Will the system support additional cameras? I have two children and would like to be able to switch from one room to another with ease.
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The camera can be used with up to 4 cameras. There are useful youtube videos which help in getting the additional cameras to communicate with the main base.
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Not to this unit. There is an 8 channel unit that allows for up to 8 Cameras from this same manufacturer. Everything is the same except that unit also has a larger memory
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I have four cameras set up. The directions said you can add more. The screen allows 4 cameras to auto record on quad view. So if there are more cameras on the system you would have to select which 4 you want to record and disable the others. So far I like the system. It is perfect for what I need it for.
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You can sync up to 4 cameras at a time to a single monitor. You will not be able to use 2 monitors however.
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Supposed to .. however, foscam doesn't offer additional cameras. You have to buy another set of camera and monitor.. Then you can use on monitor for both cameras or one camera per monitor .. I tried, but you can't have both monitors on both cameras .. as soon as you try to sync the second monitor, it knocks out the first >>>I feel, that with the information given to me in the details of this Item that you should be able to buy additional cameras .. but you can't ... They need to tell you that before you purchase .. because it says that it will work up to four cameras .. Im sure it would if you could get four cameras without having to buy the monitor also.. just saying !! Supposed to .. however, foscam doesn't offer additional cameras. You have to buy another set of camera and monitor.. Then you can use on monitor for both cameras or one camera per monitor .. I tried, but you can't have both monitors on both cameras .. as soon as you try to sync the second monitor, it knocks out the first >>>I feel, that with the information given to me in the details of this Item that you should be able to buy additional cameras .. but you can't ... They need to tell you that before you purchase .. because it says that it will work up to four cameras ..... » Read More Supposed to .. however, foscam doesn't offer additional cameras. You have to buy another set of camera and monitor.. Then you can use on monitor for both cameras or one camera per monitor .. I tried, but you can't have both monitors on both cameras .. as soon as you try to sync the second monitor, it knocks out the first >>>I feel, that with the information given to me in the details of this Item that you should be able to buy additional cameras .. but you can't ... They need to tell you that before you purchase .. because it says that it will work up to four cameras .. Im sure it would if you could get four cameras without having to buy the monitor also.. just saying !! « Show Less
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Yes you can. Then you have the choice to toggle between cameras on your monitor or you can have it "scan" back and forth between them both. We like ours. Good luck.
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I do not think you can add additional cameras. I know that out of the box in as-is condition, definitely not. You may be able to hook up something though an output/input, but I am not even sure if it offers that on the back of the DVR - I dont have it in front of me right now to check. I's say your best bet would probably be to buy a system with sufficient cameras.
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yes you can add better cameras. But you will need to make sure that they have the same connections.
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I only have 3 cameras on one monitor, Not sure the cameras would stream data to both monitors. That sounds like a question for their tech support group. Sorry incouldnt answer.
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It sounds like you want to know if you can connect the cameras and the NVR to the same switch.Probably can if only wants to access the cameras on the local network, but to be able to access them from a remote location you would need to connect them to a router.www.AffordableHomeElectronics.com
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Yes you can set up any number of cameras. The display just shows no video where there are no cameras.
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Hi John, The 16 channel dvr can support up to 16 cameras however if you only wanted to use 1 camera or 5 cameras on that system that would be ok too. It's really up to your discretion on how many cameras you'd like to use up to the maximum 16. I hope that helps answer your question.
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I use a great free program called "iSpy". I have 2 pairs of different branded cameras working on iSpy at the same time. From what I understand, you can have many more than that. The list of cameras this software supports is huge. I'd say you'd have a hard time finding a camera not supported. It does take a little reading to understand, but there are a ton of youtube and other help guides out there. Once you get it set up and running, I'd also recommend Google Chrome's new Remote Desktop. I use this to check on the camera's/house when I'm away from home on my phone. I used to use TeamViewer, but Chrome Remote Desktop has been a much better experience. All of this software is free and iSpy is CONSTANTLY being improved upon and updated. The team of people working on iSpy are some truly talented people.
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I do not own this camera (yet) but from what I have gathered from other reviewers you can either view 1 or 4 cameras at the same time...meaning if you have 2-3 cameras, the image will be just as small as if there were 4 images. Or, you can toggle back and forth between one large image. I plan to use the camera primarily for my newborn (due in June) with the ability to "check in" on my toddler as needed.
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I have this monitor with twins in the same room but separate cribs and only need one camera, I set in on a dresser ACROSS THE ROOM from the cribs and it can pivot to view each crib. I'd say- Buy one and see how it works in your room. I have never used it to try and see if my kids are breathing, (you could drive yourself bonkers!) and for the love of all that is good- do not position the monitors on the wall where your kids can reach the wires!
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I am sorry you can't. Only support 2 analog cameras and 2 ip cameras at the same time.
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Yes you have plenty of choices in compatible cameras. Yes you can use split screen and monitOr all your cameras at once.