Might want to replace my eufycam C31 video doorbell for the (new?) Dahua DB41AB/W as i want to go all in on Dahua. Running Dahua Ipcams and Nvr at the moment.
Anyone tried Dahuas ?New? Video doorbell DB41AB/W?
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Also curious to see a review of this product. Couldn't seem to find any reviews yet, maybe too new?
Is it possible to simply connect wifi devices to the nvr via the ip and then use face recognition?
According to my testing with the DB41AB, you can connect it to an AI NVR via IP, and then set up face detection and facial recognition on the doorbell channel.
Test NVR: NVR5432-16P-I Firmware: V4.002.0000000.4.R
Test NVR: NVR5432-16P-I Firmware: V4.002.0000000.4.R
That sounds good, and the DB41AB/W (currently ~ € 100)
could eventually replace my Imou DB61i doorbell.
While it's identical to the Dahua DH-DB6I and Amcrest AD410, and it also integrates easily and directly with my Dahua NVR, for complete control and setup, you need to use the Imou app and cloud, and the fewer cloud connections I need, the better. 
Can you also say something about whether the DB41AB/W has Onvif (Profile S) implemented and whether it offers a direct RTSP stream (main and sub)? Unfortunately, there's no information about this in the technical specifications. Onvif Profile S would be important for me to be able to integrate it into Home Assistant.
Note: Here in Europe, the DB41AB/W model currently seems to be offered primarily through Dahua Benelux in the Netherlands. BTW: There is also the VDKP01-BG kit (currently ~ € 150), consisting of DB41AB and DS1AP (Wi-Fi wireless doorbell/speaker).
In any case, I think it's good that Dahua continues to offer such an affordable Wi-Fi model of a video/doorbell that can also be powered by a doorbell transformer, rather than leaving the market entirely to Reolink and other providers.
could eventually replace my Imou DB61i doorbell.
While it's identical to the Dahua DH-DB6I and Amcrest AD410, and it also integrates easily and directly with my Dahua NVR, for complete control and setup, you need to use the Imou app and cloud, and the fewer cloud connections I need, the better. Can you also say something about whether the DB41AB/W has Onvif (Profile S) implemented and whether it offers a direct RTSP stream (main and sub)? Unfortunately, there's no information about this in the technical specifications. Onvif Profile S would be important for me to be able to integrate it into Home Assistant.
Note: Here in Europe, the DB41AB/W model currently seems to be offered primarily through Dahua Benelux in the Netherlands. BTW: There is also the VDKP01-BG kit (currently ~ € 150), consisting of DB41AB and DS1AP (Wi-Fi wireless doorbell/speaker).
In any case, I think it's good that Dahua continues to offer such an affordable Wi-Fi model of a video/doorbell that can also be powered by a doorbell transformer, rather than leaving the market entirely to Reolink and other providers.
I’m quite happy with my Reolink PoE version, but as I prefer not to use too many different apps, this new doorbell might be a good alternative. How waterproof is it? No info in the spec sheet:
I was actually hoping the user would post some more information here. For me, for example, it would be much more important whether Onvif is available and not how "waterproof" the doorbell is.
Dahua hasn't provided IP ratings like IP65 or similar for these doorbells for a long time, only – as with the DB41AB/W:
- Operating temperature: -20 °C ~ +55 °C
- Operating humidity: ≤95%.
BTW: You've probably noticed that the DB41AB doesn't have Ethernet or PoE. Power is supplied either via USB or via a doorbell transformer and a 2-wire connection.
The Dahua DB41AB/W is basically no different than my Imou DB61i and Dahua probably brought the DB41AB/W onto the market in order to continue to offer a product in this price segment (~ € 50 - € 100) after Dahua sold its subsidiary Imou.
However, if I were you, I wouldn't switch from the Reolink PoE Doorbell to the Dahua DB41AB/W just to have one less app and then possibly only be able to use DMSS.
Hello @Jim_OS ,
Thanks for your reply!
I opened a support ticket with Dahua, and a Technical Support & Solution Manager responded very quickly.
He confirmed that the DB41AB/W has both IP65 and ONVIF support!
Still, there’s a bit of uncertainty — I wonder why this information isn’t included in the official technical specifications.
I also noticed that the doorbell doesn’t support PoE, which is a bit sub-optimal. However, I have excellent Wi-Fi coverage with my Ruckus AP, so I’m not too worried about that.
Thanks for your reply!
I opened a support ticket with Dahua, and a Technical Support & Solution Manager responded very quickly.
He confirmed that the DB41AB/W has both IP65 and ONVIF support!
Still, there’s a bit of uncertainty — I wonder why this information isn’t included in the official technical specifications.
I also noticed that the doorbell doesn’t support PoE, which is a bit sub-optimal. However, I have excellent Wi-Fi coverage with my Ruckus AP, so I’m not too worried about that.
️ Dahua DB41AB – My Experience & Feedback (as of October 2025)
Hi everyone,I wanted to share my experience with the Dahua DB41AB video doorbell so far.
Maybe it helps others who are testing or planning to buy it — and hopefully Dahua takes some of this as constructive feedback for future updates.
Setup & Wi-Fi
Initial setup went fine overall.I had some issues at first with the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection, but after testing with a Ruckus access point, everything worked smoothly.
Wi-Fi now seems stable and reliable. Currently, I’m getting an RSSI value around –50 dBm, which indicates good signal quality — so network issues shouldn’t be the cause of what follows.
Audio Quality (Main Issue)
Despite the solid Wi-Fi signal, audio quality is very poor during doorbell calls.People ringing the doorbell can hardly understand me, and I can barely understand them.
That’s quite frustrating, since clear two-way audio is one of the key features for a smart doorbell.
Additionally, the built-in speaker (chime) doesn’t sound great either — when the volume is set to the highest level, the sound becomes noticeably distorted, probably due to the low-quality internal speaker.
A better speaker or software-based volume limiting could improve this a lot.
Button Ring Light
At the moment, the button ring light only has two states: On or Off — and when it’s on, it just glows green.There’s no way to adjust brightness, color, or behavior, which is quite limiting.
I’d love to see something similar to what Reolink offers — their setup is much more flexible and user-friendly:
That level of customization would be a big improvement for the Dahua DB41AB.
Missing or Limited Options
Here are several things I’ve noticed that are currently missing or not configurable:- The date/time overlay format in the DMSS app can’t be customized.
- The device name shown in the video overlay (bottom left) can’t be changed.
- There are no video/image settings available (brightness, contrast, saturation, sharpness, exposure).
- The volume of the doorbell itself (not the indoor chime) cannot be adjusted — it’s very loud when someone presses the button directly on the unit and doesn’t sound very clear — in my words, a bit over-toned.
- Button ring light – see above.
- IVS / Tripwire rules would be a great addition if possible.
- RTSP / ONVIF options – I couldn’t find where to enable or access these; documentation is lacking.
- No WebGUI (web interface) so far – which is surprising, since most Dahua devices offer one. A web interface would make configuration much easier and more consistent with other Dahua products.
- No option to disable the IR LEDs – the infrared light is always on at night.
If you have surrounding ambient light (e.g., from street lamps or nearby light sources), it would be great to have an option to turn the IR illumination off manually or set it to automatic. - No way to disable doorbell ringing on the phone (DMSS app) – no matter what notification settings I change, my phone always rings when someone presses the button.
This is extremely annoying, especially if you just want a silent push notification without a ringtone.
Summary
Overall, the Dahua DB41AB seems to have solid hardware, but the firmware and software still need improvement — especially regarding audio performance, configuration flexibility, and the lack of a web interface.The speaker quality could also use an upgrade, since at higher volumes the sound becomes harsh, distorted, and over-toned.
And the IR LEDs should definitely be user-controllable, especially for installations in well-lit areas.
Finally, Dahua should allow disabling the phone ringtone in the DMSS app for those who prefer silent notifications.
Maybe I just haven’t discovered every feature yet that could improve the overall user experience —
but to be honest, the menu and feature set of the doorbell are rather limited at the moment.
I’ll keep posting updates here about any firmware changes or improvements, as I’m currently in contact with Dahua support —
so maybe some of these issues will be addressed in future updates. Motion detection impressions will follow.
@OrinocoDelta
Dahua acquired Lorex in 2018 for $29M and sold them in 2023 for $72M (not a bad ROI), likely due to the US government ban on Dahua.
At one time, Amcrest, Dahua, and Lorex rebranded the same models. It wouldn't surprise me if the companies sill share the same contract manufacturer.
The Dahua DB41AB looks and has similar specs as the Lorex B451AJDB.
I have used the Amcrest IP Config tool to look at the config settings of the Lorex doorbell cameras, but read reports of people bricking Dahua and Lorex devices if they try to change any of the settings or flash firmware from one brand to another. (@Revo2Maxx)
The Lorex RTSP URL is:
I believe Amcrest and Dahua are the same.
Dahua acquired Lorex in 2018 for $29M and sold them in 2023 for $72M (not a bad ROI), likely due to the US government ban on Dahua.
At one time, Amcrest, Dahua, and Lorex rebranded the same models. It wouldn't surprise me if the companies sill share the same contract manufacturer.
The Dahua DB41AB looks and has similar specs as the Lorex B451AJDB.
I have used the Amcrest IP Config tool to look at the config settings of the Lorex doorbell cameras, but read reports of people bricking Dahua and Lorex devices if they try to change any of the settings or flash firmware from one brand to another. (@Revo2Maxx)
The Lorex RTSP URL is:
rtsp:/ /admin:{password}@{address}:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype={0,1}I believe Amcrest and Dahua are the same.
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I already replied to your private message, but for other users to compare, here are a few screenshots of some of the points you mentioned, taken from my Imou DB61i in conjunction with my Dahua NVR.
Image settings
Video/Audio
Overlays
IVS
RTSP and ONVIF are, of course, also available on the Imou DB61i.
The IR light can be deactivated at night, and the DB61i also has a "spotlight," an LED light that shines downwards and has its own settings:
- Turn on spotlight upon detection
- Spotlight mode: continuous or flashing
- Night light mode
Unfortunately, the Imou DB61i is no longer in production, and only remaining stock is available on the market.
Edit: @elvisimprsntr I already gave @OrinocoDelta the tip about the Config Tool via PM.
I also assume that even more settings can be configured on the DB41AB using that tool. Oh, and the RTSP stream URL for the Imou DB61i is the same as the one you already mentioned.
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Domino1980
n3wb
Hey, has anyone managed to get an RTSP or ONVIF stream from the DB41AB? I’ve tried using port 554, but no luck so far.
In the DMSS app, the only available option is to enable TLS RTSP. There are no other related settings. I also couldn’t find any option in the Dahua Config Tool or the Amcrest Config Tool to enable RTSP or ONVIF streams.
In the DMSS app, the only available option is to enable TLS RTSP. There are no other related settings. I also couldn’t find any option in the Dahua Config Tool or the Amcrest Config Tool to enable RTSP or ONVIF streams.
Since user @OrinocoDelta has already written that he couldn't find an option for RTSP and/or Onvif, and Dahua hasn't mentioned anything about it in the technical specifications, and if the RTSP stream URL mentioned by @elvisimprsntr, which is common with Dahua cameras, doesn't work either, then you can probably assume that RTSP and/or Onvif is (still) not available with the currently available firmware for the DB41AB.
The DB41AB hasn't been on the market for very long, and while it's somewhat unusual that Dahua hasn't yet implemented RTSP and/or ONVIF in the firmware, it's certainly possible. Whether they'll implement it with a firmware update, and if so, when, is something no one can really tell you.
Yes, even with other Dahua cameras, the technical specifications sometimes don't mention RTSP and/or ONVIF, yet it's still present. But that doesn't necessarily mean anything.
... BTW: On my Imou DB61i, which is essentially the predecessor model of the DB41AB, there is also no extra setting to activate the RTSP stream or Onvif; it is activated and available from the beginning. The technical specifications for the Imou DB61i don't explicitly mention RTSP and ONVIF, but they are there nonetheless.
The DB41AB hasn't been on the market for very long, and while it's somewhat unusual that Dahua hasn't yet implemented RTSP and/or ONVIF in the firmware, it's certainly possible. Whether they'll implement it with a firmware update, and if so, when, is something no one can really tell you.
Yes, even with other Dahua cameras, the technical specifications sometimes don't mention RTSP and/or ONVIF, yet it's still present. But that doesn't necessarily mean anything.
... BTW: On my Imou DB61i, which is essentially the predecessor model of the DB41AB, there is also no extra setting to activate the RTSP stream or Onvif; it is activated and available from the beginning. The technical specifications for the Imou DB61i don't explicitly mention RTSP and ONVIF, but they are there nonetheless.
If you have a machine with NMAP installed, you can scan a device for all open ports.
nmap -p- 192.168.69.87
Starting Nmap 7.80 ( Nmap: the Network Mapper - Free Security Scanner ) at 2025-11-02 12:07 EST
Nmap scan report for (192.168.69.87)
Host is up (0.020s latency).
Not shown: 65531 closed ports
PORT STATE SERVICE
80/tcp open http
554/tcp open rtsp
8086/tcp open d-s-n
35000/tcp open heathview
MAC Address: 00:1F:54:8C:AA:29 (Lorex Technology)
Nmap done: 1 IP address (1 host up) scanned in 10.19 seconds
nmap -p- 192.168.69.87
Starting Nmap 7.80 ( Nmap: the Network Mapper - Free Security Scanner ) at 2025-11-02 12:07 EST
Nmap scan report for (192.168.69.87)
Host is up (0.020s latency).
Not shown: 65531 closed ports
PORT STATE SERVICE
80/tcp open http
554/tcp open rtsp
8086/tcp open d-s-n
35000/tcp open heathview
MAC Address: 00:1F:54:8C:AA:29 (Lorex Technology)
Nmap done: 1 IP address (1 host up) scanned in 10.19 seconds
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Domino1980
n3wb
I scanned the available ports using NMAP. Even though ports 80 and 554 show up as open, but can’t be accessed through VLC or Frigate.
I guess, as Jim_OS mentioned, this just isn’t implemented yet in the current firmware version.
I guess, as Jim_OS mentioned, this just isn’t implemented yet in the current firmware version.
Domino1980
n3wb
I need to correct my previous statement. After assigning a static IP address and rebuilding my Frigate configuration from scratch, I was finally able to establish an RTSP stream into Frigate. Since I ran multiple tests and configuration changes throughout the day, I can’t determine with certainty which specific step ultimately resolved the connection issue.
But so far, RTSP streams are possible with the Dahua DB41AB.
But so far, RTSP streams are possible with the Dahua DB41AB.
TOPIC: RTSP Stream
I hadn’t bound a static IP to the doorbell’s MAC address from the start, which is why I couldn’t access the stream. After your last comment, I bound a static IP — and like magic, it worked! The RTSP stream is now running perfectly. So it’s clear that the issue was due to the missing IP binding. Thanks, @Domino1980 ... more feedback coming soon from me.
I hadn’t bound a static IP to the doorbell’s MAC address from the start, which is why I couldn’t access the stream. After your last comment, I bound a static IP — and like magic, it worked! The RTSP stream is now running perfectly. So it’s clear that the issue was due to the missing IP binding. Thanks, @Domino1980 ... more feedback coming soon from me.