Ubuntu-based security camera system server

[mallternative]

Can I do this? I want basically to know what video capture card(s) I ought to get for compatibility. Where should I look for how to build a system that captures and stores video streams from multiple cameras and can be controlled remotely and securely? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

[total numpty]

i have a 4way capture card (BT878) which ubuntu sees no problem, there is a program called DVR in synaptic which i couldnt get to work, also there is a program here www.zoneminder.com which looks interesting but as i'm a novice i couldn't install it, even after hours of reading guides and threads! post back if you find anything or get it working...

[imagine]

If a webcam is enough for you: http://aelf.co.uk/archives/2005/12/adding-home-security-features-to-my-ubuntu-machine/

[mallternative]

I really want an open-source setup. A webcam is not enough. I want 16 webcams, in 640x480 and with sound recording too on one or two of the cams. And I want to be able to log in remotely and control/download/view streams.
I'm finding commercial apps . . .

[total numpty]

what commercial apps you found? have you tried any?

[ice60]

I really want an open-source setup. A webcam is not enough. I want 16 webcams, in 640x480 and with sound recording too on one or two of the cams. And I want to be able to log in remotely and control/download/view streams.
I'm finding commercial apps . . .
hi, a shop near me has asked me to help setup the exact same thing, even down to 16 cameras :shock: you're not them are you? i suppose not because when i mentioned open source there were some blank faces. i've only spent about 10 minutes looking things up, all i've found is this:
http://www.grisby.org/burglar.html
http://www.lavrsen.dk/twiki/bin/view/Motion/WebHome?CGISESSID=8cd9d78163ab0c4a35b1fac1f8d84248&CGISESSID=8cd9d78163ab0c4a35b1fac1f8d84248

[mallternative]

what commercial apps you found? have you tried any?
Someone suggested http://www.zoneminder.com/
I forgot the other one, but it really had a commercial-type web site and I was turned off. I'll consider paying for the software if there isn't any other choice.
I haven't tried any. I'm still examining options. I haven't bought any hardware yet. (I'm still golden, but I need to decide what to get.)

[total numpty]

hi, a shop near me has asked me to help setup the exact same thing, even down to 16 cameras :shock: you're not them are you? i suppose not because when i mentioned open source there were some blank faces. i've only spent about 10 minutes looking things up, all i've found is this:
http://www.grisby.org/burglar.html
http://www.lavrsen.dk/twiki/bin/view/Motion/WebHome?CGISESSID=8cd9d78163ab0c4a35b1fac1f8d84248&CGISESSID=8cd9d78163ab0c4a35b1fac1f8d84248

this 'motion' looks interesting, when i get chance im going to try it out.

[total numpty]

incidently, CCTV (and security) is my line of business. the company ( www.renard-systems.co.uk ) i work for obviously only installs high-end equipment. There are lots to choose from in this day and age, but here are a few recomendations for serious standalone systems.

http://www.dallmeier-electronic.com/
http://www.dedicatedmicros.com/europe/regional_home.php