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    IP8M-DT3949EW-3AI Mounting box?

    Note that their specs are not all that accurate. I have 4.88 for the PFA130-E but just measured it at 4.79. The PFA137 shows 4.8. The 3949 camera shows 4.8. Based on everything I have seen it looks like it should fit. Amcrest says it is not compatible but the camera is new and probably is not...
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI event setup

    Changed to IVS. No perimeter or rules yet. It made a big difference during the daylight. Every file has a valid item like a car or person. However after dark moths and bugs are attracted and any one of them flying past triggers. Thanks
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI event setup

    Can your intrusion box be the full screen? Isn't the whole purpose of Human and Vehicle SMD to only trigger on them and eliminate the false triggers? Their AI that they are so proud of appears to do nothing. Thanks
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI event setup

    Was using MD/SMD. Just disabled it and enabled IVS in Smart Plan. Have not looked into setting up rules.
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    IP8M-DT3949EW-3AI Mounting box?

    Has anyone used the IP8M-DT3949EW-3AI with the PFA130-E box? Specs look close.
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI event setup

    I have several IP8M-T2669EW-AI cameras. I have played with the event setup quite a bit but they sometimes trigger and record almost continuously. 20 to 30 files a day. Human and vehicle are enabled. I do want the full field covered. What is needed to make them stop triggering for every tiny...
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI Not recording to SD card.

    Yesterday after connecting to it a few times it started recording events to the SD card. I seemed to be working ok but stopped again at 9:00PM. It is just intermittent. Amcrest support said to set up a specific schedule but the other four cameras work fine without a specific schedule.
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669EW-AI Not recording to SD card.

    Issue: I have five of these running off the same POE switch. All are using a local SD card. SW version V2.800.00AC001.O.R All are configured the same. I just noticed today that this camera has not been recording to the SSD card. No files for the last month. Connecting via web and live work...
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    Low Rez when connecting to the BI service

    Four cameras viewed. Both PC's are I7's with 27" monitor and video card. Seems to look great on all four with every option except remote connection to the BI service. It is usable but clearly lower quality. Also, its all on the local lan with very little traffic. Thanks
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    Low Rez when connecting to the BI service

    I have BI installed as the only app running on an I7-3770. It looks great when viewing cameras from the attached monitor. The cameras look great when viewing with Amcrest Surveillance Pro. The cameras look great with a direct connect. When I connect to the BI web service they look much lower...
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    Modems with two Ethernet ports ?

    There are a couple of modems available with two ethernet ports. My understanding is that ISP's provide a second IP address for a fee. Arris SB8200 and S33. This diagram looks like it protects the network from camera access. Do you consider that the primary threat? I realize that BI would need...
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    Modems with two Ethernet ports ?

    Has anyone used a newer modem with two ethernet ports? Would this be a more secure option to put BI and your cameras on a second dedicated network? Thanks
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    Turret Camera with 2-way Audio?

    Is there a POE Turret camera with 2-way audio in the $100 to $150 range? or Best doorbell cam with 2-way audio? Thanks
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    How To Upgrade Amcrest / Lorex to Dahua Firmware And Get All Dahua Features

    Anything for the IP8M-T2669EW-AI It is already an AI camera. Would there be any advantage? Once it is flashed, is it recognized as a Dahua camera model? Thanks
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    PC On Sale?

    I have an older I7-3770 with an SSD and a 1TB drive. It would probably be fine for 5 cameras. It is in an old Corsair case that is huge and probably draws a lot more power. The idea of an appliance size PC with current hardware, windows 11 and a warranty is attractive. Normally I do not care...
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    PC On Sale?

    Big question is can you build anything better for $500. It would be hard.
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    PC On Sale?

    Isn't the Optiplex the business line and Inspiron retail? I know that often they are the same hardware but the retail SW is loaded up with crap.
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    PC On Sale?

    I just looked at some of the benchmarks and this I5 beats the I7-8700K in almost every one. Pretty impressive. Even without an additional 3 1/2 drive slot you could just upgrade the 1TB drive. Seems like a lot of hardware for $500 new and its small.
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    PC On Sale?

    I know Dell is pretty much Bottom of the Barrel but opinions on this for BI?
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    BI and Camera SD cards

    If you are running Blue Iris or and NVR, do you still use SD cards in your cameras? Will it record to both simultaneously?
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    Amcrest 4K IP8M-T2669EW-AI alternative.

    I agree. Any suggestions for a good deal on a 1/1.8 dome camera? Or something between the 1/1.8 and the 1/2.8 ? Amazing how the technology and prices have not changed much over the last couple of years. Seems like everyone likes the Dahua 5442. Thanks
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    New to BI

    I just installed BI on a Third Gen I7 and it runs great. With one camera streaming and a remote connection CPU is at 30%. If it works out I will upgrade the PC. Local network connection with a browser works fine. Are management and setup options limited unless you are on the console? I...
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    Amcrest 4K IP8M-T2669EW-AI alternative.

    Can anyone recommend alternatives to the Amcrest 4K IP8M-T2669EW-AI in the $100 range? How important is AI built into the camera?
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    Amcrest 5 Series NVR, Blue Iris

    Are the Amcrest 5 series NVR's a big improvement over the 4 Series? Comments on Blue Iris vs Amcrest Series 5 Remote Access by phone? I am aware that Blue Iris Software is preferred. Is there an NVR that comes close?
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    How important is AI?

    Its a front door camera that covers the porch and driveway. Every bug that flies in front of it, and there can be a lot at night around the porch light, sets it off. If the wind blows the movement of the trees or bushes alerts. Maybe a lizard on the wall. I did not know you could use BI for the...
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    How important is AI?

    I have an Amcrest camera with AI and it gets false alerts all the time. I probably need to play with the configuration. They sell the exact same camera without AI for about $30 less. I am leaning towards a 5442 for my next camera. Do they have internal AI?
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    How important is AI?

    How important is AI in a camera? Do you find it to be worth the additional cost? Thanks
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669. Looking for something better.

    "1/1.8" = .555" (bigger than a .50 caliber bullet or ball) Great for 4MP " Do you have a camera in mind with these specs?
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669. Looking for something better.

    I know that sensor size is critical. How well does a 2mp zoom on items such as a license plate? I think I would like to go with 4mp minimum. Thanks
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    Amcrest IP8M-T2669. Looking for something better.

    I have this camera...
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