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Diesel parking heater for animal house, workshop and camper: My test of the Vevor 8kW heater
A diesel parking heater provides efficient warmth for the animal house, workshop and camper – especially on icy winter days. My previous electric heating solution quickly reached its limits at temperatures below -15°C, as the photovoltaic island system could not supply enough energy for the fan heater when there was little sunshine. To reduce the high electricity costs and find a reliable solution for heating the animal house, I opted for the mobile Vevor 8kW diesel parking heater. In my test, I show you how this heater works and why it is ideal for keeping your garden shed, car or roof tent warm in winter. Before I integrated the Chinese…
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Reolink Altas PT Ultra: The powerful 4K battery-powered surveillance camera in a test
The Reolink Altas PT Ultra is an impressive surveillance camera that I tested in my latest project. With 4K resolution, ColorX night vision and 360° auto-tracking, it offers powerful functions for outdoor use. In comparison to the Reolink TrackMix PoE and the RLC-1212A, I examined the image quality during the day, at night and at dusk and found interesting differences. In this article, I describe my installation procedure, how the cameras work and which models are particularly suitable for certain areas of application.
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Reolink Home Hub: Central storage & monitoring center
The Reolink Home Hub is an innovative surveillance camera storage and management unit that enables easy and efficient management with local storage for up to eight cameras. Especially for users who do not require a complex NVR infrastructure, this home hub offers a compact and powerful alternative. In this article, I will go into detail about the functions, setup, advantages and disadvantages of the Reolink Home Hub.
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Optimize balcony power plant – New modules and 220V battery storage for maximum efficiency
In this blog post, I describe how I have optimized my balcony power plant to maximize self-consumption and reduce dependence on grid power. I have installed new modules, improved the alignment and will integrate a battery storage system that supports bidirectional AC charging. I go into detail about setting up the EasyPower app and integrating the new AP system EZ1 inverter into my Home Assistant for monitoring, as well as the results achieved and future plans to further increase efficiency. The aim is to maximize the efficiency of my system and make the best use of the solar power generated.
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Reolink TrackMix PoE – Dual lens surveillance camera in test
The Reolink TrackMix PoE is one of the newest and most promising surveillance cameras on the market. In my in-depth review, I put the camera through its paces to discover its strengths and weaknesses. From the easy installation and impressive image quality to the intelligent tracking options, the Reolink TrackMix PoE offers numerous functions that I tested intensively. Find out in this article how the camera performs in practice and why it could be an excellent choice for monitoring your home.
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Reolink Argus 4 Pro review: The wireless surveillance camera with 4K and ColorX technology
The Reolink Argus 4 Pro is one of the newest and most advanced surveillance cameras on the market. With its impressive 4K UHD resolution and innovative ColorX technology, it sets new standards in home and business security. In this blog post, I will go into detail about the installation and setup of the Reolink Argus 4 Pro, explain its technical specifications and highlight the pros and cons of this camera. I will also show possible solutions for any disadvantages and provide information on the various sources of supply. This article should help you to better understand the Reolink Argus 4 Pro and decide whether it is the right choice for…
