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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    Sadly I'm still waiting on my delivery, so I'll ask you all. Has anyone tried using tinycam to see if 2 way audio works? I want a fully functional local camera that isn't cloud connected at all.
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    Review-OEM IPC-T5241H-AS-PV 2mp AI active deterrence cam

    This looks like the perfect non doorbell camera. Few questions: Does 2 way audio work in BI? Does 2 way audio work with other apps like tinycam? Do the alarm or IVS work in BI or tinycam? The talks about push notifications from the camera for alarms, is that if the camera is connected to the...
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    REVIEW: Budget 4MP Turret Comparison - IPC-T2431T-AS vs Chinese HDW4433C-A

    So better to use the HDW2431 on the porch/driveway since there are street lights and use the HFW2231S for the backyard?
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    Optimal Settings for BI

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    Optimal Settings for BI

    I finally got a Dahua, hooked it up to BI and everything seemed fine. i started to notice some major lag ands what seems to be disconnects when viewing from a browser using BI. I run BI as a service, when BI is open on the server everything works great, as soon as i close it i start to see...
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    REVIEW: Budget 4MP Turret Comparison - IPC-T2431T-AS vs Chinese HDW4433C-A

    what are some of the proper settings in camera firmware for optimal blue iris setup for this camera.
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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    2 way audio does not work without the app, curious to know does BI at least record audio from the camera mic?
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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    I plan to use something similar if i can't find a proper Honeywell plug in trans, although I'd never purchase something like this from eBay.
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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    Its okay for initial setup as long as it functions without Internet afterwards. As for power i may just get the below or see if i have a proper power supply that i can splice together, doesn't look like you need anything special if the volts and amps are correct...
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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    Happy Holidays I did search for bench, it's clear people got it working without actually installing it on a doorbell but it isn't clear how they did it. Do i just plug it into 18-24v AC wall wart or would it go up in smoke? Since it not on a doorbell chime do you need the PAK or the red...
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    New RCA HSDB2A 3MP Doorbell IP Camera

    Looking to order the EZVIZ version and wondering if this fits my needs. Plan to use it with Blue Iris, so need to flash the Laview or Nelly FW? Does 2 way audio work within Blue Iris? Do you need some sort of online account for setup? I'm hoping it can be configured locally without ezviz, rca...
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    Best way to run wires outside

    Yes option 1 seems like the easiest approach and having all my equipment in one location. I got coax wires exposed when my ISP ran a wire to the basement, why would this be any different if using proper wires?
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    Best way to run wires outside

    All my network gear is in the basement which is unfinished and I'm planning on installing 4-6 cameras outside, what is the best way to run cables? I'm thinking of drilling a hole from the basement to the attached garage and then run the cables in the soffits. Option 1: keep the PoE switch in...
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    My new replacement DH-IPC-HDW2431T-AS budget cams

    Do you have one that you purchased from eBay or Andy? Wondering since the models are different, Andy firmware won't work for the standard versions.
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    Can't tell if HW Acceleration is working.

    Still not sure what you mean by smart client
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    My new replacement DH-IPC-HDW2431T-AS budget cams

    Anyone found the firmware for this? What about https://ipcamtalk.com/threads/ipc-t2431t-as-new-firmware-ipc-hx25-8-xx-molec_multilang_pn_v2-800-0000000-10-r-191123-zip.44200/#post-406918
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    Last paragraph says exactly what I'm doing and that is listing to you guys. I'm already looking at Dahua and packaging the reolink for return. Now that i know a bit more I can easily source cameras from online sellers and not worry about returns. My point was reolink is easily accessible in my...
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    I have no brand loyalty, buying a camera is overwhelming when you don't know what to look for, and paying for something i nessessary m don't need. Reolink is an easy accessible PoE camera to get in my region without breaking the bank. It was accessibility and easy of return that i went Reolink...
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    I'm now looking at getting hik or dahua from eBay, hard to find our way over priced.
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    Do you recall which model had this problem? The 410 and 420 on the latest firmware seems fine, although still no iframe setting from what i could find.
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    What about this generic hik? https://www.amazon.ca/5MP-Security-Turret-Camera-DS-2CD2355FWD-I/dp/B07V8LRJDG?ref_=ast_sto_dp
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    pardon my ignorance, but why is the iframe interval important? "you know nothing Jon Snow" I did google its importance but didn't quite understand it, does it reduce bandwidth, choppiness? Low light seems okay to me when compared to like a Wyze cam, maybe i need to order a hik or dahua to see...
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    Why the hate for Reolink?

    I bought one a few months ago and really liked the quality so bought another during Bllack Friday. When I bought them they were on sale, so price wise I haven't found anything cheaper in my region. People on here seem to like Hikvision and Dahua, which would be double the price of Reolink in my...
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    Blue Iris

    Thanks this is very informative, I'm hoping to keep at least 15 days with 4 camera minimum. Right now its just getting the equipment setup and getting used to BI and just tinkering. Using a 2TB WD green, actually need to get the camera mounted outside as currently they are just pointing out the...
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    Yes I planned to do exactly that, a keystone inside a blank surface mount box. The one end would still use the RJ45 male plug. I do like the idea of the junction box since eventually it will get covered by a ceiling but maybe to late. If i decide to go either way, I'll be fine to use for PoE...
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    Never bought from them but will check it out.
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    Yeah that wouldn't be possible as most of these run to the attic and then down into the rooms
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    I've been looking all over, I'm up north so shipping from Amazon.com won't work for me. What about this? Do i need to worry about UL? https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01L0EALTY/ref=dp_cerb_1?th=1 I bought a couple of these...
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    The phone wire is Cat5 and not Cat5e. I'm using one with an Access Point without PoE and its been fine so not really worried about data or throughput just need to know if its a bad idea for PoE.
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    Use phone wire for PoE?

    My house uses cat5 cables for the phone lines, I only wired one for the actual phone and the rest I can use for other purposes. I have yet to terminate any of them, other than the one used for the phone and a hack on one for testing. I plan on using it for PoE cameras and a few PoE Wireless...
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