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As previously stated, with these 4 cameras, I am running at about 7-8% CPU usage. After adding cameras, I was met with quite a bit higher CPU usage so I did some optimizations to reduce CPU load. The first thing I learned about are sub-streams. It turns out that all of my cameras are able to provide 2 discrete RTSP streams. 1 higher quality and 1 lower quality. I knew that it was there but didn’t grasp why until I started researching. I assumed the lower quality stream was for remote streaming outside of the local network. That one is a no-brainer. I found this explanation if you want to go into more detail. The 823A is IP66 certified weatherproof and can operate in any location with a temperature between 14° and 131° Fahrenheit and 20% to 80% humidity. Features The focusing seems to be a lot better on this camera as well. I haven’t had the same issues as I had on the 823a (taking several seconds to actually focus and give a clear view).
One thing we appreciate about the RLC-823A is the viewing angle. At a maximum of 96 degrees, it’s ideal for sitting inside corners, where it will cover the entire area. On a flat wall, it can cover the relevant area near a door or another access point. Keep in mind, though, that the viewing angle gets narrower as you zoom in. At the maximum zoom level, the angle will only be 27 degrees. This isn’t a criticism. It’s part of the very nature of a zoom function. When you zoom in, you’re viewing less area. But keep in mind that if you want to cover an entire corner, you’ll need to be at 1x zoom. Physically the cameras are nearly identical with the exception of the antennas for the wireless version as well as power delivery. I personally would never use the wireless version and in all cases recommend the PoE version.That being said, if you need a high-zoom lens, then you will struggle to find a better option than the Reolink RLC-823A 16X. I will have to take some license plate pictures night vs day, but just the bit of testing done the night time quality “should” catch a license plate relatively well because of its reflective values. You can somewhat read the mailbox in both the clipped image and clear image zooming in.
Additionally, the Reolink RLC-823A supports mobile operating systems such as Android and iOS, enabling users to conveniently access the camera's live feed and recordings using their smartphones or tablets. With a pan speed of 150° per second, this camera allows for swift and efficient monitoring across a wide range of angles.First thing I noticed was the lower field of view. It’s almost like always being zoomed in on 1.5x-2x. I have a lot of comparative views between my patrol points on the 823a and 823a 16x. It was a little disappointing, however I use this mainly as a patrolling camera, which just means more preset points.
Suitable for harsh weather conditions: The Reolink 823A is certified waterproof and weatherproof, making it suitable for those living in old or rainy climates.
No charging required: If you go on a vacation, you can leave your camera on without having to worry that it’s going to run out of power. Plus, it supports 24/7 recording, a feature that’s not usually available on battery-powered cameras. The camera’s infrared night vision is capable of providing clear footage up to 80 meters (260 ft) in complete darkness. Fail proof fall design. With the wire clip, this can help prevent damage incase the camera came apart from the actual mount.
The camera supports motion-triggered, scheduled, or 24/7 continuous recording, with videos saved to a micro SD card, Reolink NVR, or FTP server. In Use / App This camera boasts a waterproof feature, ensuring its durability and functionality in diverse weather conditions. It has been certified with an International Protection (IP) code of IP66, signifying its ability to withstand dust and powerful water jets from any angle. I have been running unRAID for quite a while now to simplify my server requirements. I was running several small SBC’s and a standalone NAS drive and consolidated them onto my main rig. AMD has pushed desktop core counts with their Ryzen CPUs and I have cores to spare. I started with a 3700x giving 2 cores to applications leaving me with 6 cores for my VM’s but recently upgraded to a 3900x. I now give 3 to applications and 9 cores for my VM’s. Damn spiders. I am not an arachnophobe but they are a pain in the butt. Not the spiders themselves but their webs. Now that we are in the fall season here in NC I seem to have to clean spider webs off of the cameras almost daily. 1 web across the FoV and I get tons of false alarms. It is just something you have to deal with. I know this has nothing to do with Reolink but wanted to include it in this post. Now that I am writing this I may try spraying some bug repellent around the cameras to help. Misc FeaturesNow the zoom is quite incredible. I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect (no videos of it so far). It was able to clearly capture two mailbox’s and a stop sign with street names on top in both Medium and Clear settings. Low was able to see the first mailbox, but the further one it was not readable. For Blue Iris or other third-party NVRs, you will want to enable RTSP and ONVIF within the settings, under network and advanced. The RTSP URL format is the same as other Reolink cameras: Advanced recording capabilities: The Reolink 823A can be set to record 24/7 or only when motion is detected. Choose the first option for high-traffic areas and the second option for low-risk areas around your home or office. The camera also supports scheduled recording. With the ability to support up to 20 users, the Reolink RLC-823A offers ample accessibility for multiple individuals to view the camera’s feed simultaneously. It supports a wide range of network protocols, including HTTPS, SSL, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, IPv4, UPnP, RTSP, RTMP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, and P2P, ensuring seamless integration with various network systems.
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