Novice - Need advice

[lamboworld 0]

I am looking to setup a 4 to 6 camera system on my home and I need some help with picking the right components.

 

1. I would like to record to my external hard drive on my computer but not a must

2. Color cameras with night vision. The cameras will be mounted underneath the eave on my second story home. So I need cameras that will be clear at least up to 100ft.

3. I would like to access the video footage from the internet.

4. All cameras will be outdoors so I need cameras that are not sensitive to weather.

5. Not worried about installing vandal proof cameras.

 

 

I really have no idea about where to start so I am looking for some guidance about what cameras to use and other components that I should consider when setting up a proper system.

 

I have been looking at REVO systems because of their ease of installation but I am sure that this is the best way to go.

[dahomes555 0]

What's your budget?

[shockwave199 0]

Most times when I put forth the effort to try and help someone new, the 'someone new' disappears. Rather than waste my effort and breath yet again, have a look at this thread, some food for thought-

 

viewtopic.php?f=54&t=28576

[lamboworld 0]

I would like to keep the system below $1,500

 

Thanks for the link. Looks like you have a lot of good information that I can review.

 

What are the big advantage of using POE vs using a power wire?

 

I would like to piece together a system that is easy to install, use and produces good quality images in day and night. There are so many different choices that I am completely lost about what to buy. I don't really want to buy an off the shelf system becuase I believe that I can get more for my money by piecing together a proper system.

 

Thanks for any advice you can give.

 

The home that I am trying to secure is 3200 sq/ft. About 1600 on the lower level and 1600 on the upper level. My home is all brick so I imagine that they camers will have to be mounted under the eave.

 

I have a front door, back door and detached garage that I would like to keep an eye on.

[lamboworld 0]

How do these components look? What am I missing?

 

Qvis Apollo HD 16 Channel

 

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VideoSecu Day Night Outdoor Wide Dynamic Range WDR Security Camera 700TVL Infrared 1/3" Sony Effio CCD DSP 9-22mm Zoom Focus Lens for CCTV DVR Home Surveillance System, Including 2000ma Power Supply, Security Camera Bracket and Free Warning Sticker WE4 - VideoSecu

[coreyman 0]

I would like to keep the system below $1,500

 

Thanks for the link. Looks like you have a lot of good information that I can review.

 

What are the big advantage of using POE vs using a power wire?

 

I would like to piece together a system that is easy to install, use and produces good quality images in day and night. There are so many different choices that I am completely lost about what to buy. I don't really want to buy an off the shelf system becuase I believe that I can get more for my money by piecing together a proper system.

 

Thanks for any advice you can give.

 

The home that I am trying to secure is 3200 sq/ft. About 1600 on the lower level and 1600 on the upper level. My home is all brick so I imagine that they camers will have to be mounted under the eave.

 

I have a front door, back door and detached garage that I would like to keep an eye on.

 

With a $1500 budget you are not going to get top of the line images, you are going to have to sacrifice some quality.

 

You don't HAVE to mount under the eave, you can drill in the brick and put anchors.

[dolladave 0]

I would like to keep the system below $1,500

 

Thanks for the link. Looks like you have a lot of good information that I can review.

 

What are the big advantage of using POE vs using a power wire?

 

I would like to piece together a system that is easy to install, use and produces good quality images in day and night. There are so many different choices that I am completely lost about what to buy. I don't really want to buy an off the shelf system becuase I believe that I can get more for my money by piecing together a proper system.

 

Thanks for any advice you can give.

 

The home that I am trying to secure is 3200 sq/ft. About 1600 on the lower level and 1600 on the upper level. My home is all brick so I imagine that they camers will have to be mounted under the eave.

 

I have a front door, back door and detached garage that I would like to keep an eye on.

 

 

 

Your going in the right direction. Generally speaking, your box shelf systems contain cheap components from the DVR to the cabling and everything in between. I've never used the Qvis Apollo, but others here will swear by it for an affordable DVR. I'm currently doing an IP system, but if I were to be in the market for a new cost effective Analog DVR, that would be the unit I would get.

 

Two things to keep in mind that should get you started. First: Don't skimp on the cables, you'll regret it down the road. I don't know where you'd planned on getting yours from, but make certain it specifies RG59, solid copper core with 95% copper braid shielding. If it doesn't say that, they're selling you some junk that's subpar. Been there and done that. Second: Anytime I make a recommendation to someone starting an install that can't buy all the equipment upfront... Buy your self two decent domes, one for the front door and one for the back. Thieves may break in through a window... but your items always come out a door.

 

Those are just my thoughts and I hope it helped you.

 

David