| | |  | DVR Lock Boxes & Brackets | Home » » » » SVAT CV31 Hi-Res Outdoor CCD Security Camera w/Long Range Night Vision | | | | | | | Description: | | Want a professional security camera that is durable, stylish and can see in the dark? The Clearvu Pro 31 is a quality surveillance camera that has all these features and more. Its high resolution (420 TV lines) and sharp color CCD sensor assures you crystal clear imaging both day and night, indoors and outdoors. The night vision capabilities of the CV31 are astounding. It features 24 built-in infrared LEDs that allow you to see your camera's video in the dark, illuminating surrounding objects up to 45 feet away! The built-in CDS sensor will automatically turn on the LEDs only when it gets dark, which saves on energy costs. The camera's stylish housing is made of anodized aluminum that protects the camera and will not rust. It is dust proof and rain proof, and will even protect the camera from low pressure jets of water coming from any direction (IP rating: IP65). This camera can be easily connected to your TV, VCR, computer or DVR through its RCA connection. The mounting bracket has a large range of motion so you can monitor a large area of your property. | | | Features: | |
• 24 infrared LEDs illuminate up to 45 feet away in the dark
• High-resolution camera produces images of 420 horizontal lines
• Weather-resistant casing for indoor and outdoor use
• CDS sensor automatically activates night vision
• Housing made of anodized aluminum to prevent rust
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 13.25 inches | | Product Width:
| 6.0 inches | | Product Height:
| 4.25 inches | | Product Weight:
| 3.25 pounds | | Package Length:
| 13.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 6.3 inches | | Package Height:
| 3.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.3 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 42 reviews |
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16 of 17 found the following review helpful:
 Clear Resolution Even At NightNov 14, 2009
By g45
I wanted to monitor, then eventually record traffic entering my driveway. I know NOTHING about surveillance cameras, but I thought I might experiment with inexpensive camera equipment that would transmit VIDEO ONLY wirelessly to a home security PC that I would establish. As usual, I started my search at the trusty Amazon. After reading reviews and comparing prices I opted for the QSee Model No. QSC48030 Nightvision CCD Color Camera. I honestly do NOT know how it maintains the high rating presented here. From the start the "night" vision was so faded and resolution so poor it was almost useless even with the perimeter lights on. The resolution and color in daylight was also washed out and fuzzy. The installation was a bit clunky for a novice and the placement adjustment was awkward. I had decided I would be wasting my money by continuing this project when I saw a review for SVAT CV31 nightvision color camera. Since it was about 30% cheaper than the QSee and the reviews were high rated I decided to take the risk.
This little IR camera is a GENUINE night vision camera. I get CLEAR high resolution monitoring in just moonlight and street lights at least 50ft away. The daylight vision is very clear at 720x480 and 30fps. Sometimes I get altered tints, e.g., too much blue or red in the color field, but it is not objectionable. The installation and placement adjustment are easy and intuitive. The one problem I experienced is strange. For some reason the AC/DC adapter does not hold up. Communication with the Merchant was excellent and they replaced the adapter on the spot. However, the second adapter is failing in the same mode. I decided there must be a design flaw in the adapter and just replaced theirs with one of my own 12VDC adapters and the camera is working well. With a better performing adapter, I would give the rating 5-stars. The Merchant DOES get the 5-stars. You cannot fault a seller for a design flaw outside of his control.
For newcomers to the surveilance system arena, this is a BEST BUY, for trying out and setting up a do-it-yourself system.
19 of 21 found the following review helpful:
Pretty decent option for those on a very tight budget, but if you pay more you get more.Nov 10, 2008
By D. Frrazier
I have been experimenting with a few low-end security cameras. This camera is in the mid-price range of the cameras I have tried. It also delivers mid-range results. You get what you pay for I guess. The only reason I give this camera 4 stars is that it seems like a bargain for $75. I'm sure it is not a great camera compared to some of the pricier models. I have compared it side by side to the Q-See QSC48030 and I was not very impressed with SVAT when compared to the Q-See. On the other hand, the SVAT is much better than the X-10 camera line, especially in dim light or at night. The SVAT is a bit oversized, which may be good if you are mainly trying to create a deterrent. But the camera feels a bit flimsy and hollow to me. One of the power units I received was defective and that might have rendered the camera useless had I not been able to replace the power unit. The SVAT does have a few infrared LEDs for night-vision, but the illumination is quite dim, and you probably won't get enough illumination for security purposes beyond about 10 or 15 feet. The camera is much sharper than X-10 cameras, but not as sharp as a Q-See camera. The sharpness issue is most apparent in dim lighting and at night. The camera is surprisingly bright in very dim lighting situations, like right before dark, and at first light. This camera has a minor problem with color imaging -- I have noticed a pinkish cast to images at certain times of the day. If money is tight, or you are using this camera in a not-too-critical situation, the SVAT might be a good choice. But if you can afford it, I recommend splurging on the Q-See model mentioned above. Right now, I think the price difference is only about $40.
19 of 21 found the following review helpful:
 Incredible camera for the priceMay 14, 2008
By Timothy Carroll
This camera works better than I expected. The image is about the clearest I've seen over a composite video source. I can make out details very well. The color saturation is very true, and the night vision is incredible. I can easily see my entire front porch at night, and even almost all the way to the garage. I'm definitely going to buy a few more of these units in the future. My only gripe is that the cable that sticks out of the camera (which connects to the very long extension cable which is included) is a little awkward at only 1 foot in length. It makes it so that the connection is just sort of hanging off in space out the back of the camera, whereas if the built-in cable was two feet longer, I could have hidden the connection inside the wall of my house (much more elegant). It's a small gripe for an otherwise awesome camera.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
 returns are a problemSep 20, 2009
By R. Rothen
I do own 2 of this cameras. One was stuck in B/W mode all the time (IR LED's were on, as well) - so there is a problem with the day/night circuit within the camera.
I called the service- hot-line and was told that I have to send in the unit on my costs... also that there would be a charge; I would get my money back, if it would be determined that the fault falls under warranty.
I decided to let it go - it's not worth it.
-Update: the second camera died shortly after end of warranty period.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
Great Buy...Sep 15, 2007
By XtraSavings
Great camera with good resolution and night vision. Comes with 60 feet of cable (that was not mentioned in product description) that was easy to hookup.
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