Recent content by JDWX

Anyone tried these yet? http://www.grandstream.com/index.php/products/ip-video-surveillance/gxv3601-hd

Yeah, I've had iffy luck with the Foscams as well.  They're ok for the money, till they quit working. Researching replacement today as a matter of fact, lol.. 

Interesting, as I have used x-10 for some time and am considering a cheap 20-p since I just can't do an Elk any time soon. 

That is a great idea. But, I would imagine the cameras just being there would creep some people out.  I'd think that some occupants won't fully believe they are "truly" off.   lol..   But, I'm the guy that is somewhat mistrustful of my laptop's camera :)

I'm single and have cams in the living areas to watch my dogs and to monitor the house for intruders while at work.   I've had a few people mention the cameras, which are in plain site. Most forget they are there, including misc GFs etc.   I imagine a wife unit could be creeped by it. I once...

Anything but this...  

Excellent and thorough explanations on this.

I'm now running extra CAT 5 etc in two rooms I gutted and refinished last year.  I really didn't think I would put sensors on those windows and now I am. As well as IP cams now...  With insulation and vapor barriers in the walls, and making it look pretty, it's not fun.  Yeah, do it now while...

I initially just wanted to add a cheap/simple Ademco Vista 20ip panel to my home, but like most things in my life,and it has turned into a considerably more complex and expensive concept with the realization that an ELK M1 would be a more suitable unit.  I am running some IP cams and will want...

Just a newbie saying hello.    Cleveland, Ohio area based, and ran across your forum while researching a potential ELK security/automation panel purchase.   My home automation knowledge is minimal as I've just used x-10 stuff for years, lol..  This is a whole new level.   I've already learned...