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Numb-nuts

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  1. I am curious why you haven't considered a standalone system? They all come with networkability and so can be viewed via client softwares most of which are very stable and useable. The advantage is that the client softwares can be uninstalle and re installed at any time and if the unit has a decent web interface the system doesn't even need a client application. all it require is a browser, (usually Internet Explorer) on any PC on your network or the internet even.

     

    So why an expansion card , is it because thats what you've experience of?


  2. Sorry for burining the steak but this one: Talvico LLT-202C will give you a lot of troubles (interferences). Each single piece behaves the same (vertical bars on the screen). The one shown in the first post is superrior and cheaper .

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    I won't be able to look a balun in the face now knowing I've seen them in their underwear....


  3. I think Numb Nuts may be talking about me. So being both a TECHNO-BORE and an instructor bore here we go. Like so many things in life you can do whatever you want until something goes wrong. Like Sunny said if you parallel two devices I/ps you will halve the I/P voltage to each. Actually the I/P voltage will be less than half due to the impedance mismatch as well as a standing wave reducing the source power. This in itself is not usually a problem as most modern DVRs , monitors etc are designed to cater for a wide dynamic source I/P. Phasing interference can also cause problems if the split signal paths are of a reasonable distance.

    So if the devices are of good design and the signal paths are short then you can probably get away with it.

     

     

    NO I wasn't talking about you specifically, I thought I'd made my point ages ago and left it at that... I also decided to try and become more restrainedin my comments as I know I am not perfect either, and don't wish to upset anyone

    however, if you think the cap fits you, then perhaps you can learn something from that.....

     

    This Forum has it's fair share of Techno Bores and also it's fair share of TECHNO TWITS too. I am not saying which category I fall into

     

    So what you are saying is that the CORRECT way to do this would be a powered splitter for each channel. (EXPENSIVE)

    I thought as much However I sometimes allow the client to sit at the main display and view the image and say "left a bit right a bit elevate. lower" etc etc. Obviously a Walkie-Talkie comes in handy too I use a T at the camera then just so I can also view the image, but the T goes with me after I have finished. I had no idea that I was affecting the signal that much though. Thank heavens I

    never leave them in permanently.

     

    One thing about me I am NOT afraid to admit when I don't know something, otherwise I would never progress

    and I am always willing to learn more.

     

    By the way what do you mean by I/P ?


  4. I have very often gotten away with using BNC T's to pass the signal onto a matrix or yet another DVR. It works on most DVRs but not sure about when that would degrade the signal.

     

    the thing is unless you are one of these techno-bores and have to understand every detail to demonstrate your technical prowess (in short a show-off)

     

    SIMPLY SUCK IT AND SEE

     

    Do you understand why u should not T's video signal ?

    just curios

    Not absolutely sure no, (well I am honest about it) but at a guess it reduces the signal? I know that the signal needs to be terminated somewhere but I would like to know the definitive answer...


  5. Is there a dumpster near where you live?

    Place it in there and buy a new one and DONT lose the password.

     

    I am still in touch with the guys that ran KMS components and I can tell you absolutely that there are no firmwares or downloads remaining the receiver deleted them all with the website.


  6. if you try it and it does not work you would need a 1 in 2 out powered splitter probably around 25.00

    I have very often gotten away with using BNC T's to pass the signal onto a matrix or yet another DVR. It works on most DVRs but not sure about when that would degrade the signal. I haven't viewed it on a scope but I do see a very acceptable image on both DVR output and the matrix output. There are no gaurantees when you try something unconventional,

     

    the thing is unless you are one of these techno-bores and have to understand every detail to demonstrate your technical prowess (in short a show-off)

     

    SIMPLY SUCK IT AND SEE


  7. hey guys.. in the process of moving from a IDT-DVR8 to a IDT-16U (Hd)

     

    i switched over my DVR today, turned it on.. worked great.. changed the ip address so i could connect thru my browser, everything was working fine, started messing with the phone app (this is where i went wrong) didnt relize i needed to get a different app... one thing led to another and i changed the orginal password of Admin with 5 zeros to Five ones

     

    (at least this is my take on it)

     

    ive copied the user 1 profiles password with the admin profile and now im locked out of the system

     

    i cant change users i cant change settings i cant connect from the browser or phone,

    Im completely locked out

     

    I need a HARD reset bios reset procedure... removing the battery doesn't do it,

    there is one on board push button that i can see.. and pressing that just restarts it..

     

    I know its not been reset because it has still retained my ip address and network config that i gave it as well as the name that i named it,

     

    IDT-16u

    S/N MH6UPB1302753

    (if needed i can get board numbers as well)

     

    i cant find anything anywhere on this unit.

     

    Try six digits instead of five please


  8. These are the ones I have used before with CVI with no problems

     

    http://www.dh-vision.com/index.php/accessories/connectors-converters/dh-vbp-101.html

    Those are identical to the ones I already keep in stock they are very reliable and the push fit terminals work very

    smoothly especially when used with wire-end ferrules.

    Thank you for that, it's very reassuring.

    A compliment coming from you? you made my day!!

     

    If you want to take credit for them you're welcome to do so.

    Just don't ask me to reset your password,,,, ( methinks this does not require explanation?)

     

    I buy them from Dynamic in Middlesborough, like everything they sell, they're the tops.

    I understand that Oprema are also a good solid seller.


  9. Thanks for the info! He has set up 3 admin accounts, all have access to all cameras and playback.

    HE has the passwords for the admin accounts. I guess the only alternative is to get them from him?

    I set up my own admin but couldn't erase his without passwords.

    Creepy huh? Or do all installers allow themselves such access?

     

    To imagine that a CCTV installer has nothing better to occupy his time than to spy on a client's activities, is ridiculous,

    Most installers retain the admin account to benefit and protect their clients from disaster.

    However any engineer should return control to you on request so that MIGHT be cause for concern.

     

    Change your IP address to a dynamic as has been suggested and get a DDNS account of your own then NOBODY can checkup on your IP address and view your CCTV remotely Buy a new DVR and get a trustworthy installer to set up a DDNS account for you. Some brands come with a FREE DDNS service one such manufacturer is Hikvision

     

    Good luck, don't have nightmares.........

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