freeflyer

Did I say something wrong here? plenty of views & no replies, was this a bad idea or did I break ettiquette or something? all advice gratefully received, we all have to start at the beginning don't we? I can take the medicine if you tell me whats wrong first doctor...

Hi to All CCTV aficionado’s Newb (2nd post) Based in UK & about to purchase a 400/16 PC DVR card for a new system just built specifically for the task. Anyone out there used Avermedia Cards before, in particular the new NV6000? Especially interested in how it rates against the Geo combo cards (1480) The NV6000 appears to compete with the Geo on what I want & actually need & is a bit cheaper too. Having spent weeks reading up on this excellent forum and about to spend what is nearly a grand of my hard earned sterling on the card alone, I could really do with pointing in the right direction. My preferences/ priorities are as follows (in order): Reliability & Support - (Security device right? Isn’t this non negotiable?) Image quality Features Ease of use All advice appreciated, I’m planning to purchase card in the next few days (with approx 8 new cams to add to the 4 I have now on good old VHS / switcher) Regards - Freeflyer

Thanx Rory & CCTV Geek NZ (Nice signature Kiwi - a man by my own heart I talked to Derwent and they say they don't supply direct - only through resellers, however I must say the resellers I have talked to have been less than helpful what is it with these guys attitude?? Do they not provide for the SME (Small to Medium Enterprise?) Derwent say they are going to send me info on extreme products & don’t -twice now, Seems like they & the resellers don't want any new business to me! It’s no wonder so many UK businesses are relocating abroad! It’s part of my remit as a Company Director / Consultant to look into new areas of client interest (& keep my business going) and IT / PC based CCTV has been mentioned to me by nearly 100 existing clients across the UK in the past 18 months alone, with over 75% of these clients stating that their local “securityâ€

Hi, my first post- go easy- I have a problem choosing kit. Can you steer me in the right direction? Based in UK & building a PC based GV 1480 system for a residential property as a hobby as well as a security measure. I now need to select exterior cams that are high spec day/night yet more unobtrusive than body cams in housings. My issue is; I want the quality of branded body cams with day / night features, IR pass/cut filter etc yet don’t want the property to have a commercial CCTV look about it due to both the cameras & the housings available looking commercial & generally large. Naturally have a budget & want the best cam for the money available. I’ve seen a vast range of smaller cams, yet all seem to be OEM and do not offer the spec /quality of body cams, something like Extreme EX 26 or EX27’s look ideal, yet I cannot find a retail pricelist for extreme products in the UK to even know if they are in my ball park. I'm starting with 6 to 8 exterior cams initially (4 high spec and 4 med spec required-budget dependant) all need vari-focal lenses, property has exterior lighting already so don’t need IR but would like it (again budget dependant) Any ideas / advice appreciated, thanx in advance; also any references for authorised dealers from the UK would be appreciated. Yet to purchase GV1480/cams/cable/power supplies etc P.S. I’ve spent hours so far amassing knowledge from this forum so thanx to all involved, otherwise I as a newb’ I would not have got started at all.

Currently selecting various exterior cams for the outside of a property with a Geo 1480 system. I want branded day / night quality cams with cut filter and will add IR lights. I would actually prefer domes but am undecided; I have narrowed my choice to the following two: Sony SSC-E473VP - 1/3 Super Exwave - Colour Day Night body cam Sony SSCCD73VP - ¼ Super HAD -Colour Day Night Mini Dome The body cam has a higher spec; but will need (computar) aspherical lens, exterior housing / heater & bracket which makes it’s cost 25% higher than the dome -which also comes ready to use (N.B. my 2nd install) Question is, Cost Versus Benefit; is the higher cost of the body cam setup worth the difference over the dome if using a Geo system? Any advice appreciated, even advice on suitable alternatives (offering same spec) from alternative manufacturers appreciated (UK based)

Thanx Rory, VJD & Kandcorp for the advice There is a dealer here in the UK that has had the NV6000 in stock the last few days, its also about UK£90 cheaper than the 1480. I have decided to choose the Geo due to the wider range of features, in particular the missing object feature. The Aver nearly won due to its ability to offer IP cams rather than analogue alone, however, as IP has still a fair way to go to catch up with analogue and the obvious cost difference also, its the Geo 1480 that has won this time Thanx again for your help