Most home security systems rely on phone lines to send an alert to the Security Company and police. Nowadays, more systems have become more sophisticated and are updating with the times. Wireless home security system more and more seem to be the way to go. People are increasingly interested in doing away with complicated and sometimes confusing wired operations.

If you think about it, if a burglar makes it into your home and you have a security system in place, you would expect that it does what it’s supposed to and sends a signal for help. However, if the burglar cuts the phone line or takes the phone off the hook, the signal will never go out. This prevents the security company from providing the help that you’re paying for.

If your internet connection uses DSL, then the signal can go through your PC to alert the security company of a potential break-in. One factor to keep in mind is compatibility. You can let the security company know you are using the DSL connection and they can install a filter to straighten it out, usually for a fee.

Another option available now is cellular back up. This way, if your phone line is cut during a break-in, the alert is automatically sent via your cell phone. Most companies charge an additional fee for this service, but it is available. Other wireless options are also available, such as wireless security cameras and others like voice dialer security systems where the signal going out to the security company is voice activated, rather than phone activated. The security company can also communicate wirelessly this way.

There are other advantages going with a wireless home security system. For starters, the installation is easier without all the wires involved with a hard installation. It also allows for more flexibility with the security plan you may already have. Most of the benefits are related to the lack of wires versus the many wires involved in a traditionally installed system. Wireless systems are cleaner because of it. Plus, the maintenance on a wireless system is easier as well since it’s not as bulky as a regular system. If you choose to make improvements at some point on your home, a wired system can create some inconvenience.

However, while wireless home security system is an up and coming way to go, both options are good and serve the purpose of protecting your home. You may want to consider incorporating both systems as part of an overall home security system.

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Whether we like it or not, no matter where we live, crime is a part of life. Due to a busy schedule, many of us do not safeguard our property or valuables the way they we probably should. Instead, we only react when the hypothetical becomes a reality, and by then, it’s too late to get back what we have lost. To avoid such situations, you can always get hidden video cameras. Surveillance camera systems are known to have helped prevent theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry into homes and offices as well as helped victims identify those responsible for such crimes.
Tupelo Super Store provides a variety of innovative and sophisticated hidden color cameras with built-in DVRs. The Hidden Camera and DVR All-in-One is a portable and completely self-contained spy camera with a built-in DVR. These security DVR cameras can capture and record video directly to a Secure Digital (SD) memory card when you press the record button on the remote. To allow you to start recording right away, the Hidden Camera and DVR All-in-One comes with an 8 GB SD card. You can view your footage by plugging the SD card into any SD card reader or by connecting your hidden color camera to a TV or computer monitor via an RCA cable.
These security DVR cameras have two resolution settings, 320 x 240 and 640 x 480. The 320 x 240 resolution setting records in real time at a frame rate of up to 30 fps, and the 640 x 480 resolution setting records in real time at a frame rate of up to 12 fps. These hidden spy cameras can be motion activated and scheduled for recording. Their DVRs have many features, including motion detection area masking, time and date stamp, remote control operation, MPEG4 file format, and composite video out. The Hidden Camera and DVR All-in-One requires a power supply of 12 volts for operation. These hi-tech surveillance systems are available in different models, like the Neon Wall Clock Hidden Camera/DVR, Desk Lamp Hidden Camera/DVR, Air Freshener Hidden Camera/DVR, Wall Outlet Hidden Camera/DVR, Exit Sign Hidden Camera/DVR, and Tower Fan Hidden Camera/DVR. Get the one that best suits your surveillance needs and blends with your home or office décor.

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With the ability to place anywhere in the house without worrying about wires, wireless cameras have become extremely popular. There are a number of benefits to having a wireless camera including the simple installation, the flexibility, and cost efficiency. Here are 5 benefits of having a wireless camera.

1. No wires

The most obvious benefit of all of is that there are no wires you have to worry about. This allows you to place your camera in any location you would like without having to worry about connecting it to an outlet. It also makes it much easier to hide if you are using it for security measures. There is nothing that gives away a security camera like a big black wire hanging down the wall.

2. Easy installation

For many security cameras, you have to drill holes in the wall and get a mounting kit of some sort. While it may not be the most difficult task, it can be time consuming putting together something to hold a camera. With a wireless camera, the installation is extremely easy and you can angle the camera in whatever direction you choose to.

3. Flexibility

There is an increased amount of flexibility that comes with having a wireless camera. You can place the camera anywhere you would like, program it to a wide array of settings, and physically move it to a different location without having to deal with wires. It can save you a lot of trouble being able to maneuver the camera and place it in high locations without worrying about outlets.

4. Receiver

The receiver of wireless cameras can be situated between the ranges of seven hundred feet to ten miles away from the main wireless camera and still pick it up. The distance will depend solely on the type of camera you purchase. Along with the distance, it can also infiltrate up to as much as eight walls. This includes going through most solid objects like wood, glass, plastic, metals and other things of this nature.

5. Less expensive

Because it is wireless, typically there are less tools and accessories that will be needed. This will allow you to save money on the accessories and pay strictly for a nice camera.

When purchasing a wireless camera, there are a number of benefits you will be able to notice prior to even purchasing the camera. From there, you will only find more the longer you use it. But the biggest benefit by far is the most obvious; that it is a wireless camera.

Ron Mcbride
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There are few places in today’s ‘Big Brother’ world without encountering CCTV cameras. For good or bad, they are here to stay. There is no doubt that covert and overt CCTV cameras play an important part in reducing crime and enhancing safety but do we need so many?

The short answer is ‘NO’ especially when CCTV cameras are used for crime prevention and detection. In terms of crime prevention or deterrent value we might use more CCTV cameras in a highly visible way. High presence CCTV is a valuable security tool. The very presence of CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) cameras deters criminal activity, but there is a certain science in getting the placement right. Any cowboy CCTV installation firm can slap up a boatload of cameras, the first victim caught on camera might be the buyer!

Because CCTV cameras are becoming an important part of many company’s business management and loss prevention programs it is essential to have a reasonable understanding of your requirements - or more importantly, deploy the skills of a reputable UK CCTV consultant.

The benefits of implementing a quality CCTV system include: Minimising the risk of theft and other illegal activities. Protecting your premises from threats such as arson, terrorism and vandalism. They are not just there for crime prevention and detection! Monitoring individual employees work performance helps improve business, Improving customer service by observing peak periods and planning the staff rotas. By observing staff activity CCTV can assist in staff training too by pinpointing areas which need addressing..

We are laden with Acts of Parliament, Laws, Rules and Regulations which can bring heavy fines upon us if we fail to maintain them. CCTV can help by enhancing health and safety standards and ensuring employees comply with legal obligations. In so many cases a well-designed CCTV system can help by doing the work of a much larger guarding team, thus leaving people free to deal with situations that arise in a more efficient and cost-effective manner.

Reducing the quantity of CCTV cameras and therefore the cost can be achieved by creating a job description for each camera. There’s more to a CCTV camera than meets the eye, much is in the lens itself, the zoom facility and manoeuvrability. The most expensive isn’t necessarily the best, as any honest UK CCTV expert will tell you.

Your CCTV camera must be fit for purpose and you need to be very precise when instructing your CCTV consultant. Lets look at Car Parks for example; there may be various elements that need to be observed; the entrance/exit and entire area, any individual car and a close up on the drivers’ face and/or the registration number.

Another example is a retail counter; we need to monitor the point of sale for both security and health & safety. Estimating an individual’s height is important so whilst distance is essential we need to get a very close view of money being exchanged … and without compromising reproduction quality for evidence.

Some of these cameras will clearly need to be visible and act as a deterrent. We also might want high visibility CCTV in domes so that nobody can see which way they are pointing and of course we might want to catch someone in the act so we choose covert CCTV.

We are not always able to observe an event in real time and need make recordings for later viewing and of course for evidence when required.

Locating CCTV cameras isn’t the only aspect, the monitors are equally important. We’ll look at the different types further down because focussing on the ergonomics of a security control room or guards station is important right now.

How many monitors can one individual view effectively at any given time for say, one hour?. Is it better to have all four events working from one monitor? Is there an optimum distance from the location of monitors to the CCTV operators’ eyes? - How is this calculated? . How long do we need to keep recordings and in what format?

Video recordings have been effective in helping employers and police identify criminals whilst conducting crimes including; armed robbery, burglary, car park robbery, credit card fraud, colleague harassment, computer abuse, customer returns fraud, employee theft, shoplifting, vandalism, and more. Hidden cameras are often a short-term measure for targeted surveillance operations and specialist advice from UK CCTV Experts should be sought and an understanding of the Data Protection Act is essential.

When we don’t understand something, we are vulnerable and the CCTV industry is no exception, especially when buying after the event and seriously effected by a previous incident.

Not all CCTV Consultants are vultures and rogues but getting an understanding of elements such as colour and monochrome video cameras, time lapse VCR’s, switchers and multiplexes, remote movement control, telephone video transmission systems … and more - Look no further, here is a simple guide to CCTV. It’s not intended to be a comprehensive buyers guide but will certainly help along the way.

Because CCTV cameras are becoming an important part of many company’s business management and loss prevention programs it is essential to have a reasonable understanding of your requirements - or more importantly, deploy the skills of a reputable UK CCTV consultant.

The benefits of implementing a quality CCTV system include: Minimising the risk of theft and other illegal activities. Protecting your premises from threats such as arson, terrorism and vandalism. They are not just there for crime prevention and detection! Monitoring individual employees work performance helps improve business, Improving customer service by observing peak periods and planning the staff rotas. By observing staff activity CCTV can assist in staff training too by pinpointing areas which need addressing..

We are laden with Acts of Parliament, Laws, Rules and Regulations that can bring heavy fines upon us if we fail to maintain them. CCTV can help by enhancing health and safety standards and ensuring employees comply with legal obligations. In so many cases a well-designed CCTV system can help by doing the work of a much larger guarding team, thus leaving people free to deal with situations that arise in a more efficient and cost-effective manner.

Choosing the right CCTV system and having it professionally installed is essential - it will provide you with superior results and will ultimately save you time and money. Remember that commercial CCTV systems don’t come in ready-made kits, so each component can be provided especially for your needs. We will take a look at each one of those items.

CCTV pictures are displayed on monitors. Small desktop monitors, rack fitted security monitors or large hanging multiscreen monitors, they show the end product of your system - live and recorded pictures. Monochrome, colour or high definition colour, monitors are available in a range of sizes. Contrary to popular belief, larger monitors do not show a wider picture, they merely display in larger formats. In selecting monitor size, the distance from viewer to screen will dictate the required monitor size. Reception desks and counters may be fitted with 9″ or 12″ monitors, whereby a wall or ceiling mounted monitor showing a multiscreen display will need to be quite large. A good CCTV surveyor will recommend a monitor to best suit its environment.

Moving (pan/tilt) cameras can take the place of many fixed cameras. Generally fitted with a zoom lens, they can be remotely controlled to cover a wide area. Used predominantly in larger retail and commercial perimeter protection, the benefits of a carefully positioned camera are vast. Often housed within a dome, these cameras can spin round and round to any position faster than any subject being viewed, and zoom in for a close-up picture. They can be ‘taught’ to ‘tour your premises, viewing key areas much more effectively.

Medium Resolution Monochrome, ( black & white ) with good sharp images of around 400 lines and light sensitive down to 0.1 lux these are excellent all-round cameras which can easily meet smaller budgets.

High Resolution Monochrome with premium digital technology performance of 580 line and 0.05 lux ensure superb pictures even in very dim lighting conditions. Medium Resolution Colour: Never before have colour cameras been as good or as accessible to smaller budget systems. Excellent for retail and good quality general surveillance, with typical 350 lines and 1.5 lux performance.

High Resolution Colour: Full digital colour cameras offer premium pictures with crisper definition and excellent performance to 480 lines and 1 lux.

Day/Night Cameras: All day and all night - one camera. Using the latest digital intelligent sensing, these cameras offer the full performance of the high-resolution colour cameras by day, then automatically switches to high-resolution monochrome camera when light levels fall.

For premium installations.

What is lux?

Lux is the standard measurement of light. Typical levels of lighting as recommended by the lighting industry are:

Indoor

Warehouses 20- 75 lux -

Emergency stairs 30-75 lux -

Corridors and stairs 75- 200 lux -

Shops 75-300 lux -

Offices and reception areas 300 -500 lux -

Banks and offices 200-1000 lux -

Assembly lines 300-1000 lux

Outdoors

Full sunlight 10,000-1,000,000 lux -

Overcast day 100-10,000 lux -

Twilight 1-10 lux

Full moon 0.1-1 lux -

Overcast night 0.01-0.1 lux -

Star light, clear 0.001-0.01 lux -

Star light, overcast 0.0001-0.001 lux

Digby Farquart
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