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  1. m4gnum

    Unusual camera codec configurations

    Thank you for the detailed explanation! I’m not against VBR, but I’m trying to avoid settings that reduce detail when something important happens, especially since my cameras are not perfect for my setup. For some reason Scrypted required VRB. With using all streams, it looks like extra...
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    Camera model showing as "IP Camera"

    Hi. A few of my cameras (from Empiretech) are showing the model number as "IP camera" instead of the actual camera model. I've noticed that software would not import the proper configs from the manufacturers camera settings. I tried factory resetting these cameras, using Config Tool and the...
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    • Forum: Dahua
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    EmpireTech latest New firmware, Device Guide video, Manual WEB5.0

    I have the IPC-HFW2831T-ZS camera which has an old firmware that uses adobe flash, and also causes configuration issues. Unfortunately I cannot find any firmware update for this camera. There's an update available but it is labeled for "IPC-B28IR-ZS / IPC-HFW2831T-ZS-S2" and does not work with...
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    Unusual camera codec configurations

    Hi. After having a few issues with BI and windows, disappointment with the new release, not so good UI/app, integrations etc. I decided to give Scrypted NVR a try. I'll start with saying that it has lots of pros such as great UI, ease of use, HA integration and better AI, but also has lots of...
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    • Forum: IP Cameras
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    Dahua 5442T-ZE at 70-100 ft - tuning limit or upgrade needed?

    Thank you. One thing I'm concerned about is that the zoom would crop the picture too much which might be useless for moving person. Is the zooming on Z12E smooth and fast enough to play with it when needed to zoom only for ID when there's motion but otherwise keep it at 12-20mm?
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    Dahua 5442T-ZE at 70-100 ft - tuning limit or upgrade needed?

    Hi, I’m running a Dahua IPC-5442T-ZE (from Empiretech), zoomed in to max, and mounted about 7–8 ft high. The quality is great but it struggles at far distance. My goal is the best possible faces and license plates (mostly parked vehicles) at roughly 70–100 ft. Day performance is decent but...
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  7. m4gnum

    5442/54IR original vs S2 or S3

    Hi. I am looking to buy a few cameras. I found someone selling the original 5442 from Empiretech. Does the original support AI in same way as the S2 or S3? Is it still worth getting the original version?
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    WTS lot of EmpireTech cameras for sale

    Hi. Do you still have any available?
  9. m4gnum

    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    I finally got Pushover notifications working with Blue Iris, but I'm not sure what exactly fixed it. Notifications were being added to the log (I added a logging parameter to curl command), and notifications were being sent successfully when I ran the command via console. It also worked when I...
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    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    I was walking in front of the camera and alerts were picked up by BI, a jpg and dat file was created in Alerts folder but I did not get any notification through pushover :(
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    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    Yes, I did get a notification when running cmd and using a path for an existing jpg. However I am not getting any notifications for new alerts. It might be an issue with &ALERT_PATH, I am not sure what to replace it with.
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    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    I removed below string but still nothing. --form-string "device=YOUR_PUSHOVER_DEVICE_NAME(S)_HERE" --form-string "sound=YOUR_PUSHOVER_SOUND_HERE" The alert directory is D:\BI\Alerts The main camera is IPC-B5442T-ASE which I got from Andy (EmpireTech)
  13. m4gnum

    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    I played with the settings however I am still having a few issues, which I want to address before moving forward with substreams etc. 1. Every few seconds the Python process spikes CPU. First BI process spikes for a second and then it's followed by Python for another 2 seconds, sometimes its...
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    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    Thank you, I will try to play with these settings. I will look into this but it might be some other issue since I am not getting any notifications now. I thought of using Home Assistant for notifications. I have the auto reboot set up. However I'm in Florida and there might be power outages...
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    Looking to optimize my Blue Iris setup - AI, App, Home Assistant, and Hardware Questions

    Hi, I’ve been running Blue Iris using mostly default settings for continuous recording, while relying on my Eufy cams for daily alerts. Now I’m shifting my focus more toward a full PoE system and want to get things dialed in better. I’m using an old Dell OptiPlex 3020 (i5-4590, 8GB RAM, 4TB...
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    Im having issues with setting up camera/network system

    I changed the camera's IP to 192.168.0.xxx and it worked ! Thank you very much guys. Should I leave it with this IP or should I somehow change it to 192.168.1.xxx?
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    Im having issues with setting up camera/network system

    I've tried with several different IP's, 192.168.1.108 as well, but still couldn't get it to work :(
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    Im having issues with setting up camera/network system

    The Blue Iris PC IP is 192.168.0.193 and the subnet is 255.255.255.0 There are no devices using 162.168.1.108 I just connected Amcrect cameras and all work fine, Config Tool found them and I was able to set them up and change the IP without any problems. So Dahua cameras are the only ones that...
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    Im having issues with setting up camera/network system

    I am a newbie in networking. I did not make any changes to it. I am not using vlan. I tried to run ConfigTool on both, laptop (connected to the router) and PC with BI (connected to managed switch) This would be hard because I have both PoE switch hidden below the attic, one in the garage...
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    Im having issues with setting up camera/network system

    Hi. I am am upgrading my house with Cat6 cable and security camera. I purchased these BV-Tech 6 Port PoE+ Switch. For managed switch I have this NETGEAR 8-Port GS908E. I am using Blue Iris on a Dell Optiplex. Here is a diagram: I bought few Dahua and Amcrest cameras and I am having some...
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    Is this Amcrest budget camera worth it?

    Oh sure! IP5M-1173EB Link
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    Is this Amcrest budget camera worth it?

    Hello. I am looking to add few cameras to my house. I have Dahua cameras and looking to get few budget ones as a backup. I found 5MP Amcrest camera for $50. Here are the specs: High Resolution 5-Megapixel Ultra High Definition Video for Excellent Quality and Clarity; 5MP @20fps. 18 Powerful IR...
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    Camera Deals and All Things Related Permathread

    Anyone got information on how good or bad is it?
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    Amcrest rebranded Dahua model?

    Hello. I want to add few cameras to my house. I found a pretty good deal on Amcrest IP5M-1173EB. Is this a rebranded Dahua cameras? Do you know which model is it? Here are the specs: High Resolution 5-Megapixel Ultra High Definition Video for Excellent Quality and Clarity; 5MP @20fps. 18...
  25. m4gnum

    LaView cameras question

    Hello. I am building a home camera system. I am using Blue Iris and PoE. I live in Florida so not sure how dome cameras are functioning in humid weather. What do you think about those two cameras: - LaView 1080P Bullet - LV-PB932F4 - LaView 1080P Dome - LV-PD50208 Btw, what are your thoughts...
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    Camera system installation

    I will buy just the must have cameras and upgrade the system gradually. I will also look for used cameras. What are your thoughts about one of those: Amcrest, LaView, Lorex, Reolink, Foscam, Swann? What camera (or specs) would you recommend and how to place them? Thank you in advance!
  27. m4gnum

    Camera system installation

    Hello. I just purchased a house and I want to upgrade it with a camera system. I already bought a sff PC so I will probably go with Blue Iris. I also have a Ring Doorbell. I will probably wire the house with Cat6. I am low on budget so I dont want to overpay too much for the cameras so I would...
  28. m4gnum

    Home network planning / camera system

    Hi. I am planning to upgrade my house a little bit, I want to add security alarm/camera system and few smart devices. Still considering cloud vs PoE camera system. Either way I need a stable network. Would appreciate if you could help me plan everything upfront. The house isn't big, around...
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