Straight Forward Technology

Security Camera System

System Overview

Professional 4-camera CCTV system with Network Video Recorder installed in your comms hub (back bedroom). All cameras feature automatic LED lights for 24-hour colour visibility, and the WiFi cameras include battery backup protection for uninterrupted operation during power outages. All cameras are fully hardwired back to the NVR for maximum reliability.

Front Door Camera

Professional VIGI C440-W 4MP WiFi camera positioned right of the front door at approximately 2.2m height. Mounted on a weather-resistant junction box with power cabled from the room behind via a dedicated outlet. The battery backup unit is concealed inside the junction box for clean aesthetics. Cable runs use 16mm plastic trunking (black or white to match) along the floor/wall junction creating a neat skirting-board appearance. Professional installation includes full-length trunking on all spans – no visible cable stops halfway along walls – ensuring a clean, continuous finish from start to finish.

Rear Entrance Camera

VIGI C440-W 4MP WiFi camera installed at the top of the rear stairwell. Power sourced from the nearby bulkhead housing heating/cooling equipment. Includes battery backup for continuous operation. Ideal for close-quarters monitoring of the rear access point.

Side Entry Cameras (Most Critical)

Two VIGI InSight S485 8MP wired cameras mounted side-by-side on the external wall near your son’s bedroom, each looking in opposite directions. These cameras monitor the easiest break-in point and feature hardwired connections back to the NVR for maximum reliability and image quality. The 8MP resolution provides exceptional detail for identifying potential threats at this vulnerable location.

Recording & Power Protection

All cameras connect to a professional Network Video Recorder with built-in hard drive storage in your comms hub (back bedroom). Everything records locally – no cloud subscriptions required. Your footage stays on-site under your complete control with no ongoing monthly fees. The NVR includes a dedicated UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) ensuring continuous recording capability even during power failures. Access your camera feeds remotely via mobile app for real-time monitoring from anywhere.

Comms Hub Organisation

While installing the security and WiFi systems, we’ll tidy up and professionally label everything in your comms rack (back bedroom). This includes organizing all cabling, labeling connections, and ensuring everything is documented for easy future maintenance and troubleshooting.

WiFi System Upgrade

Why Replace Your Mesh System?

Your apartment has excellent data cabling infrastructure already installed throughout, but your current Google mesh system isn’t taking advantage of it. Mesh systems rely on wireless connections between pods, which means each hop degrades signal strength and performance. With your thick stone walls creating additional WiFi challenges, this wireless-relay approach struggles to deliver consistent coverage.

The solution? Business-grade hardwired access points that properly utilize your existing cabling. Instead of pods wirelessly relaying signals through stone walls, each access point connects directly back to your network via the professional cabling already in place.

The Upgrade: TP-Link Omada WiFi 6

We’re installing five TP-Link Omada EAP615-Wall WiFi 6 access points strategically positioned throughout your apartment. These aren’t consumer-grade devices – they’re enterprise-level equipment designed for demanding environments.

Key Advantages

• WiFi 6 Technology: Latest wireless standard providing faster speeds, better performance with multiple devices, and improved efficiency in crowded environments
• Hardwired Backhaul: Each access point connects via your existing data cabling, eliminating the signal degradation inherent in mesh systems
• Stone Wall Solution: Multiple strategically-placed access points overcome the WiFi-blocking properties of thick stone construction
• Integrated Ethernet Ports: Each wall plate access point includes gigabit ethernet ports for direct wired connections where needed
• Seamless Roaming: Move throughout your apartment while devices automatically connect to the strongest access point without dropping connection
• Professional Management: Centralized control and monitoring through the Omada cloud platform
• Perfect Integration with VIGI: Both Omada WiFi and VIGI security cameras are TP-Link products, providing seamless integration and unified management through a single platform

Installation & Configuration

All five access points connect back to your existing comms hub in the back bedroom using the data cabling infrastructure already installed. This centralized approach provides superior network management and eliminates the trial-and-error pod placement required by mesh systems.

Critical Power Advantage: The access points are powered through PoE (Power over Ethernet) via a dedicated switch in your comms hub. This means power flows through the existing data cables in your walls. When connected to the UPS backup system, your WiFi stays online during power outages – a significant benefit that mesh systems can’t provide. We’ll configure everything for optimal coverage and performance throughout your apartment.

Aiphone Intercom System Upgrade

The Situation

Your existing Aiphone intercom system has two indoor units, with one unit currently experiencing faults. Rather than simply replacing the faulty unit with an identical model, we’re upgrading to modern WiFi-connected technology that transforms how you answer your door.

The Solution: Aiphone GT-1C7W

The Aiphone GT-1C7W is an app-compatible video intercom station featuring a 7-inch touchscreen. This isn’t just a replacement – it’s a significant upgrade that adds smartphone connectivity to your existing intercom system.

Key Features

• Answer from Your Phone: Download the Aiphone Type GT app and respond to door calls from anywhere in your apartment (or even when you’re away)
• 7-inch Touchscreen Display: Large, clear video display for identifying visitors before opening the door
• Remote Door Release: Unlock the door directly from the touchscreen or your smartphone
• Hands-Free Communication: Two-way audio lets you speak with visitors without picking up a handset
• WiFi Connectivity: Connects to your upgraded WiFi network for smartphone integration
• Compatible with Existing System: Works with your current Aiphone GT Series infrastructure

Installation Details

We’ll replace your faulty indoor unit with the new GT-1C7W, integrate it with your existing Aiphone system, and connect it to your upgraded WiFi network. You’ll have the choice to use either the wall-mounted touchscreen or your smartphone to answer the door – whichever is most convenient at the moment.