Anthony A.

if i go with the axis m7001 or vivotek vs3102 video server, will there be any signal degradation if i put the camera feed directly into the 4 port composite splitter and then have 1 of the 4 outputs go into the video server? or would it be wiser to go with an axis 2401 server that has video output built-in and then output that to the 4 port composite splitter?

what would be the better camera for the same price: CNB VCM-24VF or Panasonic PA-WVCF284P? this is for a porch/front door setup?

thats great advice. i think im gonna get the vcm-24vf then and possibly put a silica pack in there.

thanks all for the replies. i have decided to go with a cnb analog camera with a composite 1x4 splitter to feed 4 tv's. now all i need is a video server to get the signal to ip. i know many have 4 inputs but i really only need 1. is the axis 250s any good? i know its old but i don't think it does mjpeg which is a must to view on my iphone app. any suggestions?

im looking to get the cnb monalisa vcm-24vf or vfh (heater) but not sure if the heater model is necessary. this will be installed under a porch not really exposed to rain but the occasional windy day will blow water and snow in the porch. my main concern is fogging of the lens in the -20 degree celcius weather or the super humid summers. any advice if the extra money for the heater is necessary? im more concerned with the heater dying out soon and having to replace the camera. also, is this my best bet for analog camera for front door use? i always have a 150watt light on during the night. thanks for the help.

is the monalisa line still one of the best analog cameras? anyone ever heard of the brand galaxy?

can anyone post an actual brand/model of an analog camera that is actually high resolution such as true 600tvl (if it even exists)? thanks.

are there any decent priced outdoor dome cameras that are mega pixel but also have a standard composite out? an assuming that the signal can be output simultaneously? i believe the panasonic 502 does this but its over $1000.

im wondering if this is simply the best route for me at the moment. i could essentially get a 1x4 catv powered splitter to output the composite/bnc video out from the server to 4 tv's around the house as well as be able to view it on my ipad, pc, etc. but, take for example the axis 225fd camera. its ip, yet the resolution is only 640x480. isn't this essentially the exact same as a 520 or 600 tvl analog camera? and if so, wouldn't i better to just go with a cheaper analog camera as it will give me the same resolution?

Yeah, I was thinking HTML like the pannys have so you simply write in the address in your browser and you get the image. I have a pc at my tv already so I would simply have a shortcut with the web address for the camera. So arecont doesn't do this natively? Only by using software are you able to get the HTML link?

I probably won't be using any software. Just need the camera to display mjpeg and be able to view it realtime over the web. I'm assuming all ip cameras do this, correct? So what's my best option for a camera $400 and under then?

i have a covered porch that is approx. 8' wide x 5' deep and 9' high. im trying to decide which camera will suit me the best for my application without spending too much. im looking at either an arecont 3100m or acti 8133v or 8134v. if the acti is good enough for this application, i would get that but im thinking the arecont is much better but also much more expensive once i factor in the lens and outdoor dome housing. the porch has a light that is on a timer during the night and uses 3 x 60w bulbs. the porch is illuminated with this amount of light. so im thinking night performance may not be that crucial. my goal is simply to turn on my ipad, iphone, tv, etc. to see who's at the front door and thats it. any help is appreciated.

thats very interesting. so in my case then, where i have a porch light on all night either model i get will most likely always stay in color, correct?

+1 Also, with Sanyo cameras you can do pre-focus and angle choose (if no remote zoom) like standard camera with analog service monitor. Otherwise - lots of time to do this job.... hi guys, im a total newb when it comes to ip cameras but im thinking the sanyo 3100 or 3300 fits inside my budget for a front door camera. i have a 120watt light thats on at night on a timer and the porch area is 7' wide x 4' deep. in setting up the sanyo, are you saying that i have to do nothing at all in regards to manually focusing it? once installed and running, the camera focuses each time someone enters the area automatically? and secondly, would the 3100 serve me fine for my purpose since i have the light on or would i still get better night performance with the 3300? thanks for the help!

wireguys, why do you say the sanyo's are no good? is it because of the supply issues now or are there other reasons to be concerned? also, when installing the 3300 do i need to manually focus anything or does the autofocus do everything for me automatically, resulting in a very quick exterior install?