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We have a client for whom we'd like to install a JK-DV on a gate door. The issue I'm having is the gate is rod iron and I'm not sure how to surface mount the JK-DV. The rails are 3.5" apart from one another. Any ideas? Many thanks

I have a client where in is previous home he had his CCTV modulated so that he could view his cams on ch. 65, 67, 69, etc. and have the lower channel just basic cable without having to use a box. It worked great! Now, he's moved and they have DirecTV as their provider, but would like the same ability. He doesn't mind having T/W basic AND DTV, but my concern is that with all providers going digi this wont work (or at some point will stop working). I called T/W and they do have a "Basic Broadcast" package that does not require a box, but I'm not sure that's really the issue at this point. My set up is as follows: Cams to DVR via RG-59 Siamese Out of DVR to Channel Vision 4200ir (3) Out of 4200ir to Ant. input of TV via RG-6Q I was thinking of adding a dedicated DTV receiver to an available input of the 4200ir and then add a Channel Vision IR-4101 Coax Adapter with IR at each monitor location. Then the client would turn his TV to channel 83 to view DTV and using the DTV remote he could then control via IR what DTV channel is being modulated to Ch. 83. Sounds good, but I'm wondering if there's a way of doing this so that two remotes are not involved. I know it sounds trivial, but they used to be able to use just the one TV remote to select what basic channel they wanted as well as what camera.... Any suggestions are welcome.

I have a client where in is previous home he had his CCTV modulated so that he could view his cams on ch. 65, 67, 69, etc. and have the lower channel just basic cable without having to use a box. It worked great! Now, he's moved and they have DirecTV as their provider, but would like the same ability. He doesn't mind having T/W basic AND DTV, but my concern is that with all providers going digi this wont work (or at some point will stop working). I called T/W and they do have a "Basic Broadcast" package that does not require a box, but I'm not sure that's really the issue at this point. My set up is as follows: Cams to DVR via RG-59 Siamese Out of DVR to Channel Vision 4200ir (3) Out of 4200ir to Ant. input of TV via RG-6Q I was thinking of adding a dedicated DTV receiver to an available input of the 4200ir and then add a Channel Vision IR-4101 Coax Adapter with IR at each monitor location. Then the client would turn his TV to channel 83 to view DTV and using the DTV remote he could then control via IR what DTV channel is being modulated to Ch. 83. Sounds good, but I'm wondering if there's a way of doing this so that two remotes are not involved. I know it sounds trivial, but they used to be able to use just the one TV remote to select what basic channel they wanted as well as what camera.... Any suggestions are welcome.

We're doing a job where we are going to house a security DVR, 2 RF modulators, and a power supply in a semi-finished attic... The client is a "little" over-protective and wants it all housed in a locking rack of some kind. The monitor can be out in the open. I'm thinking of using a Middle Atlantic DVR lockbox (DBLX). Wall-mounted with the monitor and mouse on top. Problem is the RF mods and power supply wont fit. Anybody have a suggestion for a rack product (DVR can be shelf mounted) that will house the whole system as well as properly ventilate? Thanks!

How best to connect my MacBook Pro with a Speco VGA DVR connect?? Sorry, it's late....

I need to place a camera to cover the front door for security coverage (not to see who's ringing the front door). The issue is the masonry and running RD-59/combo - best to run up through the attic. My concern is placing the camera to high and not getting quality coverage.... And too low will look bad... I typically use Speco or Everfocus these days. Thoughts??

Have a look at the OP I emailed the pix to myself.

Sorry. What's the best way to post pix?

By quad I mean four cam pics on one screen. 2x2

I have 6 cameras in my current cctv system. I plan on buying a new Everfocus 8 Ch. DVR and an additional Channel Vision E4200ir (I'll have 2). I'm removing from my current system the duplex multiplexer. My current set up allows me to view each individual camera on its own TV channel in addition to a 4 camera split on one channel. If I remove the multiplexer will I still be able to view the quad on its own channel?

I'm replacing a Everfocus EDSR4000H with an 8 channel DVR. I was looking at the ECOR8F250, but it does not work via remote with Mac computers. I found the Speco DVR8TL160 that does work with Mac. My main needs are pc/mac compatibility Ability to view screens in different split screen configs Ability to control individual cam picture settings Any of you have thoughts on these or perhaps other DVR manufacturers?

I have the Speco cammic and it does need power. Since I'm pulling RG-59 siamese I'm wondering if I can use that video (pull another along side what we're using for the camera) for the audio.

Hey guys, I'm looking for some advise on a project I'm involved in with an existing system that I'd like to upgrade. My equipment: 4 Speco Cams Everfocus EDSR4004 Channel Vision E2200IR Channel Vision E4200IR American Dynamics Multivision Duplex Miltiplex 16 ch. NV-213a Vid Transceiver Current Setup: We have a number of small LCD displays in the house dedicated to our vid cameras (billiards room, entry, front/back,etc.). They are connected via RG6 to the antenna input and I turn to ch. 116 for billiards, 114 for entry, 118 for four cam. split, etc. I can then turn to say ch. 4 and watch NBC. Just the upper channels are dedicated vid cam channels. What I need to do: First I need to add a 5th camera w/audio in a "new" baby's room. I assume I'll need to upgrade my DVR to accommodate the additional cam? Right now all I can do with the Everfocus DVR is view an individual camera or a 4 camera split. I'd like to be able to have a 2 camera split (to view the billiards and baby's rooms). Is there a way to customize cam splits? I find when you get anything more than 4 cams in a split the cam picture is to difficult to see. A bit of education if you could: I have a pretty good knowledge of straight forward camera/dvr design when the cameras connect directly to the dvr via rg59 (to a transformer) and then to a single monitor and ip. Or through a matrix switch to multi displays. Could some of you educate me on how the multiplexor and channel vision, etc. works into my system. I'm not sure how the modulation process works and if anything other than the DVR needs to be upgraded to give me the results I'm looking for. As always - thanks for your thoughts.

that will work with the everfocus?

Soundy, I've got another one for ya! I need to add audio up in the baby's room (for monitor only - no need to record the audio). I plan to put it up by the Speco camera. What are you thoughts on the best way to set the audio up? I know Channel Vision and Speco make a mic, but they're both a bit clueless on how to connect and power it. Thanks again for all your help.

Soundy, What would be the best way to get the PIP like you discussed above on a display?

Soundy, thanks so much for such a detailed reply. I understand your case about the access ratio issue with regard to the 1/1 split screen. I have seen on a Pelco dvr the ability to have one large screen (upper left) and then smaller screens around. From what I can tell the Everfocus can't do that... Forgive my ignorance, but what is the multiplex used for? From the product description it sounds like a lot of things it does I don't really need - view live video while also recording, alarm events, etc. But it is in the system and so I'm not sure why the installer (who is no longer in town!) put it in the system. I don't want to pull it all apart without knowing how or why it's in the system. Thanks again for your help.