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  1. Posted

    I ended up setting up my CCTV business because I was unhappy with the general level of information available to buyers here in the UK. Even some of the huge brand names are selling absolute tat. There is one company in particular who posts up a load of product videos and not once have I seen actual screen footage on those videos. What does that say about the quality of the gear !!

     

    The other problem is that many of the numbers quoted for equipment are either wrong or extremely misleading. We ended up running loads of back to back tests before we settled on the specifications for our products, particularly the cameras. Based on the numbers you'd think it was going to be fine but at 1.00am in a comparison test the screen was as black and you could hardly see a thing.

     

    The only danger with your idea is that one person's idea of excellent may vary tremendously with another person's and so you're actually no better off.

     

    Look for lots of information and ask the companies lots of questions before handing over your hard earned money. A good company won't just be prepared to answer your queries they will be proud and delighted to.

     

    All the best.

     

    Henry

     

    Have you seen amazon's review system? Or even Acne.org review system http://www.acne.org/reviews/ . Of course people's opinions will differ. But usually there is an overall consensus if a product is great or very poor.

     

    The problem with calling each company for information on the product is that it......... take way too long because there are many DVR brands out there. This site could be the leader in getting customer opinions on dvr products. Most realms of technology have review sites. Such as headphones, computers, speakers etc. The CCTV community could definitely use one because the market is currently filled with many generic brands that may fool consumers into buying them by offering ridiculously low prices. Such as the crap DVR systems at Costco, BJ's and Sam's club.

  2. Posted

    You own a small liquor store right? So how would you feel if people could go online and buy your products cheaper then you can buy them for from an unknown source? How long will you be in business? You know nothing about this business and obviously don't care about professionals that come on this site for FREE to help you for FREE and then complain that know one helps you within 5min and disregard forum rules.

     

    When you come back for help with your DVR good luck finding it.

    I think you are over-valuing your "help". There was no help given. I don't care if it was free.

  3. Posted

    Hey guys,

     

     

    First off, this is an awesome forum. This is a rare place where you can get advice from experienced CCTV professionals. But am I the only one that thinks there needs to be more transparency in the CCTV community? Wouldn't it be amazing if there was a site where customers could post reviews of their dvr/cameras for the benefit of the entire CCTV community? I am suggesting that this site adds a product review section.

     

    I think the industry will benefit dramatically. What do you guys think?

  5. Posted

     

    Any where exactly did I say they are not authorized? I didn't "propose" anything to you, you where the one looking for 8 channels 30FPS @d1 I was just stating no of the DVRs listed meet your requirements. I was trying to protect you but sounds like you have it all figured out. Price I posted was MSRP which is on the forum rules. >>>> viewtopic.php?f=33&t=3144

    WTF!?!? This is real life right? I don't use monopoly money. I could care less about a MSRP. I am about the cheapest price.THE SHR-8082 @ meets my requirements.

  8. Posted

    I started another thread because I received NO help in the other forum. Thank god for a SEANHAWG. Everyone else had me walking in circles.

     

    "I don't know if 2mcctv is or isn't a "authorized" dealer." You are truly talking from your A$$. YOU TOLD ME they were not authorized...

    here is a quote

     

    So your looking for a good DVR (not no-name) then why would you buy it from a no name webshop that probably knows nothing about this product and has no support or even worse they are not a authorized dealer so you will not have a manufacture warranty?

     

    Your not gonna find quality 8 channel 240@D1 from a authorized dealer for less then around $1500.

     

     

    I ordered the SHR-8082 for more than $300 less than what you proposed as the "minimum". I will get it on friday. I am not technically retarded. I can read manuals.

     

    GOOD DAY SIR!!

  9. Posted

     

    So your looking for a good DVR (not no-name) then why would you buy it from a no name webshop that probably knows nothing about this product and has no support or even worse they are not a authorized dealer so you will not have a manufacture warranty?

     

    Your not gonna find quality 8 channel 240@D1 from a authorized dealer for less then around $1500.

     

     

     

     

    Thanks for you help i guess. But you ended up being flat out wrong in all of your statements.

    First off, 2MCCTV is an excellent site. I just called them up personal. They were extremely nice and helpfully. Even a fellow CCTV forum user,"SEANHAWG" can vouch for them.

    I deal with 2MCCTV quite a bit and find that they have top notch customer service. I am not sure if they are an unauthorized dealer or not but I assume they would honor their own warranty on a given period of time. You should probably call them and find out how long that is. They are a good company and I havent had any problems with them. They always return my phone calls and call me up to make sure everything is going good. They are one of the few companies that I can say that about.

     

     

    Secondly, you were way off on your pricing. I got the Samsung SHR-8082 for more the $300 less than what you proposed.

     

    Good day sir.

  11. Posted

    Then why not get the Samsung DVR that you mentioned? Has everything you need and want so you may as well snatch it up. I have worked with Samsung DVR's quite a bit and I love them.

    Awesome, I am glad to here some affirmation on Samsung DVRs. I was going to purchase it from 2mcctv . I read website reviews for 2mcctv. Most reviews were stellar.

     

    I was told by a member on this site that 2mcctv is an unauthorized dealer and that the Samsung manufacture warranty would not be granted. Is this true or malarkey? If you know of any "authorized" samsung dealers please pm me.

  13. Posted

    I am no cctv guru. I have a small liquor store. It's about 1000 square feet. I would like a standalone 8 channel dvr that offers an excellent image resolution and remote viewing. I currently have a lousy DigiVue-425 Card.

     

    Here are the stats. So you can see where I am coming from.

     

     

    • Inpute Signal - 4 Video, 1 audio input (with Sound Card)

    • Display fps - 60fps/NTSC per card

    • Record fps 60 fps/NTSC per card

    • Display Screen 1 / 4 / 6 / 9 / 10 / 16 / 25 / 33 / Full Screen

    • Audio Input 1 Synchronized Mono (from Sound Card)

    • Color Adjust - Adjustable Light, Contrast, Hue, Saturation by Individual Camera

    • Resolution - 160X120 / 240X180 / 320X240 / 352X288

    • Record Mode Event - Continuous / Schedule Recording

    • Compression - Special MPEG4 Format, Frame Size: .1K~2.5K, 1200hr~4000hr / 80GB

    • Audio - One Channel using Sound Card

    • Multi-task - Monitoring / Recording / PTZ Control / Remote / Backup

    • Motion Detection - 16 Zone X Multi Area for each camera

    • Storage - HDD / VDRAM / CD-RW / DAT / MO / ZIP / RAID. Up to 24 drives

    • PTZ - RS422 / RS485 Controlled PTZ & Light / Power / Wiper

    • Playback Speed - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Schedule - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Password - System / Playback / Remote Users

    • O.S. - Windows 2000/XP

    • Water Mark - Water Marking by Date & Time, Not Editable & Not Replaceable

    • Watchdog - Software & Hardware Watchdog

    • Network - PSTN / ISDN / LAN / ADSL / Internet

    • Remote - LAN & ADSL: Real Time In 320X240, PSTN: 5-25fps In QCIF

    • Remote Control - Full Function Remote Control & Remote Audio Transmission

    • Remote Recording - Remote Playback, Remote Recording, & Emergency Recording

     

     

    I am looking for a stand alone 8 channel D1 DVR. I am looking for a solid brand name, no offshore stuff. Something like the Samsung SHR-8082

    8 Ch, MPEG4, 240fps @ D1, Built-in DVD-RW, and Web-Based Monitoring. I don't necessarily need a built in DVD-RW or an HD pre-installed. I just want a clear image. Thats all.

  15. Posted

    Yes, I created another thread due to the lack of responses in the other thread. I am surprised by the lack of help on this site. Everyone that helps seems to be pushing a product they are affiliated with. Like I said ..I am looking for something that has a great track record. I just want to to set it up and forget it. I don't trust these no-names for long term use.

     

     

    I don't see where it says 240 IPS @ D1 only 120IPS Maximum IPS/FPS.

     

    I am looking for something that has a great track record. I just want to to set it up and forget it. I don't trust these no-names for long term use

     

    So your looking for a good DVR (not no-name) then why would you buy it from a no name webshop that probably knows nothing about this product and has no support or even worse they are not a authorized dealer so you will not have a manufacture warranty?

     

    Your not gonna find quality 8 channel 240@D1 from a authorized dealer for less then around $1500.

     

     

    I push products that I know like the back of my hand, use everyday, and are trained from the manufacture.

     

    Just curious why do you need 30fps per channel?

     

    I read website reviews for 2mcctv. Most reviews were stellar. Here is a link to the reviews http://www.google.com/products/seller?cmi=9628878730035200&q=SAMSUNG+SHR-8082&hl=en&ei=y-WOTJjSFonQ2ATLseitBg&sa=X&ved=0CB0QlQgwAjgA . I was unaware that they are not "authorized" and the manufacture warranty would not be granted. I will call them for more information regarding that.

     

    Regarding the 30 fps per channel. I am probably setting my standards a bit high. I am no cctv guru. I have a small liquor store. It's about 1000 square feet. I would like a standalone 8 channel dvr that offers an excellent image resolution and remote viewing. I currently have a lousy DigiVue-425.

     

    Here are the stats. So you can see where I am coming from.

     

     

    • Inpute Signal - 4 Video, 1 audio input (with Sound Card)

    • Display fps - 60fps/NTSC per card

    • Record fps 60 fps/NTSC per card

    • Display Screen 1 / 4 / 6 / 9 / 10 / 16 / 25 / 33 / Full Screen

    • Audio Input 1 Synchronized Mono (from Sound Card)

    • Color Adjust - Adjustable Light, Contrast, Hue, Saturation by Individual Camera

    • Resolution - 160X120 / 240X180 / 320X240 / 352X288

    • Record Mode Event - Continuous / Schedule Recording

    • Compression - Special MPEG4 Format, Frame Size: .1K~2.5K, 1200hr~4000hr / 80GB

    • Audio - One Channel using Sound Card

    • Multi-task - Monitoring / Recording / PTZ Control / Remote / Backup

    • Motion Detection - 16 Zone X Multi Area for each camera

    • Storage - HDD / VDRAM / CD-RW / DAT / MO / ZIP / RAID. Up to 24 drives

    • PTZ - RS422 / RS485 Controlled PTZ & Light / Power / Wiper

    • Playback Speed - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Schedule - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Password - System / Playback / Remote Users

    • O.S. - Windows 2000/XP

    • Water Mark - Water Marking by Date & Time, Not Editable & Not Replaceable

    • Watchdog - Software & Hardware Watchdog

    • Network - PSTN / ISDN / LAN / ADSL / Internet

    • Remote - LAN & ADSL: Real Time In 320X240, PSTN: 5-25fps In QCIF

    • Remote Control - Full Function Remote Control & Remote Audio Transmission

    • Remote Recording - Remote Playback, Remote Recording, & Emergency Recording

     

     

    I just want a clear image. Thats all.

  16. Posted

    Good luck finding full D1 30 FPS 8 channels below $1000. The Samsung you are talking about is around $1500.

    [edit by mod-store link removed] has it for $1,161 + shipping. I would'nt mind spending a little more. I would appreciated any suggestions!

     

     

    I think I may have addressed this request before... in another thread...

     

    One that is available from CBC America without hard drives does offer full D1, very easy to use and you can customize internal storage up to 3TB if needed... and also comes with full 3 years warranty... here:

     

     

    If you have any other questions, let us know.

     

    Yes, I created another thread due to the lack of responses in the other thread. I am surprised by the lack of help on this site. Everyone that helps seems to be pushing a product they are affiliated with. Like I said ..I am looking for something that has a great track record. I just want to to set it up and forget it. I don't trust these no-names for long term use.

     

     

     

     

     

     

    I don't see where it says 240 IPS @ D1 only 120IPS Maximum IPS/FPS.

     

    Exactly. If your are a sales man CCTV_Suppliers at least match what I am asking for.

     

     

     

    Any other suggestions?

  21. Posted

    I think i was unclear with my first post. The digivue stats are just for the card. Aren't the following stats mights low ? "• Display fps - 60fps/NTSC per card • Record fps 60 fps/NTSC per card"

     

    I didn't give you guys my camera stats.. so here they are.."4-9mm varifocal lens and 420 lines of resolution . 22 built-in IR LEDs and a special shielding eliminates IR reflections . 0 lux minimum illumination when IR is on . Includes 12V DC adapter . Indoor Wired: Observation & Security: Cameras - Color CCTV".I thought my cameras were decent.

     

    Should I get a better DVR CARD? If so, What makes a better card? Do I need a better graphics card? I am using the built-in Intel Video Card? Is my computer the problem (Pentium 4 Xp 500 mb RAM, 3 ghz)? Should I try a standalone DVR?? Ideally I would like to use my current cameras.

     

    Sorry for the barrage of question. I am just lost and desperate for better video quality.

     

    Thanks

  22. Posted

    Hey Guys,

    I have an small liquor store (approx 900square ft).I currently have the a DigiVue-425 with 3 cameras. I have been happy with the remote viewing feature. But I am disappointed with the resolution of the footage. I am running it on an old P4 IBM. I would like to know more about my card. The pro's (if any) and con's. I would also like to setup a camera outside in the back. I need all the advice I can get! A list of reputable dvr and camera retailers would be great !

     

    Thanks

     

    Here are the DigiVue Stats-

    • Inpute Signal - 4 Video, 1 audio input (with Sound Card)

    • Display fps - 60fps/NTSC per card

    • Record fps 60 fps/NTSC per card

    • Display Screen 1 / 4 / 6 / 9 / 10 / 16 / 25 / 33 / Full Screen

    • Audio Input 1 Synchronized Mono (from Sound Card)

    • Color Adjust - Adjustable Light, Contrast, Hue, Saturation by Individual Camera

    • Resolution - 160X120 / 240X180 / 320X240 / 352X288

    • Record Mode Event - Continuous / Schedule Recording

    • Compression - Special MPEG4 Format, Frame Size: .1K~2.5K, 1200hr~4000hr / 80GB

    • Audio - One Channel using Sound Card

    • Multi-task - Monitoring / Recording / PTZ Control / Remote / Backup

    • Motion Detection - 16 Zone X Multi Area for each camera

    • Storage - HDD / VDRAM / CD-RW / DAT / MO / ZIP / RAID. Up to 24 drives

    • PTZ - RS422 / RS485 Controlled PTZ & Light / Power / Wiper

    • Playback Speed - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Schedule - Forward / Back / Step / Fast / Slow

    • Password - System / Playback / Remote Users

    • O.S. - Windows 2000/XP

    • Water Mark - Water Marking by Date & Time, Not Editable & Not Replaceable

    • Watchdog - Software & Hardware Watchdog

    • Network - PSTN / ISDN / LAN / ADSL / Internet

    • Remote - LAN & ADSL: Real Time In 320X240, PSTN: 5-25fps In QCIF

    • Remote Control - Full Function Remote Control & Remote Audio Transmission

    • Remote Recording - Remote Playback, Remote Recording, & Emergency Recording

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