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Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Digital and tape-based telephone recorders
Telephone recorders, whether they're digital or tape-based are the best way to keep track of telephone conversations whether you want to record them for the purpose of record keeping or to check the misuse of your trust or office resources.
You can also use our digital and tape-based telephone recorders at home for the safety of your family. If you have young kids you can keep track of who is calling them and whom they are calling. You can also install telephone recorders in cell phones and cordless phones so that every call can be easily recorded.
These devices can be easily fitted into any form of telephone equipment without ever getting found. You can install them at your workplace or at home without the subjects ever knowing that you have got a telephone recorder installed at the place.
But before you decide to record telephone conversations you will need to find out whether it is legal in your part of the country or not. Recording telephone conversations without the knowledge of the other person can be unlawful in many states.
The safest way of recording telephone conversations is by letting the other person know that the calls are being recorded for monitoring purpose. Many call centers play the recorded messages that tell you that your call is going to be recorded. Phone calls that are openly recorded can be used for
• Customer service
• Phone call training
• Medical record keeping
• Financial record keeping
• Legal statements
• Service agreements
• Note keeping
Totally undetectable phone recorders
Anyway, legalities aside, installing our phone recording equipment is extremely easy and undetectable. You can use tape-based telephone recorders or digital voice recorders and they both have their respective benefits. The primary problem with digital recorders is that they cannot be used with a DSL line. But the advantage is that you can easily hook them up to your PC or laptop and save the recordings on the hard disk. They come with an SD card that can be easily removed and inserted into a computer or a tablet.
With tape-based recorders you will need to save the tapes in case you don't want to erase the existing telephone call records. In case you don't need the old recordings the tapes can be easily reused.
These equipments can hold telephone conversations for up to 90 hours so there is ample space in them.
Our digital and tape-based telephone recorders are of high quality and they come with competitive pricing. The state-of-the-art technology can be easily ordered from our website or you can simply call us and place an order. Our online catalog lists all the available phone and voice recorders both under digital and tape-based categories.
Call us today and never miss what is being said over your telephone.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
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Thursday, October 28, 2010
PSB committee approves purchase of equipment
BY JENNIFER BAILEY
Commercial-News
DANVILLE — Vermilion County board and Danville city council members approved the purchase of office equipment for the Public Safety Building on Wednesday night.
The City/County PSB Committee, comprised of both county board and city council members, recommended replacing 12 remaining older computers that are six years old or older, one server and three laser printers for the city’s police department at a cost not to exceed $39,600.
Danville Public Safety Director Larry Thomason said the computers are outdated and “this will get us better in line for a rotation for the future.”
The committee also recommended approving the purchase of a copy machine for the Danville Police Department at the PSB at a cost not to exceed $2,745; and a phone recorder for the records section of the PSB at a cost not to exceed $5,720.
Thomason said the copier is used for Freedom of Information requests for reports and is used daily.
He added the telephone recorder allows the department to record all phone calls that come into the records division. The department can monitor the type of calls, what information the caller was given and how the caller was treated.
Thomason said the current system has been used on several occasions to prove or disprove complaints made against police personnel.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Telephone recorders for recording telephone calls
Telephone recorders for recording telephone calls
When a telephone conversation can be a critical source of information a telephone recorder can play a crucial role. It can be a great tool for attorneys, doctors and all those professionals who need to recall what all were exchanged during particular telephone calls. You can record telephone calls for the whole day and go through them one by one whenever you get a chance or save them for future reference.
Telephone recorders from Spyville can capture every word so that later on you can retrieve information in detail. Both digital recorders and cassette recorders have their individual benefits. You can keep on saving the cassettes as long as you need them. In the same manner you can conveniently transfer voice data from your SD card to a bigger storage device so that you can use the SD card again.
You can get both digital and analogous telephone recorders from Spyville. The digital ones save the information on an SD card or an internal memory and the analogous ones store them on cassettes tapes. They can be installed on both standard office telephones and small handheld instruments. They come in small sizes so they are not easily detectable and you can even install them at home in case you need to record telephonic conversations to keep your family safe.
Our
voice activated telephone recorders are ideal for situations where you might not remember to switch on the device. They are activated as soon as you or the other person starts talking. The smaller recording devices can easily be fitted into your cell phone.
You will need to be careful about legalities though because in some areas it is illegal to record telephone calls. Nonetheless if you need to record telephone calls you can obtain special permission from federal agencies too. Some states even require you to let the other person know that his or her conversations are being recorded.
Our telephone recorders can be useful for the following
purposes:
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Recording calls from customers and clients for accurate order
processing
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Capturing call data at your customer service center to monitor
quality control
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Recording calls from your patients for accurate diagnosis and
record-keeping
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Recording calls when you feel is a specious person is calling and
the information would be vital later on
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Recording calls in your absence so that you know what goes on
behind your back
From basic to advance you can get telephone recorders for all types of needs from Spyville. A phone call recorder can be installed on most handset phones and cordless and
corded phones. Our recorders can be set up within minutes. Many of our devices can be totally hidden from the users so nobody has to even know that you are using a telephone recorder (again, you need to know the law regarding this). We source our telephone recorders from best vendors to provide you state-of-the-art telephone recorders.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Hidden Camera Alarm Clock
This hidden camera security system lets you monitor what is important to you while remaining discreet. Our hidden camera, Disguised as a Magnasonic alarm clock, can capture over 40 days of high quality color video without anyone knowing. The easy to use, built in DVR (video recorder) system is ideal for monitoring your office, nanny, employees and valuables. Just place the alarm clock on any desk or cabinet and you will be able to record video completely undetected. A built-in motion sensor can help conserve SD card space by only triggering a recording when movement is detected. So feel free to supervise your business or home discreetly with the SV-PI300-SD and always be aware of what's happening, even when you are not there. The alarm clock plugs into a standard 110 outlet and is a functioning alarm clock. Large easy to read numbers make this a perfect fit for a covert hidden camera. This clock is very unobtrusive and will blend in in many locations. Since it is a basic alarm clock it will not attract any undue attention. Everyone will look at the time but no one will have any idea that they are being recorded.
Hidden camera Alarm Clock
This is a complete recording system that is hidden in a fully functional LCD alarm clock, you can privately monitor your office, employees, valuables or nanny with this unit's conventional appearance. The stylish alarm clock design looks like a regular Magnasonic alarm clock that will blend in to almost any area and allow you to see people's true colors.
Record over a month of Footage with the included 2GB SD card
MPEG4 compression allows you to capture up to 42 days of high quality video when you record with the included 2GB SD card1. Set your system to overwrite old footage or to stop recording when the SD card is full, it's your choice. Storing your footage is easy because you can easily remove the SD card to backup and view your footage onto a computer. (Audio not supported.)
Motion Activated Recording
Sensors within the camera can detect movement so that if someone enters your monitoring location, you will know about it. Having the unit record only when motion is detected will conserve SD memory. The unique motion "mask" allows you to block out areas with constant movement so you can be sure you are only recording what's important to you.
Easily Connect to a TV
Watch live or review previously recorded video footage by connecting to a television. This allows you to see everything you've recorded on a larger screen so you will not miss any details. To keep a permanent record of your video you can remove the SD card and transfer the files to your computer's hard drive.
Fully Functional Alarm Clock
On top of being an excellent monitoring device, this unit also works as a fully functional alarm clock. This ensures that no one will know that a camera and recording unit are also inside. Simply set to the proper time, wake time and use the alarm as needed. A buzzer will sound to alert you at your set time.
24 Hour Scheduled Recording
Setup your preferred scheduled recording time throughout a 24 hour day to ensure that you will never miss any suspicious events, even while you are away. You are able to record video footage using three different types of recording modes: manual, scheduled, and motion activation.
High Quality MPEG-4 Compression
Record MPEG-4 compressed video to the built-in 2GB SD card. This allows for days of recording without any sacrifice in your video's quality. MPEG-4 is a very common video format that is similar to most computers so reviewing and backing up your footage is easy, on any type of PC.
Compatible with High Capacity SD Memory Cards up to 32GB
This system is compatible with High Quality SD cards. That means if you use a 32GB SD card with this system, you will be able to record over 2 years of high quality video.
24/7 Lifetime Live Customer Support
Assistance is available for you whenever you need it. Simply contact us for simple tips on how to protect your property and instructional videos on topics such as camera placement. Our customer support team can be reached by phone 24/7, or by e-mail and live web chat services so that you will always have access to an expert.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Office Phone Recorder Record Your Office Phone or Your office
Phone Recorder |
Office phone recorder, with our phone recorder for your office, you will be able to record directly from the phone line or from the handset in your ofice. Plus as an added feature you can record your office (extra mic not included) . Just plug the recorder into your phone line or handset jack to begin recording all your phone conversations to your PC . Load the included, licensed software, plug the recorder into your microphone jack on your computer and begin recording. You can record every phone call that comes in and goes out of your office automatically. No cassettes to deal with. Simply open the program and listen to all your phone recordings. You can record in a variety of formats depending on the quality you need. Since your computer is the storage device you will have almost unlimited recoding times. You computers hard drive (depending on the size) will hold weeks or even months of conversations.
Since this phone recorder uses a very simple software and does not need a USB port it is the easy choice for your telephone recording needs. Never again will you have to hear "but he said or she said" because you will have a recording of every phone conversation to verify what was said and who said what.
Please remember to check your state and local laws regarding recording telephone conversations as It is the user's responsibility to insure that conversations are only recorded in accordance with the law of the jurisdiction where the equipment is utilized. Equipment is not to be used for the surreptitious interception of oral communications. All equipment is sold subject to public law, all state and Federal rules, regulations, etc.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Hidden Night Vision Camera
Are you looking for night vision cameras that you can easily disguise to capture videos and images without ever getting detected? Then you would definitely like to explore our range of cutting-edge hidden night vision cameras. They are the best surveillance gadgets you can get in the market. You can easily hide them inside electrical appliances, furniture, electric bulbs and lampshades and any other place you can creatively think of.
At Spyville.com you can get your night vision hidden camera inside a clock radio, for instance. No one will ever come to realize that this harmless clock radio is in fact a night vision hidden camera that is constantly capturing visuals and storing them so that you can retrieve the information at a convenient time.
Our clock radio night vision hidden camera comes with a 2 GB SD card that saves 1 1/2 hours of high-resolution video, 4 hours of medium-resolution video and 8 hours of low-resolution video. Later on you can easily plug the camera into your PC or laptop using a USB connection and view the footage. The camera either automatically stops capturing video when the SD card is full or it starts overwriting the oldest file saved — it depends on the recording mode you select.
Night vision cameras easily capture images and videos even when it is completely dark using the infrared technology. They are perfect for darker environments and for recording during night. You can leave them behind without bothering about having or not having enough light. It captures color images if there is light in the environment and black-and-white if it is dark.
Our clock radio night vision hidden camera comes with an automatic motion detector so that you don't miss crucial visuals. It automatically starts recording video the moment it detects motion in the room and stops when there is no motion. It can detect motion and capture it up to 25 feet even in complete darkness.
You can place the clock radio night vision hidden camera at whatever place you would like to supervise. You can leave it at your office to know what goes on behind your back. You can leave it at home to know how your nanny behaves with your kids when you're not at home. You can also spy on your spouse if you feel that something fishy is going on (although we sincerely hope that such an unfortunate event is not taking place). In fact there are many ways you can use our hidden night vision camera: but with power also comes responsibility. Kindly don't use — no matter how tempting it is — our hidden cameras for unlawful and unethical activities.
With our clock radio hidden night vision camera you will never be caught off guard. Why live in the atmosphere of suspicion if you can easily know what is going on? Besides, they are perfect if you are concerned about your children's safety when you are not there to protect them.
Would you like to know more about our clock radio night vision hidden camera? Do send us your queries using our contact form or by simply sending us an e-mail and we will provide you the relevant information.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Cell Phone Detector GPS Locator
GPS trackers Send a signal to a server that allows your vehicle to be tracked. That signal is cell phone based. Most GPS trackers are motion activated so when the car is not in motion the GPS tracker does not send a signal. Our GPS locator will scan for the cell phone frequencies and help you locate unauthorized GPS trackers.
Cell phone use is an epidemic. Children in school are texting to get answers on tests. prisoners are obtaining cell phones to use for outside contact. Students are sending test results via cell phone. Our cell phone detector will allow you to know instantly if a Cell phone based device had been activated.
Cell phones and GPS trackers have a passive mode during which they do not send out any signal. No detector will find them in this mode. The key to the cell phone detector and the GPS locator are to locate the device when it is is an active mode. Having the cell phone detector on when a cell phone device goes active will alert you immediately. keeping a car in motion will help locate a GPS tracker. Just have a friend rock the car back and forth while checking for GPS trackers.
Check out this article at our Blog for detailed information on locating a GPS tracker on your car Click Here
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Digital Picture Frame Hidden Camera
Hidden Wireless Camera With Internet Remote View |
Just set this unobtrusive gadget up in your office to see where petty cash goes, who comes into your office or just to see that the new cleaning service is in fact cleaning and not "cleaning you out". How many times have you thought I wish I had a camera in there. Well no you can have one. Not only can you record you can review the video right at your desk. Don't want to be at you desk, OK you can view the camera over the internet from anywhere, go to the beach with your laptop connect to the net and see what happens when you are not there.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Hidden Color Clock Camera
This Color Clock camera and built in DVR has motion activated video recording. Easy to use and set up with the included remote control. The clock works just as normal but only you will know that it will record every time it senses motion giving you added security and proof of any wrong doing. This clock will remain in standby mode for you to 12 hours on battery. The included remote control operates the hidden color camera inside. Once you have the clock set you can begin the motion activated recording from up to 20 feet away. Using a micro sd card you can expand the memory up to 16 Gigabytes and you can use the included ac adapter to power the clock for longer periods of time.
After you receive the clock you will need to charge it for approx 4 hours. Then flip open the covert cover and switch the camera on. You are ready to go. Set up the camera using just battery for short time jobs or use the ac adapter for long periods of time. When you have the video you want , simply connect the Color Clock camera to a PC (no Mac) and view your videos using Windows Media Player or KLM or VLC. The USB connection cable is included. OR if you have a sd card reader on your pc (not included) you can remove the micro sd card and view the video directly from the card itself.
You can also use the remote control to snap pictures. A few still shots can com in handy when you need to pass a picture around or just nee to isolate 1 person from a room of people . Just lean back with the remote hidden in your hand and snap a picture when your subject walks by.
Monday, August 23, 2010
Self-contained spy cameras that capture videos and images without wires
Monday, August 9, 2010
Nanny Cameras
agency can be nerve racking.
Background checks and references are a must, some people may think it extreme but your children are your most valuable assets and no expense should be spared in ascertaining the truth about someone who will spend some of the formative years with your children.
Nanny cameras are a small but necessary part of the process. A small investment of your time and money can save a world of problems later. Even the best pre employment checks and background checks cannot show you the nanny interacting with your children. A nanny may have the best record and excellent references but may not provide the type of care you require. Using a hidden camera you will be able to determine actual skills and see the interaction.
You can use a nanny
camera at the beginning of the nannies employment and then randomly for a few months. Once you are satisfied you may never need to use it again that is what we all hope for. But in some cases when a child seems upset or distant you may need to implement the hidden camera again to see what the problem may be. It may not be the Nanny at all it could be siblings or even some activity the child is involved in when there is not constant supervision.
Over all a nanny camera or hidden camera will give you peace of mind when dealing with new and unknown situations. Hopefully you will never record anything that causes you concern or see anything that may affect the child’s welfare, but its nice to know if god forbid something does happen you will know right away.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Cool New Hidden Cameras
The Mini Camera Pro is the next step up from our MD80 mini camera This newest version features a higher frame rate (30fps), higher storage capacity (16GB), and now has a TIME/DATE stamp. The unique metal housing and ultra small design have even been streamlined. It can be used in many recording situations such as network video, family entertainment, business meetings, outdoor sports, personal and home security evidence collection for the novice and professional.
Packed inside this small rugged DVR is a color CMOS camera with 640x480 pixels @ 30 fps. Also included is a 2GB card which will allow the user up to 2 hours of video. With a built in rechargeable battery and the capacity to use up to an 16GB micro SD card this Micro Mini DVR is both versatile and small enough to carry anywhere
Spy Camera Watch This is the first HD-Digital Video Watch camera, that allows you to shoot high-definition video, take high-quality photos and record high-quality audio, This watch camera features simple operation, elegant design, small size, it is easy to carry. It is an essential utility in business, education, security, media, justice, tourism and health care. Get a permanent record on video with our hidden spy watch camera. Save the video to your computer. The built in 4 GIG memory will hold about 3 hours of video. The Built in battery will last approximately 70 minutes. This is a PC only item no MAC functionality.
Monday, May 10, 2010
VIDEO SECURITY SYSTEMS ARE MORE AFFORDABLE THAN EVER
A few years ago, video surveillance systems were for the rich and famous, or the domain of companies who could hire specialists to design and install security camera systems. However, the advent of digital video, wireless technologies and the reduction in prices of once-exotic equipment such as infrared, night vision, and digital video recorders has brought such systems into the realm of mere mortal consumers. Security industry experts predict that sales of video security systems based on digital technologies will see double-digit growth in sales over the next couple of years—a trend that gained momentum over the last two or three years ago.
Typically, there are very few reasons why anyone installs security camera systems. It boils down to security and protection: of yourself and those important to you—be they family, employees, or customers—or the safety and protection of your property or that of your employer or your clientele, whether it’s merchandize, a home, parking lot or a bank. Pricing doesn’t drive the perceived need for video surveillance systems. It’s still, all about safety and protection. However, it’s the newer, affordable technologies that are signaling “come on in, the water’s fine” to the consumer.
Security and protection
What is it about video security systems that provide security and protection? On its face, that’s a simple question with an obvious answer, but it bears discussion because the answer is a determinant in the type of system you go with.
Surveillance systems work—basically—in two ways. They provide a deterrence factor, and they detect and help identify intruders or perpetrators, either through their mere presence or by their ability to “see” and record, day or night.
First, deterrence: A classic example of this in practice is a retail establishment with surveillance cameras in obvious view. The mere fact that a security camera system is visibly in use helps prevent theft, vandalism or more violent crimes. The cameras’ presence alone often stops a crime from happening because perpetrators don’t want to be caught on video doing their deeds, and those “pesky” cameras are right there, recording everything in the store.
Second is detection and identification: Modern surveillance systems affordably allow establishments and consumers alike to take advantage of new camera technologies such as low-light/night-vision capability, cameras that utilize infrared and motion sensors, and wide field-of-focus lenses for maximum coverage in all light levels. Many systems offer rugged, weatherproof, even bullet-resistant cameras (see Spyville.com’s fine selection of cameras). Other systems are covert and are perfect for situations where cameras are necessary. All of these new systems offer the home- or business-owner added assurance of detecting potential intruders and perpetrators before or during the commission of their crime. These camera systems will spot lurkers and intruders in low light, or will sense their movements, capturing all on video.
When hooked up to digital video recorders (DVRs), either stand-alone or networked, or directly into laptops and personal computers, they’re capable of providing hours of recording time, limited only by the amount of space on the computers’ hard-drives or DVD discs. Conversely, cameras with motion-sensing capabilities, for example, only activate when their sensors are triggered.
These newer systems can also provide high quality video recording, even in low-light or nighttime conditions. These features also avail law enforcement officers with easier identification of intruders and perpetrators, and provide prosecutors with stronger video evidence when it’s time for their cases to go to court.
Other Benefits
Thanks to internet protocol (IP) wireless and networked video systems, it’s now possible to monitor and record surveillance camera feeds from anywhere, negating the need for an on-site presence. That’s certainly a great feature for budget conscious companies and individuals.
Security and protection isn’t always about preventing shoplifting or vandalism, however. Sometimes, subtlety is called for, and there are surveillance systems for just such situations. For example, concealed surveillance cameras are a great way to keep an eye on what’s happening at home, especially when one suspects that something’s amiss. Concerned homeowners can check up on household employees or contractors to make sure that their work is done suitably, or even to just keep track of the children, if mom or dad is delayed at work or in traffic.
Companies and homeowners are reaping the cost-efficiency rewards of these affordable systems. Newer surveillance systems are not only well within the budget of many establishments and individuals, but with their wireless, networkable capabilities, they’re easier to set up and maintain. What’s more, some insurance plans offer discounts to consumers who install these systems. Those savings can go a long way toward defraying the purchase and installation costs.
Security is affordable!
Overall, video surveillance systems have never been more affordable and easier to establish. Therefore, when you’re ready to make secure your home, property or business with the added security that a video surveillance system avails you, be sure to check out Spyville.com’s full line of security and surveillance cameras. We offer systems to suit your security needs and your budget. Give us a call at 1-866-SPYVILLE or email us at info@spyville.com, we’ll be glad to answer your questions.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Spymag.com International Spy Magazine
Spy Magazine International is a collection of articles from several countries. Completely user generated spymag.com showcases new products, informs of press releases on new ventures. Spotlights individual spy and security companies.
Spymag.com is a great resource for the beginner and the expert. Private investigators can keep up on the newest technology, business owners can advertise and network. The International Spy Magazine is a great resource for beginners as the articles and and information are available not only to view online but can be printed and review at a later date.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Wireless Hidden cameras New Digital Transmission
Digital Technology , while not a new concept , is the newest addition to our spy and surveillance equipment. At Spyville.com we offer the flagship digital wireless hidden cameras. Our cameras are complete and ready to use right out of the box. We offer tech support for all of our products and make it a point to offer products form companies who will support their own products. With so many "Spy" websites its hard to make a decision on where to buy. That's why having a toll free number that get answered by real people and our own staff that actually has used and tested the products we sell. Again so many "Spy" site just put up everything they can to see what sells best NOT what does the job best or is the most reliable.
Check out our latest digital wireless hidden cameras:
This hidden wireless camera is a completely normal alarm clock. Exactly like the one you would find on a desk at reception, in a conference room or even in your home. Inside this clock radio is a wireless color camera and digital transmitter. The included receiver will connect to a USB port and record, motion activated all the video from the hidden camera directly to your PC. Then it will also stream the video out online so you can log in and check the location any time 24 / 7.
So now you can have wireless cameras that will be interference free no more horizontal solid white lines on your screen when using conventional wireless cameras. The digital signal is paired between the camera and receiver so you will get a good solid picture every time.
Check out all the newest hidden cameras Click here to Visit Spyville.com for further information.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Hidden Night Vision Camera
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Installing CCTV Cameras
Installing your own CCTV Cameras or a camera system can seem like a daunting task. Installing cameras is not difficult but does require a certain method in order to obtain the best possible results from your efforts.
First off you will need to obtain a security camera system there are many different types of camera systems CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) is usually used in commercial applications and the cameras are not plug and play.
A cctv camera is usually made to be used indoors and has a wide assortment of
lenses that can be used with it. CCTV Cameras do not include lenses and have a specific style lens that needs to be used based on the camera format. Most CCTV cameras are 24 volt AC instead of the more used 12dc that spy cameras and hidden cameras use. Some cameras are available in dual voltage they have a special circuit inside that allows you to use either 12 volt DC or 24 AC power.
- Powered: A powered lens takes power from the back of the camera using a four pin plug or a 2 conductor cable
- Non Powered: The lens requires no power to operate.
- Auto Iris: An auto Iris lens adjust automatically f to the amount of light available.
- Manual Iris: You need to set the Iris to a position that allows just so much light in. (Not used much any more)
- Vari-Focal Lens: The lens can be adjusted manually and locked in position. This type of lens is very good for on going construction and for loss prevention people who move their cameras often.
- Zoom lens: A powered lens that uses a control to zoom in and out live.
- Fixed Lens: A fixed lens is a permanently fixed field of view.
CCTV cameras are set up a little different than spy cameras are. We will start with site design.
Sometime ago I wrote about how to position your cameras so Ill skip that for now.
Installing security cameras
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Wireless Motion Alert
CHAMBERLAIN® INTRODUCES NEW WIRELESS
MOTION ALERT
System Instantly Notifies You When and Where Someone Enters Your
Property
Elmhurst, IL – November 18, 2009 – With the constant flurry of
activities taking place on your property, whether it’s an urban or
suburban residence or a larger rural setting, it’s important to always
be aware of what is happening and who is approaching -- from the
driveway to the doorway to backyard patio or pool -- in order to ensure
a sense of security for your home and property as well as your family.
Chamberlain, the world’s largest garage door opener manufacturer and
leading do-it-yourself access control innovator, has introduced the
Chamberlain Wireless Motion Alert (model SV-CWA2000), a versatile, affordable,
easy-to-install, wireless alert system that notifies homeowners and
residents of any activity on the property, using both light and sound.
Offering homeowners peace-of-mind, the SV-CWA2000 safely monitors the
property without having to leave the comfort and security of their home.
Whether it alerts you to unannounced guests stopping by for a visit, an
unexpected delivery, a mail drop or trespassers in the middle of the
night, this affordable, convenient and versatile weather-resistant
wireless alert system comes equipped with a motion sensor that can
detect movement from up to 30 feet away. In addition, the system
includes a portable base unit which can be easily transported from
room-to-room and is capable of receiving alerts from up to a half-mile
away.
Designed to provide a long battery life and without the physical
limitation of expensive wired systems, the CWA2000 can be installed
practically anywhere in and around the home and property. For example,
installing wireless alert sensors near driveways, garages, sheds, pool
entrances or front and back entryways can afford home and property owners the freedom to completely customize how they want these alert systems to work on their properties and to instantly alert them to when and where someone or something has broken the perimeter.
In addition to the range and flexibility of the
wireless alert system, the SV-CWA2000 is also expandable, allowing home and property owners to add up to three additional sensors in order to cover multiple locations.
In order to help homeowners visualize how this system works, Chamberlain
developed a hilarious ‘how-to” video called “The Harrisons Take
Control,” which chronicles a suburban couple, Burt and Sharon, as they
take the necessary steps to protect their property with the CWA2000
system. The video can be found Click HERE
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Using Security Alarms While Traveling
When you are traveling you should follow some basic rules in order to protect yourself. Your home security camera system cannot travel with you and even though you are well protected while at home you need to be conscious of your security wherever you are.
First off a little common sense goes a long way. Like the announcement at the airport says do not leave your bags unattended. A laptop bag is recognizable to most anyone and is the easiest to pick up and walk away with. Everyone has a bag and who would notice who picks up what?
You should also remember to keep your zippers closed or use a zipper alarm to protect your stuff.
Keep a little cash in your pocket during your trip so you can keep your wallet in your pocket. No need to show off how much money or how many credit cards you have. People who pay attention will know what to look for and what pocket you keep the wallet in.
Hotel room are not very secure while you are not in them. A door security alarm can be used to keep unwanted guest out of your room. Keep your wallet and passport with you no matter what. DO NOT leave them in the room. I am sure that most maids are honest but why take a chance. Keep you bags closed and your laptop or other personal electronics in their own bag. I think even the trunk of your rental car is safer than hotel room.
Most airline do not allow you to lock your bags anymore but they have no regulations about ribbons, you can tie a red or yellow ribbon on the zippers to keep them closed. Inspectors can untie the ribbons if they want to inspect the contents. A thief will just move to the next bag its faster and easier than untying yours.
The best security tool you have is still your brain. Watch out for things that may lead to problems.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
How to Tips for Inexpensive Home Security
Security is important for everyone. You cant just depend on an alarm system or a camera system. You do not need to spend large amounts of money to help in your personal security just use a little common sense.
When I worked for an installation company my boss was forever pushing us to sell home inspections. At the time he charged 29.99 and would go out and look around, print a report and collect money.
What you need to do is put yourself in the place of a criminal. Take an hour one afternoon to figure out a way to get into your house NOT break into your house. Walk around the whole house check all the doors and windows including the garage and basement doors. You would be surprised at the number of people who leave a door unlocked. Look at the basement windows you may not be willing to crawl through them but a criminal would. How about you shed or barn is it locked? A simple padlock will send a criminal next door or down the street (hopefully to another neighborhood) That is the point. Make them work and they will leave, if criminals wanted to work they would get a job, knowing it will be easier somewhere else makes their choice for them, why work when they can just walk in to somewhere down the street.
Why bother to lock my garage there is nothing there to steal. Well unless you have a big empty room and keep nothing but your car in the garage there is something to steal. Plus once a criminal knows of an unlocked door what keeps them from coming back when the car is there? Or waiting for you to return. Home invasion is rampant in the US so why give that extra edge to them? Even a handful of tools and some old appliances can be sold for cash for what ever the needs of the person who steals it.
TEN TIPS TO HELP KEEP YOUR HOUSE SAFE.
(in no particular order)
1. Screw your basement windows closed. ( you can break them if you need to get out for a fire)
2. Lock your doors. You paid for the locks you might as well use them.
3. Don't leave easily removable items in the yard. I would guess that crimes of opportunity must be a large percentage of overall theft. A bike or a small lawn mower left in the yard overnight night just disappear.
4. Use door guards on your sliding doors this is as easy as cutting a broomstick to fit.
5. Don't advertise what you buy. A giant cardboard box in the front of your house from that new flat screen is an invitation
6. Old but good, stop your mail and newspapers when you go on vacation
7. Lock your car doors. Cd's and ipods are easy to grabs and walk away with.
8. Keep your wallet in your pocket and put some cash in your pocket. Same for a purse. Why show everyone how much or what is in your wallet or purse.
9. Don't leave notes on the door for deliveries letting them know that you are at work all day or next door having coffee.
10. Video tape or take pictures of everything you own ( it really does not take that long)you can give this to the police if something should happen.
If you make it easier for the police they can do a better job. Just like everything else in life if you take a little time to be prepared you can avoid theft for the most part.
Sometimes someone wants in so bad they will find a way. They may have an reason, they may not. That is where a video security system or alarm system can come in handy.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
Dome Security Cameras
Security Dome Cameras are used for locations where you may not want people to see what direction the camera is pointing. A smoked or tinted dome can deter theft in many locations even though the camera is not pointed towards the person. All though They do not know where the camera is looking they ususally would move on rather than find out. Most criminals know that there may not even be a camera in the dome or that it only can see in one direction but it still works. Criminals like easy jobs so they will go where they know there are no cameras.
Another type of dome camera is a vandal proof dome camera this type of camera has a very smooth surface and special tools (usually included with the camera) to mount and adjust the camera. This makes it hard for someone to move the camera to keep them hidden from view. So you have a good chance of getting a picture of a vandal even if they manage to destroy the camera.
There are also night vision dome cameras that will see in total darkness and can be vandal proof as well as used indoor and outdoor.
Some dome camera are varifocal, this means the the lens in internally adjusted. This high resolution dome camera has a built in 2.8mm to 10 mm lens making it very adaptable to many situations that you may need a camera for. The lens size determines the focal range (view)of the camera. In example a 2.8 mm lens is a very wide picture approximately 25 feet wide @ 10 feet away the edges do become blurry at that lens size (also called a fish eye lens) and at the other end of the lens 10 mm picture is only about 4.5 feet wide at ten feet away. The subject of the picture is much more magnified at 10 mm than at 2.8. You can use a vari focal to set the view the way you want it.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
New Video Pen Camera
Our Video Pen camera has a massive 8 GB storage built in and will hold approx 6 hours of video. The internal battery lasts about 1 hour after being fully charge via a USB port (approx 45 mins. to charge) So charge it up and head to your meeting or next surveillance case where you need quality video of the boss or the claimant doing what they shouldn't. Remember you need to respect other peoples privacy and that it may not be legal to record in all areas.
The unique design and slim pen size offers Multi-functions with great features that will allow you to use it anywhere and anytime. We offer the slimmest pen camcorder with high-definition digital video recording and it offers outstanding high-definition digital video camera recording and USB data transfer and charging.
This Video camera pen functions as a 2 Mega Pixel Still shot camera as well. Great for those quick pictures when you don't have you regular camera. Also built into our spy pen camera is a web cam simply connect to your USB via the included cable and load the included software. You can start doing video conferencing right away use it for your IM or just to record video for your own use. Its also a functioning ink pen with an included refill.