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Occupancy sensors
Occupancy sensors – why should you use any of these? There are a number of reasons why you would want to integrate occupancy sensors with your CCTV system. In some cases you could use them to trigger a remote recording device such as your DVR, which would save on...
Infrared Illuminators
Best IR Illuminators All CCTV cameras require a good deal of light in order to function properly. Some cameras have built in infrared (IR) illuminators or are sold as day/night cameras with night vision on board, but for the majority of installations, the camera...
Independent CCTV systems
What considerations to take when designing an independent CCTV systems? There are a number of reasons why you might want to design an independent CCTV system. Some locations are too remote or complicated to run a power supply to, or you may want a temporary system...
What is a PTZ camera?
What is a PTZ camera and why should you know about it? Pan, tilt and zoom cameras are useful for a variety of purposes in security. Often referred to as PTZ cameras, these units are mechanically controlled to enable to user to gain a range of views and perspectives...
Which is better – an SSD or an HDD?
Which one to choose – an SSD or an HDD? When designing surveillance or monitoring systems, a reliable and functional storage device for the operating system is a must. Capacity is a major issue, but so too is writing speed as there is no point in paying for a massive...
How Long can you Go With an HDMI Cable?
How long can you go with an HDMI cable before suffering loss of image quality? Most purchasers of HDMI cable are using the technology just for transferring a signal from a digibox or games machine to a nearby TV screen, and for these individuals there are few...
When to Use Fibre Optic?
When to Use Fibre Optic Cabling Using fibre optic cabling in a CCTV network is a contentious issue, and due to the perceived extra cost of fibre optic infrastructure, designers and specifiers need to have a robust argument for choosing this material. However, when you...
CCTV System Design
Using software for CCTV system design When designing a CCTV system design, one of the most important things to figure out is where and how to place your video cameras. Cameras using different sensor sizes and variable lens focus lengths will have different viewing...
How to run an IP CCTV camera over a longer distance
Tips for designing a CCTV system with IP cameras spaced far apart. With many CCTV systems now working over IP or Ethernet connections rather than analogue connections, it can be a challenge to know how to solve the problem of placing cameras great distances apart...
CCTV Monitoring Through Cable TV
Monitoring CCTV Footage via a Cable TV Channel? Setting up a security system at home can be the first step in creating peace of mind for you and your family. However, if you plan to actively monitor your CCTV then having a CCTV monitor in a cupboard somewhere may be...