Would anyone recommend this camera for security purposes? Namely, to catch mailbox vandals?
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The police just caught one of two people who were clearly visible in photos from this camera. They were trying all the car doors in the neighborhood and any unlocked cars were looted, and even one car stolen that had keys in it! Police were thrilled at such a good photo to use.
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Yes, the camera works great for security because the infrared flash cannot be seen by humans. It is completely invisible.
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Hello Yes, you can see that, but i recomend you download an app from appstore called BLUEIRIS. It is the fastest smartphone aplication for this kind of security camera.
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It will be perfect for that. Unlike other cameras where you cannot use it for surveillance because a human will see the read light when it takes a picture, this one does not show the red light,... yet takes good pix at night. So that is why I bought the cameras...because it is good for surveillance.
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I don't believe so. The motion sensor wouldn't work through the glass. Sensor signals would bounce off the glass and cause the camera to snap uncontrollably. You can mount it right outside, that's what it's designed for. I use mine for the same reason at my trash station, outside all year long, rain, snow, cold & hot, nice camera works well, you will catch them red handed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the price, but can be used for sueveillance, too., August 7, 2014 By Mike Kitsko Car Rear Vehicle Backup View Camera (Waterproof) (Electronics) from http://www.amazon.com/Rear-Vehicle-Backup-Camera-Waterproof/dp/B005CTKYB4/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top I purchased 7 of these cameras. Three for our cargo trailer wirelessly transmitted to our motel room or restaurant, to move our posessions back to Calif. and 4 for surveillance aound our new Calif. home. The camera is designed for backup, temporary ON use, and the regualtor gets hot in continuous servicr. That's the hump in the wire cable. I used 4, 1N1004 diodes in sesries with the red + power lead to reduce the voltave by 2.8 Volts, and it runs much cooler. Any 1 amp diode rated at 100 volts or more will work fine. I'm running 3 camereas off this diode string. One watches the rear, one the side and one on the front watches the truck and hitch. I would coat them with RTV compound to weather proof them. Mike Kitsko ....sounds promising but i got lost at diodes....youtube has helpful video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyhzpFqXwdA
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You do not have to buy the camera supoorts motion detection triggering of email an FTP transfers. YOu can consider using BlueIris DVR software for PC or DComplex DVR Software
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This is one of eight cameras i have. This one is high in the front of my house. Not very good res., and it does not set off the motion detector. Sorry.
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Unfortunately I have no idea about GW Security. We have been using cameras and DVRs for several years and so they are all very similar. The Security System should have a manual that takes you through all of the features. Do not be afraid, you can learn all the features. I have considered putting together a training course for camera security systems. If you're interested let me know.
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Yes this is possible. The camera can both trigger an alarm system when it detects motion or be triggered by an alarm system to start recording images. It has connections where both inputs and outputs can be hooked up. Your door switch would be acting as the alarm signal.
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If you can find a location that is sheltered and doesn't have large temperature swings throughout the year you would probably be okay. I have 3 of these cameras on my front and back (covered) porches and they have held up great. If you are looking for something you can mount on the side of your house you will want to look elsewhere.
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If you have given direct battery connection, it can record vandalism at front and the rear with the motion sensor. But there is no video coverage at the sides.
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yes but be warned, this is not a license plate recognition camera if thats what you intend to use it for.
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I've been using this camera for a couple of months now. It does operate very well with the built in motion detector. The quality is good enough to get a good picture of your porch. When used with the Nexia Home Intelligent service, you can set to record for a nice length of time and also access real time when you setup an automation to alert you when camera detects motion. Hope this helps
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No, It would not be worth the effort to try and do that. It is a very basic camera and requires old technology. It is cheap and effective if you are wanting to watch the front desk or something of that nature.
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Yes! I have mine set up at an entry door to my house. I get an alert within seconds of motion. Then I can use the app to view the video. At any time you can use the app and see what the camera sees. It's a great investment for peace of mind.
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Sure, this system supports email alerts under motion detection mode, you can set it from the DVR, thanks.
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Yes, this would work fine for that. In addition to the motion detector, use the window/door sensor... Great idea!