DVR surveillance systems??

[alinc100]

Hi All,
After a recent discovery of items missing from our house,silverware,some jewelry,video games,change jar etc. I am contemplating a DVR surveillance system such as the $300 unit from HF.
We believe it is one of our youngest son's friends (age 16) ,but of course no proof.We also believe it could be the oldest,27 prior problems with addiction,just had a new baby,low paying job,etc.Once again no proof.
Do not think it was random as we have a large German Shepard and very few occasions she is not around.
Anyhow I was thinking of installing a system such as this just to monitor comings and goings,etc.I can place them inside where both entry/exits are covered.I would alos like some coverage in the backyard/detached garage and maybe one overlooking front yard to keep an eye on our cars& trucks which are always stored/parked outside.Garage is too full/too messy to even park a bicycle.

anybody have thoughts on this or another system?

http://www.harborfreight.com/surveillance-dvr-with-4-cameras-and-mobile-monitoring-capabilities-68332.html

Thanks,
Andy

 

[EOC_Jason]

I would get ones that are more stealthy. They make cameras that look like everyday objects and are real small so you wouldn't even notice them. If someone sees cameras in the corner of your rooms they are probably going to realize you're on to them.

 

[Curmudgeon]

I'm a fan of HF for a lot of things, but for something like this I think you'd be better served with a more mainstream brand. My choice would be Swann. They specialize in security systems like this, and they aren't any more expensive. Go somewhere like Amazon or MCM Electronics and search for Swann. The selection is almost endless.

A few examples:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0058W5RC6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0050MK92C/?tag=atomicindus08-20

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VFGJVE/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Consider buying an 8 channel recorder and you will be able to add more cameras if you choose.

Like this:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002E46PO/?tag=atomicindus08-20