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Jay Roman

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Hey everyone, I just ordered

2x IPC-T5442T-ZE
&
2x PFA130-E - junction boxes

From Andy.

I need to first test the locations, and find which are the best locations.

But I am curious is there anything else I need to buy ?
What kind of ethernet cables ?

I also know about the grease to prevent the water corossion.

Anything else i should pre order now ?

I already have a compatible NVR
 
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Make sure whatever cables you buy are solid copper and not CCA (copper clad aluminum). If they are pre-terminated make sure they are terminated in 568B. If you're terminating them use 568B.

The defacto cable is CAT6 although CAT5e is also suitable. Make sure the jacket is rated for the use. CMR for use in walls or plenum rated for use in air handling areas like above suspended ceilings. If cabling outside, use a gell filled weather resistant cable and consider conduit as well, even with the outdoor cable.

If your NVR does not have built-in PoE you will need a PoE switch or PoE injectors to power the cameras.
 
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for the permanent final camera mount.

use on each outside rj45 connector
dielectric grease
quality electrical tape
rubberized self-amalgamating tape
 
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Jay Roman said:
Hey everyone, I just ordered

2x IPC-T5442T-ZE
&
2x PFA130-E - junction boxes

From Andy.

I need to first test the locations, and find which are the best locations.

But I am curious is there anything else I need to buy ?
What kind of ethernet cables ?

I also know about the grease to prevent the water corossion.

Anything else i should pre order now ?

I already have a compatible NVR
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HI @Jay Roman

For testing, this is a good deal: ( not in wall )

2 for $12 + Free Shipping
Promo Code: 75PATCH

 
Jay Roman said:
I was hoping to not have to drill holes.

Could i just route these along my roof/soffit and maybe tape/glue them along it.

The less holes i have to drill, the better
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If you are going to have the cables exposed, then you need to get outdoor rated cable. Specifically that is UV resistant.

Most of the folks here do not run cable exposed. But you could.
 
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got a picture or drawing of your camera placements?
 
samplenhold said:
If you are going to have the cables exposed, then you need to get outdoor rated cable. Specifically that is UV resistant.

Most of the folks here do not run cable exposed. But you could.
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I run around exposed, just not with cable :)
 
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Jay Roman said:
Lol


Lol i had to read this three times lmao.

I haven't set up my cameras yet. Just bought a new house , so i first need to find the best camera placements.

Any tips on finding the best camera placements spots ??
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for those folks to advise you, we would need a layout of your house, backyard, frontyard, driveway, surrounding area. And what you are critical upon (folks at door? intruders in driveway? clowns in backyard?). You'll get great advice here the more you share.
 
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Jay Roman said:
Any tips on finding the best camera placements spots ??
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See this thread as it might give you ideas on how one evolves a plan.

Why I Like Redundant Views/Multiple Cam Views

A lot of newbies ask for help with their camera setups and most think that they can get by with a single cam to cover quite a bit of area. While that is possible if all you are interested in is a wide-angle overview, it usually will not give you a great chance of getting a face shot good enough...
ipcamtalk.com ipcamtalk.com
 
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Holbs said:
for those folks to advise you, we would need a layout of your house, backyard, frontyard, driveway, surrounding area. And what you are critical upon (folks at door? intruders in driveway? clowns in backyard?). You'll get great advice here the more you share.
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Layout of the house



 
samplenhold said:
See this thread as it might give you ideas on how one evolves a plan.

Why I Like Redundant Views/Multiple Cam Views

A lot of newbies ask for help with their camera setups and most think that they can get by with a single cam to cover quite a bit of area. While that is possible if all you are interested in is a wide-angle overview, it usually will not give you a great chance of getting a face shot good enough...
ipcamtalk.com ipcamtalk.com
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Cannot wait to read this
 
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Jay Roman said:
Super rough drawing. Uploading a youtube video of a walkthrough I did recently. Will post the link when it's done
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what is the distance from front of house to sidewalk?
are you concerned about driveway observations or just the front yard area?
 
Holbs said:
what is the distance from front of house to sidewalk?
are you concerned about driveway observations or just the front yard area?
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Shoots maybe 5-10 feet.

The yards is fully fenced. But I'm super close to the street. No sidewalk at all.

I am concerned about all 4 sides honestly. But especially concerned with the front, side, and back yard along with the garage side.

That jungle can house anything. Buy there's a military base on the other side of the jungle.
 
Jay Roman said:
Shoots maybe 5-10 feet.

The yards is fully fenced. But I'm super close to the street. No sidewalk at all.

I am concerned about all 4 sides honestly. But especially concerned with the front, side, and back yard along with the garage side.

That jungle can house anything. Buy there's a military base on the other side of the jungle.
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I like to help folks cause this site and the folks here helped me greatly in my time of need. But I am drinking right now (hahahaha) so will get back to you shortly!
 
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