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Well, that's a huge bummer. What does the "flashing alarm" do? Does it flash the LED? I like the setup I currently have where the LED turns on with motion and lights up the dark alley. I can't imagine why Hikvision would get rid of this feature as it startles people and scares them away.Hi
I have model DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL and using this latest version of firmware and the option for "White Light" is not there.
But I do have "Flashing Alarm" & "Audible Warning" but that is due to the model variation I have.
You can find the firmware for your model here;
DS-2CD2347G2-L(U)
Hikvision DS-2CD2347G2-L(U) 4 MP ColorVu Fixed Turret Network Camerawww.hikvision.com
If you decide to update be mindful of this; I think Hivision put a block on a version or two back which stops you downgrading. Have a search of the forum.
Martin
Got it. Can I set it up for the light to come on with motion and not flash? I don't want it flashing, I just want it to come on for whatever duration I set it to when it's triggered with motion. Thanks in advance.
Yes it does. You have a G5 LU model which supports White Light on event in the latest firmware.
They did previously but it is present on version 5.7.13 (and was on 5.7.12 as well so it's been available throughout 2023)
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No they haven't got rid of it with the newer cameras. There are two different variants:
Okay, thanks so much for the great information. So if I buy either of these I'll be able to use the LED on with motion option in the latest firmware?
The first one probably. What you need to be aware of is that there are two versions with the same part numbers. The original G2 hardware model used the G3 platform for fimware and will not be updated beyond its current version 5.5.801. The newer model uses the G5 platform for firmware and is the current model. The latest firmware for that is 5.7.13. On the packaging the newer model part number has a (c) at the end to show it's the later revision but not all sellers specify that information. Unless you speak to a seller first to ensure you're getting that (c) model you can't be sure. I think in the UK, the 2387 (8MP version) was never available in the older obsolete version, so I'd not worry about it here but that might not be the case in the US.Okay, thanks so much for the great information. So if I buy either of these I'll be able to use the LED on with motion option in the latest firmware?
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Do you see any much superior quality cameras being released anytime soon that I should wait for? I need about 6 of them and I don't want to buy something now if something really good is around the corner. I know it's hard to predict but if you are aware of any new technology coming out let me know. Otherwise I'm going to buy several of these soon. Thanks again.
Yes. As posted in another thread, here - New Smart Hybrid Light Cameras Announced the new dual light cameras are coming along some time soon. We've no idea what these will be in the UK but Hikvision have stated they will be released in the US this month (May). The new models will have both infra red illumination and white light. They can be used as standard (daytime colour/night time mono with IR illumination), ColorVu (24/7 colour using the white light as needed) or switchable (the camera uses colour during the day, mono with infra red during darkness but switches back to colour with white LED when a perimeter event is triggered). I personally would wait for those. There's no confirmed date so we just have to wait.....
Perfect, I'm glad I asked because I can definitely wait a few months for the new cameras to be released. As for a camera that would fit over a single gang box near an entry door, would you suggest something like this? It looks like it's big enough to cover a single gang box. If not this, any other suggestions? Thanks again:
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I tend to stick to the turret cameras. The domes are a pain as any rain that gets on them leaves residue which adversely affects the night time image until cleaned. With regard to suitability, it's not clear where the 'gang box' is but install the camera to suit the view required.Perfect, I'm glad I asked because I can definitely wait a few months for the new cameras to be released. As for a camera that would fit over a single gang box near an entry door, would you suggest something like this? It looks like it's big enough to cover a single gang box. If not this, any other suggestions? Thanks again:
4 MP ColorVu Fixed mini Dome Network Camera
Hikvision ColorVu technology provides 24/7 vivid colorful images with F1.0 advanced lenses and high performance sensors. F1.0 super-aperture collects more light to produce brighter images. Advanced sensor technology can vastly improve the utilization of available light.
JB, the single gang boxes are located at entry doors where a doorbell would be installed. Wall mounted. With that said, I think the mini dome is the only good hikvision option to put in those areas. I live in Southern California so we don't get much rain, but there will be direct sun beating on one of them for most of the day which will probably reduce it's life expectancy.
