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Hi, An height-strip camera seems a very good addition to any store since it catches the face of every customers who get out of the store. I know about the Honeywell ExitView® . Is there any other manufacturers of very good height-strip cameras please?

Those (from EyeSonic.ca) look like nice products right?

I wish someone on this forum would have some experience with the actual height strips, but hey it's ok. Meanwhile, is the camera quality of the original Honeywell looking good? Is Honeywell a respectable camera brand. (From what I've saw on the web, it looks like Honeywell bought the company that was originally making the ExitView height-strip. It was named "SilentWitness.com". I'm not sure though) Do the height strips on Ebay look good specs wise?

Usually people don't stay at the main door of a convenience store. They get in, buy their stuff, and get out. So, it's possible to get good shots of the person's face almost 100% of the time.

I agree that the picture in the original post looks ugly. But, I've seen two of those installed in two convenience stores. They were installed on the metal frame of a metal and glass door and it looked good. Ebay has some inexpensive clones as usual. I don't understand why there's almost no traces of this device here on this forum. I believe the idea is brilliant!

Here's why : Honeywell’s ExitView height strip camera is a discreet and cost-effective solution for loss prevention, inventory shrinkage, and robbery. A high performance CCD camera within a height strip that can be mounted on or beside the door frame, ExitView captures the full face of the culprit at eye level, in full color, as they exit the premises. ExitView is one of the most inexpensive solutions to tighten in-store security and make it easier to identify and prosecute criminals. With clear visual identification, prosecution of the offender and recovery of goods is easier than ever before. ExitView represents the latest achievement in business protection that incorporated a CCD camera with a height strip. Source Link

Hi, I think I know the answer to this one, but just to make sure : Is the Braid density important for CCTV on a RG59 cable? I see a lot of online stores and some cables are cheap, but I guess we get what we pay for. For example, would you choose the cable in the first picture if it was really cheaper? Cable 1: Cable 2:

Hi, What kind of Stapler / Tacker do you guys use for for siamese RG59/U 18/2 cable?

I think this is good advice. I think I'll go with the screw-able zip ties (Mountable head Cable Tie) then. Thank you all a lot for your input!

No Lowes arround here. Is it like the Arrow T72 Insulated Fastener Wire Tacker. I've also found the Acme 75A Staple Gun For NM Building Wire (Like 14/2 and 12/2) for cables up to 1/2". "Patented design will not crush or damage cables and wires" "The unique staple driving system of the 75A will not damage or sever building wire and delicate cables."

Is the web wide enough, in a way that a T25 will do a good job without harming any conductors? (I could have tried myself, but my first order of siamese cable is in the mail right now)

Good idea, thank! Any other methods available, please?

Cool thanks!

I thought that 95% meant that 95% of the braid was made of copper (and 5% of other metal). So if I understand well, in fact it means 95% of the shield area is covered by the braid. And the braid is 100% copper. Is that right?

Hi, I would really appreciate if someone would give one or two suggestions for the best camera under 100$ . It will be used in a small convenience store. If we're limited to a hundred bucks, what would the camera giving the best image please? If it's worth it we could probably go up to 150$

What about the Gadspot GS648B for 40$ ? I like that it's a dome camera, with 520TV Lines, and the IR illumination . But... Could the IR leds on that camera bother the quality of the image? Could the GS644C have a better IR design? Is there any dome camera with same specs, similar price and a better LED design?

Hi , I'm looking for a BNC camera OR enclosure+camera good for Canada winter temperatures under -35 Celsius (-31 F). If considering the wind chill factor, it can get under -40C sometimes (It's freezing! ). In the summer we get max of plus 33 Celsius (92 F). It would also need to stay put in windy conditions. The camera will be located outside a small convenience store to monitor the entrance and the parking lot (About 5 parking places) in front of it. It would be great if it could take good images in the dark also. The networkable DVR we have can record a max of 720x480 Pixels (Well the manual says 720x240 but I don't think it's possible, right?). The total fps is 120fps. Manual : alturl dot com/f25n Do you guys already have a time tested solution for this application?

Yeah , I hear what you're saying. Nevertheless, I think I made a mistake. They say they are the manufacturer for one particular model on their website (Not all of them). This one : alturl dot com/towc But, again, maybe not. I'll play it safe and only buy a few at first to check the quality. Thank you for your foresight.

What'you guys think about those two outdoor cameras for the sub -30s? Cam 1 Cam 2 They have no heaters, but they look solid. Plus they are affordable.

According to their presentation video, they are the manufacturer. The owner seems willing to give a great deal of support also. I think that's a plus. Thanks for the good hint. I'll then go with their 550 TVL model, which specifies more technological features than the 480TVL model (For a little more cash). I want to thank you all guys! Thank you for the camera models examples I can compare specs to. I think you are THE authority , when it comes to get help about CCTV. I'm starting in the business and I really appreciate this help. I feel I'm not on my own with you guys!!! Thanks!!

Nice cameras! Thanks! What's your opinion on this one?: alturl dot com/i8rh

I've talked to a camera distributor, and he said that there's no real problem with insects and spiders... Is it really something to worry about?

Hi bpzle , The camera will be used to monitor persons in one alley (wich is approx. 25' to 35' long) of the convenience store. It will be 8' to 25' of the persons. On the wall about 8' high. Fluorescent lighting. Not dark at all. If you want to, I'd like a suggestion of one that can see in the dark and one which can't.

Oh! I didn't see that one coming. You're right! That's a good reason to not use IR right on the camera. What do you think about the enclosure's window defroster? Not very common on enclosures uh? Does it fix a fogging problem that other enclosures have?

OK, I see what you're saying. Thanks for sharing your experiments. So if I choose an outdoor enclosure, is it better to choose one with integrated IR illumination? Or will a good camera work good in the dark with low light? What do you guys think of the UHO Series Outdoor Camera Housing from Bosh? They come with a heater, blower, a window defroster and self cleaning glass. Here : alturl dot com/rqpj They cost about 175$ and are good for -40C for fixed lenses.