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okay i figured out how to save to another directory.. but any idea why my remote connection not working properly??

Hello! Happy to announce that after much research/stress/$$ I finally got my first surveillance system up and running! Anyways, I'm having trouble with my Geovision setup as follows: (1) Every 30 minutes or so, I have to restart the Geovision program because the video capture screens freeze. The program itself isn't frozen, it is only the video playback that is frozen on an image. Once I restart, it resumes back to normal only to freeze again 30 minutes later. (2) I can't seem to get remote playback to work. I followed these directions step by step: http://www.cctvcamerapros.com/Geovision-Remote-Viewer-Setup-s/118.htm Yet, when I try to login through the remote computer, it says login failed. Any ideas? Also, I had a side question... how can I designate where the Geovision is saved? By default it is using the harddrive in which the program is installed, but that isn't where I want all the data to be stored. I'm sure this has been discussed elsewhere, so a link to a solution would also be greatly appreciated. Thanks for the help!!

I'm looking to purchase 1500ft of siamese cable, connectors, and a power supply. But wanted to know if anyone knew of any retailers that I could get the cheapest from. I found some LTS branded supplies -- has anyone heard of them? The cable is 95% braided. Also, I heard somewhere that it is good to buy all from the same brand. Can someone confirm this? Otherwise, I can get better prices if I pick/choose from different brands (meaning different brand siamese cable, different brand power supply, and different brand connector). Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks!

Can someone tell me if this wire is any good to use for CCTV?

Hi -- I found a good price for siamese cable, but is it doable for CCTV? Here is the description: High Performance Siamese Cable RG59 Coaxial (95%) Braided + 18/2 18 AWG copper inner conductor 128 wires 95% copper shield Copper power cord CM/CL2 rated PVC jacket Swept Tested 5-3000Mhz Sequential foot/ Zone marking UL Listed FT-4 Color: Black Length: 1000 ft Package Type: Spool PM me if you want to compare prices.. I've been looking around and finally found a decent price + they are well known/reliable. Hopefully this cable works. Let me know.. thanks!

Interesting... I need to order cameras soon, but I'm not sure if I want to use this vendor anymore. Two huge key indicators of a bait&switch company are 1) based in New York and 2) have multiple websites. At least from my experience...

Looking for the cheapest place to find Nuvico cameras. In particular, looking for these: NUVICO CD-SD21N DAY/NIGHT SECURITY DOME CAMERA WITH 2.8-10mm VARIFOCAL LENS ($175) NUVICO CV-SD21N DAY/NIGHT VANDALPROOF WEATHERPROOF SECURITY ($199) The prices I've stated are the lowest I've found so far. Let me know if anyone knows any cheaper. Thanks!

Funny you should mention that site; I recently ordered something from them, and they canceled the order without telling me, or any explanation. I received an email back in January telling me the item had shipped, but their item tracking didn't work... took me calling after two weeks of the item not arriving to find out that the item hadn't EVER shipped, and in fact had been canceled entirely (but they hadn't yet refunded the money). They were very nice when I spoke to their customer service people, and they're looking into it. I'll let you know what happens. Thanks for the heads up -- let me know how it goes. Maybe I'll have to do a bit more homework.

GEOVISION GV-1240X 8 & 16 CHANNEL 240 FPS PCI EXPRESS DVR CARD http://www.surveillance-video.com/gegv816ch1203.html $980.00 1 $0.00 $0.00 $980.00 Yeah -- just from google search, it seems to be a decent price. What do you think? Almost all of the security hardware is coming from that website. They seem to have the best prices and their BBB record looks okay.

Thanks for the tip! I am a PC enthusiast, so I do enjoy doing these DIY projects. It is a one time thing for my bar. I actually just ordered the PC parts off newegg for a total of $745.76 (incl. tax/shipping). Includes 3gig core 2 duo, 2gb ram, 640gb + 1.5tb harddrives, 430w psu, 8500 GT 512MB video card. The DVR card (GV-1240X) is $980 however... $200 more than the computer itself! But still this system is slightly cheaper than the standalone + a lot better performing.

I've been looking around to setup a surveillance system and have come across the following... I see a IC Real Time DVR Flex system (8 channel) that goes for about $1800. At that price, I can make my own PC-based system that would probably be at the very least, equivalent in terms of hardware specs but with added flexibility. I always hear standalones are cheaper (I understand that this is a very high quality DVR), but this leads me to believe I probably could save money if I built my own PC based system. Any comments?

Sorry for all the questions -- but whats the difference between 24VAC and 12VDC? I ask because the Nuvico cameras are both 24VAC and 12VDC compatible, so I'm wondering which fuse box I'm better off with..

Thanks for the advice. Did the Nuvico cameras I previously referenced have the SIE chipset that you mention? Also, what website would you recommend I make these purchases from. As of now, I'm just using what I find via google.

s3.photobucket.c0m/albums/y56/edwardyoo/egbert/ (Please replace the "0" with a "o" in com -- couldnt post legit links bc of 5 day requirement.) I've posted pictures - as you can see, there is ample lighting (so I probably won't have too many issues). Can someone recommend a stand alone DVR that is reliable and easy to use (ideally with a mouse)? I'm willing to spend up to $2000 on it alone

Thanks Rebco! -- Can you recommend a decent standalone DVR that will fit my needs? Ideally an 8 channel (but I'd consider a 16 channel just in case I want to add more cameras in the future). It is really important that it is easy to use and can easily review recorded material (perhaps with a mouse) -- intuitive gui/interface is important. Here are two quotes I received after both technicians surveyed my bar: FIRST ONE (11 CAMERAS - 3 OUTDOOR/8 INDOOR): 16 Real Time Eyemax DVR System P IV 3.0 Intel CPU with 1000 G Hd 1 1,200.00 1,200.00 CDR-W Drive , Desktop Case , Keybroad , Mouse Model 9240 240 FPS 21" LCD Monitor 1 320.00 320.00 IR Bullet 4mm to 9mm lens ( 3340 avf ) camera 3 140.00 420.00 Dome 48 dn 4mm to 9mm len with IR 3 150.00 450.00 Dn 400 Box camera 5 110.00 550.00 3.5 mm to 8 mm len 5 55.00 275.00 Dynamic camera box ( external use) 5 220.00 1,100.00 8 channel 12 V DC fuse Box 2 90.00 180.00 Cable use 1500 ft @ 40 cents per feet 1500 0.40 600.00 Installation , focuse , setup DVR system and internet access, training with 11 120.00 1,320.00 1 years warranty ( not included DSL line ) Total : 6,415.00 SECOND ONE WITH 8 CAMERAS (3 OUTDOOR/5 INDOOR): DVR (Digital Video Recorder) 1 SDVS‐824P Hi‐Performance 8 Ch Real‐time Recording (240 live/240 record) $1,600.00 20% $1,280.00 T CAMERA 3 V2815NVD Outdoor Vandal‐Proof Dome Type, 550 TVL High‐resolution w/ Auto Iris vari‐focal lens. $395.00 20% $948.00 T 5 D2815NVF Indoor Dome Type, 550 TVL, Day & Night w/ Auto Iris vari‐focal lens. $325.00 20% $1,300.00 T ACCESSORY 1 Tron924 B‐Tron, 8 OUTPUTS, 24 VAC, 200 VA, 4.2 AMPS, $120.00 20% $96.00 T 3 CAT5 500ft Category 5 Cable Box $79.00 20% $189.60 T 2 HDD500 500G Hard Disk Drive $199.00 20% $318.40 T 9 BLN‐1KPR Balun Pair, Up to 1000ft, UTP Passive Trans./Receive $18.00 20% $129.60 T LABOR 1 N8CCTV Completed Wiring without conduit cable, Camera & System Setup, DVR Network Setup $800.00 $800.00 Our proposed bid is inclusive of all materials and labor to complete installation TERM: 50% down payment required upon estimate approval Balance due upon job completion Total Discount $1,065.40 Sub Total $5,061.60 Sales Tax $372.89 Total $5,434.49 ----------------------- With that being disclosed, can you get a better idea of what cameras I should be looking at? What are the general difference between bullet, dome, and box cameras? I simply chose dome because they are the most aesthetically pleasing. Thanks!