Dome Camera CCTV Guide

The best Dlink wireless cameras

2011-06-05T06:48:00.000-07:00

D-link is a leading brand for wired and wireless cameras. The quality and range of products make it one of the biggest manufacturers in the camera industry.

When you have to choose a Dlink wireless IP camera, you will be amazed by the choice that you will have. Often it becomes difficult to know what to pick and what to leave. Therefore, we have come up with a list of three best Dlink IP camera devices.

D-Link Systems DCS-932L mydlink-Enabled Wireless N Day/Night Home Network Camera

This camera weighs only 2.7 ounces. Even with this small size, the IP camera Dlink has amazing features. It has built-in IR LEDs that enable night vision. You can view the area where camera is placed even if it is dark. The range for night vision in complete dark surroundings is 5 meters.

This camera features excellent wireless connectivity with tight security measures. You can use WPS method to secure your camera with an easy single button setup.

You can easily view the camera’s output using your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch) and Android devices apart from WIFI enabled PCs and laptops.

D-Link DCS-930L mydlink-Enabled Wireless N Network Camera

The D-link DCS-930L is a powerful surveillance camera with MyDlink feature for viewing on the go.

The camera allows wireless connectivity for easy access without having to connect to all the wires. You will only have to follow a three simple step procedure to get the camera working.

The best feature of this powerful device is its sleekness and compact design that helps it to fit even in the smallest of the corners.

The camera comes as mydlink.com enabled. This means that you can control and manage your camera from anywhere without having to connect to the camera directly.

D-Link DCS-1130 mydlink enabled Wireless N Fixed IP Network Camera with Built-In Microphone

With D-Link DCS 1130, managing camera is easier than ever with mydlink.com. The easy installation, built in microphone and good video output in low light conditions make it a great device for security and surveillance.

With this powerful camera, you can record directly to your hard drive. You will not have to use any extra hardware or software to get this done.

The camera also features excellent motion detection technology making it a top choice for security reasons. You will also be able to set recording schedules and email alerts using your D-Link DCS 1130 camera.

The best ip camera sound

2011-06-03T06:35:00.000-07:00

When you are buying an IP camera, you should check for different features and essentials including video quality, microphone quality, software and efficiency of support. Most of the times, all the good cameras have all these features excluding high quality sound. Because most of the IP cameras are only needed for video, the manufacturers do not focus on higher sound quality.

If you need high quality IP camera sound, you should try to find one with high quality microphone. Essentially, the microphone should be omni-directional so that it can capture sound that comes from any side of the camera. If your camera has microphone that listens only from the side that it is pointed to, the real purpose of surveillance will go to waste.

An important thing to consider while buying an IP camera is built-in microphone. If your IP camera does not have that, you may have to buy an exclusive microphone that would work with your camera. This often requires research and extra money.

The camera microphone should be able to listen even to the faintest sounds. This will serve the purpose of surveillance really well.

In order to make your choice easier, we have found out two cameras that have high quality sound and built-in microphones.

MEX-AICAP650W SkyIPCam Pan & Tilt / Motion Wireless Camera

Mex-Aica is a renowned IP camera manufacturer. Most of the camera manufactured by Airlink feature a high quality built-in microphone. The MEX-AICAP650W SkyIPCam goes a step ahead and delivers an omni-directional microphone built into the camera. With the quality of microphone, you will never miss even a whisper.

D-Link DCS-1130 mydlink enabled Wireless N Fixed IP Network Camera with Built-In Microphone

D-Link DCS 1130 is another excellent choice when you need an IP camera with sound. It has a high quality built-in microphone that listens to everything.

What is an Ip camera

2011-06-01T06:29:00.000-07:00

An IP camera, or Internet Protocol Camera, is commonly used for surveillance. IP camera can send and receive signals over internet and computer network. It is different from CCTV cameras because of its superior connectivity over the internet and computer networks. The CCTV cameras can only operate in a closed circuit television network.

Kinds of IP cameras

IP cameras are either centralized or decentralized. A centralized IP camera requires a network video recorder for recording the output video. Even for alarm management, it requires network video recorder. Without this central recorder, the centralized IP camera would be useless.

The decentralized IP cameras work independently of central network video recorder. These cameras can record directly to the media due to built-in recording ability. These cameras can store video output to hard disk, network storage and flash drive.

Standard features of IP camera

Before you buy an IP camera for your surveillance needs, you should completely understand the features that are standard for any IP camera. Some of the major features of IP cameras are their ability to record videos in various formats such as CIF, PAL, SECAM and NTSC.

The IP cameras vary in features. Cameras with advanced features will cost more than the cameras with standard features. However, most people will only require standard features with added night vision. Cameras with these features are cheap and can be easily found everywhere.

When you search for ‘what is IP camera’, you will see hundreds of results featuring different top line products. You will have to go through details to know the features of each of these cameras. Just make sure that you only buy products that come from reliable companies. You should not compromise on security and surveillance.

Why buy an IP camera?

Once you have learnt what is a IP camera, you may want to buy one for your own needs. Even if you still think that you do not need an IP camera, you can look at some of the advantages below to easily finalize your decision.

You can use the two way audio to your advantage. In fact, it is one of the most appreciated features of an IP camera. You can communicate while you continue seeing the visual.
The image resolution of IP camera is higher than the other standard surveillance cameras. The minimum resolution is 640 x 480.
IP cameras often operate wirelessly allowing them flexibility of movement and placement. You will be able to access these cameras from anywhere within the range of wireless network. Thankfully, you can secure the access to camera by using authentication.
Some cameras even allow remote accessibility. You will not only be able to view video through any computer but you can also view video output of your camera through your smart phone.
These cameras also have power over Ethernet, which means you do not have to dedicate an additional power supply to them.
Most modern IP cameras have distributed intelligence built into them. This allows scalability for analytics solutions within the camera.

Video : Experts talk on Mobotix

2010-05-08T08:19:00.000-07:00

Interested in a Mobotix camera? Find out more about the company’s reputation from 10 industry experts in various parts of the world. Click on the link below to watch them share their experiences with Mobotix products.

Product Review : Pelco SD4-W0

2010-05-07T07:58:00.000-07:00

SD4-W0 by Pelco, the miniature version of the Spectra full dome security system, shares most of the features found in its bigger counterpart. Here is a review of most of its well-known features.

Appearance

Perhaps one of this product’s main selling points is its appearance. This indoor dome camera from one of the top security camera manufacturer is designed to perform its functions in a low profile manner. It is small in size 6.2 x 5.1" (157 x 130mm) and light in weight at just 1.8 lbs. It is sleek and simple and is available in 2 colors – white and black. For a more discreet monitoring, option for a smoked bubble casing is also available.

Pan Movement

A very useful feature in this PTZ camera system is its capability to continuously rotate at a 360 degree. It also has an automatic flip feature that allows it to rotate at 180 degrees. This enables viewing of a subject that passes directly under the dome camera. What this means is it can cover a wider area compared to other security cameras in the market.

Pan speed can also be adjusted depending on the monitoring needs. This feature is highly useful in stores wherein traffic or flow of people vary every day. Pan speed can also be adjusted in proportion to the zoom. For an image on zoom, it is just logical to use a fast pan speed when zoomed out to cover more area. Pan speed can be adjusted to as slow as .4 degree per second to as fast as 140 degree per second.

Camera and Lens Features

It employs an image sensor size of ¼-inch interline CCD which is more than sufficient in providing quality digital output images. Its horizontal resolution-- 470 TV lines (NTSC) and 460 TV lines (PAL )--and effective pixels -- 768x494 (NTSC) and 752x582 (PAL)-- can be considered average compared to high resolution cameras.

The camera has no night vision features and requires a minimum illumination 3.0 lux. This means that it needs a very, very bright full moon multiplied 3x to be able to capture images. This is a fairly good deal since a family living room has 50 lux.

Total lens zoom function is average at 80 (10x optical zoom and 8x digital zoom). Lens has automatic with manual override focus and iris control.

Verdict

Overall, this surveillance dome camera is functional with a few extras. For its price range, it is a good deal and is definitely worth a shot.

Video : D-Link Starter Kit review

2010-05-06T08:20:00.000-07:00

If you’re thinking of installing camera surveillance in your house, then this D-Link Internet Surveillance Camera Starter Kit review is worth checking. The video discusses features and shows the actual unit. Find out more about this starting kit by following this link.

Video : Bosch Autodome

2010-05-05T08:18:00.000-07:00

With advancements in technology happening as fast as a blink of an eye, it is easy for products to become obsolete. Find out about Future-proof CCTV cameras, Bosch’s solution to the ever changing technology. Follow the link in this video to watch Bosch Autodome introduction video.

Fake Dome Camera Stories

2010-05-04T15:06:00.000-07:00

Fake security camera is not only useful in deterring the bad guys from invading your personal space or vandalizing your property but it is also great tool to use when pulling fun pranks to friends and strangers. Here are some funny fake security camera stories to spark your creative side if ever you do want to play a fun fake camera prank.

Intruder Alert! Intruder Alert!

Two British females in their late teens decided to play a prank on two of their girl friends. They sent out an invitation for a get together. The invited friends were informed that they’d probably be the first people in the house since they will be out buying supplies for the party. They were advised to just go ahead and use the key under the mat to let themselves in. The invited friends are unaware of the surprise that awaits them. The house was dark when they arrived and a fake dome camera was set up in the entrance door. As soon as they walked in and opened the lights, the fake surveillance dome camera detected the motion and was instantly activated. Voice warning messages of “Intruder Alert! Intruder Alert! The authorities are being notified!” came on in an ominous tone. The invited girls were absolutely terrified and the expressions were priceless. As they headed for the door with the intent of leaving the house, the two masterminds revealed themselves. All four girls had a good laugh after.

Invasion of Privacy

A small town business in Dahlonega, GA has an owner with a great working relationship with his employees. In fact, they are practically a family. One April Fool’s day, the owner decided to play a prank on his employees. He purchased a cheap fake dome camera and installed it in the comfort room on top of the mirror by the washing area. It was one of those fake PTZ dome camera with built-in motion detection. Without any knowledge of the prank, an employee entered the comfort room and did his business. As he comes close to the sink, the camera detected presence of the subject. It flashed its red blinking lights and delivered a voice warning message of “Make no sudden movements!” The employee was flabbergasted and rushed to the door. The fake dome camera looks so real, it didn’t cross his mind that it was a fake. After a greeting of “Happy April Fools” from the owner, it dawned on the employee that it is a prank and they both had a good laugh about it.

Video Review : Mobotix Q24

2010-05-02T08:17:00.000-07:00

Prefers watching a review instead of reading it? This video contains helpful product review of Mobotix Q24. The speaker discusses product overview and special features. There are also comparative reviews between the Q24 and other cameras including its predecessor, Q22. For more information on this product review, click on the link below.

X10 Automation and ZigBee Networks

2010-05-01T06:37:00.000-07:00

The history of home automation is quite interesting. A number of years ago, the only remote control that most people owned was the remote control to their television. Remotes have since come a long way. Now we can control lights, garage doors, and CD players. Instead of standing up and walking over to the television to change the channel, we rely on a remote so that we can stay seated and relaxed. Instead of getting out of the car and lifting the garage door, we press a button and it opens. The problem with all these remotes is simply that; all these remotes! There are simply too many individual remotes. This is precisely the problem ZigBee Networks was created to solve. ZigBee is a wireless home-area network that is cost-effective and based on standards. It supports low data rates and it consumes very little power. The network is very reliable and secure.

Zigbee wireless operates in two modes: Beacon mode and non-beacon mode. In beacon mode, all devices are coordinated with each other and they know exactly when to communicate with one another. When the network is in this mode, the network coordinator will, “wake up” and send out a beacon. The beacon wakes up each device, which in turn will determine if it has any commands to receive and execute. If the device has a command, it will execute the command, and return to sleep. If it does not have a command, the device will immediately go back to sleep. When all is said and done, the network coordinator will return to sleep. In non-beacon mode however, all of the devices are able to communicate with the network coordinator at any time. This can sometimes lead to devices confusing signals, or interrupting other signals. Also, the network coordinator must be awake at all times in order to communicate with all of the devices, which leads to more energy usage. Either way, Zigbee’s low energy consumption stems from the ability of the network to remain inactive over considerable periods of time.

The closest competitor to ZigBee is Bluetooth. Much research has been done trying to determine if the two technologies go well together, or if they are competing automation systems. Giving the two technologies a quick glance however, it seems that they are quite complimentary of each other. ZigBee is focused on remotely controlling devices, and automating simple processes. Bluetooth is designed to with connectivity between large-packet devices such as cell-phones. ZigBee does not use much power; therefore users generally just throw in a few batteries and forget about it. Bluetooth on the other hand, relies on battery recharges, and a lot of them. When responding to devices, ZigBee is very quick to respond. Bluetooth is exactly the opposite. Bluetooth takes a fair amount of time to respond. This means that the two technologies complement each other quite nicely, and they can be used together with relative ease.

In summary, ZigBee is used to automate many, small tasks using as little energy as possible. Despite these facts, ZigBee is very reliable, and is a highly recommended security network.

People seen in thermal infrared imaging

2010-04-30T08:16:00.000-07:00

Art in action, this great collection of thermal infrared imaging photography is a must see. With engaging background music, photographs of people taken using thermography thermal imaging are displayed in a slide show. Check out photos of people drinking, people with animals, pregnant woman and many more by following this link.

InGaAs-SWIR military camera

2010-04-29T21:55:00.000-07:00

The new, small and ultra compact mil-hardened, InGaAs-SWIR camera will make its first appearance in the DSS (Defense, Security and Sensing) show. The camera has impressive features that are sure to make an impact in various military applications. To find out more about the details of this new camera, click on the link below.

http://spie.org/x39937.xml?highlight=x2410&ArticleID=x39937

Top 5 IP Cameras Outdoor

2010-04-28T06:32:00.000-07:00

So you’re in the market for a IP cameras for outdoor. With all the choices available, it is easy to be overwhelmed. To make decision-making easy for you, here is the list of the top 5 outdoor camera surveillance. Note that these are chosen not just because they’re the cheapest or most expensive but more so because they have the best value for their price.

Vivotek IP7361 IP Camera

A camera with features specifically built for the outdoor is the Vivotek IP7361 IP Camera. It has expertly concealed wirings to prevent tampering and vandalism. This makes it a good choice for securing public areas such as parking lots and gas stations.

With an IP67 rating for housing, the IP7361 is more weatherproof than most weatherproof cameras in the market. The camera’s housing is dust tight which means it can completely protect the camera from dust. It is also able to protect itself from water up to an immersion of 1 m.

Another great feature of the IP7361 that makes it a great camera for outdoors is its auto-iris capability. This protects the lens from damage that can be caused by direct sunlight. It is equipped with removable IR-cut filters for day and night functions and illuminators effective up to 25 meters. This enables it to adapt with no difficulty to various light changes.

The IP7361 is also able to operate efficiently in extreme weather conditions at temperatures ranging from -20 C to 50 C or -4 F to 122 F and maximum humidity of 90%.

Vivotek IP7361 - Network camera - color ( Day&Night ) - auto iris - audio - 10/100 - DC 12 V / AC 24 V

Spectra IV IP

A surveillance dome camera for the outdoors that seems to have it all is the Spectra IV IP. It is a high resolution camera with excellent night time features, weatherproof, bidirectional audio and the list goes on.
Perhaps one of its amazing features is its ability to capture color images even at just 0.015 lux or similar to the brightness of a quarter moon and black and white images at 0.00018 lux. It has automatic iris control with manual override that protects its lens from damage caused by direct sunlight.

For more weatherproof capabilities, a stainless steel environmental pendant back box includes sunshield for better protection from the sun, fan and heater for temperature regulation. An environmental pendant (assuming there’s no wind chill factor) can handle an absolute maximum of 60 C or 140 F and an absolute minimum of -51 C or -60F.

It is rated IP66 provided installation is done correctly. This makes it impervious to dust and powerful water jets.

Pelco Spectra IV IP Series SD4N35-PG-0 - Network camera - PTZ - color ( Day&Night ) - auto iris - optical zoom: 35 x - 540 TVL - audio - 10/100 - AC 18 - 32 V / DC 22 - 27 V

Mobotix M24M-Sec-Night

The cameras in this product line share standard features that makes it one of the best IP cameras outdoor. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, the M24M is weatherproof with an IP rating of IP-66. It is dust tight and any powerful jets aimed at the enclosure from any direction will have no harmful effect to this camera.

Perhaps what is amazing in this camera line is its operational temperature that is far more superior to other IP cameras outdoor. It is able to remain operational even on temperatures as low as -30 C to as high as 60 C or 140 F.

Its minimum light intensity requirement to clearly capture images is at .005 lux. This means that it can still capture subjects even on a moonless sky with just an airglow.

MOBOTIX Q24M-Sec - Network camera - dome - outdoor - weatherproof - color - audio - 10/100 - USB - PoE

IQeye Sentinel – IQ853

The IQ853 is a high resolution day/night IP camera. It is so versatile that it can be used both indoors and outdoors.

One of the features that put this camera on the top 5 list of IP cameras outdoor is its IP code rating of IP66. What this means is that it is enclosed in a protective covering that protects against ingress of dust and can withstand powerful waterjets.

Another outstanding feature of IQ853 that makes is a cut above the other IP cameras outdoor is its impressive operating temperature. It can operate at a temperature as cold as -22 F (-30 C) to as hot as 122 F (50 C).

What also makes this camera a true blue home outdoor camera is, aside from being weatherproof, it is also tamper and vandal-resistant.

Another notable feature that makes this camera worth considering when looking for IP outdoor camera is its minimum light requirement to produce a colored image. It only takes a luminance of 0.30 lux (a full moon on a clear night) and a quality colored image can be produced. When in an IR sensitive mode, less than 0.05 lux will shift the imaging to black and white.

Ganz DDK-1500D

A great surveillance dome camera for the outdoor, IPX-DDK-1500D is IP66 rated and is vandal proof. Its housing is capable of completely protecting the camera from dust and powerful water jets.

It has varifocal auto iris lens, mechanical IR cut filter and day/night function makes it perfect not just for indoor surveillance but outdoor surveillance as well. It has built-in IR illumination to up to 60 feet. Within the range of the IR illuminator, the camera can capture images even at 0 lux – absolute darkness. It can come up with colored images for as low as .5 lux or almost 2x the light of a full moon.
Operating temperature is as low as -20 C or -4 F to as high as -50 C or -122 F.

Ganz DDK-1500D 0.33-Inch Vandal Resistant IP Dome Camera

Product Review: Sony SNC-RZ50N

2010-04-26T02:42:00.000-07:00

Sony SNC-RZ50N is packed with useful features that make it a great value for the price. Some of its features include PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) Capability, High Quality Images, Selectable Compression Formats, High Frame Rate, Dual Encoding Capability, Image Stabilizer, Day/Night, Alarm and Anti-Tampering Functions, Wireless and Audio Capability and User Friendly GUI, among others. Here is a more detailed review of the product’s features.

PTZ Capability

The Sony SNC-RZ50N’s pan range and tilt range is impressive at 340 degrees and 115 degrees respectively. It allows a wider area to monitor which is perfect for businesses. It also has good total zooming capability of 312x (26x optical and 12x digital) that allows user to zoom in and out without affecting the quality of image.

High Quality Images

Sony SNC-RZ50N can capture high-contrast images at crisp color even at a low light condition. When in the night mode, it is still able to operate even on conditions when visible light is absent to the naked eye. It has ¼-type CCD image sensor size which is more than sufficient to satisfy any users who access the monitoring applications remotely.

SNC-RZ50N’s ability to clearly capture moving objects may not be as impressive as other products in this price range but it sure is more than most surveillance cameras. It supports a maximum frame rate of 30 fps at an image size of VGA (640x480). The captured image has minimal blurring but is still clear enough even in a minimally lighted area.

Compression Formats

SNC-RZ50N supports JPEG, MPEG-4 and H.264. However, one of the things that this security camera falls short off is the inability for H.264 compressed video to be viewed through a browser.

Alarm Functions

This dome camera is superior to most CCTV when it comes to motion detection. Instead of comparing the current image to the previous image, it compares the current image to the last 15 frames. It also has object detection which can be useful in detecting suspicious objects left in a public place. The main drawback for this product is that both features cannot be used simultaneously.

Network Features

Maximum of 20 users can simultaneously access the SNC-RZ50N. This is a good amount for a camera in this price range. This can be especially useful in monitoring an outdoor area such as a busy street.

Audio Capability

One of SNC-RZ50N main selling points is its bi-directional audio. This means it is capable to get live audio feed from the area being monitored while being able to send a voice alert or announcement.

Click here to find more info about the Sony RZ50N cctv camera

New Axis Camera

2010-04-25T21:53:00.000-07:00

Axis Communication’s new breed of security and surveillance cameras is impressive in its 5-megapixel and HDTV performance features. Find out more about Axis Communication’s latest offerings to the camera world by checking out this article.

http://www.fiercecio.com/techwatch/story/axis-communications-introduces-new-surveillance-cameras/2010-03-30

Video Tutorial : AXIS cctv camera

2010-04-24T08:14:00.000-07:00

If you don’t have the money to pay someone to install your new Axis outdoor PTZ dome, then you might as well do-it-yourself. The video shows the sensible and proper way of mounting the AXIS Q6032-E PTZ dome network camera through close up shots and text. View the video below.

What Is Security Cameras Night Vision?

2010-04-23T02:33:00.000-07:00

Security cameras night vision allows clear capture of images in spite of a complete absence of light. This feature is beneficial in protecting homes and offices at night time or in securing a dark area.

How Night Vision Works

There are two ways security cameras are able to see at night or in the dark—thermal imaging and image enhancement. Thermal imaging amplifies thermal-infrared emissions—caused by atom’s reaction to light-- and converts the dimension of the invisible wavelength into an image. Thermal imaging is perfect for capturing images in areas with close to absolute darkness. This type of night vision is not as commonly used as the image enhancing one. Image enhancement is the most practical and popular type of night vision. Security cameras that employ this type of night vision have lenses that detect light on a frequency higher than thermal-infrared. Through a conversion process, the photons are converted to a visible image.

Infrared Illumination and Infrared LED

An infrared outdoor camera picks up a clear image in a dark area by flooding the area with reflective IR light. IR lights are invisible and can only be seen by a special apparatus. An infrared LED or low emitting diode is the light source; the higher the intensity of LED, the farther the IR range.

Things to look for in Security Cameras Night Vision

One way of determining the quality of the night vision in a security camera is through its lux rating--the minimum amount of light needed for the camera to pick up an image. The camera with a great night vision has a lux rating close to zero. For example, a surveillance dome camera with a lux rating of .001 is has better night vision than a camera with a lux rating of .01.

Another feature to look for is the IR range. An IR range is the maximum distance a camera with night vision can clearly capture an object in the dark. Security cameras night vision range is usually dependent on the amount of IR light it can sense and is also affected by weather conditions. An infrared outdoor camera with an IR range of 100 feet is better than a camera with an IR range of just 50 feet.

Whether you need a night vision feature in your camera or not solely rely on why you’re installing a security camera. An understanding of night vision and its importance in security cameras will help you consider this feature when making a camera purchase.

Connect CCTV Camera to DVR with BNC PNP CCTV Cable

2010-04-21T08:09:00.000-07:00

Are you a beginner who wants to know how to connect a security camera to a stand-alone DVR using BNC Plug and Play CCTV Cables? If you are, then, this video is perfect for you. Not only will this video explain to you in great detail how the process is done but it will also clearly state the materials you’ll need. Check out this instructional video by viewing the link below.

Top 5 Features of Fake Dome Camera

2010-04-20T02:27:00.000-07:00

Fake Dome Camera is one of the fake security cameras available in the market today. For people on a tight budget, this type of camera is a perfect alternative to an actual security system. When shopping for a fake dome camera, here are the top 5 features to look for.

1. Blinking Red Light

Red light is an important feature in making a fake dome camera look real. There are 2 ways a red light can accomplish this. In some models of fake cameras, a constantly red blinking light is a standard. When in action, it gives a credible appearance that it is monitoring and recording. Some models are equipped with motion detector. Instead of a constantly blinking red light in the camera, the light is turned off and is only activated upon motion detection. Some dummy surveillance dome cameras also pan and tilt as response to motion. To an untrained eye, this gives an impression of a sophisticated security camera.

2. Infrared LED Imitation

Another top feature of a high quality fake dome camera is a built in photocell. It automatically activates the LED light to imitate the IR function at night time. The pretend infrared capabilities give an impression of a high-tech surveillance system that will sure to deter any unwanted intruders.

3. Well-Made Material

A dummy camera’s effectiveness relies on its ability to look authentic. One of the top features that add up to its authenticity is the material it is made off. A cable that connects the rear of the camera to a metal mounting bracket fastened with stainless steel screw makes a fake dome camera look more realistic. This gives the impression that it is actually a working camera.

4. Real Camera Housing

The most believable fake security camera has real camera housing. Feature such as an opaque high-gloss design or smoked dome lens expertly conceals what is inside the empty dome. Camera housing that is made up of plastic looks cheap and fake.

5. Voice Warning Messages

One of the most sought after feature of a fake dome camera is its ability to broadcast voice warning messages when motion is detected. Voice warning messages ranges from “Security Alert!” to “The authorities are being notified!” This is an effective way of intimidating people--who has intention to harm your family or property—without breaking your bank account.

IP camera market on the rise

2010-04-19T21:54:00.000-07:00

According to a recent market research conducted by IMS research, the market for enterprise and IP storage video surveillance is not affected by recession. Quite the contrary, it is expected to see rapid growth. Visit this link for more information on the result of the research.

http://www.mmdnewswire.com/press-release-distribution-7738.html

Connecting CCTV to coax cable

2010-04-18T08:08:00.000-07:00

Ever had problems connecting CCTV surveillance camera to coax cable? Worry no more because with this video step by step instructions and materials to use will be provided. This makes it an easy do-it-yourself project. Simply click on the link to view the instructional videos.

The best on the Market: Bosch IP Camera System

2010-04-17T07:54:00.000-07:00

Bosch has always been known as one of the leaders in revolutionary technologies in any form of product lines they use. Keeping in tradition of such technologies, IP camera systems are relatively high-tech and not as widely available on today’s market largely due to cost. Keeping in line with high quality and durability, Bosch has begun to create a more affordable IP camera system that is designed for the smaller business owners including: retail shops, restaurants, and convenience stores. Highly durable and advanced, one must understand what an IP camera system is, why it is more beneficial than normal camera systems, and why Bosch is the best manufacturer of such cameras.

What is an IP Camera System?

Much like CCTV cameras and traditional surveillance cameras, the IP camera system is designed for large or small scale indoor and outdoor surveillance. Shaped in numerous designs and layouts, IP camera systems are generally much more prevalent in today’s market for outdoor surveillance as they lack the annoying wiring and tricky installation. IP camera systems are run through a software program installed on any computer. Through this software, you are able to control any feature or aspect of your indoor and outdoor surveillance system with the click of a mouse. Full training demos are available to assist in any question or concern you may have.

Why is an IP camera system more beneficial than others?

Simply put, the IP camera system lacks the messy wires and dreadfully large systems that serve as a control panel for each camera. Should an issue arise with any particular camera, adjustments and repairs must be made on each camera. An IP system rids you of the wiring mess and tricky adjustment to cameras. Clicking your mouse on your computer creates an ease of use in providing the ability to not hassle with potentially dangerous and harmful adjustments to any particular camera needing attention.

Why is a Bosch IP camera system the best?

The Bosh IP camera system is very good; in fact, the Bosch IP camera system is the best on the market. Ease of use and super advanced technologies are incredibly durable and provide maximum amount of 24 hour surveillance. The Bosch IP camera system provides surveillance in any wet or dry condition and provides unique outdoor and indoor dome cameras for discretion and advanced visual effects. The software used for the Bosch IP camera system is the easiest and most advanced to use on the market today providing for options of screen shot enhancements, black and white enforcements, and even a Photo-Shop upload to modify and negative or hazy visual conditions. When in waterproof mode, while using any outdoor dome camera, the Bosch IP system delivers surveillance that is free from any large and distorting watermarks that are associated with wet lenses and covers. Small in size, the Bosch IP camera system assists in maintaining the highly coveted and crucial space associated with running a large system.

New Samsung CCTV Cameras

2010-04-16T21:50:00.000-07:00

Samsung’s new line of analog cameras is finally unveiled. At jaw-dropping 600 TV lines of resolution, the W5 series are definitely ahead of the game when it comes to using diverse image enhancement technologies. To learn more about the cameras in Samsung’s W5 series, visit this link.

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Alien Attack !

2010-04-15T08:07:00.000-07:00

Alien attack! –or not. In Bournemouth, first town in UK to be CCTV watched, police responded immediately to the scene after an image of an 8 foot alien was captured on camera. Find out more about this incident by following the link below.

Dome Network Cameras : How-To

2010-04-14T11:05:00.000-07:00

Dome network cameras are becoming more and more popular. They are perhaps most useful in commercial settings, such as an office, building or store; however, they are also used to protect large homes, large boats, and other large mobile or personal settings. Unfortunately, these cameras can be difficult to set up and use. This leads to many people experiencing difficulty when putting together and operating these cameras. However, the difficulty of setting these cameras up is the great deal of protection they provide.

First determine if your camera is wired or wireless, as the setup for each is different. With a wired camera, you have to run cables from your computer to where the camera is to be installed. However, with a wireless camera, installation is much simpler. All you need to do is connect the wireless adapter to your computer. This in turn will promote communication between your computer and the camera. Wireless cameras are generally much more advisable. In the old days, wireless cameras weren’t as reliable, which in turn led to them not being as popular. Nowadays however, wireless cameras are almost every bit as reliable.

Obviously you are going to want to read the installation manual that comes with the book, however, this should give you an idea about what is required to set up one of these cameras. First figure out how many cameras your network will be able to support. Your network should be able to handle anywhere from 56mbps to 10gbps, depending on how many cameras you want. To give you an idea, 10gbps will be able to host about 1000 cameras.

When you are going to mount the camera, you need to be able to connect the camera to an electrical outlet. Now, connect the camera to your computer and run the installation software. When this is complete, disconnect the camera and place it within the range of your wireless router and electrical outlet. When installing a dome network camera the only things you will need are a drill, the camera’s mount, and the actual camera. First, pick a good location. Keep in mind what you want the camera to do. Try to minimize blind spots, or cover densely populated areas. Now to begin the actual placement of the cameras, take the drill and drill the holes that are required by the camera mount. Insert the mount into the holes you drilled and secure it. Next, place the camera in the dome and connect any wiring. If there is no wiring, skip that step. Make any necessary adjustments to the angle the camera is resting at. When all this is complete, it is time to connect your camera so you can see what the camera sees. Now you can begin trying out all the different features such as motion triggers, among others.

Now that you have successfully mounted, installed, and connected your cable to the internet, you are well on your way to a more secure office, home, or any other area.