Hidden surveillance cameras have evolved from devices limited to the rich and famous, into affordable items for the average person. If you want to take care of your family, even when you're away, install surveillance systems in your homes.
About twenty years ago, when people were asked if they would ever install hidden surveillance cameras in their home, they usually brushed the question aside, or they would tell you that such devices were only good for mansions, business establishments, and for the movies! But who could blame them? Twenty years ago, surveillance systems were much too expensive for the average Joe, not too mention too technical and complicated.
Why Surveillance Cameras Are Suddenly So Popular
Today, with the rapid advancement in technology, companies have been able to develop affordable surveillance systems so that almost every home is secured and equipped with one. They have also managed to simplify these devices so that you would not have to hire computer technicians to install the surveillance systems in your home.
But there's another reason why surveillance systems have become so popular. Unfortunately, it's the rising rate of crimes in homes. People are learning, through stories of crimes and unsolved cases shown by the media, that if they want to keep your family safe and have justice served, they need a surveillance system in their homes.
Among the most popular surveillance device is the hidden surveillance cameras. These covert cameras work by recording every movement in your home without letting everyone know that they are being watched.
Different Surveillance Cameras
These hidden surveillance cameras come in many different and unsuspecting forms. Among the most popular are the teddy bear, radio, and the wall clock. These are everyday items that blend in easily in any room. You can place one in the bedroom, in the kitchen, or in the living room, and nobody would know these were recording their every move.
Why Parents Rely On Hidden Surveillance Sytems
Most parents choose hidden surveillance cameras to monitor their babysitters and their kids while they are away at work. Time and time again, stories of robbery, child abuse, and molestation feed the media. And every story runs along the same line - parents leave their kids to harmless-looking babysitters and later find out that these harmless-looking nannies are really child molesters or abusers or thieves.
If you want to know how your kids are being cared for, you will definitely need surveillance cameras installed in your homes. Put these in places where the nanny usually interacts with your kids - the living room, your child's bedroom, and in the kitchen. If you want to be extra cautious, you can even place one in every part of your house.
You might think that these cameras will only be useful in providing footages you can view when you get home or in producing the evidence you might need after crimes have been committed. Yes, they will definitely give you the evidence you will need to have the perpetrators sent to jail, but these cameras can most definitely keep untoward incidents from happening.
As long as you have access to the Internet in your office or wherever you may be while away from home, you can check on the video footages recorded by your hidden surveillance cameras any time of the day. So when you see something bad happening, you can immediately call the police or drive home to rescue your kids.
Showing posts with label night vision survaillance. Show all posts
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Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Night Vision Security Cameras - The Art of Security and Protection
Whether you are looking to provide security and protection in your home or at the office, whether it is outdoors or in a dark spot inside, night vision security cameras will give you an absolutely clear vision into the darkness. Even in complete darkness, night vision security cameras produce a clear view of the area where you want surveillance. It is the ultimate in overseeing those areas where you are concerned that you may be vulnerable.
Where can the cameras be aimed?
You can watch any outside area, especially those places where there are entrances or valuable items. We normally think of outside surveillance aimed at doors, decks, parking lots, driveways and back yards. But you can also put a camera in an attic, a garage, a nursery or a basement. Put a camera anywhere that you are concerned about.
What is available?
You can purchase night vision security cameras as a complete package or as individual components. A package operates multiple cameras and come in sizes from four to sixteen cameras. A complete package includes the cameras, the digital video recorder (DVR) and all of the cables necessary to make your system operational.
How does it work?
Night vision security cameras can operate in color during daytime hours. At night, however, they operate as a black and white TV signal. The camera emits an infrared signal that "lights up" the covered area, gets reflected back to the camera and is picked up as a black and white image. The signal is transmitted to the DVR where it is recorded.
The DVR processes the video images which you can watch as they happen or watch later from the video record. A TV, monitor or PC can be directly connected to the DVR or the signal can be fed to a more complex monitoring station.
This technology has been around for many years. In the last several years the prices for night vision security cameras have really come down and have now reached the level where an individual family or a small business can easily afford to install one of these systems. And as a result, we are starting to see more and more of these packages around the country.
What about the components?
Selecting the right system for you depends on the areas you want to watch. You need to determine what and how many areas you wish to watch. That will determine how many cameras you will need to install.
Next, you need to measure how large the surveilled area is and how far into the area you need to see. Different night vision security cameras can view further into the darkness. Some cameras are for very short distances, even as close as 10 feet. Other cameras will see up to 100 feet into the darkness. A common distance for a home installation is about 25 feet into the dark.
Where can the cameras be aimed?
You can watch any outside area, especially those places where there are entrances or valuable items. We normally think of outside surveillance aimed at doors, decks, parking lots, driveways and back yards. But you can also put a camera in an attic, a garage, a nursery or a basement. Put a camera anywhere that you are concerned about.
What is available?
You can purchase night vision security cameras as a complete package or as individual components. A package operates multiple cameras and come in sizes from four to sixteen cameras. A complete package includes the cameras, the digital video recorder (DVR) and all of the cables necessary to make your system operational.
How does it work?
Night vision security cameras can operate in color during daytime hours. At night, however, they operate as a black and white TV signal. The camera emits an infrared signal that "lights up" the covered area, gets reflected back to the camera and is picked up as a black and white image. The signal is transmitted to the DVR where it is recorded.
The DVR processes the video images which you can watch as they happen or watch later from the video record. A TV, monitor or PC can be directly connected to the DVR or the signal can be fed to a more complex monitoring station.
This technology has been around for many years. In the last several years the prices for night vision security cameras have really come down and have now reached the level where an individual family or a small business can easily afford to install one of these systems. And as a result, we are starting to see more and more of these packages around the country.
What about the components?
Selecting the right system for you depends on the areas you want to watch. You need to determine what and how many areas you wish to watch. That will determine how many cameras you will need to install.
Next, you need to measure how large the surveilled area is and how far into the area you need to see. Different night vision security cameras can view further into the darkness. Some cameras are for very short distances, even as close as 10 feet. Other cameras will see up to 100 feet into the darkness. A common distance for a home installation is about 25 feet into the dark.
Monday, December 29, 2014
Night Vision Security Camera - How to Choose The Best One ?
Shopping for a night vision security camera can be a little confusing if you don't have a lot of experience with them. That would include most of the population I would imagine and in this article, we will look at a small selection of security cameras which you might consider useful in applying to your property.
Basically, a night vision security camera is your own set of "cats eyes" and they enable you to see in the dark. Many businesses have found them a cheaper alternative to using security guards however, their purpose is for detection and recording so they'll never be able to replace the physical coverage of guards... not yet anyway!
The Advantage Of Infrared Light
Infrared light cuts through low light conditions with relative ease and in traditional night vision security cameras, it's what provides the ability to see images in the dark. Infrared light has the capacity to react instantaneously to any movement or intruder and provides in most cases, excellent detailed images.
When shopping for night time security cameras, keep in mind the different levels of performance capability available on the market. It's a good idea to speak with a security camera expert because if you are seriously considering adding this type of coverage to your property, then you want to be careful you don't under or over capitalize your coverage.
Planning Your Night Vision Security Camera Installation
Planning is a huge part of security camera installation, especially for outside surveillance. Why? Because if you get it wrong then it could cost you big time in unprotected coverage.
It's not just a matter of putting up a security camera and hoping for the best. Night vision requires you to identify the areas around your home and business which offer intruders the opportunity to invade your property unnoticed. That's why you need a little planning time to identify these areas so your surveillance equipment can perform the job it was designed to do... see in the dark. The extent of your coverage will depend on the size of your property and budget but areas like poorly lit garage exteriors or walkways leading to your house could be ideal night vision camera targets.
Many people are turning to the day/night cameras as a means of getting the best of both worlds. The only problem with these is if you are wanting superior night time coverage, then you will want infrared capabilities. Cameras designed for day/night work can still capture good images in low light but without some kind of street lighting, then they could be in trouble.
Cost Of Night Vision Security Coverage
Every one has a different need. Wider coverage means more equipment and extra cost while those just wanting to monitor the baby will be satisfied with a simple wireless system which are usually as easy as a "piece of cake" to install.
The tough part will actually be choosing your camera. There are so many options available to consumers today with cameras costing under $100 being able to produce satisfying results. Many will look at the products available in the $100-$400 range and there are some excellent bargains in this range. You will get an appreciation of exactly what's available by simply going online. Remember though, before parting with your hard earned money, plan your coverage before you go out and buy a night vision security camera system.
Basically, a night vision security camera is your own set of "cats eyes" and they enable you to see in the dark. Many businesses have found them a cheaper alternative to using security guards however, their purpose is for detection and recording so they'll never be able to replace the physical coverage of guards... not yet anyway!
The Advantage Of Infrared Light
Infrared light cuts through low light conditions with relative ease and in traditional night vision security cameras, it's what provides the ability to see images in the dark. Infrared light has the capacity to react instantaneously to any movement or intruder and provides in most cases, excellent detailed images.
When shopping for night time security cameras, keep in mind the different levels of performance capability available on the market. It's a good idea to speak with a security camera expert because if you are seriously considering adding this type of coverage to your property, then you want to be careful you don't under or over capitalize your coverage.
Planning Your Night Vision Security Camera Installation
Planning is a huge part of security camera installation, especially for outside surveillance. Why? Because if you get it wrong then it could cost you big time in unprotected coverage.
It's not just a matter of putting up a security camera and hoping for the best. Night vision requires you to identify the areas around your home and business which offer intruders the opportunity to invade your property unnoticed. That's why you need a little planning time to identify these areas so your surveillance equipment can perform the job it was designed to do... see in the dark. The extent of your coverage will depend on the size of your property and budget but areas like poorly lit garage exteriors or walkways leading to your house could be ideal night vision camera targets.
Many people are turning to the day/night cameras as a means of getting the best of both worlds. The only problem with these is if you are wanting superior night time coverage, then you will want infrared capabilities. Cameras designed for day/night work can still capture good images in low light but without some kind of street lighting, then they could be in trouble.
Cost Of Night Vision Security Coverage
Every one has a different need. Wider coverage means more equipment and extra cost while those just wanting to monitor the baby will be satisfied with a simple wireless system which are usually as easy as a "piece of cake" to install.
The tough part will actually be choosing your camera. There are so many options available to consumers today with cameras costing under $100 being able to produce satisfying results. Many will look at the products available in the $100-$400 range and there are some excellent bargains in this range. You will get an appreciation of exactly what's available by simply going online. Remember though, before parting with your hard earned money, plan your coverage before you go out and buy a night vision security camera system.
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