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I want to use a Dahua IPC-HDB3200C with an external mic. Is it possible?

In my experience I believe the numbers I saw from the Cisco/linksys Webview GUI that showed the Dahua 3MP bullet and Dome both used between 3500 and 5500mw max, including while using IR. In addition to the router which had very detailed readings for each port, my kill-a-watt confirmed the readings.

So I should expect about 6 max per camera with IR on? I know the indoor is 3 each I just want to make sure there is enough power cause I would rather have more power than not enough. Also I do not know what they want to add in later on but I would rather have enough reliable power even if they do not add more cameras or add 3+ MP cameras ans not have to change out the PoE switch.

I like Zyxel switches. I personally use the 16 port (8 ports PoE), ES1100-16P that you can sometimes find on Newegg for $100. They do make an 8 port managed switch, ES2108PWR where all ports are PoE + an uplink gige port, but it's about twice the price. A managed switch will let you power the cameras down and up remotely in case one hangs. All their PoE switches are full power on each port, so if it says 8 PoE ports, they mean all 8 running at 15.4W. Also, their switches are 110V AC, not low voltage with a transformer which is nice, cleaner look.

 

The Dahua IPC-HFW3200C is a power pig, I don't believe it's 10W or the aggregate power on a Trendnet switch is wrong. I had 3 cameras on a their 4 PoE port switch and when the IR LEDs came on at night, the camera powered off.

I am just going by what Dahua website states under there spec sheet on the IPC-HFW3200C camera. I have never used it before but I do not want to under power them and have them hang or turn off if all three cameras IR turn on at the same time since they will be pointed all at the same walk way. I will take a look at the Zyxel switches, seems like a good deal.

Just wondering what PoE switch would you guys recommend for use with 3 Dahua IPC-HFW3200C and 2 IPC-HDB3200C? I'm looking for a 8 port with all ports PoE so 3 more cameras can be added in at a later time. Most of the ones I have seen online either only do 5 of the 8 ports or are 16 port that does 8 but the IPC-HFW3200C specs say they require 10w per port but the switch output was only 52w total. I am going to be using it on a Dahua Hybrid 16 channel analog + 8 channel IP @ 720p hybrid DVR. I found a switch from Ubiquiti Networks Tough Switch Pro 8 Port which has a 150w power supply with software control for how much wattage each port gets but don't know if it will work with Dahua cameras. I have used Ubiquiti AP's for all my WiFi setups and there products are great, easy to setup, and reliable. Here is a link to the spec sheet.

http://site.microcom.us/ts8pro.pdf

Thanks to all with input

Well from the posts I think I will give them a try. I have only used 2 brands of DVRs and cameras. Both have their ups and downs like any product. Most important to me is the reliability, firmware updates, technical support, and picture quality of recorded footage. According to the supplier I will be dealing with they have firmware updates in a private section of there dealer login for all the products that require updates and a 2 year warranty on DVRs and cameras. I mostly do home and small business installs (16 cameras or less) so I think it might be good for business as one of the 2 brands I use are kind of pricey for home installs and the other not the greatest quality for the small business but is a lot less in price. Thanks for all the input it always helps to hear it from the people who have used the equipment for a honest opinion. " title="Applause" /> " title="Applause" />

Just wondering what you guys who have used Dahua products think of there analog and IP cameras? Also what you think of there DVR, NVR, and Hybrid (analog/IP) DVRs? Any and all input is appreciated.

thanks for all the info guys. I hope I can figure it out.

Thanks for the info. I will give it a try when I go back to his place. I hope it works

 

i have the same domes setup that way with alarm detection as well. and the grouping setup works after any alarm activations have ceased

What menu option do you go to to slow down the Pan and Tilt speeds?

Yes it must be able to be controlled remotely. I did see options in the PTZ setting where you put the protocol, bit rate, address, and baud rate on the DVR that ask for the command numbers for Menu, Preset, and one other option I can't remember but when I put 95 into the the Menu option I am able to call up the camera OSD using the DVR and remote. I tried to access the DVR earlier to see what the other option was using CMS but when I try to click on the option the DVR tells me "Remote Setup Not Supported". Any thoughts?

Thanks for the info. I will give it a try when I go back to his place. I hope it works

I will take a look through it again when I go back to his house. Do you think that if there are presets set on the camera itself and the DVR they may conflict with each other and cause it to do neither of them?

Once I have the presets programmed how do I start the tour?

The ptz manual should provide the specific presets to start tours, scans, and patterns, as well as stop them. Depending on the controller or even the dvr's remote control, it may provide buttons to stop the tour. Or, stopping it may require you hit another preset specifically to stop it. It really depends on the dvr and it's software, or the keyboard you're using. When it comes to buttons for controlling ptz's, I'm finding it isn't always universal as far as control for all features. It depends on what you have and how it talks to each other and the camera.

The manual is very poorly written in broken English. It has a list of numbers to launch certain commands but the only one that works is the command to launch the OSD. I know the presets positions are set cause I can call them up one by one.

I have installed about a dozen CCTV systems at hotels and convenience stores since I started installing cameras this year and all have gone without a hitch. I just installed a 4 camera system at a friends house with 3 dome cameras and a mini high speed PTZ in the front of the house with a 3 axis keyboard. The PTZ data connection goes to the DVR and then from the DVR to the keyboard. The DVR I am using is a CTRing H3004 and all the cameras are no name brand but Korean made. I am able to control the camera with the DVR remote and the keyboard just fine. I am able to use the the keyboard to access the OSD on the PTZ camera and make changes. My questions are about setting up a tour. I know I have to set the preset positions and label them 1,2,3 and so on but do I do this on the DVR or through the camera OSD? Once I have the presets programmed how do I start the tour? If the camera is on a tour and is disrupted by using the keyboard will it automatically go back on on it's tour?

Well I can say the build quality of the camera is very good. I have installed many of the other cameras & DVR's this company has to offer and those are all great compared to the cheap china made garbage that everyone sells online and ebay. For the price I paid for it it does the job well but the zoom is kind of useless. But for the wide area it needs to cover it's well worth it.( Parking lot lit up by LED lighting at night)

They are not bad for the price. Good for covering parking lots at 20 feet high or so. I wish the zoom was better.

I just got 2 of the one on the top on Friday as beta test units. I am installing them next week and I will post how it goes. The price is low but the quality of the camera is pretty good. All metal housing and a thick glass on the dome.