How To Plan, Run Wires, & Setup a WIRED PoE Camera System! || Reolink 8CH 5MP System Review

In this video, I show you the full process of planning out how many cameras are needed, running wires, and setting up a wired NVR security camera system WITHOUT DAMAGING a home! I do this all with the Reolink 8CH 5MP PoE Home Security Camera System. Enjoy!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:34 - "Unboxing"
00:05:04 - Important Camera Locations
00:05:49 - Planning Out Camera Coverage
00:07:35 - Equipment Required For Install
00:07:54 - Drilling, Fish Tape, & Pulling Ethernet
00:11:47 - Mounting Under Soffit
00:13:57 - Adjusting Camera
00:14:22 - Reolink App & NVR Software
00:15:53 - Thoughts on Reolink 8ch System
00:16:54 - Web Access
00:17:33 - Alternatives
00:18:37 - Conclusion
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[@carsonmtech]

Common questions: ANSWERED! [Open for Q&A's] Q1: Why did you not use the ethernet cables that came in the box? A1: Plain and simple: they were too short for my runs. If I was wiring a smaller building, I would have used them. They come with the camera kit. They work. Q2: How big of a hole did you drill and how? A2: You need at least a 1in hole. I used a regular hole saw. Q3: Shouldn't I worry about aluminum reacting with the steel? A3: No. With the way that I painted the metal piece, I am not worried about the two reacting. Q4: You didn't show how to setup the NVR and ethernet stuff enough. Could you make another video about this? A4: Yep! I already have. Check out my other security camera installation video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6O7cnWappuXZ80

[@eduardborukhov1928]

Where was the hole saw used ? I saw the drilling in the suffit. Did I miss the 1" hole saw?

[@nightfury0003]

Does the power also supplied by the Ethernet cable? 🤔 I noticed the other cable was just hanging when you installed the camera

[@eduardborukhov1928]

@@nightfury0003 cat 5 and cat 6 transger data and power

[@st1300a4]

Would be nice to see how you ran the cables from the attic to the basement.

[@bibianaflores7353]

@@nightfury0003 the other cable is for connect with the other cameras

[@kevinlittlejohn8831]

No fancy music, no excessive random off topic conversations, clear audio, no shaky camera, specific instructions. Probably the best instructional video ever made. Great job and thank you!

[@carsonmtech]

I very much appreciate that! Thank you! I’m glad I was able to help you out :)

[@Dougalthepit]

YES! I just wasted 20 minutes on this drum-beat-background idiocy that all but presumes you’re mounting cameras on one table. Turn the drums off and say something. Thank you, Carson and thank you Kevin for succinctly stating the problem with most ‘how-to’ vids... Jeez, what a relief!!!!!

[@paulavaldovinosvaldovinos1170]

Iadevai

[@traysgang]

@@carsonmtech I Agree Kevin, very nice video Carson

[@johnr5507]

Yeahhh, not shaky...

[@JChaseFilms]

Good call on not including the actual unwrapping of boxes. That was a very considerate editing choice and is definitely appreciated :)

[@jesseanderson6603]

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[@dantreview4698]

Unboxing videos are catastrophically overrated

[@bigbirdmusic8199]

He did let that curb meme play for about 10 seconds too long

[@eckathewrecka]

I'm with others here in that it is refreshing to have a clear and precise video without the annoying music and gimmicks, well done Carson :)

[@steveofsd]

Finally after an hour of searching I finally got a useful video, thanks for get to the point and not beat around the bush. No wind noise, no annoying music just pure instructions. Thank you.

[@bobby6322]

totally agree

[@49764tyler]

Direct, concise, with no frills, or wasted time. Probably one of the best instructional videos I've seen from someone without a production team. So well done and keep at it man, people appreciate the the style and format of the content👌🏻

[@alphahoss1947]

The aluminum Hillman mounting piece can be found at Lowe’s if anyone is wondering item # 215885 model # 11303

[@gurulee73]

Thank you!

[@LafDDlafcam99]

amazing video honestly this is one of the example for everyone that try to make a good youtube channel, listen and learn.

[@poindexter1387]

Thank you for posting. I purchased a Swann 8 camera system. 5 years ago I am just now opening the box . I have been dreading running the wire but your video made me get off my LAZY procrastinating ass...... It's not as bad as I thought. Again thank you for posting a non b's video .......😊

[@CoreyStup]

The DIY soffit bracket is a great idea. Thanks!

[@follerigedon421]

Best CCTV setup video I've seen. Thanks

[@sj7601]

Another great tool to have for running cables through drywall is the Magnepull. It's a bit expensive but works pretty well! I've never ran cables before and it was fairly easy once I learned about fire blockers (horizontal studs) in the walls :/

[@henrynicholson7574]

Very well put together video! Thanks 😊

[@kazee123]

Nice. I liked seeing your method and I will incorporate parts into my installs. The metal strip that slides into the soffit is super smart.

[@martycurtis1981]

Well done video. Short, sweet, straight to the purpose!

[@xejaisonjj]

Great video, keep going. Its cool to watch all the details you said, because i am a beginner 👌👌👍

[@Daveortiz693]

Great video, awesome attention to detail!

[@chadh1199]

Not sure if someone has already said this but they have in fact released a firmware update moving it from flash to HTML5 on the NVR webpage.

[@lernealbanisch217]

Thanks for the tutorial. It gives me a good starting point :) !

[@Evan-lg1xp]

Awesome video man. Very well made and very clear with every step of the way. Good work!

[@fatpablo2381]

Liked simply for the well placed end scene when talking about powering w/out POE

[@TheJustin99]

Still the best video on the internet explaining how to do this

[@eckathewrecka]

Well done young fella, no rubbish just getting the job done :)

[@EpsilonFilms]

One thing to consider is that by mounting it up so high, you're less likely to be able to identify faces. Cameras can only identify within a certain distance, and by mounting high you are sacrificing some of that ID distance.

[@awsok1992]

Working in the industry and having seen some footage, this is a balancing act. If the camera is low enough, it is more likely to be noticed and vandalized as well.

[@fazli.myusof]

Great video. I was hoping to see final installation at where the NVR is placed.

[@Fenrir190]

Kudos to you for a clear and concise video on what looks like a daunting process. Going with a different set of cameras but at least I have a clearer plan of attack now

[@medicbabe2ID]

Also me. Not really worried about the installation part but that "super easy plug n play" part that always seems to get me 🙃 Fingers crossed

[@raymond3722]

Very informative and well illustrated.

[@varrymacdonald3228]

Straight to the point, well done. Informative but not boring. A breath of fresh air. Keep up the good work kid.

[@mwworkman]

Great video. Thank you for making and sharing it.

[@sonicacoustics9176]

This is a good content! really helpful. :)

[@canofanger]

Excellent description, thank you for the video!

[@petermapp5988]

The part that covers the blind spots ...in order to determine if more are needed....how many...great tip...thank you

[@chasetherocknroll5144]

Thanks for that Harry Potter stunt double 👍

[@honkie247]

Great video, one of the few without annoying music. However, you should use something to line the hole where your wire goes through the aluminum soffit to prevent abrasion. No need for that on vinyl soffits.

[@BearMeat4Dinner]

Now I gotta wire up my new farm!! Last time I had to install a system was at my old house in SF!! I need like around 4000-5000 feet of cat cable so I can put some of these cameras far away from my place n to keep a good eye on stuff! Great video man!!!

[@chrisg750]

Thanks I'm a new fan! Cant wait to watch this one! Small request! Could you do a video on upgrading from everything analog to everything POE and what that entails? All the challenges and the Do's and Dont's . Thank you

[@roma913]

Really useful, no nonsense video, thanks lad.

[@allanklay6051]

Great installation video. I was wondering what the night recording is like? Can you share some thoughts about how it does in the dark?

[@tunstallgeo]

Great review thanks.

[@painterbob1]

Fantastic video! You’ve covered it all. Great job.

[@henrystevens7411]

Great tips for running the cables.

[@lcmlcm2460]

Good job kid that was a great video and very helpful to me personally. Thanks

[@smallnuts2]

Thanks for this review and tutorial. With this being connected to my computer does the nvr connect to a smart tv too? I have a tv in front of my bed, I want to stream 24/7 my driveway at night with recording.

[@carsonmtech]

Sure thing! For what you’re doing, you’ve got two ways of going about connecting the TV. If the NVR is in the same room as that TV, you can simply connect the NVR to the TV with a regular HDMI cable. This is probably the easiest way. Another way you can do it if the NVR isn’t going to be near the TV is to have your computer dedicated to always being connected to that TV and always connected to the NVR. Once connected to the NVR whether that be via web browser or via the Reolink Client App for desktop, you could then plug your computer into the TV so that the computer would extend or mirror its screen to the TV. Hope this helps!

[@danielkofman4592]

You didnt show how to connect everything to the central hub. The most important part?

[@traysgang]

Dude C'mon that isn't the hard part lol .. splicing the Ethernet is lol

[@brianstevens7241]

Thanks for getting to the point, and thanks for teaching what a fish tape is.

[@rds92130]

Very well done video! Exceptional...thanks!

[@michaelcostello6991]

Great help. Thanks. No nonsense training

[@mmozaffa]

very informative. got upto speed with your video. Thank you.

[@baldeagle242]

Great video. You’re one sub closer to that 100k play button. 😁👍

[@TekTalk88]

Your videos are amazing so through and you eliminate all the gibberish like most try to do. Thank you for sharing

[@Jeffersonajudainformatica]

You explain so well, I liked you.

[@carsonmtech]

Thanks and welcome!

[@WiljanWiljan]

Just subscribed to your channel ! love the videos and your explanations and help. Was looking for a wind test for the Mavic Mini? do you have that?

[@pauldup133]

Great video! I am about install security cameras on my house as well. How did you cut the metal bars and drill a hole through them?

[@TheRegent187]

Bandsaw or hack saw (cheaper) for cut & hole saw for hole. Hole saw bits can be used with a regular drill.

[@gauravkapadia17]

Finally one really good video

[@Dressedbyhim_Blake]

Great video love the honesty bro 😂😂😂

[@rodherscher7155]

Is a great video, thank you for all the knowledge.....kind regards

[@manabefamily]

Appreciate the review! Can you install without a monitor hooked up and do the setup all on a desktop instead? Just don't have a smaller monitor handy to take to where we are installing the Hard Drive box.

[@carsonmtech]

Nope, no screen is necessary other than for initial setup. That could be done on a TV if you really wanted or needed. Hope this helps!

[@1stCorinthians2_14]

Nice job, Carson! Thank you!

[@bryanbatts]

Great set up and awesome explanation!!!

[@josephmcnamee9338]

Good job bud. This is the way I wish I could do mine

[@xiaolaoshu520]

hows your crv subwoofer lately love that video have a 2003 crv

[@gabegold4629]

Thanks for the very useful info

[@gregorysmith3097]

Great video, I'll be using some of your "tricks" to install. I always prefer wired when possible.

[@gurulee73]

Excellent video, thanks you!

[@jeffsav]

Carlson, great video. I have the same situation with the soffit with no backing. I was wondering how long you made the metal brackets for the soffit? Also did you use any screws to secure the brackets in place or just a pressure fit? I have the full set and am waiting for the winter to put them up. Its to hot down here in the Orlando area now.

[@carsonmtech]

Hey Jeff! I just measured the soffit depth and took about 1/4in off that measurement and cut the aluminum from there. Each soffit depth is different, even on our house I ended up cutting 3 totally different lengths since each location had a different depth. If you’re looking for an average though for purchasing reasons (so you could calculate how much length of aluminum you may need), I would say each soffit averaged around 16in. Obviously, your situation may be different, and I would recommend measuring soffit depth in each location you intend on mounting a camera to in order to calculate how much you need, and then add around 6in extra to the total of those measurements, just in case something comes up. The aluminum pieces were just pressure fit and I have had zero issues with these being mounted like this and it’s been a couple weeks now, with 2 notable storms coming through (one with 55mph+ winds!) Smart choice on waiting until winter for your install, it got pretty hot in our attic! If you have time in the evenings though if the temp gets below 70°F outside, then I would say you could do it then now if you want, I worked in our attic when it was 68°F outside a couple nights in a row. Hope this helps!

[@jeffsav]

@@carsonmtech Thanks Carson for the concise reply. Very informative! I had seen a video a while back on KZbin by another person who explained the same process of mounting. Your video was real precise on all aspects. I have been watching you since your Phantom 3 Standard videos. I have always enjoyed them. I to have several drones and really enjoy the hobby. Thanks again pal!

[@jiniqeee]

Thank you for this clip ; very helpful.

[@GlamMaEmporiumEnjoy]

Thank you 🙏 I needed this information

[@Etch_A_Fletch_]

Fantastic video! Well done!

[@tomcam77]

Nice, great information thank you.

[@BomJimmy]

Thank you for a quick setup

[@ahmetzsekban1242]

Nice video! Very informative, thanks!

[@EcoNeato]

12:30 edges of hole cut in aluminum flat bar should be smoothened or better yet have a grommet to prevent cutting the cable.

[@rinosvaldi9664]

Very helpful video. Nice job buddy.

[@ndcoach29]

Fantastic video!

[@boopfun]

Dude, you're the best 👌

[@onepanther69]

great diy video thanks

[@Trog1odyte]

If you’re replacing an existing wired system, the best fish-tape.... your old line. Plus, you can generally pull through the entire length.

[@iglapsu88]

Thanks! Great DIY vid!

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hello Carson. Just subscribed excellent video tutorial. Did you use Cat 6 wire instead of their wire inclosed ?? Ethernet connection? I’m going to get this with updated hardware. Thank you

[@Redneck_Ed]

Look at 9:22 in the video. Cat 6 on the box.

[@Majidkashmiri885]

Very good information and way of narrating.

[@nino18654]

I wish you would spent more time on how to set up the receiver . I`m still having problem with my cell phone to set up with the the receiver . I have an NR31P8-8 . It`s working great except I don`t know how to set up my cell phone or my loptop . I don` t know who to call because the technician don`t want to deal because I did most of the work . Besides that you did a marvelous job on explaining all , specially to people like me. Great job young fellow .

[@karl2051]

Hi Carson, great video thanks.....just bought a system but I will need to run more Cat 6.... what exact cable do you recommend I run for my RLK8-820D4-A camera's. Does any Cat 6 work or do I need the Cat 6A?? I am looking to run about 100 feet per camera. Thank you

[@llamacebu216]

What type of wire do you suggest for the audio input/output and the alarm wires?

[@markharriers4694]

Where do you store the nvr away from thieves if they were to break in? Also do need to ne plugged into a screen or can it be set up on a laptop?

[@nebulouz1]

Nice presentation, very articulate. I also liked the idea about using flat aluminum under the soffit.

[@juanjosellanos9742]

Why does this guy have 53.8 k subs he should have at least 1m subs

[@carsonmtech]

Why, thank you! I appreciate it :)

[@themusicianskk2805]

Well number one you are the KZbinr I watch every day and gives way too much info which I like

[@vedardalarm3328]

Excellent instruction thank you so much！

[@timothyrea2255]

This is an interesting method without adding additional screws into the house to secure the camera. I'm curious how it handles high winds and storms though. It seems that doing this in a place prone to that weather (FL) would be a liability and they could come loose and dangle all over or be thrown through a window? Can anyone speak on this point?

[@docmacg6315]

Hello Carson - I am in a debate with hubby and want to use the PVC to protect the wires. Hubby doesn't want to crawl in the attic. Can the wires be ran through a PVC conduit tucked below the house siding to an entry point in the house or tucked behind the siding to an entry point in the house?

[@jcaleca60]

Good job, thank you. You got to the point.😊

[@Senluis13]

Puts out good light.

[@z33tanner]

Fish tape tool is genius, could use that in automotive running wires too!

[@Dery1990]

Thanks for this video. I have question about remote access. Have you tried this also? For example, can you acces the camera feed from outside the local network?

[@carsonmtech]

Through the Reolink app or Reolink Client app if you’re logged into your Reolink account, yes! If you’re trying to remote into the IP address, that would be possible as well I would assume but that would require you setting up some form of VPN on your home network so you can access the device that way when you’re not home. I just use the Reolink app though.

[@ufchistorian13]

How do you feed the cable down through the walls or some other way to a centralized location where the NVR is?

[@resort2yourself]

Lots of hard work

[@Valaran1]

Sweet video. I'm looking for a system without its own DVR, but rather recording to my own dedicated NAS. Do you have any tips/information for such a setup?

[@cayrick]

Excellent Thanks!

[@josehidalgoitza9612]

buddy you are the best

[@darrenwardell3079]

Brilliant video thank you

[@sobedelicious9445]

hello, I have a my router, and modem all upstairs in this cabinet in the laundry room in the new Lennar homes. however I am trying to wire PoE cameras and do not want to run wires all the way upstairs. I do have a coax cable port downstairs in the office. am I able to use a device to convert that coax port into an ethernet port that way I can connect my NVR system to the ethernet over coaxial cable and then my cameras to the NVR? thank you so much for making these videos.

[@panoramix3192]

Good job! Thank you.