CCTV - Closed
Circuit Television
CCTV - Closed Circuit
Television. A television system intended
as a "closed" system, rather than broadcast
system, to be viewed by only a very limited number of
viewers e.g. 1 camera to 1 monitor in its simplest form.
Cameras Work!
Statistics point to major reductions in the amount
of crime being committed where there are cameras are
installed. An article in 'New Scientist' magazine showed
that simply installing a system can reduce crime, in
the areas covered, by over 95%. As our customers inform
us that they are having similar results in all types
of business, you will begin to appreciate why CCTV is
seen by many as the best system for deterrent and detection.
Benefits of CCTV
CCTV equipment can provide instant alerts when trouble
occurs, ensuring that crime against people, theft and
vandalism are all substantially reduced. And when crime
does occur, CCTV system incident recording can provide
valuable evidence, improving the likelihood of a conviction.
CCTV security system technology and CCTV equipment
can be used in both internal and external environments
to watch over and protect people, property, vehicles
and valuables.
CCTV Security Systems
- In a retail environment
In the retail sector, the use of CCTV is not confined
to the prevention of crime. Properly designed and implemented,
modern digital CCTV also provides valuable management
information, as well as crowd control, staff monitoring
and support.
With a safer environment and increased peace-of-mind
for staff, customers and the general public, there are
benefits in terms of increased traffic and business.
Internal shrinkage is a major problem for the retail
sector. By using CCTV to monitor cashier activity, these
losses can be significantly reduced.
Covert & Discreet
Cameras
We can supply and install cameras hidden inside a variety
of everyday appliances and inconspicuous housings. Take
a look at how they can improve the effectiveness of
your security installations!
- Hidden cameras are virtually undetectable yet provide
high quality picture even through a pinhole
- Hidden cameras provide security without creating
an oppressive environment
- They actually detect crime whereas visible cameras
tend to deter
- An effective solution for eliminating office theft,
shoplifting, stock shrinkage and burglary
CCTV is now commonplace in most environments with a
vast array of equipment available. As a professional
installation company, we can provide the best solution
to meet your requirements and budget.
Our solutions incorporate only quality equipment from
manufactures such as Panasonic, Sony Bosch and Pentax.
We also lead the way in Ethernet CCTV, pioneering the
latest technology to transmit quality CCTV images over
LAN's/WAN's and the Internet.
What Digital CCTV Recording
can do for you.
Technology to take your CCTV recordings to a new dimension.
- Instant image retrieval
- Record what you need when you need it
- View your pictures anywhere in the world
- No tapes!
Cost Savings
Tape changes are eliminated saving tape costs and staff
time.
Quality and Security
Digital recording provides high quality images far
in advance of standard video tapes. Images may be easily
copied or emailed without degradation. Authentication
software ensures images are tamperproof.
Standalone Digital Recorder
Standalone Digital Recorders offer a simple upgrade
for your current system retaining VCR style controls
for easy use.
Proper Maintenance
Metropolitan Police Service Commissioner Sir John Stevens
told a recent press conference:
"CCTV is a powerful weapon
in preventing and detecting crime – just look
how it helped us catch the nail bomber in a matter of
days. But without proper maintenance, clean lenses and
decent tapes it's a bit like looking at things through
a snowstorm."
Whether you are protecting your business or your home
against robbery and theft, If you use CCTV to protect
your premises you should check your system.
There are a few simple rules to ensure that CCTV is
not rendered useless:
- Change tapes daily*
- Use them no more than 12 times*
- Keep tapes for at least a month (Check with your
Data Protection Policy)*
- Use good quality tapes and check them by playing
them on a different machine*
- Ensure that the picture is clear
- Check that the time and date displays are correct
- Check that the picture is covering the right area
- Make sure there is enough light for the camera
to give a proper picture
*Time-Lapse Video Recorder
Police Investigators
For CCTV recordings to be effective in detecting and
investigating crime they must be fit for purpose and
easily accessible by police investigators. For digital
CCTV there are 4 main areas that must be considered:
- Quality - are the pictures good enough?
- Storage - are the pictures stored appropriately?
- Export - can the pictures be easily exported from
the system?
- Playback - can the pictures be easily viewed by
authorised third parties?
More
information on Police requirements for Digital CCTV
Systems.
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