Hello
we are currently planning our new semi-detached house
we have now reached the topic of video doorbells and security cameras
I have a few questions
Video doorbell:
which "smart" video doorbell can you recommend without monthly fees?
The video doorbell should have the following features:
When someone rings, there should be an audible signal inside the house (like a normal doorbell) and a notification should be sent to our smartphones
The video doorbell should also be seamlessly compatible with a smart door lock (e.g. Nuki) and it should work seamlessly together with the security cameras (all in one app)
At what height from the ground should the video doorbell be installed?
Which "smart" security cameras can you recommend? Should we choose the same manufacturer as the video doorbell?
Where should security cameras be installed?
Definitely one on the garage to cover the area next to the house.
Then only the entrance area would be left—do we still need an additional security camera at the entrance if we already have a video doorbell?
I have already looked and the big well-known brands like Ring (Amazon) and Nest (Google) all rely on cloud solutions with monthly subscriptions if you want all features
I have also seen Eufy (Anker) which works without cloud and monthly fees
What do you think of these brands or which ones would you recommend we check out?
we are currently planning our new semi-detached house
we have now reached the topic of video doorbells and security cameras
I have a few questions
Video doorbell:
which "smart" video doorbell can you recommend without monthly fees?
The video doorbell should have the following features:
When someone rings, there should be an audible signal inside the house (like a normal doorbell) and a notification should be sent to our smartphones
The video doorbell should also be seamlessly compatible with a smart door lock (e.g. Nuki) and it should work seamlessly together with the security cameras (all in one app)
At what height from the ground should the video doorbell be installed?
Which "smart" security cameras can you recommend? Should we choose the same manufacturer as the video doorbell?
Where should security cameras be installed?
Definitely one on the garage to cover the area next to the house.
Then only the entrance area would be left—do we still need an additional security camera at the entrance if we already have a video doorbell?
I have already looked and the big well-known brands like Ring (Amazon) and Nest (Google) all rely on cloud solutions with monthly subscriptions if you want all features
I have also seen Eufy (Anker) which works without cloud and monthly fees
What do you think of these brands or which ones would you recommend we check out?
K
karl.jonas16 Feb 2022 11:21@ntsa86 Great description. This is a practical approach for many who don’t want to have KNX installed by a professional company right away, especially
I’m still curious whether you use a central control system like OpenHAB or Home Assistant, or if the individual components operate independently.
ntsa86 schrieb:
Basically, in the planning phase, we only considered where we need to be more generous with the cables or the flush-mounted boxes.
I’m still curious whether you use a central control system like OpenHAB or Home Assistant, or if the individual components operate independently.
Hello Karl,
I’m only running one other “external” system – Homebridge.
The reason is that we are Apple users and integrate all devices into HomeKit. With an Apple TV or iPad, you already have a control hub including some basic automations, presence detection, and so on. I use Homebridge to connect the Ring doorbell. Eufy supports HomeKit natively. Within HomeKit, I have simple automations, for example, the camera arms when nobody is home. Otherwise, you have all devices conveniently in one interface. Later, with Thread/Matter, everything will be integrated natively.
I’m only running one other “external” system – Homebridge.
The reason is that we are Apple users and integrate all devices into HomeKit. With an Apple TV or iPad, you already have a control hub including some basic automations, presence detection, and so on. I use Homebridge to connect the Ring doorbell. Eufy supports HomeKit natively. Within HomeKit, I have simple automations, for example, the camera arms when nobody is home. Otherwise, you have all devices conveniently in one interface. Later, with Thread/Matter, everything will be integrated natively.
I also have a HomeKit bridge, which allows me to access KNX. However, logic, scenes, and similar functions are controlled by KNX. This runs faster and still works even if the internet goes down. Additionally, the functions in HomeKit are limited. No security-relevant features are integrated.
@ntsa86
I have another question about your Eufy cameras.
What is the effective range between the cameras and the Homebase?
Is the connection consistently stable?
How long does the 16GB internal storage last?
Would you recommend the Eufys again, or would you suggest using PoE cameras if possible?
I only want to record when motion is detected from people.
I definitely want the cameras to be powered by electricity, no battery operation.
The video doorbell should also work together with the cameras and must be continuously powered just like the cameras (and most likely connected to the LAN). Should the video doorbell be powered normally and connected to the LAN just for internet access, or should the doorbell be connected via PoE?
I have another question about your Eufy cameras.
What is the effective range between the cameras and the Homebase?
Is the connection consistently stable?
How long does the 16GB internal storage last?
Would you recommend the Eufys again, or would you suggest using PoE cameras if possible?
I only want to record when motion is detected from people.
I definitely want the cameras to be powered by electricity, no battery operation.
The video doorbell should also work together with the cameras and must be continuously powered just like the cameras (and most likely connected to the LAN). Should the video doorbell be powered normally and connected to the LAN just for internet access, or should the doorbell be connected via PoE?