REOLINK 4K Security Camera System - H.265 4pcs PoE Security Cameras Wired with Person Vehicle Detection, 8MP/4K 8CH NVR with 2TB HDD for 24-7 Recording, RLK8-800B4

I purchased this camera security system to replace an aging lower-end model which stopped working. This Reolink model costs a bit more than I planned to spend, but I wanted a high-quality system. The reviews, specs. and features seemed great, so I went with it- it did not disappoint! Pros: • Excellent image quality from the cameras. For me, image resolution and clarity were the most important factor I was looking for- these cameras deliver! • The cameras are exceptionally well-built and have very solid construction. • Easy setup and use of the DVR/system. The system is packed with excellent features and options. • Remote access via my Smartphone works very well. Viewing high-res. videos rapidly drains the battery of my phone, but that is understandable. • I really like the Windows client software (vers. 7.2.33, 64-bit) and use it on two different Windows 10 laptops. Some reviewers have mentioned that it is unstable/locks up, however, I have not had this issue (it is very stable and works fantastic). • The 2TB hard drive is fine, but I upgraded to a 4TB drive ($99 here on Amazon) due to the large file sizes (four high-res. video cameras require a lot of hard drive space). Upgrading was easy- open the case, unscrew old HD, put in new HD, format drive from the menu. Done! I will eventually utilize the stock HD as the extra external drive. • Responsive Customer Service. I sent an email just confirming my DVR had the latest firmware (I attached a screen shot). They responded back that it did and provided a website to check for future updates. • Overall excellent features and functionality for the cost. Cons: • I do not like the camera wire/lead which ends in 3 bulky connectors (network cable, optional power supply, and reset button). These 3 leads makes for an awkwardly large group of wires/connectors that is very difficult to hide/protect when mounting outdoors. In addition, the total length of the lead (from camera base to the end of the 3 connectors) is almost 20 inches. I am sure that long lead aids in some installations, but for me, it is simply more wire to try to tuck away. • The design of the ‘waterproof lid’ is poor (it doesn’t seem waterproof to me). I added silicone caulk around the ‘lid’ to ensure it is waterproof, but there has to be a better solution than this. Additional: • The night vision capability is sufficient (not stellar, but satisfactory). Reminder that when ambient light levels drop, the cameras automatically switch to Black and White mode. • I do not use the audio option of these cameras. Aside from the few cons I listed, this is a really impressive system- excellent image quality, great features, and a reasonable cost. Nice job Reolink!

These cameras are POE and easy to get setup with the NVR. Connecting the NVR to the PC and Phone applications was super easy. The only hard part about this is running all the ethernet cables to the cameras locations. We ran the cables through the attic to all camera locations and installed a 6 port ethernet wall plate to connect them all behind the wall. Then I used patch cables to go from the wall to the NVR. Cameras were installed under eaves with a small waterproof box next to each camera location to hide the wires and also to keep them protected from the elements. All in all it took about a month for me to get everything ran and installed but that was working on them when I had free time. If there is interest I will post pictures of how the cameras are installed and the wall plate. All the effort was worth it for me to not have to worry about wifi signal strength or having to change batteries or charge cameras. Camera picture quality is great when completely zoomed out. As with any camera that relies totally on a digital zoom you lose picture quality quickly when you try to zoom in on something. I do suggest you mess around with the Image Settings for the cameras for when they are recording in night mode. I had one camera especially that had pitch black background after about 30 ft from the camera. I upped the brightness on the camera and can now clearly see what was in that area. I was able to add 2 more Reolink cameras to this system with no issues. I added two of the 5 MP dome cameras to go over the front and back doors or the house. Something that was important to me was replacing the corded mouse that the system comes with with a wireless mouse. After trying out a few different mice the one that worked for me was the Logitech M310. It lags a bit sometimes but it is better than having to be right by the NVR to use it.

This system is fantastic. I’m using it to replace a lower quality EZVIZ system that I enjoyed, but this is the next level. Initial setup was a breeze using the NVRs built in software. Additional changes I made through the app which is also very smooth, responsive, and intuitive. The video quality is amazing and the sound is good. Night vision is also better than my previous system. The digital zoom within the Reolink App is also very good and does not distort. Saving videos locally to your camera roll is also an absolute breeze. I also want to add, this system DOES work with a PoE switch. All 4 cameras are connected directly to the switch and one uplink cable goes into “cam1” port on the NVR. All 4 cameras appear beautifully and without issue with this setup method. It also eases installation as you can place the switch in your attic (check temp rating on whatever you buy, I went with the Amcrest AGPS9E8P-AT-96) and simply run one cable to the NVR which should be placed near your router. Remote access is flawless. I have a solid internet plan with a solid ASUS router and I can view all 4 cams live via LTE without issue. I further tested this by viewing live feed from the NVR to a TV via HDMI while simultaneously viewing a live feed on my iPhone and my wife’s iPhone (mine through LTE, her’s through the local Wi-Fi). All feeds being used at the same time displayed crystal clear live feed WITH audio to all playback devices. I am impressed. Lastly, I picked this system up during prime day for about $120 off so I am a 5/5 star happy camper on this one.

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Lo bueno: plug and play, solo conecta ethernet a la cámara, crea un usuario y listo. Muy configurable, detección por zonas modos de alerta, normal/inflarojo, gran rango de distancia para colocarlas solo con un cable ethernet que transmite la energía y los datos, diferentes modos de grabación en disco. Conectividad con celular, tablet, PC , tv Descarga los clips directamente desde la app en celular, desde ahí puedes configurar el equipo Cámaras: muy buena definición, gran calidad de los materiales, buen rango de vision, zoom. Este es mi segundo equipo el primero (5mp) tiene ya cuatro años y las cámaras funcionando al 100% totalmente a la intemperie, uno de los cables ethernet tuvo que ser cambiado por el desgaste del sol compré uno más reforzado, pero las cámaras sin problema. Realmente cubre todo para un uso residencial Contras: después de 4 años con estos nvr ninguna queja o problema, este fue el segundo equipo para un familiar y está muy satisfecho