“What's the maximum distance from the DVR base can I run wired cameras on this system? I need about 600 feet. Do you have a system that will reach that far if this one won't reach 600 feet? Thank you. Rick.”
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Hi BigRick. This particular system is an NVR (Network Video Recorder) which means that Power Over Ethernet cables run between the back of the NVR unit and each camera. The cameras draw their power from the NVR unit and also transmit their video and audio over the same cable. The official spec around Cat5/Cat6 ethernet cables is that they can be up to 100metres (330ft) maximum distance. If you need to run longer than that the recommendation is to add a network switch at each 300ft (90m) mark and then run a second cable from there. As it's a networked system, you may also have other ways to get the camera connected to the network at its location and then go back to the NVR box via an existing network rather than a direct wired connection. Swann sell a 200ft (60m) ethernet extension cable under model code SWNHD-60MCAT5E, or many professional installers will run their own cabling and then terminate the cable at the exact length that is needed. The 600ft distance you’re looking to cover is very large and will be quite challenging so we would strongly recommend plugging all the cables/cameras/recorders in first and checking everything looks OK before going ahead with a full installation and putting the cables through walls etc. You may also wish to get professional advice from an installer based on your exact location and setup. -SD, Swann Product Management
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