By chris on January 24, 2012
Chris Mozingo
Christopher Mozingo - Sales – 2M CCTV
877-926-2288 x 6021
When it comes to recording overnight, there are several ways that cameras can do this. Infrared is essential when recording overnight. Day/Night recording is available on dome, fixed dome, bullet, box, and PTZ cameras.
The camera can be a true day/night (TDN) with a mechanical IR cut filter (ICR), digital day/night, which adjusts electronically without a filter, or it can have IR LEDs (light emitting diodes). Some cameras have IR LEDs surrounding the lens to provide illumination. Black and white cameras can also record in low light settings.
Continue reading “Day-Night and IR Surveillance Cameras”
Posted in Beginner Guides to CCTV, Camera Features, CCTV Cameras, Design & Installation |
By Guest Post on January 13, 2012
Michael Minieri
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michael Minieri is the Principal Security Consultant for Minieri Associates, a security consulting and engineering firm operating nationally and internationally. He began a career of protecting lives and property in 1974 and holds nearly a dozen professional credentials. More information can be found at www.minieriassociates.com
Guest Post by Michael Minieri – Minieri Associates
When most security laymen (and even some security “professionals”) think to add or increase their physical security measures, CCTV is often the very first thing to come to mind. If CCTV is such an effective security measure, why is it that reality television and the nightly news is so full of CCTV footage of crimes being committed?
Continue reading ““Keeping CCTV In Its Place””
Posted in CCTV Cameras, Guest Posts |
By Todd on January 13, 2012
Todd Thompson
Todd Thompson - Construction Manager – 2M CCTV
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There is anecdotal evidence that suggests security cameras do not deter criminal activity. People who object to the use of installing a CCTV system in public places sometimes feel the squeeze of encroachment on their privacy, and they will object to using public funds to finance it. But, there is something to the argument, regardless of private motivation.
People will note that in spite of there being more security cameras posted in large public places, there are still thugs who plunder innocent victims, and there are still terrorists who ride car bombs into a crowded market for their misguided and hate-filled ideologies.
Security cameras cannot touch the motivational factors in such people, some of whom are bent on self-destruction, whose psychological makeup may even encourage them to grandstand their awful deeds.
Continue reading “If Security Cameras Are Not a Deterrent to Crime, Then What Good Are They?”
Posted in CCTV Cameras |
By travis on January 13, 2012
Travis Chaffin
Travis Chaffin - Sales Manager – 2M CCTV
877-926-2288 x 6049
I read the article “Keeping CCTV in Its Place” by Michael Minieri and I agree with the points that were made. Too many times people have a misconception about CCTV, whether it is its uses or its limitations.
Continue reading “CCTV Misconception”
Posted in CCTV Cameras |
By Guest Post on January 11, 2012
Recently, I asked the fine people of Safety Vision – Mobile Video Solutions (manufacturer of the collision avoidance systems that we sell here at 2MCCTV) if they’d be able to give us a write-up of their systems to educate our visitors on what exactly a Collision Avoidance System is and what benefits they offer.
Guest Post by Safety Vision – Mobile Video Solutions
Safety Vision
Since 1993, Safety Vision has been a leading global provider of comprehensive collision avoidance and mobile surveillance systems for both public and private sector fleets. Collision avoidance systems enhance visibility for drivers both on the road and at the work site—minimizing risks and liability by protecting the driver and those around the vehicle.
Continue reading “Collision Avoidance Systems: The Eyes and Ears of Your Fleet”
Posted in Guest Posts, Surveillance Systems |
By Todd on January 9, 2012
Todd Thompson
Todd Thompson - Construction Manager – 2M CCTV
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Magnetic Locks
Magnetic Door Lock (image from Wikipedia)
Magnetic door locks, are good for local, low-risk security applications such as indoor closets where occupants are stationed in the vicinity, or they fall within the perimeter of a more tightly secured area.
Continue reading “Should I Use Electric Strikes or Magnetic Locks for Access Control?”
Posted in Access Control, Design & Installation, Power Supply |
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