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If you’re thinking about the purchase of a CCTV surveillance system, you might have thought that the only decision you had to make was in regards to the siting of your cameras. In truth, especially for larger homes and commercial properties, there’s a lot more to consider before signing on any dotted line. Thankfully, the team at Webster Security & Fire will be able to help.
Perhaps before thinking about anything else, you need to ascertain the extent of surveillance that you require. For some locations, for example, daytime monitoring will be needed but not night-time. If you require a 24/7 remote monitoring operation, you need to consider the acquisition of infrared or night vision cameras. These days, the images given by such cameras can be incredibly clear.
Inside the property, especially in small rooms, a selection of bullet-type cameras could be the best option. They’re easy to site, they’re surprisingly affordable and they offer excellent clarity. They may not be suitable for larger areas, however. The range of a bullet camera is good, but a dome-style camera will offer a wider field of vision. You often see this type under the eaves of properties.
Another major consideration should be centred on who will be watching and when. For many residential homes, the cameras will simply record movement as and when necessary and if no problems occur the footage might never be seen again. In more security-sensitive environments, however, the images may be constantly monitored by dedicated personnel.
Locations such as shopping centres, sports arenas and public squares may require trained operators who will monitor the images throughout the day and sometimes into the night. We’ve all seen cases in the media where effective CCTV surveillance has helped to catch criminals, identify people in need of assistance or simply to calculate footfall. Here again, the clarity of the pictures can be crucial.
PTZ (Point, Tilt & Zoom) cameras can, as their name suggests, be moved as and when necessary by the viewer. If the operator was trying to ascertain the exact movements of a specific individual, it’s relatively easy to track that person throughout the time period when they are in range of cameras. These are used in a number of processes, such as determining the movements of a missing person or keeping tabs on shoplifters in a retail park.
The possibilities when it comes to CCTV surveillance are becoming more and more expansive, so it’s important for you to decide what you want and where you want it. Whether you’re monitoring a home, a business, a public utility or an open space, your options are only as good as the equipment you choose. Therefore, make sure you speak to the experienced specialists before spending your money.
Webster Security & Fire have provided CCTV surveillance and monitoring equipment to a wide range of clients in the residential, commercial and industrial sectors, and we have an in-depth knowledge of products, systems and maintenance. To start the ball rolling, all it takes is a phone call to our friendly team on 01382 330 606, so please get in touch soon. Crystal-clear images, state of the art technology and complete peace of mind are only a phone call away. We look forward to hearing from you.