Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

[Doolally]

Thanks @EMPIRETECANDY Got my two 5231s today.
I flashed "DH_IPC-HX5X3X-Rhea_EngSpn_N_Stream3_V2.460.0000.7.R.20170306" on them. Is this still the latest firmware or is there a newer one that fixes the constant rebooting issues some have seen when connected to the internet?

Yes sir re-flashed 6 of them last night with that FW (all local lan NO INTERNET ACCESS)

 

[GaretJax]

Can anyone explain how to use the weather sealing part that comes with the PFA137 mount please?

Answer is in this post from the thread. If I can find it than so can you since I just learned how to search within a thread.

 

[Doolally]

These Cameras fuckin kick ass BTW blown away after only having them on for 24 hours
Thank you @nayr and @fenderman for the recommendation and guidance

Guys now I have my cams in and ready to crank up the quality, my switch can handle it and want to see what storage it chomps through, what would be the highest settings recommend for the best quality bitrate etc without crippling the cam, Can I increase to H.265 also Increase Audio?

What settings should be focused on just for sheer quality of the audio and video with bandwidth or saturation of the network not an issue

Thanks In advance

 

[looney2ns]

These Cameras fuckin kick ass BTW blown away after only having them on for 24 hours
Thank you @nayr and @fenderman for the recommendation and guidance

Guys now I have my cams in and ready to crank up the quality, my switch can handle it and want to see what storage it chomps through, what would be the highest settings recommend for the best quality bitrate etc without crippling the cam, Can I increase to H.265 also Increase Audio?

What settings should be focused on just for sheer quality of the audio and video with bandwidth or saturation of the network not an issue

Thanks In advance

15fps is plenty in majority is situations. Then Max out the bit rate.

 

[EMPIRETECANDY]

For the members from EU, please be really mentioned to use the Free tax way. Some guy paid 50usd more tax for a single cam, so better to mention to use free tax way,@Crazykiller he bought many times, and normally no tax issues. He is in DE.Thank you guys, just want to help you guys save some money.

 

[Doolally]

15fps is plenty in majority is situations. Then Max out the bit rate.

Thanks @looney2ns what is the max bitrate ?

 

[HalfMoon]

Thanks @looney2ns what is the max bitrate ?

The range is listed next to the box where you put in the desired bitrate.

 

[Doolally]

Should I push H.265 or not recommended with an i5 and only 8GB

 

[flynreelow]

Should I push H.265 or not recommended with an i5 and only 8GB

I dont know of any drawbacks of h265 (although sighthound doesnt support it)

but it will def help with storage space...

 

[Doolally]

I dont know of any drawbacks of h265 (although sighthound doesnt support it)

but it will def help with storage space...

thanks bud

 

[jr4net]

Can I add a external bullet Mic to HDW5231r-z, or bullet mic only can be add the (bullet HFW5231E-E5) , I am try to get better quality with a power mic.
Can I just run another Cat5 to the HDW5231 to power the mic??

 

[Solar Deity]

Can I add a external bullet Mic to HDW5231r-z, or bullet mic only can be add the (bullet HFW5231E-E5) , I am try to get better quality with a power mic.
Can I just run another Cat5 to the HDW5231 to power the mic??

Not that I'm aware of. Camera has an RJ-45 waterproof female connector, and a 12V 2.1mm/5mm power connector.

Get the HDBW5231R-Z if you want to connect an external mic, and can protect the plexiglass dome from direct sunlight.

SD

 

[Doolally]

So far so good guys very impressed, No NVR just BI Dell SFF with 8Gb ram, 48Port POE switch, still tweaking the Motion detection and playing with various settings I want another cam for the door specifically right above it

 

[happf]

How do I install the microSD card? I remember a thread that explained for the HDW and HFW but now I can't find it. Also, is there a way to search within a specific thread? Also trying to get IVS working but this thread is now 140 pages!

 

[redfive]

@happf Did you try on page 1 ?
Cheers,
jonatha

 

[HalfMoon]

How do I install the microSD card? I remember a thread that explained for the HDW and HFW but now I can't find it. Also, is there a way to search within a specific thread? Also trying to get IVS working but this thread is now 140 pages!

You have to unscrew the three phillips head screws that keep the camera enclosure sealed. Then, on the circuit board inside you will see the MicroSD slot.

 

[happf]

Yes, I saw the pic on Page 1. I already have it taken apart. I see the SD card slot, but am I suppose to just slide card in or am I suppose to somehow flip up that cover. I remember another thread where he detail the different cameras and I think I recall something about how some you just slide in the card in and others it looks like you slide it in but you really have to flip up a cover.

 

[HalfMoon]

Yes, I saw the pic on Page 1. I already have it taken apart. I see the SD card slot, but am I suppose to just slide card in or am I suppose to somehow flip up that cover. I remember another thread where he detail the different cameras and I think I recall something about how some you just slide in the card in and others it looks like you slide it in but you really have to flip up a cover.

It just slides in and will "click" into place. Push down and let go to release/eject the card.

 

[happf]

Thanks! It does finally click. I just didn't want to risk breaking anything. Long trip back if I did.

BTW, does anybody recall that other thread?

 

[Fastb]

is there a way to search within a specific thread? Also trying to get IVS working but this thread is now 140 pages!

Yes.
See Hey guys - how do I search for posts inside of a thread

Fastb