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Just sharing in case it helps others. How I broke my IPC-HDW5231R-Z I decided I wanted more cameras after running a single cable to the side of my home, so I followed the cliff notes idea of using a POE powered switch. The POE switch was housed in an "off the shelf" waterproof enclosure...

Hi, I want to post a recording to my YouTube account. When I down the file from my dahua NVR and play on PC it works with sound. When I download the video to my phone, it works with sound. However when I upload the .dav file to YouTube it doesn't have sound. What's the best way to get sound...

Hi all, I want a Poe doorbell for greater reliability, and so I don't have to hire an electrician to change the doorbell transformer. I want it to connect to my NVR and record either 24/7, or just when a person comes to the door. I want the bell to connect to my phone and inform me when it is...

Hi all, I have just received an unbranded Dahua NVR5216-4KS2 courtesy of Andy. It's a well made, solid looking unit and a great spec. Unfortunately it is also very loud, infact it is much loader than my HTPC, TV and Humax box all combined. This is currently unacceptable to both me and my wife...

Anyone know what the differences are, or the best app to get. My cameras are coming in 10 days, can't wait, so trying to get prepared Attached picture shows all the apps...

Hi I am looking to purchase my CCTV set up within a few days, sooner the better really. I live in the UK and I believe international firmware is the best? Ihave a Netgear 24 port 190W Gigabit PoE+ switch (GS724TP-200EUS) I intend to use 12 x Dahua 5231 ZE cameras with it. Although I want to...

Hi all, I am new here. I have a little experience with CCTV cameras. I would certainly call myself a noob, but I'm reading a lot and learning as I go. I intend to run 11 POE cameras at first, possibly increasing this number. I have already ran Cat6a cables, I currently have 4 ethernet cables...

Hello, Oliver from Yorkshire, UK here. I'm looking to buy from Andy and will asking in another post for recommendations. Great forum!