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    Struggling with EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-Z12E-S2

    Since I bought this camera, it's just been a struggle for me. I am on a Unifi system, and have another Empiretech PTZ connected which has been working real well. Now, EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-Z12E-S2 when I added it to my Unifi system and have AI port, it would always be the longest duration to...
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    Suspicious Car and Plate Not Clear - Need Recommendation on Next Steps

    Hi - for the past 10 days I've noticed a suspicious car that slows down in our area, in some cases even stops in front of the house for a moment then circles out. In one case they lowered their window as well where the PTZ I have captured them. I have a feeling they have come by again but my...
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    Bullet Mounting Options - Camera Bumping into Roof Fascia

    I need to be able to move the camera to point upwards but it's hitting the front fascia. These are the options I'm thinking without making too many changes/holes/etc. 1) Mount the base of camera with two screws instead of four in the red rectangle, let the pig tail run underneath back into...
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    Recommendation on LPR NVR for EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-Z12E-S2

    Hi - basically all my cameras are on the Unifi system, and I am also getting an AI Port. Now, I got the EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-Z12E-S2 for LPR captures. What is a recommended NVR or setup to be able to capture images/clips from that camera? Sorry for all the noob questions on this as previously...
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    Need Help with IP assignment on Dahua Empire Tech Cameras

    How do I get this camera which I accidentally connected to the Lorex NVR out of this static IP? I can’t access this camera below. Please see the PDF with the screen shots. I bought a new EmpireTech IPC-B52IR-Z12E-S2 but accidentally connected to a Lorex NVR which I am getting rid of but the...
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    Best PTZ with License Plate Recognition

    Hi - I have a SD49225XA-HNR from Empire Tech but am thinking of upgrading it and need help identifying some options. This is for home use and would want something that as better picture quality, auto tracking and can read license plates both in day and night. Now I just moved all my cameras...
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    New Ubiquiti Unifi PTZ Cameras

    Any thoughts on this lineup announced today https://youtu.be/IBzY06tH0sQ?si=iNrMTjcR7uRwmaC6 I was thinking of moving away from the Lorex and Dahua based PTZ I have, the new line up seems pretty competitive in terms of features it seems
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    Lorex vs Unifi Cameras

    Hi - I have a Lorex system right now and have two EmpireTech cameras but considering my home network is now on Unifi. I am wondering if I should swap out the Lorex system for Unifi. Thoughts? I was thinking of the G5 line or the new AI line possibly, but am finding it difficult to find...
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    PTZ Camera Recommendation

    Hi - i have a Lorex system and NVR, with two EmpireTech cameras. One of them is a PTZ which was model # SD49225XA-HNR. Now I believe there are better units out there now with auto tracking with AI, etc. I do see Lorex has one called P11 and then I also saw a video of on Youtube of Viewtron...
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    Unable to access SD49225XA-HNR behind Lorex NVR

    Hi - I bought a SD49225XA-HNR years back from Andy through the forums and finally I got a chance to now set it up. This is the setup I have at this time in terms of connection: AT&T Internet | Unifi Switch (192.168.0.1) | Lorex Fusion NVR (10.1.1.1) | 5 Lorex Cameras, 1 X SD49225XA-HNR, and 1...
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    Advice Needed: Configuring Lorex NVR with Two PoE Switch

    Hi - I think I may have made the setup more complicated than necessary. Could someone please review the attached diagram and let me know if this configuration will work as I'm envisioning? Essentially, for another part of the house, I decided to run shorter cables to connect to a PoE switch...
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    Setup Help Needed to Access Camera IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED

    Hi - I bought a IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED and have it connected directly into my POE switch. Please note my IP addresses for the switch are in the 192.168.50.xxx sub range. I know power is being fed but I am unable to obtain an IP. How do I access the interface? The instructions make it appear it...
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    Costco Lorex System Adding Non Lorex Cameras?

    Hi - I am in the works of starting a home camera installation where I will use a contractor to run Cat 6 cables. I bought Lorex YN843A82-8AB6-E from Costco and it comes with 6 cameras. The NVR allows 8 cameras and today i did a quick power/video test before installation but then ran into a lot...