PolarisUSA - Video Security News, Guides & Tutorials 2016-10-26T17:01:45-05:00 PolarisUSA http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/atom Copyright 2012 PolarisUSA Video, Inc. Ingress Protection (IP) http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/31/ingress-protection-ip 2016-10-26T17:01:45-05:00 2016-10-26T17:01:45-05:00 The IP rating normally has two (or three) numbers Ray M. Analog: The Ever-Dependable Workhorse of Home and Business http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/30/analog-the-ever-dependable-workhorse-of-home-and-business 2015-02-11T09:29:24-05:00 2015-02-11T09:29:24-05:00 Analog Security Camera Systems. How do they work? What are their advantages? Lydia F. The Wonderful World of IP Cameras http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/29/the-wonderful-world-of-ip-cameras 2015-01-19T15:17:10-05:00 2015-01-19T15:17:10-05:00 How do IP Camera Surveillance systems work? Is a IP security camera system right for me? Lydia F. How to Install ActiveX on Internet Explorer http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/28/how-to-install-activex-on-internet-explorer 2014-12-10T13:20:21-05:00 2014-12-10T13:20:21-05:00 A step by step tutorial on how to install ActiveX on Internet Explorer. Lydia F. What is HD-CVI? And why is it right for me? http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/27/what-is-hd-cvi-and-why-is-it-right-for-me 2014-12-02T14:52:39-05:00 2014-12-02T14:52:39-05:00 HD-CVI is the newest thing in Security Systems. It is the perfect middle ground between Analog and IP Security Systems Lydia F. Sony Chipset Information and breakdown http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/26/sony-chipset-information-and-breakdown 2014-09-24T12:25:30-05:00 2014-09-24T12:25:30-05:00 Current Sony production CCD support chips and legacy ICs Frank W. Security Camera Applications-Are Cameras Just For Security? http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/25/security-camera-applications-are-cameras-just-for-security 2013-06-25T08:44:46-05:00 2013-06-25T08:44:46-05:00 PolarisUSA Explores The Various Applications Of Security Camera Use. From Internal Business Applications, To Market Research And Childcare. Powers M. Types of Wireless Cameras http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/24/types-of-wireless-cameras 2011-08-15T16:09:53-05:00 2011-08-15T16:09:53-05:00 A summary of the different types of wireless transmission used in security cameras. Mark M. The Importance of Cable Quality for CCTV http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/23/the-importance-of-cable-quality-for-cctv 2011-06-16T15:27:34-05:00 2011-06-16T15:27:34-05:00 In this article we will show what makes one cable better than another and the impact it will have on your system. Mark M. New Surveillance Forums http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/22/new-surveillance-forums 2011-06-09T16:20:45-05:00 2011-06-09T16:20:45-05:00 PolarisUSA announces their new Video Surveillance Forums. Mark M. Security Camera Shortage Due to Earthquake in Japan http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/19/security-camera-shortage-due-to-earthquake-in-japan 2011-05-05T15:41:11-05:00 2011-05-05T15:41:11-05:00 An update on the impact of the Japan earthquake on the CCTV industry. Mark M. Security Camera Resolution Comparison http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/18/security-camera-resolution-comparison 2011-04-08T12:48:40-05:00 2011-04-08T12:48:40-05:00 In this article, Craig illustrates the significant difference between megapixel and analog resolutions for CCTV cameras. Craig S. Networking a DVR http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/16/networking-a-dvr 2011-03-02T16:38:43-05:00 2011-03-02T16:38:43-05:00 The basics on networking a DVR Craig S. IP Cameras http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/15/ip-cameras 2011-03-02T16:38:30-05:00 2011-03-02T16:38:30-05:00 Why Wi-Fi? Craig S. DVR Hard Drive Optimization http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/17/dvr-hard-drive-optimization 2010-10-19T17:33:15-05:00 2010-10-19T17:33:15-05:00 How to get more record time on your DVRs hard drive Craig S. The Learning Center http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/14/the-learning-center 2010-08-27T09:35:27-05:00 2010-08-27T09:35:27-05:00 The Learning Center is now expanding with Video Tutorials! Craig S. Security Camera Clearance Sale http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/13/security-camera-clearance-sale 2010-02-12T12:03:38-05:00 2010-02-12T12:03:38-05:00 PolarisUSA is Having a Huge Inventory Clearance Sale on Security Cameras, DVRs and More! Mark M. Package Builder Press Release http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/12/package-builder-press-release 2010-01-22T12:39:51-05:00 2010-01-22T12:39:51-05:00 PolarisUSA Package Builder Press Release Featured on PRWeb Mark M. The PTAFZ-35ODH Camera http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/9/the-ptafz-35odh-camera 2009-04-20T09:02:02-05:00 2009-04-20T09:02:02-05:00 A look at PolarisUSA's newest Pan/Tilt/Zoom Camera. Tony M. The SYS4-C Complete System Package http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/10/the-sys4-c-complete-system-package 2009-03-16T16:43:13-05:00 2009-03-16T16:43:13-05:00 A detailed look into the components of our most affordable system package deal. Tony M. Pan/Tilt/Zoom Cameras & RS-485 http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/11/pan-tilt-zoom-cameras-and-rs-485 2009-03-04T12:07:17-05:00 2009-03-04T12:07:17-05:00 Explaining the setup, from protocols to baud rates, for PTZ cameras using RS-485 2-wire connection. Tony M. Types of Remote Access for DVRs http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/8/types-of-remote-access-for-dvrs 2009-01-21T11:51:14-05:00 2009-01-21T11:51:14-05:00 A brief synopsis on the two basic types of network access for DVRs and the pros and cons of each. Mark M. 12V DC vs. 24V AC Power http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/7/12v-dc-vs-24v-ac-power 2009-01-08T17:10:03-05:00 2009-01-08T17:10:03-05:00 A How-to Guide for Proper Selection of a Power Source for CCTV Cameras Tony M. Why Choose IP Network Cameras http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/6/why-choose-ip-network-cameras 2008-10-23T17:08:43-05:00 2008-10-23T17:08:43-05:00 A brief explanation of some of the key benefits of choosing IP-based surveillance over traditional analog CCTV. Tony M. Choosing The Right Security DVR http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/5/choosing-the-right-security-dvr 2008-10-15T17:26:53-05:00 2008-10-15T17:26:53-05:00 A How-To Guide for Proper Selection of a Security DVR for CCTV Applications. Tony M. Choosing the Correct Lens http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/4/choosing-the-correct-lens 2008-10-14T12:34:54-05:00 2008-10-14T12:34:54-05:00 A brief guide on various types of CCTV lenses and how to choose the best one for your application. Mark M. The NEO-4000E 4-Channel DVR http://www.polarisusa.com/articles/3/the-neo-4000e-4-channel-dvr 2008-09-26T13:50:01-05:00 2008-09-26T13:50:01-05:00 Product spotlight on the NEO-4000E, a compact 4-channel network DVR that is small on price but big on features. Mark M.