I have some suspicious activity going on at my home. An unknown individual did break into my vehicle which was parked on the street and I suspect I have a mail thief. I’ve just ordered a robustly constructed locking mail box and I would like to install 2-4 camera to monitor the area. Any suggestions regarding simple to install systems would be appreciated.
I don’t object to optional cloud data storage but all video data must be stored on a local, dedicated hard drive.
I would like at least one of the cameras mounted inside a window and aimed at where I’m installing the new mailbox. This camera will be looking through two panes of glass. Will that cause a problem for motion detectors? Should I re-think this installation? For this camera, a hardwired data connection to the DVR would be convenient. Wireless/not wireless doesn’t matter here. This camera and the DVR itself must also run on household power equipped with a UPS. I don’t want to have to remember to change the batteries.
Other camera options are up for debate and I welcome you input. Some general ground rules apply though.
- The less hardware installed outside the home, the better. It likely will be stolen, vandalized or succumb to neglect.
- Batteries bad, household power good. I don’t mind stringing cables inside the house. With that being said though, it’s probably smart to retain the option of wirelessly connecting battery powered cameras as a future upgrade.
- I don’t currently use a smartphone but I’m hoping that will change in the nearish future. Security system compatibility with a smartphone isn’t a high priority for me but I’m prepared to be educated why I’m wrong.
What are your thoughts? Please share your inputs, well wishes, sources for land mines.