By far the cheapest it has been I think, great system with reliable software and easy plug and play.
Spec:
Power over Ethernet
8-channel NVR
2TB HDD built-in
Audio recording
Night vision up to 30m
80° viewing angle
IP66 waterproof design
Great package for the price.if not a Kogan first customer, try their 14 days free trial.
Could someone advise on how much it costs to get them all wired and setup?
Since i work with a wired property, it's all plug and play :D
It is simple to set up yourself if you don't mind climbing into your roof. Otherwise a tradie will probably do it for $300 or so.
Approx $100 per camera so total of $400. And approx an additional $100 if you want to extend your LAN port to a specific location in the house to hide your NVR.
Approx $100 per camera
To plug it in ?????
To climb inside your roof and run networks cable to the 4 corners of your house, and back to a central point where you have the NVR, and neatly terminate them to a wall plate. To be honest, I’d expect quotes to be closer to $160 per run.
and neatly terminate them to a wall plate.
The cables are included. They don't need termination. They plug in directly to the camera and the NVR.
in the box
1 × 1m Network Cable (Cat5)
4 × 18m Network Cables (Cat5)
@jv: Ah didn’t see that. Still would cost a bit to run them though. So the original $100/run might be more accurate.
lol everyone an expert here i see, sure do everything yourself, dont get a tradie for anything
@alwayspoor: As soon as your ruining cables through walls etc, legally you need a licenced electrician. Please don't encourage people to break the laws
@wisc: Actually a lot of electricians don't have the open cabler licence either. You need someone licenced to run telecommunications cable which an electrician may be, but it's not guaranteed.
@wisc: dont need to encourage anyone, they all into doing everything themselves anyhow, who needs licences and experience lol
I have the 4k camera setup and this is what I got quoted by a licensed cabler. Hence I'm passing on the estimate.
Does this come with spotlight?
Not with the camera that came in the package, but you can add some to the system if needed.
Is this good? and how does this compare with many other surveillance camera deals on this site?
They normally are in $500ish range and reolink's system is well reviewed, on bar with other big names in the game.
Well reviewed but you have seen so many other camera deals here right? This is one of the best one??
I've seen many FB images of alleged offenders/criminals where the figure and face are not even that clear!!! Will this camera pass the test?!?
500 camera kits performs the same during night with just IR.
You need a proper floodlight to get somewhat decent quality or spend.
Anyone can defeated your cameras with a mask and bright flashnight.
Yeah, they will pass that test. Quality is pretty damn good
I was planning to get Reolink but when I researched them I found the following, not sure of accuracy but worth doing further research:
@NobalaKoba: If you're going to neg me, at least say what parts I said are wrong so that people can make an informed decision.
If I'm just being begged because people don't like what I'm saying, that's the point. Better to know now than after you order.
@[Deactivated]: Dahua and hik weren't provided as examples of what to get, but examples of other cameras using the same sensors but also have low light level models. I'm not recommending any cameras specifically, just providing general warnings and information.
If the cameras follow standards properly, shouldn't most cameras work with standard software suites like BlueIris, making the software matter very little? Iirc, Reolink has also had issues with this, as their cameras tend not to be fully compliant with the standard specs for controlling even when they state they are.
@NobalaKoba: I personally never had issues hooking it to blueiris, home assistant, shinobi, zoneminer.
Reolink on sale beats pretty much any camera at the same price. Axial is also good but stock within Australia is sometimes hit or miss.
There is much better camera but you gonna have spend more for it.
Great deal… the camera are RLC-520 Cameras, which retail for anywhere between $60-90.
Signed up yesterday for Kogan First via 14-day trial and cancelled. Apparently if you cancel you can't use for the remainder of the 14-days. Cancelled to avoid paying once trial finished.
I think every trial service on Earth lets you cancel immediately without ending the free trial - must be a Kogan thing!
Nope. To get deal have to pay fee for Kogan First and gives discount but not free freight. So $30 or so extra. Still cheap but no buy as a result.
damn these kogan first deals are decent!
Is Power over Ethernet setup DIY approved or is there a chance of insurance issues if not done by professionals?
is there a chance of insurance issues
ask your insurance company.
Network cable must be run by a licensed person. Doesn’t matter what they are plugged in to. Total bullshit, but that’s the law unfortunately.
Which law mind to point out? So every time I need to plug and unplug my network cable from my pc to modem I need a professional IT guy?
https://www.acma.gov.au/cabling-standards-and-regulations
If it goes through a wall, ceiling, floor, etc and is able to connect to a telecumications network (I.e. network cabling, fibre, phone cable, etc) you need a license. Patch cables that plug 8nto a call plate, patch panel, etc are fine BUT must be completely outside walls (I.e. there isn’t a loophole by using premade cables to run to IP cables)
@mattkenny: Are you taking about having someone to install phone lines and NBN FTTP? I have never heard that I need a licence to run my network cables from my modem router to my bedrooms through the conduits my builder placed them for my house when it was built.
@mattkenny: Your link is for anyone wants to work as a registered cabler in cabling industry. Not that I want to DIY my home security cameras installation I need a licence but only if say I want to install security cameras for someone and charge a fee then I need a licence.
Network cable must be run by a licensed person.
Only for fixed cabling.
Like to POE cameras mounted to your wall or eaves.
Lol it is like if you plug a network cable to your modem needs insurance approval?
In the wall/roof/floor cavity is considered concealed cabling and requires a licensed installer. But for insurance to deny a claim I think they’d need to show a link between the installation and the “event”.
I have run HDMI cable through the ceiling to my projector to avoid tripping it if left on the floor. I guess I will be denied insurance claims then?
@wtfnodeal: Nah, HDMI is fine. Not covered by ACMA cabling rules.
https://www.acma.gov.au/cabling-standards-and-regulations
But there's no motion detection for these camera, right?
The 510A has Vehicle/Person Detection but believe the 510 will sense motion detection in the specified area.
I am using Reolink 8mp 4K system and it works flawlessly. Great value for money. I bought it 635 from Amazon and got 4 cameras installed for 300 bucks. A 4K system for under 1000 dollars. Nice
got a link?
Thanks mate but you linked to cameras not a system…
@R3XNebular: Their systems are on the same website. There are 8 x 4K PoE Kits there…
I listed all the 4K cameras. I think the 811a is a new model.
Think this system works with 4K also just need to purchase the cameras.
Seems both kits use RLN8-410 (5MP and 8MP)
How are the cameras secured to the wall? I'm looking to get the 4k reo setup but aren't sure whether to go bullet or these.
Can't someone just twist them out, remove cat 5 cable and be gone with your camera?
Yes, dome are just twist.
All cams secured or not can be taken tho. Even the secured cams with that tiny little screw can snap right off if a person wanted that camera
Literally tempted to buy two as the cameras or cheap!
in the box
1 x USB Mouse
What brand is the mouse?
Its a generic wired mouse. I am using my logitech wireless mouse which works fine. They recommend using a wired mouse because not every wireless mouse will be compatible
what do you need a mouse for?
If you want to search the Footage and to view it on the screen attached to NVR. I usually check footage on the app which is handy. So there is no real need of mouse. Apart from setting up the system initially
@jv: Yes very easy. Install reolink app on the PC, connect PC to same wifi for easy set-up. Or if you are using a PC at a different location, login with the Reolink user name password.
@jv: Important thing is, you need to have a data port next to your NVR if you want to access the footage online. If you do not have a data port, no problem.
I did some research and found that you can use an old router to work as a wifi bridge connection. Youtube has detailed tutorials, its easy. And its working for me. I don't have data ports next to my dvr
Be aware that these cameras have no set screw or anything holding it in place. It's a simple 1/4 turn to unlock it from the mounting plate and the camera is free.
Araldite.
Your solution is to just epoxy it in?? What happens if theres a fault, or you need to readjust the camera. Just bad design by the manufacturer.
The Power by Ethernet, can someone advise a decent priced unit that does that? My router doesn't do this and when I researched it was a maze of options and prices.
I presume it's an Ethernet switch and that plugs in to my router? And then all the camera wires plug in to the Switch?
I thought all the cameras plug into the NVR (power over ethernet) and then 1 ethernet cable from the NVR to your router which doesnt need POE.
Correct.
The NVR is your POE switch.
It plugs into your router.
You only need a POE router if you are going to use a dedicated PC or NAS with software to act as your NVR.
Or if you record to an SD card only. Like how you can setup 510a.
You can also use a separate PoE switch if you don't want to run all the cams back to the nvr.
Anyone know how the NVR compares to Blueiris?
Cameras are $58 each with AU shipping from here
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mKE5n2n
I'll skip the NVR, apparently it doesn't support other camera brands. I'll just go BYO with Blueiris.
So $232 for 4 x Camera which leaves $107 for 2TB HD + DVR (not a bad deal for $107 for DVR). Wonder what HD they are using…
Ended up purchasing two. Thanks for link will probably buy extra 4 cameras…
Seagate Skyhawk Surveillance hard drive
Don't forget 4x 18m ethernet cables. That has to be worth $50.
One warning: the web interface relies on Adobe Flash, I kid you not.
Still? My old RLC410s got a firmware update which moved them away from Flash. Good chance the NVR would have been updated
Not anymore. They have updates to html5
Is Reolink comparable to Hikvision and Dahua?
Of course you can compare them. They are not in a totally different class, though they have a different sales model, and are more budget-oriented.
https://www.vueville.com/home-security/cctv/ip-cameras/hikvi…
I have a 16 camera hikvision set up for my own home and have purchased these two reolinks. The reolinks in comparison don't have line crossing detection but I think there higher model cameras may have including the 520A which has vehicle and person detection. About $70 delivered from AliExpress. I've had issues with firmware from hikvision and their android/Apple app causing the resolution to drop to 720p. Fingers crossed no issues with reolink. Will report back.
Biggest downside with these camera (which i own) is they can only rotate about 30 degrees, so you mount them to a pillar for example outside but you can't point them where you want, due to the poor design they can only turn left or right slightly, and only up or down slightly. The other reolink cam with ball joint is much better for this.
Just wondering if you could clarify your comment…
The Reolink website suggests that this camera can rotate 360 degrees around its base, and the camera can be rotated up or down by 70 degrees. Is that not correct in your experience?
Genuinely curious, as I'm interested in buying this product. Although it looks like Kogan is now out of stock, I'm still on the lookout for a CCTV system.
The website is correct. I think try have only tried to move the eyeball but the entire cam can rotate just below the mounting bracket it spins 360
That only works if you have it mounted to the ceiling so when you rotate it left or right, the image can be pointed in the exact spot you want it. If mounted on a pole or upright, there is no way to achieve this as the plastic holding the camera blocks it from turning left or right very far. If you rotate it onto a weird angle, the image in the software would also be on a weird angle, there is no way to adjust the image in the app other than to flip the image vertically 180 degrees.
These should be used in such situations https://www.securitywholesalers.com.au/product/hikvision-ds-…
For the money i am really happy with them though. Just find these cams tricky to point where you want them. I ended up buying one of the ball joint ones for my driveway so i could mount it onto the balcony upright and have it pointing at 45 degrees up the angle of the driveway.
Hi rival81, I think I understand what you mean, regarding mounting these cameras on a wall rather than to a ceiling/eaves.
However, I came across this youtube video, where the guy seems to be able to rotate the 'ball' with lens, such that in your scenario you can still point the camera wherever you want and avoid the "weird angle" that you referred to.
See this video at around the 6:30 mark.
Or am I misunderstanding you?
@thehub: Oops, sorry I forgot to include the link to the video. Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_WJVVEphiU&t=395s
@thehub: Maybe i am not being rough enough with the mount, it looks like not only can the whole thing rotate but also the camera lens itself can rotate within the shroud. I'll try that, should work.
How is it compared to annke camera for which the deal was posted a few days ago?
![[Kogan First] Reolink 5MP 8 Channel Survillance System with 4 Dome Cameras $329 Delivered @ Kogan](https://files.ozbargain.com.au/n/76/616476.jpg?h=2144c7f2)
This is a brilliant setup for the money