cctv novice

[J.C.E]

Want to be able to add cctv installation to what I can offer on rewires etc.
never done anything cctv related or read much about it before now

If I was to buy this kit:

4 Camera IP Eclipse CCTV Kit With 1080p IP Anti Vandal 2.8-12mm Varifocal Dome Cameras in Graphite - http://www.miecctv.co.uk/4-ip-camera-kits/4-camera-ip-eclipse-cctv-kit-with-1080p-ip-anti-vandal-28-12mm-varifocal-dome-cameras-in-graphite.html

so locate the NVR in a position- then cat5/6 from each camera back to the NVR
also a cat5/6 from the router back to NVR

is this a good kit to get? and good price?

few questions:

whats difference between varifocal or fixed cameras- can varifocal cameras be directed from the monitor?

does this kit need a monitor or is that just an opinional extra? say if the customer just wanted to view it on their phone or computer?

 

[LeeH]

Varifocal are adjustable in range. A 6mm lense will have more 'zoom' then a 2.8mm. A 2.8mm will have a wider field of view.

Only PTZ cams can be moved, these start from £120 per cam for a chinese import.

You don't need a screen, just use one of the apps online it log into the camera UI bu putting the IP address into your browser.

It's easy, I have 4 cams now at home all recording 24/7 with remote access. You need a really good upload speed to remote access at full resolution though.

Hickvision is a great choice as you can get grey imports for little money.

POE makes installation a doddle.

You will have to do a little router configuration to open ports for remote access so a little IT knowlage will help.

However, I taught myself all this in a day or so it's not difficult.

I'm not a pro installer, just a hobbyists.

HTH.

 

[LeeH]

That looks ok to me but I've got a feeling night vision maybe a little poor unless it's really close to the object your watching.

But you can fix that with addition IR if needed.

 

[DPG]

One other tip, although I'm not an expert on the subject of CCTV - always take the night vision distance figures with a pinch of salt!
Also, decide whether remote PTZ will actually be any use in practice - will you be watching and ready to use it?
Daz

 

[LeeH]

Varifocal are adjustable in range. A 6mm lense will have more 'zoom' then a 2.8mm. A 2.8mm will have a wider field of view.

Only PTZ cams can be moved, these start from £120 per cam for a chinese import.

You don't need a screen, just use one of the apps online or log into the camera UI by putting the IP address into your browser.

It's easy, I have 4 cams now at home all recording 24/7 with remote access. You need a really good upload speed to remote access at full resolution though.

Hickvision is a great choice as you can get grey imports for little money.

POE makes installation a doddle.

You will have to do a little router configuration to open ports for remote access so a little IT knowlage will help.

However, I taught myself all this in a day or so it's not difficult.

I'm not a pro installer, just a hobbyists.

HTH.

IVE CORRECTED MY FAT FINGERED MISTAKES IN THE QUOTE.