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Saturday, 24 September 2011

Wireless Security Camera Systems

Consumers and companies want to fend off the crime. They need surveillance systems that can swiftly detect possible threats and prevent crime. The great way to comply with the need of the surveillance systems Security cameras systems sometimes be an alternative one, but they sometimes are difficult to be installed. 

With the improvement of technology the Wireless Security Camera Systems solve the above technical difficulty, they are on the forefront of that technology. Many of users use this system for various tasks including monitoring of pets while they are at work, the system truly staggering options to the end users. Having no hardwired into system, with battery or plugging power source system the wireless system is easy to be installed and saves users the cost of wiring. They can record the video feed, the video live over the internet from.

The three main types of Wireless Security Camera Systems are included Outdoor Wireless Security Camera System, Wireless IP Security Camera System and Wireless Surveillance Camera Systems.

Used in a typical home security setting the outdoor Wireless Security Camera System have replaced the standard hardwired camera. For operation they need any electrical power source such as a standard electrical outlet, power battery or solar cell system. Standard electrical outlet will support the stability of device operation, but battery power will faster lose the energy when they are operated for outdoor solar power system also could lose power in the event of rainy days or overcast weather.

Wireless IP Security Camera is one of typical Wireless Security Camera Systems.
Basically the camera is a self contained webcam, and their function is in a similar way to a webcam, the signal is sent back to a base or connects to the home wireless internet. Using this type of camera and with internet connection what the camera sees can be log or can be recorded via computer or digital video recorder at any time or from any place.

Disguised as an everyday household object such as clocks, DVD players, children's toys etc., a nanny cam is a wireless surveillance camera and also one of many typical Wireless Security Camera Systems. When to be combined with a wireless IP camera this system will function as wireless IP Security Camera or as hidden surveillance camera, many people use these to view caretakers or employees in their homes. 

Wireless Security Cameras

On a wireless camera system the signal of pictures from camera are sent by transmitter and collected by receiver then output it to VCR. Generally small in dimension they can be placed or moved at anywhere to monitor on the something objects in house from the office or anywhere. Each of camera transmitter and receiver need different power supply, usually they are provided by battery or AC adapter. Sometimes they are also used as Wireless Security Cameras, which will offer more benefits than the wired surveillance models.

The Hidden wireless camera and Mini Wireless cameras are the two types of Wireless Security Cameras among many types ones.

As the Hidden Wireless Security Cameras, the clock radio camera and wireless transmitter is powered internally by plugging in the clock it self. Then the picture-signal from wireless transmitter are collected by the wireless receiver and routed it to the monitor or to the alternative recording device. This type of camera can be used for a small business that can be placed anywhere so that every activity of the employees can be kept under surveillance.

Setting of Mini Wireless Security Cameras are easy and they can be used as a nanny that gives you to know the activity of kids or baby to make sure that they are not harming. Or as surveillance camera, to make sure that there are not some unwanted visitor while no one at home. Runs at real time the video can be recorded without delay to the vcr. This camera will be powered with either battery or ac plug in, then connect to receiver and vcr.

Network Camera

The user can manage the monitoring process by an IP Network Camera with a Web browser or with video management software. Defined as the combination of camera and computer that captures and sends live video over an IP network, some IP network cameras come with a built in web server in operation as a stand-alone unit and only need a connection through a wired or wireless means.

To monitor the parking area where many employees leaves their cars and to prevent them from car theft many business companies use an IP Network Camera especially when it is dark. For easier connection the use of a wireless network is sometimes preferable especially true of businesses to connect the network from one building to the other.

Not only limited to businesses in order to monitor activity on their property, many homeowners concerns with the security are investing in IP Network Camera IP  with computers.

Several questions should be answered before making decision to purchase IP Network Camera and to ensure a functional solution that will meet the needs as follows : Application Requirements, Lighting variance, Environmental Requirements, Source of Camera power, Network considerations, Surveillance monitoring / recording requirements, Integration requirements

From application view the four sides perimeter should be covered by the IP Network Camera for home requirement are one indoor cameras at front entrance and car port to monitor who comes or goes, one indoor cameras in the kitchen, one indoor cameras in the kid room and one outdoor cameras for outside monitoring.

For the best flexibility a low flux rated indoor camera will be considered, and an Outdoor with infrared illuminator will be required for the area have little to no lighting source. A weatherproof enclosure with heating and cooling camera will be required for IP Network Camera.

The mounting place for IP Network Camera power source is usually 120 volt, ac, but when there is no facilities a camera with POE (power over Ethernet) could be considered.

802.11 g wireless is available for most of network cameras, this could be considered to install for enable connectivity to the IP Network Camera.

Mini Camera

Come with a built in LCD screen the digital Mini Camera may helps to frame the shot before snapping and view the picture immediately. Featured with built in autofocus and the optical zoom up to 10 x., a number of things can be done that impossible to do it by the film camera. Because of its unique and easy to use they can be the best companion for travelers. There are a few features must be sure while searching before purchasing.

Due attention should be given to the megapixel rating because they are the Basic Features of digital Mini Camera, a higher megapixel can store more data then also produces superior quality enlargements. Since most of the pictures taken are within 4X6, a minimum of 3 megapixels will be suitable.

Second attention that should be considered are the battery usage before purchasing a mini digital Mini Camera. The economic battery and can be used in the long run are the AA batteries, since they are rechargeable this battery type can offer around 400-500 shots per set of battery.

When purchase digital Mini Camera make sure that it has the fast shutter lag. The shutter lag is time required for the autofocus mechanism to terminate then trip the shutter to commence for process an image. Varies from camera to camera the faster shutter lag is the best one.

While buying a mini digital camera keep in mind for the flexible optical zoom rate as another important feature, zoom rate of 5X – 10X will provides the better zoom in and for the necessary close-up shots.

With a digital camera, the photographs can be easily uploaded in the PC, all the need of the photographs are stored on a reusable media chip, the images can be easily edited and printed anytime.

Home Security Cameras


Found in every conceivable place to record and monitor who enter the home and everything they do. Come in many different styles including dome, bullet, infrared and c-mount each Home Security cameras serves a different purpose. Several factors should be considered such as use the security camera inside or outside, during the day or night time before to purchase the best one.

Nowadays the most popular of  Home Security cameras are the Bullet style, they can be used either inside or outside. With all of the required mounting hardware and the weather-resistant casings they are available in monochrome or color. Bullet style camera have a fixed 4mm lens and offers a 70 degree angle of view is the widest angle one can have without distorting the picture capable to to see facial features out to about 35 feet.

Another more popular of  Home Security cameras are the Infrared type, as inside or outside using. They allow to monitor and record an image in low or no lighting conditions for up to 25 feet or more.

The Day/night type security camera are also a new type of  Home Security cameras and especially use as outdoor applications. Has an extra sensitive imaging chip this type of camera capable to capture a good picture in low light situations without using infrared LEDS.

Provided with lens can that be changed the color c-mount type security cameras are special Home Security cameras can be used to monitor and zoom into the particular indoor area with distance more than 35 ft.

Can withstand a 10 lb sledgehammer blow Dome type security cameras are excellent Home Security cameras for those worried about tampering, indoor, outdoor, day or night time.

Digital Casio Camera

Were introduced in 1995 the QV-10 is the first Digital Casio Camera with an LCD screen, then the EX-S1 at 11.3 mm as the thinnest digital camera and featuring megapixel technology was launched in  2002.

The EX-S500 was the latest tiny Digital Casio Camera at half an inch thin, 3X optical zoom, 5.0 megapixels and 2.2" LCD screen has the ability to record over an hour of VGA quality video at 30 fps with an additional features include anti-shake digital signal processor, this camera is Tiny but Powerful.

The Casio Exilim EX-Z750 with 3X optical zoom, 7.2 megapixels, 2.5" LCD screen and optical viewfinder is another model. With its dimension as 3.5 x 2.3 x .88 inches, this Digital Casio Camera is supported by the Z750's long life Li-ion battery allows up to 325 shots or nearly 3 hours of continuous video on a single charge.

The Casio Exilim Pro EX-P600 with 4X optical zoom, 6.0 megapixels is the sophisticated pocket Digital Casio Camera.With its dimension as 3.8 x 2.7 x 1.8 inches this camera has auto and manual exposure controls and more for the serious photographer.

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