Security cameras come in a wide variety of form factors so there is a camera for every security need. While building a surveillance system you can choose which type best meets your needs, so you can get the video quality and safety you want.

Sturdy outdoor and vandal-proof cameras are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, snow and rain, and even attempts to tamper or damage the camera. Night vision and thermal cameras make it possible to record video at night when sunlight or overhead lights aren’t available, while megapixel cameras give you large detailed videos.

Remote Security Systems

Remote security systems are monitored remotely by trained security specialists in an off-site central station, making it easy to see everything that happens without having to physically walk the grounds. This makes your security system more effective, and can provide significant savings compared to hiring full time security guards to monitoring your business.

Security Camera Systems & Components

The word “camera” is often bandied about because we know exactly what it means, whereas the word “system” may seem a bit vague in its definition. Simply put, surveillance systems are different from surveillance cameras in that they’re all-inclusive security packages tailored to your home or business.

Video surveillance systems tend to include any number of video surveillance cameras, an NVR or VMS, and sometimes additional accessories such as a PoE switch and Cat5e cables, among other types of equipment to ensure your new system is ready to be set-up and installed on the day it’s delivered. You will find a variety of home security camera systems, outdoor security camera systems, wireless security camera systems, 8 camera security systems, 4-camera security camera systems, HDTV, and IP video security systems. All of these security camera systems are pre-configured for easy installation, and can be customized to suit your unique surveillance application.

Security Cameras

Security cameras come in a wide variety of form factors so there is a camera for every security need. While building a surveillance system you can choose which type best meets your needs, so you can get the video quality and safety you want.

Sturdy outdoor and vandal-proof cameras are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, snow and rain, and even attempts to tamper or damage the camera. Night vision and thermal cameras make it possible to record video at night when sunlight or overhead lights aren’t available, while megapixel cameras give you large detailed videos.

Vandal Proof Security Cameras

Vandal proof security cameras are outfitted with metal housings to prevent the lens from becoming damaged when there’s maltreatment or physical abuse. Vandal proof security cameras should always be considered when investing in a video surveillance system for your home or business property. A vandal proof security camera works especially well in high-security areas such as airports, warehouses, parking lots, banks, hotels, and retail stores.

Megapixel Security Cameras

IP surveillance camera systems rely on megapixel resolution to provide higher-quality images than CCTV cameras, which can be important when trying to decipher individuals or items in surveillance recordings. The most common megapixel resolutions are 1MP and 2 MP. There are also megapixel security cameras available with pixel counts over 20MP. The higher the megapixels, the higher the resolution of the video will be. Megapixel resolution is not used with analog CCTV security cameras.

Night Vision Security Cameras

Security cameras are an essential component of any effective home or business security system. Night vision security cameras are able to monitor low-lit to completely dark environments (without compromising image quality).

Thermal security Cameras

Thermal security cameras are an ideal choice when monitoring large-scale or unique outdoor environments such as heavy forested areas and other areas that have obstructions that make viewing difficult. Thermal surveillance camera technology uses heat that is generated from an object or individual to detect their location. The technology harnessed by thermal security cameras doesn’t need an external light source to operate.

 Network Cameras

A network camera is also commonly referred to as an IP camera. Network camera technology is similar to computer technology in that both have unique IP address. Cameras connect to a network and can work wherever a network connection is accessible. The biggest difference between a standard web camera on a computer and a network camera is that web cams require a direct connect to a computer. Network cameras can be wireless and still work through a network

Cameras are set up to capture video and transmit what is recorded over an IP network. This allows people to view in real-time what is being captured. Recordings can be captured 24/7, on a certain schedule, or when motion or audio is detected. This camera technology makes it easy for anyone to implement a security or surveillance system on their property.

PTZ Cameras

PTZ cameras come with mechanical parts, which allow the camera and the lens to move. Some cameras or software can create preset Guard Tours, which are predetermined positions the camera will move to on a set schedule. Other PTZ cameras or software may allow the camera to automatically move when action is detected, allowing the camera to follow suspicious activity as it moves.

The range of movement will vary between cameras. In cameras with 360 pan, the camera can turn in a complete circle to prevent any blind spots around it. 180 tilt allows the camera to see straight ahead, below, and above its position. Together, panning and tilting allow the camera to see action happening behind or next to it.

Security Camera Kits

Video surveillance kits come with everything you need to safeguard your commercial location, including a reliable NVR device and Cat5e Cables to deploy your new network security cameras. These all-inclusive surveillance camera kits are built to record any suspicious activity that occurs, including break-ins. Video evidence has proven crucial in bringing thieves to justice. However, if you do not have the adequate amount of cameras installed onto your property, you may miss the opportunity to catch criminal activity. This is why opting for security camera kits is a wise investment.

VMS Software

Video Management Software (VMS) plays a crucial role in managing your IP camera system. One of the most notable aspects of VMS is that you do not necessarily need a network video recorder (NVR) to store, record, or view your security cameras. Typically designed to work on a Windows or Unix/Linux server, security camera software allows IP camera users to monitor one or more of their surveillance cameras simultaneously (if desired). While you can view your network security cameras from an actual web browser, you’re limited to the number of options and features available, meaning you can usually just view your surveillance system versus managing and recording it.

NVR & DVR

NVRs (network video recorder) and DVRs (digital video recorder) are what you use to manage, view, and store surveillance videos. Available with a variety of software and hard drive sizes, NVRs and DVRs make it easy to save and review videos. Which one you need, and how it works, depends on having CCTV or IP surveillance cameras.