I'm wondering if anyone can give me some ideas. I have a few floating in my head, but the problem I'm having is, person who approached me with this question doesn't want to have to invest big bucks for a short time. Let me elaborate.
Problem: A person is getting into someone's mail box and going through the mail. We feel it would be too costly and/or disruptive to have anyone watch. So, I was asked about a security camera set up.
My idea(s): I'm thinking a system activated by a micro switch when the mail box is opened, which would be by only 3 people. The mailman, perpetrator and owner. That way, no "constant" taping or viewing would be required. I'm running several set ups in my mind, but am really wanting to go with the switch in the mail box. I may change my mind depending on equipment finally picked to use.
What to use?: It is only wanted until the perpetrator is caught Probably no more than a couple weeks - maybe up to a month. A VCR may be used... I believer the party may already have one. But the camera would probably have to be bought. Such a waste for a short period of time. OR, is there a place via mail - that rents equipment? OR any "known" dealers nation wide which are known to rent equipment of such nature?
Any ideas for this sort of set up? IF this were for long term/permanent use, there would be no problem. It is just the idea of all the cash outlay for such a very short period of time.
Thanks in advance!
TBA