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What climate are you in? There are some extreme temp versions of the Trendnet switches we normally use. That could work with a NEMA box and a DIN power supply. Do you normally install the DIN power supply in the same NEMA box as the switch? With 220VAC coming in, I'm wondering if it would be wise to have the power supply in it's own separate box...

Yes, I suppose that is an option as well. But then I would still need a switch that is rated for sub zero temperatures, or some sort of small heating element in the enclosure. The other nice thing about those LinkPower switches is that they look like it can be powered by 220VAC, which is what the storage units use for their outdoor lighting.

Installing an IP camera system for a large, outdoor storage unit facility. The storage unit buildings are unheated enclosures in a cold climate. Looking at using some outdoor rated gigabit PoE switches to build an outdoor network between the buildings, plugging IP cameras into these switches. Found one from InscapeData - LPS2000-T1 switch that looks like it would fit the situation. Has anyone used this outdoor rated switch? Does anyone have any other suggestions for an outdoor rated PoE Gigabit switch? Thanks in advance!

Great, thanks for the info. I'll convince them there is no need to worry about bandwith issues. I would much rather do it this way.

Their concern with the IP camera is having 3-4 people who leave the application open on their computer all day & having that eat up bandwidth. It is a 100Mb network, so you are saying that is something we shouldn't be worried about? I agree an IP solution would be much simpler. It's a pretty basic view, indoor hallway, so I don't see much need for low light or back light compensation. Any recommendations for a decent IP camera?

Here is the layout: Office environment, I want to put a camera at the front door to view the person when they push the door buzzer. Multiple people in different offices will need to view this camera depending on who is working that day. No need to record video, so no DVR. Thinking of a way to use existing computer monitors instead of separate video monitors. Do not want to use IP camera on the LAN. Here is the setup so far: 1 - analog camera at front door 1 - 1x4 video distribution amplifier to split the signal to 4 offices. 4 - bnc to vga convertors to convert the signal at each computer monitor 4 - vga switches to switch input view from computer to camera So have I missed anything? Any alternative setup that would work better? Thanks.

Thanks for the info. Hopefully you get a chance to put up some shots. Geovision seems to be about 1/2 the price point of other systems I've been recommended. It is always good to get some real life feedback.

What's your opinion of it?

Anyone have any experience with this camera?

So... Any recommendations on the original post? Thanks guys.

Evidence quality video with no guard on duty, so #2.

What cameras are those?

The goals are to deter burglary/vandalism and/or evidence for prosecution. Cars are occasionally parked there overnight.

I've designed an analog system for a parking lot application & want to look at a megapixel solution as an alternative. Here's the layout: 2 parking lots outside of a gymnasium. One on the south side & one on the east side. 2 rows of 16 parking slots approximately 40 feet from the building. Low light, 2 light poles at night. Cold winters & warm summers, anything from -20 to 100 degrees. Analog system design consists of 8 cameras (CNB-VCM24VFH), 4 on each side & a 16-ch/2TB DVR. Features needed: - expandability. If this goes well, there are 3 other building to tie together. - ability to view recorded & live footage via LAN - ability to view recorded & live footage remotely - 2 week minimum record time, 30 days better - PoE (not a deal breaker, but would be easier) - Main server area is in a separate building, there is a network cable available between buildings Been looking at some 2MP cameras from Ganz & Vivotek based on a distributor recommendation. Seen Exacq mentioned a lot here & checked out their website a little. Was thinking a 4 camera setup with NVR might be a comparable alternative. What would be some recommendations for a comparable coverage megapixel setup? Under $9k for budget. Thanks!

Thanks Soundy for all the info. I'm sure I'll be around with other questions once I do some more reading.