Archive for September, 2009

September 30, 2009
Wireless 4 Camera-DVR Security Sustem
Wireless 4 Camera-DVR Security Sustem

We find ourselves working after dark in order to get everything accomplished, at home or at work. Next time you find yourself out late, wouldn’t you feel safer knowing your office or home was equipped with a night vision security camera? A night vision security camera provides clear images no matter what kind of lighting conditions it’s placed in.

A simple wireless security camera system takes hardly any time at all to install. All you have to do is pick the proper angles of surveillance and plug the camera into the receiver, which then transmits a feed to your DVR, television or computer.

You may be asking yourself if a night vision security camera is worth the cost. The answer is a resounding “Yes!” You can purchase a wireless security camera system that you use every day for a year for a cost that equals just a few dollars a week, if that. For the price of a magazine or a latte per week, you, your fellow coworkers, and/or your family can relax in knowing that all activity in any poorly lit areas is being monitored by a camera system.


September 28, 2009

Car Dash Camera - State of The Art

posted by Camera Man 1
GV6300 Dash Camera
GV6300 Dash Camera

Accidents can happen at any time without notice. Be prepared with a portable car dash camera that mounts on your car’s dashboard and records constantly in order to capture crucial information about the scene of a collision.

The portable dash camera can record important details about the scene of an accident including the weather, road conditions, and the position of traffic immediately before and during a traffic collision. Video evidence is detailed and objective and could be useful for law enforcement and insurance companies. Arguing your side of what occurred during an accident is a whole lot easier when you have dash cam video footage to support your case.

Information on Dash Camera Pictured Above.

Easy to start recording by simply plugging the power jack into the cigar-lighter. The GV6300 Car Dash Camera offers 2 recording modes that you can easily customize to suit your security needs. Has Full stop with “beep” warning sound. Dash Cam Overwrites the earliest recording file while the memory card is full. Protected recording files a separate video is created every 15 minutes in (200MB) segments. Automatic battery back-up; 15 minutes of post-event dash video in an event of a power failure.


September 25, 2009

Home Security Camera Systems

posted by Camera Man 1

Discount Mace Security - 4 Camera System
Discount Mace Security - 4 Camera System

 

The home security camera has become a sophisticated piece of equipment and many homeowners are resorting to using them as part of their security system set-ups. There is a large choice for consumers; from a DVR security camera, dome security camera, wireless or wired cameras to the black and white versus color security camera. The business surveillance systems have become prevalent recently, basically out of necessity than anything else. Business owners try daily to win the fight against all kinds of crime including shoplifting, holdups and break-ins.  

CCTV Security Cameras

There has been a steady increase in the use of the CCTV security cameras. Property crime rate has become a major issue and the CCTV security camera has played a major part in curbing this type of crime. While it won’t prevent every crime but it has become particularly effective in the detection and prevention of property crime. 

The home security camera comes in a wide range of prices and obviously the more expensive security cameras are out of the reach for many home owners. Security camera experts would tell you this should not be an issue due to a variety of discount Security Camera System models are very effective and it would pay to keep an eye on the deals being done on a regular basis. And remember, you don’t have to be extravagant in your security camera system purchase for it to be effective.


September 24, 2009

Buying A Video Door Intercom System?

posted by Camera Man 1
Wireless Door Intercom System
Wireless Door Intercom System

The right knowledge and proper caution is important, along with the guidelines below will help you in finding the perfect Video door phone system that best suits your needs.

1. Set a budget. The first important thing to do before shopping for an video door phone system is set a budget limit. In todays economy this is a must.

2. Know the components.  The master station - sub-stations - power supply.

3. Study its compatibility with your home (or building) structure.  Obstacles, such as metal walls, can interfere with wireless signals and prevent your video door phone system from producing a quality video and clear sound.

4. Choose the desired type of video intercom system. Intercom systems can either be hard-wired or wireless.

Hard-wired or traditional video intercom systems - these require wires to connect the entire video intercom system that is installed throughout your home. Although they provide minimum interference and/or restrictions, hard-wired intercoms can be expensive to install.

Wireless door intercom systems - these units may cost more than the traditional, hard-wired ones, but they have the advantage of simple installation: just plug them to a power source, and you’re done!

5. Check the intercom systems warranty. In a way, the length of an intercom’s warranty, including the extent of its coverage, reflects the manufacturer’s confidence in their particular product.

By following the guidelines that are mentioned above, shopping for a perfect Video Door Intercom will surely be an easy task for you - allowing you to enjoy the many benefits of a good video intercom system minus the worries and frustrations.


September 20, 2009

GPS Auto Tracking Device For Teens

posted by Camera Man 1
Enduro GPS Auto Tracking Device - Women's Self Defense & Safety

Enduro GPS Auto Tracking Device - Women's Self Defense & Safety . Com

According to Allstate Insurance close to 6,000 teenagers are killed in car crashes and nearly 300,000 are injured. Parents who use GPS auto tracking devices can help keep their teen driver safe.

The GPS tracking devices harnesses the power of the GPS satellite network, cellular phones, the Internet and your personal computer.  Safer cars, better roads and teen driving programs, the statistics have remained constant for over a decade.

Parents using GPS auto Tracking devices and setting time restrictions and Geographic limits could change these statistics and help keep your teen driver safe. You can be notified immediately by text message to your cell phone when your teen driver goes over your specified speed limit. You also can receive immediate notification from the GPS auto tracking device when your teen driver takes their vehicle to an area that you have have set as a restricted location.


September 17, 2009

Learning to Let Go

posted by Safety-Number1

nannycam

From the time our daughter was born, she and my wife have been virtually inseparable. My wife took an extended leave of absence from her job in order to stay home with the baby, but money has been a bit tight lately. We were both a bit reluctant to seek out nannies, feeling that no one could take care of our child as well as we could. Unfortunately, financial considerations had to come first.

We installed a nanny cam in the family room so that we could keep tabs on our child from afar. After about a week with the new nanny, we both felt comfortable enough to entrust her with the baby without the use of a camera. The transition hasn’t been easy, but we’re now making enough money to live comfortably, supporting our child financially the way we should.


September 15, 2009

posted by Camera Man 1

alarmclock

Many parents are turning to nanny cameras. Your children need to be treated and disciplined properly. Everyone knows a lack of discipline is not desirable, but neither is too much discipline. With a hidden nanny camera, you don’t have to speculate as to what is going on your home.

Current technology has made nanny cameras cheaper to set up in the your home. You can purchase hidden cameras that blends the room you want to monitor, without being noticed. Nanny cameras come designed to look like wall clocks, potted plants, radio’s and any more different items.

There are some disadvantages of nanny cameras. If you use a wireless security camera, the signal can be intercepted. This means someone could view the inside of your home without a problem.

As of this date it is legal to video record what is going on in your home without consent, but certain states that do not allow audio recordings without prior consent. Check the laws of your state first, before installing a nanny camera.

The bottom line is, covert hidden nanny cameras are the perfect way to monitor your children while you’re not at home. It ensures that they are safe, and that nothing out of the ordinary is going on.


September 9, 2009
Indoor -Outdoor IP Security Camera
Indoor -Outdoor IP Security Camera

Internet security camera technology is changing the way retailers can monitor their in-stores. Security cameras are set to take on a range of improved abilities over the next five years, with the introduction of Internet Protocol (IP) for video security networks.

In a recent retailing article, Tony Lagan, national business manager video security at Sony Australia, said “IP security camera systems would allow retailers access to a suite of analytical products and options not previously seen on analogue systems. Everything is now going on a computer network when it comes to video security. There’s definitely a big push in the direction of IP, because there are so many advantages to it.”

Ip security cameras offer increased abilities to film specified times, locations and products, as well as filming point of sale transactions when camera system is triggered.

If you don’t want someone going to a certain area of a store, as soon as someone goes there the security camera system can send an email with an image directly to the store manager or security guard cell phone anywhere in the world. IP security cameras are able to be set up anywhere with a data port.   Lagan predicts the penetration of IP into business surveillance would be close to 50% by 2012.


September 3, 2009

Catching the Thieves after the Fact

posted by Safety-Number1

car-thief

Depending on your neighborhood, and the make and model of your vehicle, carjackings could be a relevant concern. It’s an unfortunate fact that many opportunist criminals are on the lookout for parts to sell on the black market. And if they can’t simply strip the part from a parked car, they have no moral issues with stealing the whole shebang and driving it to a chop shop.

A car GPS tracking device represents a practical method for protecting your car from harm. If stolen, the tracking beacon continues to function, alerting you of the vehicle’s precise location. That leaves you with plenty of time to notify the authorities and catch the thieves red handed.


September 3, 2009

GPS Tracking Device Terms

posted by Camera Man 1

 

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A “Locate” is when a GPS Tracking device sends the location coordinates to the tracking system to be marked on a map. A recorded location with associated data such as date, time, speed, direction ect. is called a “Locate”

Motion activated GPS tracking device is when the unit only turns on when it senses motion or vibrations and sends out locations at a predefined rate for the time it is in motion and then shuts down when no more motion is detected.

Constant tracking is when a tracking device continues to send locates regardless of whether there is any motion.

Location on Request is when you only get a GPS location if you send the device a request for it to send back its location.  The more locates you get the more dots you will see on the map and more closely you can follow the activity.

The advantage of a GPS data logger is very detailed report at a low cost with no monthly fees and no cost per locate, so you can get locates up to once every second.

The disadvantage of a non real-time system you have to retrieve the device from the vehicle to know where it has been.

Real-time GPS Tracking system is connected to the internet so you can view their location at any time anywhere from any web browser. There is no need to retrieve the GPS device to get the information you are looking for!