DS-2CD2032-I help

[Oleg]

Hi, looking forward to buy DS-2CD2032-I and reading the forum. I was told by a seller that camera comes without a power supply or PoE adapter, which is sad. HOT2014 Hikvision Original gun waterproof security network cctv camera DS 2CD2032 I 3MP IR ip camera mini support POE-in CCTV Cameras from Home Improvement on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
I definitely need PoE adapter as I do not have any power around. Found these ones 5 Pieces/lot power over ethernet poe splitter & injector 12V 1A output CCTV camera RJ45 connector poe switch Free Shipping-in AC/DC Adapters from Electrical Equipment & Supplies on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group but not sure if they are OK for the camera.

What other surprises I may get? Is this camera for China or International?

Thanks a lot.

 

[fenderman]

Buy a brand name poe injector or switch... The ones on you linked to is not IEEE 802.3af compliant
Amazon.com: TP-LINK TL-SF1008P 10/100Mbps 8-Port PoE Switch, 4 POE ports, IEEE 802.3af, 53W: Electronics
Amazon.com: TP-LINK TL-PoE150S Gigabit PoE Injector Adapter, IEEE 802.3af compliant, Up to 100 meters (328 Feet): Electronics
The camera with be a china version...there are many threads on that subject..

 

[Oleg]

Thanks fenderman, thats good information. Yes, I saw TP-Link 150S, but was confused the output number, it says max 48VDC and the camera is just 12VDC. Is it safe to use it? And are all cameras coming without a power supply/POE adapter or just China version? Thanks

 

[fenderman]

The camera can be powered by 12v via a regular 12v adapter OR via true poe which can provide up to 48v...the poe switch or injectors from amazon are what you want... IEEE 802.3af compliant
All hikvision cams (as well as most other poe cameras) come without the adapter because they are poe....adding an adapter with each camera is a waste as most will never be used and would add a few dollars to the cost....

 

[Oleg]

The camera can be powered by 12v via a regular 12v adapter OR via true poe which can provide up to 48v...the poe switch or injectors from amazon are what you want...IEEE 802.3af compliant

Got it, thank you.

All hikvision cams (as well as most other poe cameras) come without the adapter because they are poe....adding an adapter with each camera is a waste as most will never be used and would add a few dollars to the cost....

Thats true, but for home users like me, who need just a full package, rather then headache to search PoE adaptor.

 

[fenderman]

Actually using an adapter is a much bigger headache and mess than using poe- with an adapter you need to run two cables to the camera and you need to have an outlet close to the cam...
...also keep in mind that most of these manufactures do not sell directly to end users..the added cost cannot be justified..
You can also use a standard 12v 1a adapter...but i wouldnt mess with that...run a single ethernet cable to the camera and use poe..

 

[Oleg]

Actually using an adapter is a much bigger headache...

Yes, I wasn't clear enough, I meant without PoE adapter. I bought Ubiquiti AirCam IP Camera(not happy with, cause a glitchy server software) and it came with PoE adapter(happy with). Now I got 2 server software running together UnifyVideo and Blue Iris. And looking for another IP cameras which can work directly with Blue Iris.

 

[fenderman]

Oh, I see...ubiquity uses their own specialized poe (at least they used to) and they built the cost of the adapter into the price....I know that Grandstream used to also include a standard 12v adapter...personally i prefer that they dont so that the unit costs less and i can pick and choose the right one for me...Regardless, you will be happy with the hikvision..while looking at the 2032, also consider the 2332 turret, its looks better and has slightly better nightvision as well.

 

[Oleg]

Thanks, I like your idea about TP-Link, will think about it, I already use a lot of TP-Link products, such as PowerLines. Will check 2332, thanks. BTW, I asked seller about version (http://www.aliexpress.com/item/HOT2014-Hikvision-Original-gun-waterproof-security-network-cctv-camera-DS-2CD2032-I-3MP-IR-ip-camera/2027580036.html) and was told that this is English version, is he lying? Or they may have English version too? Thanks

 

[fenderman]

"English" is very different than US...the next time you flash the firmware it will revert to chinese...there are many threads on this...there are ways to change it back to English...

 

[Oleg]

"English" is very different than US...the next time you flash the firmware it will revert to chinese...

Bugger

 

[Oleg]

How about Amazon version, do they come as really English version or same as China ones? Thanks

 

[fenderman]

How about Amazon version, do they come as really English version or same as China ones? Thanks

It depends on the seller....you would have to ask them directly...also you would have to test it when you get it to make sure they were not lying...

 

[Oleg]

It depends on the seller....you would have to ask them directly...also you would have to test it when you get it to make sure they were not lying...

So except the language issue the cameras are good, right?

 

[fenderman]

So except the language issue the cameras are good, right?

Yes...also dont expect any warranty or returns...but in exchange they are much cheaper..

 

[Oleg]

... also consider the 2332 turret, its looks better and has slightly better night vision as well.

This one: 2015 Original Hikvision V5.2.5 Multi language DS 2CD2332 I Network HD IP Camera POE 3MP MINI Dome IP Camera 1080P CCTV Camera-in CCTV Cameras from Home Improvement on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group ?
Some cameras come with different firmware, which one is better?

 

[fenderman]

Yes that camera...firmware is all the same..there is no benefit to newer firmware..

 

[olli]

This camera will offer you 50 meters night vision, the cost is 106$ (includes bracket) while 2332 costs 94$, so not very much more.
Aliexpress.com : Buy Free shipping Hikvision 3MP DS 2CD2232 I5 with bracket IP camera HD network DS 1212ZJ camera CCTV camera support POE IP66 from Reliable camera insert suppliers on CCTV CAMERA CHINA | Alibaba Group

 

[cenktezcan]

i use that camera with tplink 150s adaptor it is working with 150 mt awg 23 cat6 cable.

 

[Oleg]

This camera will offer you 50 meters night vision, the cost is 106$ (includes bracket) while 2332 costs 94$, so not very much more.
Aliexpress.com : Buy Free shipping Hikvision 3MP DS 2CD2232 I5 with bracket IP camera HD network DS 1212ZJ camera CCTV camera support POE IP66 from Reliable camera insert suppliers on CCTV CAMERA CHINA | Alibaba Group

Thank you, olli.
I found 2332 for $85 and this 2232 is $105, a bit expensive.