Jump to content

Boogieman

Members
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Content Count

    20

  • Joined

  • Last visited

Posts posted by Boogieman

  1. Posted

    I understand there are some options to stream without plugins.

     

    The reasons to consider an xbox over a laptop for Skype are:

     

    The Kinect camera sits on the large plasma TV in a comfortable area so we don't need a laptop. This makes it more likely to use since are already sitting in front of the thing.

    We can use a remote or even talk to the thing to work it.

    It does other things besides Skype

    We can use our laptops for other things while using Skype. I work remote some days.

    etc

    If you are not using it for gaming or as a media extender, then just get a cheap, chromebox, laptop, or small form factor pc attached a webcam and wireless keyboard and you have 10 times the functionality of the xbox for less than half the cost.

  3. Posted

    I am with ssuro11, the swann NVR and cameras that are rebranded hikvisions are a great value and are good systems. Its the bottom barrel DVR/analog systems that you should not touch. There will always be snobs out there who say hikvision and dahua are low end, but that is not correct. They are VERY good brands. I have many of each installed with ZERO issues. They beauty of costco is that they have an awesome warranty and return policy. So bottom line do some research and see who the oem of the system is. If its hikvision or dahua you are good to go.

  4. Posted

    It would work very well...get the 2.8mm unit so you can cover the full room. You want the DS-2CD2532F-IS model, Make sure you specify S which means it has sound capability with a built in mic. It does not have a built in speaker, if you want a speaker function you need to add and power your own speaker. If you dont get the S model there will be no way to add audio at all.

    A better choice may be the 2432 http://www.hikvision.com/en/products_show.asp?id=9441

    has a built in mic and speaker as well as a pir sensor. It is also available in a 2.8mm version.

  9. Posted

    I have the original 720P Q-See cameras. I checked yesterday if they can provide newer firmware than that from 2012. They said they don't expect to release another firmware upgrade. Dahua keeps up with the firmware updates, but Q-See doesn't want anything to do with it. The reason I don't buy from OEM's anymore as I had the same exact problem with Hikvision OEMs. They promise you the moon, then a year later they abandon the product because it's not theirs.

     

    What do you have to do to return them? I got mine 10/2014, so less than 2 years. Can I just bring the parts back or do I need to have the original box and stuff?

    For Costco just bring the cameras back. They will not hassle you at all.

  13. Posted

    POE like standard ethernet, has a max range of 100 meters or about 328 feet.

    This is a hikvision rebrand and generally hikvision supports other popular cameras but the ptz may not function. The swann firmware may prevent the acti from being recognized...but in theory you should be able to record the stream. Aside from the ptz, the NVR must be able to use the in camera motion detection which is sometimes an issue when mixing and matching brands. Do you really need a ptz? Its useless in most applications.

    With regard to the price its pretty good. Even if you went via china and got the cams for 100 each, then add the NVR and hard drive you are getting close to the Costco price. With costco you get a three year warranty via swann and no hassle returns to costco(even after the 3 years)/

  15. Posted

    Hi,

     

    I am working with Swann HD 820 CAM with Blue Iris 3,

    I am getting about 28-30 fps but is there any tweaks needs to be done on the camera side?

    sometimes where there is a movement it seems like the video skips a few secs, from like 4:28:45 to 4:28:48 Its not consistent. Is there anything I can do to bypass it? or any other tweaks in configuration you guys recommend?

    If your video skips then you may have to adjust your motion settings in blue iris. Make sure you have a decent break time (15 seconds or so) that is the time the system keeps recording after the last motion event. Increase the sensitivity as well. 30fps is way overkill, you really only need about 12-15. Keep your bitrate at about 4096.

  23. Posted

    Hello;

     

    I am new to the world of DVR/Surveillance systems. I am a computer/network guy though, and want to setup a small surveillance system at my home and was hoping for some input/suggestions from the pros . The guiding principle on this project is "bang for buck." Something that is good (enough) quality not to feel/look/seem cheap, without breaking the bank. I can spend more, but I really wanted to stick to the 120-150 max area.

     

    I would like to go the BNC capture card route (is my terminology right? - I want to buy a card to install in one of my PCs and connect the cameras to for viewing/recording) and plan on using 4 cameras (possibly adding 2 more a little later on down the line). So, I'm thinking I need an 8 channel card (unless they also come in 6 channel?) 2 cameras will be indoors and 2 will be outside. All will need night vision. PTZ not necessary but a nice feature.

     

    I have neighbors that have possibly the worst kids I've ever met. Therefore, the outdoor cameras NEED to be waterproof (I guess they would need to be waterproof for when it rains, anyway though) and somewhat durable. For the indoor, I would prefer dome cameras, and if possible, somewhat of a higher quality.

     

     

    Please let me know if this is realistic in this price range. If so, suggestions/links on amazon are MOST welcome and appreciated!

     

    Thanks!

    Dustin

     

    P.S. I'm not 100%, but I'm pretty sure that the DVR software you use is up to you, (ie not determined by the BNC capture card). If so, can you please suggest a very simple - modern looking program? Doesn't need a ton of features, just scheduling and motion detection as well as storage management (archiving, only keeping a set time of recorded video before deleting, only recording up to a certain amount, etc)?

     

    Also, being able to access remotely is a MUST! (Either web browser or app, doesn't matter).

    "150" max is that per camera?

    Capture card route is not the best regardless, cards are very limited to the kind of software they are compatible with....

    how important is image quality?

×