gillbot Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 I currently run ContaCam software along with yawcam (for a 720p webcam to convert it to an ip cam) and two trendnet TV-IP751W cameras. The wireless on the trendnet cameras suck as it drops constantly and even 6 feet away with 1 wall it diminishes the signal so much it nearly renders them useless. Resolution is low but for general use they work ok. What I'd like is to expand but the last few cameras I purchased were garbage and were returned already. I'm also cheap so I don't want to spend loads of money only for them to not work out well or have a terrible image. My plans: 1) At least one 1080p camera pointing out front to give resolution to see faces or plates clear enough. It can be inside in a window so wired is fine and probably more reliable. 2) two cams on the my garage, one inside preferably with decent night vision just to keep an eye on things within. I have power line networking out there for reliability. The second would be outdoor mounted on the front of the garage looking down the driveway 3) two or three cams inside one downstairs covering my office which also houses valuables and other items. the others perhaps upstairs covering the entry doors 4) one in my daughters room looking out her bedroom window covering the back yard and the side entry of the garage I've purchased so many cameras and they don't seem to work well or at least with contacam. I'm looking for camera suggestions and perhaps a better software suite that has better compatibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 I currently run ContaCam software along with yawcam (for a 720p webcam to convert it to an ip cam) and two trendnet TV-IP751W cameras. The wireless on the trendnet cameras suck as it drops constantly and even 6 feet away with 1 wall it diminishes the signal so much it nearly renders them useless. Resolution is low but for general use they work ok. What I'd like is to expand but the last few cameras I purchased were garbage and were returned already. I'm also cheap so I don't want to spend loads of money only for them to not work out well or have a terrible image. My plans: 1) At least one 1080p camera pointing out front to give resolution to see faces or plates clear enough. It can be inside in a window so wired is fine and probably more reliable. 2) two cams on the my garage, one inside preferably with decent night vision just to keep an eye on things within. I have power line networking out there for reliability. The second would be outdoor mounted on the front of the garage looking down the driveway 3) two or three cams inside one downstairs covering my office which also houses valuables and other items. the others perhaps upstairs covering the entry doors 4) one in my daughters room looking out her bedroom window covering the back yard and the side entry of the garage I've purchased so many cameras and they don't seem to work well or at least with contacam. I'm looking for camera suggestions and perhaps a better software suite that has better compatibility. Lorex :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted August 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 Funny you mention that. They have been in my eBay/amazon watch list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 (edited) I have 6 clients on the Lorex Systems. I DO NOT dislike them. KillJoy PS - I have one in my home. Edited August 19, 2017 by KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supplicium Posted August 14, 2017 Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 I just setup a http://www.defender-usa.com/ wireless 4 cam. It works great, took 15min to setup all the way. Night quality is insane and cheap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted August 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2017 Which system do you have in particular? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted August 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 Ended up picking up a set of Foscam C1 cameras and so far so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 I just setup a http://www.defender-usa.com/ wireless 4 cam. It works great, took 15min to setup all the way. Night quality is insane and cheap! The reviews on Amazon are pretty bad with this system. Seems like a lot of frustrations, even someone going back and downgrading their first review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supplicium Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 I have not come across anything mentioned in any of the bad reviews. I literally plugged the DVR in and all the cameras synced up automatically. Took less than 15min to be up and running with the mobile app working flawless and night time quality is 3x what I expected. Alot of bad reviews mention the support line, I called them to order it and they were located in Iowa and I spoke with very nice educated americans no robo receptionist. The reviews are so far from my experience I am inclined to say those are fake reviews. FYI I have the 4ch Wireless setup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-Mart Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 Lorex :thumbup: KillJoy Any suggestions for systems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 Any suggestions for systems? Depends upon the application. I have installed the BNC and Ethernet versions. Honestly, running the lines are the most difficult parts. The PTZs are nice, and the night time vision is above decent IMO. :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-Mart Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 I think I am going to buy two systems so I don't have to run too many lines. It would cover the main entrances and eliminiate the headache of running lines. The thing about cameras is once you install them, you will likely never need them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Try Zoneminder Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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