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Q: what do I need to set up a outdoor security camera system?
I am looking into setting up a system for a small business. Withstand MN winter outside. The camera, recorder and TV. Details and how to and where to look would be nice.
A: All you need is a camera that is environmentally shielded. If you live in a cold climate then make sure it has a heater in the housing. CAT-5 cable and monitor are all you will need from there. If you want to record you will need a DVR or VCR. If you have multiple cameras than a multiplexer is also needed. All these things can be purchased thru your local security company. Find a company that does business with a nationwide security monitoring service..like ADP, Monitronics, Brinks, etc.
Q: In need of a camera security system. Suggestions?
I'm in need of a good camera security system. I'm not too familiar with the technology. Are there any wireless camera systems? How much do they run for? Is there an option to record the footage directly online to the internet? I need to buy a system asap!
A: http://shop2.outpost.com/search;jsessionid=6q6xdaueHZIrVQQ4QjzG5Q**.node3?cat=-45930&pType=pDisplay
What is your budget?
Wireless only means the video (and sometimes audio) signal is transported wirelessly. You still need wires for power to the camera(s).
Q: Where can I find a good camera security system?
I have been looking... I know i can get a system at SAM'S for 500 dollars but it only has 4 cameras... i haven't found one that is reasonable that may have 8+ cameras without paying thousands... I am visually impaired and we've been having some "snoopers" lately and want to beef up the security around the house (visual security with taping capabilities)... if you know of something good AND inexpensive, please tell me...
A: Good an inexpesive is a relative term. If you think 500 bucks for a DVR with 4 camera's is too expensive then forget about 8. - Personally, I would never buy the system you are looking at. My customers tend to expect quality and reliability as do I.
Typically speaking, retail camera's, like the type you are looking at, are fairly substandard when compared in quality to those on a professional level.
Your best bet is to go at it with some knowledge of the technology, I wrote an article on the subject awhile back but most of the info still applies. I have pasted some of it here. You can find more information on security related topics on my website at http://www.keepsafesystems.ca
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The starting point of any C.C.T.V. system is the camera. Simply stated, a camera is a light sensitive device that converts particles of light into electrical impulses, however, there is a vast difference in the quality of cameras available to the consumer. Factors that differentiate the various cameras include whether they are color, black and white, light sensitivity, image resolution and image transfer technology. The consumer must also consider the inherent advantages and disadvantages in each of these different camera technologies and decide which features best fit their individual needs and goals.
In the past, color cameras have been both very expensive and lack-luster in their image performance, when compared to black and white cameras. New technology is now bringing the innovative technologies closer together in both the price and performance scale. The current differences between the two technologies are almost entirely limited to light sensitivity and light reactivity.
Light sensitivity is measured in LUX. The lower the LUX rating, the higher the sensitivity to light. It is important to keep in mind that even the best-rated cameras are limited by the technology of the day, as well as the visibility conditions present at the time of the surveillance. Although great advancements in low light surveillance continue to be ongoing, the image quality in a low light situation will rarely be up to the standards of daylight surveillance.
Color cameras, although much more appealing on the outside when compared to their black and white counterparts, generally offer less low light sensitivity than a black and white camera. The other advantage of black and white cameras over color cameras is its ability to "see" infrared light, which is invisible to the human eye. You can test this by aiming a standard television remote at a black and white camera while watching the monitor, the flashes you see are bursts of infrared light. The advantage of this becomes apparent in the ability to light up a dark area with infrared light, thus making images visible in almost pure darkness. With the color camera the area will appear unlit, however, to a black and white camera, the area will appear almost like daylight.
The black and white camera‚s reactivity to the invisible light spectrum can also pose a disadvantage in certain applications. Infrared light, although not visible to the human eye, is found in abundance in many everyday situations. For example, when aiming a black and white camera at hot pavement, it will "confuse" the camera resulting in an unbalanced image. Professional grade black and white cameras often incorporate infrared cut-filters. These cut-filters inhibit the infrared light spectrum in turn decreasing the cameras low light sensitivity.
The C.C.T.V. Industry measures image resolution in horizontal lines. The higher the line rating, the clearer the image will appear. With this fact in mind, consider that all electronic components within a C.C.T.V. System, from the camera, to the VCR, to the monitor. These items are all rated in the same way. The actual resolution of the entire system will only be as high as the lowest rated item. For example, if you have a camera rated at 450 lines and a monitor rated at 300 lines, then the result will be 300 visible lines of resolution because the monitor is the lowest rated item in this example. Another point to keep in mind is that the line rating is "Total lines" not lines per inch. Therefore a 12" monitor with a 300 line rating has a far better clarity than a 17" monitor with the same line rating.
The most recent and predominant advances in the C.C.T.V. Industry are the changes in image transfer technology. This technology deals with how the camera takes light particles and converts them into electronic images. Without going into too much detail, image transfer technologies include the following:
Phosphorus Tube Cameras - This camera has low quality, old technology and is susceptible to "image burn". Image burn is when intense light sources will burn themselves into the camera‚s light receptor resulting in the image appearing "memorized". Although this is not a problem with modern day cameras, image burn can still occur on monitors. Tube cameras are also known for poor low light sensitivity.
C.C.D - Also known as "Chip cameras". This camera is the most standard of cameras in the professional realm. C.C.D. cameras do not suffer from the problem of image burn and can incorporate various methods of signal processing, which offers a high level of flexibility to the installer.
CMOS Transfer Cameras - These cameras are very small and continue to get smaller as the technology advances. Although very attractive in their size, CMOS cameras generally do not offer the signal processing, image quality or low light sensitivity of the higher priced C.C.D. camera models. However, the technologies are slowly growing closer together to the point where CMOS cameras may eventually take over the Surveillance Industry.
The Surveillance Industry has continued to move towards the implementation of color cameras that switch to black and white, or even infrared in low light conditions. Although there are some models currently available on the market, the technology is not at a point where it is affordable enough to be manufactured on a large scale.
Q: looking for a security camera system for a small business with the ability to monitor video over internet?
looking for a system I can install my self looking to spend less then 1000 $ want to cover outside of building and parking lot
a small house and 50 X 120 ft parking area
A: Found this one on eBay
http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-SSC-21WEB-Internet-Security-Observation-System_W0QQitemZ300149555524QQihZ020QQcategoryZ48636QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Q: I need a security camera system for my small room. Should I get a webcam or real security camera?
Seems like a webcam can be setup with some extra software and work just as good.
A: WHY DO YOU NEED A CAMERA? FOR PORN?
Q: Would you support a large Security Camera system in Toronto?
simmilar to something like the huge network of cameras like they have in parts if England.
A: Some people are worried that "Big Brother" is watching and that the cameras could be used for purposes other than their original intent, which is to prevent crime and identify suspected criminals.
In my opinion, if I am in a public place and as long as I know that cameras are monitoring me, there is no reason to fear them unless you are actually doing something wrong.
The times they are a changing. You have people dealing drugs on street corners, drive by shootings, perverts kidnapping or luring children for sex, pretty much anything goes nowadays.
I think I would rather risk the fact that someone will track my whereabouts for a day and catch me biting my nails or picking my nose, than to know that someone got away with murder or some other crime because no one witnessed it or people did not get the description of the perpetrator or their vehicle right.
Q: Anybody have good experience with a good outdoor home video security camera system? What can I get for $100?
Would like one that has audio, color, can pick up images at night and perhaps wireless-Need to mount on garage to view drive way.
Thanks for help
A: You might want to search for fully weatherproof bullet camera just like this one by SONY. Link-http://www.ezcctv.com/products/gvm-e735hws.htm
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Q: What Do I need to do/buy to set up an ethernet security camera system viewable at my pc?
A: All you really need to do is buy the camera, plug it into the ethernet, and install the software that came with it. That's about all there is too it.
Wireless cameras are pretty simple too, but you need to connect them to your computer first before using them, to configure wireless settings.
Q: Security camera system?
I'm trying to find a security camera system that will connect to my computer. I need the cameras to be outdoor type. I want to be able to connect to my computer and record any events. I would like to keep it around $300.00 for the system. Thank you for all answers.
A: Two on-line vendors who sell such systems are:
http://www.supercircuits.com
http://www.scdlink.com
However, I think you may have a tough time trying to buy everything you need with outdoor cameras for only $300.
Good luck.
Q: wireless camera security system?
i have a security camera system it is wireless and i messed up the box for it.. i was wondering if it is possible to keep the 2 cameras i have and buy another box that the cameras would work with...is it even possible? if so let me know where to look...i am not even sure what the damn box is called but it would be great if i could buy one that would work for 4 wireless cameras.....please help!!
A: go to www.techcctv.com or give the a call. They can help
Q: How to choose security camera system?
A: The use of home security systems continue to maintain an elevated spiral with a lot of first time security camera owners join the ranks of the existing protective home owners. This is certainly good news but a major issue revolves around knowing the various kinds of security camera systems available in the market today. You must also be aware of the location where you exactly need to install the camera. With the increasing technology and the use of computers, it is easy to install a security camera at a low price.
I think the best for you is to read this entire article which is exactly about: Security Camera System - How to Choose
http://mydailysecurity.com/Security-Camera-System-How-to-Choose
Q: for a security camera system in my business office. Should I go with a computer based DVR or stand alone DVR?
What type of dome cameras are good? Any suggestions?
A: A computer based dvr, perferrably Microssoft Media Center Pc Edition plugged in to a VCR
Q: best wireless or wired inexpensive security camera system for home?
A: go to www.techcctv.com or give them a call they will be able to help
Q: Security Camera?
Security camera - looking for a affordable security camera system. Security camera hidden dome camera. Price range $100
A: Most affordable Security Camera can be found at
http://www.asecuritycamera.com
Q: which security camera system ?
hi,
i have just entered the mine field of security cameras!! please can anyone give me some advise, i kind of know what i want from it but i dont know what system it is...i would like more than 1 camera and a system that all cameras record at the same time..something that records 24/7? or motion detected..dont really want to veiw it on my tv...only want to look at the recording if i have a problem...dont want large visable monitor, box and leads...wired or wireless? (i dont know what the pro's and con's are) ...i would like to access it via my computer...i.e retrieve data (time and dated) and while on holiday...i have read about real time recording and split screen veiwing? ...please, please can anyone suggest a system to suit or a website that can help which wont confuse me any more!!!
thank you debbie x
A: We got our CCTV security system - SWANN from Maplins - it cost about £400 this includes a small computer screen (hardrive) that tapes 24 hours a day 7 days a week continuous. The price also includes one camera but you can buy further cameras (up to 4). It is excellent, we have cameras at the front, side and rear of our house. Colour cameras are best as the picture is much clearer You need to ensure that you also have a security light so pictures are clear at night too. It is easy and simple to install. Don't forget, you must put up CCTV warning signs if a camera is filming on a public area.