RORO 0 Posted March 28, 2008 hi guys, recently bought an AVerDiGi EB1304 NET. got it working fine over the web was actually suprised by the quality. Now I'm looking to install a microphone but from reading the dvr manual an external psu is required!! Has anyone installed a mic? can anyone recommend a product? and what is the quality like? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr.surveillance 0 Posted March 28, 2008 Audio if you are in the USA: From a sign posted in my store: SURREPTITIOUS AUDIO - Any person who intentionally manufactures, assembles, possesses or sells any electronic, mechanical or other device, knowingly or having reason to know that the design of such device renders it primarily useful for the purpose of the surreptitious interception of wire, oral or electronic communications IS IN VIOLATION OF TITLE 18 U.S. CODE ........ Some States it is legal if one party to the conversation/communication gives consent however some states (like here in California) all parties involved must give consent and posting that audio is being recorded does not imply consent. (Many government entities are exempt do to Homeland Security and various anti-terrorist laws) During the 90's and early 2000's the FEDS put many "spy shops" out of business. I always try to disclose what to my knowlege is legal or not. I do not sell audio devices to people that imply that audio devices will not be used in a lawful manner as it is illegal to do so. LEGAL USES: barking dogs, the neighbors kids loud car stereo and such. With video the only issue seems to be with "perceived privacy" IE: bathrooms, dressing rooms, bedrooms and the like, however under the same guise, A burgler that breaks into your home and has rampant sex with someone in front of your camera may not have the same "perceived privacy" protection do to not having any legal right to be there and commiting a criminal act to be there. There are exceptions, but I am not a lawyer, if unsure of your particular applications please contact one. Yes an external power supply is needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RORO 0 Posted March 29, 2008 Thanks for the info but I reckon those laws don't apply where i am from. i hope to use it to listen in on my cattle calving!! Can you give me some example products that I can use? B.T.W living in Ireland Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr.surveillance 0 Posted March 29, 2008 Hello RORO from Ireland, Hopefully you won't be intruding on a cows private aural communication. I don't know the availability of these in Ireland but these work the best of what I've tried : model AA001 "audio pickup box" from intellicam, a very small inline pre-amplified to line level microphone that works on 12 volts. Why they call it a box I don't know. PDF spec sheet: http://www.intellicamusa.com/PDF/AA001.pdf I think this is more than adequate for your needs. I have experienced them picking up conversations in the room next to the one that has the mic. (same wall, other side) I hope this is what you are looking for... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Media 0 Posted April 8, 2008 Looking to a company call Louroe They make decent microphones for DVR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3RDIGLBL 0 Posted May 27, 2008 Mr. Surveillance, Along this same line. I have a potential customer who has a dog kennel and they would like to have an audio mic installed in their kennel which is 100' from their office. They do not care about recording only to view and monitor the kennel when opened for business. I am in the U.S. and where it is not being recorded I can not see where this is illegal but it sounds like you are knowledgeable in this area and you can provide some insight. At this time there is no desire for recording and we told them about the issue surrounding audio recording. But this as I mentioned is not being recorded only monitored during work hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted May 28, 2008 Louroe Electronics Products: http://www.louroe.com/products.asp All in one kit for one microphone: http://www.louroe.com/kits.asp?model=ask4kit101 This is simple to install. Using the recommended wire you can run it 1000 feet. Later down the road if you knick, or damage the wire you can fix it with just a twist of the wires, and a connecting device such as alarm beanies: http://www.cctvforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=12731 or wirenuts http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wire_nut Purchase local to you so that you have the right device for your electrical power requirments. USA 120 Volt 60 cycle. _____________________________________________________________ This is real good reading material!!! Interspousal Wiretapping in California http://erickregalado.wordpress.com/2008/05/21/interspousal-wiretapping-in-california/ _____________________________________________________________ Can we record?? Click on these links on the left at http://www.rcfp.org/taping/ Introduction State-by-state guide Tape-recording laws at a glance Consent and its limits Interstate phone calls Possession and publication The FCC’s role Cellular & cordless calls Citations to cases in articles I hope you enjoy the good reading! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gesualdo 0 Posted May 28, 2008 ets inc the sm1 weatherproof bullet mic is super sensitive in all directions, great sound SM1-WBM Weather Proof Bullet Microphone Electronic Technical Services Inc. 211 Conchas SE Albuquerque, NM 87123 PH 505-888-3923 FAX 505-888-3926 Website: www.etsnm.com Description The SM1-WBM microphone is a military grade, Weather proof , bullet-style microphone. This microphone contains an all new microprocessor based automatic level control system. The system expands dynamic range without sacrificing sensitivity. Applications • Military Vehicles • Extreme temperature and other harsh environments. • Buildings Includes • SM1-WBM microphone • Swivel mount • Military grade terminating connector. Warranty 1 year parts and labor. MADE IN USA SM1-WBM Features and Specifications • Omni-directional, enviro-sealed, electret condenser element • .5†Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted May 28, 2008 (edited) Someone who know their equipment!! Nice!! http://www.etsnm.com/pdfs/SM1-WBM.pdf http://www.etsnm.com/ Edited May 28, 2008 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gesualdo 0 Posted May 28, 2008 and no more $$ than the others. added a piece of plain old foam mic windscreen in it to cut the high wind whistle and WOW. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
