Q-See QC814-261-1 4 Channel HD Digital NVR with 1 TB Hard Drive and 2 HD 720p IP Cameras (White)

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Product Feature

• Full HD Recording Resolution (HD 720p: 1280×720)
• 2 High Definition 720p IP Cameras with 100 feet Night Vision Range
• Four Built-in POE Ports that eliminate the need for extra cables
• Offsite Remote Recording on IP Cameras
• Pre-installed 1 TB A/V Rated SATA Hard Drive

Product Description

Monitor your home or business with levels of clarity and detail never before possible with Q-See's completely digital, high-performance 4 channel Network Video Recorder and IP camera bundle. The first do-it-yourself digital recorder of its kind, this bundle is pre-equipped with four Power Over Ethernet (POE) ports, eliminating the need to run a separate power cable or buy extra, expensive equipment, saving both time and money. The two included 720p high definition IP cameras connect directly to the NVR using the included 100-foot RJ-45 Ethernet cables which supply power to the cameras and video to the recorder. The two cameras deliver true high-definition recording, which results in fluid on-screen motion. The system can also accommodate up to two more 720p cameras, or be upgraded with 1080p cameras for even greater picture quality. The Q-See NVR's ultimate benefit is the flexibility it affords through its ability to operate and connect with remote IP cameras. This single NVR manages and records up to eight cameras simultaneously regardless of where each camera is located. In addition to the convenience of monitoring various properties, enjoy an extra layer of security by placing the NVR in a safe, low-risk location to limit access to the system and its critical recordings. Calibrated for color-rich image and clarity, the QC814-261-1 is the perfect digital surveillance solution for your home or business. Whether you need to monitor employees or just your backyard, this NVR & IP Camera bundle covers your needs with its flexibility and crystal clear quality.

Q-See QC814-261-1 4 Channel HD Digital NVR with 1 TB Hard Drive and 2 HD 720p IP Cameras (White) Review

This is my second Q-See NVR purchase. First I got the 4 channel NVR and now an 8 channel NVR. The POE cameras are great since you only have to run a single thin cat5e wire. It's cleaner if you have the tools / ability to cut the wire to length and put your own ends on. Also, it was cheaper to get the whole system with 4 cameras than the cameras separately. Also, S@ms club has it real cheap.

Here are some observations that may save you some time:

-Be prepared to spend some quality time getting to know the interface. This is the fun part right? Once it's setup you can mainly use your smartphone for monitoring.

-The setup interface on the NVR can not configure all the functions. The included PSS software also can not configure all the functions. You will need to use both the NVR itself and the PSS software to properly configure the NVR. I suggest setting it up with a monitor and mouse next to your PC and go through the configuration first on the NVR then install the PSS and go through all the options again until you have it working. Again, neither interface can completely configure it alone and this is why I knocked off a star. To top it off, its not like a whole function is done with a particular interface, its just certain check-boxes and fields that show up in one vs the other.

-The PSS software has its own user ID / password separate from the NVR. Don't get them confused.

-Use PSS to format the HDD. In PSS, add your device then under Device List right click your device and select Advanced --> Device Config. Under Advanced --> HDD Management you can format the drive and it will reboot. This was one of the steps I took on both NVRs before it was working properly. I'm not sure if this was necessary but it can't hurt when its new.

-If you are wondering why it is recording all the time it is because it defaults to "manual" for the extra stream. Go to the same place where you format the drive but choose Record then Extra Stream then set it to Schedule.

-The PSS software GUI was corrupted looking on Windows 8. I fixed this by right clicking the desktop and choosing screen resolution then "Make text and other items larger or smaller". I then set it to "Smaller - 100% (default). Apparently it don't work properly with larger settings.

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