Posts Tagged ‘security’

Low Light Outdoor Surveillance Camera Why Do You Need One

Surveillance Systems | Posted by hiddencamerablogger
Oct 23 2009

Here are three factors that make it imperative to have a low light outdoor surveillance camera:

Low Light Outdoor Bullet CameraSurveillance Camera Feature
Any self-respecting security system must include a surveillance camera. Sure, the alarms at entry or exit points will wake everyone up when it’s triggered, but will it also automatically net with 100% aim to catch the intruder? Unless you have Bruce Wayne’s fortune or you work with James Bond, that’s not going to happen.

The best you can do is use a surveillance camera. With this security device, you’ll be able to take an image of the offender and submit it to the authorities to learn about his identity.

Guarding the Outdoors
Prevention, they say, is the best cure and this rule is also applicable with security systems. In most cases, a person’s valuables will be stored inside your home or office. Rarely will you find someone actually going to all the trouble of burying his stock certificates and rare paintings in the backyard. That’s not only physically taxing, that could also destroy the very things you want to protect.

To protect these assets, you install security cameras wherever they’re hidden. But why be satisfied with that? Why not go all the way and install security cameras outside your home as well? Why not configure your security system to prevent break-ins in the first place?

Having a security camera outdoors, you have another chance to take a photo of your would-be burglar or vandal. And if other security system components are in place, motion-sensing alarms and floodlights may be even successful at scaring them away before they can cause you any trouble.

Seeing when there’s not enough light
Regular surveillance cameras are only capable of capturing images or videos during the day and when there is sufficient light. That’s going to offer you only half-day protection at most. If, however, you want 24/7 security then you’ll need to invest in an outdoor surveillance camera that can also work after dark.

Cameras of this type generally use infrared lighting to be able to take sharp, black and white photos even at zero light levels. Some even offer automatic transition to capturing photos in full color once light levels return to normal.

Getting the Most Out of Low Level Outdoor Surveillance Cameras
Your security camera will be of greater use in protecting your loved ones at home or the people in your office when you install them at a strategic location. Consider using dummy cameras as well for decoy.

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Home Surveillance Camera – Buying Tips

Business, Home Surveillance, Surveillance Systems | Posted by hiddencamerablogger
Oct 17 2009

With the range of brands, models and features now available with home surveillance cameras, picking the right product can sometimes lead to confusion.  If you still can’t choose which to purchase, there are certain things to consider when you are buying a home surveillance camera.  Check the following:

home surveillance cameraWired or Wireless?
Usually, there are two kinds of home surveillance cameras: the wired type and the wireless type.  The wired type, of course, relies on wires or cables for connection to other components of the security system and accessories such as the transmitter or sensor, a recorder and a power outlet.

A wired type suits most homes and offices, although it does present certain design challenges, since wires have to be integrated into the building’s structure for convenience, safety and aesthetics.  It also tends to be more permanent.

The wireless type, on the other hand, is preferred by some because it is relatively easier to install and allows for convenience in terms of positioning and function.

Before buying a home surveillance camera, consider the pros and cons of each type available and then decide on the unit that will meet your needs and preferences.

Usage
When considering a camera for surveillance purposes, consider its location and main purpose.  Will it be placed indoors or outdoors?  If it’s going to be used to monitor activities indoors, is there sufficient lighting to ensure good visuals?  If not, is the camera capable of working in low light conditions?  If it will be placed outdoors, is it designed to withstand the general weather conditions?

The main purpose of the surveillance camera will also determine its location.  This will help you plan wisely and avoid buying what you do not need, particularly if you’ll need several units to cover multiple areas.

Features and Options
The most basic home surveillance cameras usually work in moderate lighting and are often equipped with an auto-focus lens.  Although these will usually suffice for general use, there are certain features that may affect your purchasing decision.  Some cameras, for example, make use of zoom lenses and may be controlled remotely.  There are also hidden cams that may be set to pan from left to right so a wider area is covered.  If monitoring a certain location at night is a requirement, there are also cameras that use night vision lenses that allow the user to view images in low light conditions.

Upgrades and Warranties
Before buying a home surveillance camera, always ask for any available warranties. This will cover for any unnecessary expenses in case of damage to the system.  If you intend to expand the system in the future, the availability of upgrades can also be advantageous.

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Hidden Cameras for a Holiday Gift Show How Much You Care

Hidden Camera | Posted by hiddencamerablogger
Oct 16 2009

Wall Clock NeonTime is gold – as cliche’ as it may sound, it’s something that money can’t really buy. There’s no way to turn it back or speed it up. Life is relative to time and it’s yet another thing you can not place a price tag on. The best gift you can give to anyone is something that can prolong his life or the time he spends in this world. Consider, for instance, hidden cameras. They’re simple, easy to use, and they can go a long way in protecting your loved one from all sorts of harm. With it, you ensure that your friend or family member one can look forward to another day.

Selecting the Right Hidden Camera
Here are a number of factors you should remember when shopping for hidden cameras.

Feature to Consider: Image Quality and Resolution
It’s important to know what kind of images your hidden camera is capable of taking and up to what range. Knowing such details would enable the user to use the camera more effectively. He’ll know how much distance he can afford to place between him and the target without skimping on image quality.

Also, be sure that you choose one that is capable of recording videos as well. Lastly, images and videos must be captured in color for better accuracy.

Video Recording Feature
Select hidden cameras that allow time setting for recording videos. This way, you can rest assured that the area or person under surveillance is consistently being recorded at the most pertinent time of the day.

Know what video formats the recordings are saved and if there are compression formats also offered. Instant playback options must be included for your convenience.

Memory Options
Hidden cameras always have built-in memory and the larger, the better. Besides that, you should also look for external memory slots to allow you to record longer videos whenever necessary. Please do check memory card compatibility while you’re at it.

Setup Options
Is the hidden cam wired or wireless? The latter is better because it will add to the covert design of the hidden camera. With a wireless setup, you can place your hidden camera just about anywhere.

Also, look for hidden cameras that you can connect with your network or incorporate with your home or business security system. If it is part of your network, you can access it remotely through the Internet or LAN.

Security, of Course!
Finally, look for hidden cameras that offer highly secured use through password protection and other security technologies. The videos they record can be quite sensitive and it’s best that they don’t fall in the wrong hands.

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Bug Detectors – How Do They Work

Bug Detectors | Posted by hiddencamerablogger
Oct 13 2009

Living in the Information Age requires us to protect that most valuable asset of all – information – but that’s easier said than done. Information isn’t something you can always hold in your hands and thus it can’t always be protected or stolen by concrete means either. Bug devices are one of the greatest threats to information security; if planted covertly, it can be privy to and record all sorts of data. Thankfully, you can effectively counter them with an equally innovative invention called the bug detector.

bug detectorDo You Know How a Bug Works?
Know thy enemy. Keep your friends close, your enemies closer. These are but few of the quotations that advise one to use knowledge to defeat his opponent. In this case, it’s important to understand how bugs work before tackling the technology that enables these safety gadgets to operate.

Bugs – whether they’re designed to capture audio or video data or both – use a lower range of RF or radio frequency (approx. 1 to 3 MHz) to transmit data. Such frequency is similar to what’s utilized for operating garage door openers. Bugs are physically tiny devices, small enough to be hidden just about anywhere. Thus, a physical and manual sweep can’t always uncover their secret locations. To record a phone conversation, for instance, a bug doesn’t have to be literally planted inside a phone. It only has to be near enough to pick up and transmit data.

Simple bugs can be discovered by simple bug detectors. These detectors use the RF that the bugs emit to determine their presence. A bug detector can start beeping or flashing its LED lights when it detects the presence of a bug. To use it, you only have to explore the room with the bug. Make sure to check every nook and cranny. To avoid erroneous results, be sure to turn off any device that may emit the same signal.

Detecting a High-Tech Bug
When technology used by bugs is advanced then your bug detector must be similarly designed. Some bugs simply operate at a frequency above the 3 MHz range. To detect the presence of these bugs, you must use bug detectors that are configured to locate signals beyond the 3 MHz range as well. In some cases, a bug doesn’t even operate at a particular range. It operates at a specific frequency and your bug detector must be configured at the exact same frequency before it can locate any bugs planted in your property.

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