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How to install security camera system

You did all the research, saved up the money, then you purchased the best security camera system you could find for the money. Finally it arrives! This behemoth of a box, 75 lbs of...

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How to buy a security camera system

Deciding on the right security camera system can seem like a difficult task. For every different application there seems to be an endless selection of cameras. From vandal domes to bullets and box cameras...

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Where To Hide Your Security DVR

Often a customer will ask how they can protect their DVR. The fear is when a their breaks into your business, they will simply take the DVR with them and you will lose all...

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What is the difference between an internal and external IP address?

When you want to connect to your DVR remotely, you will need to use either the internal or the external IP address. This will be determined by whether you are accessing the DVR from...

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How much storage do I need for my DVR?

There are many factors when trying to determin how much storage you will need for your DVR. The first thing you need to decide is how long you will need to keep stored video...

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How To Optimize The Motion Detection Settings On Your DVR

One of the greatest features of the modern day DVR is the ability to only record motion events. Before the day of motion recording, VCR's would record video 24/7 which required you to fast...

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License Plate Capture Basics

As a security dealer, one of the most common requests you will receive from your customer is license plate capture. License plate capture is often confused with license plate recognition so I will first...

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