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    How to waterproof a PFA130-E junction box

    Option 1 - I dont really want to chip the brick away Option 3 - There is no space behind. This is where the builders fed the wire through. Maybe option 2 - I could move it to the top right as its flush there. But then the wire will be exposed. Im in the UK and struggling to find a cable gland...
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    How to waterproof a PFA130-E junction box

    thanks for the reply. Could I use a screw in waterpoof cable gland in the center hole? instead of adding sealant? As you can see the brickwork isnt level and the cbale will come through the back
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    How to waterproof a PFA130-E junction box

    I’m installing a Dahua camera with a PFA130-E junction box for an outdoor setup. The RJ45 connector will pass through the wall and into the back of the junction box. What’s the best way to make sure this installation is waterproof? Should I fit a cable gland inside the box, or is there a better...
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    Review-OEM IPC-T3241-ZAS 2mp AI Lite series Varifocal

    How did you get it to power on? I bought two cameras and they both wont turn on. My POE switch is fine. It runs other cameras and I've tried different ports.
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    Recommend IP Camera as a baby monitor?

    I currently have two HDW5231R-Z outdoor cameras and Blue Iris. Please can you recommend an indoor IP camera to use as a baby monitor? I will then use the blue iris app on my phone to check on my baby. Thanks
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    How do I view the camera remotely outside of my network. Also how do I set up push notifications for outside the network. I have bought iDMSS Plus Thanks
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Do I need a POE injector or switch and a splitter?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    I just received my camera from Andy. Great experience. fast delivery. Two days from Hong Kong to Manchester! What’s the quickest way to set this camera up so I can get alerts to my phone? Which software should I use? Later on I will experiment with blue iris but just want to know if it’s the...
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    How does this compare to like a google nest? Is it a lot better?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Is the POE version not good?
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    I am thinking of buying two of these cameras for external use on the front and back of my house. I wanted to use my HP microserver but i realise its not good enough to run Blue Iris. Would people recommended i get a NVR4108HS-8P-4KS2 NVR for $180 or get a refurbished i7 desktop? But If i buy the...
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    Hi From UK - Advice on first home CCTV

    Thanks. They are great places to start. Mroe helpful than the post above. hard to know where to start
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    Hi From UK - Advice on first home CCTV

    Hi, I am looking for some advice on my first home CCTV. Can you recommended a camera? I want 1080p. Activity alerts. Remote access. Do I need a DVR? I already have a HP Microserver which I use as my media center. Could it also record my footage instead of a DVR Appreciate your help. Thanks