Review of Q-See QSNDVR4R 4 Channel MJPEG Digital Video Recorder w/Internet Monitoring & USB Port for Backup

I chose this Q-See QSNDVR4R for 2 reasons 1) it has a network jack for internet connectivity/monitoring 2) price.It works most of the time but has some serious shortcomings.

The software to monitor over the internet is terrible.You are severely limited as to what you can do when playing back events and I've found that the software will actually crash (the DVR!) if you are unlucky enough like I have been with it.It will also allow only one machine to connect and so if you leave it connected from one machine and then need to get to it from another you are out of luck as there is no way to disconnect the first machine remotely.Occasionally when you disconnect properly it does not exit cleanly and then you need to reboot the unit to get back into it.There is also not a graceful way to shut down the unit so you just have to pull the plug and hope your data does not get corrupted

Running in 24x7 record mode it works like a champ, and seems like this is what it was really designed to do.However, if you want it to monitor motion-triggered events and then play that over the internet (or your local network) it really doesn't work well, and sometimes not at all.It has no means of contacting you (via email or text message, for example, when it sees motion where its shouldn't be), which would be nice, and you have to use the proprietary software instead of a web browser which would really make it more versatile when you aren't at a machine where you have the special software loaded (a friends house or work, perhaps).

Unless you are in the market for a bargain basement unit that you don't plan on actually needing to monitor very often remotely I would look elsewhere.This *is* a cheap unit and clearly a case of "you get what you pay for".I'll be selling mine for cheap and will do some more research on a better unit for my replacement purchase.

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The Q-See 4 Channel Digital Video Recorder has an RJ-45 connection for Internet monitoring - providing rock-solid, easy-to-use performance.Ideal for multi-camera law enforcement, industrial, commercial and individual applications. With up to four cameras connected, you can monitor four locations at a time and record into the HDD. With the RJ-45 connection you can even monitor remotely from anywhere through a LAN or the Internet.

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Review of TRENDnet SecurView 7-Inch Wireless Internet Surveillance Camera and Photo Monitor TV-M7 (White)

This unit works OK with older TrendNet IP cameras, but is not compatible with their newer cameras using 802.11N wireless and/or newer web server firmware, such as the TV-IP512WM.According to their support people, there is no plan to upgrade the TV-M7 for comatibiity.

Also, it does not appear to be able to control the camera steering on a camera such as the TV-IP422W.

Altogether, a disappointing purchase.

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The world's first 7” Wireless Internet Camera and Photo Monitor connects to your wireless network, detects wired and wireless TRENDnet Internet Security Cameras and streams camera video in real time. Trendnet TV-M7 Wireless Internet Camera Monitor Kit also acts like a photo frame-it displays photo slideshows, plays personal videos and music.Users previously needed a computer to view Internet camera streaming video. Now they can view video even when their computer is turned off! Monitor up to 4 TRENDnet Internet cameras on one screen or scan between them. View key entry points, property, public areas, baby rooms and other sensitive areas in real time.Mount the high resolution LCD monitor vertically, horizontally or on a wall. Use the remote control to view and store content from a wireless network, built-in memory or from a memory card.

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Review of Lorex 8 Channel Triplex Surveillance DVR with 250GB Hard Drive, Integrated DVD-RW & Internet Remote Accessibility

LOTS OF NICE FEATURES BUT DON'T TRY CONNECTING A VGA MONITOR TO THIS DVR IF LATER IN THE FUTURE YOU WOULD LIKE TO USE THE TV VIDEO OUTLETS. THIS WILL RENDER THE COMPOSITE OUTLETS USELESS AND TO NEVER WORK AGAIN! I'VE TRY RESETING AND REMOVING THE INTERNAL BATTERY TO TRY TO GET THIS DVR BACK TO ORIGINAL STATE, TO NO AVAIL. IF YOU START OUT USING THE TV OUTLETS AND NEVER CONNECT A VGA MONITOR TO THE UNIT, YOU PROBABLY WOULD NEVER KNOW THERE WAS A PROBLEM. I HAVE TWO OF THESE CVR'S. LOREX TECHINCAL SUPPORT CAN'T HELP, BECAUSE THEY DON'T THINK THERE'S A PROBLEM OR WON'T FESS UP TO IT.

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8 Channel Internet Remote Surveillance DVR with 250GB HDD, DVD-RW Optical Drive and Triplex Technology

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Review of D-Link Wireless Internet Camera DCS-G900

I purchased the DCS-G900 in August and it works as advertised. It can be accessed and administered with just your web browser (type the camera's IP address into the address bar), or you can use the IPView Lite SE that comes with the camera to gain some extra features like Motion Detection, multiple camera control (up to 4) within the same IPView window and the ability to rotate the image 90 degrees (the internal camera settings will allow you to only mirror and\or flip the image, not turn it 90 degrees).

The max resolution is 640x480 (300K pixels), so it's not the same quality as a mega-pixel digital camera, but I have it trained on the front door at my place of business and I can recognize the people coming and going.

I tested the email feature and it works great.Enter the same credentials you use to log into your regular ISP mailbox, enter a recipient's address and you're off and running.

I installed the IPView software specifically for the Motion Detection feature.The camera is still always on and displaying a live picture, but when motion detection is enabled, it also automatically starts/stops recording any activity causing change in the camera's image.The amount of change in the image required to activate the recording is adjustable using a SENSITIVITY slider.The downside to that is now I need a computer up and running just to host IPView and provide storage space for the recordings....They could have built the motion detection functionality into the camera, but then you'd still need storage space for the recordings and we'd probably being paying more for the camera.

The Power and Link LED lights can be set to NORMAL, so folks can see the thing is actively working, or OFF, so it doesn't grab anyone's attention, or DUMMY, which makes them blink randomly so people can't tell if they're being seen or not.

I too initially had a problem getting the camera to locate my wireless network but it wasn't the camera's fault.Like any good network administrator, I disabled my wireless router's ability to broadcast my network's SSID (name), which effectively means there was no network name for the camera to find.If you momentarily enable the SSID broadcast on your wireless router, your camera should be able to find the network and complete the handshake.Once your camera has made the connection, you can once again disable the SSID broadcast and leave it disabled (until you want to connect another device).

I haven't used the FTP feature, but if it works as well as the email feature, you should be happy with the result.

I can't speak about the quality of customer service, as there was no need for it.

For the price and quality of this camera, you can't go wrong!!

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D-Link introduces its newest member of the D-Link SECURICAM Network of Internet Cameras: the DCS-G900. A full-featured surveillance camera, the DCS-G900 connects using 802.11g to your existing wireless network. The DCS-G900 features a high quality glass lens and CMOS sensor to capture high-quality MJPEG video.Controlling your camera is made simple using the included IP View Lite SE Software. IP View Lite SE manages up to four DCS-900 series or DCS-950 series cameras simultaneously. Using IP View Lite SE, you can set your camera to record whenever it detects motion, on a set schedule, or to record manually.Alternatively, you can view a live feed and take snapshots with any ActiveX or Java -enabled web browser, making it ideal for capturing a moment no matter where you are. Web-based camera access works with both PC and Mac.By signing up with one of the many free Dynamic DNS services available on the web, you can assign an easy-to-remember web address to the camera. Remotely access your camera without having to remember the IP address, even if your Internet Service Provider changes it.The DCS-G900 adheres to the Universal Plug & Play (UPnP) specification, which allows computers running Windows XP to recognize the DCS-G900 and automatically add it to the network. The DCS-G900 can be accessed and viewed from "My Network Places" as a device on the network.

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Review of Intellinet Network Ip Camera, 550710

The Intellinet IP Camera Model 550710 is a performer.I ordered it to provide both security and monitoring at our business AND to be able to access the view anywhere in the world through the web.Setup is fast (although assigning the IP address is a little complicated for a non-network tech like me - I simply called my internet provider and we got the settings set up, you do need to request a static IP address).The picture is very sharp and clear, and the software it comes with is clear.For the price, this is a durable and effective little camera.

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The Network IP Camera is a true networking device using an embedded operating system that streams live video to your PC or website. Simply type-in the camera's IP address on your web browser and view live, full motion video: no additional software require

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Review of 4UCAM Pan & Tilt IP Network Camera IR Night Vision Video Audio Color digital Zoom Motion detect

The camera we ordered didn't work on arrival. It was physically intact and the light came on, but it could not connect to the LAN.By the time we verified it was broken by discussing with DBROTH technical support over email (which was not very helpful) and a local IP camera expert, the period for returns had already passed.In the meantime, we needed a working camera urgently for our baby and bought another one.That said, DBROTH was very nice to eventually give us a refund for the camera anyway, even though we returned it late.

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This pan tilt IP network IR (night vision) camera will keep an eye on your homebusiness or school while you're awayallowing you to remote access its video feed with any standard web browser - anytimeanywhere.N280 is a fully-featured surveillance system that connects to an Ethernet or broadband network to provide remote high-quality video and audio.The N280 Network Security Camera has a pantiltand digital zoom function that can be controlled from the Web interface. Pan the security camera up to 180° horizontally and tilt it up to 60° vertically. The pan/tilt speed can be adjusted to your preference. 4x digital zoom lets you remotely zoom in on all the action for close-up viewing.Everything needed to get started is included with the N280 IP Network Camera. Simple installation proceduresalong with the built-in Web-based interface offer easy integration into your network environment. Powerful surveillance software is included to enhance the monitoring and security management of the N280. You can record video to your hard driveand set up motion detection to trigger automatic recordingor email image. The N280 IP Network Camera is a cost-effective and versatile security solution for your home or business. Visit our website for a test drive this IP cam.[Package contains:]* One network camera* Adapter Cable* Network Cable* A/V Cable* CDROM* User's manual

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Review of D-Link Wireless G Internet Camera

D-link really needs to figure out why this camera locks up all the time. Their knowledge base only says to unplug it and plug it back in when it locks up (so D-Link obviously knows this is a problem). Sure enough, that does the trick, but when it locks up while you're accessing it remotely from the internet (i.e. you're simply not home to unplug it and reset it), you're out of luck -- camera is dead until you get home to fix it. This maddening problem really ought not to exist in a 400 dollar camera.

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The DCS-5300G is a full-featured surveillance system that connects to a wired Ethernet or802.11g wireless connection to provide remote high-quality video and audio. It provides advanced technology with DDNS and UPnP support. The DCS-5300G also has a pan, tilt, and zoom function that can be controlled from the Web interface or from your remote control. It comes with a CCD sensor that provides a sharp and clear image. The built-in microphone adds sound to the video. Record streaming video that utilizes high quality MPEG-4 Compression to your hard drive, enable motion detection and set up automated email alerts for security. Simple installation procedures, along with the built-in Web-based interface proved a low-cost wireless solution capable of meeting demanding security and home/office monitoring needs.

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