Author Archives: R.D.

New DVR’s. New Resolutions: CIF, D1, WD1, 720p, 1080p. Finally, Full High Definition Available in CCTV Systems.

Posted on March 31, 2013 by R.D.

In late 2010 we started seeing new DVR models available with new higher resolution. It was about time CCTV systems were capable of recording resolutions higher than D1 known also as 720×480. The revolution in CCTV has began. New CCTV … Continue reading →

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Using Cat5 (UTP) in CCTV installation vs RG59 Siamese Cable

Posted on December 2, 2012 by R.D.

Recently we have noticed that more and more CCTV installers use Cat5 cables for analog CCTV system installations. With Passive Video Baluns based on specification you can use UTP cable to transmit color video as far as 1300ft. With a … Continue reading →

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How to secure your home with surveillance camera system?

Posted on July 30, 2012 by R.D.

Here is a simple guide on how to secure an average home with surveillance camera system. It may seem as simple as just mounting surveillance cameras and connecting them to DVR unit. But many times it is one of those … Continue reading →

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What is SDI High Definition 1080p CCTV?

Posted on July 7, 2012 by R.D.

SDI seems like a brand new technology in Closed Circuit Television, but in fact this standard has been available for few years now. 2011 was a first year when we started seeing SDI standard in CCTV systems. So what it … Continue reading →

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Do you really need a Real Time CCTV DVR? And what it really means?

Posted on April 12, 2012 by R.D.

What is real time recording on DVR units? Real time recording means that each channel on the Digital Video Recorder is able to capture and record at least 30 frames per second. This is called full motion recording. It is … Continue reading →

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Surveillance CCTV System vs Security Camera System

Posted on April 9, 2012 by R.D.

There is a big difference between Surveillance Video Camera System and Security Camera System. It all comes to the way you use your CCTV System. Surveillance System is the one you would see in the Large Stores, Shopping Malls, Casinos, … Continue reading →

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More and more popular Infrared Night Vision CCTV Cameras.

Posted on April 3, 2012 by R.D.

In this article I would like to talk a little bit about use of infrared (IR) night vision cameras on Surveillance Systems. Let’s discuss some advantages and disadvantages of IR cameras. Today we see a lot of them almost everywhere. … Continue reading →

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A little about “Costco CCTV Systems”

Posted on April 1, 2012 by R.D.

CCTV Systems have became very popular in recent years. To prove it, today we can go to almost every big box store like Costco, BJ’s, Walmart etc. and get simple CCTV System right there. In this article I will compare … Continue reading →

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Pros and Cons of Infrared Vandal Resistant Dome CCTV Cameras

Posted on April 1, 2012 by R.D.

Dome CCTV Cameras with Night Vision and Vandal-Resistant Housing. They are perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Big advantage of dome cameras is housing itself. It is hard to tell where exactly camera is pointing. Intruder can’t just approach camera … Continue reading →

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Less Known advantages and disadvantages of Bullet CCTV Cameras

Posted on April 1, 2012 by R.D.

Bullet type CCTV Cameras are probably the most commonly used cameras out there. They are the most affordable CCTV Cameras and most universal. They are very popular in most typical CCTV applications. Bullet cameras are designed to be easily deployed … Continue reading →

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