07
Nov
There are two types of security cameras systems, Analog and IP (sometimes refered to as network cameras). Here is a very basic explanation of how they work and what the major difference is between...
31
Oct
CCTV stands for Closed Circuit Television. This term refers to cameras that run their signal in a closed network usually wired or wirelessly to be monitored live via monitor or recorded using a digital...
31
Oct
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...
30
Oct
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...
21
Oct
Nanny cams usually refer to covert cameras. The basic principle is to have hidden cameras that can record events that occur while a nanny or caregiver is caring for someone. Hidden cameras are available...
14
Oct
There are many benefits to having security cameras installed in your business. The cost of adding security cameras for your business can vary, but usually a general rule of thumb would be $500 to...
10
Oct
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...
04
Oct
Security DVR's come in many shapes and sizes. It is sometimes difficult to weed through all the different product specifications to find the unit that will meet your needs. The bottom line is, why...
25
Sep
So an event occurred and now you need to download the recorded video from your security DVR to give to the authorities. What are your options for how to download the video? Depending on...
20
Sep
So, you have decided that you are going to install your own security camera system. Among the many choices you will have to make is the type of cable you will use to connect...
19
Sep
Selecting the right DVR can be quite complex. Even many in the security industry really don't understand the technology involved. There are many factors to consider. Often, two DVRs seem to be similar, when...
19
Sep
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...
15
Sep
Some of the newer DVRs on the market offer a feature called either a substream or a dual stream. A sub stream is used for viewing your DVR over the LAN or WAN when...
03
Sep
A PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera refers to the ability of a camera to move up and down (tilt), left and right (pan), and to magnify (zoom). Typically, the pan-tilt function is accomplished with a built...