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*Choose Proper Channel (repeat for each channel)
 
*Choose Proper Channel (repeat for each channel)
 
*Change Main Stream Settings to the following (note: these settings are best practices; individual systems may require modification of these settings for certain applications)
 
*Change Main Stream Settings to the following (note: these settings are best practices; individual systems may require modification of these settings for certain applications)
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IF MJPEG is required do the following:
 
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1. Enable Sub Stream on Channel
 
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==Step by Step Instructions to Use Sub Stream==
 
==Step by Step Instructions to Use Sub Stream==

Revision as of 17:43, 30 April 2019

How to Setup Video Feeds on Dahua IP Camera or Recorder

Description

This article will show you how to configure a video stream from a Dahua device for integration with Control 4

Prerequisites

Video Instructions

Step by Step Instructions to Use Main Stream

Note: Certain older Control4 equipment require MJPEG for video stream (HC800, HC250, Infinity Touchscreens etc..). If these older devices are used at property, the dealer MUST enable Sub Stream and set to MJPEG. If dealer is using T3 and EA controllers, MJPEG does not need to be used

  • Log into NVR or use GUI and go to Setup
  • Select IMAGE, ENCODE
  • Choose Proper Channel (repeat for each channel)
  • Change Main Stream Settings to the following (note: these settings are best practices; individual systems may require modification of these settings for certain applications)

Control 4 How To Use Main Stream 1.jpg

1. Code-Stream Type: Continuous

2. Compression: H.264

3. Resolution: 1280*720(720P)

4. Frame Rate(FPS): 13

5. Bit Rate Type: VBR

6. Bit Rate: 1024

IF MJPEG is required do the following:

Control 4 How To Use Main Stream 2.jpg

1. Enable Sub Stream on Channel

2. Compression: MJPEG

3. Resolution: 704*480(D1)

4. Frame Rate(FPS): 13

5. Bit Rate: 1024

Step by Step Instructions to Use Sub Stream