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Yup, I need a license from my area. I'm assuming it's different for each state. I already checked with my state fire marshal and in order to legally work with CCTV, I need a license. To get a license I need to complete a certification. If I don't have a license, then they slap me with a fine.

Anyway, the state fire marshal gave me a list of places on where to get certified. It's a 2 day program and I'll probably just take it in person. The next class is at the end of the month.

Should I do my CCTV certification online or in person?

I don't have much experience other then the two systems I put together. The only other relation to this field is that I'm a computer enthusiast who knows how to build personal computers.

Thanks!

DVR is cheaper thats all u need to know

and we arent all blessed with a NASA style job like woody

 

BTW search is your friend;

http://www.cctvforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=14855

http://www.cctvforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=7210

Thanks.

Is there a standard formula that you guys use when calculating installation costs? I'm basically asking this so that it doesn't sound like I'm throwing out numbers from thin air when I'm installing a CCTV system.

What must one do to gain access to the vendor area on the forums?

The old Donky Kong that had Mario as the hero? I'm not sure why but I loved that machine! It was the best.

Damn, that's pretty funny. Someone got a free PONG machine!

Hey, that's pretty cool. Did you repair arcade machines?

Basically, how did you get into the CCTV business and where did you get the experience from? Where was your beginning?

Anyone know if Geovision DVR cards and software are any good?

Thanks for the responses guys. Yes, I am pretty new at this. Last week I spoke with my cousin about setting up a CCTV system in his store. I told him to let me do the research and wanted to see how far I could take this venture.

What price range?

 

Wholesale, or retail?

 

Are you the tech support, or do you require the company to have an in house tech support staff.

 

Would you rather save money, and go straight to China?

 

Do you want a product that is similiar to a TV? There is only 3 TV manufactures, but there are different names.

 

What is your threat level?

I was looking for a price rage between 1500 and 2000 for a retail store that I would support.

As for China, it would have to depend on how much money I'd be saving. If it's half the costs from purchasing in the states then I'd be for it. However, I don't think that's the case so I would rather stick with someone in the states in case I had some trouble with what I purchased.

As for the question about TV and threat level. I don't have the slightest clue as to what type of TVs a CCTV system uses and I didn't know there were different threat levels in CCTV.

 

2. Monitor - use a regular TV with built-in video in port using RCA connection - all you will need is BNC to RCA adapter here

 

 

 

 

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What do you mean a regular TV monitor? I believe most TVs these day are something along the lines of LCD or HDTV. Basically, I'm trying to figure out how do you hook up a DVR to a LCD screen? Also, how long was that cable? I couldn't find out how many ft itw as for 250 dollars.

Anyone can give me a reliable name brand for a DVR and cam?

I saw this earlier and I thought it was pretty funny. At some points in the video though, i thought it was getting a bit too serious. All you can eat every day for people who weight 350 pounds? You will seriously die from that.

What was the most complicated wired setup and how did you deal with it?

Basically, I'm trying to figure out if there are any tricks to routing wires so they can't be seen? I'm assuming you just drill a hole into the attic and wire it up there?

I was thinking about doing a wireless DVR setup so I didn't have to run cables around. Are there any downsides to wireless?

That's pretty funny and leads me to another question. What type of maintenance do i need on a DVR system and is it complicated to replace a blown fuse?

Cameras wont work without power?

 

Or do you mean specialist power supplies with multiple outputs?

 

Those can save money, make a tidier install, can be safer etc.

I mean, what's the difference between using a wall outlet and buying a power supply? I think that answers my question though. Only information I found is that it makes a friendlier install.

Nope.

 

They have been previously warned re advertising on the forum.

Is cctvforum affiliated with any vendor? I'm just looking for a reliable supplier.

I know this is a silly question but I'm very new. I've seen pictures of power supplies for cameras and I was wondering why we need them?

Are you guys related to cctvhotdeals? I've seen this in someone's signature and it made me curious about their company.

Man. That was a lot to take in.

Thanks for the replies though. I'm probably going to go with a DVR system since that's what so many vendors recommend I do. They generally say that DVR is just as good as NVR but it's cheaper

Hi! I'm new to cameras and this seems to be like a friendly community.

I was wondering what's the major differences? Someone told me that NVR uses more bandwidth then DVR. They also said the quality is better with DVR systems.