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Home Surveillance
Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:21 am
Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:21 am
I've not really frequented this board but had my home broken into yesterday and have decided I'd like to invest in some surveillance to help deter further occurrences/catch anyone trying to snoop around. I figured this would be the best spot to post this so forgive me if not.
I'd probably just need two cameras - one on the front, one on the back, and I'd like for them to be wireless (although that's not a necessity) with the ability to view/store video on the cloud or something of that nature so if someone damages/steals them or anything I can still see what happened leading up to that. Not trying to break the bank but don't mind making an investment. Any recommendations are appreciated! Thanks in advance.
I'd probably just need two cameras - one on the front, one on the back, and I'd like for them to be wireless (although that's not a necessity) with the ability to view/store video on the cloud or something of that nature so if someone damages/steals them or anything I can still see what happened leading up to that. Not trying to break the bank but don't mind making an investment. Any recommendations are appreciated! Thanks in advance.
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 9:33 am
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Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:25 am to BigOrangeVols
netgear has what appears to be a pretty solid wireless camera system.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:34 am to BigOrangeVols
Wireless cameras suck for security.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:54 am to TigerWise
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Wireless cameras suck for security
That highly depends. I've got locations where it would be difficult to run Ethernet but I have power. I'm running Amcrest wireless IP cameras and haven't had any issues.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:19 am to CoolHand
The problem with wireless is, if you don't check you feed often, you never know when it goes offline. I'm fine with using my wireless Foscam as a baby monitor, but it does have hiccups now and then. I use PoE Hikvision cams for my outside surveillance.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:24 am to CoolHand
Well we can highly disagree. Wireless is unreliable and not secure. Plus when you look at the cost you can get a much better wired camera cheaper than a wireless.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:44 am to TigerWise
So what're some wired cameras you'd recommend? The ability to have live access from a mobile device and also have it recording would be big bonuses.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:54 am to CubsFanBudMan
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I use PoE Hikvision cams for my outside surveillance.
Are you using a consumer POE switch for that, or did you somehow come across an enterprise type switch?
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:56 am to BigOrangeVols
Like the Cubs fan mentioned I'd look into Hikvision. They are the OEM for alot of the Chinese stuff on the market.
If you are serious about the cameras for security I would have a dedicated DVR/NVR and if you go IP put the system on its own network.
If you are serious about the cameras for security I would have a dedicated DVR/NVR and if you go IP put the system on its own network.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 10:09 am to Zach Lee To Amp Hill
I have the arlo system, and it sucks. It records everything I don't want it to, and doesn't record what I want it to
Posted on 2/16/17 at 10:22 am to TigerWise
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Wireless is unreliable and not secure
a wireless camera is no less secure than any other wireless device on your network. if your wireless network is secured with wpa2 you are good. if it isnt secured at all or you are using wep the cameras are the least of your problems.
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 10:23 am
Posted on 2/16/17 at 10:50 am to BigOrangeVols
I personally have 2 Canary base stations that I use mainly as baby monitors but they seem to be great for security cameras too. However, they are more of a "catch the criminal afterwards" type of a camera unless you're watching your phone 24/7. Then again, I guess all of them are.
The best thing is a wired system from TOCA (in the new Orleans area) or a company that can come install sensors on your windows and doors. My alarm is so loud that it literally pains my ears to the point of headache/ear bleeds if you listen to it for more than 20-30 seconds. Have them also install the wireless signal so that it's not dependent on your home WiFi. As in, if a burglar ever cuts my Cox line, it won't impact my alarm from deafening ALL of us if someone were to break in.
The best thing is a wired system from TOCA (in the new Orleans area) or a company that can come install sensors on your windows and doors. My alarm is so loud that it literally pains my ears to the point of headache/ear bleeds if you listen to it for more than 20-30 seconds. Have them also install the wireless signal so that it's not dependent on your home WiFi. As in, if a burglar ever cuts my Cox line, it won't impact my alarm from deafening ALL of us if someone were to break in.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:01 am to Kracka
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Are you using a consumer POE switch for that, or did you somehow come across an enterprise type switch?
I originally purchased a Zyxel 8-port PoE switch (GS1900-8HP) to power the cameras and an access point. I later bought an Amcrest NV4108E NVR, which has 8 PoE ports. I haven't moved the cameras wiring over to the Amcrest yet, but I may in the future. I have a WD Purple 4TB drive in the NVR.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:20 am to DoubleDown
34-28
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Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:22 am to Mr. Hangover
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31-28
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Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:22 am to DoubleDown
Damn bro that was fast - I tried editing before you saw it 
I fat fingered it
I fat fingered it
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 11:23 am
Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:23 am to Mr. Hangover
Oh booo... don't ruin the tech board with sports.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:26 am to DoubleDown
Kind of like the guys who bring politics to the MSB?
I was just messing with you
I was just messing with you
Posted on 2/16/17 at 11:41 am to Kracka
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Are you using a consumer POE switch for that, or did you somehow come across an enterprise type switch?
I had an old switch laying around so I just bought an injector for under $20.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 2:26 pm to BigOrangeVols
Im about to pull the trigger on this kit. Night Owl and from what Ive read and been told from a coupe people who have one its a solid kit for the price.
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