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  1. Equipment: I am running Qvis EYE-N35-V26http://www.securityhardwarestore.com/eye-n35-v2g-n-600tvl-next2040-28-11mm-36pc-ir-25-30m not from this vendor, but it is a working link, hooked up to an Dahua ESDV-ECONO-8 DVR. Install: Camera is 15 ft off ground, 9 ft above front porch, 2.5 ft right of front door, under eve. Front door has 2 60 watt equivalent LED bulbs on all night, and there is a street light accross street, ~60 ft, partially obstructed by tree. Problem: There is too much light to kick in IR night mode, there is not enough light for yard at street where I have to park my truck, about 40 ft from camera (plenty for front door) The image is VERY noisy. Question: Is there a single camera that would work for this solution? If not, what would be 2 recommended ones? (600TVL) I am not opposed to 2 cameras here, but one would be nice. I do have 4 channels left to work with on my DVR. Thanks for all the info from the past, Dave
  2. I have 2 cats I want to view. Im running an 8ch duaha with 2 600tvl eye serve color/ir outside. Relatively inexpensive options? Would prefer low profile domes probably 2. Thought--switch the outside cams for CNB DBM-24VF-W and put the older cams inside, but I'd be out $200+.
  3. Thanks for the suggestions. After looking through a BUNCH of threads, I went ahead and ordered 2 CNB DJL-20S to try out. I really wanted to stay away from wireless and the hard-wired PTZ too much $$ for cats! If the CNB DJL-20S work out, I may put one in each common room. Thanks, Dave
  4. 66Chev- thanks for the suggestion, I already have the DVR system and it can network for remote viewing. I am trying to stay away from IP cameras. I'm really looking for inexpensive, decent quality to add to my currently installed system Dave
  5. Clarification: I want cameras in my house so I can view what the cats are doing during the day while I am at work! Thanks, Dave
  6. I have been lurking and am getting the bug. I tried to search for my question, but that led to more questions... I like the looks, reviews, price and applications that have been discussed about the QVis Zeus. I would like to start with about 4 cameras but be able to expand-residential, single story-outside entry ways, boat and back yard (shed) then add inside to watch the cats later. I see that Dahua has PSS for Mac Lion. QUESTIONS: (1) Would I still need a PC for the initial setup to put the system on my network? (2) If yes, I can borrow a PC, but would I need access to one to keep it running? I.E. power goes out and I have to reboot DSL modem, router and DVR. (I have 4 Macs and really can't see getting another system) (3) I downloaded the PSS for Mac manual and it looks like I can get complete control of the system from my Mac, but again see question 1. Thanks in advance for any and all answers, Dave
  7. I am in the process of research and design. I am a DIY'er and am looking to start out with being able to see my property remotely while I am at work or on vacation and to see the bumps in the night. We have an alarm system and I am well armed At some point in the future, I would like inside camera(s) to check in on the cats and add a camera with vox at the front door. I live in suburban, 80+ year old house that is ~1980 sq.ft. The house is pier and beam, relatively rectangular with high pitched gable roof. Kind of a cross between a double shotgun house and an old cross shaped church -- gables on left and right with attic windows about 20+ feet from ground, long run from front to back with sloped roof at rear. My soffets are pretty high-I have 9ft ceilings and the house is 1 ft on piers in from to 3ft in the back. Roof is 10-12 pitch. I have motion lights on corners-constant low, motion triggers bright. I have about $500 to start with and have no problem taking time to piece it together. My thoughts are to start out with front door, side porch/driveway (boat parked there) side alley with door and backyard with shed. Thanks for reading through this. Equipment I am pretty set on getting: 1. QVis Zeus 8 channel from one of this sites contributors 2. Cat5 with baluns but where/who is a reasonable supplier-looking for inexpensive, not cheap. Equipment I would like opinions on: 1. 9 ch power supply from apexcctv (http://www.apexcctv.com/p-383-9-ch-12v-dc-power-supply-5-amp.aspx) If "no" please give suggestions in the $50-75 range. 2. Western Digital Caviar Blue HD either 500GB or 1TB 3. For alley and/or boat: 650 TVL Outdoor Night Vision Security Camera 3.6mm 4. For alley and/or boat: 650 TVL Outdoor Night Vision Eyeball Dome Security Camera 3.6mm 5. Front door? 5. For back yard (~40 ft to shed from corner of house, yard ~ 50 ft wide) I just don't know. My questions: 1. Is 1TB worth $30 to me (vs 500GB) or am I better spending that on other equipment like baluns? 2. I am in no hurry and am thinking of piecing it together as I get the funds. i.e. DVR, HD, PSU and 1-2 cameras first, add cameras as time and budget allow. Which area should I camera first? 3. I am thinking I need IP6 rated cameras so are the bullets listed below going to give me a fairly good picture? 4. Can the ethernet cable from DVR to router be standard run (<90m)? 5. I plan on mounting DVR and PSU in a closet and running CAT5e to router in another room and VGA to TV ~20ft away. Is this OK? Thanks again-Budget and my techno-geek side prevent me from hiring a professional!
  8. I have a static IP so if I have read everything correctly, I should be ok with a dahua-ish DVR and a Mac. I guess my next hurdle, besides the $$$, is picking 3-4 outside dome cameras that won't break the bank. AND Sincere thanks for the replies
  9. dca2

    Hello All

    Been lurking and learning. Thanks to all. I am starting to think about a simple system for my home. I know, that's what everyone thinks they want until the old-timers show us what we really "need!" Dave
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