Choosing a CCV Camera

Written By Thomas Chalabi

ChooChoo Vision offers a wide variety of video solutions that are purpose-fit for the Model Railroader. Here’s some info that will help you select cameras based upon your specific needs.

Engines, Rolling Stock, Cabooses: Ready to run units. Place it on the track, turn it on, connect it to your local WIFI and open a web browser to view streaming video of your layout.

Streaming Video Cameras: The streaming camera can be used in a wide variety of areas on you layout.

  • Place the camera on top of your engines — temporarily attach this camera to their engines or rolling stock with mounting putty.

  • Place the camera trackside .

  • Great for general use and operations sessions.

DIY Installation Kit: ChooChoo Vison created the DIY Installation Kit for the Model Railroader who wants to permanently install a CCV camera system inside their own engines or rolling stock. This kit contains a camera, battery, and DCC Power Converter. Easily installs into dummy engines (or rolling stock), and some Athearn series powered locomotive.

** Let us know if you have questions about which model to choose. And of course, our store has a variety of lenses and power options so you can customize our cameras for your needs.

Thomas Chalabi
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