majordisorder Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 We've had a few break-ins near us recently and I'd like a bit of CCTV coverage outside, any recommendations for an external day + night 1+mp camera? (not wireless, POE would be fine). Any good software recs too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Panasonic for a single cam it comes with the software or Y-cam http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Computers-Networking/Network-Cameras/Residential-IP-Network-Cameras/model.BL-C160A_11002_7000000000000005702 http://www.y-cam.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coolhead Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 You really want mega-pixel plus? That's pretty cutting edge. Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 MEga pixel mega bucks.... http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Computers-Networking/Network-Cameras/Commercial-IP-Network-Cameras/model.BB-HCM735_11002_7000000000000005702 High spec analogue cam with proper IR illumination is the best option IMO add a network encoder if you want IP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majordisorder Posted January 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 I had a basic cctv "set" before that cost around £50 with ir and a base unit that could be hooked up to a tv / recorder but the quality was awful. There are certain trouble makers in our village who whilst well known to plod seem to evade capture through lack of evidence. If I do fall victim to them I want to make sure I get the best quality I can (although £400+ seems alot for a camera). I'd assumed that a standard vga (640x480) wouldn't give enough detail especially at night? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coolhead Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 An IP set-up will need a PC running to record the images. A 540 line camera and an IP server box will give adequate quality and cheap running. DVR camera Another option is separate camera body and a selected pre-set zoom lens in a standard outdoor enclosure. The lens choice is by far the biggest quality issue. Most cameras use the same sensor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 (edited) DOnt worry about res Tesco use panny IP cams as till watchers (have look next time your in a tesco) having the wrong lens is a bigger issue on fixed cams, CCTV isn't doesn't need to be especially good quality. But plod doesn't seem to like doing anything else these days i had SOCO out and they asked about CCTV (none available) suggested they print the door, oh we'd have to send that off too a lab! Y-cam have some demo units hooked up via their website Panny may have too. The pannies work well in dim light (dark to the human eye) and soem models switch to B+W when lux drops, they can falir when lights come on. Networkwebcams are very helpful and website is good http://www.networkwebcams.co.uk/ If you want MEga Pixel http://www.networkwebcams.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=1027 Otherwise http://www.networkwebcams.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=753 would be my choice. PoE makes life alot easier Edited January 6, 2011 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petethegeek Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 An IP set-up will need a PC running to record the images. Or a variant thereof such as this NAS device which comes with this application as part of the bundled software. (There's even an 'app' available which enables you to monitor the output live on your favourite flavour of fondlephone.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyb Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Axis or Sony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pavman Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 i just fitted a 4 cam wired system K Gaurd from Maplins http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=454337 i have the base unit and screen locked in the garage it has 24/7 recording etc... switches to night vision had a couple of minor problems now sorted such as power supply to feed extra cable runs as you cant run more than 60 mt on the one supplied due to voltage drop. you do have to keep cleaning the cam lens as rain water will starlight the pic but apart from that I am very happy with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klunk Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Hi Major! I have one of these CLICKY, the black 'S' model, with the outdoor 'shell' housing, and it works a treat. You can use it wired or wirelessly, it's up to you. Highly recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Slightly off topic but-our CCTV cameras at work have to be set up by the installing company who "blank out" parts of the viewing screen because the cameras look out onto a housing development-when you look closely at the houses (which you can zoom into if you want) the windows of the houses are totally out of focus-its obvious why but are home units supposed to do the same?-just wondered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Slightly off topic but-our CCTV cameras at work have to be set up by the installing company who "blank out" parts of the viewing screen because the cameras look out onto a housing development-when you look closely at the houses (which you can zoom into if you want) the windows of the houses are totally out of focus-its obvious why but are home units supposed to do the same?-just wondered. some can and some can have the obscured section unlocked by code Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibs Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 (edited) Some advice when you mount it. There is limited value to CCTV which shows a few distant shadowy figures in poor quality entering an area at night as very limited help in identifying people. You want close images with good light. For example a natural point of passage or entrance etc. The fact you have had a break in will not be in dispute and distant images of figures will just confirm what you already know. Some good close up clothing / facial images of people coming in or passing through on the other hand will be of benefit in identifying, catching and prosecuting. Edited January 7, 2011 by Dibs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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