I need to set up at least one remote camera and may end up with two at the remote location. It isn't far; it is about 850-900 feet from the house/wired network connections, with the wired connection being some 50 to 60 feet above the remote location. But there are scattered trees between the two points mostly blocking the view.
I would like suggestions for a 'bridge' to connect the remote camera(s) that would be powered by batteries initially (will add solar later if it all works out). It is remote so there are no other networks or neighbors within at least a half mile. The available batteries are 12V Lithium and I would prefer to run off of 12V, but could maybe go to 24V (these are older batteries and I've read that it is suggested not to use them in series, or if you do, limit it to 2 batteries, so 24V).
I understand there are different types of POE, although I don't know most of the nuances. (I think) I would like the remote 'bridge' unit to use standard, 802.3af/at POE since, I believe, most of my cameras do, as they are mostly connected to 802.3af/at POE switches. Current cams are mostly Reolink, the two most recent being a RLC-1212A and RLC-811A, and some Amcrest the most recent being a IP8M-VT2779EW and IP8M-2496EB-V2, but I may purchase a new camera for the remote location.
I am retired and on fixed income, so I need to minimize costs (and mistakes which is why I'm asking for a bit of help). I have a bit of tech background and have set up my own outdoor network. I have multiple routers and access points around the property but all are wired, so I have no experience with any type of long range wireless connection.
Could anybody possibly suggest what type of hardware I should consider, and mention why?
Thank you for your time and consideration. Have a great day!
Bob
I would like suggestions for a 'bridge' to connect the remote camera(s) that would be powered by batteries initially (will add solar later if it all works out). It is remote so there are no other networks or neighbors within at least a half mile. The available batteries are 12V Lithium and I would prefer to run off of 12V, but could maybe go to 24V (these are older batteries and I've read that it is suggested not to use them in series, or if you do, limit it to 2 batteries, so 24V).
I understand there are different types of POE, although I don't know most of the nuances. (I think) I would like the remote 'bridge' unit to use standard, 802.3af/at POE since, I believe, most of my cameras do, as they are mostly connected to 802.3af/at POE switches. Current cams are mostly Reolink, the two most recent being a RLC-1212A and RLC-811A, and some Amcrest the most recent being a IP8M-VT2779EW and IP8M-2496EB-V2, but I may purchase a new camera for the remote location.
I am retired and on fixed income, so I need to minimize costs (and mistakes which is why I'm asking for a bit of help). I have a bit of tech background and have set up my own outdoor network. I have multiple routers and access points around the property but all are wired, so I have no experience with any type of long range wireless connection.
Could anybody possibly suggest what type of hardware I should consider, and mention why?
Thank you for your time and consideration. Have a great day!
Bob