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This I think would be the best way to do this, I don't know much about modulators, I have heard of it, I never have checked into it. How about this modulator? http://stuff.led-guy.com/Mod.pdf My 4 cameras should go to a video sequencer first, then from there to the video modulator

I thought RG6 was good stuff, what is the best?

I have set it up so I can watch cameras with a monitor. My question is with RG6 cables from each camera how can I view it on my big screen plasma and other LCD Tv screens throughout the house , I have 4 cameras that are hooked up to an Axis 241Q server I want to be able to go to any TV and see cameras. I don't know the best way to do this, how are they hooked up?

Thanks,,,,,,heres one that sees at night, here are the specs. http://www.123securityproducts.com/scc-b9374.html A BIG THANKS Tim

I don't know a lot about security cameras, I think this is a good buy and a good camera. Could someone give me their opinion? Samsung Security SID-370 37x Day/Night Dome Camera http://www.123securityproducts.com/sid-370.html

Thats it!!!!!!!! Thanks Tim

I want to run one cable,it should have the wires for power and coax a cable all in one, Do they make a multily wire cable? It would be nice if it included a cat6 too

I finally got around to starting on this project, with Exacq software, I'm going to download the Exacq demo software and play with it for awhile. I'm going to use a small desktop computer, it only uses 20 watts of power verus 285 watts for my other standard desktop. This means running the computer 24 hours a day and it cost only $1.29 per month instead of $18.45 per month per month for the standard computer, this is a big savings going with a smaller computer on your electric bill. My cost is .09 cents per kilowatt. Has anyone here tried using a mini computer with the Exacq software? Asus EB1012P 1.66GHz Intel Atom PC http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883220049 I hope you allow this link, it shows what the mini computer is all about I'm going to be upgrading RAM to 4gb for sure and maybe an upgrade to a 7200 RPM hard drive, instead of the 5400 RPM that comes with it. Intel Atom D510 Dual Core Processor (1.66GHz) 2GB DDR2 RAM - 250GB Hard Drive (5400 RPM) Next-Generation NVIDIA ION(GT218-ION) Graphics with 512MB dedicated VRAM HDMI Output - VGA - eSata - 2 USB 3.0 ports, 4 USB 2.0 ports; 10/100/1000 LAN; 802.11 bgn Wireless Keyboard and Mouse - Energy Star and EPEAT; Windows 7 Below are the requirements for running the Exacq software from their web site

Western Digital makes the Enterprize hard drives, its not a NVR, neither is the Asus eb1012p Some how this post is getting twisted about the word Enterprize, read below about hard drives

see below

Which 2.5" drives are suitable for the demands of NVR recording? Any preference for vendor? Asus? Zotac? Others? Best, Christopher Western Digital Enterprise hard drive, comes highly recommended

I got the Asus eb1012p computer today, I must say the Windows7 Pro. 64bit runs faster than anything I have used before. I'm waiting on a HDMI cable and a DVI cable, so far I'm pleased with the Asus unit, but the real test will come when I start using the Exacq software on it.

The Enterprise NVR is built on best-in-class components that provide the flexibility and ... mirrored 2.5" operating and application drives for high availability. ... ensure 100% recording and smooth playback even with multiple client connections. ... and is tested to sustain the rigorous demands of a video system. ...

I have the Exacq app on my iPhone right now ready to try it out when I get my Asus dual core Atom up and running. The app for the iPhone was free I'm looking forward to using it. I think its will be cool to see my cameras on my phone at anytime

When was the last time you were in a HP? They are no different than any other PC these days. Not defending HP just trying to keep facts straight. oop's, I'm thinking of Dell

This is helpful information, thank you I have some of the facts straight, but not all, that's why I'm here on this forum, to learn from someone that has been there and done that

To thewireguys, you got mail Intel Atom D510 Dual Core Processor (1.66GHz) OR they also have a (1.8 GHZ) Processor You just can't beat $1.29 per month, being a little slow, will be worth it the waiting

I have been told, if you run 4gb ram and a 7200 RPM hard drive things will improve greatly. Windows 7 is a ram hog, more than XP Here is a big list of Desktop Computers ranked by annual running cost http://www.sust-it.net/energy_saving.php?id=20#nogo I don't like HP, because everything is proprietary, you can't work on them, you have to use their parts, ram,hard drive, etc.

This is a NVR, software in an ASUS computer

My big desktop uses 285watts just sitting there, most big desktops do use this much power. Its has 3 case fans, AMD 4000+ 550watt power supply, 512mb video card without a fan on it, this is not a gamer type computer. I got this 285watt figure from my Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Its telling me this it what I'm using thru the software that comes with it. It says I'm using 285 watts, I do have a router plugged into the UPS also, but its a small unit, 12 watts max, 12vdc power supply 1 amp power equal to 12 watts max for that. They say the mini is said to use 90% less power, in my case this is true, maybe a little more. My OS will be Windows 7 A 500 gig hard drive with the mini, I think is the biggest I can go with this internally for this model. So, I could use a 2TB or 3 TB external thru USB port. Your right, The Enterprise hard drive comes highly recommended for many hours of use. I will be using only 4 cameras max running thru an Axis 241Q It will be interesting to see how this all plays out, power being used is a big factor with me, how much power do most DVR's use? or a NVR unit? What is the monthly cost to have them running 24 hrs per day for one month?

I finally got around to starting on this project, with Exacq software, I'm going to download the Exacq demo software and play with it for awhile. I'm going to use a small desktop computer, it only uses 20 watts of power verus 285 watts for my other standard desktop. This means running the computer 24 hours a day and it cost only $1.29 per month instead of $18.45 per month per month for the standard computer, this is a big savings going with a smaller computer on your electric bill. My cost is .09 cents per kilowatt. Has anyone here tried using a mini computer with Exacq software? Asus EB1012P 1.66GHz Intel Atom PC http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883220049 I hope you allow this link, it shows what the mini computer is all about I'm going to be upgrading RAM to 4gb for sure and maybe upgrade to a 7200 RPM hard drive, instead of the 5400 RPM Intel Atom D510 Dual Core Processor (1.66GHz) 2GB DDR2 RAM - 250GB Hard Drive (5400 RPM) Next-Generation NVIDIA ION(GT218-ION) Graphics with 512MB dedicated VRAM HDMI Output - VGA - eSata - 2 USB 3.0 ports, 4 USB 2.0 ports; 10/100/1000 LAN; 802.11 bgn Wireless Keyboard and Mouse - Energy Star and EPEAT; Windows 7 Below are the requirements for running the Exacq software from their web site

Do you have a firewall?

I have 2 pelco dome cameras and 2 fixed, I'm wanting to record any movement in picture 24 hours per day. I have an extra dual core AMD using XP home computer that is not being used for anything. I also aready have an AXIS 241Q video server - that can accept 4 input camera channels, its now hooked to the internet to view and control 2 Pelco with PELCO PTZ dome cameras My question is, would it be best to use my PC for recording software or buy a DVR Someone told me about using Exacq VMS software, where I can buy one license and view all 4 cameras thru the Axis 241Q video server I have, then I will only need to buy one license to do this, is this correct? Am I on the right track here? I'm lost right now, I just need a little help Thanks, Tim