Security Cameras
There are many different types of security cameras available on the market today. There are bullet security cameras, infrared cameras, dome cameras, ptz cameras, hidden cameras, ip cameras, weatherproof rated outdoor cameras, vandal proof cameras, zoom cameras, vari-focal cameras, fixed box cameras & varations of each. With so many different types of cameras, it may be confusing to make the right choice. When it comes time to purchase the correct camera, let us guide you with your decision.
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Wireless Cameras- connect to your DVR through a transmitter & a receiver. The transmitter connects to the wireless cameras & the receiver connects to the DVR. Most surveillance cameras run on 2.4ghz frequency. A cordless phone if on the same frequency can cause disturbance with the output of video for wireless cameras. Wireless internet as well can cause disturbance. It all depends on the location of the cameras in relation to the wireless telephone & the router for your internet. The amount of metal in the walls can also cause interference with the output of the video. Click here for one of our wireless security cameras.
Wireless cameras are more expensive then wired cameras, but are cheaper to install because no wires have to be run. Depending on the distance between the wireless camera & the DVR, you may not get the best picture with a wireless camera.
Bullet Cameras- Are smaller than regular surveillance cameras. Bullet cameras are typically used for indoor application because they do not have IR LED’s. Therefore, they do not show the best picture at night. Click here for one of our bullet cameras.
Infrared cameras- These cameras have IR LED's. At night the cameras LED's activate and allow you to see at night.
Dome Cameras- These cameras are dome shaped & generally used for indoor applications. Dome cameras can have IR LED's & can have a vari-focal lens or a fixed lens. Click here for one of our dome cameras.
PTZ Cameras- PTZ stands for pan, tilt, zoom. These cameras are able to moved through view on the internet, the DVR itself, or a PTZ Controller. A PTZ Controller looks similar to an old joystick. These cameras have the ability to be set to scan a specific area. This makes it useful for large areas, instead of using two cameras you can cover the same area & more with a PTZ camera.
Hidden Cameras- A hidden camera is board camera inside of a household item. Such as a clock radio or an Ipod dock. Some hidden cameras can have DVR’s inside of them, and others must be plugged into a DVR or VCR to record. Click here for one of our hidden cameras.
Network IP Cameras-Ip cameras do not connect to a DVR. They connect directly to a computer network. Instead of logging into your DVR, you will log directly into your camera through an Ip address. Click here for more information on IP Cameras.
Weatherproof Rated Cameras- There are surveillance cameras that say they are weatherproof, then there are surveillance cameras that have a weatherproof rating. A good weatherproof rating is IP65 & IP66. If it says IP66 in the information about the camera, then you know you are getting a high quality weatherproof rating. The camera is of higher weatherproof quality when it has an IP rating, instead of buying a camera that just says weatherproof.
Vandelproof Cameras- These cameras are made to take abuse. Vandel Proof Cameras are made from strong materials and can withstand damage that a normal surveillance camera can not. These are ideal for outdoor locations where you do not have control over. Ex. A busy street, a dangerous area, bad weather areas. The cameras are placed inside of a vandalproof housing to keep the camera alive. Most of these are dome cameras or bullet cameras inside a larger housing.
Vari-focal Cameras- Commonly called zoom cameras. These cameras have the ability to manually zoom from the back or front of the camera itself.
Fixed Box Cameras- These cameras are highly customizable. You can add brackets & lens for a better setup. They are typically larger than regular surveillance cameras.
