Home Security

Home security cameras provide homeowners a peaceful mind regarding their personal property, loved ones and pets. Almost everyone can get a home security camera as it is affordable and also very simple to install.

So, why do we need to use one of these cameras? These cameras let the owners of the house know what is happening in their house or on their property. Keeping an eye on the teenagers, service people and caregivers can also be other reasons.

The first affordable cameras of this version were called the nanny cameras. As technology progressed, the images that these cameras captured were much better. The home security cameras send images to the base station to let the person view via a computer, television or a cell phone. Nanny cameras might not have encryption but they are easy to use and small in size. These unencrypted signals that are wireless are easy to hack.

Monitoring loved ones by using the home security camera is something that has been happening for quite some time now. The nanny cameras keep a track of what is been happening to your children when you are not at home. These cameras are used for old people, infants, aging parents and people who are ill.

An inexpensive and easy way to keep a watch on the pets can be the home security camera. These cameras make sure that your pets are not getting in to a mess or getting into anything that is harmful to them.

The home security cameras can be used to monitor any part of the house or also the home business. Surveillance equipments need to be utilized to monitor those areas outside your house where animals or your personal property which includes certain equipments of your house may be kept.

When you are going to choose one of these security cameras you need to keep in mind your needs and your budget. If secret surveillance is required for small areas then the simple web camera or the nanny camera can be used. These are of low cost.

Kits are available for those who need to monitor the entire house. Home owners need to choose kits that are most appropriate for their needs and layout. Both wire less and wired security cameras are got nowadays.

It makes it much easier for you if you install your home security cameras when you start building your house rather than fix it up later while you are remodeling it. By making use of the wireless technology you can remove the problems relating to wiring. Many of the homeowners do use wireless connections. These also operate in the same way. Advances in their security make it more efficient and simpler.

The home security cameras lets its users protect and maintain their property.



By: Abhishek Agarwal


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Security is one of the basic human needs. Everyone desires to have a feeling of being in a place where they are shielded from harm or loss. The need to secure one’s hard earned possessions has given rise to many an industry like the security and insurance industry. We all want to make sure that the things we value most are well taken care of.

One of the industries that has taken off because of the need to secure the people and things that we value the most is the security camera industry. The security camera’s development has grown in leaps and bounds from its early days to its present day state. Previously a preserve of the financially able individuals and medium to large organisations, it has become common place in a lot of places including homes. There are many applications of the security camera. The main application, however, as the name suggests, is in the security field.

One of its major applications in our modern society is in the surveillance of towns and cities around the world. Countries like the United Kingdom have an estimated one camera for every six people. Footage from these cameras have been used quite a lot over the years in solving crimes including the recent murder of a young woman in her 20s. Footage from a security camera was also used in the solving the murder case of a man in his 40s who was beaten to death by a group of teens. These are but some of the arguments that can be used in support of the use of surveillance cameras especially in the face of mounting opposition to their use amid privacy concerns. The other point is also that they haven’t really helped in reducing the rate of crime. The argument for or against their use is one that can rage on and on.

The use of a security camera can sometimes be just as a deterrent to would be criminals who might want to target a property. In such cases, property owners employ the use of fake security cameras. As the name implies, these are cameras that do not actually function but are just put up for cosmetic purposes. Usually they are used in conjunction with actual, functioning cameras. The idea is to put the functioning cameras in hidden locations such that when the criminals try to hide themselves from the visible, fake cameras, they will then face the actual cameras.



By: Greens Zambasa


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People often consider installing security systems when they plan to leave their homes for extended vacations or business trips, but the reverse also holds true. Vacation homes and cabins need to have security systems as well. Some people may not keep any valuable items in their vacation homes, but these homes still need to be protected from vandals and squatters. Plus, if any vandalism or destruction does happen, evidence is crucial for police reports and for insurance claims. It is best to have objective evidence for any potential crime or vandalism.

There are many different systems and types of security cameras to choose from. Infrared cameras allow you to record the area without installing additional porch lamps or flood lights in difficult areas. Infrared cameras will also record without attracting attention to themselves. You can also put infrared cameras on motion detectors, and so they will only record when something, or somebody, trips the detectors. Another popular improvement in the technology is the use of digital cameras. Digital cameras will save the image onto a hard drive instead of a cassette tape. There are many advantages to this, especially since digital cameras are also wireless cameras, and will send signals to remote locations. The image quality is often sharper, and the technology is improving all of the time.

Security cameras can be placed inside and outside of vacation homes, recording each room of the house, as well as the perimeters of the property. Security cameras have great range, and so one or two on the outside may be enough. Security cameras are also becoming more and more cost effective, and so it will not break the budget to protect your home.



By: Alexander Sutton


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Improving home security has become a hot topic in our country, especially with the downturn in our economy. We ever increasingly hear of home invasions and of home burglaries. Fortunately there are many systems in the marketplace that can protect your home and your family from becoming a victim of crime. Home security cameras come in many shapes, sizes and price ranges. Whether you own your own home or rent an apartment, it would be wise to determine just how safe your home is and find ways to make it less of a target.

According to recent statistics, a burglary occurs in our country every 15 seconds. The cost of burglary is not only what has been taken from you but also the feeling of having your private surroundings violated. Other associated costs are the time to report the crime to authorities, your insurance company and the time to ascertain exactly what has been stolen and to replace it. My home was broken into years ago and I remember going to get something months after the burglary only to find that it was no longer there. I hadn’t noticed that it was missing when I filed the initial report but kept finding things missing for months afterwards.

Home burglaries are common because they are very easy to do. Many times homes are not locked up or burglars can access the home through a garage remote control left in a car. Many break ins happen during the daylight hours. Thieves can watch your coming and goings for a couple of days to learn when your home is unoccupied. Obviously if you have a good home security strategy and installation, the burglar will simply choose a home that is easier to break into.

As easy as it is to break into a home, it is just as easy to protect it with security cameras and/or alarms.
Simple and inexpensive systems include:

-window/door sensors or motion detectors that will be triggered when an intruder appears
-glass breakage alarms
-motion alert alarms
-barking dog alarms that can sense movement through walls
-door guard alarms (great for travel)
-simple wireless security systems

Many of these systems will dial a series of phone numbers to alert you to the intrusion. Some will let you listen in so that you can determine if there is indeed a crime being committed. Phone numbers could be to yourself, a neighbor or even a security monitoring company.

As we move up in sophistication, and price, we can install 4, 8, or even 16 channel home security cameras that can include digital recorder systems (D.V.R.’s). These systems will monitor your home and record any movement onto a hard drive. You can then go back and view any happenings at your convenience. These systems can be hooked up to monitors on the premises or the feed can be sent to you at any computer station, laptop or even mobile device. You then have the ability to monitor your home from wherever you are. These systems can be wired or wireless. A wireless system would be ideal for an apartment in that you would be able to easily take it with you when you move. Wireless systems can also be installed very easily and quickly.

It has been found that homes without security cameras or systems are three times more likely to be broken into than homes with security systems. It really isn’t a matter of cost anymore. There are plenty of cost effective home security systems that can fit any budget. Many of the systems mentioned previously can be had for well under $100. That seems to be a very small price to pay for the added feeling of safety and security that you will have when your leave your home. Make sure that your home is as safe and secure as possible and that it will look the same when you get home as it did when you left it.



By: Daniel E Fiore


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Recently in Jacksonville, Florida a prominent couple who owned a chiropractic practice and who advertised their practice on billboards, which included their pictures, were targeted for a home invasion by three men. Fortunately for this family, they had the foresight to install wireless security cameras outside of their home. These men knew their names and faces due to the outdoor billboard advertising of the family business. Presumptively, the criminals were able to ascertain the address of this family due to the public information available on the billboards.

The three men waited for the mother to arrive home after work. They watched her unlock the front door and enter the home, after which they followed her inside. All of this was captured by the wireless security cameras. Inside of the home, the three year old daughter and her grandmother were waiting for mom to come home.
The three criminals attacked the mother and held the three year old daughter at gunpoint. The family was extorted and asked for money. After the men received money and valuables, they left. The mother was left bleeding; the child and grandmother were left traumatized.

This home invasion was captured on wireless security cameras and was featured on the Dr. Phil show in February of 2009. The experience was life changing and traumatic for the entire family, however on a more positive note, the mother’s stress went away quickly. The intruders were captured within days. The fast arrest and prosecution was due to the wireless security cameras installed at the home. It provided the family and the police with clear images of the three intruders. If the video hadn’t recorded the men’s faces, they may have never been identified and arrested.

Calls poured in immediately to crime stoppers after the images were shown on the local news. The home security camera had been installed above the front door outside their home. The traumatized family didn’t have to rely on their memory to describe what the perpetrators looked like; the home security camera videotaped who the men were.

Video surveillance is very affordable and the benefits of the level of security are immeasurable. A quality security camera system ranges in cost from $59.00 to $300.00. There are many different types of cameras that are available to be purchased. There are: wireless security cameras, weatherproof infrared security cameras, hidden cameras, dome cameras, pan tilt zoom cameras, fake security cameras, and traditional CCTV security cameras just to name a few. The large variety of home security cameras allows you to choose the camera that will be the most beneficial for the security you are seeking. All of these provide clear, concise, accurate images.

While the initial investment might seem costly to a family struggling in a tough economy, the peace of mind offered to you and your loved ones, and the onetime cost of the security cameras is nominal. Unlike traditional alarm systems, there are no recurring fees for the monitoring of the security cameras. They are installed and hooked up to a digital video recorder (DVR), which can later be used to identify any incidents which may occur. Also, there are warranties for the cameras and you will be able to use the home security cameras for a long time. Ordering the cameras is easy. They can be ordered by phone, mail, online, and by fax.



By: Mike Josh Ward


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When looking for a home security camera system, it is important first to consider what you want to get out of the system. Many people will tell you that you need to spend thousands of dollars, and get cameras that have PTZ capabilities (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) in order to truly secure your home. The problem with that theory, is that in the meantime while you are waiting to save up the thousands of dollars for the system that some people tell you that you need, more vandalism and theft might still be occurring on your property. PTZ cameras are great, but for home installations, they are generally too large and too costly to be effective. So instead, lets look at what you want to get out of the system, because this will really determine what is necessary, and what is not for your system.

If you are looking to provide basic coverage of your property, so you can see if someone is on your property, then a wide-angle view is probably best for your circumstance. These cameras cover a wide view, allowing you to use a single camera to cover the whole yard. However, wide-angle cameras are not for every installation. These cameras provide a great coverage to see “What” is happening, but will have a hard time delivering “Who” is doing it, unless they are within 10-25 fee of the camera. As you get further from the camera, the person will appear smaller and smaller, because a wide-angle camera makes everything appear smaller in the viewport.

If you have a narrow “pinch-point”, gate or walkway that people must travel through during ingress or egress from your property, then it might make sense to complement the wide-angle cameras with a camera that has a narrower width of view, providing coverage of the specific narrow area with a fixed-zoom lens. This permits you to get more information and footage on the “Who” so that you can tell who is entering your property. When complemented by a wide-angle camera, which shows what is happening, then you can easily get the whole story. These narrower angle cameras (generally 8-12mm depending on distance) are very common to use for driveways, entry gates or even the side alley between your house and the neighbor. These cameras will give a much better view by bringing you closer to the action and delivering a higher quality picture for these narrow areas.

For recording, there are two main types of DVRs (Digital Video Recorders). These are not the same as your “Tivo” or other Cable/Satellite DVRs, these are devices that are designed specifically for recording from your home security cameras. The first type of DVR is the Standalone DVR. This DVR is a VCR-Sized digital video recorder that will record from the cameras onto an internal hard drive digitally, so that you can record when motion is detected and easily view live cameras and playback recorded footage right on your TV screen. These DVRs provide a great basic system for home users. The next type of system is a PC-Based DVR system. With the PC-Based DVR Cards, it is a card that installs into your Windows XP or Windows Vista PC to provide inputs for the security cameras. The cameras then record through the included software onto the hard drive of your PC. The PC-Based DVR Systems are generally slightly more advanced than the Standalone DVR systems, as they provide higher resolution recording and more remote viewing options generally. With PC-Based DVR systems, you also have the capability of expanding the system as needed, so you can start with 1 or 2 cameras to cover the most important areas and continue expanding the system as your needs and budget grow. With Standalone DVRs, you will be limited to the number of inputs provided by the DVR that you select.

Regardless of what system you choose, make sure that you are carefully selecting a system that will suit your needs and will provide the video quality and remote viewing capabilities that you require. Too often, we hear from customers who have bought systems for their home elsewhere, who are unhappy because they did not get a system that really suited their needs, even if it met their budget. So appropriate planning will ensure that you get a system that will perform as desired the first time…helping you stay within your desired budget for the home security camera system.



By: Michael Dunteman

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Next to shelter, adequate security is the most important thing you must provide for your family. This is why it is recommended that you look for the right type of security system for your home, and if you adhere to the advice, the peace and serenity you will derive from an efficient security system is invaluable.

Security experts say statistics at their disposal prove that a complete home security system is a highly effective deterrent to unwanted intrusion, and went on to advise that boosting an existing home security system with the addition of surveillance cameras will provide an impregnable security wall around any home.

The above statement by veterans in security matters goes a long way to show that a home security type system complete with surveillance cameras is about the single best way to protect your property and family. When potential intruders know that a home security system is in place on a property, they believe that they can still pull off a raid if they plan carefully, but they will certainly call off a raid on a property where home security cameras are installed.

The reasons for the above scenarios are rather obvious; on a property with a standard security system in place, all an intruder need do is flee if he triggers off the alarm, but in houses where home security cameras are installed, intruders know that they can still be apprehended even after a successful raid if they are caught on camera.

There are other benefits you can derive from the installation of home security cameras on your property; you can see the whole expanse of your land as well as the outside surroundings right from inside your house.

Consider the case of an intruder at the door: by just casting a glance at the camera feed you will immediately see who the person is and take other necessary security measures, as opposed to putting yourself and family at risk by opening the door to check out the person at the door.

Another example is the case of disturbance and commotion outside your property, you don’t have to leave your home before you know what is going on, all you need do is go through the home security cameras and see what the hoopla is all about from the safety of your home.

In conclusion, the installation of home types of cameras is the modern and more effective way of providing a simple and safe security for your family, regardless of what other vendors of alternative security gadgets say, the advantages of installing a standard security system complete with security type cameras are just invaluable as the family they will help protect.



By: King J. For

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In the world of fake security cameras there are three generic types: the dome, the bullet and the globe. The dome camera including a high-speed dome is the largest selling security surveillance camera in the world. Second to them are bullet cameras. And third in popularity are the globe cameras.

Fake surveillance cameras are so realistic looking that no one can tell the difference. Some of them even take the housing from a real security camera and remove the inner workings-the expensive part. That realistic look makes it an effective tool to use for home security and business security.

A good example of a dome camera is a dummy dome camera with a thick base and 24/7 flashing LED. It even has a yellow CCTV decal. It can be installed easily on the ceiling or wall. The camera is 5 inches across and 2 inches high. It uses three AAA batteries. It also has a flashing red LED light which makes the camera visible particularly at night.

One reason why the fake large bullet parking lot security camera is so realistic looking is because it is a real security camera with the camera taken out so it’s in an actual security camera housing. The flashing red LED guarantees visibility. This is the same kind of outdoor security camera that you see them parking lots and big-box stores. It is a high visibility camera that weighs 4 pounds and works on two AA batteries. All the hardware comes with it allowing installation in minutes.

The globe camera is basically a bigger version of the dome camera only it has a smoky interior finish so the criminal doesn’t know which direction the camera is pointing. This example is 12 inches in diameter and is meant for ceiling installation. It can be used, in conjunction with another real surveillance system, to give the impression that a bigger areas being covered.

Another type of camera that doesn’t get as much notoriety is the dummy IP camera. It is similar to a bullet camera, but it has an antenna coming out of the back and a zoom lens. It can be used indoors or outdoors.

This Fake Surveillance Camera is called the moon mirror camera because it is a convex mirror with three simulated flashing CCTV camera lenses. It is 8 inches in diameter and has three flashing LED lights that are on the go 24/7. This is the most sophisticated looking fake surveillance camera there is. The beauty of this camera is that it gives the illusion of covering a huge area, which makes it perfect for retail stores businesses, schools or warehouses.

For a realistic look at an inexpensive price, fake security cameras are a great way to improve your home security or business security.



By: Dave Artman


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Safety and protection is now the top priority of those who are conscious about the growing crime rate brought about by increased poverty and crisis. To those with money, it is not a problem to protect their families and properties since they can afford all the security and safety money can buy. However, for those who are always on a budget and are struggling to make ends meet, purchasing the innovative security devices are simply out of the question. Bolts may be affordable but highly technological devices such as alarm systems and security cameras are simply too costly.

There are those who say that there is no need to worry since only those with money will be the target of burglars. However, criminals are not limited to burglars only. There are in fact only a small percentage of the types of criminals existing in the country. There are a lot of serial killers who will not need any reason to kill. Simply put, protection is a commodity needed by just about anybody.

It’s a good thing there is a solution to this problem. If you want to get the effectiveness that is almost the same as those security devices only the wealthy can buy but at a cheap price, then all you need is to have your home installed with several fake security cameras. The price is far from the real ones. The effectiveness however, is almost the same.

By placing these fake security cameras in the areas of your home that will easily be seen by thieves and intruders, you can be assured that they will not put even a foot in your property. To make sure that seasoned burglars will not recognize dummy cameras, be sure to equip them with cables and connections that are also found in real cameras. Also, put them in areas where you are giving the illusion that you are trying to hide the cameras and that the burglar is intelligent enough to have found it. As any other fake objects however, this one will not be able to give your home true security. They are an effective deterrent but of course, no shots or videos will be taken.



By: Ron S. Thames

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Although the application of CCTV security have not changed very much over the past years, the tools and equipment have significantly. Cameras became smaller, cheaper and better, but the major breakthrough happened in recording equipment.

Therefore many customers shopping for complete CCTV monitoring and recording systems are confused by such a verity of available products. The goal of this article is to guide buyers toward the best possible and most economical type of CCTV equipment, based on intended implementation and requirements.

Selecting the right cameras.

It is virtually impossible to describe all types of available ones in this short article. We will focus our attention on most popular and widely used camera types instead.

CCTV security cameras produce images using CMOS or CCD (Charge Couple Device) chips. Tiny, very low price CCTV cameras usually use CMOS technology, produce poor quality images and have very poor light sensitivity. Decent quality CCTV cameras use CCD technology. The size of the CCD chip is normally 1/4″, 1/3″ or 1/2″. As a rule of thumb, the larger the size, the higher the quality of the image produced and the higher the price. However, higher density 1/4″ and 1/3″ CCD chips can now produce as good an image as many 1/3″ or 1/2″ chips.

The number of TV lines in the security camera image is a measure of picture resolution (sharpness). The larger the number of TV lines, the better the resolution and hence, overall picture quality. Standard resolution camera may have 350-380 lines, over 400 TV Lines is generally considered good resolution while over 500 TV lines is considered high resolution. B/W chip cameras produce greater resolution and better light sensitivity, therefore suitable for use in dark areas where light conditions are poor most of the time.

On the other hand color cameras offer more realistic and natural picture. CCTV cameras are usually divided into different types based on the body of the camera used.

Professional grade cameras.

Have box type body with the ability to use different types and size of lenses. Exchangeable lenses enable this camera, to monitor objects from virtually any distance. Although for indoor use, they can be used for outdoor when combined with weatherproof housing. They are considered to be the most flexible and widely used by professionals for commercial installations.

Bullet cameras.

Bullet cameras are, as the name suggest contained inside bullet shaped housing.

Most bullet cameras are weatherproof and sealed without the ability to use different lenses. Great advantage of bullet camera is the small size and integrated design, some bullet cameras will even have infrared LED future built-in. Infrared technology is simply LED light in infrared spectrum (not visible to human eye). This light will illuminate viewing area, making possible monitoring in complete darkness. This is great future, but it only works up to certain distance (usually between 10 and 50 ft. depending on model) Vary simple to install and estheticly designed, bullet cameras are great choice for residential and do-it-yourself installations where monitoring objects are within about 25ft from the camera location (with standard 3.6mm lens).

Board Cameras.

Board Cameras are basically fixed lens mounted on a circuit board. These cameras may be packaged in a small case (Mini Cameras) or dome (Mini Dome) or simply sold unpackaged, for mounting by the purchaser. Lenses in these are either of a normal industry aperture or a “pinhole” lens of very small aperture. Pinhole lens cameras are often called “spy” cameras and may be mounted in a concealed way for covert surveillance purposes. The most popular examples of covert board ones are smoke detector and motion detector cameras.

Since the lenses in board cameras are pre-mounted, have a fixed iris and are usually of a short focal length (i.e. wide angle), their flexibility of usefulness is limited. However, this type of camera can provide a low cost solution in the right situation, particularly in a home environment. We have shortly described most popular types of cameras, lets now discus, how and where they mite be used.

Professional types with C/CS mount lens attachment generally offer best performance and many important futures, like lens control output, Back Light Compensation and many more…

Distance from monitoring object to the camera is not an issue, that is why ability to select different lenses, based on location is so important. Installation is bit complicated and professional installation strongly recommended. We recommend this type of security cameras for commercial installations.

Most Bullet cameras in comparison, do not offer high resolution and lens selection flexibility, but are likely to be weatherproof, some will have infrared light built-in and most of all they are relatively easy to implement. They usually come with 3.6mm lens witch are considered to be suitable for most standard installations (good for covering small to medium size room or equivalent).

For larger rooms or longer distances, cameras with 6mm or higher lens may be required. They are great choice for any do-it-yourself installation.

Board cameras in contrast are widely used in covert camera installations, sometimes called Spy Cameras. Many are basically board ones with built-in transmitter. We are not going to go into wireless cameras right now, as this would be enough material for completely new article.

Board cameras are sold as plain circuit board, for integrating into hidden camera devices. They are also available in dome housing, as vary popular Dome Camera or integrated with Smoke Detector, Motion Detector, Exit Sign and so on. Most also come with 3.6mm lens although some will allow lens to be replaced.

Over the time, most practical design has been Dome Camera with its aesthetic appearance it blends into surroundings, especially with drop down sealing, great for use in stores, lobbies, gas stations and other public places. Practical solution for covert installation are also, Motion and Smoke Detector cameras, they are absolutely not substitute for your security alarm or fire protection. They should always be selected based on the location of the camera (inside/outside), distance from the monitoring object, light condition and budget.

When shopping for security cameras, customers are faced with the fact that they will need to select one or another recording device.

The days of well-known CCTV time-lapse VCR recorder are almost over.

Although some customers still prefer this old fashioned recording solution, it is well worth to invest some extra money to purchase a good quality digital video recorder (DVR). Digital recorder transfers analog camera video feed into digital format, and stores it on hard drive. There are two major types of digital recorders on the market right now.

PC Based Systems.

A special board and software installed on the computer will allow camera inputs and store video on the hard drive.

Many people are under the misconception that personal computer with additional hardware installed, will do the job. This explains the hundreds of companies that have hung up a sign, taken out some ads and begun working out of basements and garages, holding themselves out to be DVR manufacturers and security specialists. The main problem with this type of CCTV recorders lies in the main component of it… Yes, it is a computer, designed to do unlimited tasks, but non well. The truth is that any computer based digital video recorder is, and will always be vulnerable to software crashes, hang-ups, system instability, virus related problems etc…

Stand Alone Systems.

Very similar in appearance and control functions to standard VCR recorders, are truly remarkable devices. Most video processing is done by hardware, therefore eliminating system crashes, video is also stored on hard drive in digital format. The basic operating system, usually Linux, is permanently stored on special processor, witch is impossible to overwrite or corrupt. Designed and manufactured with single application in mind, it is by far better in performance and reliability to its PC based rival.

Some DVR systems will even have remote monitoring capability, useful when monitoring is required in different locations through Internet or network. Most important futures to look for when selecting the right DVR recorder are motion detection and frame speed. The higher the frame speed the more fluent video recording. Motion detection will allow recording video from each camera only when motion is detected; this is great for extending video recording time.

Security Monitors.

Video from Security recorder could be displayed on regular TV monitor. It is OK to do it this way, for baby monitoring or residential application, when quality of the picture is not that important. However for professional installation, security monitors are as much important as cameras. They offer extended life of picture tube (necessary with any static picture, that can cause picture burnout) and much grater resolution.

Cables and wiring.

Finally any camera installation will require proper wiring. Good quality cable will prevent video degradation over long distance runs. It is recommended to use RG59 or RG6 coaxial cables as it is fully shielded and will prevent video loss up to 400 ft. Coaxial cables will require BNC connectors and proper installation possibly done by experienced technician. In short runs plug and play non-coaxial cables with factory installed BNC connectors may be used (up to 150 ft.). The plug and play cables are easy enough to install by not experienced users.

Cables for CCTV cameras consist of two cables bundled in one jacket. One cable for video and one for power delivery.

Conclusion.

Every CCTV system is as good and reliable as its weakest component. With this in mind, investing on highest quality and performance cameras, while purchasing low performance recorder, from economical and practical standpoint just does not make sense.

For example, why use CCTV cameras with 500 TV lines of resolution with monitor that offers only 380 or less. All the benefit of high-resolution camera is affectively sacrificed by limited capability of monitor. Asking questions is important before purchasing video security system, and your vendor will probably be able to give more details and recommend equipment for specific needs and requirements.



By: Robert Moskal

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