NVR NV4116E-A2 and AXIS 221 cameras

[Volkemon]

Hi Folks!

Well, so far so good with the NVR NV4116E-A2. Some odd monitor display issues, but they seem to work themselves out. MIGHT be the use of the VGA port and older monitor. Not todays issue.


I have a bunch (20+) Axis 221 cameras, c2008. Take outs from a former workplace. Work GREAT with BI, POE, about bulletproof, and interchangeable lenses. Fixed, and variable zoom. Some fine old hardware.

Easily accessed from my web browser (Chrome) at 192.168.1.102. Displays fine using motion JPEG. BUT... the NVR cannot 'see' it. Even manually adding it via IP. Nor is it found in a search.

Says MPEG4 is available as a camera video output, but I have not made it work yet.

I know its an antique. BUT.. very handy as spotter cameras. Any suggestions on how to integrate them?

[Volkemon]

Update!

Even using the 'AXIS' setting, getting the Axis 221's to work on the NV4116E-A2 is above my ability.

Still open to workarounds/solutions if there are any.

My workaround is to integrate the 221's using Blue Iris and the NVR together in my system.

The BI will allow the use of the antique Axis cams as spotter cams, and ALSO allows me to control the PT(Z) cameras that are connected to the POE ports on the NVR. This ensures the **important footage** will be recorded by the NVR with a UPS. I will also have the option of storing all footage on the BI computer, as it will be running 24/7 with UPS also.