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  2. Posted

    I must have my 2c worth here Im very impressed with Visec software and there personalized service .

     

    My test machine runs VISEC ver 4 and it runs day and night and never misses a beat. [1 analog and 3 IP cams acti and axis]

     

    as the guys say compression is no big deal when using megapixe cams !

     

     

    z

     

    have you tried exporting the video on the IP cams?

     

    that's where my problem was. I have an Axis 221 and some 207s setup with Visec, and while it worked generally ok, the problem was with exporting the video.

     

    frames from the video were dropped in the "export to AVI" process. there was no way to get the video correctly exported from Visec to AVI.

     

    never was able to get Visec to fix this.

  4. Posted

    metafizx, how did you managed to get this IP camera? Do you have the specs or the manufacturer's info?

     

    As you stated, according to your own observations, this IP camera is not there to compete with "high end" equipment... rather simple solution at a very reasonable price...

     

    I am interested to find out more about this manufacturer... so, please share with us who they are and how did you manage to get one these cameras.

     

    seems available from a number of suppliers.

    here's the specs:

    http://www.aviosys.com/ip9060aslplus.htm

  5. Posted

    I got this camera just to see what it would do, since it was only $60.

     

    ip kamera 9060sl

     

    it's really quite a nice little camera for the money. clear image and seems to work ok. just VGA res, but hey for a simple IP camera, it's not bad !!

     

    compared to Axis 207, it's within the ballpark, and Axis is $300. I'm not saying that it's better or even a substitute. but for people who want a low cost IP system, I noticed that a variety of NVR vendors claim support for this camera.

     

    I like to try out the other aviosys cameras but seems like they are not available in USA for some reason

  6. Posted

    hi,

     

    the manual should be a pdf on the disk that came with the dvr.

     

    basically you need to do:

    1. setup LAN IP on DVR

    2. assign port, usually port 80

    3. setup a port fwd on your router

    4. connect LAN to DVR, cycle power on the DVR

     

    if you have a dynamic address for your WAN, then you either could setup a DDNS (Dynamic DNS) service in your router or switch to a static IP.

     

    I think the EB1304 can do DDNS as well.

  11. Posted

    Thanks for the reply. I'm a newbie with a few questions. I was trying to ease into this so mythinking was to buy two IP cameras (thinking about panasonic WV-NW484S) and install them first and add the PTZ later. I've been playing around with some used analog cameras that I've accessed through remote desktop connection over the internet and am not satisfied.

     

    My wish list:

    1. at least two cameras that I can access from a PC with a touchscreen monitor located convenient that I can touch and see at any time

    2. need to have access over the web

    3. would like PTZ but can add at a later date

    4. need good cameras where I can identify what's being recorded

    5. I'm half sure I don't want a DVR

    6. would like good software

    7. would like to stay in the $2000-$3000 range

    8. already have a PC with Core 2 Duo

     

    A few questions:

    1. should I have a dedicated in-house PC (with camera software) that I access from the web or is the camera software loaded on the PC I carry with me?

    2. will there be problems later adding the PTZ and will I need separate software for the PTZ; different from the camera software?

    3. I have an off-sight NAS to store to.

    4. willing to listen to any solutions even if thery are contrary to above

     

    Any help will certainly be appreciated.

     

    if this is for business, and the result is supposed to meet specific criteria, I would recommend getting a pro to help out, atleast with consulting. some of your questions are difficult to answer because there are design parameters involved. it really depends on how important the system performance is to you.

     

    from a simple viewpoint, it seems you can toss together a high end PC, s/w, cameras, and put it on the internet and turn on the switch and you will have a "camera system", but how it will perform is another thing.

     

    while you can throw a system together, there will always be problems and limitations that you will have to live with, or possibly have to redo the entire system to get it "right". It's better to know upfront what those potential pitfalls and limitations might be, since redoing the system is costly.

     

    as to your questions, generally the solution would be an IP system (most likely not CCTV), but you have bandwidth considerations over the LAN and WAN. Off site NAS recording is good in concept but has limitations due to available bandwidth.

     

    Since you wanted to "identify what's being recorded", this will require either narrow FOV or a good megapixel camera & lens. Note that with a narrow FOV you can do this with good quality CCTV & DVR system as well.

     

    Probably you would have local dedicated recording s/w on the PC, maybe even a dedicated LAN.

     

    PTZ is a whole different ballgame when you plan on recording it. Also depending on what quality you want, these are big bucks for good ones.

    for remote monitoring, they're great, but if usually unattended, I'd suggest a megapixel camera instead.

     

    there's lots to think about in these systems...especially when you put a budget on it.

  15. Posted

    hi,

     

    I have an NC-1600 IP camera that the video imager failed, but the rest of the camera is probably ok. of course I could just junk it and buy another one..just curious if I could fix it.

     

    Wondering if anyone has tried to connect another video board to this camera ? and has schematics or a wiring diagram available??

     

    nc-1600 is also known under a bunch of rebrands.. VCenter, AVIP, etc.

     

    it's been a pretty good cheap IP camera worked for atleast 4 years.

  16. Posted

    I got a battery for an IBM Thinkpad that I think works in this DVR.

     

    I could not find the exact replacement battery, but it has to be a rechargable 3v.

     

    Installed it and so far it seems to work, remembers the date / time after being unplugged.

     

    the part number is CMOS-VL2020-TP300/700 (IBM ThinkPad)

     

    if you google it you will find the vendor (microbattery)

  18. Posted

    It looks like you can order one from Mouser Electronics, but it will take 7 weeks before they get any in-stock.

     

    Maybe invest in a small UPS (Battery Backup) system for your DVR/Cameras?

     

    thanks, I did see Mouser has it on the website, but it was a 100 piece minimum order. I need one...

     

    I do have a battery backup on the DVR, but the people onsite keep unplugging it and it eventually dies out. I know that sounds stupid, but the cameras are at construction site, and the DVR is in a small case on the ground. it's a temporary setup for now.

  19. Posted

    hi,

     

    AVTECH 760 DVR won't remember the time/date.

     

    time/date is lost when there is a power loss.

     

    I am pretty sure this is due to a dead MS621FE battery, as found via web search (thanks Scorpion!).

     

    Anyone know where I can get another battery ? Seems like nobody stocks it.

     

    Basically makes this DVR pretty useless without the battery.

     

    Too bad, since this DVR is only about 1-1/2 years old.

  20. Posted

    Thank you for all your replies.

     

    I am Using IE, but due to the fact that XP Pro Service Pack 3, has stronger security, The Windows it's self does not allow unverified publisher to run, and terminates the .cab file before it can install, and it doesnt give me an option to choose "continue" "Cancel" its just simple "Ok"

     

    I Will try what you said Diggs and see if it works.

     

    The Machine i was using doesn't have any firewalls, anti viruses or anything installed, except what comes with Windows.

     

    What about the software that Allows you to view any IP Camera?

     

    DVR Has an IP, so it can be used as IP camera?

     

    Any Thoughts on that?

     

    Thank you.

     

    you should be able to get the addon to install by going to :

    Tools > Internet Options

    Security Tab

    Custom Level

     

    set "prompt" for Download Unsigned ActiveX Controls

    set "prompt" for Initialize and Script ActiveX Controls not marked safe...

     

    that should allow you to install that plugin.

     

    as for the DVR acting like an IP camera, probably not designed for that.

    IP cameras save images for the software to grab via http or ftp, and probably isn't implemented, maybe, but probably not.

  22. Posted

    Recently set up a Swann DVR4 Securanet DVR, 24hr Motion Triggered Recording with only one camera at the moment. Works fine for the first 4-6 hours after hitting the record button to activate recording, then anywhere between the 7-12 hour mark, time and date will freeze and the recording icon will remain in the top left of the screen regardless of movement or not and dvr will no longer record video to hdd, you still see a live feed on screen with no problems just the time, date, and record icon are frozen on screen and nothing will be recorded after the time that is frozen on screen. As soon as i reboot the dvr it will work fine for another 6 hours or so and then do the same thing again. Desperately need help. Faulty DVR? or HDD?

     

    Thanks In Advance.

     

    is this a new DVR ?

     

    did you try turning off the motion detection and see if the problem still happens ?

     

    do you have OVERWRITE enabled ?

  25. Posted

    captain,

     

    I didn't realize your connection is direct USB 3G wireless.

     

    Once I looked up the Pantech UM175, I realized what you have.

     

    This won't work with the router I suggested, so hopefully you didnt order that.

     

    Usually you have cable or DSL for this type of setup. But I guess 3G is getting more popular these days.

     

    In your case, the USB modem is normally plugged into your laptop or computer, it isn't shared. So you need a 3G router....

     

    With a quick internet search, there seems to be 3G Routers available.

     

    One from Netgear is MBR624GU, or D-Link DIR-451 or DIR-450

     

    Try NewEgg they seems to have quite a few.

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