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We cant post links here but you can google Brickcom CB-100Ae-08. Under $200 and it has illumination. This is not true IR by the way.

Just to add to this, OP is asking if there is a CMS software that will allow him to view all his recorders on one interface. I think Soundly was being sarcastic(maybe not) suggesting OP use Internet Explorer as a CMS by having multiple windows open at once. The manufacturer of your recorder should be able to answer this. I start with the person who sold it to you and go back from there. Sometimes you can find labels on the recorders with contact information. Otherwise, you can try googling Open Source CCTV CMS Software or something of that nature. Check Sourceforge too.

Does anyone have experience using IP65 rated enclosures outside? Have you had any problems with water/rust?

Ferrino, Your budget is a little low for a recorder of that quality unless you're ok with minimal support and looks/quality(some people just need basics). For $300 you can get a full fram-erate recorder with a $500GB hard drive from a company called Unitek that offers smartphone compatibility and us based support. Product is still Chinese but much better than the eBay recorders you mentioned. PS - They also offer a unit without a hard drive(slightly cheaper) for what you're trying to do. And aren't the only ones but for the price you're expecting.

These are not related - nvm they are related in a way. Day/Night can mean the camera has the ability to see infrared light(some do not). It can also mean mean the camera just has a low lux level(performs well in dark environments without infrared light) depending on the manufacturer. Color = Color Mono = Black and White(some cameras go into black and white mode when IR is turned on). Day= Day Camera(best for day time use). Night = Night camera with good performance in dark environments(some cameras can be both good day and night cameras).

*Depending on the camera manufacture* Sector - This term is used to define an area the recorder is asked to ignore by an administrator. For example, when a ptz is rotating inside a clothes store, you can avoid recording the changing rooms by defining a sector and choosing to ignore it. Preset - Goes from location 1 to location 2 then 3 and so on(defined by the user). If for example you have a ptz at your business and you want it to go from the employee entrance, to the loading dock, to the customer entrance, you can use presets to define each of these location. Patrol - Preset to preset over and over. These may be unrelated depending on the camera mfr and software.

Congrats! what kind of camera are you using to record it? Its low quality resolution but the image stabilization is impressive.

Have you tried contacting the mfr for support? I googled the name and found an email address and phone number. They also have spec sheets and operations manuals on their site. Where are you stuck?

It lets you create limits or "rules" on the camera pan tilt and zoom functions to avoid focusing on objects which are closer than others. This feature is mainly used with Auto Focus cameras. If you are recording over a cash register towards a door in a convenience store and dont want the camera to focus on the register/employee in front of the camera and instead focus on customers who walk in the door, you would use near focus limit to ignore whats in front of it and focus on whats further away.

For $50 it may be worth it just to test it. The only thing I dont like is the fixed focal lens.

At that resolution, its important to have a good source of light even with a lox lux level. If its hit or miss with the light like the moon, it may be better to add illumination or a flood light like you mentioned. Have you considered adding an external illuminator for the camera? Some vivotek cams have an optional ir illuminator.

Whats the policy on putting my company's name in my signature? Is it necessary to be part of the reseller group and if so, how can I become a member?

For the price of an encoder you can purchase a decent 1MP camera(under $200). Depends how much you want to spend. Analog signals are usually more consistent though.

You have a few options. A DVR for analog cameras or an NVR for network cameras. If DVR then you can go pc based, usb dvr, or standalone dvr and most come in 4ch min. Ive seen some cheap 1ch USB dvrs and other may exist which allow more channels. If NVR, you can just buy some IP cameras which come with free software and turn your computer into an NVR. Vivotek, Geovision, Mobotix, just to name a few come with free software. You can even use webcams but most dont have auto features to help with sun coming up and going down so settings would have to be constantly changed. PS - Those that come with free software are professional brands and can cost more. Other brands may be available at more affordable prices. I got a little 1MP cube camera but bad night performance. IR is best for dark environments.

Are you saying the DVR has a an encoder and wireless chip that can connect to wireless networks or a dvr that wirelessly transmits an analog signal? Do you have a model number?