alanchow Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 Chowmain - Ultimate Dahua Driver for Control4! Overview Dahua, who is a popular surveillance manufacturer, produce a range of PTZ and NON PTZ based IP cameras for a range of residential and commercial applications along with network video recorders (NVRs) As one of our top requested drivers we felt that we needed to create the ultimate Dahua driver for Control4. We have worked closely with Dahua to ensure that the integration provides the best user experience possible. This driver pushes the integration of Dahua by offering functionality that allows the cameras to push the boundaries of security and home automation. This means that surveillance is no longer just for security but can also be used to trigger motion-based programming like lighting. The driver is also compatible with Dahua TiOC range of cameras. TiOC, also known as three-in-one camera, integrates 24/7 full-color monitoring, active deterrence and AI into one smart and innovative solution, greatly saving time and financial costs for distributors and installers. TiOC can accurately identify potential risks and effectively warn off intruders, effectively protecting life and property’s safety. Features Control4 OS 3.0 Support NVR Remote control simulation / Dahua onscreen control over IP for NVR5XXX-I and NVR5XXX-4KS2 model NVRs (via customised firmware made for Chowmain) Remote Control Commands - Up, Down, Left, Right, Enter, Back, Play, Pause, Stop, Escape, Skip Fwd/Rev, Scan Fwd/Rev, Menu,Grid 1, Grid2, Grid 3, Grid 4, Check and Channel numbers Configurable buttons for Control4 remote Smart handling of events from cameras connected behind an NVR Grid view Navigate recordings and playback menu Changing Channels Camera (PTZ and Static) Supports PTZ & Non PTZ Cameras View live camera stream on Control4 interface Control4 Push Notification Snapshot Support (push notification photos to mobile phones) PTZ control (Up, Down, Left, Right, Preset, Zoom) Select PTZ camera presets Can be controlled direct or behind a NVR Auto Setup of Camera to be Control4 compatible Works with cameras direct or behind an NVR You can set camera resolution configuration for best performance for Control4 via a single button press from Composer Driver auto configuration when binding to an NVR Camera event handling via bindings for enhanced programming. Supported Events: Video Motion Traffic Vehicle Position Audio Anomaly Audio Mutation Cross Line Detection Intelli Frame Programming Commands: Illuminator manual/auto/off and brightness level Goto Preset Flash blue and red warning lights (TiOC) Wiper once/continous/off FAQ What NVR models does the driver support? The driver will work for all models however if you want remote control simulation to control the Dahua NVR HDMI output then you will need to utilise the customised firmware that was built for us by Dahua. This customised firmware is included in the driver zip file. The following models provide onscreen navigation via a customised firmware developed by Dahua in partnership with us. NVR5208-4KS2 NVR5216-4KS2 NVR5232-4KS2 NVR5208-8P-4KS2 NVR5216-8P-4KS2 NVR5232-8P-4KS2 NVR5216-16P-4KS2E NVR5232-16P-4KS2E NVR5416-4KS2 NVR5432-4KS2 NVR5464-4KS2 NVR5208-8P-4KS2E NVR5216-8P-4KS2E NVR5416-16P-4KS2E NVR5432-16P-4KS2E NVR5464-16P-4KS2E NVR5816-4KS2 NVR5832-4KS2 NVR5864-4KS2 NVR5816-16P-4KS2E NVR5832-16P-4KS2E NVR5864-16P-4KS2E NVR5816-R-4KS2 NVR5832-R-4KS2 NVR5864-R-4KS2 NVR5816-R-16P-4KS2E NVR5832-R-16P-4KS2E NVR5864-R-16P-4KS2E NVR5216-16P-I NVR5216-8P-I NVR5864-I NVR5432-16P-I What cool things can we do with this driver? The driver's Auto setup functionality makes configuration of the cameras quick and easy. This driver provides the ability to attach snapshots to Control4 Push Notifications (4sight required). Tie this in with the camera's motion events and your customer can get notified (with an image) if the camera detections motion. This camera provides live feedback of events which is useful if you want to tie in lighting to motion and other events. View the Dahua NVR onscreen display via its HDMI output and control it via IP. This is compatible with NVR5XXX-I and NVR5XXX-4KS2 products using a customised firmware that Dahua developed for us. Control illuminator functionality so that the camera image is optimal during night time viewing. Control wipers for compatible model to ensure rain does not effect the cameras. What products will this work for? This will work with Dahuas range of IP cameras and NVRs. Some manufacturers OEM Dahua cameras and rebadge them as their own so it will also work with those cameras (eg Amcrest and Lorex). Please test prior to licence purchase. I want to try this driver out before buying it? All Chowmain drivers for Control4 come with a 90 day trial. Just add the driverCentral licencing driver and this driver and you're good to go. No registration required. How do I find out more information about the driver? Please see the links below for more information about the driver. 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AP-123 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Will this provide H.265 support? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msgreenf Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 2 hours ago, AP-123 said: Will this provide H.265 support? No. Control4 only supports h.264 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AP-123 Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 1 hour ago, msgreenf said: No. Control4 only supports h.264 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddy.trochez Posted October 4, 2021 Share Posted October 4, 2021 On 10/3/2021 at 6:00 PM, msgreenf said: No. Control4 only supports h.264 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Techy101 Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 bring the cams up on the app takes a long time to show all of them . how can i speed this up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 On 11/1/2022 at 4:23 PM, 1800INSTALL said: bring the cams up on the app takes a long time to show all of them . how can i speed this up? Please reach out to us for support. https://chowmain.software/for-integrators/technical-support Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uddinz Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 hi it looks like an update occurred on 11/3 to the driver. Now my PTZ cameras are not showing. I submitted a tech support but is there an issue with the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted November 13, 2022 Author Share Posted November 13, 2022 On 11/9/2022 at 9:45 AM, uddinz said: hi it looks like an update occurred on 11/3 to the driver. Now my PTZ cameras are not showing. I submitted a tech support but is there an issue with the update. Weird that its not showing. Thank you for submitting a support request. Our support agents will assist you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsonnick Posted January 24, 2023 Share Posted January 24, 2023 Will this work for the Amcrest NVR MODEL# NV4108E? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanchow Posted January 24, 2023 Author Share Posted January 24, 2023 20 hours ago, ajsonnick said: Will this work for the Amcrest NVR MODEL# NV4108E? We cannot advise if it works for a 3rd party rebranded model. All of our drivers come with a 90 day trial so you can test out our driver before commiting to licence purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsonnick Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Thanks for your help! 50 minutes ago, alanchow said: We cannot advise if it works for a 3rd party rebranded model. All of our drivers come with a 90 day trial so you can test out our driver before commiting to licence purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyknight Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Not to knock Alan in any way, but understand that for control of the actual NVR (vs using the cameras themselves) you'll likely need a special firmware, which is not likely to be available for an Amcrest model at all. Also @msgreenf has or used to have an Amcrest driver, though I'll admit never using it so can't comment as such. 'Course easy enough to just try with any @alanchow driver with the 90 day trial (you do make it easy on us!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsonnick Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 6 hours ago, Cyknight said: Not to knock Alan in any way, but understand that for control of the actual NVR (vs using the cameras themselves) you'll likely need a special firmware, which is not likely to be available for an Amcrest model at all. Also @msgreenf has or used to have an Amcrest driver, though I'll admit never using it so can't comment as such. 'Course easy enough to just try with any @alanchow driver with the 90 day trial (you do make it easy on us!) Thank you! I just want to see them on C4 and this dealer I’m working with is making me get all new cameras and a new NVR. I just bought this system a few months ago so I’d hate to replace it. thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msgreenf Posted January 25, 2023 Share Posted January 25, 2023 Dealer can make you do anything. Stick to your guns. There's nothing wrong with your hardware Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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