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I'm looking at buying the following setup: NVR: AVTech AVH516 16CH Network Video Recorder Cameras: AVTech AVM521A 2 MP PoE WDR Day/Night Indoor Dome Camera Can anyone tell me about the quality of AVTech products? How about the specific models I'm looking at? Are they decent? How's the support? I was originally going to purchase a Costco option, but was told this would be a better setup. Any input? How does AVTech compare to a product like Hikvision? Thanks!

Thanks for the reply. One thing I didn't like about these type of kits is the camera styles. My ideal would be to have tamper proof cameras, but it's not a deal breaker. It looks like most of the costco systems have different type of cams. Do you feel that the Q See is a decent budget system?

What if I wanted to go with an all in one "appliance" instead of software and building my own server? Any recommendations? Thanks!

I'm in the process of researching a surveillance system for our business. I have the need for about 7 to 8 cameras in a manufacturing setting. I've decided to go with an IP based system (we have an internal IT resource). I'd like to get a 16 channel NVR system for future growth. I originally started out looking at the Costco type systems in the $2,000 range. I'm wondering what the next step up would (quality) be from that type of system? My budget is up to $5,000. All cameras will be indoor. Also, does anyone have a recommendation on where to buy these type of systems in the USA? It looks like there are a lot of "mom and pop" type businesses selling products. I'm not really sure who to go with. I've looked at the Hikvision DS-2CD2112-I cameras and have heard good things about them. I'm not really sure how to pick an NVR. Here's my criteria: 1) The ability to record at least 2 weeks of video. 2) The ability to access video from a mobile device. 3) I don't need a lot of detail in the video. I would like the ability to be able to identify an employee standing 20 yards from the camera. I don't need to be able to drill down on much detail. If anyone has any recommendations on putting a system together myself vs. buying a prepackaged kit, any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Hi, I am new to the topic of surveillance systems and could use some help with system design. I work for a small 3 shift manufacturing company, and we are contemplating installing a camera system for the following reasons: employee productivity, security, and safety. I have 2 different rooms I'd like to cover. The first room is 50' x 141'. All areas are well lit and in a decent environment (no harsh conditions). Everything in the room is low (all equipment shorter than 6' tall) with no obstructions. The second room is larger. It's approximately 80' x 141' with conditions similar to the other area (well lit, etc.). Both areas have high ceilings. I started working with a professional installer and the price went up fast. They were looking at around $10,000 to $15,000 just to get started. Some of the cameras they were quoting were $1,800 each (4 lens camera). This type of system is more than what I need. Right now I have no system, and am looking at getting started. We have gotten by for 40 years without a system. I don't feel I need anything high end. I have a maintenance department that can run all of the CAT6 cable for me. We have the ability (maintenance dept & IT) to be able to install our own system. I'd like to spend more in the $3,000 range for a system. I'd like to be able to have mobile access to the cameras and be able to store 2 to 3 weeks of video. Here are my questions: 1) What kind of distance / range does a typical IP camera have? 2) What's the difference between a dome and a bullet camera? 3) Does anyone have a recommendation for a system? 4) I have a Costco nearby. Are the AvertX systems any good? Would these type of systems serve our purpose? Thanks!