ur gonna have cables, quite big ones tbh unless you go for ip cameras, then ull have a small cat 5 to hide cable running is the hardest part tbh they make them in black too. the ones you linked to can be knocked or moved easily by a nefarious person
I invented a new word - Nefario a couple of years ago. its true though, bullet cameras can be easily defeated because you can get hold of them. Turrets are more secure
Hi again, im sat down properly now. The thing with CCTV is that you need to decide what you want to achieve with it, and what you expect to be able to do with the images. You also need to think about what you want them to see, where you are going to fit them, and therefore where to run the cables. if you live in a house, it might be an ideal height to fit them to the wall at 1st floor skirting level, so the cables can go straight into the house and be hidden under carpets etc. People often put the recorders in a bedroom, so they are less likely to be nicked with the living room TV. You will also want a cable to your router so you can view on your phone. Then, think about where you want to view it, if your fine with viewing on a laptop, or want it on a TV, most can output a HDMI signal, and a composite video baseband signal. the picture quality of cameras varies a lot. Its not just the megapixel count but the infra-reds on them etc. They want to be sat at about 8ft from the ground or you will only see the top of things. IP POE cameras require a single cat 5 cable, that you can terminate yourself, others require a coax and power so its a bit bulkier. I would say its definitely a job for a moderately competent DIYer, spend the money on kit rather than an installer.
Yeah, well, I'm immunised against those who choose to be critical of others having a bit of a laugh. This is what enjoyable membership is all about. I have had, and will continue to have, great camaraderie with @blink, and I knew he would take my trademark sarcasm in the vein it was intended. If others choose to be critical, so be it. I am on record as stating that a 'downvote' is a means of offering criticism without justification. Here, we have a clear-cut example. On the other side, I acknowledge each and every person has the right to interact with their fellow members as they wish. I will gracefully accept this golden boot up the backside rather than adopt a nefarious manner and object.
Cheers Stuish for the tip off; a flaw that could easily have been earlier brought to my attention. Now rectified.
