I have a very specific setup requirement for setting up a security camera. I have a remote cabin with no power. I'd like to power the camera with a 12V battery and solar charger (that parts easy for me). I wanted an external mic and was going to wire the security camera to a PIR. When the PIR (which uses very little power) senses motion, it turns the security camera on and also some external 940nm LED floodlights. I'd also like to record in full HD video and only need to check the footage when I arrive at the cabin (no internet out there). Based on all of my reading on this site, the HFW5231E-Z12 seems like the best choice. I was hoping someone could help me make sure this is the right choice and answer a few questions about the camera and terminology in general. I appreciate any help or suggestions in advance.
1) Both links from the "IP Cam Talk Cliff Notes" show the HFW5231E-Z12 as out of stock. Did the Z12 get replaced by a newer version or is it really out of stock?
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2) If the camera says “Micro SD memory” that means I can save to a micro SD on the camera right? No NVR needed? I'd hate to have to power up something other then the camera if possible.
3) I assume there would be no problems with placing a large 12V battery in one location and then running wires from the battery 30-50ft to the camera to power it.
4) Whats the difference between E-PoE and PoE?
5) What's the difference between the IPC-HFW5231E-Z12 and the HFW5231E-Z12E?
6) Whats the difference between Ultra Varifocals vs Varifocals?
1) Both links from the "IP Cam Talk Cliff Notes" show the HFW5231E-Z12 as out of stock. Did the Z12 get replaced by a newer version or is it really out of stock?
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2) If the camera says “Micro SD memory” that means I can save to a micro SD on the camera right? No NVR needed? I'd hate to have to power up something other then the camera if possible.
3) I assume there would be no problems with placing a large 12V battery in one location and then running wires from the battery 30-50ft to the camera to power it.
4) Whats the difference between E-PoE and PoE?
5) What's the difference between the IPC-HFW5231E-Z12 and the HFW5231E-Z12E?
6) Whats the difference between Ultra Varifocals vs Varifocals?