Decent 8 channel DVR?

[doug25427 0]

I have been looking at the Ganz DR8HV-500 8 Channel Digimaster Value H.264 DVR, 500GB and it looks like a good upper middle of the road DVR. Anyone have a comments or alternative favorites?

I want to use in the tougher spots around my home the VCM-24VF Monalisa outdoor domes and then try to save a little money in the easier spots with lower grade cameras. Anyone have a comments or alternative favorites?

I have read enough on this forum to stay away from the big box store CCTV package deals and even some the online security equipment supply companies seem to be cutting corners on their bundles to meet a price point.

In my mind picking each component is better than a bundle but it isn't an easy thing to do for someone not in the business.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Doug

[SectorSecurity 0]

I have used the Ganz DVR's in the past, they are not the best but they are good if you are on a budget and looking for a lot of channels for a low cost. I would say check out Digimerge, they have a great line of DVR's.

 

I do have to agree, pick each component when you get a bundle you become limited by what came in the bundle, this is the problem I see when someone calls me to install a system they already bought at a big box store, they are disappointed to find out all the cameras are the same and usually limited in there ability and usually end up buying new cameras.

 

If you have the money I would say go the IP camera route, you could use a computer as the NVR.