Search results

  1. xmfan

    remote monitoring

    @Mr_D and all the experts here..a quick follow up question. The PC/laptop I will be using to run BI, it is required to that it has a 1GB network port ? I am thinking for re-purposing an older i5 laptop, which *may* have only an 10/100 port. thanks !
  2. xmfan

    remote monitoring

    thanks again for all the great feedback, I feel like I have a good roadmap for my installation. =)
  3. xmfan

    remote monitoring

    @Mr_D thanks for that confirming feedback. I will look to set up a dedicated PC with BI, use the NAS as my stream storage, and get the BI iOS app for monitoring. cheers !! =)
  4. xmfan

    remote monitoring

    thank you for all your valuable feedback. I wasn't aware blue iris has an iOS app. Will check into that further. ..ah yes, the 'cliff' notes. I did d/l that and completely forgot about it, will revisit. I believe synology does charge a license fee to use their camstation, if i am not mistaken...
  5. xmfan

    remote monitoring

    Hey folks, wanted to run something by y'all... I started my camera installs some months ago but the project halted due to other urgent priorities that derailed me - LOL. I am now back on the project and starting to plan out the layout and the installation. I have two dahua starlights (got'em...
  6. xmfan

    garage cam install location recommendations requested

    Thanks for that, @looney2ns. At night, when the lights go on, I am assuming it only helps the builtin IRs, right ? I got a bucket with sand and 2x4x10 ready for a trial run, will give that a shot.
  7. xmfan

    garage cam install location recommendations requested

    Hey All, Attaching a couple of pics of front of the house, requesting recommendations for two dahua 5231R installs. My thoughts were to put them slightly above the garage lights so I can fish the wire through the existing lighthole. Feedback/recommendations requested. thanks.
  8. xmfan

    Recommendations of a POE switch(4+ port) for home use

    no need to overthink on a 4port POE - LOL get one that @fenderman suggested. There's a BV Tech on amazon for around $40, its fanless. I am using that, no issues. If you got money to burn, get a ubiquiti 8 port POE that will give you 150watts. what exactly are you planning to use that will...
  9. xmfan

    networking/cam gear install location

    guys, thank for SO much for all the awesome feedback. The ideas are very innovative. I do like the venting on the closet door. Last night, after I posted the original post, I was thinking about replacing the entire door with the kind that have louvers. Installing the vent on the top portion...
  10. xmfan

    POE question

    @Mr_D, Thanks for your reply. I have a 4 port BV Tech POE switch. I bought it for bench testing and like it a great deal so far. I got the 5watt value from reading the post where Nayr did a review of that cam. I was also planning as what you have suggested. It would certainly be not a good...
  11. xmfan

    networking/cam gear install location

    as I plan my cam installation and upgraded network configuration, thoughts of hardware location keeps coming to mind. Ultimately, I will have 10 - 15 cams. There will be possibly two 8 port POEs to support the cams. On networking side, I will have ubiquiti router and at least two access points...
  12. xmfan

    POE question

    I am starting my hardware shopping list and had a question. So far, I have two IPC-HDW5231P-Z cams. In reading in on of the threads, it takes up 5W with IR. Question: Is 5W typical for Dahua cams ? While, at the moment I don't know exactly how many cams for outdoor I will end up but it as I am...
  13. xmfan

    Ideal router

    I have the synology RT-AC2600 router, very stable, no issues. Rare to no reboots. Been using for around 10 months. Having said THAT...I have now jumped on the ubiquiti bandwagon. Just got their edge router, still in the box. It will offer greater configuration flexibility if you are wanting to...
  14. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    Hey guys, can someone kindly let me know about the firmware. In post # 11, I mentioned I have this 2.460.0000.15.R., build date 2017-09-17 firmware on the camera. Should I upgrade to a different or latest one ? thanks !!
  15. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    @Jim Pederson, I bought this four port POE for my bench. https://www.amazon.com/BV-Tech-Switch-Ethernet-Uplink-Function/dp/B075G2PM17/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522788927&sr=8-1&keywords=bvtech+poe+4+port+switch I have the following connected to it: 1) Dahua camera 2) Old router with wifi...
  16. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    When I am done, including attaching my camera to the wall, I'll publish all the details of my experience from start to finish. Hopefully, it will be a good supplement to the existing 'cliff notes' and the 'dense' guide. For a beginner, getting the camera up and going on a bench, even the...
  17. xmfan

    What bulk cable for 4k system?

    I just wanted to chime in on this thread and express my thanks for all the feedback regarding cables. I've generally bought pre-fabricated, monoprice brand cables but they have been no more than 50' in length. As I dive deeper in the home security DIY experience, learning every aspect has been a...
  18. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    Hey sports fans, ok, I made some progress. First, thanks for the input regarding NTSC/PAL. I'll stick to PAL if it makes no difference. I had a bit of a challenge trying to get access to the camera. My home network is not 192.168.xx.xx On a spare laptop, I disabled the wifi, took an ethernet...
  19. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    Thank you all for the feedback. I hope to proceed tonight to get the basic screen up and start looking at the interface. I was able to find a relatively recent post from Andy with a PAL and NTSC firmware. From reading the model # on the box (IPC_HDW5231RP-Z), seems the "P" is referring to PAL. I...
  20. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231RP-Z install help requested

    Hey folks, So, I have two of these cameras in front of me. Got them from Andy a month or so ago, and I hope to tackle their setup/installation in the next few days. I have located two documents/links. The 'cliff notes' and the 'dense' guide to this cam, currently going through the existing...
  21. xmfan

    front door alternative cameras

    Thanks, giomania..for the suggestion. I will look over the specs. It seems like the right option. I will research further here at the forum to see if there any existing threads/sample videos from it.
  22. xmfan

    front door alternative cameras

    Hey ipCamTalkers :wave: I already purchased a couple of 5231R-z cameras from Andy but have not installed them yet, gonna do that real soon. Got side tracked on an another project that took priority. I am looking to buy my next camera to cover my front door. I cannot use or install the common...
    • xmfan
    • Thread
    • dahua front door low light
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: IP Cameras
  23. xmfan

    Hi from NC

    Hey Jim, you'll pick up a ton of info here. Members are very active, and responsive. I too am a noob but learning every day. I just bought a couple of dahua cams, awaiting delivery. Good luck and welcome.
  24. xmfan

    buying BI from amazon or their website directly

    thanks for the reply, fenderman. great to know the background. I am all about supporting the developer. I bought several, very useful programs that were created and developed by small companies. I will get it directly from the BI website
  25. xmfan

    buying BI from amazon or their website directly

    Hello All, I maybe going the BI route, instead of NVR so trying to price out the needed items. I see amazon sells for $45 versus $60 at BI website. am I getting the same exact product from amazon or do I need to get it from BI website ? thanks !!
  26. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    giomania, thank you SO much. I checked out both links for PoE and cliff notes. Amazing info and BTW, you should call it IPCamTalk 'Bible' :)
  27. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    Mr_D, you and I are in the same boat. =) Yes, I was thinking the same about their steep $50 per cam fee. Eventually, that will add up as I plan to have around 10 cams for outside and inside the house. at that cost, running if off a PC and using synology for backend would be a hybrid...
  28. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    All, Thank you for ALL the feedback. I just sent an email to Andy, requesting two cameras and two junction boxes. Looking forward to it. This will be my first venture into DIY home security. I will be asking you all for more help as soon as I get them. Initially, i plan to set them up using my...
  29. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    Thank You for all the feedback. :) Can anyone kindly link the waterproof junction box for this cam from andy’s store ? I saw there are several models, i want to make sure i get the right one that will work with this cam. Many thanks
  30. xmfan

    Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    makes perfect sense. Thank you for all your feedback, it is appreciated. I have sent Andy an email, awaiting his reply back
Top Bottom