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I just bought a security system recorder (for the caboose and layout) that is missing the cameras. After reading some reviews it seems that missing the cameras may be a good thing as there were several negative comments about the cameras normally included.
I suspect that other MLSers have installed surveillance systems around their homes and layouts so they may have personal experiences and recommendations of which cameras work well and which do not - outside in the day and night.
There are multiple purposes for the system including letting me know (and recording) what is happening outside that I cannot see (active monitoring) and also to watch for wildlife (recording when and where they appear) followed by security for the trains etc. both in the caboose and on the layout outside of the caboose.
The variety of cameras available tends to be overwhelming when it comes to finding a good balance between the lowest reasonable cost without ending up with worthless video.
I would appreciate hearing what experiences others have had (good and bad) with outdoor camera systems that are used with a recorder (DVR). I need something that will record well at least 20 feet away at night.
If there is a forum elsewhere that would be better for finding this information I'd like to know about it as well.
Thanks,
Jerry
I suspect that other MLSers have installed surveillance systems around their homes and layouts so they may have personal experiences and recommendations of which cameras work well and which do not - outside in the day and night.
There are multiple purposes for the system including letting me know (and recording) what is happening outside that I cannot see (active monitoring) and also to watch for wildlife (recording when and where they appear) followed by security for the trains etc. both in the caboose and on the layout outside of the caboose.
The variety of cameras available tends to be overwhelming when it comes to finding a good balance between the lowest reasonable cost without ending up with worthless video.
I would appreciate hearing what experiences others have had (good and bad) with outdoor camera systems that are used with a recorder (DVR). I need something that will record well at least 20 feet away at night.
If there is a forum elsewhere that would be better for finding this information I'd like to know about it as well.
Thanks,
Jerry