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  1. J

    Long time lurker

    Must have been http://www.cam-it.org/ because I was trying to figure out my Foscams and Blue Iris. I was brought here when I discovered "Blue Iris Tools" (which is awesome) some months back and have been perusing this site ever since. No offense meant... Just another result of being a newb...
  2. J

    Camera guidance

    I think I'm going to pack it in for the day... You've all given me much more to consider and for that I'm very grateful! I've sent a long PM to milkisbad along with a schematic of our proposed system. In addition to "Reason 4" the SO has added an additional criteria, all interior cameras MUST...
  3. J

    Camera guidance

    Good to know! I'm glad you're speaking from extensive experience. I rely on that! I'm starting to study up on these. When you say WD models, are you referring to the Hikvision brand cameras? I've looked at the demo output for a 2MP Hikvision DS-2DF7284-A (video link below) and it seems like...
  4. J

    Camera guidance

    Thank you! I'm going to look into these further as I get time. We will probably opt for at least 2 of the high dollar PTZ speed domes. Our experience (and our disappointment) with our Foscams has made us want some high quality PTZ cameras outside. What cameras do you personally use, and are...
  5. J

    Camera guidance

    Looks like I have some research to do!
  6. J

    Camera guidance

    Thank you both for your responses. We want to be in the $200 ~ $300 (maybe more) range for the PTZ, IR outdoor cams and under $150 for the indoor stationary cams. We tried a few off brand "cheap" cameras and decided that wasn't for us. At this point we're only interested in "name brand" cameras...
  7. J

    Camera guidance

    Hello! We've been running a 10 camera setup for a few years hardwired to Blue Iris. We love the setup and it functions exactly like we want. We just built a new house and want to have a similar setup but would like to improve the cameras. Right now we run all Foscam units (FI8918W, FI8904W...
  8. J

    Long time lurker

    Hello everyone! I've been a lurker here for a few years and finally decided to participate. I hope I don't become too bothersome in the weeks to come!