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Hey, I'm looking for help with brands and camera types. Definitely looking at up cameras and possible a local installer. I can get the equipment myself if necessary. I don't mind getting an nvr as long as it's able to send notifications and text as well as email (still looking for an NVR or build an NVRas well). As for budget and location, I'm in the North Atlanta area and have $2000 to spend. So I want to get the best for the budget (I can purchase during Labor Day of itll save me some).

Hello everyone! Been reading a lot of posts and topics and thought I'd finally register so that maybe I can get some help! I'm trying to put a system together, about 8 max cameras outdoor to get a full 360 view. Also trying to decide between putting an nvr together or purchasing one. For cameras I'm looking for at least 1080resolution and to be able to make out license plates on at least 2 cameras. Also decent night vision for facial recognition. Leaning towards IP and 4-5MP cameras (seen a set that are varifocal as well). Now I am not sure if I should purchase seperatly or purchase the cameras in a box set (costco like). For the NVR, I do want it to record and be able to view the system (from a local computer and mobile). I would also like to have it send notifications via app/sms as well as the standard of email. I'm thinking that building one would be better for the features I'm looking for and would like help in designing the system (low power consumption but powerful enough for the cameras). Any help would be appreciated and if anything sounds odd or you have a question, let me know! I'm looking to get the system within a month or so (will have the house by mid-September). Thanks!