Can this camera be used in outdoor locations such as under an eave? Is there any problem with direct water contact?
2077130
If it absolutely is in a dry place...it works great indoors but have never tried it outside...but as long as it does not get wet and is secure, I would think it would be okay...
2077131
I don't think I'd do it (unless the price is not that big a deal to you). It's great for the price, but I don't think it will fair well outdoors.
1351797
The cameras are already built for the outdoor so I believe it would be very hard for rain to get in. As far as heat is concerned I do not think that would be an issue since the electronics are already enclosed inside the built in unit.
1164415
Yes, I've used this camera in sea water, fresh water, and even chlorinated/pool water and this camera works perfectly.
24978
The camera does not appear to be waterproof. I would not suggest something outside.
2050888
These cameras are not intended for use outside. They can't get wet. However you can use them. I have one mounted under the edge of the roof to give it some protection from the weather. I also modified a dummy housing to fit one camera. When you do that you can't use the globe because it reflects the infrared back into the lense
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Hi, I didn't really use this as I returned it because according to the manual, it can not be installed in places where the cameras are exposed to heat & moisture. I had planned placing this on my backyard, but outside, it can get up to 115 degrees (Vegas heat) and monsoon rain during the summer months.
351941
That is recommended for all outdoor cameras to reduce hardware failures due to direct sunlight and condensation buildup with humid environments. If you put the camera in a shaded area that is moderately protected from direct rains and elements you should be fine. The camera is rated IP66: http://www.thecctvblog.com/what-is-ip66/ which means it is dust proof and water resistant to heavy seas and splashing. But humidity and extremes in temps can cause condensation which can harm the camera. ftp://ftp.wintel.fi/docs/Dahua/DH-IPC-HDB3200C.pdf
1761350
I have not paid any attention to the warranty conditions. Water resistant? ..... I live in the Puget Sound area and have left the camera out in the rain for as much as four days at a time with no problem.
1667576
I would recommend it for outdoor use, as long as you could install some type of water-tight globe over it. It is not built to be directly exposed to the elements. The power cord with AC adapter is rather short, so you'll have to install some type of covered power outlet as well. I think it could work, as long as you have a long overhang or something. I wish I could offer more advice, but I use my cameras indoors.
695526
This can be used outdoors but you need to make sure the O-ring/ Gasket is Sealed/Seated properly. After it is seated, this is an IP66 camera rated for outdoors which is water resistant, not fully water proof. Thanks!
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Andrea,I contacted the manufacturer directly, and they said it was their mistake to print that the camera was "suitable for the backyard." They refunded my money when I pointed out that error. I looked at the camera closely, and it is not sealed and has open vents that would allow water to enter directly enter the electronics of the camera. It wouldn't last very long in the open rain. I suppose if a person could put the camera in a sort of clear plastic box, it might work.Ken
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I have used it outside. Water got into it once and the camera died. While researching other cameras (they all looked the same) I saw a reset procedure....power off, hit reset and hold, power on, release reset after 10 seconds. It brought the camera back to life. It is now better protected to avoid a repeat.
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Installed a Wansview 541 outdoors in September of 2012 (8 months ago) in central Florida. The camera is mounted upside-down, under an eave, to ensure that it cannot be exposed to rain. It is hard-wired via ethernet cable to my router. Also mounted an amplified outdoor speaker next to the camera & use it as an intercom to view & talk with visitors without opening the front door. The pan & tilt motors are used almost daily to 'scan' the front yard. Works great & no problems so far. My only complaint is the relatively LOW resolution, 300K pixels. Far shots (across the street) are rather grainy. Close-ups (visitors at front door, 10 feet away) are perfectly acceptable. Installed a Wansview 541 outdoors in September of 2012 (8 months ago) in central Florida. The camera is mounted upside-down, under an eave, to ensure that it cannot be exposed to rain. It is hard-wired via ethernet cable to my router. Also mounted an amplified outdoor speaker next to the camera & use it as an intercom to view & talk with visitors without opening the front door. The pan & tilt motors are used almost daily to 'scan' the front yard. Works great & no problems so far. My only complaint is the relatively LOW resolution, 300K pixels. Far shots (across the street) are rather... » Read More Installed a Wansview 541 outdoors in September of 2012 (8 months ago) in central Florida. The camera is mounted upside-down, under an eave, to ensure that it cannot be exposed to rain. It is hard-wired via ethernet cable to my router. Also mounted an amplified outdoor speaker next to the camera & use it as an intercom to view & talk with visitors without opening the front door. The pan & tilt motors are used almost daily to 'scan' the front yard. Works great & no problems so far. My only complaint is the relatively LOW resolution, 300K pixels. Far shots (across the street) are rather grainy. Close-ups (visitors at front door, 10 feet away) are perfectly acceptable. « Show Less
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Yes, youbcan use this outdoors. Just to help with weather-proofing, I put a small piece of plastic mounted right above the camera "tube".
668924
No. This is not an outdoor camera. It would probably survive humidity for a short time, but not direct exposure to weather.
1560659
this camera would work fine outside as long as you keep it out of the weather. i know that sounds contradictory but even though this says "outdoor" i would try to keep it under a roof or eave or something that shields it from the worst of the weather. as far as operating temps...i would not expect anything wireless to work well in the winter so take that into consideration if you live in a northern climate.
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I have all four cameras posted outside, although all are under eaves, and they work fine. There is the ability to zoom in on the images once they are captured on the dvr.