Motion detecting camcorder? - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

cyrnel · 03-16-2005, 04:00 PM

I'm familiar with motion-detecting DVR's for surveilance duty. What I need in this case is a stand-alone camcorder that will record when it detects motion. Has anyone seen such a thing?

vinaur · 03-17-2005, 06:02 AM

I would imagine that you could easily make one if you were to mess around with the camcoder.

Janey · 03-17-2005, 06:14 AM

you might find something in here: http://www.thinkgeek.com

cyrnel · 03-17-2005, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaur

I would imagine that you could easily make one if you were to mess around with the camcoder.

Vinaur, I need the camcorder to capture when it detects motion beyond a configurable threshhold and pause the rest of the time. If you can mess around with an existing model and make it work then I have a job for you.

vinaur · 03-17-2005, 12:46 PM

I was thinking of using the motion detectors that they use for security systems (don't know if they could pick up small movement) and connecting the detectors to record/pause button on the camcorder.

cyrnel · 03-17-2005, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Janey

you might find something in here: http://www.thinkgeek.com

Good thinking. I haven't been there in quite a while.

Nothing obvious, but it is good to know they've picked up the Human Element Range Extender for internet use.

<img src="http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/thumb/large/internet_urinal.jpg">

After a bunch of quick searches I'm leaning toward the 40hr 2.5" disk dvr's. They don't have motion detection and I'd have to strap on a small camera, but 40hrs isn't bad. Motion analysis could be handled after transfer. Unless something better appears...

cyrnel · 03-17-2005, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaur

I was thinking of using the motion detectors that they use for security systems (don't know if they could pick up small movement) and connecting the detectors to record/pause button on the camcorder.

That would be a possibility - even if it's just a heat motion sensor. In this case though I need good control of the grid. My field of view is narrow and the background has motion I'll need to mask.

Janey · 03-17-2005, 01:09 PM

so, ummmmm who are you stalking?

cyrnel · 03-17-2005, 01:30 PM

Just a few luscious tfp'ers...

So what part of Toronto are you from?

Seriously, it's an odd workplace theft issue.

vinaur · 03-17-2005, 07:50 PM

It should be a fun project. I would love to do it myself, but I don't have a spare camcorder lying around.

pattycakes · 03-26-2005, 09:08 PM

lol becareful they dont steal your camera!!!

SitizenVZ · 04-07-2005, 02:43 AM

If you do end up finding something that meets your specifications I would strongly suggest discussing it with your boss before setting up a Surviellance device in your workplace.

tuner · 04-18-2005, 02:09 PM

You could also set up a cheap webcam on your workspace PC and use one of many freely available motion-detecting webcam utilities out there... just my 2 cents.

urbandev · 05-01-2005, 09:30 PM

^ ConquerCam - records to evidence mpg file. i use it to know when my roomates enter my room...

iamtheone · 05-02-2005, 04:14 AM

Check out x10. They have motion detection cameras for a good price. Good Luck!

http://www.x10.com/products2/vk66a_a...c03d7d42761965

Derwood · 05-06-2005, 01:24 PM

for the thousandth time....your sister-in-law does NOT appreciate it when you record her shaving her legs in the morning....

jvwgtr · 05-17-2005, 11:02 AM

This used to be a standard feature on many JVC and Panasonic VHS-C camcorders...they quickly start up and record (without the recording light) within a few seconds of detecting motion.
It looks like you can buy a Panasonic PV-L354 on amazon for around $200.

the_marq · 05-17-2005, 11:16 AM

I'm not the first to recommend it; but why not just buy a cheap webcam and use some of the motion detecting software that is available?

Just google for 'motion detecting webcam."

03-16-2005, 04:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
cyrnel Adequate Location: In my angry-dome.	Motion detecting camcorder? I'm familiar with motion-detecting DVR's for surveilance duty. What I need in this case is a stand-alone camcorder that will record when it detects motion. Has anyone seen such a thing?

05-01-2005, 09:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
urbandev Insane Location: Dayton, NV	^ ConquerCam - records to evidence mpg file. i use it to know when my roomates enter my room... __________________ Raoul Duke: "I wouldn't dare go to sleep with you wandering around with a head full of acid, wanting to slice me up with that goddamn knife." Dr. Gonzo: "Who said anything about slicing you up, man. I just wanted to cut a little Z in your forehead."

05-02-2005, 04:14 AM	#15 (permalink)
iamtheone Psychoholic Location: Ein tov she'ein bo ra!	Check out x10. They have motion detection cameras for a good price. Good Luck! http://www.x10.com/products2/vk66a_a...c03d7d42761965 __________________ Music is holy, art is sacred, and creativity is power... Think for Yourself Question Authority

05-06-2005, 01:24 PM	#16 (permalink)
Derwood Who You Crappin? Location: Everywhere and Nowhere	for the thousandth time....your sister-in-law does NOT appreciate it when you record her shaving her legs in the morning.... __________________ "You can't shoot a country until it becomes a democracy." - Willravel

03-17-2005, 06:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
vinaur Insane	I would imagine that you could easily make one if you were to mess around with the camcoder.

03-17-2005, 06:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
Janey Junkie Location: Toronto	you might find something in here: http://www.thinkgeek.com

03-17-2005, 12:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
vinaur Insane	I was thinking of using the motion detectors that they use for security systems (don't know if they could pick up small movement) and connecting the detectors to record/pause button on the camcorder.

03-17-2005, 01:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
Janey Junkie Location: Toronto	so, ummmmm who are you stalking?

03-17-2005, 01:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
cyrnel Adequate Location: In my angry-dome.	Just a few luscious tfp'ers... So what part of Toronto are you from? Seriously, it's an odd workplace theft issue.

03-17-2005, 07:50 PM	#10 (permalink)
vinaur Insane	It should be a fun project. I would love to do it myself, but I don't have a spare camcorder lying around.

04-07-2005, 02:43 AM	#12 (permalink)
SitizenVZ Tilted	If you do end up finding something that meets your specifications I would strongly suggest discussing it with your boss before setting up a Surviellance device in your workplace.

04-18-2005, 02:09 PM	#13 (permalink)
tuner Banned Location: helicon 1	You could also set up a cheap webcam on your workspace PC and use one of many freely available motion-detecting webcam utilities out there... just my 2 cents.

05-17-2005, 11:02 AM	#17 (permalink)
jvwgtr Completely bananas Location: Florida	This used to be a standard feature on many JVC and Panasonic VHS-C camcorders...they quickly start up and record (without the recording light) within a few seconds of detecting motion. It looks like you can buy a Panasonic PV-L354 on amazon for around $200.

05-17-2005, 11:16 AM	#18 (permalink)
the_marq All hail the Mountain King Location: Black Mesa	I'm not the first to recommend it; but why not just buy a cheap webcam and use some of the motion detecting software that is available? Just google for 'motion detecting webcam."