How To Setup a WIRED PoE Camera System From Start-to-Finish! || Reolink RLK16-800D8 4K System Review

In this video, I walk you through an in-depth step-by-step tutorial of installing a PoE security camera system which includes toning, terminating, and managing ethernet cables, configuring an NVR, installing cameras outdoors & indoors, and so much more. I do this by installing a Reolink RLK16-800D8 4K security camera system & at the end, I throw in my opinion and thoughts on it for those who are interested. I hope you find this useful, enjoy!
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⏰TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
01:22 - Unboxing
05:46 - Initial NVR System Setup
09:16 - What is Covered in the Install Portion?
10:29 - How to Tone Out Ethernet Cables
13:16 - Outdoor Mounting: Reolink Junction Box
15:46 - Installation Outdoors w/ Junction Box
16:26 - How to Terminate an RJ45/Ethernet Cable
18:01 - Installation Outdoors w/ Junction Box (Cont.)
18:50 - How to Connect Cameras to NVR
19:35 - How to Add Reolink NVR Into Reolink App
21:24 - Installation Indoors on a Wall
23:27 - Installation Indoors on the Ceiling
25:07 - General Thoughts & Camera 4K Quality Samples
26:37 - Features of the RLK16-800D8
28:55 - Does the Reolink System REQUIRE an Internet Connection?
31:41 - RLK16-800D8: Is It Worth It?
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[@GihanAnuradha]

Using reolink for 3+ years now and couldn't be more happy. Still maintains the quality and all the functions. Highly recommended

[@CaliKim29]

This was clearly explained and visualized. Definitely bookmarking this video. Nice job. I feel like this system could be very practical for my house. Well done. This video must have taken quite a while to think through/film/install/edit. VO -= nice job. CG

[@carsonmtech]

Thank you so much! I always appreciate when someone recognizes the work that went into a video. This one particularly spanned 4-5 different days of filming, and then took me quite a while to edit as well due to all the footage I had!

[@ozarkarts]

Excellent video! I especially liked how you explained how to terminate the Ethernet cable, and setting up the DVR system. Thanks for taking the time to explain everything so well!

[@billseek7180]

Wow! Super helpful. I haven't bought anything yet, but your "endorsement" of the system sure helps!

[@derneuekanal4927]

I think I already have told you that some time back in the past, but as a non native english speaker you have a really awesome voice and pronunciation so that everything is clearly to understand. Although ain’t have trouble to understand people talking English quite fast, I find your voice / video / atmosphere very calming and unique. Keep it up and stay healthy:)

[@carsonmtech]

Thank you very much! I’m glad that my videos are still helpful to those who don’t speak English as their first language! Stay awesome and healthy yourself!

[@blueonyou]

17:44 - CAT6 you want to push it in as far as possible. You really want to maintain the twist all the way to the connection point. When I terminate cat6 the casing is basically all the way up to the pins.

[@nerdlabstudios7023]

Thank you! I saw your vid on the Reolink wireless wiring process, I definitely prefer CCTV along with a PTZ system. Very useful knowledge for home security and safety. Thank you.

[@sync.e]

legend has it that Carson is still talking about how to set up a wired PoE system...

[@powertrain4786]

One of the best how to videos I've seen and I've watched plenty. Thank you.

[@360ModsandHacks]

Just watched the whole video! Really good explanation of everything. Thumbs up to you dude!!!!!!

[@carsonmtech]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Honey-80.]

Thanks! We bought a restaurant the ex owner all ready had a Reolink system set up. my concern is … should I reset everything and reuse it or should I buy everything again.. plus I don’t want to be observed by someone else that I not even know. And your video help me a lot I don’t have any idea about how this work but you explained so well and help me . Thanks 🙏🏻

[@jameshuett2559]

Super video. I'm a self proclaimed "techno duffus" and this video really helps.

[@dogbreath203]

What an awesome tutorial video, Carson! I'm from the tech world and know one when I see it! Thanks Carson!!

[@christopher9618]

Why did you not use a weather tight connection to the outdoor camera? It creates a water tight seal and prevents corrosion. The camera mount has openings which expose the connection to the elements. Doing this will drastically extend the life of the cameras.

[@andrewsalazar98]

Seems like he’s not an electrician, so he only knows how to throw stuff together that’s not code compliant.

[@David-pg4kt]

That junction box worked as a waterproof connection

[@Nerd2You]

Because he preferred to spend $25 on a junction box instead.

[@terryjones8360]

Excellent job and very well explained. Thank you so much! I just need four cameras on a remote garage that does not have internet, so these look as though they're just what a I need. Thanks again!

[@allenherera487]

Very good crystal clear video! I think everyone needs some type of security cameras. Most are fairly cheap and easy to install.

[@ClarkTangTV]

Thanks so much Carson for helping me to make my decision of getting security camera for my home. I've been thinking and looking for a while but I was not sure which to get. Your video is very helpful. Thank you. God bless.

[@markferrick10]

Very good video. Thanks for sharing. I specifically like the round plate, with the blue old work electrical box you used in the ceiling. THAT really looked factory designed. The rectangular install looks sub-par. Going to look for some your previous videos.

[@finetunedhp]

Thank you for putting together this excellent video and great job on the install!

[@stackfire9601]

HEY aren't you the Drone Boy? I learned a lot watching you! Thanks Drone Boy!! 😉😄🚁

[@B33MAD]

Great video Carson. It's probably made me realise that I would need someone professional to install the system, however I really appreciate the review of the RLK.

[@TheSoloAsylum]

I'm installing this very system, just bought is today. This video was super helpful in making my decision.

[@danielcastillo6621]

Very thorough and very informative video!! ReoLink should hire you!!

[@scottluebke5012]

Very impressed. Great personality for a YT channel.

[@deadstar962]

So young, so professional 👍🏾

[@carsonmtech]

Thanks😊

[@LandonGingerich]

Great video! Super informative and thanks for answering my question! 😉

[@carsonmtech]

Sure thing :) Thanks for checking it out!

[@MartiA1973]

Worth a sub for the speed and clarity

[@killemalljs]

Very good information and video! You answered several of my questions and will probably be buying this camara system. Thank you! 👍

[@gonzaga3c]

Hi, at around 18:20 mark you didn’t put the weathershield ring before you terminate it so when you connect them together you can lock them? I also tape it after with self amalgamating rubber tape for extra seal likewise I go round once or twice on the junction box seal too. And I also seal the hole inside the junction with silicone sealant where the cable pass through once I get the correct length I needed inside the junction box.

[@gasman7558]

Hey Carson how many family members can have access to the app? Thank you very much for helping me I will be purchasing a system this week.

[@seanandliv6588]

First!! Btw love your channel, keep up the good work!

[@carsonmtech]

Thanks Sean and Liv!!

[@seanandliv6588]

No problem dude!

[@triple8ball]

Trying to make this my side hustle. Great info and video. Thanks man

[@scuba6797]

You look like Brandon Miller from the fishing channel and his family. You share last names but you must be cousins or close relation. Great videos keep up the good work!

[@bsboggyboy5432]

Bra I advise using a peel n seal donut up against that steel and some silicone. Good vid👍👍

[@KJ7JHN]

Nice review! Thanks for the video.

[@leewhizhulbert9276]

As I see this is about a year old, have you been faced with lightening nearby causing the system to crash and reboot. I am near the capital of lightening here in the US and experienced originally lightening knocking out the cameras so that they needed to be replaced. I replaced the electrical box with a plastic one and that eliminated that issue. Now I have a 16 unit NVR that lightening knocking the whole unit even though it's on UPS. boxes for this are connected to metal eve's and I think this is providing a ground that may be feeding back through the system to have it trip.

[@strawberryhaze8836]

Is it possible to turn off the IR on one of the cameras? I'm gonna mount one of the cameras inside pointing outside through the window glass and am afraid there will be a glare because of the IR. Please answer if you know) Thank you.

[@realMattGavin]

Great review and set up instructions. 👍

[@XeloPerez]

De verdad, muy buen trabajo amigo. Por favor, ¿podrías averiguar si se pueden hacer backups de las grabaciones en Google Drive del NVR del Reolink? Espero puedas ayudarme con esa duda. Muchas gracias y saludos desde Chile.

[@caskervold1]

Thank you for the great video tutorial. I have a question regarding the connection from the switch to the NVR or vice versa. I will be setting up a full wired ethernet system in my house. Do i need to run the NVR through the switch ?

[@clearz3600]

Hi, I ordered this just there. I live next door to my parents and want to put 4 cams around their house and 4 on my house. Can I do it so that I only need to run one cable between the two houses using a poe switch in their house and running a single cable to the NVR box in my house. I know a few things about networking and this should be at least theoretically possible.

[@carsonmtech]

Yes! You could also do it wirelessly without even needing to run a wire too, check out this video I made last month that shows your exact scenario: How To Connect PoE Cameras Miles Away To A NVR! || Reolink NVR || Ubiquiti PTP Wireless Bridge Setup kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4awY4Wfi6d7d9E

[@sal9113]

what a review !!!!! great job!

[@jiggalojonski]

Bro loved ur review and install tutorial

[@carsonwolf2022]

Hi my name is Carson too and I like that work stuff

[@cadavidovi28]

So helpful video! Thanks for sharing with us. I just have a question, did you use any switch to connect the cameras to the router? Any specific ip or internet config you made?

[@willemkossen]

Very clear explanation. I have a question though, can the cameras be connected through a ip lan network, or only directly to the nvr?

[@carsonmtech]

My most recent video answers this question! Go check it out: How To Connect PoE Cameras Miles Away To A NVR! || Reolink NVR || Ubiquiti PTP Wireless Bridge Setup kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4awY4Wfi6d7d9E

[@bakalov85]

How to save on cables? Are the following variants possible?: Variant 1: If I want to cover several remote yards/zones, can I use ethernet hubs to save on cables? Can each zone have 3-4 cameras connected to a hub and then use a single cable to connect each hub to a centralized NVR in my home? And also use 4-port NVR to connect 4 hubs with 7-8 cameras connected to each hub? Variant 2: Do cameras have two ethernet ports - IN/OUT in order to chain a long line of cameras with one cable? A cable gets OUT of one camera and gets IN another camera and then all these cameras are connected to hub/NVR with a single cable. Leading a dedicated cable to each camera sounds ridiculously overwhelming.

[@louisnorth87]

GREAT video. Super detailed!

[@edwinespinal1054]

great info thanks

[@troyboy4345]

Excellent production !

[@sergionunez8646]

Great video!! Have a question, im assuming you may use one a poe switch downstream to avoid having to install a cable per camera. I want to install several camaras that are all near each other and also quite far away from the nvr.

[@kookiethebear]

@Sergio Nunez You must have one RJ45 cable routed from each camera to the NVR so an audio/video feed is supplied. An alternative with ReoLink is to use wireless cameras for locations you don't want to run ethernet cable.

[@FULTEGRITY]

Maybe I found the answer. The 800 provides the D800 cameras The 820 provides the D820A cameras. Could not find any deviations in the specifications, only one less browser support and the D800 cameras are not offered separately from what I could find. Discontinued? Thanks.

[@buuman7703]

So I have a question I just brought one for my girlfriend I got the 4 camera pack, she wants one camera facing back,one camera facing side of the house,one camera facing front of house,an one camera on the garage facing out towards the street. but the thing is the garage not connected to the house it’s few feet away from house how can I get that camera connected to the box in the house if it’s weird?

[@cullen2106]

Great Job you guys And thats all that i am saying to you guys about that much Man And stay safe.!'

[@florentizere4827]

I learnt a lot from this video!!! thanks a lot.

[@FULTEGRITY]

After some checking, I'm sold. One question for your comment on the new upgraded unit to avoid false alerts. I contacted Reolink and I am still trying to get a solid answer. I am comparing both units you mention in the video; the RLK16-800D8 & the RLK16-820D8-A. Reolink is telling me only that the cheaper model (but with more hard drive) has the person vehicle detection but will not confirm if its as good or has the same software as the 820D model you mention in the video. Can you provide backup or explain, confirm the 820D is better? Regarding facial recognition to avoid false alerts. Thank you for your work.

[@blueonyou]

Ugh... 18:30 - you didn't use the connection protector Reolink provided you with. May not seem necessary, but it does help keep it dry when water gets into the box (and it will)

[@PaulFowler-j1b]

Can I view these cameras while on holiday

[@jakeleo4518]

What is the power consumption like? how much is the energy/electricity bills?

[@bubbawubba2307]

I cannot figure how to view my cameras remotely via the app. The nvr is hooked up to my router/internet. I can see everything just fine if I'm at home on the wifi but that's the only way I can see the cameras.

[@joebrewer5885]

The link to the ethernet toner does not work, have they discontinued that model, or company changed name? Can you recommend another one? I'm worried I may have a bad wire and would like to test it. Mainly concerned about bad rj-45 end connection and wire continuity. Great video, thanks.

[@venturebrowser]

Very well done video! Keep it up.

[@ecotts]

All of the additional holes in the front of Reolinks mounting box / plate look awful, plus when it pisses down with rain it appears like that box will become a water catcher as a result of the additional holes. Are those holes drilled all the way through ?

[@hvnlyangellee]

How can I find the video to install cables in attic? Thanks, great video here

[@joshuaharper4439]

Hi there I have a few questions if I may Which is better dome cameras or the bullet cameras Does the systems have a app for your phone especially iPhone Also can you change out the hard drives are they just standard internal hard drives as I do not like Seagate drives I would prefer to have western digital installed inside is that possible thanks

[@samaniegohummer1]

Awesome video! Thank you

[@4047530025]

Great video I learned plenty.

[@naturalhealing9970]

Does the NVR allow you to view only motion detection or notification timeframes? Is there an alarm on the notification? If so, can you shut it off?

[@mrmidnight32]

Can this be sent to a app or a mobile phone miles away from the system?

[@andrewmedellin3919]

Great video! But let’s say I want to install 4 cameras on one side of my house and another 4 on the opposite side. Is there a smart switch for Poe that I can connect all 8 to in my attic space but only one wire to my nvr below ?

[@MerlosTheMad]

06:50 I'm trying to set up this same camera system and the set up looks different and I think it now requires internet to set up. It wants me to set up my email on it but keeps giving me failure warnings when I try to skip it...

[@kevins978]

These systems are terrible for causing RFI do you know of any tips to prevent this thank you

[@markcrowther2355]

Brilliant video! I am just in my search for a system and never heard of this brand. Is there a newer model since this video you would recommend. Whats your thoughts on lorex?

[@mactownsend2890]

Hello, The biggest concern for me is the availability to retrieve footage easily and possibly download to a file to give to authorities. In that regard, how does the Reolink handle? Thank you!

[@carsonmtech]

You can use either the desktop app or the mobile app to download clips or full hour long recordings. Super easy to do!

[@mactownsend2890]

@@carsonmtech Thank you

[@mohammadhajjeh4233]

Hello, Can I add a WiFi reolink camera to this system or the upgraded version. Great video by the way, thank you

[@rafon.]

Great video! Job well done.

[@brandonjones6386]

Maybe I missed something. I see the power cord but how do each individual camera get power?

[@justtruth8310]

1 of my cameras will be about 70 feet away I bought a 50' cable and a 25' cable. can I use a coupling routed in attic to the NVR this way coupling it?

[@carsonmtech]

I mean I suppose you could but usually you wouldn’t want to because that’s a point of failure should the coupler go bad or the connection get loose or corrosion occurs on the pins within there

[@connerjonah]

I'm curious to know if the video feed can be used for streaming in OBS

[@Southpaw07]

cool. Live view and recording internet accessible?

[@mrobvious1100]

Can you install amcrest or Foscam cameras on the NVR for reolink

[@deadstar962]

How do you get clients? Do they buy the nvr packages on their own and call you to install? Or do you buy the nvr packages and go to them? Can you explain how you charge the customer?

[@carsonmtech]

The “client” in this video is actually a family member, haha! They had seen my prior video and asked for my help on installing a new system and I told them that I would do it for free if I could film the endeavor and post it to KZbin

[@lancerudy9934]

Great video thanks 😊

[@jlenz210]

What are the performance differences in bullet vs dome?

[@carsonmtech]

None really it’s purely a style thing and which you prefer. Bullet cameras are generally slightly cheaper so if you need to save money, you might by going with them over domes. The downsides of bullet cameras is it’s easier to tell where the camera is pointing at so if you don’t someone to tell that, then a dome may be the better option. Otherwise the Reolink domes and bullets are the exact same!

[@pumpkinpatchpeople9612]

Vandal and tamper resistance, turret/domes are usually more difficult to vandalize and destroy

[@regbaluyut]

Normally bullet cameras were for outdoor use due to their long range capabilities while domes are for wide angle and Normally installed Indoors. Either of them can be use and it's your preference.

[@Robnord1]

This was helpful ! I liked the vertical outdoor mounting shown because that's my best option. I'm getting protective hoods for all my outdoor cams mounted like this, in hopes of keeping the lens cleaner and extending cam life.

[@halosrusty]

Where are you getting the protective hoods from if you don’t mind.

[@robertvittetoe6158]

I’m a little unclear on the connection to a network system. I assume since this can operate without an internet connection the cameras are getting POE power from being plugged into the NVR. Does the network system require a powered switch? I’m planning a network setup in addition to the security system. Just don’t understand if I need to purchase a POE switch for my network cabinet. I’m new and just learning about network setup.

[@carsonmtech]

Nope! Here is how it goes: - Cameras plug into POE NVR ethernet ports - NVR itself can plug into your network via any ethernet port on your network. i.e., it does not need a POE connection to your network since it is powered by its own external power supply and does not require power over an ethernet line TL;DR: You can plug the NVR into a regular non-POE switch, but you cannot plug the cameras themselves into regular switch.

[@robertvittetoe6158]

@@carsonmtech Great! I appreciate the information and your expertise in this area. I’m ready to move forward.

[@SentoHug]

Hey mate, great video by the way. I have a question if I may, I need to install some cameras that will be relatively low to the ground 2.3m to be exact. My understanding is dome cameras are ment to be more vandle proof ( harder to pull off the wall ect) but it looked like someone could just walk up and unscrew it? is this the case? does something lock it in and I missed it?

[@smokeyj3983]

Most security cameras use security screws which a flat head or Phillips screwdriver won't be able to remove. Hopefully this helps.

[@davidxmart7628]

If anything you do favorites but it's another individuals and show a science friend Bill Ny. The troubles a lot from Seattle to Hawaii to the Bahamas at least you should invest it

[@HDBoyWonder]

Backup to step 1. Does the kit come with a mouse and keyboard, or does that software setup require a PC? If so, what about setup for customers with Mac/iPad hardware?

[@carsonmtech]

Comes with a mouse

[@halosrusty]

Did your kit come with the RJ45 connectors in the box? Mine didn’t.

[@starburst2203]

been installing reolink for over 2 year never knew that the mounting plates where stickers

[@puerlatinophilus3037]

I'm thinking about buying a PoE camera for live streaming via OBS. If I buy one of these cameras and just straight up plug them into my laptop (given the laptop provides DHCP for the port) does it provide an HTTP interface from which I can import the stream in OBS?

[@noahfarmer9542]

Worth every penny

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey Very nice Would like color in night mode. Nice tutorial

[@Carissii]

Hi, I was wondering if you can refer a cheaper camera with 8 camera's. Thanks

[@skoorb8994]

thank you for the discount code. almost covered the taxes. I didn't go with this model but 8 camera system 4k. Just wondering if you can change the resolution to get higher FPS? I would love to hit 60fps but 30 would be fine too. 4k at 20fps really doesn't look great to me.

[@carsonmtech]

No, that’s unfortunately not possible. I thought that 20fps was crazy as a video creator myself until you realize how much more data a 30fps stream over a 1 hour timeframe at 4K resolution can add to the hard drive. I really don’t think you’ll be disappointed with the 20fps. I wasn’t! I’m still not. It gives you enough that you can surely capture a frame of a license plate or a person’s face when necessary.

[@skoorb8994]

@@carsonmtech very nice. thank you for the reply. you gave great information and a few ideas on how i'll run my cables in my house.

[@ReeRuns]

This is a great video. On the off-chance someone sees this comment that would know the answer, are you able to connect any other wired/wireless camera to this system? Like a doorbell camera for instance, I looked around and it doesn't look like Reolink makes one.

[@carsonmtech]

I don’t believe so

[@zakas2]

Hi, how about spider web on these reolink turret cameras? I just got rlc-510a camera system and all my bullet camera's are covered with spider web if I use night vision with IR leds. Some people saying needs changing from bullet to turret style camera some saying that I have to turn off IR lights and use external IR source.

[@patrofanmaasmechelen8473]

Does the nvr have to be connected to my pc? Or can i install the nvr elsewhere where it isn't so obvious?

[@Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration]

Can I network an external poe switch to the internal nvr switch? and connect ip cameras to the external switch, that will be given ip addresses from the nvr internal switch as if i connected those cameras directly to the nvr internal switch?