Good calving cameras / security cameras

893bet · 01-03-2021 11:04pm

Lyra mobile seem to have a 5 er a month plan for 3gb data. That would go a long way if it works with the camera and you have coverage

funkey_monkey · 02-03-2021 12:19am

emaherx wrote: »

App for TV might be an issue depending on your current TV. Android TV or box and install the phone/tablet App. (Not straight forward on official Android TV devices, requires side loading). Other Smart TV's may have a generic CCTV app but may not control PTZ functions.

You've no need for NVR or the POE switch, but obviously need to power it some way, either a socket beside the camera or a POE injector, sometimes the injector is included.

Current TV is a newish LG TV - but that is barely on the list of requirements. I just seen someone on here talking about it and thought that would be nice.

Really looking for a steer on the MP, focus, zooms, etc and branding. I remember from looking at cameras the MP etc was all dependent on the size of the chip. Not sure if these are the same.

AntrimGlens · 02-03-2021 10:59am

It pays to look around for cameras. The guy that's installing mine was quoting me £520 for this camera. I picked it up online from cctv direct for exactly half the price plus the VAT. It's 4 MP and X20 zoom, so should cover the shed well.
Just need to get two P2P's and a bit of CAT5 and I should be good to go for the weekend.

emaherx · 02-03-2021 11:11am

Hikvision are the cream of the crop but definitely reflected in the price.

HiLook from Hikvision are worth a look as they are nearly half the price and really only missing the input/outputs for integrating into large security command centre type installations.

Foscam are also worth a look, cheaper than Hikvision but popular in the domestic type installations.

The MP is just the density of pixels available on the sensor. A 1MP sensor will be about 720p and a 2MP sensor will be around 1080p.

Optical Zoom on a 2MP sensor will out perform digital zoom on a 4MP sensor, (in a live feed)

funkey_monkey · 02-03-2021 3:09pm

AntrimGlens wrote: »

It pays to look around for cameras. The guy that's installing mine was quoting me £520 for this camera. I picked it up online from cctv direct for exactly half the price plus the VAT. It's 4 MP and X20 zoom, so should cover the shed well.
Just need to get two P2P's and a bit of CAT5 and I should be good to go for the weekend.

Do you have the model of that one?
From what I've been reading the 4 series Hikvision can work on POE but the bigger ones require an injector.

AntrimGlens · 02-03-2021 3:18pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Do you have the model of that one?
From what I've been reading the 4 series Hikvision can work on POE but the bigger ones require an injector.

4MP DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S5) 25 × IR Network Speed Dome

The Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S5) is a 4 megapixel PTZ featuring AcuSense technology. AcuSense technology uses a deep learning algorithm to detect human and vehicle targets, accurately improving target classification, alarm, and linked tracking.

With the 25x optical zoom lens and a focal length of 4.8mm to 120mm, this PTZ is able to cover expansive areas with excellent image detail. As well as featuring the DarkFighter technology and an IR range of up to 100 meters the DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S5) also uses WDR, HLC, BLC, 3D DNR, to combat difficult light scenarios.

The IP66 rating provides users with the assurance of a weather and dust proof device.
£273.09
£327.71 (inc. VAT)

funkey_monkey · 02-03-2021 7:42pm

I was recommended the DS-2DE4225IW-DE. £305 inc VAT.

Alongside that one I notice an external microphone is required. Audio makes the system much better so I'll not be installing without it.

The Hikvision DS-2DE4225IW-DE is a 2MP PTZ camera with a 4.8mm - 120mm lens that allows optical zooming up to 25x. This camera has infra-red LEDs that are effective up to 100m and also works in ultra low light environments by using a range of image enhancing features: wide dynamic range (WDR), highlight/back light compensation (HLC/BLC), 3D digital noise reduction technology (3D DNR) and electronic image stabilization (EIS).

The DS-2DE4225IW-DE is suitable for external applications with IP66 rated weatherproof housing and the option to connect external microphones or speakers. It is also fitted with a range of smart features to further improve security such as motion detection, intrusion detection, line crossing detection and object removal detection.

Full HD 1080P real-time video
25X optical zoom, 16X digital zoom
4.8 - 120mm
Up to 100 IR distance
IP66
H.265+ compression
3D intelligent positioning
120dBWDR
True day / night
Hi-PoE (18W) / 12VDC
Comes with DS-1603ZJ bracket

TBH - doesn't seem to be much difference between them - although yours has a higher max resolution.

funkey_monkey · 12-03-2021 2:14pm

Do you all install an external mic with your cameras or not - or do you have an integrated mic in your cameras?

endainoz · 12-03-2021 5:17pm

Thought some people might want some update on the cheap nano stations that were recommended a few months back. I'm still using them anyway, I'm not sure if I set them up properly though. They do work ok most of the time but the signal does drop off at times. I think I may need to set up a bridging network or something for it.

But for the most part it works fairly well.

893bet · 12-03-2021 5:58pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Do you all install an external mic with your cameras or not - or do you have an integrated mic in your cameras?

Reolink 4g ones have sound built in. You can also talk through it.

I enjoy going “moooo” occasionally and watching the cow twist around wondering what’s going on.

Have also seen my dog in there near a newly born calf looking for calf ****e or cleaning (dogs are such scum....and we let them lick us!) and have called him and he was very confused

pms7 · 12-03-2021 9:47pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

I was recommended the DS-2DE4225IW-DE. £305 inc VAT.

Alongside that one I notice an external microphone is required. Audio makes the system much better so I'll not be installing without it.

The Hikvision DS-2DE4225IW-DE is a 2MP PTZ camera with a 4.8mm - 120mm lens that allows optical zooming up to 25x. This camera has infra-red LEDs that are effective up to 100m and also works in ultra low light environments by using a range of image enhancing features: wide dynamic range (WDR), highlight/back light compensation (HLC/BLC), 3D digital noise reduction technology (3D DNR) and electronic image stabilization (EIS).

The DS-2DE4225IW-DE is suitable for external applications with IP66 rated weatherproof housing and the option to connect external microphones or speakers. It is also fitted with a range of smart features to further improve security such as motion detection, intrusion detection, line crossing detection and object removal detection.
Full HD 1080P real-time video

25X optical zoom, 16X digital zoom

4.8 - 120mm

Up to 100 IR distance

IP66

H.265+ compression

3D intelligent positioning

120dBWDR

True day / night

Hi-PoE (18W) / 12VDC

Comes with DS-1603ZJ bracket

TBH - doesn't seem to be much difference between them - although yours has a higher max resolution.

That is the camera I have with 2 years. Can't fault it, night vision is super, even at a distance zoomed in. Better than leaving lights on, b+w obviously.
I got external mic for it €60. It doesn't have SD card slot.
Hikvision phone App is fair, has presets, but must use on screen button to move ptz, rather than swiping across screen.

cjpm · 12-03-2021 9:53pm

pms7 wrote: »

That is the camera I have with 2 years. Can't fault it, night vision is super, even at a distance zoomed in. Better than leaving lights on, b+w obviously.
I got external mic for it €60. It doesn't have SD card slot.
Hikvision phone App is fair, has presets, but must use on screen button to move ptz, rather than swiping across screen.

PMS - I've a Hikvision system too but failed to get a mic set up with it.

Could you let me know what mic you bought and how did you set it up?

pms7 · 12-03-2021 11:27pm

cjpm wrote: »

PMS - I've a Hikvision system too but failed to get a mic set up with it.

Could you let me know what mic you bought and how did you set it up?

Got it all from CCTV Direct.ie, I just asked for a mic, it's just plugged into the mic jack, no issue getting it working

squinn2912 · 14-03-2021 12:09am

If anyone doubted the potential saving a camera can make for you!

AntrimGlens · 15-03-2021 3:11pm

Got my camera installed on friday, great job checking the ewes again from the leaba. Into work today in the office and go to check everything is fine in the shed and the camera says it's offline. The guy that installed it now tells me he thinks I need an NVR to get remote access. Would that be right?
Can the IP address not just be changed to allow remote access? My knowledge of IT/techy stuff is limited as you can tell.

funkey_monkey · 15-03-2021 3:52pm

You should not need a NVR.

Try method 2 defined in this link - it might be a variation on the theme, but should still apply:

https://www.securitywholesalers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Hik-Connect-How-to-enable-Hik-Connect-remote-access-on-HIK-devices-NVRs-DVRs-Cameras.pdf

emaherx · 15-03-2021 3:55pm

AntrimGlens wrote: »

Got my camera installed on friday, great job checking the ewes again from the leaba. Into work today in the office and go to check everything is fine in the shed and the camera says it's offline. The guy that installed it now tells me he thinks I need an NVR to get remote access. Would that be right?
Can the IP address not just be changed to allow remote access? My knowledge of IT/techy stuff is limited as you can tell.

Surely if you paid someone to set it up for you they should be able to help you out.

Depends on the make / model, but most modern systems have a P2P or cloud, option, should be just a case of creating an account and switching the service on.

If no P2P/cloud option then you need to setup port forwarding on your router. And if your ISP dose not provide you a static IP you need to either request one or sign up for a dynamic DNS service.

But the P2P option is by far the easiest option, let us know the make/model of the IP cameras and I can have a look if you like.

RobinBanks · 15-03-2021 4:07pm

AntrimGlens wrote: »

Got my camera installed on friday, great job checking the ewes again from the leaba. Into work today in the office and go to check everything is fine in the shed and the camera says it's offline. The guy that installed it now tells me he thinks I need an NVR to get remote access. Would that be right?
Can the IP address not just be changed to allow remote access? My knowledge of IT/techy stuff is limited as you can tell.

Do you know if you have a static IP? if you can view cameras from home on your local network it might be as simple as you are not using the correct IP address to remote into camera

AntrimGlens · 15-03-2021 4:27pm

emaherx wrote: »

Surely if you paid someone to set it up for you they should be able to help you out.

Depends on the make / model, but most modern systems have a P2P or cloud, option, should be just a case of creating an account and switching the service on.

If no P2P/cloud option then you need to setup port forwarding on your router. And if your ISP dose not provide you a static IP you need to either request one or sign up for a dynamic DNS service.

But the P2P option is by far the easiest option, let us know the make/model of the IP cameras and I can have a look if you like.

Thanks emaherx. Its a Hikvision 4MP DS-2DE4425IWDE 25xIR camera. The guy that installed it is coming back tonight to look so it will be useful to be able to tell him this. He installed 2 P2Ps, one on our satellite dish pole at the house where the previous one was and on outside the shed. Shed is only 30m from the house, with uninterrupted line of sight.

AckwelFoley · 15-03-2021 5:17pm

I got a camera for exactly the same reason. My father is elderly, the farm is 20 miles away. So I installed a camera 2 years ago.

Now I have 28 cameras, motion activated alarms, smartplugs and smart flood lights..

All I am missing is tripwires and explosives.

I choose to use WiFi cameras. Theyre not as good as POE cameras but more flexible when spread over a large area imo.

This is my latest addition. Motion alert, floodlight and camera..all 3 can be remotely controlled. It's in a machinery shed.

Each additional camera costs me less than 50 quid.

We haven't lost a calf in 2 years.

For me it's important to be able to manage and maintain my own system. If one is waiting on a professional, its not much use if it goes down on a Friday evening and can't any one out to fix it. Which usually costs lots of $$$

Lots of teething problems and learning but hugely worth it

timple23 · 15-03-2021 5:33pm

I have similar problem. Two cameras are connected to a 4g router box, every one in a while they will both say offline and it's remedied by simply pulling out the plug and putting it back in. Might happen once in a month or 6 weeks. One camera is Hikvision, the other is a cheap wifi one. Any idea what causes it? Have a gsm socket ordered to overcome this.

AckwelFoley · 15-03-2021 5:37pm

timple23 wrote: »

I have similar problem. Two cameras are connected to a 4g router box, every one in a while they will both say offline and it's remedied by simply pulling out the plug and putting it back in. Might happen once in a month or 6 weeks. One camera is Hikvision, the other is a cheap wifi one. Any idea what causes it? Have a gsm socket ordered to overcome this.

I have that too.

Usually poor connection but not always

Buy 2 Wifiplugs or Sonoff plugs.

Problem solved. I always install a WiFi plug per 2 or 3 cameras for this very reason.

If I have power outage or drop in signal the odd occasion the camera fails to come back.

Power cycle usually solves it

emaherx · 15-03-2021 6:09pm

AntrimGlens wrote: »

Thanks emaherx. Its a Hikvision 4MP DS-2DE4425IWDE 25xIR camera. The guy that installed it is coming back tonight to look so it will be useful to be able to tell him this. He installed 2 P2Ps, one on our satellite dish pole at the house where the previous one was and on outside the shed. Shed is only 30m from the house, with uninterrupted line of sight.

The P2P in this case is a cloud protocol for remote viewing and nothing to do with your point to point wireless bridge.

The Hikvision instructions are provided in a link above by funkey_monkey. Should be straight forward with no need for static IPs, port forwarding or any dynamic DNS service.

pms7 · 15-03-2021 11:10pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

You should not need a NVR.

Try method 2 defined in this link - it might be a variation on the theme, but should still apply:

https://www.securitywholesalers.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Hik-Connect-How-to-enable-Hik-Connect-remote-access-on-HIK-devices-NVRs-DVRs-Cameras.pdf

Have same problem since new router this year, checked settings as on link above, mine is exact same - Hikvision, not working though..

emaherx · 16-03-2021 7:03am

pms7 wrote: »

Have same problem since new router this year, checked settings as on link above, mine is exact same - Hikvision, not working though..

Maybe yours was setup using port forwarding method. P2P only requires an internet connection and wouldn't be effected by changing router.

Port forwarding on the other hand needs to be setup on the router which would explain why changing router would block access.

Of course I'm assuming you can still connect while on the local network?

patsy_mccabe · 16-03-2021 10:12am

I put in an IP Foscam camera here in 2013, complete with 2 Nanostations to send the internet to the shed. It worked incredibly well, given that the camera was a cheap indoor one.

This year though, I plugged out one of the nanostations in the shed to move the bracket out a little to make way for a piece of sheeting. Can't get anything to work now.

I kept all my notes from 2013 too. I have all the IP addresses and tried ping them but no reply. i think it may be corrosion on the connections.

funkey_monkey · 16-03-2021 12:04pm

When you say you can get nothing to work is that both the nanostations and the camera or just the unplugged nanostation?
Are any indicator lights illuminated on your nanostation?
Can you get some contact cleaner or does wiggling the connections gently produce any sort of connectivity? Looks like you may need to put on new connectors. Putting the plugs onto Cat5e cable is a bollox even with the right tools - definitely need them and the tester too.

patsy_mccabe · 16-03-2021 12:35pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

When you say you can get nothing to work is that both the nanostations and the camera or just the unplugged nanostation?
Are any indicator lights illuminated on your nanostation?
Can you get some contact cleaner or does wiggling the connections gently produce any sort of connectivity? Looks like you may need to put on new connectors. Putting the plugs onto Cat5e cable is a bollox even with the right tools - definitely need them and the tester too.

I plugged the home nanostation in and out last night and the lights came on, at least all except the last one on the right. That was after hours of messing with ip addresses. Still can't talk to the home one though.

I had switch cleaner here but its empty. Must get some.

sweetie · 16-03-2021 1:20pm

Ordered the Reolink 4g model thanks to this thread, cheers. Setup easily and good coverage. However, my Dad is having problems intermittently logging in to view on iphone and chromepad. I'm disregarding the chromepad for the moment as I only set it up at the weekend as backup and he's 70 so could have been doing something wrong but there was definitely something weird on saturday with the iphone app and I had to reinstall it to get working. Any time I try on my oneplus 5 android I have no issue logging in so I'm kind of stumped. Noticed an update today on android, maybe might address the issue but would appreciate anyone who had similar experience. many thanks.

pms7 · 16-03-2021 2:58pm

emaherx wrote: »

Maybe yours was setup using port forwarding method. P2P only requires an internet connection and wouldn't be effected by changing router.

Port forwarding on the other hand needs to be setup on the router which would explain why changing router would block access.

Of course I'm assuming you can still connect while on the local network?

No, wasn't port forwarded.
Yes ok on LAN
DDNS not set up in app, does this matter?
Thanks

AntrimGlens · 16-03-2021 3:55pm

emaherx wrote: »

The P2P in this case is a cloud protocol for remote viewing and nothing to do with your point to point wireless bridge.

The Hikvision instructions are provided in a link above by funkey_monkey. Should be straight forward with no need for static IPs, port forwarding or any dynamic DNS service.

Got sorted last night lads, fairly straighforward IP issue, so all good again. thanks for your help.

emaherx · 16-03-2021 6:31pm

pms7 wrote: »

No, wasn't port forwarded.
Yes ok on LAN
DDNS not set up in app, does this matter?
Thanks

No DDNS not needed unless you want to use the port forwarding method and don't have a static IP.

The system just needs an internet connection for P2P to work.

The only thing I can think of is an issue with your network settings possibly the DNS or default gateway settings (since it works locally but not remotely). Do you know if it is setup with DHCP? Or static settings?

funkey_monkey · 16-03-2021 11:43pm

What mic's are folk using with their IP cameras?

Specc'ing up what I need here. Looks like I'm going for same camera as AntrimGlens got.
Need to get some conduit, external Cat5e and some power lines to get a connection into attic. Going for a fully wired system as the shed is close to the house and there already is a large conduit linking the two.

Was planning on getting a homeplug with POE and passthrough. Wire directly into router. Other end in attic with direct feed from the camera (that camera is 12 VDC, PoE (802.3at)). Distance is well within the 100m limit of 802.3at.
Yet to source a suitable homeplug so this might change

AntrimGlens - can 20mm conduit be mated to the bracket supplied with the camera?

emaherx · 17-03-2021 8:38am

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Was planning on getting a homeplug with POE and passthrough. Wire directly into router. Other end in attic with direct feed from the camera (that camera is 12 VDC, PoE (802.3at)). Distance is well within the 100m limit of 802.3at.
Yet to source a suitable homeplug so this might change

I've seen POE home plugs alright, but have not seen any with mains pass through. I'd be reluctant enough to use home plugs at all as they are a bit hit and miss for reliability, depending on the wiring in your house. But I assume running the network cable to the attic is a difficult task?

If you go that route watch that the power output of the POE Home plug is sufficient for your PTZ camera. Personally If I had to use a home Plug I'd use normal TP link's and a separate POE injector Possibly even put the injector in the shed if there is a near by socket.

You say that camera is 12 VDC, PoE (802.3at)??
PoE (802.3at) is 44V-57V so I'd assume the camera can be directly powered by 12V or using PoE (802.3at)?

funkey_monkey · 17-03-2021 11:31am

emaherx wrote: »

I assume running the network cable to the attic is a difficult task?

Yes, it would be. The only thing there is near to the router is a a double socket. However, that is in use and I see no neat way to get a cable into the attic - tacking it up the wall is not an option. Plus that area has only recently been redecorated.
Only other option is to put a WiFi receiver into the attic, but I had thought that a wired option would be a more stable setup.

You say that camera is 12 VDC, PoE (802.3at)??
PoE (802.3at) is 44V-57V so I'd assume the camera can be directly powered by 12V or using PoE (802.3at)?

Yes.

emaherx · 17-03-2021 5:15pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Only other option is to put a WiFi receiver into the attic, but I had thought that a wired option would be a more stable setup.

I've often found WiFi to be much more stable than home plugs. The wiring in your house was not installed with the intention of carrying data so is not the same as having a propper wired ethernet connection.

They never work anywhere near the advertised speed and dropouts are not uncommon but they can work fairly well in some houses and next to useless in others. If the 2 sockets are on the same ring main then that would help.

funkey_monkey · 18-03-2021 7:06pm

I done a speed test using my mobile in the attic and the results were:

Ping: 22ms

Download: 38.65Mbps
- Stability: 98%
- Tx'ed data: 45.41MB

Upload: 9.91Mbps
- Stability: 98%
- Tx'ed data: 12.31MB

I've checked the consumer unit and the socket in attic is on same ring main as the socket beside router - only 2 socket circuits - must be kitchen/utility and then everything else.

SuperTortoise · 18-03-2021 11:40pm

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone with all the advice on the thread, setup my cameras for remote viewing this evening with a few tips from ye.

funkey_monkey · 24-03-2021 6:17pm

Camera has now been ordered - at long last

Opted for same as Antrim Glens as there was little difference in spec between it and the one I was recommended.

Only problem was they did not have an external microphone for it. So I now need to get one of them. Any recommendations or what to look out for in their specs?

Will have to suffice with a home plug to get internet from the router in house to the entry point for the cable from shed. Looking into them at the minute.

funkey_monkey · 01-04-2021 10:07am

I can see now why most people get an installer to do this.

I was planning on running the cabling out of the house via a duct across yard into the shed - which would have been very handy. However, just realised that I can't do this as the ducting already contains the power for the shed - armoured cabling.

For anyone wondering why - there are two main risks with running data cabling and power cabling alongside with insufficient separation - induced voltages and data corruption. Data corruption is minor - lost packets of data requiring re-transmission. Induced voltages is the one I'd be worried about as it can fry the end device.
I was hoping to using some shielded network cabling but I've not got any confirmation - plus as its against code...

So, looks like I'll be installing a wireless bridge. To save me having to research up on them, what ones are folk here using and I'll get one of them. I'd presume it would be a Ubiquiti item?

pms7 · 01-04-2021 10:39am

funkey_monkey wrote: »

I can see now why most people get an installer to do this.
I was planning on running the cabling out of the house via a duct across yard into the shed - which would have been very handy. However, just realised that I can't do this as the ducting already contains the power for the shed - armoured cabling.

For anyone wondering why - there are two main risks with running data cabling and power cabling alongside with insufficient separation - induced voltages and data corruption. Data corruption is minor - lost packets of data requiring re-transmission. Induced voltages is the one I'd be worried about as it can fry the end device.
I was hoping to using some shielded network cabling but I've not got any confirmation - plus as its against code...

So, looks like I'll be installing a wireless bridge. To save me having to research up on them, what ones are folk here using and I'll get one of them. I'd presume it would be a Ubiquiti item?

https://www.novatel.ie/long-range-wifi
I have used these

funkey_monkey · 26-05-2021 2:54pm

Finally got our calving camera setup. Wasn't high up my list of priorities as due to covid someone was always about the place.
Wired the cable back into the house and use a powerline adapter from attic down to the router. 15Mb/s connection at the endpoint in the shed - so more than sufficient for current needs.
Added a microphone as well as well to get the sound. Bit of a little faffy thing, but it was advertised as a professional grade external mic, so I went for it. Seems to be a forward of something Chinese judging by the documentation, but sound quality is fine so far.
All cabling put into conduit which was more hassle, but should keep the furry livestock away from the cables. Left good sized tails on the cabling incase we want to extend the number of cameras and can then switch to a network switch implementation.

Took a while to get mobile setup working - had to update the firmware and then it worked fine. Lots of online help, which was lacking from Hikvision themselves. I just need to setup an automatic scan of the shed now and it should be job done.
Next job is the outfarm. Hopefully I'll get it done more quickly, but I doubt it!

emaherx · 27-05-2021 3:46pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Finally got our calving camera setup. Wasn't high up my list of priorities as due to covid someone was always about the place.
Wired the cable back into the house and use a powerline adapter from attic down to the router. 15Mb/s connection at the endpoint in the shed - so more than sufficient for current needs.
Added a microphone as well as well to get the sound. Bit of a little faffy thing, but it was advertised as a professional grade external mic, so I went for it. Seems to be a forward of something Chinese judging by the documentation, but sound quality is fine so far.
All cabling put into conduit which was more hassle, but should keep the furry livestock away from the cables. Left good sized tails on the cabling incase we want to extend the number of cameras and can then switch to a network switch implementation.

Took a while to get mobile setup working - had to update the firmware and then it worked fine. Lots of online help, which was lacking from Hikvision themselves. I just need to setup an automatic scan of the shed now and it should be job done.
Next job is the outfarm. Hopefully I'll get it done more quickly, but I doubt it!

The conduit is a great job as long as all ends are capped off. I just spent the day rewiring a milking parlor where rodents made themselves at home inside the cable trunking, they had striped insulation off so much of the cabling that I can't understand how it didn't give issue weeks or even months ago. All because 60mm square trunking was used with no end caps.

Pussyhands · 27-05-2021 3:53pm

Well lads, just joining this thread late.

Relative of mine has this set up installed. Camera in shed - wireless bridge on shed point to house (looks like one anyways) - wireless bridge on house pointing to shed.

So I think I'm right in saying that there's a cable going from the bridge on the house back to the wifi router.

My question is, does the camera auto connect to the bridge on the shed? Or would it be hardwired back to a switch? i.e Switch has power, camera plugs into switch and bridge on the shed plugs into switch also.

funkey_monkey · 27-05-2021 4:05pm

emaherx wrote: »

The conduit is a great job as long as all ends are capped off. I just spent the day rewiring a milking parlor where rodents made themselves at home inside the cable trunking, they had striped insulation off so much of the cabling that I can't understand how it didn't give issue weeks or even months ago. All because 60mm square trunking was used with no end caps.

Everytime I do something in the shed I put it in conduit, back when it was first put up they didn't think of using it and now with UV degradation and our furry friends, its not a good job. For all the price of conduit, its a no-brainer to me.

Anyhow, do people have issues with the Hikvision PTZ feature on their mobiles? Mine currently seems to be slow to start moving and then when you release the 'joystick' it carries on moving before stopping.
Not sure how to resolve it and would like to get it fixed as it is a bit of a balls.

emaherx · 27-05-2021 4:09pm

Pussyhands wrote: »

Well lads, just joining this thread late.

Relative of mine has this set up installed. Camera in shed - wireless bridge on shed point to house (looks like one anyways) - wireless bridge on house pointing to shed.

So I think I'm right in saying that there's a cable going from the bridge on the house back to the wifi router.

My question is, does the camera auto connect to the bridge on the shed? Or would it be hardwired back to a switch? i.e Switch has power, camera plugs into switch and bridge on the shed plugs into switch also.

Do you mean by WiFi?
There will be no auto connecting to WiFi, you need SSID and password configured if your camera can connect by WiFi at all.

Most wireless bridges are 5GHz and most WiFi cameras are 2.4GHz so that could be an issue also. But a few cameras and bridges do support the other bands so not impossible either.

In most IP camera setups, the cameras will be hardwired to a switch or if WiFi setup will use a 2.4Ghz access point along with the 5Ghz bridge. If only one or 2 cameras it may be possible to hardwire directly to the bridge depending how many ports it has available.

emaherx · 27-05-2021 4:14pm

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Everytime I do something in the shed I put it in conduit, back when it was first put up they didn't think of using it and now with UV degradation and our furry friends, its not a good job. For all the price of conduit, its a no-brainer to me.

It's much neater too, just make sure to close off any open ends or it actually can make the situation worse. I doubt you have the issue, but you'd be surprised how many are left with a bit open somewhere.

funkey_monkey · 27-05-2021 5:41pm

emaherx wrote: »

It's much neater too, just make sure to close off any open ends or it actually can make the situation worse. I doubt you have the issue, but you'd be surprised how many are left with a bit open somewhere.

No open ends - to the point I went and bought one of these to ensure wiring was fully enclosed. Shame that they put a 3/4 thread on the coupler - had to get a special coupler specifically to mate into the 20mm conduit.
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funkey_monkey · 30-05-2021 2:55pm

Here's a pic. You can see the mic just below the junction box. The conduit going behind the mount is separate wiring for lights.
Mic is not difficult to setup. Junction box shows 12vdc in bottom left. Network cable in top right. Mic and power into camera bottom right.

I rolled up some cable in case I need to change to a different system at a later date.

Also - looks like ifarm wefarm will have a video up on calving cameras and security camera within the next couple of weeks, so take a look there.

Hard Knocks · 01-11-2021 2:01pm

Looking some assistance/advice

We’ve 2 reolink cameras in the shed, which are powered by POE, the WiFi is supplied by TP link, sadly you can only view while on wifi network

Everything worked perfectly last winter, but now we cannot access cameras while in the house (using wifi), but no issue when in the shed

Wifi test is giving good results, I’ve repaired the (2) receivers (1in house) with the transmitter

Good calving cameras / security cameras

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