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 Recommendations for using CCTV Systems

CCTV security system may include a single camera or multiple cameras. Coverage can include checkout areas, walk-up or drive-up automated teller machines (ATMs), public service areas within an institution, entrance or exit doors for the premises, work areas, A camera system may include cameras, a monitor on which to view the camera images, a recording device to capture selected images and software or a switching system to control the method of selecting and storing images. Depending on the location and situation, video camera systems may use an analog videocassette recorder (VCR), a digital video recorder (DVR), or a PC-based digital recording capture station to record images from the cameras. Finally, a means of retrieving and storing images must be incorporated into the system. Interior corridors or common building hallways, and exterior or interior parking areas.

CCTV Security Cameras

A CCTV Security Camera comes in many different styles including The security camera that will work best for your application will depend on several factors such as whether you will use the security cameras inside or out, during the day, nighttime, or both.

For less secretive indoor and outdoor applications the “Dome CCTV Camera” is a perfect camera choice. Easy to install and very small this completely enclosed camera can be used in Hotels, public areas and in retail operations that demand minimal aesthetic intrusion.

Bullet style security cameras are the most popular. They can be used inside or out. These security cameras come in black and white or color and come with all of the required mounting hardware. Most security cameras have a fixed 4mm lens that allows you to see facial features out to about 35 feet and provides a 70 degree angle of view.

Infrared security cameras are also very popular as they allow an image to be seen in little or no lighting conditions. Most infrared security cameras are bullet style and can be used inside or out. The cameras have infrared lighting installed around the outer edge of the lens which allows the security camera to see in no light for up to 25 feet – even further with a little bit of light like street lighting or an outside light.

C-mount Box cameras use a universal lens mount which fits all lens sizes( 4mm, 6mm, 22mm – 1500mm). C- Mount combines high 380 to 570 TV lines of resolution and a 0.03 lux low light camera at unbeatable value. The advantage of Box CCTV camera is the ability to purchase the camera and the lens separately. C-mount cameras can be seen in many banks , whereas dome cameras can be seen in coffee shops like Starbucks.The advantage to c-mount or Box Security Cameras is that the lenses are changeable. If you need a picture different than the regular who provided by a dome or bullet camera like Tele-zoom or wide angle, you need a special camera lens. Box camera will give you the ability to choose the right lens to the right environment, if you need to see further than 35 ft or you want to focus on a specific are box camera is the best choice. The box or c-mount security camera allows you to change lenses on the camera giving you the ability to zoom into a particular area. Varifocal camera lenses allow you to adjust the focus from 5 to 70 mm. This camera can be used inside only or outdoor with special housing for outdoor use

Specialty CCTV Cameras

Specialty security cameras can come in many different styles including ,ptz, and wireless. Specialty security camera that will work best for your application will depend on the environment you will use the camera in.

Megapixel Security cameras are great for facial and license plate recognition. Megapixel and HDTV technology enables network cameras to provide higher resolution of video images than analog CCTV, i.e. the ability to see details and to identify people and objects – a key consideration in video surveillance applications. With a megapixel or HDTV network camera, the resolution is at least three times better than an analog CCTV camera. These cameras record at 1,2,3, and 5 megapixel image sizes. These cameras require a megapixel lens for the best picture, and offer up to 20X the resolution of analog cameras. The most recent development in Megapixel Cameras is the completion of the compression standard

PTZ Security cameras are popular for interactive surveillance. Conventional PTZ cameras allow the user to pan, tilt and zoom, but not to see the whole video scene – just one portion at a time. The AXIS 212 PTZ gives the user the whole picture, then allows instant pan/tilt/zoom to get the details. PTZ cameras can be setup using a serial cable, connecting many cameras at once. PTZ cameras range in power from 18X to 36X zoom. Newer model PTZ camera now have an option of Infra Red included for outdoor use. PTZ cameras are popular for interactive surveillance, such as casino monitoring, mall surveillance, prison security, etc

Network Security Cameras or IP Surveillance Cameras can be defined as the transmission of video utilizing open internet protocols and standards for the purpose of recording and monitoring remotely, typically via the Internet. The most recent development in Network Cameras is the completion of the compression standard. Many IP Security Cameras provide software that allows the cameras image to viewed in client software or a web browser.

Wireless Security Cameras are very essential to the CCTV industry. These cameras serve a very practical purpose, they allow you to setup the camera wirelessly so you will not have to go through all the hassle that come along with wires and cables. This equipment includes KJB color wireless clock radio, Toshiba wireless network, videocomm 4 channel security system color pinhole cam and rx kit, and black and white pinhole surveillance cameras.