Is the update already on the camera or is this something I have to try to figure out how to update myself? Will this camera plug into my zmodo DVR-H9104UV / DVR-H9108UV 1 TB Hard drive DVR? Is the zoom on this camera optical or digital? And how far...
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1. No, you don't need to update. This camera is plug and play. 2. Yes, This camera is BNC female adaptor, you can plug this camera to extension cable then to any DVR. 3.The zoom on this camera is optical. 4. This camera can show about 120 feet good clear picture in the night. The camera's image at night is largely depends on object, environment and light. For outside environment, the requirement may be high due to the light condition, distance and reflection of the object. As for the night vision of the camera, the camera can see the object because the IR light is reflected back to the camera. If you point this camera to a car, you can see it, while you will not see a tree or ground in equal distance. This is because the tree, the ground does not reflect well. So you can not expect to see the ground.
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Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in case I'm missing something. Thanks! Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in... » Read More Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in case I'm missing something. Thanks! « Show Less
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You can download it using that link, but you must check the current firmware version to assure you are using the correct update. There is a problem with their instructions to do that. They should say:Turn on the 3D camcorderPress the joystick to enter the playback menuMove the joystick down and hold for a minimum of 5 secondsPress and hold the photo-shutter button while still holding the joystick.After about 3 seconds, you'll see the status menu. Check at 4th position "FW Ver:"...
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Yes they do. The company is in Asia, so the update process isnt always clear due to the language issue. Not all updates work well also, even if installed properly. The hardware on the Finevu Id say is quite good. The software I feel is substandard by PC standards, but possibly on par for the dashcam/ DVR market. Either way my CR-500 bricked for no discernible reason. And Im out my entire purchase price. So I just dont run a dashcam anymore. Its a risk, but Ill wait for something cheaper or more reliable. Dashcam use is quite rare in the US.
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I bought this DVR in Nov.2013 and hooked it up to my existing a dome color camera and a bullet and it working great so far for me including the remote view from my smart phone. I recommended that you contact the Q-See customer service about your problem. The customer there are very nice and friendly people they help me set up the remote view on my system.Hope that help
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1. How is recording done?To record you need a DVR unless you can hook it up to your PC.2. Is it motion activated?Your DVR software has to support motion activation for this option to work.3. How many degrees of view does it give?36PCS IR LEDs Support 90 Feet View Distance4. Is wireless operation possible? Not possible
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so far I have only used the zmodo phone app, which works well. there are 2 apps, one for when you are on your home network. one for when you are not. my understanding is there is a way to "port forward" so you can view your cameras on any computer but my attempts to do that so far have failed. They weren't much of an attempt though. Ill probably try again later. There are some youtube videos of how to do it.
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Had same issue. Plugged camera into laptop and then hit zoom left + playback and it went into upgrade mode.
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I sent it back because of cameras gave a weak picture. I replaced it with the ZMODO IP 4 camera system and the system works great for a little more money. The IP system uses cat 5 cable and is much more easier to run and set up. Good Luck
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very interesting. i've had my TZ5 for a couple of yrs, and used the digital zoom frequently, always in Normal mode, (I know it won't work in iA mode.) Recently, it refuses to work in normal mode-- stays grayed out, even with 3 mp manually set. However, in Scene 1 mode I am able to use digital zoom, just like before, (combined with optical and ez-zoom, giving me a total of 67.5X). I don't understand the change. Any ideas? Firmware update?
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I use this camera with Q-See QS558-852-1 8 Channel Full D1 Security Surveillance DVR System from Amazon and that works well. I don't know about the ZMODO 8CH H.264 CCTV Surveillance DVR, sold by Amazon.
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The camera works fine but as far as the software goes mine got lost some where and if I could get another disc I'd put it back on line with my zmodo system which has 8 non motion cameras. I guess that's no help
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There is a Windows based software package @ http://www.zmodo.com/8-channel-cctv-h-264-surveillance-dvr-smartphone-view.htmlLocated under the 'Downloads' Tab and named NVMS Software. You can monitor, review stills/video images, update settings and pretty much anything else from your Windows laptop or desktop. I use it on my Windows 7 Pro 64bit laptop with no problems. I would advise using the default username/password combo until you get a good feel for the software and the DVR.
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If it's working ok as is, I wouldn't try to update it. If however you need to update it, there are some helpful forums online ( ip cam talk) that will get you what you need.
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Since I bought my system, the default cameras from Zmodo have changed. I have the older ones that probably have around 20 feet. I bought this system more for the DVR, and have a mix match of cameras depending on the application. Some are the default Zmodo cameras and some are wide angle. My Zmodo cameras look nothing like the current ones being offered. The Zmodo cameras are good to use as a starter kit. If you demand higher quality, you will need to find 600 TVL cameras. I use 600 TVL for my wide angle cameras and notice a huge difference between 420 TVL default ones and 600 TVL.
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I'm having the same problem with the 1TB my dvr expander. Let me know if you found a fix. I've had a 500gb on my other sa 8300 hd and never had an issue.
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I have a Suddenlink DVR and I have a HDMI cable from the cable DVR box to the tv and the Optical cable from the tv to the Zvox and that's it. It was simple even for me. The remote control that Suddenlink provides had to be programmed to control the Zvox volume, TV volume and turn everything on and off at the same time(wasn't too hard with the remote instructions I found online).