Security Cameras

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Crawlingtoy

Veteran Member
I had someone try and break into my office last night (again) and have been looking around for a security camera system. I would like something that is hooked up to the net, so I can check it out at home, does anyone have any experience with this?

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ssbn sailor

ssbn sailor

Senior Member
Crawlingtoy said:
I had someone try and break into my office last night (again) and have been looking around for a security camera system. I would like something that is hooked up to the net, so I can check it out at home, does anyone have any experience with this?

TIA
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I would recommed a wireless camera system with small cameras that are not visibly installed. Most of these systems can be patched into a PC so you can access it from anywhere in the world through your PC.

Note: If the cameras are easily seen by a potential burglar, they can be disabled by spray paint or other means. Thats why I would recommend buttonhole cameras that are not easily seen but have a high resolution. Some even have night vision capability.
 
hitssquad

hitssquad

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Security smoke for office break-in risk

Crawlingtoy said:
I had someone try and break into my office last night (again)
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The most-effective security technology is smoke.

http://www.smokecloak.com/home/?lang=en
securityinfowatch.com/article/article.jsp?siteSection=408&id=6384
http://www.protectglobal.com/ss5.sspx

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tanstaafl

Has No Life - Lives on TB
Sharper Image has a motion-activated camera that stores full-motion images on a memory card. You can buy a bigger card to store more minutes. You connect it later via USB cable to your computer and play the movies with Windows Media Player or other similar programs. The camera looks like an alarm clock, so you'd have to place it where a clock would seem appropriate. The advantage to this is that it's completely standalone and self-contained.

Cheaper Than Dirt has a pinhole camera that conceals the lens in what looks like a Phillips head screw, but you'd need a VCR or DVR to record the images.

There are a very large number of concealable cameras available on the Internet. Try searching for "nanny cams" and just pick your particular taste. Heck, there's even one concealed in an exit sign, something you see everywhere in a business and never give a second thought.
 
idelphic

idelphic

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ssbn sailor said:
I would recommed a wireless camera system with small cameras that are not visibly installed. Most of these systems can be patched into a PC so you can access it from anywhere in the world through your PC.

Note: If the cameras are easily seen by a potential burglar, they can be disabled by spray paint or other means. Thats why I would recommend buttonhole cameras that are not easily seen but have a high resolution. Some even have night vision capability.
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Wireless can be hacked or jammed. Take this in consideration...

We do DVR work for a company. Have a look as this site www.remoteeyes.com
I would suggest getting cameras with good and brite IR (Infra Red) LEDs. This will allow the camera to see in the dark.

We are able to remote access the server, from 4 - 16 cameras on site or remotely.

YMMV - Smart home has some options as well.
 
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Crawlingtoy

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I have seen the x10.com set ups. Think that they are any good? A friend that does security locally recommended them too.

The problem I am having is with low-tech bum types that I doubt would pass on enough beers to buy anything serious enough to jam a wireless connection.
 
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Crawlingtoy

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Because I live in a small town, where you can pretty much look at some one and know who it is, because the only people that even know what is in this building is people I know.

I just can't figure out who it is, YET!
 
SurvivalRing

SurvivalRing

Rich Fleetwood - Founder - author/coder/podcaster
Crawlingtoy said:
I had someone try and break into my office last night (again) and have been looking around for a security camera system. I would like something that is hooked up to the net, so I can check it out at home, does anyone have any experience with this?

TIA
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Hi ct, I've got tons of electronics catalogs, including sec. cam stuff specific...

Wireless spy stuff, hidden pinholes, you name it.

Do you have broadband at the office? For $300 or so, you can get a web enabled swivel cam, with lowlite, builtin server, and ethernet connect...simply plug in, set up, and control from home.

I'll dig out the catalog tomorrow after a couple of meetings.

Rich
 
SurvivalRing

SurvivalRing

Rich Fleetwood - Founder - author/coder/podcaster
This is what I would recommend, if you can fund it...does all you need, low light, motion sensor, email notification, etc...complete all in one solution..

Regarding jamming...if you got a run of the mill burgler/crackhead/etc, there AIN"T gonna be no jammer...:lkick:

If someone has a jammer, and more, nothing you can do will let you catch them in the act....:shkr: :shkr: :shkr:

Rich

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...Sku=D700-5156&SRCCODE=GOOPROD&CMP=OTC-FROOGLE

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D-Link DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera
Remotely watch and listen with the D-Link SECURICAM Network™ DCS-5300G Internet Security Camera. DCS-5300G is a fully-featured surveillance system that connects to an Ethernet or wireless broadband network to provide remote high-quality video and audio. Using the latest 802.11g wireless technology, the DCS-5300G securely communicates at a maximum wireless signal of up to 54Mbps*.

You can safely access and control the DCS-5300G using Internet Explorer version 6 from anywhere in the world. Watch and listen remotely as the DCS-5300G captures both sound and video of your site. The DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera uses a CCD sensor that provides sharp and clear video with lifelike color representation.

The DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera has a pan, tilt, and zoom function that can be controlled from the Web interface or from the included remote control. Pan the security camera up to 270 degrees horizontally and tilt it up to 90 degrees vertically. The pan/tilt speed can be adjusted to your preference. 4x digital zoom lets you remotely zoom in on all the action for close-up viewing.

The DCS-5300G adheres to the Universal Plug & Play (UPnP™) specification which allows computers running Windows® XP/Me to automatically recognize the DCS-5300G and add it to your network without requiring additional configuration. The DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera can be accessed and viewed from “My Network Places” as a device on the network.

By signing up with one of the many free Dynamic DNS services available on the Web, you can assign an easy-to-remember name and domain to the camera (e.g. www.mycamera.myddns.com). This allows you to remotely access your security camera without having to remember the IP address, even if it has been changed by your Internet Service Provider.

Everything needed to get started is included with the DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera. Simple installation procedures, along with the built-in Web-based interface offer easy integration into your network environment. A powerful surveillance software is included to enhance the monitoring and security management of the DCS-5300G. You can record high quality video to your hard drive using MPEG4 compression, playback video, monitor as many as 16 cameras on a single screen, and set up motion detection to trigger automatic recording and e-mail alerts. The DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera is a cost-effective and versatile security solution for your home or business.

DCS-5300G Wireless Security Camera comes with detachable antennas with reverse SMA connectors. By simply attaching a D-Link Wireless antenna, you can increase the wireless range of the DCS-5300G.

Specifications

Audio:
24Kbps
Built-in omni-directional microphone
Video Resolution:
Up to 30fps at 160x120
Up to 30fps at 320x240
Up to 10fps at 640x480
General I/O:
1 Opto-isolated sensor input (max. 12VDC 50mA)
1 relay output (max.24VDC 1A, 125VAC 0.5A)
Camera Specification:
1/4 inch color CCD sensor
AGC/AWB
Electronic shutter: 1/60~1/15000 sec.
Fixed focus glass lens, F2.0, 1 LUX
Pan and Tilt Direction Control:
Auto pan and auto patrol mode with preconfigured stops
Pan: Range 270 degrees
Tilt: Range 90 degrees
Ports:
10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
Audio/Video output
External microphone input
External I/O
Networking Protocol: TCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP, FTP, Telnet, NTP, DNS and DHCP
Connectivity: Wireless 802.11g, Wired 10Base-T or 100Base-T Fast Ethernet
Security:
128-bit WEP encryption
Administrator and user group protected
Password authentication
Viewing System Requirement Protocol: ActiveX

Power Input:
External Power Supply
12VDC 1.5A
LEDs:
(1) Power
(2) POST, connection, and heartbeat
Video Algorithm Supported: H.263+ (MPEG4 Short Header Mode)
Remote Management: Configuration and system log can be accessed via WEB Browser and FTP application remotely
Dimensions: 4.0" L x 4.1" W x 4.4" H
Weight: 12.2 oz.

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sierra don

sierra don

Veteran Member
Hi crawlingtoy,

I currently have two cams set up here at my house. One looks over the front and the other is in my greenhouse. I also ordered a wireless ip webcam (should be here tomorrow) pan,tilt and al that stuff.

It really easy to set this stuff up and be able view your stuff from any where yau can get on the internet.

I don't really use it for security but mostly so I can see what is going on at home when I am at work. Especially when it starts snowing, good reason to leave work.
I work at 100' or so elevation and live at 4000' so the weather can be quit different.

I use this software called Active Webcam...You can down load a free version otherwise its not very expensive to purchase ($29). I have used it for about a year and a half and it works great.

It has lots of useful features, such as (ftp, email, streaming, updated static image), motion detection, motion detection within a certain portion of the cameras field of view, if mutiple cameras, can be set to rotate between each camera, cameras can be user/password secured, can record, record only if motion.........I could go on and on about the features this software has.

They also have a list of the cameras that the software hase been tested on. The d-link mentioned earlier was on the list.


Here is a link to their site....................
http://www.pysoft.com/ActiveWebCamMainpage.htm

The software also allows the computer that it is installed on to be an HTTP server so that my cameras are hosted directly on my computer here using my comcast cable. You can either have a static IP address or like I do, have a dynamic one. I pay $15 every 6 months for a forwarding service so that if my IP changes on comcast the web access can still can find my webcam


I am currently using an x-10 wireless wide angle camera in my greenhouse
a Logitech QuickCam® Pro 4000 pointing out front.

I don't really recomend x-10 cameras or software, not very good stuff.

My new wireless should be here tomorrow then I'll have 3 cams going.

This is my new one......
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16830137007




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Dobbin

Dobbin

Faithful Steed
Northern Hydraulics...

...and Surplus Center both have "simulated" security cameras that look like the real thing. They even have a blinking red LED to call attention to them and make the casual observer think they are real.

The most effective deterrent is the one that works - and the one that works best is the one that works on the mind of the intruder.

Best,
Joe
 
rhughe13

rhughe13

Heart of Dixie
sierra don said:
I use this software called Active Webcam...You can down load a free version otherwise its not very expensive to purchase ($29). I have used it for about a year and a half and it works great.

It has lots of useful features, such as (ftp, email, streaming, updated static image), motion detection, motion detection within a certain portion of the cameras field of view, if mutiple cameras, can be set to rotate between each camera, cameras can be user/password secured, can record, record only if motion.........I could go on and on about the features this software has.

They also have a list of the cameras that the software hase been tested on. The d-link mentioned earlier was on the list.


Here is a link to their site....................
http://www.pysoft.com/ActiveWebCamMainpage.htm

The software also allows the computer that it is installed on to be an HTTP server so that my cameras are hosted directly on my computer here using my comcast cable. You can either have a static IP address or like I do, have a dynamic one. I pay $15 every 6 months for a forwarding service so that if my IP changes on comcast the web access can still can find my webcam


I am currently using an x-10 wireless wide angle camera in my greenhouse
a Logitech QuickCam® Pro 4000 pointing out front.

I don't really recomend x-10 cameras or software, not very good stuff.

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I second the pysoft stuff is good, and also second that the x10 software is absolutely JUNK!!! The x10 low light cameras are no better than a regular camera either. My cheap old usb kodak color pulls in just as much light as the b/w x10.
 
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