Hi, I've got a Bayliner 3888 that has the aftermarket cockpit roof extension, as well as a large davit system. A lot of junk in the trunk, as it were, and it makes it really difficult to see my stern from the flybridge while docking.
I'd like to set up a simple, wireless camera that connects to a tablet, which I could easily monitor on the flybridge.
Sounds easy, but it's become a confusing endeavor. Most cheap cameras are sold with home security in mind, so they're cloud-synced, motion-detecting, night vision, requires an existing WiFi network, blah, blah, blah...
If I end up needing a WiFi network for this then I'd need to run it off the inverter, etc, and this becomes more complicated than it needs to be.
I also see pricier RV/Truck systems for sale. They come with a dedicated monitor that I'd have to mount on the bridge and connect to power...again, more complicated than it needs to be.
Anyone have any advice?
I'd like to set up a simple, wireless camera that connects to a tablet, which I could easily monitor on the flybridge.
Sounds easy, but it's become a confusing endeavor. Most cheap cameras are sold with home security in mind, so they're cloud-synced, motion-detecting, night vision, requires an existing WiFi network, blah, blah, blah...
If I end up needing a WiFi network for this then I'd need to run it off the inverter, etc, and this becomes more complicated than it needs to be.
I also see pricier RV/Truck systems for sale. They come with a dedicated monitor that I'd have to mount on the bridge and connect to power...again, more complicated than it needs to be.
Anyone have any advice?