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    iVMS-4500 Port forwarding

    Would this tool work? It gets very good reviews.... https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/pages/buy-vpn/?gclid=CLr-v4v86McCFYUXHwodcxoG5Q
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    iVMS-4500 Port forwarding

    Hey guys, I'm trying to follow this thread. I too would like to enable access to my cam to my iPhone externally while not connected to my local network. Currently I have the local IP of my NVR and I can access video just fine. My router has two options, Port Forwarding and Port Triggering...
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    Virtual Host

    When I try to configure items from the camera web interface I often get an error, 'Failed to connect the test server'. Has anyone experienced this?
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    BI vs iVMS4200

    Yes I agree. Thanks for the machine info. This sounds like it would work for me. I will only have 3-4 DS-2CD2332-I or similar. I have two now, one connected and working.
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    BI vs iVMS4200

    Thanks. I may try it out. I first need to upgrade my windows machine, which I planned to do anyway. I'm primarily a Mac user and I see BI does not support Mac's. That's to bad.
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    BI vs iVMS4200

    Please tell me why you like BI vs iVMS.
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    Virtual Host

    I just uncovered the virtual host option on my NVR. When enabled I now can access my camera and expose additional options. I have three ways that I know of to configure various options, directly via the console connected to the NVR, via the web app connected to the NVR and now while directly...
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    Funny you mention email alert problems. I just went through a couple of days trying to get emails to work. I final did but cannot figure out what I did differently to get it working.
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    I have a US based unit. Are you referring to potential problems as it relates to the device regions or something else?
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    ok got it, thanks guys. I'm on V3.3.2 build 150522 so I guess I need to look into upgrading but I do have this option checked.
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    ok how does that work? At what frequency does it overwrite? If you could point me to the process I can read up on via the manual, providing its there of course :)
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    I would like to remove the images I create at some point since most are experimental as I become familiar with the product. Also going forward I would like to know how tomanage disk space.
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    Is formatting the HD my only option?
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    Deleting/removing images on NVR

    I recently setup a DS-7608NI-E2/8P with motion detection. Is there a way to delete/remove images from disk after capturing them?
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    DS-2CD2332-I facial shot

    Ok thanks. I get what you're saying and this was my concerned while discussing it with my wife too. I will just mount it away from the doorway in a manner where I can at least capture a good image. The way the doorway is positioned people stand in front and look to the left. There's a wall to...
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    DS-2CD2332-I facial shot

    Hey guys, I'm getting ready to install my first camera, a DS-2CD2332-I. I would like it to cover my front porch and entry door. For those who have installed this camera, what is the ideal distance to mount the camera in order to capture a decent facial shot? If I mount the camera at a distance...
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    Mounting DS-2CD2332-I on a wall

    I was able to move it even more this way with little force. Thanks guys!
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    Mounting DS-2CD2332-I on a wall

    Wow. I was able to move it but you're right, force is an under statement though :livid: Thanks!
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    Mounting DS-2CD2332-I on a wall

    I just noticed a small screw on the side. Is this the way to adjust it? Thx
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    Mounting DS-2CD2332-I on a wall

    Thanks. How can it be adjusted?
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    Mounting DS-2CD2332-I on a wall

    Can I mount a DS-2CD2332-I on a wall? Can the ball be adjusted?
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    Try it?

    I found the answers to my questions, thanks.
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    Try it?

    Hey guys, I'm new to Blue Iris and recently purchased a Hikvision NVR and camera. iVMS is not bad however I'm curious about Blue Iris. I figure since I'm new to all of this I might as well try Blue Iris now. I have a Mac Air and would record to an NVR and could also record to my Netgear NAS I...
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    Hikvision NVR - Unable to record to HDD

    Capslock, I was experiencing a similar problem. I have also been trying to get things working via iVMS-4200 v1.02 on a MacOSX10.10.4. I'm working with all English versions. I just was able to record and playback successfully. This thread helped me though. For the first time I was able also...
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    Ds-2cd2032-i

    DS-7608NI-E2/8P 192.168.254.2 I don't see the Virtual Host feature. Should I be looking within the iVMS software? When I type the IP address in any browser I get; This webpage is not available ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT
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    Ds-2cd2032-i

    i believe I tried this but was not successful. I could not ping the IP associated with my camera either. Does IE only work?
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    Ds-2cd2032-i

    I recent setup my DVR (7608 Hiks) and connected my DS-2CD2032-I. I basically plugged the camera in and it recognized it. I can record via the console while directly connected to the NVR however when using iVMS I cannot. Is there any specific configuration required on the camera? How do I...
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    Record and playback via iVMS

    Just recently purchase a 7608 NVR. I can record and playback while connected via the console directly. When using the iVMS software I cannot do either. I cannot see the recorded motion event via iVMS either. What am I doing wrong? I'm sure I'm missing something.
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    Solving some NFS issues on Hikvision cameras

    Hey guys, I'm considering purchasing 2x Hik DS-2CD2032's (I hope this is a good choice). I have an older Netgear ReadyNas Ultra 4. Is anyone using this combination? Also, what software are most of you using to control recording to the NAS and viewing remotely? Is the size limitation issue...
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    Amazon/hikvision

    Which NVR did you purchase?