Security Cameras?

ken r

I just bought a security system at a police auction, but it didn't have cables for the cameras. What kind of cables do I need and where do I find them?

Answer
Radio Shack. Most camera systems use RG-6 or RG-59 just like cable television. You can buy the cables with the end connectors already on them, or just buy the cable by itself and buy the end connectors and a crimping tool and put them on yourself.

Also, I have no idea what you will be using to monitor the cameras. Depending on what it is the ends that connect to the monitor, DVR, etc. will usually be different than the ones that connect to the cameras themselves. I recommend taking the system with you when you go for the cables. Good luck.

My husband and I own a security company.

What is a good do it yourself wireless indoor security camera?

I need ans

I'm looking for a indoor only "security" camera system that's wireless.

Can you recommend any good ones?

It's mainly to keep an eye on my elderly mom. Just in case she falls or something.

Oh, it also needs to be viewable on a computers at home and away.

Thanks

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Wireless camera systems are convieniant but they're not secure, anyone could watch your mom. Wired systems are much better.

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How much would it cost to set up Home Security Camera system?

ferretkiss

I would like to put some security cameras around the outside of the house, because of trouble with the neighbors. I would like to view what the cameras see, later. I think I would need at least three cameras, one on the car in the street, one on the front porch area, and one on the back yard area. Or maybe two in the front.

What is the best way to do this?

About how much would it cost?

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It depends what you want to do with the video.

An inexpensive consumer 4-channel surveillance DVR is about $300.
Add in a 500 gig hard drive for about $70 (records the video).
4 cameras - Average $100 each for outdoor rated, night vision, so $400... budget around $1,000 for a low-end, multi-camera, system.

The expensive part is the labor. Are you planning to install it yourself? How will the camera's wires get from the camera to the DVR? Thinking "wireless" cameras? They still need electricity - so is there power where you want to install the cameras?

Actually, "wireless" security cameras use more wires than wired ones... The camera needs power (1 wire) and transmits video wirelessly to a base station. The base station needs power and a wire to the DVR. Total = 3 "wires". A wired camera has one long "combo" cable that carries video and power.

How do you want to monitor that video? The DVR has a video-out connection that can connect to any TV with a working, available, composite (yellow RCA jack) plug. More expensive DVRs can be added to a computer network...

Frys (and Frysdotcom) has a good selection of security and surveillance stuff...

Anyone Know of a good outdoor security camera dealer in southwest florida near venice or sarasota ?

dane

I need to find a store that sells do it yourself security camera systems near Venice or Sarasota Florida

Answer
go online to this site...it's great.
I have on my home and garage 3 camera's (wireless with sound) a flood light that sends a chime to the inside when someone comes to my driveway.
you can also use the cameras to turn on light inside the house at night.
sounds complicated but it really isn't...check out the site you won't be disappointed.

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How much to install 16 camera security system?

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Connor

I was just wondering about how much ONLY an installation would cost for 8 outdoor cameras? This includes wiring and mounting and all that. Thanks!
I'm saying like if we had a professional come and install it, we all ready bought the system.

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Well over a grand unless you install it yourself. About 700 bucks if you do a little comparative shopping and install it yourself.

Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

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Anyone Know of a good outdoor security camera dealer in southwest florida near venice or sarasota ?

best do it yourself security camera system image

dane

I need to find a store that sells do it yourself security camera systems near Venice or Sarasota Florida

Answer
go online to this site...it's great.
I have on my home and garage 3 camera's (wireless with sound) a flood light that sends a chime to the inside when someone comes to my driveway.
you can also use the cameras to turn on light inside the house at night.
sounds complicated but it really isn't...check out the site you won't be disappointed.

Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

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Anyone Know of a good outdoor security camera dealer in southwest florida near venice or sarasota ?

best do it yourself security camera system image

dane

I need to find a store that sells do it yourself security camera systems near Venice or Sarasota Florida

Answer
go online to this site...it's great.
I have on my home and garage 3 camera's (wireless with sound) a flood light that sends a chime to the inside when someone comes to my driveway.
you can also use the cameras to turn on light inside the house at night.
sounds complicated but it really isn't...check out the site you won't be disappointed.

Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

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Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

best do it yourself security camera system image

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

How much to install 16 camera security system?

Connor

I was just wondering about how much ONLY an installation would cost for 8 outdoor cameras? This includes wiring and mounting and all that. Thanks!
I'm saying like if we had a professional come and install it, we all ready bought the system.

Answer
Well over a grand unless you install it yourself. About 700 bucks if you do a little comparative shopping and install it yourself.

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Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

best do it yourself security camera system image

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

How much to install 16 camera security system?

Connor

I was just wondering about how much ONLY an installation would cost for 8 outdoor cameras? This includes wiring and mounting and all that. Thanks!
I'm saying like if we had a professional come and install it, we all ready bought the system.

Answer
Well over a grand unless you install it yourself. About 700 bucks if you do a little comparative shopping and install it yourself.

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Anyone Know of a good outdoor security camera dealer in southwest florida near venice or sarasota ?

best do it yourself security camera system image

dane

I need to find a store that sells do it yourself security camera systems near Venice or Sarasota Florida

Answer
go online to this site...it's great.
I have on my home and garage 3 camera's (wireless with sound) a flood light that sends a chime to the inside when someone comes to my driveway.
you can also use the cameras to turn on light inside the house at night.
sounds complicated but it really isn't...check out the site you won't be disappointed.

Home security camera surveillance-how much does a basic set up cost?

LJ

Lost of crime in my neighbor and interested in home camera surveillance. Is it expensive and is it worth it?

Answer
You can purchase a variety of different systems, ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand. You probably don't need the most expensive systems (unless your house is huge). A good option would be to place external security cameras in areas that a thief would most likely pass through before he entered your home. You can then attach the security cameras to a DVR so that they only record when there is activity.

However, I think its important to point out that while security cameras are great, they are only one (optional) component of home security. Your first goal should be a home security system. You can purchase these online and install them yourself. They are the same models as you would receive from ADT or Brinks, but at a fraction of the cost, since you do the actual installation (which is not that difficult). The site below is a good resource for home security systems and camera systems. Good luck.

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