I need video surveillance capabilities. Either integrated with the PC, or a self contained system apart from the computer; whichever is more practicable and / or economical.
The requirements are -
3 cameras (with the possibility to add a 4th.) Color is not required, but the picture quality should be sufficient to distinguish human facial features from a distance of 50 feet or greater. The cameras should be suitable for outdoor locations (or inside at a window perhaps) and be somewhat indistinct. The ambient light in the area at night is low, but I can augment with standard lighting if need be. Audio pick up would be helpful. A wireless system is not required, but would be acceptable.
A motion detector to trigger the recording of events for a pre-determined length of time would be fine. A date / time stamp overlaid on the image is helpful, but may not be essential.
This will be a basic home security video surveillance system, to monitor activity 24/7 at the front and back doors of a residence, and 1 other nearby location in the home.
It should record all activity on some media for later review and maintain a record of at least the past 72 hours.
I found these items on ebay (though auction is over).
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3036448756
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3037003036
The price is attractive, but I'm uncertain if these will be suitable. My main concern is you MUST be able to identify a face.
Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
|
