bozman

That's part of the problem with the terms thrown around and this being brought up. I'm guessing it's probably the amount of data when it comes to bandwidth.

The installer does not know what he is talking about...there is no issue..he is either trying to use a cheap NVR that has limited bandwidth and is is lowering the camera bitrate (the resolution settings is irrelevant) OR doesnt know what he is doing...there is no reason a 16ch NVR cant handle 12 cameras at 1080p I've seen this bandwidth thing being mention on this forum, but I find the explanation a bit lacking in detail as to why it is a nonissue.

What's with the bandwidth issue with IP system? The installer that I talked to mentioned it and said he would have to go from 2MP cameras down to 1MP cameras because of bandwidth with IP system.

Cable should not be exposed anyway... Switches are cheap... 45 for 4 port poe.. Nvrs with built in poe can be noisy... Please don't buy no name junk... Talking of which, which brands do you suggest? And how noisy do those get?

What is the IP66 rating does it mean anything or is it a marketing thing when it comes to showing that is durable exposed to the elements? Buy a reliable brand and you will be fine.. Sometimes installers, come across like marketers.

What are must have features for outdoor cameras and indoor cameras? Recommended resolution, Megapixels?

Rain will not ruin a good camera. What is the IP66 rating does it mean anything or is it a marketing thing when it comes to showing that is durable exposed to the elements?

Thanks for the reply. How common is it for NVR to have built in switches so you can avoid having to buy separate switches for all the camera ports? Also another concern is the cable for outdoor cameras for IP, how durable are they exposed to the elements?

Must have asked a question that was a bit open ended? Things like IP66, WDR, infrared, night vision, vandal proof and such. BTW how accurate is the advertising for weather proof cameras? I heard that it isn't terribly accurate. Just a moderate amount of rain could ruin the camera.

How much is the cost difference between TVI vs IP? What are the ranges of similarly configured systems?