by David Feller | Apr 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
DVR features and Input/Outputs: This is a big section – How to choose a DVR? It is the same process as choosing any other piece of equipment, a combination of feature tradeoff with cost. So, features: Number of Inputs: Pretty straightforward, how many camera do you...
by David Feller | Feb 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
Why are you doing this? Why install a surveillance system anyway? Obviously this is a personal matter whereby you are balancing intruder detection, identification, general property surveillance, and more importantly some way to make you feel safer in your own home or...
by David Feller | Oct 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
One of the biggest topics to cover, and perhaps the one with the most controversy since there are so many available products out there and each has its own distinct features and installation options. I will be discussing a few specific products and brands, but see the...
by David Feller | Aug 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
Chapter 7: Proper Terminations Media Cabinet Organization: Note that these instructions are given using a basic configuration of having coax, telephone, and Ethernet in a single media cabinet. Adjust your plans based on the layout that best fits your needs. For larger...
by David Feller | Aug 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
Chapter 8: Things to avoid Daisy chain telephone Yes, you can save wire by installing phone lines the “old fashioned way” and simply string a single wire from room to room, but don’t be fooled. A “Home-Run” installation with each room...
