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  1. pinko

    Video not working with recent V5 updates for a Dahua PTZ

    I've seen this problem too. Rather than a long drawn out explanation of how I managed to screw this up and how to replicate the issue try changing the Hardware accelerated decode settings. My setting was set to "default". When I changed "Intel" setting, everything worked again.
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    New member is completely lost...

    Found the answer
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    New member is completely lost...

    I typed individual answers to your questions, but deleted them. READ the CLIFF NOTES then READ the CLIFF NOTES to find the answers to your questions.
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    G'day mate. Lets chuck another noob on the Barbie.

    Finally got around to making a post to mount the PFA142 to its final resting place. Flipped the hinge to RHS for easy access. Its up and working, but still have some finishing off, cable management and tidying up to do. A large PTZ will be mounted to front over the weekend. NSM5 will be...
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    Hi from Aus - looking for recommendations

    In Australia Hikvision Cameras are very popular on forums like Whirlpool. IMO Australian pricing and availability has an influence on the Australian preference for Hikvision. I did my research a few years ago and at that stage had no preference either way. I just knew it was down to Hikvision...
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    New member is completely lost...

    Cliff notes IP Cam Talk Cliff Notes | IP Cam Talk Dahua Initial Setup IP Cam Talk Cliff Notes | IP Cam Talk Dahua Config Tool
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    New member is completely lost...

    Hey John75 welcome to the forums. I'll send you a PM, to see if I can help you get started or at least point you in the right direction.
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    Using single POE cable to power mic and camera

    M7 Splitter powers both mic and camera.
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    Using single POE cable to power mic and camera

    These are also great covers 40x13mm nice tight fit. They cost few dollars on ebay for 10x
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    Using single POE cable to power mic and camera

    I just use a Microseven Mic + Microseven Splitter. You can fit them inside the Dahua brackets, so no need for added enclosures. Bullet Mic Review How-To: Audio Inputs M7WP-MIC - $19.99 M7-POESP12V - $12.99
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    Plate Recognizer for ALPR

    @JNDATHP. I've disabled PR for now. I will mess around with it to get better detection at a some point. I have both cameras set up to capture passing vehicles (image). I only need one camera for this. I will set the other camera up to get plate captures for vehicles entering/leaving. To...
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    need a tech expert

    Hey David, Welcome to the forums. I'll send you a PM. To see if I can get you pointed in the right direction.
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    Blue Iris 4 to 5 Migration Guide

    Also noted you have spent over 3 months bitching about losing your profiles. Don't waste another 3 months, just set them up again and move on........
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    Looks like hp z-240’s are coming off lease (i7-6700).. are they good?

    I got a 7040 OptiPlex from eBay, a week ago. Description said Windows 10 Pro, but it shipped with Windows 10 Home. I CBF sending an email to seller. My genuine Windows 10 Pro key cost a hell of a lot more. It was $1.99!
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    Stop turning my Smart light's off - Shelly solution

    Seems almost everyone who is starting out with home automation, go and purchases a few smart lights. Most people, self included, go and buy some Philips Hue / Lifx smart lights or whatever. These light all work great, but there one really annoying thing with theses types of lights. If they are...
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    Network Install - Phase 1

    Nice set of of racks! I got a few Phase one install's underway too. I'm up to the "stall part of install". It's cold and windy outside, so how can I possibly finish them today?... Great to see other's getting stuff done..
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    BI-5 Remote Management? Anyone using it?

    Purchased the second BI licence for remote viewing. IMO a second licence For $35 USD is a bargain. (contact support via BI to get details of 2nd licence discount). Remote viewing setup was quick and simple. The images were a little pixelated at times,but the quality is about what I would expect...