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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    My tv is showing the resolution of this NVR in 4k for anyone else who was wondering. I am using 4k cables as well, so make sure you are too. Do I need to plug in the yellow & white audio cables to get sound, or is sound also recorded through the Cat6? Do these turrets have the ability to...
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    Do I add Blue Iris to the NVR or my computer?

    So I'm totally new to all of this and trying to figure out how to fully set up this system I have an NVR and 2 cameras at the moment Now I need/use Blue Iris software to access these cameras and record the footage from them to my NVR? Do I add this software on my computer or to the NVR?
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    I set it up using Wireguard My new router VPN seems to be working well. So should I still follow everything in the first post to finish setting my network up to get ready for this new camera system? I also plan on following this walk-thru to secure my camera system & network...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    So this is the NVR I bought, and was wondering if the HDMI port on the back is 4k capable? I would hope so as I bought 4k cameras and hope to stream 4k quality to my monitor/tv.
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    I have an Asus X8 router and have already setup the VPN on it Is the original post still pretty up to date? I wanted to get everything setup & secure for my new camera network
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    There is no way to use that 2nd HDD as a backup? If it's expansion only, I guess I'll just go with 8TB drives then and save some money
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Great thanks for that info! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXX3PYXJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details This is the NVR I went with, and it seems to have 2 HDD slots. Is this second slot in this NVR for a mirror backup or an expansion? I always like to do a backup of all of my data, so I...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Ok thanks for those suggestions. I guess just pick whichever brand is on sale at the time between those 2? What makes an HDD "surveillance" rated?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    What HDDs does everyone like to use in their NVR?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    I've read that standard poe cameras use about 100mbps in data so cat5e is plenty for it. But what is the data transfer rate on a 4k camera?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Well that is a fair point. If I'm not going to utilize cat6, there's no reason to make it harder then I guess and I can go with cat5e I used to do low voltage years ago, so I'm familiar with working with the wiring & termination. But I got out before cat6 was becoming popular, so I've never...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Is shielded Cat6 cable preferred? I guess the cost probably isn't that much more and I might as well get it shielded
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    So I received my 4k-T camera yesterday and trying to figure out what cable to use I see this camera has a lot of different tails to connect to, what is the best one? Cat6 or 7? What do I do with the other tails, just tape them up? What is the exposed wire tail for?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Thanks guys, I have some reading to do!
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    I'm not aware of any maleware thread - can you please link to it? Also, can you also please link to an article about setting up a secured network for these cameras to run on so they won't connect to the internet? This is my first go at this, so I'm totally new to all of this and want to do it...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Can anyone confirm this about this Dahua 4kT camera: CAMERA IS INFECTED WITH MALWARE!! Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024 Style: 2.8mmVerified Purchase I always setup network connected devices in an isolated environment, and in this case that approach really paid off. During setup...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Ok sticking with the turrets, I would go with the T model then @EMPIRETECANDY I see you also suggested this camera in your store: https://www.amazon.com/EmpireTech-Full-Color-Syarlight-Turret-IPC-Color4K-T/dp/B0BC18KVF7/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY It seems it's...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Excellent! I'm glad I had to wait and there are now 4k turrets available for an affordable price! What's the best cable to use to install these, CAT6? Turrets are a lot better than domes right? What receiver/recorder (not sure of the proper term) to you suggest to use for these 4k cameras...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    So I'm a couple years behind and wanting to jump back in and finally get a camera system. I assume these cameras have been replaced with a better version, what is the updated model I should be looking at now? Does Dahua have a 4k version of this camera yet?
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    US-made brand?

    Well I think with the recent import ban on Dahua and Hikvision cameras, this thread needs to be revived lol I doubt anyone can fill the vacuum in time. Maybe some new companies will form to build higher quality cameras. I think it's time to lean into Honeywell I guess... Isn't Honeywell one...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Hmm well that's disappointing Is there a Dahua turret that has a larger sensor than the 4k one linked to for $240? Or are they planning on coming out with a newer model over the next year? I'm not in a rush yet and want 4k for the detail as well as the best low-lighting video I can get. As I...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Ok you're right and I know 4k sensor size plays a big role in overall quality. I think sticking with the Dahua brand is going to get me the highest quality camera for the most reasonable price correct? I want 4k, but want a good size sensor so that it is can produce high-quality low light...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    I want the highest quality video I can get and 4k is common enough to be affordable. Buy once and cry once and I'll be set for years with video technology So I'm open to turrets/eyeballs or domes depending on if I go PTZ or not. But I'd rather have 4k over PTZ I think. But if I can find 4k...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Got it, makes sense. Are all PTZ turrets always a lot bigger like these: https://www.amazon.com/Dahua-Technology-8A840WANF-Starlight-Analytics/dp/B0843KS5GH Seems if this is the 4k PTZ option, it's probably well out of my price range right now. @ $3500 for a 2020 model But will highly...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Ok I think I want to stick with a turret from all of my research I think for a few more dollars it's worth upgrading to the 4k version of this camera. I really want the best video quality I can get. Is there a thread on here for that particular 4k turret? When I see "two-way" listed, is that...
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Hmm I thought these were 4k, are they 1080p then? How much are the 8mp models with 4k? When is the 4k models with varifocal lenses supposed to come out? Do these have 2 way microphones? The turrets themselves aren't motorized right, just the varifocal lens?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Great thank you! I will probably end up with these turrets, as the price is in my budget of affordability, and I know from my prior research these are very high-quality and loaded with features. But just curious, is there a newer camera model out that is a big upgrade over this one, without a...
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    US-made brand?

    Just curious if anyone has heard any more about this and whether they are using the hisilicon chips or not?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    Are these still one of the best turret option cameras available? How much are they these days and what is Empire's alibaba store address for these?
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    IPC-HDW5442T-ZE New cam from Dahua :)

    That sounds like a pretty reasonable price for this quality of a camera. I'll be keeping on eye on things as the stock starts to be available. I'm not in a rush, so I can wait a bit. Thanks for the info!
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