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  1. Ri22o

    Can I use a spotter cam to trigger an LPR cam to analyze plate data?

    You would put the LPR cam in a group by itself. On the Trigger page of the Spotter cam, you will check Trigger Camera Groups and then select the group made above. When the Spotter is triggered, regardless of what triggered it, it will trigger the LPR. So this Spotter will basically need to be...
  2. Ri22o

    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    In those comparisons, yes/no. The mini was mounted higher in the day time capture, but the night time is the same position as the new PTZ.
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    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    Nope, it's definitely main. Main: Sub:
  4. Ri22o

    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    For my first big camera purchase, I am not overly impressed either. Is there anything Andy can do with a FW update? It looks like he has tagging turned off.
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    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    Yea, tried to cram a lot of info in there while in a meeting. What are your thoughts on the FW update?
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    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    It's all in my post. The IVS rules when parked on the left are set to 36. When it's called to the rules on the right, it's 60. The mini was 32-34.
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    PTZ5A4M-25X Tracking issues - Dahua SD5A425GA-HNR

    I just swapped my mini-PTZ out for one of these and have been less than impressed with the tracking and overall settings, with most of the same sentiments as you. Mini-PTZ was 32-34 on ratio. With the new one, it makes no sense (Left FOV is 36, right call-to FOV is 60). It will start OK, then...
  8. Ri22o

    New Shed - Camera Suggestions

    I would think an AS or ZE would be sufficient. I was going to suggest another, looking back at the house, but BACK YARD shows that if you can't see the shed, the shed can't see the house.
  9. Ri22o

    Low-light struggles / improving image quality.

    Do you have an SD card in the camera? If not, I would recommend it. It's a good way to review footage with the IVS rules overlaid on top.
  10. Ri22o

    Review-EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-X3 1/2.8" CMOS 3 × 2 MP bullet cam

    Yea, the adjustments are very coarse. My rotate adjustment doesn't even lock in at zero and is a few degrees off, which is annoying. I ended up hanging it from a PFB203W to give more freedom of adjustment L/R. It requires printing a spacer and tapping new holes in the mount, but it made a big...
  11. Ri22o

    Camera recommendation for long distance

    The Z4E or Z12E will get you there, but the issue will be getting enough IR out that far.
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    Review-EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-X3 1/2.8" CMOS 3 × 2 MP bullet cam

    Go into Network Settings > Platform Access > ONVIF Turn off Login Verification
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    Review-EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-X3 1/2.8" CMOS 3 × 2 MP bullet cam

    You're not seeing this? For the different channels, just change the channel number in the string. (1,2,3)
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    Review-EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-X3 1/2.8" CMOS 3 × 2 MP bullet cam

    Are you using BI?
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    Review-EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-X3 1/2.8" CMOS 3 × 2 MP bullet cam

    This is the relationship of the different FOVs.
  16. Ri22o

    My neighbors are talking about my house.

    I questioned that too. I saw comments that it's a water cannon for fires. I would think it would look a lot less like a cannon though and more like normal fire suppression equipment.
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    My neighbors are talking about my house.

    It's fixed. They're pointed at balconies at the Cosmopolitan in Vegas. It looks like each one has an IR blaster on it as well. https://www.casino.org/news/smile-for-the-security-cameras-on-your-cosmopolitan-las-vegas-balcony/
  18. Ri22o

    My neighbors are talking about my house.

    How my neighbors describe my house when they walk by:
  19. Ri22o

    Low-light struggles / improving image quality.

    You will want to check your focus settings when it is in Day and again when it is switched to Night. The IR filter can slightly change the focus when it drops into place, so an adjustment of a few points might be needed.
  20. Ri22o

    EmpireTech web interface questions.

    After you apply the first rule, you’re fine. It’s just the initial rule that messes up your settings. I’ve found it’s good practice to throw a random rule on, to get it out of the way, before I start messing with the other settings.
  21. Ri22o

    EmpireTech web interface questions.

    Do make sure to take note of your Day/Night exposure settings prior to assigning an IVS rule. For some reason when you set a rule it will change your exposure to shutter priority and you will lose your custom/manual settings.
  22. Ri22o

    EmpireTech 10th Anniversary (Summer+Prime Day)Sales

    Yet to be picked. Andy, do you know when PTZs should ship? My date has been 7/19 since I ordered, but just wanted to check.
  23. Ri22o

    Criminal spy camera inside Logitech mouse

    You’re still on about this?
  24. Ri22o

    Was tweaking my LPR settings tonight and caught this speeder on my driveway

    Looks like a porcupine.
  25. Ri22o

    Low-light struggles / improving image quality.

    T54IR-ZE at 12mm and 40ft. B54IR-Z4E at 32mm and 50ft.
  26. Ri22o

    Low-light struggles / improving image quality.

    I recently found that even if you're on the correct MP for the sensor, it just doesn't always work. I struggled to get the triple lens camera to work in this location, but there just wasn't enough light, even with all of the onboard IR. I switched to a B54IR-Z4E and it was a huge difference. I...
  27. Ri22o

    Replacing Reolink RLC-410/510 Cams with Empiretech Cams

    Unfortunately, the adage of "buy once, cry once" is definitely in play here. Most people start with Reolinks (because they're cheaper) only to find they are less than stellar, and then end up spending the additional money on better Dahua/Andy/HiK cams. If they would have just made the...
  28. Ri22o

    Camera selections

    Seeing someone is one thing, but identifying someone is another. Below are captures from my 2MP B52IR-X3 that has 3.6mm, 12mm, and 25mm focal lengths. The three lenses in the camera all point at the same spot. In this case, the guy is across the street about 100ft away. He is in every capture...
  29. Ri22o

    Camera selections

    Things that would be helpful: Aerial image of your home/property. Photos of your home/property from various angles. Make sure to include any features that may need additional attention. Intent of different camera locations. You should look at your system as an investment. Many here will say...
  30. Ri22o

    New plates coming to Indiana. Thoughts?

    I can't see them offering them to make it harder, so it makes sense.
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