Jason

Where to position your CCTV system

Jason
If you have recently purchased or looking to purchase a CCTV system you need to think carefully about where you are going to position, not only the cameras but also the recording box (if it has one). If you are just installing an IP camera that has a memory card inside it then you will need to position it in a place that covers the area you want to secure. Be sure to put the camera up as high as possible to avoid it being tampered with or damaged. If you are installing a multi camera system, be sure to... Read More »

Backing up your CCTV footage from your computer

Jason
More and more people are installing some type of CCTV system in and outside of their homes. With crime on the rise, it is important that we try and protect our families and homes and CCTV can be one way of doing so. Sometimes simply have a CCTV sticker or camera on display can ward off unwanted visitors but if it’s not the footage you capture may prove vital. When buying a CCTV system it is important to look at the quality of the images it captures day and night. Some work great in the day but when it gets... Read More »

2 way audio CCTV systems

Jason
When it comes to CCTV there are so many options that it can be easy to become a little overwhelmed with it all. 2 way audio is an option that lots of CCTV systems now have and it can be useful in a number of situations. Two-way audio enables you to receive and transmit audio through the IP camera. If using the CCTV system through a computer then you may need to attach a separate microphone to allow the audio to be sent. Phones have microphones built into them to allow you to do this. Recordings can be recorded and... Read More »

Ways to protect your home when going on holiday

Jason
A holiday should be an enjoyable time for all the family. The last thing you want is to come home to find that your house has been broken in to whilst you are away. Although you cannot eliminate the chances of this happening entirely, there are things you can do to try and reduce the risks. Installing a security monitoring system or CCTV will allow you to view live footage of your home whilst you are away. If you do see anything suspicious you can report it, but if nothing else, it can give you peace of mind. If you... Read More »

Backing up your CCTV footage

Jason
If you have CCTV installed in your home or business then you are already well on your way to improving your security. CCTV can act as a deterrent or if that isn’t enough, it may be able to catch the people in the act giving you something to pass on to the police or courts should you need to. There are so many different types of CCTV systems on the market that it can be hard to find out exactly which one will do the job. Lots of people simply do not have the money to spend hundreds on a... Read More »