![]() I have only scratched the surface of what this camera and software can do… but I will be modifying my network diagram to include a custom built Ubuntu 1U server with DVR hard drives to run the NVR software locally. This software blows NightOwl out of the water and well it should as NightOwl’s app is old as dirt. I installed their iOS app and it was effortless to point it at my workstation where the NVR software was running and start viewing the camera. I installed it onto my workstation since I’m currently evaluating… and connected to the camera almost instantly. It requires either one of their NVR devices to connect, record and manage the camera or a Windows, Ubuntu or Debian computer running their NVR software which is free. Initial review… I am blown away by this camera, quality and features. Picked for the fact that it was an IP Camera, Wide angle lense and PoE. On the plus side, IP Cameras may range in price… but even the best options are below $450 per camera.Īfter research, I ordered a camera I thought had all the interesting features… A Ubiquiti Unifi G3 Dome camera. Tons of IP Cameras had PoE capabilities so I wasn’t concerned with powering them. I switched from the DVR/cameras to purely Cat6 network drops. Ultimately I realized that IP Cameras were the direction I wanted to go and this was perfect timing for our new home construction. I also discovered that my Synology NAS had a plugin Surveillance Station. My research quickly brought me back to them as a possible option. I’ve played with IP Camera software before ( Blue Iris) and figured if I ever started over, I’d go that route. ![]() Having a fondness for networking, I started researching IP cameras again. ![]() At the end of the quote, each of the 7 cameras were going to cost $450 each! That is insane!! Back to the drawing board. Well… the cost started to pile up very quickly. I began my research where I began… a DVR, but this time I’d have it professionally installed. Well behind the curve for this tech geek. I was very pleased with it until I went to extend or even check for software updates… then I hit a serious brick wall! I learned it is basically a cheap DVR that hasn’t been updated in, at least, a decade. The setup I’m using at my current home involves a NightOwl 16-camera DVR with cheap BNC cameras. The first review comes in the form of video monitoring. Whether you need security camera accessories or a new yard stake sign, we have what you need to keep your system and cameras running.My upcoming new office and home-lab space has inspired me to review some of my past technology choices. Do you own a Night Owl Smart Doorbell? We now offer doorbell mounts to help protect your doorbell from the elements and increase the curb appeal of your home. Are you looking to extend the distance of your wired camera from your DVR (Digital Video Recorder)? We have the BNC cables, cable connectors and power adapters to get the job done. We cannot guarantee compatibility with 3rd party brands and using them could damage your product and potentially void your warranty. To keep your Night Owl system running smoothly and operating at peak efficiency, we strongly recommend you only use Night Owl accessories. Need some extension cables for your Night Owl cameras? A yard stake sign to help deter criminals? Maybe some extra batteries for your wire free cameras? You’ve come to the right place! Night Owl offers a wide array of security camera accessories to help provide the coverage you need.
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