I personally use Reolink for my system. Love it because it allows me to keep all my data local, compared to other cameras that want a subscription to store your data for only X amount of time.
i have a Alibi System, and it does not require a subscription, its included and they even give you a free NO-IP DDNS account that is permanent until you leave it idle so that you can view your cameras via Web-HTTPS, i even viewed them over Putty once ( a bit finicky ) and even open sourced apps like Guardian or Owler live and in real time. I also mirrored my Alibi NVR to my private cloud server for redundancy and it has 24 TB of total storage allocated to it for 16 cameras with 6 of them Facial Rec Enabled and 2 PTZ's ( Yes, I am a authorized individual to use Facial Recognition for ID Purposes if someone commits a criminal act within my property ) 24TB gives me a full 45 days of all 14 cameras ( if i wanted to ) to run 24/7 at 1080p resolution to be recorded, but only 4 of them actually do this. the rest are motion triggered.
@@nics-systems-electric if you ever upgrade ubiquity and mid tier hikvision cameras are better than lorex. They all work but ubiquity works with your network and I have installed Hik in multi million dollar houses including a house belonging to one of the most recognized names in the USA possibly the world. Either way if you ever upgrade I would consider ubiquity cameras and their NVR, if you have a UDM PRO/SE it already has a drive bay. Entry Hikvision systems are over rated but their mid tier to high end stuff is some of the best on the planet.
Getting the wiring of those cameras through a tight hole is a PITA. I found two ways that work for me: 1. Cut off the cable before they split up and reterminate the 4 wires that are needed to an RJ45 plug (you need one that works with 28 or 30AWG which is difficult to find), which does void the warranty. 2: Drill a big hole into the top of a surface mount electrical box and mount them to the top so you can terminate the cable and store the slack inside the box.
Hey man, really love the videos especially the big generator and power systems at the schools. Super interesting POV first hand look at things like this. Keep going!! Just simply being able to watch you tinker, makes me want to work on my own projects again.
Good call on wired! I run a built, not bought, system at my home. Server runs Blue Iris, supports up to 64 cameras. I have 4 cameras currently. 2 stationary, 2 full PTZ with wipers. Blue iris tells these cameras to continuously move through presets and upon human detection, the camera locks on and follows. Also zooms up to 18x optical
Very nice job! I agree about keystone jacks being much easier than RJ45’s. What I’ve started doing is putting keystones on each end of the cable then using a 1 foot premade RJ45 jumper to connect the jack to the device.
@@nics-systems-electric yes, that would be one of the downsides. I’ve mainly used used this technique with IP based building automation systems where the devices are mounted inside control enclosures.
I actually have a Reolink CX410, and its not bad. Shows a good picture quality at night. It is compatible with Reolink NVRs. BTW nice job on the install.
Haha I’m doing this right now lol got like oodles of cat5e and cat 6, installing a geovision Poe system with NVR and I happen to eat breakfast when this was posted lol
I love watching wired security cameras but I’m sad that the wires are in attics are doing hard work but their are smart with the wires like this RUclips channel, watching security cameras on 2021 was awesome, but I lost my memory😢
Nic as I'm sure many people have told I have started using Reolink for all of my security cameras as the all locally record in conjuction with using a third party software NVR system called ISpy Agent. The other thing I love is they work locally for my smart home system as long as you buy the correct models. I personally love the ones that have the spot lights on them and my newest ones are all POE powered by Ubiquiti Unify POE Switches. I've haven't used they're NVRs but even without the NVR they still work great and I've slowly started replacing all of my old Foscam cameras with Reolink. I would suggest using micro SD cards in each camera if possible with the nvr because then if your NVR hard drive fails you have a backup and from my experience it doesn't affect the streaming quality.
Good job getting it wired up and setup! Been through like this with Unifi protect camera where I set up at both home and parent so they working very well without issue. Reolink is good product also so I was going mentioned about Unifi protect you plan to get but totally understand it’s your preference. Hope it going well!
Was going to ask about Ubiquiti but then you mentioned it already 😂 but honestly I splurged on a UniFi camera system since I know they’re reliable. Would love to see a review in a year or so and see what you think of them
Wow, these modern cameras really have better image quality than I expect from a security camera. The main thing I'd do differently is running the cables to a patch panel in a "mechanical" room instead of jacks in the living room. I know this might be easier said than done. Also maybe label the cables better. Your fire alarm system has great labels.
The problem is I don't have a mechanical room and this is where the fibre connection comes into the house so no matter what there is going to be equipment there
Love the camera setup! Definitely gonna be my next go to for an upgrade! Just to add tho: as a standard, video footage is usually kept for minimum 30 days, ideally 90. That’s the law here in the UK anyway, may be different in Canada. I know you like to do everything as professionally as possible, so thought I’d best at least say 😅
Thank you. That's a law? That doesn't make any sense to me why would there be a law on how long you keep your own footage on your own system when it's your own decision to install it in the first place. There is no law here as crazy as that and I find 10 days of recording more than enough as is.
@@nics-systems-electricSorry! I should’ve specified. It’s a law that applies to most commercially run buildings/businesses. Not personal systems, lol. Yeah there’s no law for anything on personal systems. Just on businesses in case the police, or the business, need to go back and claim footage for evidence during investigations and such.
Once you use managed switches (unifi as usual is good) you will never use dumb poe again. Camera offline? Probably needs power cycled. With smart poe you can do so remotely. Reolink is a good budget system and you always do a clean install.
On time-lapse 28:39 there's a little bag you keep putting back in the box. Inside those bag are little RJ45 covers that should be installed to keep moisture out of the connections. I've seen enough cameras without those covers. And they get oxidized and stopped working due to the cover was never installed. Not sure how to install them? You slipped them onto the Cat6e wire before you install the RJ45 connector. And the cover are for the outside camera. Inside cameras don't need them. But they are nice to have on the inside cameras just to keep the connection from coming undone.
I just installed a 8ch reolink nvr and some cameras the other weekend. Have you seen their weather tight mounting boxes? I thought they would make my install look more professional, you beat me on that without them! Well done! I agree that these are the best bang for your buck. I also like the windows/mac desktop clients.
The higher price NVR systems are all wired the same way so this is good experience for you. It will be interesting to see how many days of recording you get before it rolls over.
At night if my cameras if the lighting is good enough I leave them colour as if anything happens you can see what colour cloths or car was involved I currently have a 50/50 mix I highly recommend Reolink doorbell
Great video again! Question : You have already have/had Ubiquity network with AP's installed into your network, why not extend that with Unifi Protect / NVR / Unifi Camera ? - Just wondering, nothing more
Because all I have is three unify access points two of which were free ubiquity equipment is so expensive at $600 per camera this system would've cost me around $6000 Canadian instead of $1400 I cannot justify the cost of their equipment
Nick, are going to install a security system in the house because the 320 C has a security light on it and if you put a security system in the house could possibly tie the security system into the fire alarm system and if the security system gets set off the fire alarm panel will have its security, light blinking
Not really fish tape was ideal for this. I do own what we call fish sticks however they are not great in all applications there was no point in this video other than pulling across a T- bar ceiling that fibreglass rods would be useful.
Most of the Reolink cameras aren’t really built for the older climate up here. I have several Reolink cameras that don’t work when it gets below 5 degrees. Also, the amount of time that I cringed while you screwed through the t bar 😬😬😬😬😬😬
You will need to be more specific if that is Celsius or Fahrenheit. I'm not sure why that would cause you to cringe for mounting a camera on a ceiling pretty common thing
@@JessieMHadaller they are rated for colder temperatures and mine have been installed for a few weeks with much colder temperatures no problem if there is warranty should cover that. This is my garage I can mount the cameras wherever I'd like melting to the underside of T-bar is completely normal cameras and access points etc.
I personally use Reolink for my system. Love it because it allows me to keep all my data local, compared to other cameras that want a subscription to store your data for only X amount of time.
Yeah I hate subscriptions personally
i have a Alibi System, and it does not require a subscription, its included and they even give you a free NO-IP DDNS account that is permanent until you leave it idle so that you can view your cameras via Web-HTTPS, i even viewed them over Putty once ( a bit finicky ) and even open sourced apps like Guardian or Owler live and in real time.
I also mirrored my Alibi NVR to my private cloud server for redundancy and it has 24 TB of total storage allocated to it for 16 cameras with 6 of them Facial Rec Enabled and 2 PTZ's ( Yes, I am a authorized individual to use Facial Recognition for ID Purposes if someone commits a criminal act within my property )
24TB gives me a full 45 days of all 14 cameras ( if i wanted to ) to run 24/7 at 1080p resolution to be recorded, but only 4 of them actually do this. the rest are motion triggered.
@@nics-systems-electric100% agreed
@@nics-systems-electric if you ever upgrade ubiquity and mid tier hikvision cameras are better than lorex. They all work but ubiquity works with your network and I have installed Hik in multi million dollar houses including a house belonging to one of the most recognized names in the USA possibly the world. Either way if you ever upgrade I would consider ubiquity cameras and their NVR, if you have a UDM PRO/SE it already has a drive bay. Entry Hikvision systems are over rated but their mid tier to high end stuff is some of the best on the planet.
@@nics-systems-electric Same.
Those aluminum guards on the two rear cameras is a great idea. Good job Nic
Getting the wiring of those cameras through a tight hole is a PITA. I found two ways that work for me: 1. Cut off the cable before they split up and reterminate the 4 wires that are needed to an RJ45 plug (you need one that works with 28 or 30AWG which is difficult to find), which does void the warranty. 2: Drill a big hole into the top of a surface mount electrical box and mount them to the top so you can terminate the cable and store the slack inside the box.
Hey man, really love the videos especially the big generator and power systems at the schools. Super interesting POV first hand look at things like this. Keep going!! Just simply being able to watch you tinker, makes me want to work on my own projects again.
Thank you I appreciate it I'm glad you enjoyed the videos
Good call on wired! I run a built, not bought, system at my home. Server runs Blue Iris, supports up to 64 cameras. I have 4 cameras currently. 2 stationary, 2 full PTZ with wipers. Blue iris tells these cameras to continuously move through presets and upon human detection, the camera locks on and follows. Also zooms up to 18x optical
Ye blue Iris all the way just watch a lot of learning
@@Manc-king yes. It’s extremely powerful and supports almost any IP camera that uses ONVIF
@@justinhill8102 yep and also dose license plate reading and facial recognition for the one off payment it’s amazing
Wow, a security system would be really cool. Keep up the good work
What an amazing in-depth video. Great job doing all that work and filming at the same time! 💯
this is cool thanks for the learning videos it really helps :) love your videos keep them up
Very nice job! I agree about keystone jacks being much easier than RJ45’s. What I’ve started doing is putting keystones on each end of the cable then using a 1 foot premade RJ45 jumper to connect the jack to the device.
Yeah you could absolutely do that just means you need a larger hole in soffits and walls to get it back inside
@@nics-systems-electric yes, that would be one of the downsides. I’ve mainly used used this technique with IP based building automation systems where the devices are mounted inside control enclosures.
Great video Nic! looks like you found a decent system to install. VIDEO IDEA: Installing blinds on the windows in your garage.
Thanks. Why do I need blinds? If I did it wouldn't be a video as people don't watch that stuff much
I actually have a Reolink CX410, and its not bad. Shows a good picture quality at night. It is compatible with Reolink NVRs. BTW nice job on the install.
I love these kinds of videos! Nice video>
love your vids
6:40 OMG Kudos for fitting in there 😳👏
That’s a really cool security camera system
Very nice I appreciate you work ! Clean, nice...and with one hand :)))
Nice work Nic! Im probably gonna install a security and emergency light and genrac system when i get a house in future
nice
Haha I’m doing this right now lol got like oodles of cat5e and cat 6, installing a geovision Poe system with NVR and I happen to eat breakfast when this was posted lol
ooo nice video intrested video love watching install videos thay are intresting good job nic
Glad you enjoyed
I like the all new wire cameras
Very cool!
I love watching wired security cameras but I’m sad that the wires are in attics are doing hard work but their are smart with the wires like this RUclips channel, watching security cameras on 2021 was awesome, but I lost my memory😢
Sorry I don't understand
@@nics-systems-electric I mean I have memories on 2021 of watching security cameras
very cool!
nice work
Nic as I'm sure many people have told I have started using Reolink for all of my security cameras as the all locally record in conjuction with using a third party software NVR system called ISpy Agent. The other thing I love is they work locally for my smart home system as long as you buy the correct models. I personally love the ones that have the spot lights on them and my newest ones are all POE powered by Ubiquiti Unify POE Switches. I've haven't used they're NVRs but even without the NVR they still work great and I've slowly started replacing all of my old Foscam cameras with Reolink. I would suggest using micro SD cards in each camera if possible with the nvr because then if your NVR hard drive fails you have a backup and from my experience it doesn't affect the streaming quality.
Good installation project...well done. PARKOUR! 😂 Keep practicing that belch, it'll come in handy at college 😉.
Good job getting it wired up and setup! Been through like this with Unifi protect camera where I set up at both home and parent so they working very well without issue. Reolink is good product also so I was going mentioned about Unifi protect you plan to get but totally understand it’s your preference. Hope it going well!
I like the unify stuff just simply can't afford it at $600 a camera
@@nics-systems-electric Yes totally agree!
Was going to ask about Ubiquiti but then you mentioned it already 😂 but honestly I splurged on a UniFi camera system since I know they’re reliable. Would love to see a review in a year or so and see what you think of them
Yeah they look good and the video quality is great but not for $600 Canadian
Nick, you should take your homemade railroad crossing to an actual railroad crossing if the other train reacts
Wow, these modern cameras really have better image quality than I expect from a security camera. The main thing I'd do differently is running the cables to a patch panel in a "mechanical" room instead of jacks in the living room. I know this might be easier said than done. Also maybe label the cables better. Your fire alarm system has great labels.
The problem is I don't have a mechanical room and this is where the fibre connection comes into the house so no matter what there is going to be equipment there
Love the camera setup! Definitely gonna be my next go to for an upgrade! Just to add tho: as a standard, video footage is usually kept for minimum 30 days, ideally 90. That’s the law here in the UK anyway, may be different in Canada. I know you like to do everything as professionally as possible, so thought I’d best at least say 😅
Thank you. That's a law? That doesn't make any sense to me why would there be a law on how long you keep your own footage on your own system when it's your own decision to install it in the first place. There is no law here as crazy as that and I find 10 days of recording more than enough as is.
@@nics-systems-electricSorry! I should’ve specified. It’s a law that applies to most commercially run buildings/businesses. Not personal systems, lol. Yeah there’s no law for anything on personal systems. Just on businesses in case the police, or the business, need to go back and claim footage for evidence during investigations and such.
@@lewlew2003 that's interesting. There's no requirement here to even have a system in the first place.
Honestly reolink is great. i have them the nvr 8channel. duo 2 poe, rlc-833a poe and e1 outdoor.. only issue is e1 outdoor ptz in cold gets flakey.
i lived threw the icestorm of 1998 here it was bad and i really do want to get a gen installed
well I just started watching this but newer than later since RUclips notified me
Nic got the zoomies in the back yard
Once you use managed switches (unifi as usual is good) you will never use dumb poe again.
Camera offline? Probably needs power cycled. With smart poe you can do so remotely.
Reolink is a good budget system and you always do a clean install.
"Dumb POE"seems to work just fine for me haven't had any problems
On time-lapse 28:39 there's a little bag you keep putting back in the box.
Inside those bag are little RJ45 covers that should be installed to keep moisture out of the connections.
I've seen enough cameras without those covers. And they get oxidized and stopped working due to the cover was never installed.
Not sure how to install them?
You slipped them onto the Cat6e wire before you install the RJ45 connector.
And the cover are for the outside camera.
Inside cameras don't need them.
But they are nice to have on the inside cameras just to keep the connection from coming undone.
If it ever becomes a problem I will install them later on
@@nics-systems-electric cool. By the way I do have a suggestion.
Get some spray paint and paint them black. It makes them hide better.
I just installed a 8ch reolink nvr and some cameras the other weekend. Have you seen their weather tight mounting boxes? I thought they would make my install look more professional, you beat me on that without them! Well done!
I agree that these are the best bang for your buck. I also like the windows/mac desktop clients.
I haven't seen those
I've wasted so much RJ45 cable trying to terminate myself. This gave me hope the passrhru ends might be easier.
They are so much better I can't stand the non-pass-through ones
The higher price NVR systems are all wired the same way so this is good experience for you. It will be interesting to see how many days of recording you get before it rolls over.
this will help with security to make sure no one breaks in. For people who dont know POE stands for power over ethernet
At night if my cameras if the lighting is good enough I leave them colour as if anything happens you can see what colour cloths or car was involved I currently have a 50/50 mix I highly recommend Reolink doorbell
I love PoE and Reolink for this reason. also what PoE switch did you install, there quite pricey.
I actually love cameras
Really cool install! are you going to replace the cameras on the tower aswell?
If I was to take the old ones down nothing new would go up as I can't get Internet over there without a trench
Wish I had hardwired Ethernet, but I don't see it being very worthwhile to retrofit in a 1900s house
That is an awesome setup! Did you get these cameras off of Amazon?
Thank you and yes
Putting the house camera more to the back protects from rain and snow and wind ❤
Yes they are of course rated for those conditions so it isn't an issue but should keep a better video quality
What’s the tool you are using to terminate into jacks?
I swear in my free time, all I do is wire fire alarms
For this months test can you do lamp test on the 320C?
44:20 - no it does not matter which port you plug into, however, typically you want port 1 or port 8 for organizational reasons.
46:10 - status links are ALWAYS Kilo/Mega/Giga/Tera - "Bits" per second. Bytes is a different term for networking.
Great video again! Question : You have already have/had Ubiquity network with AP's installed into your network, why not extend that with Unifi Protect / NVR / Unifi Camera ? - Just wondering, nothing more
Because all I have is three unify access points two of which were free ubiquity equipment is so expensive at $600 per camera this system would've cost me around $6000 Canadian instead of $1400 I cannot justify the cost of their equipment
@@nics-systems-electric clear :) thanks for your reply. I really enjoy watching your videos. I
Nick, are going to install a security system in the house because the 320 C has a security light on it and if you put a security system in the house could possibly tie the security system into the fire alarm system and if the security system gets set off the fire alarm panel will have its security, light blinking
No that is not the purpose of the light on the 320.
The purpose of that indicator is for tamper switches on panels, annunciators and fire hydrant/ extinguisher, sprinkler cabinets or emergency exits.
@@nics-systems-electric then what’s it for?
@@Dilsonalarmsandelectrics for what was just said by @dutchwolf2675
Sorry for so much chitchat from me but are those cameras good?
Great choice that’s what I install?
The fire alarms in my house are hooked up to the alarm outside so if theres a fire the alarm goes off outside
maybe you could put a camera on the the shed pointing towards the garage and house or even one on the tower
There is Wi-Fi cameras there no way to get Internet cable over without a trench
@@nics-systems-electric would it be possible to run it through existing conduit?
@@thegamingbros787 It can't be beside 120vac so the only other option is the fire alarm conduit which wouldn't be ideal
How long have you have the ship?
That shelf looks like it might cook your NVR, make sure it gets sufficient amount of air for its cooling.
I don't see how that would be possible it does not pull air in from the bottom or the top
i am scarred by that burp
Im crying 😢
I might add a wired system to my house. I will get the same brand as you if I add wired cameras
It seems to be good for me so far but there's definitely lots of other options available too
@@nics-systems-electric speaking of i'm going to look at other options to see if they are better
@@Thesystemsensor ubiquiti unify cameras are good probably one of the best but very expensive
Do the cameras automatically connect when you plug them into the switch?
Yes I believe so
@@nics-systems-electric Nice.
Nic!! What about the generator room camera??!!
As with some of the other cameras is not going to be replaced
Did you film this in the summer time since you are wearing shorts?
Filmed this last week
look at the date stamp on any of the camera feeds he shows they all say 2/20/2024 or 20/2/2024
@@BryanGullickson ibdodnt see the date stamp
@@GaryBeltz top of the screen on the video whenever he shows one of the camera feeds
New internet connections
nice nic you added speakers?
Yep about a month or so ago
@@nics-systems-electric nic i am building a bogen uti 1 system
0:18 I think I see speakers in the ceiling.
yes they were installed a month ago or so
Fiberglass Fishing rod would have made it easier
Not really fish tape was ideal for this. I do own what we call fish sticks however they are not great in all applications there was no point in this video other than pulling across a T- bar ceiling that fibreglass rods would be useful.
I also have a nest cam, but girlfriend because my dad has the nest app and I can’t control it because I don’t know his code 15:44
38:06
Yo Wsp nic
You have a ceiling panels in ceiling panels
What is that supposed to mean?
@@nics-systems-electric I believe he's talking about the access panel to the attic in your garage.
Yea
Its too bad you couldn’t take down the old cameras, pull the wiring you had for them out, and then just fish the cables through the existing holes
The old cameras were Wi-Fi cameras they only needed to plug into power with USB
Most of the Reolink cameras aren’t really built for the older climate up here. I have several Reolink cameras that don’t work when it gets below 5 degrees.
Also, the amount of time that I cringed while you screwed through the t bar 😬😬😬😬😬😬
You will need to be more specific if that is Celsius or Fahrenheit. I'm not sure why that would cause you to cringe for mounting a camera on a ceiling pretty common thing
@@nics-systems-electric Celsius. Normally cameras would be mounted to the tile itself instead of the t bar.
@@JessieMHadaller they are rated for colder temperatures and mine have been installed for a few weeks with much colder temperatures no problem if there is warranty should cover that. This is my garage I can mount the cameras wherever I'd like melting to the underside of T-bar is completely normal cameras and access points etc.