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I had cameras installed in new construction in 2016. My plate was full so I trusted the person that recommended/installed/etc... I am not saying they did nothing wrong though. However, I feel the quality of picture I’m getting and the functionality is lacking. Mostly the quality of picture and...

Um. No. You don't. In fact, an electrician is probably the LAST trade you want anywhere near datacom lines. I'd rather have a plumber do it - at least they know what a minimum bend radius is. Want some horror stories about new construction prewire jobs done by the contracted electricians and...

If you decide to go w/an Dahua OEM NVR - I prefer the NVR5216-16P-4KS2x series - it is not much more than the 8 port version, better model than the 4xxx FYI - the purpose to run N+1 cables to each location is multiple: 1) You'll often find you want to install just one more camera in a...

I'm doing a whole-home reno and an addition (basically all new construction at this point), and I'm about to have cable run for cameras. I've spent way, way too long reading and planning and now I need to give the OK on final placement. The front & sides are kinda straightforward, but the...

Welcome Mercfh, "I've checked out the cliffnotes, and basically i've heard that turrets are better than Domes or Bullets. I like the look of Domes and Bullets better...are they that bad? " The cliff notes represent a significant amount of invested time to create from the knowledge and...

Looking for some guidance from the brain trust for actual camera selection based upon our layout and known distances. This is a new construction, the known distances are identified in red. For example, from the cameras to the rear of the house to the road are 150' from the road. The rear cameras...

i'm not an HVAC , builder, construction ..etc anything. so this is just an amateur observation. that said, seeing soft ducts and some of the other "styles" of how wiring is run ..etc reminds me of when I was seeing it in TX and NC. New construction I've seen within Colorado lately I always saw...

10/17: SOLD 10/9 edit: Final price reduction, lowered to $175 shipped. I bought this Starlight unit from Andy at Empire in July of this year for $218 (receipt available), and just got to hanging this and other cameras on my new construction home this weekend (9/30). Unit was mounted, updated...

interesting thread. Question though.....won't looney's idea not work? I see OP's post as a before and after. I could be mistaken but doesn't looney's suggestion show the camera behind the triple 2x12 girder and 6x6 post? I wonder if you can use a standard 7 or 8" recessed lighting for new...

It’s not the voltage you need to worry about as much as long as it’s 16-24v. What you need to check is the VA rating of the transformer. If it’s a 10va like most new Home builds uses, it’s too small. It will likely work but you may have issues at times. There are numerous forum posts for all...

I doubt I need a new transformer. This is a new construction house and others in the neighborhood installed the nest doorbell and ring pro without replacing the transformer. I will try and check the voltage when I get home tonight.

Please assist with recommendations on the # of cameras needed and placement for new construction home. Attached is a site map highlighting doors and windows. The home sits on a corner lot. I highlighted all doors/windows. Draft design on cameras, however I have no clue on proper coverage or...

I'd prewire for outdoor motion sensors in a few key locations. Wiring to media or office locations is pretty important. It is possible to over do it on the wiring, but running more wires than you think you need is good advice. The builder will probably want you to do low voltage cabling after...

...don't wan't to just see the tops of heads. Mounting a camera higher can make sense in some situations, but a lens with more zoom and looking farther away is necessary for best results. Be sure to search for things like "new construction" Search Results for Query: "new construction" | IP Cam...

Building a new home and I will be running IP camera wiring very soon now that framing is done. What is the proper way to terminate the wire outside under the soffit. Should I install a low voltage box and then use a cover plate with RJ45 keystone or should I just run the wire straight to the...

Building a new house. Framing is about done and I want to get a plan together on how best to power the IR illuminators I want to install for each area. Since pulling cables is easy at this point, what would be the best solution? My initial thought is to locate the illuminator in a different...

Where I am, the codes have gone more towards using reinforced brick and concrete due to hurricanes. Impact windows are also mandatory in any new construction here in Florida, whether it be residential or commercial construction. Earthquakes are not much of a worry. My home actually has a poured...

Hi all, Have a newly constructed house that I just got the keys to. I didn't get a chance to do anything while the house was being built by the builder so have to do all my wiring work now. I want to setup approximately 10-12 IP PoE cameras using BlueIris but had a few questions regarding the...

I know the NVR from them is fully ONVIF (profile S) compliant so that end is fine. If its their cameras that should not matter as long as I can still use other cameras as well. I'm also not scared to try and cross flash something to other firmware. If I brick something that will be on me (might...

tangent, Thank you for your response and interest in helping. FYI, this is a new construction and I have not move in yet. I did the pre-wiring during building phase. So, this is just pre-wire; no installation yet. All wires are centralized on a rack that is going to be localized in the Bonus...

Hi Digdoug, Remember those cameras give you about 25 feet to the 100 ppf point ( aka ID distance ) during daylight conditions ( in theory ). Also remember you can add 2 Dahua OEM starlights to the kit if needed to cover the spots which need better low light coverage.

I'm trying. Newbie here. I'm not sure what this is telling me. My home isn't in the maps yet because it is new construction. I entered the camera model and I'm trying to determine exactly what this means.

Hi there - I'm so glad I found this forum! I've been wanting to do a project like this for some time, but I wasn't too sure how to get started. Good news: I work in IT and like to tinker. Bad news: my extent of IP camera/security experience is little to none. I have an decently rated wireless...

You really don't need to decide on the exact camera or nvr models yet. It might be helpful to have 1 camera on hand, but don't focus on the electronics fun as they may be. You need to focus on the cabling and installation locations including other interior networking and cabling. The cabling...

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New construction house, decided to throw everything on a wall in the laundry room. I hate having clutter around the house, heh. Currently doing amcrest 4mp and 8mp poe ip cameras with DW spectrum with a mini pc and network storage. This hobby has turned into an obsession! Anyone else go...

Hello, Helping out a church to decide on the system they want to install on the old church , and point to parts of the parking lot, main gate, also pointing to the new church construction that will start soon, side of the old church and the rear of the old church. Church is on a big lot, so need...

This cannot be emphasized enough. Wire is cheaper and faster than fighting with Wireless. (Especially if you have neighbors close.) And if you are talking about new construction, there shouldn't be much of a cost difference between running 2 wires and running more. If your builder wants to...

Thank you for the helpfull tips, but ... We live in Europa country: Netherlands. House what we built is with stones and concrete and little wood (ceiling of the 2nd floor, stairs, and the inside doors) So concrete floor under the house on 10 meter long poles. Inside walls are from limestone...

Hi j4co, Sounds like you're soon ready for some fun when they put up the framing! I've made some notes esp for new construction, let me know if I should add anything. Thanks! New Construction additional notes: Before the drywall goes up is the most affordable time to add wiring. Pull wires...