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On my ACTi 3MP domes I set: Encoder Type: H.264 H.264 Profile: High Profile Resolution: N2048X1536 Frame Rate: 15 Video Bit Rate Mode: Constant Bit Rate Video Max Bit Rate: Unlimited Video Bit Rate: 6M Question: Is the video bit rate setting @ 6M overkill in your opinion? Should I lower it to 4M?

I finally got around to installing this. Here are my pics.

Can anybody recommend a decent outdoor-rated active microphone (12v) that would be rated for winter (-40C/-40F)? I want to incorporate this into a pure PoE based camera solution by using the power supply of ACTi's DI/DO system (of the camera I have) to feed the active microphone.

I just picked one up. I'm going to attempt to try and do this....

Exactly! Axis have some great products but strictly for residential purposes, don't rule out ACTi solutions either.

I use my Xbox for the TV (but usually just my IPad and the iOS app) to view BI remotely. So, Xbox using I.E. to hit BI webserver on my network. Or you could just get a HDMI extender and run from your pc to tv; Or http://www.networkcameracritic.com/?p=1049 Lots of options that way for remote viewing on a tv

Np. Keep in mind that continual SD (on-board of the camera unit itself) writing does have a life expectancy. Consult the specs of the card you purchase.

Yes aesthetics and the fact that it's harder to judge the FOV. But most important, vandal-resistant. Hit a bullet camera with a crowbar and see what happens to it in comparison to the same on a dome.

The ACC software is Axis products only. I use a dedicated B.I. pc for all my Axis cams.

Me too. Can't wait to see what the review finds on the said ACTi domes.

Take a look at ACTi's product Matrix: http://www.acti.com/support/productmatrix/productMatrix.asp. There are camera's that are lower priced than the E44. I'm in the same boat as you....$500 range per outdoor camera that would be rated to -40 celcius. I'm currently looking at the D82 (3MP Outdoor Dome with D/N, IR, Vari-focal lens, f2.8-12mm/F1.4, H.264, 1080p/30fps, DNR, MicroSDHC, PoE, IP66, IK10) and E74 (3MP Outdoor Dome with D/N, IR, Superior WDR, Fixed lens, f2.93mm/F2.0, H.264, 1080p/30fps, DNR, MicroSDHC, PoE, IP66, IK10). The only problem with D82 is that is has no WDR; Just debating on how much I need the feature as the rest of the specs are perfect for my needs. The D82 retails for ~$450 CAD and E74 ~ $558; More in my price range. These cams should be slightly lower in USA. I had asked Buellwinkle if he could inquire with ACTi to get demo's of these two cams. Just waiting to see if he does as I like his reviews.

The E44 (2MP Bullet with D/N, IR, Basic WDR, SLLS, Vari-focal lens, f2.8-12mm/F1.4, H.264, 1080p/30fps, DNR, PoE, IP66) is retailing for $859 CAD.

Try ACTi - mid-range well priced and D/E series rated well below what you would receive temperature wise in your region.

As per ACTi's recently released newsletter: After extensive testing to support applications in the northern tier, and specialty locations we are proud to announce that our Discovery and Essential series Outdoor models now feature extended low temperature range capability. All D/E l Bullet and Vandal Dome models (D/E3x, 4x, 7x, 8x) listed for operation down to-40°C/-40°F! http://www.acti.com/eNewsletter/2013/monthly_enews/April/ACTi_eNewsletter_April_2013.html