Joe11554

Newbie questions – I want to put 4 camera (2 inside & 2 outside) in my 2nd home in Florida. Due to broken pipe remediation project, most sheetrock has been removed and I have a 2-3 week window to install wiring. Two indoor camera will be in dark interior so I need illuminations (IR or Light). I would like to keep budget in $2500 -3000 range if possible. 1) Analogue/DVR are easy to set up but I understand picture quality is not very good. 2) IP Camera quality (mega-pixel) is good, but I do not know if I can set it up or do I have to get a professional. 3) Will not be in house for 3-4 months periods, so I cannot depend on on-site computer in Florida home, so: Can I use a NVR similar to a DVR? This would allow me to access the system remotely even though its self-contained in Florida home. Otherwise, I can set up computer in Northern home and dedicate it for Camera System in Florida. Will constant streaming create problems with internet providers? 4) For illumination would you go with IR analogue Camera or is low light IP Camera sufficient? 5) Product suggestions would be appreciated since I am on the fast track, at least for wiring. Thanks for any feedback. Joe11554

Thanks for the great reply. I am running CAT6 cable now since sheetrock goes up in a few weeks. Once wire is in, I will have a chance to research some more in order to decide on system. Is it fairly easy to set up a system once the wires are installed or do you need an IT engineer or installer? Hate to find myself with a pile of NVR/cameras and can not get system working with reliability? thanks for assistance and comments. Joe11554

I can not depend upon a computer at the Florida Home since it may be vacant 4 to 5 month at a time. I have the following questions: 1) If I used a computer in my NY home, then it will be constant streaming from Fl to NY. 2) Does an NVR function similar to a DVR, in that it would replace the computer in the Florida Home. Then if I am in NY and want to access the cameras, I simply go on line and access the address to see cameras. 3) I also see mention that an IP camera requires a license. What does this mean and how do you get it? 4) How do you get a fixed IP Address so you can access the NVR? Told you I was a newbie Your assistance is appreciated. Joe

Thanks for reply, running Cat 6 and Quad Coaxial to all areas where I think a Camera would be beneficial, so jack is available if I need it. Any suggestion on a system, NVR/Camera. If I go with IP Camera, 1.3-2 meg NVR system, can I set it up and running or is this job for a professional. .