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Seconds That Matter: When Real-Time Viewing Isn’t Real-Time
Did you know that some CCTV systems can exhibit a live view delay of up to three seconds?When we talk about live view delay, or latency, we're referring to the time difference between an action taking place in front of a camera and the moment you see that same action on a monitor. With potential breaches, accidents, and criminal activity occurring in the blink of an eye, those three seconds can be the difference between effective intervention and a missed opportunity. This article will dissect the causes of this often-overlooked issue, explore which systems offer the lowest latency, examine real-world applications where minimal delay is paramount, and provide practical strategies to reduce lag in your CCTV setup.
A Hard Dive into Hard Drives: The Essential Guide to...
Using the wrong type of hard drive can severely compromise your system's performance and reliability, leaving you with unusable footage when you need it most. This article will provide you with the essential knowledge to make informed decisions about hard drive selection for your CCTV system. We will cover the different types of hard drives available, explain why surveillance-rated drives are a must for continuous recording, and detail the potential consequences of using standard desktop drives.
Deciphering CCTV Camera Features: Find Out What Matters To You
Choosing the right CCTV cameras for your home or business can feel overwhelming. The sheer volume of options available, coupled with a confusing array of features, specifications, and manufacturer-specific terminology, can quickly turn the decision-making process into a minefield. It's easy to get lost in a sea of technical language, struggling to understand the true impact of each feature and how it translates into real-world security benefits. This blog post aims to simplify the process by explaining key CCTV camera features, such as smart search, colour night vision, and active deterrence. We'll also explore how leading manufacturers like Hikvision and Dahua use different terminology for the same function, providing you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and choose the best features for your specific needs.
Best Selling CCTV Cameras of 2024 – Top 5 Cameras...
There are officially less than 100 days left until we welcome 2025, so we thought it’s time we share our top 5 best-selling cameras of the year so far. This year the collection of products on the CCTV Outlet has grown with choices to let our visitors pick what suits their needs most, whether they are looking at security for their homes or for other properties. With a wide variety of options on all the brands featured on CCTV Outlet, what is our customers' top choice brand in analogue and IP cameras.
Essential tips on choosing the right home security camera
Buying a security system for your property consists of a lot of research and can become confusing when there is a such a wide variety of products and features available.
When you begin to research, it’s helpful to make a note on what you like and what you need in a system as you may find that each product is different. To help you, we’ve written a prioty list on how to figure out what type of system suits your needs.
What is Analogue and IP?
What is Analogue and IP?
Analogue is the traditional type of surveillance. It transfers video over the cable directly into the recorder. Recorders used for analogue systems are either the traditional old VCRs (Video Cassette Recorders) used in older systems, or the updated DVRs (Digital Video Recorders), which use hard drives to store footage instead of cassette tapes.
IP is the term for the modern digital system which is simplified and easy to install. These systems use a LAN (Local Area Network) cable, also known as a Network Cable, to send images over the same network as the recorder using a simple plug and play method.