I look at security kind of like a defensive coordinator would look at attacking the New England Patriots' offense. It sounds a bit silly, but I actually learned the id...
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I look at security kind of like a defensive coordinator would look at attacking the New England Patriots' offense. It sounds a bit silly, but I actually learned the id...
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scrumpy
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Ryan,
The night levels are pretty good but it was much clearer to ID you when the lights were on. If you don't have it already a method to turn on the lights from your phone or PC would go long way in getting a better ID if anyone were to enter the place. That and having all lights come on would go a long way in scaring them off.
Scrump
The night levels are pretty good but it was much clearer to ID you when the lights were on. If you don't have it already a method to turn on the lights from your phone or PC would go long way in getting a better ID if anyone were to enter the place. That and having all lights come on would go a long way in scaring them off.
Scrump
1950ChevySuburban
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Good, timely post here. I'm currently beefing up my "team" here, and think ya sold me on those cameras.
OP
As it stands, my lights go on when the alarm goes off... Also, my second camera is a much tighter angle. If I wasn't so shy, I would show that footage.
I should also post some footage of the space at night when there is a clear sky and a normal moon... It's as good as daylight.
scbrowser
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I hope the power for the World Headquarters doesn't get disconnected. If it does you will be without security. I would suggest a battery backup for just that situation. A friend of mine sold and installed security systems a few years ago and he always included battery backup for blackout power.
OP
No I won't.
HotShoe
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Awesome! I was just searching for the same exact thing myself.
Do they require a static IP?
Do they require a static IP?
ranger_dood
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No I won't.
I prefer cameras that connect via hard network wire, and are PoE compatible. Then, run them to a PoE switch that's on a battery (or better yet a generator), and you're all set. Don't have to worry about getting backup power to every remote outlet where your cameras are.
Now, if you're running a whole-building genset with auto switch, I guess the point is pretty moot. I still prefer PoE over having to manage a fleet of power bricks, or build a distributed system, tho.
Wow that is an expensive camera. Also after looking at some review, support is ********. You can only email them. My $130 Dlink with night vision sees 30 feet, and everything shows up, not just a dude walking up. Also black and white, but still I see my cars, my door everything.
For half the price, I would go with this one.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0018DJF4K/?tag=atomicindus08-20
**** ton of features, pan tilt, night vision the whole shebang. Plus there is support.
For half the price, I would go with this one.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0018DJF4K/?tag=atomicindus08-20
**** ton of features, pan tilt, night vision the whole shebang. Plus there is support.
ranger_dood
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Here are the ones we use
http://www.cctvsecuritypros.com/gv-bl120d-1-3m-h-264-low-lux-ir-bullet-ip-camera.html
Can see 50 ft in pitch black.
http://www.cctvsecuritypros.com/gv-bl120d-1-3m-h-264-low-lux-ir-bullet-ip-camera.html
Can see 50 ft in pitch black.
OP
Oh boy, don't get me started. I had the TRENDnet on my old building. It's junk... Absolute junk. The tilt/pan never worked right and when it only worked half ***, it destroyed audio. And it constantly disconnected from the network for no reason what so ever. The damned thing was just unreliable...
And want to talk about support? They are TERRIBLE. Don't believe me, read some of the reviews online.
I never could get support with the camera that I had, so I returned it to Amazon and got another. It was just as bad as the first.
I don't have a ton of experience with security cameras, but I feel 100% comfortable with saying that folks should stay away from this camera. It's an absolute waste of money.
Here are the ones we use
http://www.cctvsecuritypros.com/gv-bl120d-1-3m-h-264-low-lux-ir-bullet-ip-camera.html
Can see 50 ft in pitch black.
I'd love to review one of these... Most of the online stuff is pretty positive.
OP
No, they don't... which is nice.
ranger_dood
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Both Geovision and CCTVSecurityPros have been a pleasure to work with. I've talked with representatives from both over the phone.
When you order from CCTVSP, they give you free "video and audio surveillance" stickers to put on your door, too...
When you order from CCTVSP, they give you free "video and audio surveillance" stickers to put on your door, too...
You might be right, i personally do not have experience with it. I have the Dlink cams set up. But I mostly did them because they were cheap as hell. I mean all my cams were just over $500. They work good. I would not say great. They have sort of ******** web support, and getting them not to time out after a min is also a hassle. But as far as resolution and all, they are great. The email feature is nice too and has not let me down yet. I hired a nanny to watch my baby, so I get an email every time anyone walks past. Sort of a pain in the *** to delete 1800 emails every day, so now only 3 cams email me.
Check them out, really for the price, why not.
The other cam that had high praise was Fosscam.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046710G6/?tag=atomicindus08-20
The reviews on the web don't do it justice. But again, for the price, you really should take a look. No built in web interface, but they have an app that you can link up, and make it work over the web. I have seen this in action personally. I was impressed. They look crazy though, and I don't want this type in my modern house.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004P8K24W/?tag=atomicindus08-20
Dlink cam. I have these. As a matter of fact this is a sale. People review it as being a ***** to set up, but I have to disagree, especially if you have ever set up a Dlink router. But the best part, is the Iphone app, and internet access is set up and free. So my wife, who is computer challenged, can click on her phone and be done with it. The picture is surprisingly better than people imagine.
HOTFR8
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Do you have back up power for the lights and security system ? One of the tricks here used to be they pulled the fuse or shut the circuit breakers and then if no action they broke in.
cafebaltimore
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Your secrecy does not bother me. My assistant coach has been secretly filming you during your installation.
I did not cheat. I just misinterpreted the rules.
I did not cheat. I just misinterpreted the rules.
41Woodie
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Ah the great Charles Wilkinson and the owners of the longest winning streak in NCAA football history. If your security is as good as their defense you'll sleep like a baby.
OP
Hahahaha... Should I call you bill...
Yep, Bud and the boys... I'm a sooner born.
OP
Yes, I do...
JeremyManning
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Your second line sounds like my only line, I have an in-ground electric fence with 2@70 lb dogs that patrol the yard
onewaydave
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You have put a lot of thought into this so probably have thought of this too. Upload the images to an off site location if the alarm triggers. There are cameras everywhere and the krooks know it and will try to disable the camera. If they get that far. Which I doubt.
Dave.
Dave.
HOTFR8
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Can I ask ? Battery ? Solar ? Or back up Gen set ? So many ways you can do it or even a mix of the lot
fordcragar
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Great topic! Thanks for sharing.
mikeyr
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I went with a Astak Mole http://molecamera.com/html/ $150 at Costco about 3 months ago, works great and has tilt/pan but only a viewer from a cell phone, on a PC you have tilt/pan. Stores the pics or videos on a card, or FTP's to a remote storage. My fav part was the scheduling is very flexible, so its on 24/7 but only sends e-mail during my work hours when no one should be in the house. First day I must have gotten a thousand e-mails, everytime the dog scratched his backside, I found the camera has motion zone you can set, so I limited the motion detection to the top half of the view (short dog) and its working great. In the garage, I have scheduled during the week and turned off on the weekends when I should be in there. Would prefer a "override" without going to a computer but it works for me.
Dumb question, but can you pull audio with the iPhone? or is it just video? I been waiting & watching for this post.....I was wondering how you were going to post this without giving away all the little 'secrets'.
When I was a little punk kid my parent's used to bet me that I couldn't break into our house & I knew where every sensor was in the house and in the carpet/walls & it was almost a "game" for me & they could find out where the 'weakness' was in the system. I hate to say it, but you have to think like a thief to find your own weakness in a security system.
Chris
When I was a little punk kid my parent's used to bet me that I couldn't break into our house & I knew where every sensor was in the house and in the carpet/walls & it was almost a "game" for me & they could find out where the 'weakness' was in the system. I hate to say it, but you have to think like a thief to find your own weakness in a security system.
Chris
OP
Audio only with a real browser on a computer...
gabedad
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Security industry leader is Axis cameras- but they are more professional caliber and much higher priced. Although some start at about $179.
Roothawg
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I know this is a little old but.....I have basic questions.
I am wanting to install some sort of security on my shop and house. I have an alarm on the house now and I plan on running a conduit underground to pull some cat5 cable through to the barn. It's about 100 feet away. How do you secure this dvr recorder? If I were going to break in somewhere, it would be the first thing I would take.
Also, could you point me in a direction for a system? My needs are outdoor cameras approx 8, with lo-light capabilities and I have heard that color is beneficial as well.
I would like to be able to access it from my Iphone as well. Budget would be under a grand.
I have been reading a lot of these posts, but it appears that everyone but me, knows what all of these accronyms etc are.
I am wanting to install some sort of security on my shop and house. I have an alarm on the house now and I plan on running a conduit underground to pull some cat5 cable through to the barn. It's about 100 feet away. How do you secure this dvr recorder? If I were going to break in somewhere, it would be the first thing I would take.
Also, could you point me in a direction for a system? My needs are outdoor cameras approx 8, with lo-light capabilities and I have heard that color is beneficial as well.
I would like to be able to access it from my Iphone as well. Budget would be under a grand.
I have been reading a lot of these posts, but it appears that everyone but me, knows what all of these accronyms etc are.