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    Anybody try the new Hikvision ColorVu 8MP ?

    I have the 4MP version of their 24/7 color camera and it is pretty darn good at night time. Full color and very clear. I saw they released an 8mp version rated at .0005Lux. Also has a built in mic for audio. Anyone have any user experience with it? Thanks in advance, James
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    Lightning strike issue

    Had a severe lightning strike at the house during the storm yesterday. Took out my cable modem, router, garage door opener and most importantly my LTS DVR. It appears that even though I had the thing plugged into a CyberPower ups/surge protector it took a hit from one of the cameras IP...
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    CyberPower CP850PFCLDC UPS/Surge protector users?

    This thing>> https://www.amazon.com/CyberPower-CP850PFCLCD-Sinewave-Compatible-Mini-Tower/dp/B00429N18S Anyone here using it and have any feedback to share? I like the pure Sinewave feature and the surge joule rating is the same as its big brother 1500 series unit. I do not need a lot of...
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    Comparison of LTS 5MP turret to their 2MP Ultra low light turret

    For those who are curious or wanted to see day/night comparison. Both cameras mounted at the same location side by side. Factory settings. Neighborhood is totally dark. No street lights, no driveway lights...2MP has a FOV of 86.4 degrees, the 5MP has a FOV of 63.5 degrees. Both are 4mm lens
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    Cat 6 cable/connector and crimp tool selection

    I already have the Klein VDV226-107 compact crimp tool. Klein Tools VDV226-107 Compact Ratcheting Modular Crimper - - Amazon.com I plan on getting the CAT 6 UTP bulk roll; 1000FT 23AWG Cat6 500MHz UTP Solid, Riser Rated (CMR), Bulk Ethernet Bare Copper Cable - White (alternative is PID # 12787)...
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    WD 6TB PURX vs PURZ?

    What is the user benefit to one vs the other? The "X" is labelled as the original version and the "Z" as the new version. I see that the new has larger sizes available but is there any technical benefit of say the new 6TB over the original 6TB? Operating specs look the same as far as read...
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    4MP vs 3MP vs 2MP for night vision

    I did some reading on this site with regards to the benefit of lower MP resolution when it comes to night vision using the IR light. More pixels, more noise, pixel cramming, light leakage across pixels.....I was looking at some 4.1MP LTS turrets (CMIP3042W) for example. Would I really be...
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    16 channel LTS NVR advice

    Looking to get some LTS Turrets for indoor and outdoor use and I want to get a 16 channel NVR. Anyone have some experiences good or bad or suggestions/recommendations for an LTS 16 channel NVR? Initially I'm going to have about nine cameras but I want room for future expandability, all channel...
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    Noob here, introduction...

    Hello all of you experts.. My name is James. I have been lurking around trying to learn about home surveillance setups. Which of your forums would be best to ask questions about some specifics on LTS components? I think I already have my NVR picked out, but need some assistance on camera...
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