and/or successes.

Hi fenderman, who is Milkisbad and does he sell only Hikvision? How do you buy from him/her? Thanks!

Thanks nayr. If I get a Dahua NVR, will I be able to use my existing Hikvision cameras with them? Why is Dahua so much cheaper and has better specs? What is the difference? I have been under the impression (at least from this forum) that Hikvision and Dahua are comparable. And since I inherited...

Hi all, Looking for some help on finalizing my NVR purchase. I am looking to get a 16-channel NVR for Hikvision cameras. So far the cameras that I have are 1x2MP and 4x4MP. I will be getting another 8-10. I'm thinking that the DS-9616NI-ST gives me the most flexibility and performance. I...

Thanks nayr, I think I get it. If switch 1 is connected to the internet router, and it ran all my WiFi APs, and connected via uplink to switch 2 which is the one that has all my IP cams/NVR, and there is a lot of camera traffic (multiple viewers on multiple devices simultaneously), then it...

Thanks jon. Thanks for the info. Do you happen to use any of the monitor outputs on the 7716NI to view your cameras, or do you pretty much stick to your tablet for viewing your cameras?

Thanks nayr. What would drive someone to put cameras and LAN devices on same switch vs separate out like in my sketch? Is there somehow more transparency into the traffic between any given device? Does it improve performance to be on the same Gigabit switch? Thanks again.

I see. So, with a pro-type NVR do you see something like the attached being the high-level network design? I'm assuming the NVR gets plugged in to normal AC power and does not use PoE for power.

Hi folks, Researching Hikvision NVRs (I plan on sticking with Hikvision cameras). I want to make sure I shield my LAN and internet speeds from all the IP camera traffic that will be produced by 16 x 2-4mp cameras. Will the 9616NI pro model help me do this better due to its ability to delegate...

Looking into Hikvision NVRs....there are the Plug-n-Play models (for example the DS-7716NI-SP/16) and the Pro-Models (for example the 9616NI-ST). What is the difference? From the connections stand-point, I see that the PnP already have the individual PoE ports to plug the cameras in. However...

Thanks fenderman. Didn't know about plasti dip. I may just return them. Appreciate you pointing out newbie mistakes.

Excellent, thank you. Just wanted to confirm. I read that the Z in the model number indicated motorized varifocal.

I just purchased the 4mm DS-2CD2542FWD-IS Hikvision to install for my front door. I really like their mini profile. Last week, I purchased these two no-name cameras from backstreet-surveillance to try-out their dark-colored cameras. I hope these cameras are great, as I've been searching for some...

It's sweet looking! Forgot to ask if it is motorized varifocal?

Hey thanks Kawboy12R! I like what I'm seeing, especially knowing that the IR is turned off at the camera. Have you turned on the IR? Is there much bleed due to the dome format? I'm wondering how much "better" the video is with it on given the same lighting.

Hey thanks nayr. Just went to buy it...It has a pretty long delivery time, for what I'm looking for. Hmmm....

Another question...one of the members had pointed out the Darkfighter line (from Hikvision). I found this on B&H's site, and it can ship rather quickly. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1162153-REG/hikvision_darkfighter_series_ds_2cd4526fwd_izh_2mp.html How would you compare this 2mp...

Thanks fenderman, appreciate it. How is it that you know that this particular camera model will have issues with low light and night images? I can't imagine this is an attribute specific to 8mp IP cameras, right? What is it that you are looking at in the specs that tells you that it will have...

I came across an online seller (cctvcameraworld) that sells 4K IP cameras. The cameras come in 8mp and 12mp. I'm looking at this camera, which is $500, for monitoring the front of the house. It's 8mp at 15fps, and 3mp at 30fps, and is a 4mm fixed lens. It's got WDR...

Hi guys, Before I pull the trigger on getting my first good PTZ camera, I'd like everyone's input, insights, and "watch-outs" on the one I've narrowed down. I've been researching 4mp PTZs for quite some time. I landed on this one after finding it on Aliexpress...

Ok, that sounds really good, FrankOceanXray. I will explore this, I like its aesthetic bent. Thanks!

Kawboy12R would you mind sending some screen captures of the resolution you are getting from your 2mp DS-2CD4526FWD-IZ dome Darkfighter? The previous owners left a 3mp IP camera on our property that I'm now using and the resolution is pretty crappy beyond a few feet. So, I worry about...

I appreciate your point of view nayr. Let me clear things up. I want to have cameras on the inside of our property (it is a large property) to be able to view and record all of the main entry points around the property’s perimeter. At the same time, I really want to my home to feel like a home...

I've identified the need for 9 cameras to have good coverage on a large property. Here's what I'm looking for: * One PTZ with awesome night vision. I'm looking to be able to view wide angle as well as zoom into around 60 feet away into the street to capture crisp detail. I don't need...

Thanks Kawboy12R! I'll take a look at the Darkfighter line. Do they make turret style or only dome style? Thanks again! - - - Updated - - - Thank you! I'm just starting out. Will read all I can!

Is there some kind of metric/spec on cameras that can tell me how good (or bad) they are in low light

Thanks Kawboy12R! Probably stupid question on my part: But, how do I know where to turn-off the built-in IR on my camera? Is it via software (I inherited BlueIris) or is there a switch somewhere on cameras that does this? I will probably create a separate post for recommendations for high...

Hello, I just found this forum and have been reading some posts. Seems very helpful for newbies. I have just started learning about surveillance systems. I purchased a home with a few outdoor cameras installed. There is one camera at the front gate, and three others around the perimeter of the...