The beauty of a wireless security camera system lies in the simplicity of its installation and use. Your multiple wireless cameras can simultaneously transmit video images directly to a receiver hooked up to your television or computer. It's a discreet way to keep an eye on your kids, your employees, your business or property.
You don't need to spend a thousand bucks on buying your equipment and then another grand for the guys who'll set it up. Instead, buckle up for a quick job that will bring you great peace of mind because all you need are a few good cameras, a computer and a stable software.
Get The Picture: Wireless Cameras
By building your own surveillance system you have the liberty to chose your assortment of cameras. You can have four cameras or 30 cameras, as many as you need. If you intend to conduct outdoor surveillance, you will need to place cameras at the houses' main entrances, lawn, garage, pool area or backyard.
Good outdoor cameras better be weather resistant and have night vision. Indoor surveillance is a lot less complicated as you can use even use a simple computer or spy camera. These are inconspicuous and easily disguised.
Camera Buying Tips
Before making your purchase, be sure to check the range of the cameras' signal to ensure that it reaches your receiver. Larger properties may need cameras with more powerful transmitters.
To minimize the data input, opt for a motion or voice activated camera or you'll wind up with hours of data to skim through.
Receiver
Wireless cameras transmit video images through walls at a distance of 300 feet to 10 miles. You will need to get a DVR receiver to pick up the signals transmitted by your cameras. The receiver is a vital part of your system as without it, you will be unable to view the images your cameras take.
The device can be easily plugged into your computer or television where you intend to view the images. Some cameras come equipped with their own DVR cards and can broadcast directly to the Internet, but you can also buy the receiver separately from any security and surveillance store.
Software
You will need to install a stable version of a surveillance software that lets you monitor your cameras 24/7. Whether you use Mac, Windows or Linux, you will find plenty of paid and free softwares on-line. These wares let you monitor, store and transfer files. You can view live feeds on your laptop, phone or desktop with equal ease.
Data Storage Space
The data from all your video cameras will need to be stored safely. With multiple cameras at different locations taping all day long, your data storage requirements will shoot up drastically. You will need to rent out server space on-line or buy a separate 1 TB hard drive to store your video data. You will also have to regularly monitor your data.
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