How To Reset Dahua Ip Camera To Factory Default
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If you forget the administrative password for your Dahua IP camera, there are multiple methods to reset it to the default password. These methods include using the Dahua DMSS reset tool, resetting the camera through the reset button, factory resetting the NVR, or using the Dahua IP Search Tool. By following these steps, you can regain access to your Dahua IP camera and protect your home or business.
Step 1: Download the Dahua DMSS or EasyViewer Plus (OEM) mobile client
The first step is to download the Dahua DMSS or EasyViewer Plus (OEM) mobile client. You can find these apps in the App Store or Google Play store, depending on your device.
These are the steps to reset the password for a Dahua IP camera using the four different methods. Keep in mind that resetting the default password will also reset all other settings on the camera.
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Hi, Issue found - firmware level is lower than required to prevent these hacks as suggested. Also uPNP was on so they were in effect available on the internet.. We tested and proved remote access to the camera with no human entered port forwards
If we assume Milestone doesn't have anything to do with it and that the cameras themselves are fine, I was wondering if someone else is doing that to them. Are there port forwards in place to access the cameras behind the router? Check if the firmware version in them is recent enough to have vulnerability updates for the simple hacks that have plagued these recently.
if it is the DS-2CD23x5FWD-I model, we have had cases where the SD-slot was opened and the lit put back upside down. This caused the rubber to push on the reset button and creates what you are describing
I just checked one of the model but the lit is asymmetrical, how can one put it back upside down without noticing it does not match? Even the screws of the lit aren't located in the medium points of both sides.
However I took an OEM version of this camera seems they changed the design of this and the "tongue" of the rubber pad is removed, also there are changes in the design of placement of SD-slot and reset button. They are aligned in a slim opening in the OEM version and CVBS out is removed. Moreover, the location of the lit is closer to the lens than the Hik.
I haven't had Hikvision cameras to default but I continue to have a weird issue with 7 Hikvision cameras connected to an Exacq NVR. Whenever I enable time and date through the OSD of the Hikvision camera it keeps going away. This is an unusual setup where the cameras are recording to the NVR but also FTPing an image to a website every 2 minutes which is why I have time and date enabled on the camera itself.
Factory reset your Dahua camera to factory defaults can prove to be a valuable troubleshooting tool or a way to start with a clean slate. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily navigate the interface, identify the correct camera, and initiate the reset process. Remember to use caution and ensure you have the necessary credentials to access the camera settings.
Now both my cameras (as I changed both their default CVI setting to CVBS to check the aspect ratio) - are stuck in CVBS/ultra low resolution mode or SD. I can no longer access the PTZ menu. When I click on the main interface - nothing happens. I also noticed in the DVR's main menu PTZ settings (under "camera") that the Control Mode option is now greyed out. I can't even access that.
This is driving me absolutely nuts - my CCTV camera feed looks like it's more than 20 years old! I'm not even getting colour on one of the cams now. It's just stuck in CVBS mode. How do I restore it to TVI, AHD or CVI? I've literally tried experimenting with every single option in the menu.
Anyone, please? This is an emergency. I hope I won't have to manually reset stuff. I can't understand why it won't let me access the PTZ menu so I can go into "video output" to change it back to CVI or AHD/TVI.
There's no option in my DVR to change the format. It's only available through the PTZ menu. Which is no longer popping up to allow me to change it from cvbs to any of the HD formats like AHD or CVI, TVI.
No joystick. Mouse. There's not option on the bottom left of the screen to alter format. It's only accessible from the PTZ menu on the main camera screen. But that's just not displaying anymore for some odd reason. Camera is outputting an analogue/standard definition signal only. Looks dreadful.
If I change all the channels format from DVR menu to cvbs or auto, only then it displays the cameras in cvbs/SD resolution. Setting it to TVI or ahd, or CVI gives me a blank screen with the dahua logo.
I will try this step once again just to make sure. For some reason, the system is blocking me out of the PTZ menu where you get to select output format, make picture enhancements, white balance, etc. I saw one video where the guy said that setting it to cvbs or SD will no longer make the PTZ menu accessible and that you have to change settings manually.
If I manually set the channels to CVI or AHD, then I get the full resolution settings in the menu that the DVR can do - e.g. 1080p and 5mp, but then the camera screens are black with a question mark at the bottom.
Edit: the small power supply units are attached to the DVR, they're not independent. Do when they are both hooked up to the DVR, that's when they get juice. I also tried powering up the DVR first waited for it to initialize and boot up, then hooked up cameras to even different ports. Same issue: they just default to cvbs.
Edit #2: sorry, you were right - there is a separate power plug for the DVR and cameras. I did what you said,but the only available resolutions are the SD ones no whatever what I set the channels to. Oddly, at bootup the DVR does switch to a 1080p Res like it always does. But the cameras are not picking up this Res. 960 x 480 is the highest res I'm seeing in the menu, even though last night I could see all the higher resolution and max bit rate of 6144, when the cameras were disconnected from the back of the unit.
Instead of Auto, I also set the channels to AHD and CVI, then booted up the DVR, and then connected the cameras. No picture. It seems the camera can only pick up a signal via cvbs. This is beyond strange...
Others can be taken apart and may have said button on the mainboard. If none of these are available, some have two terminals that need to be bridged in order to short the camera and return it to factory settings.
Finally managed to track down the CCTV guy who installed it. He said the same without hesitation: that the cameras will be dismantled and taken to the manufacturer's service center to do a manual/hardware reset or factory reset, whatever they call it.
The video output setting is only accessible from the cameras' OSD menu. The xvr only allows me to select channel type and resolution. As you already know the camera OSD is no longer accessible as it is stuck in cvbs mode.
Already did the factory reset twice. Once with cameras disconnected and then connected. All the available resolutions came back but when cameras got connected, it said "resolution will adjust automatically". And guess what? Defaulted back to cvbs @960h resolution. It's the only resolution and mode my cams are picking up.
I simply explained the options that are available to me now as a result of setting video output from CVI to CVBS - from the internal menu and not the dahua recorder menu. I've mentioned the model number at the start of the thread I think.
Ever figure out a solution to this? I screwed up trying to get 1080p 30fps, and now have one Lorex 4k camera that's stuck in CVBS mode with no way to access the camera setting menu to change it. Spent an hour on the phone with Lorex and they did not give any solution other than to ship the camera back to them for warranty replacement.
I'm not sure what tomcctv is referring to...but if the camera does not have a reset button on it...or inside the cover (on the board) there is no way to reset it as it is. Not even from the DVR since trough CVBS mode the DVR can't send commands to the camera.
The only solution is to buy this item PFM820 Dahua Technology (dahuasecurity.com). It is verry cheap... found it in my country for about $10. You need to pass the DVR coaxial cable trough this device and then you can set the mode back to CVI.
I have never brought or seen any manufacturer that makes a 4 in one camera that can only change from TVI,CVI,AHD and CVBS via the OSD menu. Having that option for you guys that don't understand why ( no offence to anyone by that) is that i no longer need to run a beldon cable for rs 485 comms for data to the camera (this cable allows me to control the camera for zoom, focus,name of camera,privacy and all other sorts. Like the other gentleman said, you must have a button or a switch inside the camera or via the rg59 coaxial cable.
Hi, I've got this same problem! Arrrrh with my Swann DVR (I shouldn't of played with settings without enough knowledge) has anyone got the solution as I don't really want to buy another set up!??! I have spent countless hours and aged a few yrs over this haha thanks in advanced
I have the same issue. I now sit with a really expensive 4k camera that's stuck in an unwatchable resolution with no PTZ menu to change it back. My 5mp camera is in the same boat. I purchased a UTC Controller but guess what? They only work on 1080p and bellow cameras. This is truly a BAD move from manufacturers.