Do-It-Yourself CCTV

What is CCTV, and how can it be used ?
Closed Circuit TV is any system where your own cameras are used for your own purposes, whether you watch them, or just record them. It can be the answer to many of your problems. You may be surprised by what equipment is now available, and the rapidly growing applications they can be used for.

Examples of equipment available:-
Tiny, Covert (secret) cameras, some so small, they come disguised in a pen
Large, high visibility cameras which are designed to Deter villains
Sizewise, there's a multitude of cameras, between these Tiny & Large ranges
Reversing Aid Cameras, to help large vehicles reverse more safely
Wireless Cameras, to avoid running wires all over the place
Dummy (Decoy) cameras, to make villains think they are being watched
Computerised systems for controlling large & small CCTV installations
Video Recorders which can record for up to 960hrs (40 days) on one tape
Digital Video Recorders which can do much more than a VCR
Camera Systems which detect motion, and then initiate recording

Typical applications where CCTV could help your business:-
Security of Business Property & Reduction of Losses
Shoplifting, (Deterrent & Detection)
Staff Dishonesty, (Deterrent & Detection)
Vehicle Theft & Damage in car parks, (Deterrent & Detection)
Site Security
Access Control
Recording Events in your absence
See who's at the door, or in Reception, before you let them in
Deter violent or threatening shop raiders

Specialist Business Applications:-
Commercial Vehicles - Reversing Aid Cameras
Construction Plant - Have maximum visibility in awkward spots
X-Rays - Saves time, cost & mess of using chemical developing
Taxis - Retain a Snapshot of each passenger, in case of problems
Hire Services Companies - Retain Snap Shots of all hirers
Observe the Horse(s)in a Horsebox whilst driving
Video whilst driving your car, through front & rear, for accident evidence

Home & Leisure Applications:-
Keep an eye on what's happening outside the house
Record what happened whilst you were out
Keep an eye on sleeping babies & children
Observe the Horse(s)in a Horsebox whilst driving
Video whilst driving your car, through front & rear, for accident evidence
Keep an eye on sick or elderly
Monitor sick animals
Monitor Kennels/Catteries
Bird/Wildlife Observation
See who's at the door before you open it
Be sure that any domestic staff are honest & reliable
Record sports events, for confirmation/proof of winner/fair play
Reversing Aid Cameras for Caravans, Trailers & Motorhomes
Check whether Tradesmen are honest in your absence