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    OpenALPR Webhook Processor for IP Cameras

    Make sure the ports are correct, they sometimes change between versions, just thinking out loud...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Got the 8R firmware installed on one of my 54Pro's, it is the most challenged at night so will report back with findings. Previously I was never able to install official Dahua firmware, it always rolled back, this has stuck so lets see.
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    That is a fair point! did not cross my mind but should have done. After cross checking it does have some extra pop and NR, still the logo on the shirt looks to be close if not identical to original footage shared by @tmxv4128 , which begs the second question, which Ai tool was used for this LOL...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    My thoughts exactly! only to find it is a 54Pro, hence why I requested settings and firmware etc, maybe additional IR from other cameras or illuminator. Not bad at all, I know the guy has what looks like a white t-shirt and fence panels possibly bouncing some light around, even so.
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Great image above by the way with the sign on fence :rofl: - joking aside, firstly what settings are on that 54Pro, firmware version and also does it have some IR assistance? the still you posted looks better than the video. Appreciate the information if you have time.
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Pretty much in agreement, I have no intention of buying any new Dahua models now for the foreseeable future. Development involving Ai is all well and good, just make sure they are secondary to the more critical functions. On the plus side this should give other brands a nice opportunity to...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    OK, June 30th 2026, closing in on a year since first release now, with literally no meaningful firmware updates and certainly nothing this year, unless anyone else can chime in. I have now concluded that Dahua have pretty much written this one off, we were the unfortunate bunch who...
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    Long Range LPR Camera?

    I recommend the Z12E as @wittaj mentioned in detail above, have a couple working at between 120 and 150 feet, not sure I would want to go too much further, depending on size of plates and if additional IR was involved. Fantastic cameras though, excellent in the daytime and total workhorse...
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    Color 4k troubles

    Worth closely inspecting the RJ45 connector, bit harder when they have been greased! but wise to do that as mentioned above. On rare occasions I have seen them split causing a bad or intermittent connection.
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Any news, some 6 months after suggestions we might get some new firmware with actual improvements? Somewhat of a rhetorical question granted. Do we think Dahua have given up on this now or historically have they taken similar times to release firmware for other cameras.
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    That certainly proves the point, you sound knowledgable from a camera lens point of view, which means you likely know the difference between an average zoom compared to a f1.4 prime 35mm or f2.8 400mm etc, totally different ball game. I remember the days when I used to install high end Panasonic...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Since they managed to produce the 4K series with the larger sensors, in relative terms, I do not understand why this could not be a longer term strategy. Assuming the sensors are available from Sony or similar, this could be the real 'Pro' line, imagine a 4K size sensor with improved lens...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Wow, seriously! amazing, you were generous to help him and that is the thanks you get. Ah well, you just can't help some people I guess. Been there, done that!
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Sad truth unfortunately, still the completely wrong approach from Dahua, they could half their range and still have a consumer series and a 'commercial' or installer series. Your neighbour failed to realise just how fortunate he was on this occasion, you can take a horse to water as they...
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    Dahua WizColor 5x59-PRO and SmartLight 5x59-IL new series

    Would it be fair to say that maybe Dahua should focus on quality over quantity approach, with regards to the range of cameras. This would massively reduce development and associated costs, allow them to bring out quality cameras like the previous 5442 and 4K series, and surely keep their...