Will this setup work?

[DLTV 0]

Im planning on putting up 1 camera in the woods as a live wildlife cam but not sure if my plan will work. Im looking at this camera http://www.123-cctv.com/720p-outdoor-security-camera-night-vision-varifocal-lens.html and I would like to hook it up to this wire http://www.amazon.com/Siamese-Combo-Coaxial-Cable-White/dp/B00EO8U1W6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418077749&sr=8-2&keywords=siamese+wire It will then run 700 feet to my TV and hopefully I will be able to hook it up to my TV. Will it work? is there something Im missing?

 

Thanks,

[DLTV 0]

Also if you know of any better cameras for around the same price please do share.

[Don Stephens 0]

You won't be able to hook this camera up to your TV directly. It's an HDCVI camera, and as far as I know, the only thing that's going to be compatible to get it on your TV is a HDCVI DVR.

 

This is what you'd need from their site: http://goo.gl/InrCFe

 

I'm pretty familiar with that camera; it's very decent for the money. Any other suggestions I can give you will just be more expensive and not really offer you anything more for your money. I'm also pretty familiar with 123CCTV as they're almost right around the corner from us. As much as I'd like to trash the competition, I know a few of them personally and they know what they're doing.

 

The cable you selected isn't ideal as it's copper clad and not solid copper, but you'll still get a picture; it just might be slightly degraded. Buying solid copper cable would eliminate the possibility of that.

 

Also, 700 feet for video will be just fine for that camera, but you're going to need to find power within 300 feet.

[DLTV 0]

Hmmm so guessing it also wouldn't work for a PC. Also you saying I wont be able to get power 700 feet? not really sure if I know why?

[DLTV 0]

Ok, from what I can tell this camera should work for a TV, right? http://www.123-cctv.com/cctv-cameras/600-TV-Line-Vandal-Proof-Dome-Camera-Weather-Proof.html Still don't know why I wont be able to get power 700 feet but if I have a solid copper wire will that help?

Thanks,

[Hugeeye 0]

Hi my friend.

 

First, you want to install a camera in the woods.

Second, the distance is 700 feet.

 

So, in my opinion.

The camera in the woods must be outside, so the camera should be waterproof. While the camera you chosen is not. Please choose another model and should be waterproof, or the camera life span will very short.

 

The distance is not so long, I think the coaxial cable will be work. Normally, the coaxial cable can transmitter 985 feet -1640 feet. But the power supply is a question, should think about this and protect it.

 

May this can help you!

[Don Stephens 0]

Ok, from what I can tell this camera should work for a TV, right? http://www.123-cctv.com/cctv-cameras/600-TV-Line-Vandal-Proof-Dome-Camera-Weather-Proof.html Still don't know why I wont be able to get power 700 feet but if I have a solid copper wire will that help?

Thanks,

 

You cannot directly connect any camera to a television's antenna/cable port. Period. You're always going to need an additional piece of hardware.

 

I don't know how to explain why you can't run 12V DC 700 feet. You just can't...because science. It's commonly accepted, so I don't know why you're under the impression that you can.

 

You can consider running 24V AC with a down converter. That may get you the distance you need, but I would ask them before you try it.

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[Don Stephens 0]

So, in my opinion.

The camera in the woods must be outside, so the camera should be waterproof. While the camera you chosen is not. Please choose another model and should be waterproof, or the camera life span will very short.

 

Incorrect. The camera is rated IP66. Here's what that means: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IP_Code

[DLTV 0]

Ok, from what I can tell this camera should work for a TV, right? http://www.123-cctv.com/cctv-cameras/600-TV-Line-Vandal-Proof-Dome-Camera-Weather-Proof.html Still don't know why I wont be able to get power 700 feet but if I have a solid copper wire will that help?

Thanks,

 

You cannot directly connect any camera to a television's antenna/cable port. Period. You're always going to need an additional piece of hardware.

 

I don't know how to explain why you can't run 12V DC 700 feet. You just can't...because science. It's commonly accepted, so I don't know why you're under the impression that you can.

 

You can consider running 24V AC with a down converter. That may get you the distance you need, but I would ask them before you try it.

 

If im correct I should be able to put a bnc connector on it and eventually onto the TV

[Don Stephens 0]

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If im correct I should be able to put a bnc connector on it and eventually onto the TV

 

 

This isn't just about connector compatibility. You're trying to mix two completely different signal types.

 

But hey, if you think I'm lying, knock yourself out.

[DLTV 0]

I believe you, im sure you know a lot more about this stuff then I do.

 

So there is no way to just connect that camera up to TV or PC. What about one of these? http://www.amazon.com/Aqua-AV700-Fish-Camera-With/dp/B0043B42H4 I have several of them laying around some in color and some not.

[Hugeeye 0]

So, in my opinion.

The camera in the woods must be outside, so the camera should be waterproof. While the camera you chosen is not. Please choose another model and should be waterproof, or the camera life span will very short.

 

Incorrect. The camera is rated IP66. Here's what that means: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IP_Code

 

 

Just a suggestion. I know the IP66. It depands on yourself.

While, waterproof bullet camera will be better than the one you choose. Dome camera is not so good at waterproof, even it is rated IP66.

[DLTV 0]

So will all DVRs run the same cameras?? Because im thinking about buying this http://www.ebay.com/itm/4CH-4Channel-DVR-600TVL-Outdoor-Home-CCTV-Surveillance-Security-Camera-System-/111372226482?pt=US_Security_Cameras&hash=item19ee4d4fb2 And then buy a better camera to use with it? Or would this one be better http://www.amazon.com/ANRAN-Channels-Detection-Surveillance-Security/dp/B00JUPFVQE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418238475&sr=8-1&keywords=system+dvr

[Hugeeye 0]

So will all DVRs run the same cameras?? Because im thinking about buying this http://www.ebay.com/itm/4CH-4Channel-DVR-600TVL-Outdoor-Home-CCTV-Surveillance-Security-Camera-System-/111372226482?pt=US_Security_Cameras&hash=item19ee4d4fb2 And then buy a better camera to use with it? Or would this one be better http://www.amazon.com/ANRAN-Channels-Detection-Surveillance-Security/dp/B00JUPFVQE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418238475&sr=8-1&keywords=system+dvr

 

The DVR and Analog camera do not have compatible problem. All DVRs can connect with all kinds of analog camera. But use D1 or 960H resolution DVR will be better.

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I just want to know why is it that all of you guys are going on about the damm CVI signal, look, the camera you chose is a digital signal camera, you would need a HD-CVI DVR to bring in the signal, and then feed it to your TV VIA HDMI or PC, or even composite input. so instead of going for this, go for a ANALOG 960H Camera, is not HD, but I'm pretty sure that the video quality is more than enough for what you are using it for, just use a power supply that's rated at at least 2A, and call it a day, it's not difficult...

 

Example, camera:

http://gogss.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=25_28&product_id=535

 

Power Supply

http://gogss.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=34_44&product_id=243

 

Ends:

http://gogss.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=34_48&product_id=224

 

for tv:

http://gogss.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=34_48&product_id=221

 

power for camera:

http://gogss.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=34_48&product_id=215

 

And yes, with CVI cameras you would have needed to put in a power supply no longer than 300FT because the amperage drops after that distance, and you would have the issue of having a picture during the day, and at night when the LED's turn on, not enough power is reaching the camera, so it essentially shuts down. With analog, you have more leeway on this, just put a higher amp power supply and the power should reach, I have done it at a little over 800 feet, but to achieve this, get HIGH QUALITY 100% COPPER CABLE. It's going to cost you anywhere from 150-250 bucks for a spool of 1000', but that's what you need to get in order to make sure you have the best picture possible and that power reaches the camera.

 

a Tip from an old pro, if you have a TUBE TV with a Yellow Composite input, try it first, in my opinion, the image looks better to me than LCD panel