Home CCTV Recommendations.

kerny · 20 May 2014, 20:22

I'm looking at replacing my cctv cameras they are 9 years old now and they record onto my home p.c. not dvd.

Can anyone in the know or trade recommend a decent system for 4 cameras (colour) for outside use and that can also be monitored by using a smartphone.

Festinghouse · 20 May 2014, 21:03

you old fart, we are now past dvd and moved onto hard drive recording! bet you still use a vcr dont you!

mick · 20 May 2014, 21:24

There are some now that come with an app so you can watch anywhere

kerny · 20 May 2014, 21:27

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Originally Posted by mick

There are some now that come with an app so you can watch anywhere

Thats what I want Mick seen some in B+Q but the cameras don't look very robust.

mick · 20 May 2014, 21:32

Wouldn't by owt from B&Q look on tinternet

colcreate · 20 May 2014, 21:37

I've just been there and done that!

3 Sony cameras, two 1000TVL Bullet Vari-Focal & 1 Vari-Focal 1000TVL Dome.
1 iSmart Qvis Atlantic 4 channel DVR with a 1tb hard drive.

I have it streaming online so can view on an iPhone or Ipad using a free App, or on a laptop using IE.

It took a couple of days to install and about a week to figure out how to view on the net but it was worth it!

Still exploring all the features and settings but so far so good.

mick · 20 May 2014, 21:51

Can get mine on phone at home but not away not sussed that yet

colcreate · 20 May 2014, 22:13

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Originally Posted by mick

Can get mine on phone at home but not away not sussed that yet

If you can connect while using your wifi but not when your using another connection such as 3g then you need to check your ip port numbers.

mick · 20 May 2014, 22:15

Yes that's what I understand

Crusher · 20 May 2014, 23:30

I installed a Swann system about 2 months ago. I'm VERY pleased with it. 500gb hard drive and up to 4 cameras, (came with 2) and not alot of money at all.
Free download app, so you can view from anywhere.
Recommend you go for the 'pro' cameras and I think they are very good.
Just search swann CCTV in eBay, there are hundred to choose from

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kerny · 20 May 2014, 23:48

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Originally Posted by Crusher

I installed a Swann system about 2 months ago. I'm VERY pleased with it. 500gb hard drive and up to 4 cameras, (came with 2) and not alot of money at all.
Free download app, so you can view from anywhere.
Recommend you go for the 'pro' cameras and I think they are very good.
Just search swann CCTV in eBay, there are hundred to choose from

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Thanks for that Crusher, I have just had a quick look on fleabay and like you say plenty to choose from, I will have a good look tomorrow

Peter_C · 21 May 2014, 05:47

My recommendation would be nothing less than a 900tvl system. That is the camera resolution. Anything less just doesn't have enough resolution to be clear enough to make out a persons identity. A 2 terabit DVR will give you plenty of recording time. Nothing less than 1tb.

My system is a Swann setup with 8 cameras. I set mine to only record on motion, which of course can often be bugs. Should an event happen it will most likely be during the day, and I can quickly go back and find the event. It can be viewed on my iPhone, iPad, and my laptop.

You have to pass 4 "No Trespassing" signs to get to our house. No one pays attention to them. I put up two "Smile You Are On Camera" and let me tell you...traffic all but stopped driving up our driveway. I put cameras everywhere, and even had to buy 200ft cables for the cameras that watch over our private driveway. I catch every car coming and going...plus a few turkeys, some deer, foxes, and the racoons.

Pikey Dave · 21 May 2014, 06:00

I fitted a Swann system to my Mothers place after a local scrote tried to doorstep her. Got it from Makro for under £200. 4 external cameras & 500gb HDD. Not had much success with the remote viewing yet, but I suspect that's a router issue.
Can't fault the kit for the money though.

bedajim · 21 May 2014, 08:22

I'd something like

Qvis NVR-4POE for the recorder

Qvis AMB-MB1.3 for the cams

They connect with RJ45 connections and are plug and play

I've got a crimp tool if you want to borrow one

Jim

kerny · 21 May 2014, 12:18

Thanks for your input on this guys.... does this seem like a reasonable package....

Swann DVR8-1260 8 Channel DVR 1TB CCTV Security System 4 x PRO-535 Cameras | eBay

neil.mccrirrick · 21 May 2014, 13:00

Swann SWDVK-914254F 9 Channel D1 CCTV Security Kit With 4 Pro-535 Cameras

this is £100 cheaper. I'm no expert, same manufacturer so there must be a reason why, but still 1tb drive, can take 8 cameras, comes with 4 and does night vision?

kerny · 21 May 2014, 15:22

I have just purchased these..... thanks Neil saved more than £100 and thanks from everyone else for your input.

Swann DVR9-1425 9 Channel 1TB DVR CCTV Security System 4 PRO-535 [REFURBISHED]

Crusher · 21 May 2014, 15:55

Hope your as happy with it as I with mine Kerny. Make sure you let us know how you get on with it.

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kerny · 21 May 2014, 18:29

Thanks for the heads up Crusher the camera fixing seems to be a lot better than the ones I have now which are quite flimsy.

kerny · 28 May 2014, 20:11

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Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

Not had much success with the remote viewing yet, but I suspect that's a router issue.
Can't fault the kit for the money though.

You can get the SwannView app on your Android / iphone Dave.

I wanted to fit mine today but was stopped by the heavy rain but hopefully I should have it done on Saturday and have them up and running.