Before purchasing the Ezviz H9C 3K WiFi Camera, I want to clarify a few things to ensure all its features work seamlessly with my HikVision NVR and PoE setup.
I have a few specific questions regarding:
1. Video recording via hardwired connection to the NVR
2. Audio recording
3. Sirens, strobe lights and other smart features functioning on both the HikConnect app and NVR display
I’ll go through them one by one. Please feel free to keep your answers brief, just yes or no is fine.
For context:
I’m setting up my Ezviz H9C 3K WiFi camera with a HikVision AcuSense DS-7608NXI-K1 8-Channel NVR and a HikVision DS-3E0510P 8-Port PoE Switch.
I’ve researched the setup and have a clear idea of how to connect everything, but I need confirmation on a few points, especially whether all features will function properly in the HikConnect app and NVR display.
My Concerns:
1. Using PoE Switch for Data Connectivity:
• I would appreciate confirmation on this, Is it safe to connect the Cat 6 RJ45 cable from the camera to a PoE port on my switch, given that I don’t have an available uplink port?
• Also, will the PoE switch only provide data and not power to the camera when connected this way?
2. Video Recording to the NVR:
• We have a 2TB hard drive installed in the NVR. If the camera is connected to a PoE port and the PoE switch is then connected to the NVR, everything should be stored and recorded in the hard drive, correct?
• I’ve seen the setup process, but I couldn’t find any discussion or confirmation about whether using a PoE switch as an intermediary affects this in any way.
3. Audio Recording on NVR:
I’ve come across multiple reports in YouTube comments where people say that while video records fine, audio doesn’t work when the Ezviz H9C is connected to an NVR.
• Has Ezviz acknowledged this issue?
• Is this a known limitation or a setting that needs to be adjusted?
• Does this typically happen with WiFi cameras connected to an NVR, or is it specific to the H9C?
4. Getting H9C Camera Features to Work on HikConnect App and NVR Display:
I want to confirm whether the Ezviz H9C’s smart features, specifically AI detection, siren, strobe light, etc. will still be fully functional and controllable through the HikConnect app and NVR display once the camera is connected.
I’m sure pan and tilt will work, but:
• Will these features remain accessible through HikConnect and the NVR. Or will I need to use the Ezviz app to trigger functions like the siren and strobe light?
Would appreciate any expertise and insights, have a great day everyone.
I have a few specific questions regarding:
1. Video recording via hardwired connection to the NVR
2. Audio recording
3. Sirens, strobe lights and other smart features functioning on both the HikConnect app and NVR display
I’ll go through them one by one. Please feel free to keep your answers brief, just yes or no is fine.
For context:
I’m setting up my Ezviz H9C 3K WiFi camera with a HikVision AcuSense DS-7608NXI-K1 8-Channel NVR and a HikVision DS-3E0510P 8-Port PoE Switch.
I’ve researched the setup and have a clear idea of how to connect everything, but I need confirmation on a few points, especially whether all features will function properly in the HikConnect app and NVR display.
My Concerns:
1. Using PoE Switch for Data Connectivity:
• I would appreciate confirmation on this, Is it safe to connect the Cat 6 RJ45 cable from the camera to a PoE port on my switch, given that I don’t have an available uplink port?
• Also, will the PoE switch only provide data and not power to the camera when connected this way?
2. Video Recording to the NVR:
• We have a 2TB hard drive installed in the NVR. If the camera is connected to a PoE port and the PoE switch is then connected to the NVR, everything should be stored and recorded in the hard drive, correct?
• I’ve seen the setup process, but I couldn’t find any discussion or confirmation about whether using a PoE switch as an intermediary affects this in any way.
3. Audio Recording on NVR:
I’ve come across multiple reports in YouTube comments where people say that while video records fine, audio doesn’t work when the Ezviz H9C is connected to an NVR.
• Has Ezviz acknowledged this issue?
• Is this a known limitation or a setting that needs to be adjusted?
• Does this typically happen with WiFi cameras connected to an NVR, or is it specific to the H9C?
4. Getting H9C Camera Features to Work on HikConnect App and NVR Display:
I want to confirm whether the Ezviz H9C’s smart features, specifically AI detection, siren, strobe light, etc. will still be fully functional and controllable through the HikConnect app and NVR display once the camera is connected.
I’m sure pan and tilt will work, but:
• Will these features remain accessible through HikConnect and the NVR. Or will I need to use the Ezviz app to trigger functions like the siren and strobe light?
Would appreciate any expertise and insights, have a great day everyone.