Gesualdo

you, sir, have a clue (and a very large one at that) of what you are talking about when security is involved. I defer to your knowledge in these matters. I will let the wife vouch for anything else, And no one else needs to know. TMI IMO

just a thought, but Has anyone checked on his licensing and certification records of this large experienced staff as he claims. Any documents/ Falsifing documents maybe? would be interesting to find out.

just don't assume it's d1 on all channels ...AT THE SAME TIME... in this case it supposably is. I do not have personal experience with it. but bad experienes with other DVRs

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Welcome back and congrats on the new space.

THanks scorpion. I was looking to post something like that but couldn't think of it quick.

It sounds like you need a door intercom system like this: http://www.etsnm.com/pdfs/mic-spkr.pdf if you have the camera in place separately, you might consider a door peephole camera. there are also door intercoms with video integrated but most use the phone system. Others here on the forum would be better at advising for this setup. Also search the forum discussions for it, I do remember some conversation about this on the forum earlier. Good Luck

no guesses or other specific camera suggestions?

also make sure the mic is outdoor rated. most are not. you would connect the mic to the audio input for the designated camera or audio in if only one channel of audio is possible. Depending on the dvr, where the settings are and how it is done. Usually In the dvr setup, you would select the camera you want to associate the audio with and turn audio on or assign it to that camera there.

Yes, the sensativity of the mic will determine how close it needs to be to the viewed area. Be warned that you willpick up a lot and I mean a lot of ambient sounds in most cases. Be sure to check with local municipality to determine legality of recorded sound with video also. Some areas have very strict regulations regarding audio often tighter than video.

Extreme cctv

It will mostly depend on your dvr. Does it have audio inputs? For the camera you want to pair it with? Do you have a separate mic? You will need one, and it will need to be independently amplified and powered. or were you thinking some other audio source, and editing it in after... bloopers laughtrack?

is the CB-SD3895N-L overkill for this spot? I like the reviews but think the ir will be too much. Any specific less expensive camera suggestions you can recommend. temp maybe perminent replacement for above site. Based on the information given in this thread, What do you think the guestimated repair for the EX40 should be? What is the warrantee period? I thought it was 5 yrs but the website says 2 yrs. I have had it just over 2 yrs and will probably wind up paying for it. Thanks

HELP!!! It has been several days and several attempts to solve the problem. I have adjusted the ir sensitivity control from one end of the adjuster to the other with no change. Took it down and bench tested ir and the dial doesn't change anything. the IR work but seems to stay the same no matter what I do and it's way to low for my small 8x12 cluttered workshop no matter what setting. I am now going to send it back for repair. I will then keep it as a spare. I really need a good suggestion for a bullet camera to replace it, with comparable specs if possible. less expensive prefered. To refresh everyones memory, I am going to be replacing an extreme EX40MNX day night camera. Spec page: http://www.extremecctv.com/pdf/productspecsheets/EX40N_TS_080101.pdf in this area: 8'wide x 20' long I am considering the Speco HEAT series Please help Thanks, Gesualdo

cheap? we're all cheap... I prefer freugal. and smart too, lets not waste money un-neccessarily. would that cheap plastic dumy camera be capable of handling an actual lens or would the rocks and duct tape be holding in a broken glasses lens?

That's why I like you. you're honest

OK I'LL try Again... If your buying I'll take a set.. and if I were rich I'd Buy you a set too..

If your buying... I'll take a set of each and the related supporting equiptment

Oh, and have the sm1 mic on the front door with cam 1 ex82 view.

Ex82 replaced this ex40 out in front of the property covering the stairs and cars and have another out back. yeah, this is all it has to look at. I wasn't worried too much about it until I just had word that some less than desirable neighbors are moving in next door and will be parking in the driveway that is picked up in the edge of camera view. That is the only reason for putting a camera on this side and over this entry gate. I have another ex40 covering the front entry for close ups and front yard view with the ex82.

should I stick with extreme and go with EX27, or go with speco ht-7715, or the eclipse ecl598him or some other camera? suggestions please

HELP!!! It has been several days and several attempts to sove the problem. I have adjusted the ir sensitivity control from one end of the adjuster to the other with no change. Took it down and bench tested ir and the dial doesn't change anything. the IR work but seems to stay the same no matter what I do and it's way to low for my small 8x12 cluttered workshop no matter what setting. I am now going to send it back for repair. I will then keep it as a spare. I really need a good suggestion for a bullet camera to replace it, with comparable specs if possible. less expensive prefered. To refresh everyones memory, I am going to be replacing an extreme EX40MNX day night camera. Spec page: http://www.extremecctv.com/pdf/productspecsheets/EX40N_TS_080101.pdf in this area: 8'wide x 20' long I am considering the Speco HEAT series Please help Thanks, Gesualdo

yeah All picture are from the same camera and your assessment of time was correct. The ir on the camera is visible (barely) on a cell phone camera. I am hoping to adjust the ir output (if possible). I hung a droplight with a 75 watt bulb out an attic window and it cleared up the image. shouldn't the IR from the 18 LED's be enough in this situation, if adjusted correctly?

old location view new view daytime new location changeover image gradually goes to this -full dark

ok that was the problem. Thank you once again