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    Anyone know how to rewire Dahua camera? (IPC-HFW4431R-Z)

    Hello I have camera model IPC-HFW4431R-Z that I need to rewire. The wire doesn't have standard coloring per CAT5e standards. I know some people dial through to check where it goes but the connector is partially damaged not sure that I can get the wires figured out that way.
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    Microphone issue! Please recommend what to do!

    I'm trying to connect a microphone to my DS-2CD764FWD-EZ camera. I tried 2 different ones but getting static loud noise. I think the amperage is too high, one of the microphones (DS-2FP4021-B) shows to take 45mA. I tried to use a supply from an old analog security camera, it had 1200mA. I am...
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    Using own SMTP server for email notifications, any idea?

    Hello, I found that using other email services even such as gmail are highly unreliable for purpose of sending email notifications from camera or NVR. I have access to SMTP server based on Exchange which has authenticated relay enabled. I'am using it successfully with backup software for...
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    How many cameras can computer with IVMS4200 storage server support?

    Computer is quad core AMD running at 2.5Ghz and 16GB RAM, 750ti NVidia. Cameras are all Hikvision, some 3mp others 4mp. I'd like to know how many cameras, lets say 4mp can be handled at full definition?
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    Need good dashcam, compact, front and rear.

    Hello I need a good and reliable dashcam. (video registrator) I'd like it to be compact, record front and rear, and to have good clarity at night as well, so IR or low light lens or something that works. I don't care about GPS, wifi or any other features I thought about Vantrue (rear camera is...
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    Trying to configure Email notifications through private SMTP server, any ideas?

    Hello, I am trying configure email notifications on Hikvision camera and use a private (MS Exchange) SMTP server with authenticated relay. I have tested the connection on a DELL printer so I know it works. But I put same settings on the camera and it doesn't work. Any ideas what to try?
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    Illegal login notification

    I received an email for illegal login notification: " This is an automatically generated e-mail from your IPC. EVENT TYPE: Illegal Login,login ip:10.0.3.19 EVENT TIME: 2017-03-25,03:42:40 IPC NAME: IP CAMERA IPC S/N: DS-2CD3145F-I20151117AACH552652357 " It wasn't me and nobody else really has...
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    Anyone tried Vantrue X2 Dash Cam?

    Seems to have very good video footage quality. Not quite sure about reliability. But considering purchasing this for my vehicle.
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    Feature chart?

    Hi anyone know of a link (if exists) to feature chart? Besides details on lens and MP etc, want to see list with available features such as line crossing or face detection etc. Thanks.
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    FTP doesn't work.

    newest version but FTP doesn't work. settings are correct, tested in DreamWeaver. tried checking and unchecking pload and also different directory options but still doesn't work, anybody know fix?
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    Problem sending email, have new firmware...

    Hello, I have DS-2CD2042WD-I camera on V5.4.5 build 170124. It had 5.4.3 but I upgraded thinking may fix email problem but same issue. I tried gmail with SSL, TLS and variations of settings, also tried GMX email service, and even a fully controlled SMTP server that does not require TLS which I...
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    Storage problem on Hikvision NVR, any ideas?

    Hello, I have a Hikvision DS-7616NI-I2 (16p) NVR and for some reason I can't seem to utilize all space for recording. Besides that the NVR seems to work fine. I have 2 drives setup, I tried to group the 2 together as one, and also tried to put half of the channels on one, and the other half on...
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    Motion/Notifications.

    In recording/Schedule Settings, there are options to record continuous, motion, alarm, and event. I am assuming it will record any event, including standard motion and line crossing? Is there any way to record motion on all area, but get email notification only on selected/drawn area...
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    Where to start with alarm/security systems install for business?

    Hello, where is a good place to learn how to install and configure security alarm systems for business? Is special license required for this, or general business license is enough? I have been setting up security cameras for quiet some time and thought I may try security alarm setups but don't...
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    Email problem!!! Anyone know fix?

    Hey, I can't seem to setup the email notification, not matter what settings I try. I tried gmail, with normal password and 2 way authentication, tried to make a separate account as well. And of course enabled less-secure apps on all. I tried Yandex and GMX and GoDaddy free email, also tried...
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    Universal mobile app? Also auto IRIS question.

    Can someone recommend a mobile app that can have both Hikvision and Dahua cameras at same time? Free or inexpensive. Also do most IP cames have auto IRIS without advertising it? Or only some have just they handle sun well? I see that most do not have Auto IRIS listed, but sun shine is normally...
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    Is it legal to post videos online?

    I see a lot are posting videos, sometimes with faces visible. Some videos are interesting to watch, but curious if it is legal to publicize such videos or there could be privacy issues? I have a few videos I could post sometime too but not sure if I should. Also does anyone know about if it is...
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    Greetings

    Greetings, I am an IT consultant, mainly work with servers and business networks, but I also do security camera setups from time to time. I have seen this forum quiet a bit in search results, thought I'd register to post/participate and perhaps find more information or interesting discussions.
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    Few questions on Hikvision NVR

    Hello all, Noticed this forum while searching for information a lot, thought I'd try to post here. I have a Hikvision NVR, model: DS-7616NI-I2 / 16P First of all I'd like to know where I can download the newest firmware for this model, I tried searching Hikvision but can't find it. Clicking...
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