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What is a decent price on a video server?

Im new at installing cctv systems. I want to start installing cctv systems for residential customers. When Im in the attic, should I use a respirator to breathe or just a mask. How do I stay cool in the hot temps of an attic? I've seen cool vests that construction workers wear that can keep you cool and head gear also that you freeze and will keep you cool.

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Thanks Rory

Can anyone recommend any labor saving devices or cool tools that will save me time and make the job of installing cctv easier?

Hello all. I am a newbie and will be installing my first surveillance system in my home. I plan to use 4 wired day night cams and a 4 channel dvr. I have been online searching and found out I can use cat5 cable as an alternative to rg59. Which is more preferred in a home installation and more cost effective (including the extra baluns i have to purchase). Also how do I get power to the cameras if I use cat5?

Ok thanks. That cleared up alot of my confusion

Soundy, what do you recommend I go with?

How should I drill upward. I saw a pic of a guy who bought a 6ft flexible extension drill bit to drill up past any firestops and into the attic. Is this the way its normally done?

Has anyone ever used this in wall viewer? Is it really necessary if I am drilling upward in the room where the dvr will be located. I am afraid of running into fire stops. Is it best to drill up from the room where dvr is located or is it best to drill down from the attic?

Thankyou for the fast reply. Yes I am using rather cheap cameras that use 12VDC. Im kinda lost in your post. What is ground-loop issues? Does RG59 carry the power wire also? I will need to research what 18/2 is because Im a newbie. My runs will be no more than 300ft for each cam if that.