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[Jgonz]

Hey everyone, I’m looking for recommendations on a 16 channel POE camera set up for my 2 flat in Chicago. I will be installing 11 cameras right away and more later. Also, would you recommend bullet or turret cameras?

 

[bigredfish]

Recommend the 5 series Dahua NVR's.
Our member @EMPIRETECANDY has a store and rebrands Dahua and many of us have used him for years.
EmpireTech NVR16CH-16P-2AI 16 Channels 1U 16PoE 2HDD Network Video Rec

As to turrets vs bullets, its mostly a matter of preference. I like bullets where possible outside as they generally have stronger IR (more LEDs) and better depth of field. But really its a minor distinction.

 

[Jgonz]

All of my cameras will be installed outside. Do turrets perform well in cold temperatures, snow and rain. They will be on the side of the property so they will all be exposed to the Chicago weather

 

[wittaj]

Turrets work fine in all weather conditions.

 

[looney2ns]

Be sure to read here: cliff notes

 

[mat200]

All of my cameras will be installed outside. Do turrets perform well in cold temperatures, snow and rain. They will be on the side of the property so they will all be exposed to the Chicago weather

Hi @Jgonz

How well cameras do outdoors, with snow and rain is very dependent on how well they were installed to keep the elements out ...

iirc we've had a number of threads covering this topic .. hint look for : Junction box, coax seal / silicone stretch tape, drip loop(s), electrical tape, silicone caulking, di-electric gel .. )

 

[garycrist]

Andy has a web site so look it over too. You are just in time for his raffle and big Thanksgiving Sale.
Also are package deals NVR w/ cameras too.

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[EMPIRETECANDY]

Turret is the most shape camera here, IPC-T54IR-ZE IPC-54IR-AS

but the famous bullet cams here are for very long range watching, some use it as LPR camera with some further DIY settings.
Like IPC-B52IR-Z12E and 4MP IPC-B54IR-Z4E

 

[TonyR]

Hi @Jgonz

How well cameras do outdoors, with snow and rain is very dependent on how well they were installed to keep the elements out ...

iirc we've had a number of threads covering this topic .. hint look for : Junction box, coax seal / silicone stretch tape, drip loop(s), electrical tape, silicone caulking, di-electric gel .. )

+1^^^.
As here:

HikVision DS-1280ZJ-DM21 correct way for a watertight installation

Can I have some help with how to correctly install the following please Junction box: HikVision DS-1280ZJ-DM21 IP cam: HikVision DS-2CD2347G1-L(U) The IP camera comes with a waterproof gland that seals the RJ45 connectors together in a watertight fit but I didn’t manage to get it to fit into...

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