DIY HOME NETWORK CABLING
I would like to set up a home network security system, any suggestions?
I would like to install up to four cameras, connected to my home network. Has anybody put together a cheap DIY surveillance system in their houses? What did you do?
A few specifics:
- I would like to be able to record up to 24 hours of mid to high quality color video.
- I would like motion detection to trigger recording, and send an email alert.
- I have a few spare computers I can dedicate to monitoring/recording.
- Wireless would be great, but I can easily run my own ethernet cables, or rca cables.
- Sound is not necessary.
- I can set up complicated systems with no problem if it means saving a few bucks by not getting a fancy all-inclusive surveillance system.
- The ability to watch cameras remotely would be nice.
- I currently have a Linksys N wireless router.
This is good video surveillance: software http://www.deskshare.com/video-surveillance-software.aspx. Security Monitor Pro can monitor, preview and record from up to 16 cameras simultaneously. You can get inexpensive (wired or wireless) IP cameras, I use TrendNet, or you can use a combination of IP and USB cameras. Motion detection to trigger recording, sending email/cell phone alerts with photos, uploading photos and videos, all the features you want and, more are in this software. It is inexpensive at $89 for 2 cameras, and you can add more cameras as you need to.
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