Home security camera
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I have around 200 of these cameras (indoors, outdoors, thermal and IP) connected to 6 DVRs and they run without any issues. I think we had 1 or maybe 2 indoor units fail in the last 5 of 6 years
DngBat7
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Most the camera systems out there, Your video runs through the company’s servers giving them access and sometimes ownership of your footage. The Unifi or ubiquiti mentioned above, the footage is privately stored on your own personal network, not through some company’s servers. And it is a USA company. You can also design your system based on your needs. You don’t buy a preset package
It is amazing how poor most video security recordings are. Don't do much more than prove you stuff didn't walk away by itself.
I have a frankensystem, most Dhaua cams running Blueiris on a dedicated desktop. Can connect pretty much any ip cam. Ipcamtalk . Com was a great resource when I was getting up to speed.
A couple suggestions that are more general than specific...
1)-Cloud based storage is preferrable to an on-site recorder. If a crime is committed, the recorder is typically taken or smashed beyond operability.
2)-Keep all telecom conductors out of reach. Either high or underground. They will cut them. At the pole too.
3)-If you have to store your ladder outdoors, chain it up.
4)-If you choose a video system, at least one camera should be a license plate reader type (capable).
5)-Security lighting is beneficial. Cameras generally don't work well in low light.
There may be more, but that is what I can think of at the moment. This situation has parallels to the security of a gun safe. In other words even the strongest system can be defeated or circumvented. Just gotta do your best, and what is affordable.
Best Regards, Peter.
1)-Cloud based storage is preferrable to an on-site recorder. If a crime is committed, the recorder is typically taken or smashed beyond operability.
2)-Keep all telecom conductors out of reach. Either high or underground. They will cut them. At the pole too.
3)-If you have to store your ladder outdoors, chain it up.
4)-If you choose a video system, at least one camera should be a license plate reader type (capable).
5)-Security lighting is beneficial. Cameras generally don't work well in low light.
There may be more, but that is what I can think of at the moment. This situation has parallels to the security of a gun safe. In other words even the strongest system can be defeated or circumvented. Just gotta do your best, and what is affordable.
Best Regards, Peter.
We have a Guardian Alarm system. It comes with motion-activated indoor cameras and allows me to watch footage from anywhere in the mobile app. I also can receive personalized alerts. You can call guardian alarm customer service to find out the details if interested or have questions.
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