Hello, Nice to meet you here!
I've been reading here for a short while and there is still a lot to read depending on the functionality to be implemented. In-depth info, invaluable reviews as well as members' practical experiences make this forum really outstanding!
To start with, I am inclined towards starlight varifocals: IPC-HDW5231R-ZE, IPC-HDW5231R-Z because of low light performance. Still undecided which way to go... like the ZE specs but like the Z aesthetics...
Also, how does the IPC-HDW2231R-ZS compare to IPC-HDW5231R-Z (<---can't find this model on Dahua's website)?
I am attracted to IPC-HDW5831R-ZE due to higher resolution and yes, it's sad that it suffers at low light.
What is the experience of using extra IR illumination to cover areas apart from camera's IR? In other words, is it possible to get the best of both worlds?
Regarding NVRs, is it recommended to get Dahua's NVR and ePOE switches? There is no 800m requirement but I would like to achieve highest frame rate possible and wondering if there are some "proprietary" features that won't work without Dahua's NVR &/or Switch.
This will be a new network with CAT6 solid copper UTP cables, other hardware is still under research. Wish to avoid bottlenecks/limitations of processing, bandwidth and storage to get the best performance. Considering 10Gb network as well (I know, it's not required right now). Prevailing thought is to have a higher spec'd system now so cameras can be added/upgraded later to 4K without issues.
Lastly, who is this "Andy" person and how can I contact him to get cameras? Is this still the best route to price+quality for US customers? Or, any other options?
Your thoughts/comments are welcome.
I've been reading here for a short while and there is still a lot to read depending on the functionality to be implemented. In-depth info, invaluable reviews as well as members' practical experiences make this forum really outstanding!
To start with, I am inclined towards starlight varifocals: IPC-HDW5231R-ZE, IPC-HDW5231R-Z because of low light performance. Still undecided which way to go... like the ZE specs but like the Z aesthetics...
Also, how does the IPC-HDW2231R-ZS compare to IPC-HDW5231R-Z (<---can't find this model on Dahua's website)?
I am attracted to IPC-HDW5831R-ZE due to higher resolution and yes, it's sad that it suffers at low light.
What is the experience of using extra IR illumination to cover areas apart from camera's IR? In other words, is it possible to get the best of both worlds?
Regarding NVRs, is it recommended to get Dahua's NVR and ePOE switches? There is no 800m requirement but I would like to achieve highest frame rate possible and wondering if there are some "proprietary" features that won't work without Dahua's NVR &/or Switch.
This will be a new network with CAT6 solid copper UTP cables, other hardware is still under research. Wish to avoid bottlenecks/limitations of processing, bandwidth and storage to get the best performance. Considering 10Gb network as well (I know, it's not required right now). Prevailing thought is to have a higher spec'd system now so cameras can be added/upgraded later to 4K without issues.
Lastly, who is this "Andy" person and how can I contact him to get cameras? Is this still the best route to price+quality for US customers? Or, any other options?
Your thoughts/comments are welcome.