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I do not recommend this to any one. There is no way to adjust the zoom so that you can get the coverage you need. These cameras are horrible. I purchased a system with 8 cameras and all of them have difference coverage area.
I recommend this camera for security recordings. (Think Bobble-head) I had to improvise the installation to provide a solid connection to the building. The camera "head" is far too big and heavy for the base. I haven't had to call for support, but I wouldn't expect gold star support for $100 cameras.the only problem I had all winter was a smudge on the lens. (Note: Tivo does not support this use. Picture quality is good, night recordings are good.
It was a hassle at the time, but the camera has been worth the money spent. I installed this camera on the roof in September 2007, and it still performs well after a hard winter. The specs say it will work down to 32 degrees (f), but if worked well even though we had numerous days below zero. That's a sweet setup.
The fast forward ability of a Tivo allows me to view a summary of activity is seconds. the recordings are deleted as needed by the Tivo to make space for new recordings. Tivo, Inc. Perhaps they've made the newer units with better bases.
It broke very easily. I was considering a call to the factory to demand a technician fix the problem on site, but a high-tech Q-tip solved the problem.The camera is connected a Dual-Tuner Tivo, and the tivo is tricked into thinking it is a satellite dish. has the right to do whatever they want to your Tivo - and they will)I just remembered: installation was a bit of a hassle because of the base which holds the camera steady via a very thin aluminum thumb screw. it never seemed to be bothered by the brutal winds or temps.The camera had exposure to snow and rain, and more snow, and now rain rain rain rain and freezing rain.the camera is shielded from the north wind, and sits approx 3 feet under a small overhang, but the lens of the cam is not protected by this overhang.
Their software update killed my first setup, and I had to find this work around. The schedule is setup to record 1/2 hour "shows", every 1/2 hour. My application has low level street lighting which provide enough light to give me a clear picture of the activity. I can still record regular shows on one tuner while the camera is being recorded on the other tuner.
Full color and night vision she can keep taps on the baby with peace of mind without inference and privacy concerns since it is hard wired and not wireless. Been thinking about purchasing more in the future. I have been looking for a good baby monitor and none of them seem to have good reception and privacy. You will have to drill a few holes to get set up and run some wire but its worth at the end. (You will have to have a cheap baby monitor for sound). So I bought this camera to put in the baby's room and hook to our television in the bedroom and living room television. My wife loves it.
I have been very happy with these cameras. This Camera has great picture quality, good resolution, good range, crisp night vision, all at an affordable price and in a low profile. I have 3 of these in a 4 camera set up, and plans to replace the one off.
i found this camera to work very well, images were sharp and clear with good night vision compaired to others i have had in the past,i would like to see it come with a wide angled lens for more area coverage its a bit tight for the area i want to cover,i will see how well it works this winter as it gets much colder here then its rated for.
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