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Eighteen brands of security camera digital video recorders (DVRs) are vulnerable to an attack that would allow a hacker to remotely gain control of the devices to watch, copy, delete or alter video streams at will, as well as to use the machines as jumping-off points to access other computers behind a company’s firewall, according to tests by two security researchers. Moore was able to identify 18 companies that seem to use the faulty code: Swann, Lorex, URMET, KGuard, Defender, DSP Cop, SVAT, Zmodo, BCS, Bolide, EyeForce, Atlantis, Protectron, Greatek, Soyo, Hi-View, Cosmos, and J2000. See the whole article at: http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2013/01/28/more-than-a-dozen-brands-of-security-camera-systems-vulnerable-to-hacker-hijacking/ Thought it might be good to know

Just my 2 cents worth, I would put it in the data center because of security, enviroment, and backup power. The security room could then access it through the network or internet. The security department could still have complete control of the DVR(s) just not next to them.

If the DVR is a Dahua try going to http://www.dahuasecurity.com and go to their support page. I know that these DVR's have a builtin revolving master password based on the date of request. They should be able to help you.

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Hi Guys, I really need some help locating several choices for the following min. spec. "The system shall utilize, at a minimum, 5 mega-pixel (IP) cameras and high-resolution IP Pan/Tilt/Zoom cameras. The 5 mega-pixel cameras, or higher, shall utilize a complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) sensor with ½” optical format and stream images natively in H.264 (Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG)-4, Part 10) format. The cameras shall have Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) support allowing for compatibility with media players such as Windows Media Player, Apple QuickTime, VLC Player and others. The camera shall have a minimum illumination of 0.3 lux in color mode. The Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera shall stream images in both Motion JPEG and H. 264 simultaneously. The Pan/Tilt/Zoom shall have on-board electronic images stabilization and be equipped with 35x optical zoom. The camera shall have a minimum illumination of 0.5 lux in color mode and 0.008 lux in Black and White (B/W) mode." Any suggestions would be appreciated, I just need the make and model if anyone can advise. Thanks

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jbtelco, try to open ports TCP 37777 and UDP 37778 on your router/firewall and the software client should be able to connect to the DVR from the Internet.

The best little program for that is PDANet. Go get it at pdanet.com works on phone and you don't need to pay your phone carrier the monthly fee.

Hi William, I think the first thing I would look at is why your first HD is in SATA port 5. The information I have on this unit says that it will handel 6 HD with a DVD installed. The first thing I would do is plug the HD into HDD01 and move down from there. Just my thoughts. Jim Trace-Net Network Services, LLC

Hi Tom, First they are the same company they just changed their name and site name. You asked about the "GenIV for Android based phones" You need to call them at 1-800-814-4364 and ask if the new phone app will work or not on the unit that you have. I have heard that the phone app. only works with the newest of their DVR's. Hope that helps Jim Trace-Net Network Services, LLC

Hi I saw your post and I have many of these units in the field. Ports to open: TCP 37777 UDP 37778 HTTP 80 The best way to view is with the Pro Client Software that should have come with the DVR. If not you can PM me and I can get it to you. It does also have the WEB browser interface but I like the client better. Also they just released a iPhone App for this DVR check it out at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/g4ss/id368227728?mt=8 Jim Trace-Net Network Services, LLC

Hi, I noticed your post and I have a suggestion for you. Go to a Bass Pro Shop or a Dicks Sporting goods store and look at there game cameras. They are megapixel cameras with IR and with that you could move it around until you get the shot you want. You should be able to get one for 200 dollars. Thats just my suggestion.

Hi it is really easy to copy your files. Go into search and search for the recorded video that you want to copy. Next to the file list are check boxes and check all of the clips that you want to copy. Once all the clips are checked look down under the list of video clips and next to the search button you will see a save to disk icon. Load a DVD-R into the machine and press start. Thats it. If you still are having problems PM me. Jim

Hi Guys, Is there anyone out there that has any working knowledge of this PTZ Auto tracking box? Here is a link to Bluecherry's site that sells it along with many more. http://store.bluecherry.net/Auto_Tracking_Box_PTZ_to_Motion_Tracking_Box_p/ptz-at-box.htm What I am having problems with is setting up the presets positions in this box. I have been able to get it to track moving objects but not return to a center position when done tracking. Anybody with any suggestions on where to get some tech info on the box would be appreciated.

I just thought I would enter my 2 cents. For the money and performance I like the G4-HD-E It has 720p HDMI output that I like alot to my monitors. http://www.genivtechnology.com/s.nl/it.A/id.518/.f