cctv

  1. J

    Ajax and Hikvision / Dahua Alarm Trigger

    I will soon be installing an Ajax alarm system and was considering two options for the outdoor garden and driveway area: 1) Ajax sensors and / or IR curtain beams 2) Hikvision Acusense / Dahua equivalent CCTV cameras connected to an NVR. I know there is an integration between Hikvision and Ajax...
  2. Hanno Labuschagne

    Vumacam and NAVIC join forces to combat crime

    Vumacam and NAVIC join forces to combat crime Vumacam is forming an alliance with cloud vehicle intelligence company NAVIC to expand the coverage and impact of the SafeCity initiative across South Africa. To date, the initiative has been powered only by Vumacam technology and cameras.
  3. D

    Issue with cctv feed to a screen in my kitchen

    I am running some LAN cable from my cctv DVR that’s near my room to a screen in our kitchen. I have a vga extender attached at both ends. At highest resolution there is no feed on the screen - it says no source. At lowest resolution I get a feed but some times during the day it keeps going on...
  4. F

    Wirelessly transmit analogue camera video

    I have a Dahua DVR located in the house 150m from the gate. I want to install a Dahua analogue camera near the gate and wirelessly transmit the video to the side of the house. Would this be possible?
  5. Yoda Arain

    HiLook DVR! Device Unbind

    I've got Device Model: DVR-108G-F1 with Firmware Version: V4.30.101 installed. Today, I tried to connect my mobile with the DVR for remote monitoring, but I was shocked to find that the device was already linked to someone else's account. I tried to unbind via the HiLook app, but it says...
  6. Jan

    Vumacam responds to US allegations that they use Chinese spying tech

    US concerned that Vumacam uses China-style spying tech — here are the facts Vumacam has hit back at claims made by US lawmakers in a resolution proposed by certain members of the country's House of Representatives concerning its use of Hikvision cameras. The resolution calls for President Joe...
  7. Hanno Labuschagne

    Gauteng's Lesufi wants to fight crime with 500 drones and cameras everywhere

    Gauteng's Lesufi wants to fight crime with 500 drones and cameras everywhere Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi wants to launch a wide-ranging and costly crime-fighting initiative in South Africa’s economic heartland, the City Press reports. The plan includes over 500 remote-controlled aircraft...
  8. Jan

    Broadband most important expense for South Africans, followed by home security

    South Africa's fourth essential utility — private security Just as Internet access is rapidly becoming a third essential utility for South African homes after water and electricity, a fourth has emerged — private security. Vumacam has released the results of a survey conducted with Fletcher...
  9. Love Me Tender

    Recommendations for Solar Powered WIFI Outdoor Cameras

    Looking for recommendations on good quality outdoor solar powered WIFI cameras that can be accessed via mobile app. Found this one so far that seems good quality with decent features... from a known brand...
  10. JRJakkals

    DVR\NVR Internet Data usage Questions

    Hello Everybody Here is my scenario. I have a client with 2-4 CCTV cameras and a DVR\NVR controller. Client will use CCTV app to check for a few minutes what is going on in his shop. I have a few questions on internet usage. 1. Does the DVR\NVR controller send data\stream data continuously...
  11. N

    Cctv installers step forth

    Looking to start a side gig doing POE installs. May I prey I to what a good rate for laying down the cabling and setting up a 4 or 8 camera system be. Also, there seems to be an accredition allowing you to issue a cctv coc after the installation, any one of you actually do so?
  12. J

    Can anyone recommend a good Wireless Security Camera?

    Hey guys, Ive been looking for some good but not bank-breaking wireless security cameras, need IR/Night Vision due to them going outside. Currently looking at this product https://www.takealot.com/andowl-q-s4-full-hd-4k-wireless-smart-camera-waterproof-outdoor-/PLID71639677 not sure if anyone...
  13. jibo82

    How can i prevent my expensive cctv camera from being stolen?

    I am thinking of getting a reolink ptz (+- R4000) to use outside. It will be positioned just outside my main gate and about 2 meters from the road. I am concerned about it being stolen. How can i prevent it from being stolen. Unfortunately my driveway is receded and if i had to put it within my...
  14. Jan

    Cape Town's claims big success for CCTV system that nails thieves

    Cape Town's CCTV system nails car and cable thieves Cape Town’s strategic surveillance unit has detected more than 15,000 incidents over the last financial year. The City's media office said the CCTV surveillance system detected 1,509 more incidents during 2020/21 than 2019/20.
  15. PhireSide

    Synology Surveillance Network Video Recorder New In Box (NVR216) - 2 Bay - R1888.00

    Item name: Synology Surveillance Network Video Recorder - 2 Bay - R1888 Age and condition: Brand New Do you include packaging: Yes Warranty: Yes Reason for selling: Reason Price: R1888 Negotiable: No Location: Port Elizabeth Shipping or collection: Collection preferred, otherwise C&R on buyer
  16. R

    Hikvision CCTV Image Issue

    Hi All, Hikvision DVR - 16Ch I am encountering an issue with 2 CCTV cameras (Hikvision). It appears that the image of the cameras go all funny with lines and colours. This issue tends to happen in the late(ish) morning and afteroon. I have changed the power supply thinking that may be the...
  17. N

    CCTV to Samsung Smart TV

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  18. Nobody Important

    CCTV video format? Plays in Win Media but not VLC

    I have copied some footage from my CCTV system onto a USB to check on my laptop after an attempted break-in tonight. The thumbnails show the video: But when opened in VLC it plays but shows just the vlc cone: Same file plays fine in the pre-installed win media player/"film and tv" app...
  19. Thor

    What else can I install on the Raspberry Pi?

    Hello, I have a raspberry pi that I want to set up at my parent's place (re-doing their network), just wondering what else I can put on it that might be useful. Currently installed: Pi-Hole (DNS + DHCP) Python script to take hourly speed tests and write that to Dropbox. Python script to mail me...
  20. CandyMan_ZA

    Ubiquiti and Dahua IP CCTV Issues

    I am reaching out to the MB community in the hopes that there is an expert out there who can assist me. I have tried contacting Dahua directly but had no response yet. The kit was recently purchased from TopCCTV, who are trying to resolve the issues but have not managed to do so yet. I am...
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