John
I am shopping an 8 camera security system with night vision and motion recording for a small retail business. I need excellent resolution to capture and record shoplifting and exterior vandalism. I have looked all over the web for system and camera reviews - CNET, Consumer Reports, Google and I can't find objective reviews just sites selling product. Can anyone here make a suggestion? All systems cannot be equal.
Thanks for any advice.
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Hey John
I went to http://searchreviews.com and looked up 5 star rated security cameras. You can see the whole list here: http://searchreviews.com/search.jsp?reviews=security+camera&rating=rating:[5+TO+*]
It looks like you have some good options --- lots of reviews
Hey John
I went to http://searchreviews.com and looked up 5 star rated security cameras. You can see the whole list here: http://searchreviews.com/search.jsp?reviews=security+camera&rating=rating:[5+TO+*]
It looks like you have some good options --- lots of reviews
SECURITY SYSTEM help!?
comingofag
How difficult would it be for a novice to install this system into their business? I am opening a retail store and I am interested in a security system but I am trying to cut cost.....IN other words I dont want to pay someone 300 bucks to install this bad boy for me? Is it that hard? Please help!!! thanks
http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=341166&pCatg=5868
I am fairly good with directions and I understand most electronic directions! I guess....its from sam's so shouldnt it be consumer friendly
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Good Thing I looked at the picture. Slight difference between a security system and a surveillance system. I hope you aren't expecting sirens to ring when someone walks in.
As for installation, unfortunately one of my customers bought the same unit from Costco here and they ended up having me install it.
Not a big deal, it is really easy. It comes with fixed length cables. 8 pin plug type similar to ethernet. The monitor itself is very large in comparison to anything modern I would sell. It does however have an RCA output for an extra monitor. The image quality is moderate at best, so don't expect any court submissable images or even the ability to recognize a face unless it is about 5 feet from the camera. Lenses are crap but if it is costs you are willing to cut...
Now for the actual valuable advice and things to consider.
- Don't aim the camera's at windows with the potential of bright sunlight behind them or the image will be washed out.
- Depth of field is a large consideration, do not expect the camera's to pick up detail over a large area - They are intended for small area's of focus. You may be able to see activity but images will be unintelligable.
- Florescent lights cause some image problems
If you do end up forking out the cash to have someone install a surveillance system for you, don't waste any money on this unit, any monkey with a screwdriver can install it why pay for that, have something decent put in - it will cost more than 300 bucks though.
Check out the video surveillance section on my website at http://www.keepsafesystems.ca. There is abut more information on there which may be of help
Good luck on your new business venture, it's a hard slug but definately worth it in the end.
Good Thing I looked at the picture. Slight difference between a security system and a surveillance system. I hope you aren't expecting sirens to ring when someone walks in.
As for installation, unfortunately one of my customers bought the same unit from Costco here and they ended up having me install it.
Not a big deal, it is really easy. It comes with fixed length cables. 8 pin plug type similar to ethernet. The monitor itself is very large in comparison to anything modern I would sell. It does however have an RCA output for an extra monitor. The image quality is moderate at best, so don't expect any court submissable images or even the ability to recognize a face unless it is about 5 feet from the camera. Lenses are crap but if it is costs you are willing to cut...
Now for the actual valuable advice and things to consider.
- Don't aim the camera's at windows with the potential of bright sunlight behind them or the image will be washed out.
- Depth of field is a large consideration, do not expect the camera's to pick up detail over a large area - They are intended for small area's of focus. You may be able to see activity but images will be unintelligable.
- Florescent lights cause some image problems
If you do end up forking out the cash to have someone install a surveillance system for you, don't waste any money on this unit, any monkey with a screwdriver can install it why pay for that, have something decent put in - it will cost more than 300 bucks though.
Check out the video surveillance section on my website at http://www.keepsafesystems.ca. There is abut more information on there which may be of help
Good luck on your new business venture, it's a hard slug but definately worth it in the end.
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