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November 21, 2017 04:46PM
I am thinking about trying video shops and I have a few questions:
1. Is the PV500 device the best way to go?
2. What are some lower price alternatives to the PV500 device (i.e. Smart Phone + App)?
3. Any tips and tricks for a new video shopper.
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November 21, 2017 05:52PM
The PV500 (or an upgrade) is the best way to go. Greyhawk offers them and is very reliable. You can find threads about the company on this forum.

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November 21, 2017 07:06PM
I am thinking about jumping on the video shop bus. Any advice on getting started or training?
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November 21, 2017 08:21PM
Please stay tuned. You can get the best DVR set for mystery shopping made. We have it marked down to just about cost for Black Friday. www.greyhawkgear.com I can only advise you of the price one on one. I can't stop you from posting it, but if I post it I will violate my agreement with Lawmate on minimum advertised price.
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November 21, 2017 09:57PM
* Make sure that you are ready to invest $300 (give or take) for the equipment. I bought my equipment straight from Lawmate. Greyhawk is fine way to go, too.
* I would start with a retail shop so that if you have an equipment issue, you can potentially try again.
* Check with the MSC with your shop for preferred training. Different companies have different preferences on some things.
* Practice. Plan on spending two or three hours making sure that you are comfortable with your equipment (including good camera angles) before you shop.

@Laungst1968 wrote:

I am thinking about jumping on the video shop bus. Any advice on getting started or training?

Hard work builds character and homework is good for your soul.
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November 21, 2017 11:01PM
@millieal wrote:

I am thinking about trying video shops and I have a few questions:
1. Is the PV500 device the best way to go?

It's the only way to go. Most reputable video MSCs only want video from a PV500 as the devices have fewer equipment failures and the video quality is known.

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