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Build a reliable, easy-to-manage IP surveillance system with the right network pieces from one place. Start with your cameras (IP cameras) and recording (NVR recorders), then connect everything with network switches (PoE simplifies power and cabling). Extend or adapt runs using network devices like PoE injectors, splitters, and long-distance extenders. No Ethernet nearby? Powerline networking can bridge from a wall outlet. For Wi-Fi add-ons, see network routers. Finally, manage live view, playback, alerts, and user access with video management software—most options offer mobile apps and simple setup for homeowners.

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  1. $560.06
    SKU: PES-A-C-SER

    Flir PES-A-C-SER Serial ASCII Interface Application for Latitude Classic System

    • Serial ASCII Interface Application for Latitude Classic System
    $560.06
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  2. $545.00
    SKU: AVC-NPB81F28

    Avycon AVC-NPB81F28 8 Megapixel Outdoor IR Bullet Network Camera with 2.8mm Lens

    • 8MP ( 3840 x 2160 ) @ 20fps
    • Max. Resolution: 3840 x 2160
    • Supports Smart H.265/H.264 Encoding
    • True Day & Night ICR
    • IP67 Ingress Protection
    $545.00
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  3. $493.00
    SKU: AVC-NSB81M

    Avycon AVC-NSB81M 8 Megapixel IR Outdoor Bullet Camera with 2.7-13.5mm Lens

    • 8MP ( 3840 x 2160 ) @ 30fps
    • Max. Resolution: 3840 x 2160
    • Supports Smart H.265/H.264 Encoding
    • True Day & Night ICR
    • Up to 147 ft. IR Illumination
    $493.00
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  4. $457.78
    SKU: VTC-TNB8RMA4B

    Vitek VTC-TNB8RMA4B 8 Megapixel 4K Network Outdoor IR Bullet Camera with 2.8-12mm Lens, Charcoal

    • 1/2.8” 8 MegaPixel [4K] Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor
    • NDAA Compliant
    • Up to 30fps live view @ 8 MegaPixel (3840 × 2160)
    • 2.8~12mm Motorized Varifocal Lens
    • Matrix IR (up to 230' IR Range)
    $457.78
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  5. $434.33
    SKU: NUE-3703-F06

    IQsight by Bosch NUE-3703-F06 5 Megapixel Network Outdoor Dome Camera with 6mm Lens

    • Compact and robust design for discreet use with quick and easy installation and set-up
    • 5 MP for highly detailed images
    • IVA Pro Buildings brings reliable deep-learning based detection of persons and vehicles
    • High Dynamic Range (HDR) to see every detail in both bright and dark areas of the scene
    • Built-in Secure Element with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to ensure the highest level of security for device access and data transport
    $434.33
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  6. $418.83
    SKU: O4iB2M

    Speco O4iB2M 4 Megapixel Intensifier AI IP Bullet Camera, 2.8-12mm motorized Lens,NDAA

    • Intensifier® Technology captures in full color in extreme low-light scenes
    • Captures up to 4MP @ 30fps real time
    • True WDR operation
    • Micro SD card slot (card not included)
    • Conformant with ONVIF Profile G,S,T
    $418.83
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  7. $409.00
    SKU: DVR278WFA

    KJB DVR278WFA 1080p Wi-Fi Portable Bluetooth Speaker Hidden Camera with Audio

    • 1080p HD | 720p | WVGA | Up to 30 fps
    • Picture | 2M
    • File Type: .MOV or JPG
    • Angle of View | 78 Degrees
    • Auto, Continuous or Motion Activated Recording
    $409.00
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  8. $406.87
    SKU: WJ-NXE20W

    Panasonic WJ-NXE20W 7 Channel Extension License for WJ-NX200

    • Number of cameras used in the system can be increased to 32 (maximum) by purchasing the Additional Camera license (three license for 32 cameras)
    $406.87
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  9. $403.34
    SKU: CS-BRIDGE-LIC

    Comnet CS-BRIDGE-LIC Cloud Collect Bridge License, Per Server / Recording Appliance

    • Cloud Collect Bridge License, Per Server / Recording Appliance
    • License is perpetual and transferable
    $403.34
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  10. $396.00
    SKU: AVC-BLN41FT-2-8

    Avycon AVC-BLN41FT-2-8 4 Megapixel Network Outdoor IR Bullet Camera with 2.8mm Lens

    • H.265 /H.264/MJPEG coding
    • Max.resolution: 4MP (2560 x 1440)
    • True Day / Night Operation with ICR Automatic Switching
    • 3D DNR, WDR, HLC, BLC, Smart IR, and etc.
    • ROI encoding,
    $396.00
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  11. $379.00
    SKU: MONITOR-OP-SUB-1YR

    Comnet MONITOR-OP-SUB-1YR On Premise Razberi Monitor and Manage Subscription, 1 Year

    • On Premise Razberi Monitor and Manage Subscription ″ "1 Year per appliance or server
    • Includes Monitoring and Management Agent updates
    • Health, Cybersecurity monitoring, and Manage tasks
    $379.00
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  12. $332.00
    SKU: NUV-3702-F06

    IQsight by Bosch NUV-3702-F06 2 Megapixel Network Indoor Dome Camera with 6mm Lens

    • Compact design for discreet indoor use with quick and easy installation and set-up
    • 1080p HD resolution
    • IVA Pro Buildings brings reliable deep-learning based detection of persons and vehicles
    • High Dynamic Range (HDR) to see every detail in both bright and dark areas of the scene
    • Built-in Secure Element with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to ensure the highest level of security for device access and data transport
    $332.00
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  13. $315.00
    SKU: CT-W-POESW16P-2G-250

    Cantek CT-W-POESW16P-2G-250 16 Channel PoE Plus Switch

    • Fully IEEE802.3af/at standard compliant
    • Support PoE power up to 15.4W for each PoE ports
    • Auto detect powered device (PD)
    • Safe and reliable power to most of PoE end device
    • Plug & Play. No configuration required
    $315.00
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  14. $315.00
    SKU: SG1040

    KJB SG1040 2 Megapixel Network SG Solar Floodlight Camera and Doorbell

    • Can wakeup device using your mobile phone within 1 second
    • 2.4G Wi-Fi connection story Wi-Fi Connectivity
    • Remote viewing and alerts from App
    • Memory Card Recording
    • Responsive motion detection
    $315.00
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  15. $282.10
    SKU: BS-855P23C

    ZKAccess BS-855P23C 5MP Starlight Fixed Lens Facial Recognition Bullet IP Camera with 6mm Lens

    • 1/2.8″ 5MP Sony STARVIS CMOS sensor
    • H.265+ triple-stream encoding
    • High-quality optical lens: 6mm
    • 30m IR effective range
    • Built-in PoE
    $282.10
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  16. $240.30
    SKU: E17

    ACTi E17 3 Megapixel Indoor Specialty Cube Camera, 2.8mm Lens

    • 3 Megapixel
    • Fixed Lens with f2.8mm/F1.8
    • Extreme WDR
    • H.265 Compression
    • Super wide angle
    $240.30
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  17. $228.24
    SKU: ADVEVAC01

    American Dynamics ADVEVAC01 VideoEdge NVR Add-on 1 Video Analytic Channel

    • VideoEdge NVR Add-on 1 Video Analytic License
    • Single video analytic license for use with the VideoEdge
    • Network Video Recorder
    $228.24
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  18. $223.60
    SKU: BL-855P48S-S7

    ZKAccess BL-855P48S-S7 5MP Motorized Lens Face Detection Bullet IP Camera with 2.8-12mm Lens

    • 1/2.8″ CMOS sensor
    • H.265 triple stream encoding
    • High quality optical lens: 2.8~12mm
    • 80m IR effective range
    • Built-in PoE
    $223.60
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  19. $203.85
    SKU: Z33

    ACTi Z33 2 Megapixel Outdoor IR Network Mini Bullet Camera, 2.8mm Lens

    • 2 Megapixel
    • Day & Night with Superior Low Light Sensitivity and Adaptive IR LED
    • Fixed Lens with f2.8mm/F2.0
    • Superior WDR
    • H.265 Compression
    $203.85
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  20. $195.00
    SKU: DL-855P28B-S7

    ZKAccess DL-855P28B-S7 5MP Starlight Motorized Lens Dome IP Camera with 2.8-12mm Lens

    • 1/2.8″ 5MP Sony STARVIS CMOS sensor
    • H.264/H.265 stream encoding
    • High quality optical lens: 2.8~12mm
    • 30m IR effective range
    • Built-in PoE
    $195.00
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  21. $182.00
    SKU: Z8516NEQ

    ZKAccess Z8516NEQ 16 Channel H.265+ Network Video Recorder

    • Support HDMI up to 1080P output
    • DHCP, FTP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, UPNP, RTSP etc.
    • ONVIF Prole S Compatible
    • Cloud Service, P2P
    • Mobile phone remote monitoring (iOS, Android)
    $182.00
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  22. $133.50
    SKU: CT-NR31P4-4

    Cantek CT-NR31P4-4 4 Channel 1U Network Video Recorder with 4-Port PoE, No HDD

    • Third-party network cameras supported
    • Up to 5 Megapixels resolution recording
    • HDMI and VGA output at up to 1920 × 1080P resolution
    • HDD quota and group management
    • 4 independent PoE network interfaces are provided
    $133.50
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  23. $131.25
    SKU: CT-NC334-TD-2-8mm

    Cantek CT-NC334-TD-2-8mm 4 Megapixel Day/Night Outdoor Network IR Dome Camera, 2.8mm Lens

    • 1/2.5" Progressive Scan CMOS
    • 2688 × 1520@30 fps
    • 2.8mm fixed lens
    • H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
    • 4 Behavior analyses
    $131.25
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  24. $110.50
    SKU: CT-NC324G2-XDG-2-8mm

    Cantek CT-NC324G2-XDG-2-8mm 4 Megapixel Network IR Dome Camera with 2.8mm Lens

    • 1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS
    • 2560 × 1440@30fps
    • 2.8 mm fixed lens
    • Color: 0.01 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 0.018 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
    • H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
    $110.50
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  25. $92.56
    SKU: ST-IP2FB-LS-4

    SecurityTronix ST-IP2FB-LS-4 2 Megapixel IR Outdoor Bullet Camera with 4mm Lens

    • 1/2.8" progressive scan CMOS
    • 1920 × 1080@30fps
    • 2.8 and 4 mm fixed lens
    • H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
    • Dual stream
    $92.56
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  26. $64.55
    SKU: EV-N2506-2W4Q

    Seco-Larm EV-N2506-2W4Q 5 Megapixel Outdoor IP Fixed Turret Camera, 2.8mm Lens

    • 1/2.7" 5MP SMARTSENS CMOS
    • H.265/H.264, Tri-stream IP Camera
    • 12VDC, PoE 802.3af
    • True Day & Night function with ICR mechanism
    • Max. 20FPS/5MP, 1440p (2592x1944)
    $64.55
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  27. $32.08
    SKU: BRC64-Pro

    Brickcom BRC64-Pro PC-based NVR Software

    • Manage up to 64 Channels
    • Dual Stream Support
    • Remote Live View up to 64 Channels
    • Remote Playback up to 16 Channels
    • Video Wall
    $32.08
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  28. $23.40
    SKU: CBS-CNNCT-CAM

    Bosch IP Camera Remote Connect (Annual License) One Per Camera, CBS-CNNCT-CAM

    • IP camera remote connect (annual license)
    • one per camera
    $23.40
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  29. $21.57
    SKU: CS-CLD-STORAGE-TB

    Comnet CS-CLD-STORAGE-TB Monthly Subscription Fee, Cloud Storage per 1TB Hosted

    • Monthly Subscription Fee
    • Cloud Storage per 1TB hosted
    • Powered by Seagate Lyve Cloud
    $21.57
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  30. $54,725.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV256E2N-252T

    Avycon AVR-NSV256E2N-252T 256 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 252TB

    • Supports Up to 256 Channels 12MP / 8MP / 5MP / 3MP / 1080P /960P/ 720P IP Camera Input
    • Supports H.265+ High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI(Video Analytics)
    • Playback: 16 Channels Simultaneous Playback
    $54,725.00
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  31. $34,475.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV256E2N-144T

    Avycon AVR-NSV256E2N-144T 256 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 144TB

    • Supports Up to 256 Channels 12MP / 8MP / 5MP / 3MP / 1080P /960P/ 720P IP Camera Input
    • Supports H.265+ High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI(Video Analytics)
    • Playback: 16 Channels Simultaneous Playback
    $34,475.00
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  32. $18,054.00
    SKU: SSIQ8-R2-i5-16SE

    Comnet SSIQ8-R2-i5-16SE ServerSwitchIQ - Rugged, 8 PoE Ports (up to 200W), Intel Core i5-4400E, 16TB (2x8TB) SSD

    • Intel Core Processor
    • 8 PoE+ ports with up to 200W total output
    • Video storage 16TB using solid state drives
    • Small rugged chassis, standard DIN rail mount
    • Fanless design protects from dirt and dust
    $18,054.00
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  33. $14,378.85
    SKU: INR-407

    ACTi INR-407 256-Channel 8-Bay RAID Rackmount Standalone NVR

    • 8-bay Rackmount Standalone NVR
    • Rack Space: 2U
    • Hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
    • Maximum Number of Video Devices: 256
    • Free License: 64 (64 channels for ACTi and 1 channel for third-party video device)
    $14,378.85
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  34. $11,335.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV256E2N-24T

    Avycon AVR-NSV256E2N-24T 256 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 24TB

    • Supports Up to 256 Channels 12MP / 8MP / 5MP / 3MP / 1080P /960P/ 720P IP Camera Input
    • Supports H.265+ High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI(Video Analytics)
    • Playback: 16 Channels Simultaneous Playback
    $11,335.00
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  35. $10,850.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV256E2N-18T

    Avycon AVR-NSV256E2N-18T 256 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 18TB

    • Supports Up to 256 Channels 12MP / 8MP / 5MP / 3MP / 1080P /960P/ 720P IP Camera Input
    • Supports H.265+ High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI(Video Analytics)
    • Playback: 16 Channels Simultaneous Playback
    $10,850.00
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  36. $10,260.00
    SKU: INR-440

    ACTi INR-440 200-Channel 12-Bay Rackmount Standalone NVR with RAID and Redundant Power Supply

    • 12-bay Rackmount (2U) with hardware RAID (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60)
    • Manage up to 200 cameras or video encoders
    • Recording up to 200 channels
    • Live view local up to 16-channel, remote up to 64-channel
    • Synchronized playback local up to 9-channel, remote up to 64-channel
    $10,260.00
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  37. $9,772.65
    SKU: INR-406

    ACTi INR-406 128-Channel 8-Bay RAID Rackmount Standalone NVR

    • 8-bay Rackmount Standalone NVR
    • Rack Space: 2U
    • Hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
    • Maximum Number of Video Devices: 128
    • Free License: 64 (64 channels for ACTi and 1 channel for third-party video device)
    $9,772.65
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  38. $8,765.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV256E2N-8T

    Avycon AVR-NSV256E2N-8T 256 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 8TB

    • Supports Up to 256 Channels 12MP / 8MP / 5MP / 3MP / 1080P /960P/ 720P IP Camera Input
    • Supports H.265+ High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI(Video Analytics)
    • Playback: 16 Channels Simultaneous Playback
    $8,765.00
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  39. $7,945.00
    SKU: AVR-HN564E2NR-20T

    Avycon AVR-HN564E2NR-20T 64 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder, 20TB

    • Supports 64 Cameras at 4K/5MP/4MP/3MP/1080/960P/720P Resolution
    • Playback: 16 Channels simultaneous
    • Quick and Intuitive Backup via USB and Network
    • Supports multiple online users
    • User management, Log Viewing and Device Status
    $7,945.00
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  40. $7,653.45
    SKU: CT-iNRA10-32-8F

    Cantek CT-iNRA10-32-8F 32 Channel H.265+ 4K 320M 2U Face DeepinMind Network Video Recorder

    • Face Detection and Analysis
    • Video Input and Transmission
    • HD Video Output and Decoding
    • Storage and Playback
    • VCA & POS Function
    $7,653.45
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  41. $4,745.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV32P16-10T

    Avycon AVR-NSV32P16-10T 32 Channel 4K UHD Network Video Recorder with 10TB

    • H.265+ codec decoding
    • Max. 640Mbps (32CH) input bandwidth
    • Up to 8MP (4K) resolution for preview and playback
    • Support to install up to 4 HDDs, max total capacity of up to 18TB
    • Full function network remote view via Internet (CMS, IE/Firefox/Chrome, Mac Safari)
    $4,745.00
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  42. $3,220.00
    SKU: IMM12018-BASE

    Pelco IMM12018-BASE 12 Megapixel 180° Panoramic Indoor Vandal Network Camera Base Module

    • Constant, seamless situational awareness
    • Zoom in for detail live or retrospectively with client-side dewarping
    • Multiple immersive PTZ views at video management system (VMS)
    • Up to 12 Megapixel (4 x 3 MPx) resolution for better detail at a distance
    • Up to 30 frames per second (fps)
    $3,220.00
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  43. $3,165.00
    SKU: AVR-NSV04P4-14T

    Avycon AVR-NSV04P4-14T 4 Channels 4K UHD Network Video Recorder, 14TB

    • H.265+ codec decoding
    • Max. 50Mbps (4CH) input bandwidth
    • Up to 8MP (4K) resolution for preview and playback
    • 14TB
    • Full function network remote view via Internet (CMS, IE/Firefox/Chrome, Mac Safari)
    $3,165.00
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  44. $3,052.51
    SKU: INR-350

    ACTi INR-350 64-Channel Tower Standalone NVR, No HDD

    • 2-bay Tower Standalone NVR
    • Maximum Number of Video Devices: 64
    • Multi-Browser Support for Lite Web Client (v.3.0.16)
    • System Monitoring and Notifications (v.3.0.16)
    • Location-based management with e-Map & Google Map
    $3,052.51
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  45. $2,923.19
    SKU: S7818L-FW0

    Pelco S7818L-FW0 8 Megapixel Indoor Smoked Network PTZ Camera, 18X Lens, White

    • Robust Image Stabilization (EIS) with Gyro
    • Built-in Pelco Enhanced Analytics Suite
    • Pelco Advanced Analytics Capable
    • Power over Ethernet (802.3bt), 24 VAC, 48 VDC
    • H.264 and H.265 Pelco Smart Compression Technology
    $2,923.19
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  46. $1,908.00
    SKU: AVR-NN816E2N-FD-1T

    Avycon AVR-NN816E2N-FD-1T 16 Channel 8MP Network Video Recorder, 1TB

    • Supports up to 16 Channels 8MP / 6MP /5MP / 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 960P / 720P IP Camera video input
    • Supports H.265 High Profile Compression with Up to 50% Savings in bandwidth over H.264
    • Intuitive and User-Friendly Graphic User Interface (GUI)
    • 4K HDMI Output
    • Multi-Mode Recording: Manual / Scheduled / Motion / Alarm / AI (Video Analytics)
    $1,908.00
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  47. $1,448.89
    SKU: VT-TNR818PFN-10T

    Vitek VT-TNR818PFN-10T Transcendent Series NDAA Compliant 8 Channel 12.0 Megapixel Real-Time PoE Network Video Recorder, 10TB

    • 8 Channel Stand-alone Real-time IP Network Video Recorder
    • 12MP Recording @ 20fps per Channel, 8MP [4K] Recording @ 30fps per channel
    • 4K HDMI & VGA Video Outputs
    • H.265S / H.265+ / H.265 / H.264 Video Compression
    • Gen. IV Advanced Analytics: Regional Entrance / Exit, Line Crossing, Target Counting [All by Human / Motor Vehicle Classification] FaceDetection, Object Missing, Exception
    $1,448.89
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  48. $954.85
    SKU: 55-CT00000-0000-P4

    Geovision 55-CT00000-0000-P4 GV-Control Center V4, Security Management Software

    • Up to 9 Live View windows to monitor videos from 900 camera channels
    • Remote Desktop to access the desktop of a client server from afar
    • I/O Central Panel to group and manage I/O devices from different hosts
    • Event popup display
    • Remote Playback
    $954.85
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  49. $915.00
    SKU: AVC-BNN41AVT

    Avycon AVC-BNN41AVT 4 Megapixel Network Outdoor Bullet Camera with 2.8-12mm Lens

    • 4MP ( 2592 × 1520 ) @ 30fps
    • Max. Resolution: 2592 × 1520
    • H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264/MJPEG Coding
    • ICR Auto Switch, True Day / Night vision
    • 98ft to 264ft (30-50m) IR Night View Distance
    $915.00
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  50. $903.07
    SKU: IME222-1IS

    Pelco IME222-1IS 2 Megapixel Network Indoor Dome Camera, 9-22mm Lens

    • Power over Ethernet (PoE), IEEE 802.3af, 24 VAC, 12 VDC
    • Pelco H.264 Smart Compression Technology
    • Built-in Analytics Suite
    • Up to 128 GB Edge Storage with SD Card
    • Compatible with Pelco and Third-Party Video Systems
    $903.07
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Network Frequently Asked Questions
What is a network surveillance camera?
A network surveillance camera is a digital video camera that transmits data over a network, allowing for remote viewing and recording. These cameras connect to a local area network (LAN) or the internet, enabling users to monitor their property from anywhere. They typically offer higher resolutions, advanced features like motion detection, and can integrate with various security systems.
How does a network camera differ from an analog camera?
Network cameras use digital signals to transmit video over a network, while analog cameras send video signals through coaxial cables. This difference allows network cameras to provide higher image quality, more flexibility in installation, and the ability to be accessed remotely. Additionally, network cameras often support advanced features such as analytics and cloud storage.
What are the benefits of using PoE (Power over Ethernet) for surveillance cameras?
PoE allows network cameras to receive power and data through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying installation and reducing clutter. This technology eliminates the need for separate power sources, making it easier to place cameras in various locations. PoE also enhances reliability and can be more cost-effective, especially in larger installations.
Can I access my network surveillance cameras remotely?
Yes, most network surveillance cameras come with remote access capabilities. This allows homeowners to view live feeds and recorded footage from their smartphones, tablets, or computers via an internet connection. Remote access often requires setting up an account with the camera manufacturer or using a specific app designed for the camera system.
What should I consider when choosing a network surveillance camera?
When selecting a network surveillance camera, consider factors such as resolution, field of view, night vision capabilities, and whether it supports PoE. Additionally, evaluate the camera's compatibility with existing security systems, storage options (cloud vs. local), and any advanced features like motion detection or two-way audio.