Video Surveillance for Home or Business
Make sure that you do your research!
Ask questions!
Buy 4K/8-12 Megapixel (4K is 4 X Higher Resolution than 1080p)
► NVR = Network Video Recorder (NEW Technology – CAT5e, CAT6 Data Cable)
► NVR systems use Power over Ethernet (PoE) to Power the Cameras over the CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet Cabling.
► NVR systems use IP Cameras (unless you use an adapter to allow use of an older technology Analog Camera)
► NVR systems process the video/data at the camera rather than on the recorder
► NVR recorders receive digital signal from cameras, so video quality is BETTER than a DVR at same resolution
► Ethernet cables (NVR) carry audio, so all cameras with microphones could record audio to the NVR
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DVR (OLD Technology – Coax Cabling) (Less Expensive)
► Coaxial cable does not provide power to the camera, there are actually two cables included within one covering, a power and video cable.
► DVR systems transmit analog video signal, which results in a lower quality image compared to NVR systems. (Siamese cable)
DVR systems transmit analog video signals and processes the video/data at the DVR/recorder
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Make sure that your outdoor cable to camera connection is in a waterproof housing or your modular connections will rust/corrode and stop working
Do not slow your home WiFi network down by using a bunch of wireless video cameras on it, or it will slow down your gaming, streaming, and internet usage
Do not use battery powered cameras unless you plan to check, charge, and/or replace the batteries often (do you want to be up on a ladder in the rain replacing a battery?
Do the cameras that you’re looking at require 110/VAC Power? (regular power outlet) How much is going to cost to get an Electrician to install the 110/VAC Power to your new camera location? Can you even find an Electrician who will do that type of work? Where is he going to run the power from?
Floodlight Cameras can only be hardwired (100V-240V). If you do not already have an existing 110/VAC Power junction box, one can be installed, however, you must hire a Licensed Electrician for this.
ECS is a Video Surveillance Contractor located in Seattle, WA & Portland, OR.
Seattle & Western Washington
Efficient Communication Solutions, Inc. (ECS)
3702 West Valley Highway North, Suite 302, Auburn, WA 98001
Customer Service: 253.886.5444
Email: service@goecs.com
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Portland & SW Washington
Efficient Communication Solutions, Inc. (ECS)
15800 SE Piazza Avenue, Suite 102, Clackamas, OR 97015
Customer Service: 503-658-8500
Email: service@goecs.com
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