Samsung SDE-3001 4 Channel DVR Security and Surveillance Kit

Overall, I have to say that the setup and installation of this system was very easy. The 500GB hard drive stores many days of footage, even at the highest quality/continuous recording mode. The user interface takes a little while to be comfortable. Some of the terminology used on the screens and in the user manual could use a bit more explanation. For instance, they don't explain what "spot-out" means and setting motion detection areas took a while to find and configure properly. Use the attached USB mouse because using the remote to configure this unit will drive you absolutely frustrated. I suggest not setting the sensitivity to 8(High Sensitivity) because the infrared night vision LEDs attract flying insects and you will have constant events being triggered, unless the camera will be inside. Over all, I give this a 4-star rating only because the camera mounts are not the greatest design. They have a screw to attach into the back top or bottom of the camera, but the tightening nut doesn't tighten down without a lot of fiddling with. The RJ45 connectors on the end of the camera wire (about 9 inches) are a female RJ45 port and a bit bulky to conceal but still better than running a RG58/59 coax and separate power lines. The cameras are powered over the standard outdoor rated CAT5e UTP Ethernet cables (included). If you want to have tidy installation, a box of RJ45 connectors and a cheap RJ45 connector crimping tool is a must. Tie-wraps and hammer-in cable clamps are also a good idea for a neat job. I wondered if these cameras would get covered with snow in the winter months, but they seem to get slightly warm while operating, enough to melt any snow or ice that sticks to them. The night vision on these cameras projects IR at least 50 feet in the center of the viewing field. Try not to mount it too close to soffit, eaves or backside of the fascia boards or the cameras will try to adjust to the IR reflecting off of the structure, leaving the important areas very dark. Hope this is helpful.

This is the 2nd system I bought. The first one was sold through Amazon not by Amazon. I could not get the power to come on and Samsung tech suggested I return it (not much help). I had already installed the cameras and cables very painstakingly and professionally looking. I couldn't just return a part I had to return it all. I did get the required authorization and returned it. This system sold by Amazon (exactly the same) gives me the option of returning a single defective part. It cost about 10.00-15.00 more but worth it should there be a problem. I was unable to install it for about a month due to other projects and work, but just finished installing it today. I am happy to report that the power did come on and it works. The paperwork that comes with this unit is not written with much explaination. I highly suggest installing the CD manual and going off of it. I am still in the process of setting up the remote access to my smart phone, but so far so good with everything else. ALSO I have yet to have it installed through the night so I can't say how well the cameras work in the dark. They are supposed to be very good night vision cameras which is one reason I selected this system over other cheaper systems. I can tell you the daylight look is very good!

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The best security system for the price by far, Awesome product.Easy to set up and install and doesn't need seperate power cords for cameras

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Where do I start. Had the system up for 2 months and had a light rain one night before this past Christmas and poof......one camera out.Had to contact Samsung and get an R.M.A for a return and I had to pay shipping.Watched the video playback of when it went out and it was under an eve too during the little bit of rain it received. When I pulled the connector apart and looked at it, it was burned up inside and smelled like pure fried up electronics which made me think that this could maybe burn the house down in a rainy situation.

Then last night our vehicle was broken into in which i have a camera 15 feet away aimed at both vehicles and guess what.....We couldn't make out a face,the clothes,the shoes,the hat ect of the perp on playback. Worst night recording I have ever seen.Looks like you have 50 sheets of screen door material in front of the camera when veiwing the recording and that's after 2 hours of trying to find the best settings in the system menu.

600.00 dollars down the drain and i can't return it.During the day it's fantastic but all of the thievery and crimes happen 99% at night. Very Very Dissappointed. Once again 600.00 with an extended warranty and 5 hours of nut breaking installation hanging off of a ladder.Listen to me now and believe me later....pass on this system if you need decent night recording and need these cameras in all weather situations.

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This system is a snap to install considering other alternatives in the market which require a seperate ethernet cable for signal and power. The picture quality is 2/5. It says it's weather proof but after 2 days of rain in Southern California I lost the only camera that was installed outdoors. I wouldn't recomend this system.