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There are cloud based DVR for CCTV. Years ago I had used one called mangocam.com For mobile video you could consider wiring to 12v / 13.8v so you can run off your vehicle.

I am looking at the camera model DS-2CV2041G2-IDW and the variants (which look identical with subtle model differences I guess) and have been advised that it is required to install proprietary software (an exe software application) on a Windows computer to even program aka configure this camera. This is a deal breaker for a number of reasons but mostly our linux workstations won't run well exe applications written for microsoft. Also, dubious executable from China... need I say more? Is _anyone_ here using an IP network camera (outdoor model) that can be programmed by simply going to a default IP via web browser such as Chrome or Firefox? - or - Has anyone used this particular camera and can advise if there is a way to program and configure it via the web browser? I don't think a lot of these eBay sellers know what they are talking about when I try to ask them. I would rather get feedback here.

A lot of these low cost cameras being sold by popular outlets have a bunch of crap I am not wanting in a camera. I dont want nor need audio, intercom, sdcard or anything like that. I used to be able to find basic IP cameras that provided video I could view remote, manage / setup the camera from a computer web browser, and use zoneminder to record. I run zoneminder on Linux. 10 years later the cameras I used to use are gone from the market, and the stuff now seems like it is full of bells and whistles that are not necessary for basic video surveillance. I basically need to monitor the parking lot of some rental properties I own, apartments. Audio is not wanted. sdcard option not wanted. PTZ not necessary. Proprietary software required not wanted. I feel lost. Amazon seems to have 1000 different names and shapes for the same crappy camera. I am frustrated and sure would appreciate being pointed in the right direction. Did the market really change this much?

I find sources that say the Reolink RLC-510A can be programmed from a web browser like Chrome and I find other sources that say it is required to install proprietary software on your PC or use an "App" to program the RLC-510A. Does anyone use this camera and know if it can be programmed and managed via a web browser? I will not install proprietary software and do not use Microsoft. Kind regards.

Distance to the wifi access point will be within the range. Security, as in, if someone is able to hack the stream and view the video feed, doesn't matter, it would be pretty boring viewing. I am interested in monitoring the parking lots of some apartments I own for security. Also, maybe the lobby(s). Electricity is not a problem but trying to cable coax or Ethernet to each camera would be a challenge. If they can rstp stream to zoneminder central computer at my office is ideal. By the way, I appreciate you reading and responding. I have an older camera (10 yrs) that can be accessed with Firefox, programmed, and viewed. It was nice. Long out of production now. It was not wifi but wired Ethernet although the company, back then, had a wifi version too.

Join over a year ago. Never had a response to anything. Not a lot of activity. Are there any more lively cctv related forums out there?

I've been out of the loop for some years now on CCTV technology. I currently manage a number of rental properties. I want to get a DVR unit to install in the office at my 10 unit apartment complex. 8 camera support for the DVR is plenty. I'm going to list the features / requirements that I am looking for in a DVR appliance (please don't recommend I build a DVR with a computer) below and then see if anyone can recommend a unit that meets most of these. I've found it difficult to find a CCTV sales agent that is able to answer my questions. Amazon has been hopeless for finding quality information. Here's what I am looking for in a DVR: Standard BNC analog connectors new 1080P, 3MP(12.5fps), 4MP(12.5fps), 5MP(12.5fps) CCTV Security Cameras and Compatible with all 1080P, 960P, 720P, TVI, AHD, CVI and Traditional Analog Cameras. What video format does it record in? (many new units are H.265 which is good) H.264, H.265 is an open compressed format required. Selective footage delete capability (can delete specific amounts of video without deleting all of the video) Can it record sequential JPEG/image stills and video? (not a requirement) Can it record video at at least Half D1 (NTSC)? Can the video be accessed via network share and easily played back on a PC? For the TCP/IP setup, can it be assigned a static network IP address of my choice? (requirement) Does it support getting an address via DHCP? Will it accept a standard 3.5" PC SATA hard drive? Is there full control via remote access from a PC so it can be ran headless? USB Port to copy files or backup video footage to a thumb/flash drive? Is the motion detection sensitivity adjustable? When motion detect is active, the unit is recording, can it also be accessed remote with full functionality? (Simplex/Duplex/Triplex) If the remote interface is web browser accessible, is it Firefox compatible for viewing on Macintosh and Linux desktops? (many require MSIE specific plugins which is unacceptable) (requirement) Does not require subscription based cloud storage (avoid subscription based) Can be accessed directly via IP address or port map for remote access (the traditional means of mapping via the router) Can anyone recommend a good DVR for under $300 US that seems to fit what I am interested in? Also, Id like to know recommendations on vendors / supplies / stores. Kind regards.

My knowledge is outdated. I once sold and worked with CCTV equipment in the early years of digital and PC based equipment, early PCI capture cards, and software such as zoneminder on Linux. In 2021 I am not current on what is going on and trying to catch up on my knowledge. I need to setup CCTV for rental properties I now manage. Some requirements I expect from a CCTV DVR: Standard BNC analog connectors new 1080P, 3MP(12.5fps), 4MP(12.5fps), 5MP(12.5fps) CCTV Security Cameras and Compatible with all 1080P, 960P, 720P, TVI, AHD, CVI and Traditional Analog Cameras. What video format does it record in? (many new units are H.265 which is good) Selective footage delete capability (can delete specific amounts of video without deleting all of the video) Can it record sequential JPEG/image stills and video? Can it record video at at least Half D1 (NTSC)? Can the video be accessed via network share and easily played back on a PC? For the TCP/IP setup, can it be assigned a static network IP address of my choice? Does it support getting an address via DHCP? Will it accept a standard 3.5" PC SATA hard drive? Is there full control via remote access from a PC so it can be ran headless? USB Port to copy files or backup video footage to a thumb/flash drive? Is the motion detection sensitivity adjustable? When motion detect is active, the unit is recording, can it also be accessed remote with full functionality? (Simplex/Duplex/Triplex) If the remote interface is web browser accessible, is it Firefox compatible for viewing on Macintosh and Linux desktops? (many require MSIE specific plugins which is unacceptable) Does not require subscription based cloud storage (avoid subscription based) Can be accessed directly via IP address or port map for remote access (the traditional means of mapping via the router) Right now I need to locate a good DVR unit that meets my needs. I find it difficult to find vendors that disclose the information I request. I would prefer not to use a PC and I am now more interested in an appliance based solution, fanless is ideal. I have an I.T. background and knowledge in electronics. Greetings Everyone!