Security Cameras System Solutions

16 Camera Security Systems

2011-10-18T14:34:00.000-07:00

There are a lot of great 16 camera security systems on the market today.
These packages come with everything you need to get your system installed configured and up and running in no time.
The DVR's included with these systems are usually web and 3G phone accessible. Do not settle for less than a 1 terabyte hard drive. The packages can include a variety of different cameras.

Wireless Pan Zoom Security Camera

2011-10-07T14:17:00.000-07:00

The KJB C1190 Digital Wireless camera kit has functions you would normally associate with more expensive cameras. Pan/Zoom cameras usually start around $500. The C1190 from KJB Security retails for $295. The other really nice feature the C1190 that most other pan/zoom cameras that it offers wireless transmission making it easier to install than its wired cousins. The digital transmission used by this wireless camera kit provides no interference. The weatherproof outdoor camera that comes with this system can see up to 26 ft. in total darkness. There are many practical applications for the business as well as home.

DVR Cards

2011-09-16T19:27:00.000-07:00

DVR Cards can be installed in a computer to turn the computer into a digital video recorder. DVR cards come with all types of options and can be expandable to 32 channels. GeoVision is the most well known manufacturer of DVR Cards. GeoVision has a very good reputation and is on the forefront of developing new DVR cards. DVR cards perform just as well if not better then most stand alone digital video recorders. If you need a DVR card think about many channels you need and the options you may need. You can find a good selection of DVR Cards at Security Cameras and More.

Wireless Home Security Cameras

2011-09-16T17:47:00.000-07:00

Recently, I have noticed a new wave of wireless security cameras. These are what they call DIGITAL wireless cameras. With the old 2.4Ghz analog wireless technology there was this problem with interference. The device that you were using on the 2.4Ghz frequency could possibly interfere with other devices on the same frequency. And the roster of devices that use this frequency is not trivial. You potentially have phones, routers, microwave ovens, hearing aids, and other common household items using this same splice of radio waves. So when you plug in your security camera, your elderly next neighbor would lose his hearing.
With DIGITAL wireless, the problem is gone. Don't try to figure out how it happens. There are very smart (and nerdy) people who know how this all works. So just start looking for DIGITAL wireless cameras and forget about interference.
Wireless Home Security Cameras

Scary Journey Blog

2011-09-16T17:34:00.000-07:00

Start blogging for crying out loud. If you think you have something to tell the world, start a blog a speak your mind! I have had several people within the past few days come up to me and say, I want to start a blog but don't how. So I referred them to blogspot.com. Here is a link to one of the blogs I was recently asked about.

Acti TCM-1231 Megapixel IP Bullet Camera

2011-08-08T14:54:00.000-07:00

After reviewing the Acti TCM-1231 I don't know if there is better IP bullet camera available for the money. This camera has megapixel resolution, 2 way audio, motion detection and WDR.
WDR filters out bright lights that show up behind the subject you are trying to capture.
It also has a varifocal lens, IR LEDS and can be powered over the network with PoE.
All this for under $500.00.
I strongly recommend the Acti TCM-1231 for anyone looking for comprehensive surveillance in a high security environment.

Wireless Camera Systems

2011-07-30T13:43:00.000-07:00

If you need an easy to install surveillance system check out the wireless camera systems offered by Security Cameras and More. they have 4 camera systems with dvr, 2 camera systems with SD recorders and more.

Vivotek SD7151 PTZ IP Camera

2011-07-22T18:48:00.000-07:00

The Vivotek SD7151 is one of the most advanced IP PTZ Cameras on the market. If you think you need a Network IP PTZ Camera then check this out.

Hidden Clock Cameras

2011-07-15T14:37:00.000-07:00

Hidden clock cameras have a lot of uses. They can be used as nanny cams, keeping an eye on a suspicious spouse or teenager, watching a pet during the day and many more.
The features offered on hidden clock cameras are outstanding. You can now view the live video in a spy clock camera on the internet. If you think you need a covert security camera take a look at hidden clock cameras.

Digital Wireless 4 Camera Security System

2011-07-12T17:17:00.000-07:00

This new digital wireless 4 camera system has all the bells and whistles you can imagine. Since it DIGITAL wireless there is no interference from other wireless devices. The DVR can be set up to view on a 3G phone and internet.
The cameras in this wireless camera system offer 540 TVLs and 60 feet of night vision making it a complete surveillance package that can do just about anything.

8 Camera Security System Can Prevent the Unthinkable.

2011-07-08T14:24:00.000-07:00

All too often we hear stories like this horrific crime that happened in South Bend today. Hopefully the cameras they had installed in the home can help catch the people responsible.

Every home now is vulnerable to such attacks. It makes sense to install a 8 camera security system like this one from Security Cameras and More.

4 Camera Security System Gives Family More Security When Husband Travels

2010-02-19T15:39:00.000-08:00

Problem:

A stay at home mother with young children does not feel safe in her home when her husband travels on business. There has been a recent rash of vandalism and break-ins in the formerly quiet neighborhood. She feels vulnerable to would be thugs who may be casing their home. Ideally she would be able to monitor the areas where people approach the home. This includes the driveway, backyard gate, side entrance and front door. Recording any motion in these areas in vital since vandalism usually happens in the early AM hours of the night. The husband wants to be able to view the live footage on his BlackBerry when he is away at a hotel, airport, golf course or board room.

Solution:

The SVAT CV502-4CH-001 is the ideal solution for this family. The system comes with 4 color night vision cameras and a web ready, SmartPhone compatible DVR. The family will now be able to monitor the areas where people will approach the home. Now she can see who coming towards the home and react accordingly. When the husband is away, if something suspicious starts to happen the frightened wife can send a message to the husband who can see what is going on just about anywhere through his BlackBerry.
The DVR will also record everything that happens so they can go back and find out who the culprit is when something bad happens.

The SVAT CV500-4CH-002 comes nicely packaged with everything that is needed including cables, connectors and instrauciton manual.

Total Cost: $499.99

Total Time To Install: 6.5 hours

Working Mom Wants to Watch Baby and Sitter Over the Internet at Work

2010-02-09T12:05:00.000-08:00

Problem:

A working mom wants the extra peace of mind of being able to watch her young one while she is at work. She does not have a problem with her sitter, but just wants to make sure nothing bad is happening. There is an internet connection at her home and her workplace provides an internet connection at her desk. Ideally, she would set up a few cameras through out the house and periodically check in through the internet to what is happening.

Solution:

The Levana LV-TW500 is a video baby monitoring security camera system that is web ready. This system is super-easy to set up and will allow this working mom to not only watch her child at work, but the system also records and plays back footage. It can be set to motion detection so it won't fill up the hard drive with unneeded footage. The system comes with one camera and can be expanded to 3 cameras.

Another important thing about this video baby monitor is that it transmit a digital signal so it is totally safe.

Total Price:

The Levana LV-TW500 comes with 1 video baby monitor and a USB receiver that plugs into your PC. The cost for this system is $99.00 plus shipping. Additional cameras are available.

Total Time to Install:

30 minutes.

Home Repeatedly Robbed When Home Owner is Away

2010-02-09T11:20:00.000-08:00

Problem:

Home owner's job requires him to work on weekends and at night. When he is working his home has been broken into on several occesions. When there is motion detected in or around then home the owner wants to be alerted. Also, when a vehicle parks in the driveway he wants to be able to capture the license plate number. All activity should be recorded on a DVR so it can be played back.

Specifics:

Because this home is located in the north any outdoor security cameras will need to be able to stand up to severe weather. Since the home owner often works at night all security cameras (indoor or outdoor) will need to be able to record at night. The cameras and DVR will need to record at a high resolution to identify license plates and intruder's identities. The home owner wants to catch these intruders not just deter them.

Solution:

The ideal solution for this problem is a web-ready DVR based security system with a motion activation and 4 indoor/outdoor night vision cameras. The placementof the security cameras is key to solving this problem. One camera can be installed on the front of the house to monitor the driveway. Another camera will be installed in the back of the house to monitor the back yard and back door. There will be 2 cameras installed inside the house. One will be installed at the opposite end of the kitchen pointing towards the entry into the home from the backdoor. The last camera will be placed at the opposite end of the front room pointing towards the front door. Since the home owner wants to be alerted when there is motion the DVR will be placed in the basement near the computer. Adequate length cables from the cameras to the DVR will be necessary.
The 4 camera security system that was recommended and installed is the SVAT CV300-4CH-001. This system comes with 4 indoor/outdoor night vision cameras. The DVR has many advanced features including motion detection and internet capabilities. 2 extra 60' lengths of cables also had to be purchased. SVAT offers extension cables that do not require any type of splicing. Also, SVAT offers 24/7 technical support, so the home owner had a lot of help during the installation.

Security Cameras Used:

SVAT CV300-4CH-001 Web-Ready DVR with 4 Indoor/Outdoor Cameras (click to see product details)

Total Price:

$448.00 including shipping.

Total Time to Install:

4.5 hours

Busy Mom with Home Office Keeps an Eye on Kids

2009-12-21T07:53:00.000-08:00

Problem:
Mother of two young children has a home-based business. While she is running the business, her children are playing in the family room. Most of the time she is able to check in on them or even work in the same room as the children. However, several times throughout the day she is in her office and on the phone with business asscoiates for 20 - 30 minutes at a time. During these phone calls it is difficult for her to check in on her children.

Ideally she would have a small, portable security camera that she could move from room to room with her children and have a monitor in her office that allows her to observe her children while she is on the phone for prolonged periods of time. The cameras must be able to work in the dark so the children can be observed during nap times.

Solution:

There are a number of video baby monitors available that would satisfy this busy mom's problem. We recommend the SVAT GX5201 - Wireless Portable Video Baby Monitor with Night Vision Security Camera. You will find many of the video baby monitors available today are wireless and battery operated, so they are totally portable. The security cameras have night vision and include LCD high resolution monitors for crystal clear observing.

Total Cost:

The price for the SVAT GX5201 is $144.99 plus shipping.

Monitor Dairy Cows in Barn at Night

2009-12-10T14:38:00.000-08:00

Problem
Livestock farmer in northern Minnesota has pregnant cows he needs to monitor around the clock. The barn is about 500 feet from the house. It is very troublesome to wake up every hour and run out to the barn in the middle of the night, especially in the extreme frigid conditions of Minnesota winters.
Also, the barn is pitch dark at night. The barn and home are wood frame and siding. There is power readily available in the barn and home.

This is a seasonal problem, so the farmer does not want to invest in a permanent wired solution. Most wireless kits available have about 300 foot unobstructed signal transmission range.

Solution
We recommended a wireless transmitter / receiver booster and a wired night vision security camera with strong IR capabilities.

Since the barn and home are wood construction and the equipment on both ends would be stored indoors a wireless transmitter and receiver booster is a perfect solution for this problem. There are many wireless singal booster available. For this case we used the Astrotel MiniVideo Sender VC-2-M.

We want to make sure there is enough light generated from the IR night vision security camera to render a clear picture in the total darkness of the barn at night. The farmer used the PC-1315S Precision Night Vision Color Camera. This security camera has 48 LEDS, which will provide plenty of light in the barn at night for this purpose.

Installation Notes:
The wired camera connects to the transmitter. The transmitter send the signal to the receiver that is in the home 500 foot away. The farmer set up a TV next to the receiver in the house.

The total cost of this solution was about $220.00. The farmer is very happy he does not have to go outside at night in the freezing cold.

Unathorized Person Enters Apartment When Away

2009-11-18T10:54:00.000-08:00

Problem:
Person rents a small studio apartment and suspects an unauthorized person enters it periodically for some reason. Needs the least expensive security camera that is best for catching the intruder. Also, the renter is often away for a few days, so the camera needs to continue to record and capture the video of whomever enters the apartment.

Solution:
The All-In-One Wireless Camera with DVR/Receiver is a perfect solution for this problem. The mini-wireless camera can be concealed somewhere in the room by the front door. The receiver/DVR can be tucked away in a cabinet or other obscure place in the apartment. The DVR records on to an SD card and can be set to motion activation. So it will only record when there is motion detected.

The cost for the All-In-One Wireless Camera with DVR/Receiver is $149.99 and less than a half hour to set up.

Remember - if you are ever in danger call 911.

Why Do We Need - Security Cameras: Case by Case Solutions Blog?

2009-11-16T16:32:00.000-08:00

Every day, for as long as I have been in the security camera business, I have talked to people who have security concerns. Most people have no idea where to start in coming up with a solution. Home owners, business owners, ranchers, farmers, school superintendents and working moms are just a few of the people I come across who are looking for some type of security camera system.
The solutions for these problems range from very simple to very complex. Most people just don't know enough about the technology and terminology to make a good decisions about which security camera system to purchase.
As I come across unique security problems I will enter a synopsis of the problem and solution in this blog. My aim is to be a much needed resource for solutions on a multitude of security problems.
I hope you can look through these entries, find a case that is similar to yours and figure out a solution.