Bmonaweck02

I am new to this system and trying to get it going but having difficulties. I purchased the WJ-HD316A and WV-CU650 used as well as a bunch of cameras in an auction. Cameras are the WV-CW964. I'm just trying to take it one step at a time right now. I've got everything hooked up and going according to the manuals of the DVR and controller although I cannot get the two to work together. I've got the mode switches on the controller set to all off except 5. Mode switches on the DVR set to all off except 7. I've got all the ps data settings the same on the DVR. Baud Rate 9600, Stop Bit 1, Parity None, Wait Time Off. I've read through the manual and am not getting it figured out. Any help on getting this installed and working would be much appreciated. Thanks, Brian

I have recently been asked to set up a security system at a small race track in my area. I have not been to the track yet and don't know how far away the cables are going to need to be away from the DVR. I know that some cameras will be further than 500ft. What kind of system is going to be best? I am guessing some kind of wireless system will be best due to the fact that if I had to run cable some would have to go over the track. But another question is will the noise of the race cars affect the frequency of the wireless cameras? Also, how much range do typical wireless cameras have? Thanks, Brian

I thank you both for your help. That will give me something to "chew" on for a while. I haven't actually seen the overall size of the track yet so I don't know what I am working with here. I might just be able to use regular analog cameras with a good lens. Who knows. Hopefully that will be the case, and I believe that would be the best solution if it is possible. But anyway, again thank you for your response. Thanks, Brian

I am looking for a 16 channel DVR and I came across Integral Technologies in Indianapolis, Indiana , and they have a 16 Channel DVR on Ebay for $450 (including shipping). It is a DVXi 16 Channel DVR http://cgi.ebay.com/Integral-Technologies-DVXi-16-Channel-Surveillance-DVR-/200613421888?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eb57de340 Has anyone had experience with that company and their products. If so, please tell me what you think and if it is worth getting something like that.

I am looking at these Samsung SCC-130 cameras with a 7mm-70mm lens on them... I know that samsung makes good cameras but are these good quality cameras or are they old and out dated. Also, what are some other good cameras for around $100. I am looking at some cameras with the Sony Effio chips in them because I heard that they are good. I am looking to set-up a system A.S.A.P. but I do not want to make the mistake of getting junk. I am looking at getting a 16 channel DVR with 8 cameras as of right now. But do not know what brands are good. I do know that the IR cameras are not the best and that a true day/night camera is the best. Any suggestions for good cameras for around $100 as well as a 16 channel DVR for around $500 will be greatly appreciated upfront. THANKS in advance!!!

I am looking at getting CNB BBM-20 Cameras. But I see the CNB BBM-24F and the only difference I see is that is had 2 ICR(which IDK what it is, I assume it is 2 IRs) and that it has a min lux of .005 not .05. I would like to get the CNB BBM-20 because it is cheaper, but would also like to know the difference.

So basically they are the same camera? They are both "True Day Night" Cameras correct?

Looking at the CNB CBM-20VD with built in lens? Are they any good? The specs of the camera are good, but has anyone used this camera before, and if so can I have some feedback on it? THANKS in advance!

Outdoor, but I think I am going to get heated & cooled housings. Hi Bmonaweck. the CNB 20vd are not good for putting into housings. they are used for internal use. (can also buy in dome type) for housing use have a look at the CNB BBM-20F/BBM-21F much better camera with better lens choice I was just looking at the CNB BBM-20 and the CNB BBM-24F, what is the difference between the two. I was thinking I would get some CNB BBM-20's.

Outdoor, but I think I am going to get heated & cooled housings.

I did a search for bosch 495 and it comes up with Bosch VDN-495 which was $600 is there a different camera you are speaking of.

Have you had any experience with these camera's? Do you know how they do at night with good lighting? Do they provide a good clear picture? How do they compare to the CNB True Day Night Cameras? Thank You for your help!!!

I am looking to setup a security system. First off, what is the best "cable/wire" is best for cctv cameras? RG59 or Cat5? I am looking to go long distance with my cables, up to 200'. What is going to be the best quality? As well as possibly 1 or 2 cameras as far away from the DVR as 500' or 600'. Now that is a possibility but probably not going to go that far away from the DVR. What is the best "cable/wire" for the best qaulity? If RG59 is not the best way to go, please instruct on how to use other cable/wire because I've only used RG59. Also, I am debating between a dahua DVR or a PELCO DVR5116-1000 off of ebay. Which is better, I am looking at a 16 channel system with 8 cameras right away. What, would be the best camera for under $100 dollars a piece. I have very good lighting if that helps.. Thanks to all who respond with suggestions in advance. Thanks

Ok, I will use the RG59 then, As far as cameras what do you suggest? I am looking at a true day/night camera, what is the best brand and if you have a particular camera you like could you suggest it? I am looking at under $100 a piece

What is going to give the best quality?

Looking at getting a Pelco DVR5116-1000 with Endura. Wondering if it is a good product and if anyone that has used would give any recommendations or to stay away from.

Would you recommend this over a dahua?

I have been looking around in forums and on ebay and have found a DVR and Cameras. I previously had a Q-see system and that was not working so I returned it. The DVR was not so bad but the cameras were S***! So I have returned the whole system. I still have all of my cables run but I am looking for a new DVR and Cameras. I have heard that Digimaster makes good DVR's and that CNB is the best as far as camera's. So I have found the following on Ebay: DIGIMASTER 16 Channel Networkable DVR (500GB HDD) [edit by mod-store link removed] And CNB IR Bullet Security Camera 600 TVL WCL-20S 1/3 CCD [edit by mod-store link removed] As far as what I want in a system; I would like to have cameras with atleast 50 or 60 ft of night vision if not more. And a good Standalone DVR. If you have had either of these items and would give me some advice or if you have some other product suggestions; the advice and guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks -Bmonaweck02

What Dahua model are you speaking of because I can only find one model and that model only supports 1 HDD. Nevermind Found Them!

I am looking for a 16 channel DVR, I would not be using all 16 currently, probably about 8 or 9 but would like to have room to expand down the road. I am a newbie to this kind of stuff. I can wire it, hook everything up, and run/control everything, but just don't know what is good and whats not. I would like something that has an alarm in and out feature. I would also like to have remote viewing and motion/sensor search. Thats about it for features that I have to have. I just don't want to buy something that has bad qaulity. I would like to stay around $500. The cheaper the better. I do not need the top of the line so to speak, but I would like to have something that is going to be dependable, and something that has good customer service. Thank you in advance to everyone that answers.

Does anyone have some suggestions for some cheaper DVR's around $500-$600 or less? Integral Technologies? Swann? Night Owl? Dahua? Hanbang? What is the best bang for the buck? I don't need the best of the best, just need something that is good qaulity.

Well I didn't mention that I have two 1 TB hard drive, brand new and unused sitting on my desk so I think that, I will be ok with hard drives for what I am trying to accomplish. I Do not need it to record every hour of the day, but just when it senses motion. How do you load the programing into the hard drive? I mean like if I bought a DVR with no hard drive how get the user interface? Is it preloaded or what?

I was looking at getting a 16 channel DVR with a good reputation without spending a ton of money. I searched through these forums and Dahua seems to have a good reputation and they are cheap. But, I do not like buying them through China because it takes so long to arrive here in the USA, as well as having a disliking for China. Does anyone know where I can buy Dahua DVR's in the USA? Or does anyone know of a good 16 channel DVR for under $500 in the USA? Thanks -Bmonaweck02

Ok so what I am getting from this is that it would be better to go with two bullet or dome cameras on a corner of a building instead of one auto tracking ptz camera? Better not just economically but also because our shop has a lot of birds. And I mean a lot; we are shooting them because there are so many of them. Thanks a lot the advice was well needed! Thanks -Bmonaweck

I have been looking at bullet cameras with 50 to 100 ft of night vision, but lately have been thinking of possibilities of cameras that auto zoom and rotate when it detects motion. I don't know very much about that kind of system or the expense of a system like that. I don't know if this requires a certain DVR or what. I don't know if this is going to be over my head. If you could give me some advice on how this type of system would work or if you have suggestions on cameras like this or dvr's that support that would be great. If you know anything about this, the advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks -Bmonaweck02