Changing from Logitech Alert

[dradb]

I currently have a Logitech Alert 750e system. I'd like to add other (non Logitech) cameras and change to Sighthound.

What new hardware will I need? Can I use the existing Logitech network adaptor connected to my modem?
Is there a combined POE/EOP (with a 240v Australian plug) to connect each camera via POE to my power line?

Any help in changing over is appreciated.

[Devin]

Hi dradb,

You will not need any new equipment to connect your Logitech Alert 750e, or any other IP camera that is currently up and running, to Sighthound Video. Please feel free to download our 14 day pro trial and test your cameras: https://www.sighthound.com/download

If you purchase any new cameras you will only need to connect them to your home network (Wifi or wired) before connecting them to Sighthound Video. If you have or purchase a camera that supports POE, then a POE switch will be required.

-Devin

[dradb]

Thanks Devin. I did read that Sighthound supports Logitech but I was more concerned about whether ther Logitech EOP box between my modem and power outlet, would support non Logitech cameras over the powerline. Do I need a new EOP box to replace the Logitech one, to support other brands of camera over the powerline? I assume Sightsound would allow this?

[Devin]

Hi dradb,

Unfortunately I'm not too familiar with EOP and I couldn't find much information on the Logitech EOP boxes. I would certainly try to contact Logitech to see if their box will work with other cameras and if not, will their camera work with 3rd party EOP boxes. It would also be a good idea to contact the manufacturer of any camera you are considering to see that their camera will work with Logitech/3rd party EOP box to be on the safe side.

As long as your camera is connected to the network and has an accessible stream URL Sighthound should be able to connect, regardless of how the camera is connected.

-Devin

[Johnboy00]

The Logitech cameras will work fine with any IP camera recording software that can read an RTSP stream (like Sighthound).

BTW, the Logitech powerline adapters are HomePlugAV compatible and will work with other brands of powerline adapters that are also HomePlugAV compatible. I have two Logitech units (one PoE, one regular) at home being used with a couple Trendnet units. I ditched my Logitech 700e camera, however, since there are much better camera options these days.

[dradb]

Thanks Johnboy and Devin. Johnboy, there seems to be countless cameras around ... what would you recommend please?

[Johnboy00]

I really like my Hikvision cameras. I have two 2032s, a 2332, and a 2432. In my opinion, they're the best value in 1080p+ IP cameras right now.

[ahallada]

I will second the Hikvision cams for great value. I have 3 different 3MP models running with SH and they have been great. I especially like the Mini Bullet 3MP. Be sure to get the real Hikvision and not some white branded knockoff.

All of my Axis 3-5MP cameras play well with SH and are a step up from Hikvision. Easy to setup and program, are very stable and reliable, and image quality is amazing. If you are wanting one of the best outdoor day/night cam, check out the Axis P3367-VE camera. This camera can output 5MP quality video in low light and has IR filter if an external IR source is needed. It also has auto focus so it makes setting up a breeze.


http://www.amazon.com/Axis-Communicatio ... s+p3367-ve

[gunpilot17]

Dude...you paid $830 for a camera??

[ryan]

Axis cameras are very expensive compared to others if you're just checking spec bullet points, but they are very high quality, stable, and I've never heard a single complaint about their cameras - I can't say the same for any other brand.

Hikvisions do generally seem to be good hardware for the cost, though I traditionally wouldn't have recommended them for non-techies. Older models required very tricky setups (involving direct connections, hard coded IPs and subnets, ...) and often shipped with rather nonsensical default video settings. However, I just got one of their latest and they seem to have improved this quite a bit (though unclear if this extends to all models).