jigs

Many thanks for the info on the regs, didnt release this was the case. The good news is the there are going to be cameras two from two back but all are 10 metres apart. Should I just have the cables run into the study?Just means a lot of cable which will not look nice

Hi All, Im hoping to have 6 Cameras installed on the outside of a residential property. The cameras will be placed under the eaves of the fron and back roofs with all the wiring(power and rg59) being run in the loft. There is a study on the first floor which wwill have the monitor and DVR. The cablining can be run down from the loft to the study. The problem is I dont want it to be noisey (from the DVR) but at the same time I wish to have control of the cameras from the study. What is the best solution for this scenario? If I kept the DVR in the loft and run one cable down for the monitor what is the best way of controlling the DVR without being able to physically get to it? All help, advice and ideas are appreciated. Thanks in advance... Jig:)

Want to have the ability to change cameras and also playback any footage (by control I dont want to zoom or pan the cameras as this is not possible) Which DVR's do you recommend that use this client software?How does it allow control and playback? I want to network the DVR also as I currently have wireless broadband.

Hi, I have a Dedicated Micros Digital Sprite DX16C Multiplexer, I have it setup with three internal and two external housed cameras. I do not have a manual but trying I need to adjust the picture, how can I select the highest picture quality? Currently the picture is 'whitened' and quality is poor . (I have checked each camera seperately and the pictures from each camera is fine). How do I do this? Cant find the option on the menu All help and advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks

The external cameras are not IR but day/night samsung 520p's and the internal ones are high res colour domes. I have tested the cameras by plugging straight into the back of the tv via bnc and the picture quality is ok and have confirmed it is not the cables or the cameras. The picture does look 'washed out' its like a whiter picture like there is too much light and therefore not providing a clear colourful picture(sorry if this is not clear )

Hi All, I was after a 520P but my order was confused and I recieved a B2391. Which is the better camera? I will be housing them in external housings and cant find much in terms of reviews for either? All help and suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks Jig

Rory, Im open to alternatives but they need to be the equivalent (if not better ) then the 520P within about the same price range? Jig

Ok, so its basically spec(the GVI) vs Quality(Techwin), guys which one should i go for in light of ALL the above information? Thanks for your patience. Jig

Even more confused now!!Thye camera I have been given is the following one: http://www.samsung.com/Products/Cameras/DayNightColorCamera/Cameras_DayNightColorCamera_SCC_B2391P.asp Its listed on the samsung website, so is it a true samsung camera or a GVI?Still none the wiser Im tempted to keep this but undsure have the option of sending back and getting the 520P

Hi Guys, thanks for the prompt replies. The camera looks exactly like the pic above at the back. It has the IR switch and all other inputs the same. Its a proper samsung branded camera but not sure what you mean by GVI?

Not sure what that means either? Also, who is better Samsung/Techwin or just samsung? Which one would you go for?

Does anyone know if the 2931 is a 'true' day night, this is an important factor as it may sway the decision depsite the specifications? Which one would you choose? (Have the option of returning the 2931 and ordering the 520p)

I wish to buy a satndalone 8 channel dvr that will meet the following requirements and be under $1000(£600) (excluding HD costs) Good frames per minute Must be at a minimum triplex (avtech dvr is a pentaplex) Be able to back up onto cd/dvd-r And most importantly be able to be networkable - ie I want to be able to view from anywhere by being able to log onto a website(without instlling any software on the computer used). Which one does everyone recommend???

Hi All, New to the site so please go easy! I am currently trying to draw up a list of kit required for two jobs. I have an a qualified engineer to do the work but has left it to me to choose and purchase what I want/need: Requirements: Office - Located on a corner location but has some lighting from the street lights. Needs to have visible cameras outside which can each cover 15 metres to cover each door. Two cameras inside but these need to be more covert (which will be used predominantly during the day - no night security needed inside) Home - Need four cameras preferable not large and bodied prison style cameras!Need to be more discreet but semi visible. two overlooking the front drive away, under the eaves(ie placed just under the roofline) -fitted on each corner (one wide angle to cover the drive and the other narrow). Two overlooking the rear garden, under the eaves -fitted on each corner (one wide angle to cover the whole garden and the other to look on to the lengh of the house at the rear). Placing one more camera facing the door area at just below 1st floor height(under an eave facing down) For both - Should be able to record onto a standalone dvr, view the recordings over the internet and also be able to watch through a number of TVs present. Specification - I have come up with but not sure... Office: 1. 2xSDN-520P FX KIT SAMSUNG SDN-520P DAY/NIGHT CAMERA WITH 3-8mm DD ASPHERICAL LENS INSIDE TPH-1000-12V EXTERNAL HOUSING 2. 2x Colour Domes High Resolution Colour Sony CCD 520TV Lines 1Lux Varifocal 4-9mm 3. 4 Channel 160GB DVR with Network/Motion/CDRW/VGA Output 4. Power Supply Dantech Specification - I have come up with but not sure... House: 5a. 4x CC70 W/proof IR Colour Bullet 3" High resolution EXVIEW HAD CCD Sony High resolution 500TVL (see here http://www.rfconcepts.co.uk/colour_sony_ir.htm ) OR 5b. 4x Colour W/proff IR Bullet SONY 1/3 CCD 480tv 42LED Infra-red ( http://www.marketworks.com/storefrontprofiles/DeluxeSFItemDetail.aspx?sfid=100851&c=78626&i=113605616 ) 6. Colour IR Dome 420 Sony CCD 7. 8 Channel 160GB DVR with Network/Motion/CDRW/VGA Output 8. Power Supply Dantech For both Locations: 9. Cables - RG59 75 ohms x 100m 10. Cables - 8 core Alarm cable (for 12V) x100m 11. Connectors - BNC x50 12. RF Modulator 13. Trunking 14. Mains Cable Advice needed on all aspects and... a) Are my choices ok for the requirements? Im on a tight budget but want the best value for money and quality so med priced kit. b)What types of power supplies are suitable?what type of dantech? c) The two dvr's (4ch and 8 ch) which one? Where from? d) Which are better 5a or 5b??? Am slightly concrned about spiders too from everything I read! e)What are the alternatives for 5? (around £150) f)Any suggestions for 6? (around £90) Needs to be 10 metres coverage with IR. g) What types of lenses do I need to for the cameras above? Thanks in advance for all the help and advice,(apologies for the long winded post!) Jig:)

Thanks Rory, I just carried away and wanted to make sure I provide as much info as possible! If you can have a look when you are free that will be great! Thanks Jig

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