Cameras Combat Crime in Amish Country

Located in the heart of Dutch country, Lancaster, Pennsylvania may have the image as one of the tranquil places in the country. But in reality, it's one of the most crime-laden cities in the country. In 2008, Lancaster ranked 9th among cities its size in violent crimes rates. For this reason, city officials took a step to protect their citizens by installing 160 cameras across four square miles within Lancaster. According to CBS, that's more cameras than major cities such as Boston or San Francisco.

The cameras are monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week by paid employees, who can zoom in and out when they see something suspicious. According to Lancaster Police Chief, Keith Sadler, the camera monitors are to call 911 when they see unusual activity and the police are immediately notified. As a matter of fact, live video feeds can be sent right to police dispatchers.

So far, the cameras have captured a number of crimes, such as DUI accidents, an illegal gun sale, and an assault on an elderly victim by a group of teenagers. The cameras also helped catch a murderer. According to the victim's mother, Freda Brown, the jury was able to watch everything that happened via camera footage of her 19 year old son's violent death.

But as with anything, the camera experiment is not without controversy. One Lancaster citizen says the camera captures him walking down his street or sitting on his front porch. His complaint is not that the cameras are in place, but who is behind the monitors watching them. While the cameras are funded partially by the city, they are also funded by private individuals, individuals who some citizens say have an agenda.

Joe Morales, the head of the security coalition that operates the cameras says he understands that the monitoring system is a touchy subject, "We understand how serious this is, the very serious nature of the work we're doing. And we know that it wouldn't take very much to damage the trust and integrity we've earned up to this point."

And the debate continues. Over the last seven years, since the cameras began being implemented, some citizens point out that the crime rate has held steady. But for Freda Brown, the cameras were an instrumental tool in bringing her son's murderer to justice.

According to CBS, at least four more cities in the United States are considering implementing the same program.

Florida Officers Caught On Security Camera Playing Wii

Wii video games are gaining popularity all over the world, they're so easy to play they're almost ideal even for non-gammers. Well that was never proven more true than during a Florida drug task force raid in September.

Polk County Sheriff's Drug Task Force raided a home near Lakeland, FL. Instead of acting like professional police officers, they were distracted by a video game, Wii Bowling, to be exact. Unfortunately for the officers, the whole day was caught on a security camera connected to the homeowners computer. (Video.)

Various members of the task force are seen on video playing a game of Wii Bowling for more than an hour. While the whole raid lasted roughly nine hours and cost the tax payers of Polk Country nearly $4,000. In all, 11 members of the team were found to be at fault in an internal investigation. They all received 2 hours of retraining and their supervising sergeants are to complete 4 hours of retraining.

"We are learning from our mistakes," said sheriff's Chief of Staff Gary Hester. "I'm absolutely convinced these folks will never do that again. I think we handled (the investigation) appropriately."

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Cameras Coming to Coral Springs, FL

The city of Coral Springs, Florida will be installing security cameras at the intersection of University Drive and Atlantic Boulevard soon. If all goes according to planned, the cameras will help catch criminals and prevent would-be criminals from committing crimes.

"I want this at every intersection so if we're looking for somebody, we are able to follow their progress and stay on top of them. What I envision: there is a robbery, we pull up the camera in that area, you can follow [the car] in a system of cameras, and say 'he passed through this intersection and took a right.' And on DVD is that suspect at the bank driving away which is a beautiful piece of evidence to go to court with," said City Commissioner Tom Powers.

Atlantic and University was chosen because it is the city's busiest intersection. Unlike nearby Pembroke Pines, the cameras will not be used to catch traffic violators.

Forfeiture money will be used to purchase the cameras, not tax dollars. What is forfeiture money? It's money collected by cities after arrests from suspects who are later convicted and it comes mostly from drug-related crimes. Powers said of the funding, "The beauty of this is the money will come from forfeiture money, so criminals are paying for technology to catch other criminals." On average, Coral Springs gets between $250,000 and $400,000 in forfeiture funds each year.

A number of other nearby cities are also looking to prevent crimes with cameras, but with more specific goals in mine. In Lighthouse Point, Florida, poles have been installed at the town's 26 entrances and exits. Eventually, each pole will have a camera. While Coral Springs is planning to use their surveillance system to prevent crime, Lighthouse Point Police Chief Ross Licata says their cameras will be used to monitor license plates, in order to find stolen cars and wanted felons. "We're not using it to track the general public to see them coming and going, we're not using this to write tickets," he told the Sun Sentinel.

Though they may have different goals and budgets with what they plan to do with their camera systems, all of the cities do have one thing in common, the hope that the cameras will deter crime. "If there's a chance of getting caught, [criminals] will think twice about it. Rudy Giuliani put more police officers on the street, and crime went down. It doesn't mean more people got caught they were afraid of being caught," Powers said of the camera system's desired outcome.

Dallas Security Cameras

Located in North Texas and covering over 385 square miles, Dallas is the third largest city in the state and the eighth largest city in the United States. Its 12-county metropolitan area, known as Dallas-Ft. Worth-Arlington, is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country and the number-one fastest growing metropolitan area in the country. Not only is the area home to over six million people, but it's home to thousands of businesses including 25 Fortune 500 companies, such as AT&T, Exxon Mobile, Southwest Airlines, and Blockbuster Inc. The Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is one of the largest and busiest in the world and Dallas is the third most popular business travel destination in the country!

With so many people in and of the city, it's important to take all measures of precaution when it comes to security. That's why Dallas CCTV Security Camera Systems are popular products when it comes to protecting your business. Whether your company is part of the oil, telecommunications, banking and commerce, or transportation businesses or any part of Dallas's diverse economy, we can help you find the right surveillance system that's right for your company and your budget.

CCTV systems serve so many purposes. Protect your business, monitor your employees, deter crime, or in the event your company is subject to a criminal incident, provide law enforcement agencies with footage of the suspect. To learn more about how CCTV can help you and your business, or to get a fast quote, call 877-422-190 or visit www.camerasecuritynow.com today.

Granddad Bandit Caught on Camera

The "Granddad Bandit" is wanted in seven states and now the FBI is involved. A $10,000 reward is being offered for any information that will lead to an arrest in a string of bank robberies being committed by an older man. Since April 2009, the man has hit at least nine banks in Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Arkansas, Texas, Alabama, and New York.

Images of the man have been captured on each bank's surveillance system, showing exactly why the FBI nicknamed him the "Granddad Bandit." He looks like any other bank customer and doesn't attempt to cover his appearance. Atlanta FBI Special Agent Stephen Emmet says that while the man is not armed, he's a "nuisance" to the banking industry and needs to be removed from the streets, "He's going into the banks and being very subdued. He wants to fly under the radar and not draw attention to himself." Images from the various bank security cameras have been used to connect the robberies to the same man and have been released all over the country, in hopes that other law enforcement agencies will recognize him, maybe even connect him to other robberies, and help get information that will lead to his arrest.

The man is calm and quiet, doesn't attract attention to himself, and generally leaves the bank without disrupting his surroundings. He does this by passing a note to the teller, demanding a certain amount of cash. He is thought to be between 50-60 years old, is between 6' and 6'4 and weighs between 220 and 250 pounds, with a stocky build. He's bald on top with short, gray hair on the sides and wears glasses. As Special Agent Emmet says, "He looks kind of like your father or your grandfather." If you have any information or recognize the man, please contact the Atlanta FBI.

CCTV catches cross-dressing cage fighters being attacked

CCTV in the in Welsh city of Swansea caught an unusual street brawl earlier this month. Dean Gardener, 19, and Jason Fender, 22, both men were extremely drunk and had just finished a fight with other people in the street when they found what they thought to be two cross-dressing men and easy prey.

They went to attack the two men, dressed in women's clothes, and suddenly found themselves on the losing end of the fight, which lasted only a matter of a few seconds. The two men they attacked were cage fighters. After finishing the fight, the cage fighters picked up their purses and continued on their way. Leaving the would-be attackers laying on the sidewalk.

CCTV cameras follow the men as they get up and stagger down the street and seem to seek refuge in an alley way. A short time later they are seen being arrested by police officers. The police found out later that the two men were attacked by men in drag. Mark Davies, defending at Swansea Magistrates’ Court, said: “You know it cannot have been a good night when you get into a fight with two cross-dressing men."

Security Cameras for Hospitals

When people think of security cameras in businesses, hospitals aren't usually the first thing that comes to mind. Even so, a quality surveillance system placed in strategic spots on hospital grounds can not only serve safety and security purposes, but it can become a cost-effective way to prevent lawsuits, monitor staff and patients, and weed out dishonest medical claims.

Safety and Security - Cameras are used most often to prevent break-ins and deter crimes, which can occur anywhere, even in a hospital. With so many people coming and going, and so much commotion in emergency rooms and at hospital entrances, the wrong person could easily get inside and cause harm to hospital staff and patients. Properly placed cameras can help law enforcement officials identify these criminals in order to make an arrest. Also, when people are sick, they tend to act out of the ordinary. Sometimes patients who have waited for long periods of time or are unhappy with the care and service they are receiving have tendency to become violent. Security cameras can help staff keep an eye on busy waiting rooms and monitor patients and their families' demeanor.

Monitor Your Employees - Even in small hospitals, it's impossible for managers and supervisors to be everywhere at once. There are so many rooms and locations spread over such a large area that many employees often go unsupervised for long periods of times. Not only will security cameras help you keep a close watch on your employees when you suspect they aren't performing up to your standards, employees who suspect they are being watched will most likely work harder and make better decisions. Also, when there is a dispute between employees, a security camera could very well be the key to what actually happened.

Evidence for Preventing Claims and Lawsuits: Let's face it; not everyone is honest. Some people are just out to see who they can sue to make a buck and this sort of behavior is prevalent in the medical world. Thousands of fraudulent health insurance claims are filed each year. Hospital security cameras can be relied on in cases like this, to see how patients were acting when they weren't being watched by staff. In addition, false claims filed about on-site accidents and incidents might be handled by simply reviewing the video of the time the patient claims to have been on hospital grounds.

Real-time Monitoring: If a patient is awaiting care, becomes ill or passes out, and no one is around to see it or better yet, everyone around her is too busy to notice, her life could be at risk. Many security systems allow for real-time monitoring through personal computers. This allows front desk staff to keep an eye on their patients, even when they're busy filling out paperwork.

There are just so many reasons as to why having a proper security camera system in a hospital or health care setting is important. If you manage such a facility, you really can't afford not to have one in place.

Once you do make the decision to protect your hospital, staff and patients, it's important to make sure your cameras are properly placed. Here are a few tips about hospital camera set-up:

• As with any business, you'll want to make sure you have cameras at all entrances to and exits from the building to make sure you see every single person who enters and leaves the building


• Also, place camera in tight spaces that provide easy opportunities for bullies and criminals to corner and attack innocent people such as elevators, utility closets, stairwells and fire escapes.


• Cameras placed in halls and waiting room keep a close watch on your patients and staff and allow you to monitor everything from behavior to how busy your facility is


• You should also consider placing cameras outside your hospital or health care facility such as in parking lots, loading areas, and rest areas.

Montana Law Enforcement Praises High-Quality CCTV

Butte-Silver Bow Police Captain Doug Conway says security cameras make his job a lot easier. "Video is a great source of evidence to investigators," he told the Montana Standard.

Recently, a burglar broke through a glass door and left RD's Party Shop, in Butte, Montana, with as much beer and as many cigarettes as he could fit in his hands. The man had no idea that a security camera was pointed at him. Police were able to release images of the suspect to the media and the man was quickly apprehended. That's the forth break-in the store has been subject to in four months.

But just because a store has a security camera, doesn't mean there will be an arrest. Often times, stores purchase poor, cheap equipment and then once it's installed, poor placement and bad lighting can leave law enforcement scratching their heads. "Business owners should think about spending the extra money to get a better system," Conway told the paper. High quality images can lead to better identification of facial features and other details, and often times can help identify even license plate numbers on a get-away car.

Some blame the recession for recent increases in crime; as more people lose their jobs and life savings, they're more willing to turn to theft to feed their families and their habits. As crime becomes more and more of an issue, business-owners in Montana are becoming more and more concerned about protecting their property and their employees at all costs.

But buying a quality surveillance system is just the first step. As Conway suggested, cameras need proper placement. For example, a camera placed too high will only get you pictures of the top of the thief's head. Considering most criminals wear masks and hoods, that's not going to help officials identify the person. It's also a good idea to keep your system updated and to keep up with the latest technology. Roy Morris, the owner of RD's Party Shop in Butte, said he likes to upgrade his system every three to four years.

Boston's Green Line Trolleys to Get Security Cameras

According to the Boston Globe, the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) will be putting security cameras on the Green Line trolleys as part of a safety initiative. Funded with $500,000 from the Department of Homeland Security, a pilot program that allows the MBTA to test the cameras on the underground trolleys will begin soon. The goal is to increase security on Boston's transit system by allowing Transit Police the opportunity to monitor the system in real time.

"Our hope is that the cameras will be able to be viewed in a police cruiser, so that an officer responding to a call will have real-time viewing of what is happening on the scene," Chief Paul Macmillan said in a statement last week. Cameras are already installed on the city's more than 300 buses and subway stations and according to MBTA spokesman Joe Pestaturo, police have used video from the cameras in nearly 500 investigations.

"Since we’ve installed the closed-circuit television system, we’ve had great success using it to solve crimes and identify offenders. We think this enhances awareness on what is happening on our transit system and on the train," MacMillan told the Globe. He also stated that the ability to use the cameras to keep the public safe outweighs some groups concerns of privacy.

The installation of the cameras in the trolleys will be a two-phase operation. Phase one will begin later this year and it see that two trolleys are equipped with four cameras a piece. Phase two will do the same for three more trolleys.

Citizens told the Boston Globe they welcome the extra protection. "If people know there is a camera on the train, it will prevent them from doing something wrong," one man said.

Historic British Park Gets CCTV Security

Earlier this year, the historic Lydiard House at Great Brittain's famed Lydiard Park was subject to vandalism and other "anti-social behavior." The home, which dates back to the 18th century was the home of the aristocratic Bolingbroke family and is currently owned by the Swindon Borough Council. According to the BBC, the council has made the decision to install a total of nine surveillance cameras at the site.

This is not the first time the historic site has been subject to vandalism. Several incidents have taken place over the last few years, costing taxpayers money for repairs.

The park's manager, Stuart Webb, thinks the cameras will be an important part of preventing future incidents and keeping park visitors safe, "Like everybody else, we have problems - we had problems last year. Putting the cameras in place is part of a raft of measures to make sure people feel safe and make sure they have a fantastic time when they visit Lydiard."

CCTV security cameras are being placed in more and more parks and historical sites in the United States, as well. Government officials are hoping the presence of Security Cameras will make parks and attractions more desirable to visitors by keeping crime at bay.

Delaware Security Cameras

Delaware certainly isn't the largest state in the nation - it's the smallest only after Rhode Island - but it definitely has a large economy. It boats the ninth largest per capita income in the United states and its economy as a whole is often said to be better than that of our entire country. Unfortunately, as more and more people move from neighboring states to take advantage of its economy, more and more crime is moving into the state as well, particularly around the larger cities.

Each day, more Delaware business owners make the decision to install new or replace old or out of date security cameras and networks. A properly installed security camera system can prevent theft and vandalism; keep your establishment, employees and customers safe and secure; allow you to keep an eye on your day-to-day operations; and serve as a key aid to law enforcement in case a crime or accident does occur. At Camera Security Now, we know you are looking for top quality surveillance for your company and we want to do what we can to help fit your needs. That's why we offer competitive prices, a full range of products and excellent customer service. Once you've decided what type of security cameras you're looking for, we'll provide a local professional installer in Delaware or anywhere in the United States to make sure your system meets your satisfaction.

If you want to keep your Delaware business safe and secure with the latest security camera technology, visit our website to get a fast quote on Delaware security cameras or call 877-422-1907 today!

Security Cameras for Schools

Whether you're in charge of a daycare center, an elementary school, a high school or a college, both public and private, one of your main concerns is the safety of your students and teachers. Since incidents like those at Columbine High School and Virginia Tech, concerns about safety on school campuses have grown and more precautions are being taken to step up security. One sure way of keeping your school safe is a quality surveillance system. Cameras placed around school campuses take notice of everything from unwelcome visitors to violence amongst students. As a matter of fact, many schools are currently updating old systems security camera and putting even more cameras in and around school buildings...

The Hoxie, Arkansas School District is installing 180 new security cameras this summer. The cameras will be placed in areas such as classrooms, hallways, the cafeteria and outside, around the school. The School District Superintendent says the cameras will not only keep kids safe, but should help decrease discipline problems, allowing teachers to spend more time educating students.

In Bay City, Michigan, Bay City Public Schools are installing security cameras in middle and high schools. The district received a grant from Coca-Cola to help better the schools and according to the superintendent, they have wanted to install cameras in several areas throughout the schools for a while now. Each principal at each school has designed a plan for the cameras that will help enhance school security and allow administrators to monitor what's going on within the school.

Several schools in the Alle-Kiski Valley (the greater Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area) are installing more security cameras in their school systems, hoping to reduce crime. While local residents hope the cameras will prevent drug dealers and child molesters from entering or even moving to the area, local police say cameras have already prevented and solved many problems including vandalism and fightigh, because students know there is an extra eye on them.

Camera Security Now can help keep your students safe and help you keep watch over your school. To get a fast quote on security camera surveillance systems visit our website or call 1-877-422-1907 today.

Connecticut Security Cameras

Connecticut is the 4th most densely populated state in the nation and has one of the highest per capita incomes. Its proximity to New York City makes it an ideal spot for suburban living. Its gorgeous coast and beautiful New England scenery also make it an ideal spot for tourism. Whether you're business supports Connecticut residents or the many people who travel to the state each year, one thing is certain: a proper surveillance system can be detrimental to your company.

Whether you want to deter crime, monitor your own employees, or simply have that extra set of eyes on your business facility, a DVR or CCTV security camera system is just what you're looking for. If you are starting a new business or expanding/updating an established one, Camera Security Now is the place to turn for your security camera needs. We offer a full line of the latest products in surveillance at low, competitive prices. We also provide local, professional technicians to install your cameras and network to your satisfaction and answer your questions.

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Security Cameras for Car Dealerships

With incidents of theft and vandalism on the rise, no car dealership should be without a quality security camera system. A good system allows you to keep watch over your employees and customers, serves as an excellent deterrent for would-be criminals and in the event of a crime, provides information and evidence that can lead to arrests and prosecution. Dealership owners and managers can monitor the dealership in real time or play back previously recorded events.

Even if your dealership has a surveillance camera system, chances are, it's outdated and you are not using the newest technology. For example, IP cameras record video at a much higher resolution than a traditional CCTV camera. This feature can allow you to zoom in closer to see anything from a person's face to a close-up of a vehicle tag number. It is often recommended that IP cameras be used to supplement your current CCTV system for cost effectiveness and because IP cameras with their high resolution, often don't record at the same speed as the CCTV system does. However, the two combined can make for a perfect combination in car dealership surveillance, offering the ability for multiple event notifications, methods and remote monitoring, capable of being used by law enforcement at any time.

Regardless of what kind of system you implement - CCTV, IP, or a combination of the two, - security cameras are a must-have for any car dealership. For more information or to get a fast Car Dealership Security Camera Quote Request, visit our website at www.CameraSecurityNow.com or call 877-422-1907 today!

California Security Cameras

California is the most populous state in the United States and the third largest in land area. It features three of the top ten largest U.S. cities and is home to several leading international businesses. It is also our country's top agricultural state. On the other hand, California is also one of the top states for violent crimes. With so many people coming and going and so much business taking place in the state each day, it's important that business owners in the "Golden State" make safety and security a top priority. Whether you're monitoring your own employees or looking to prevent or deter theft and vandalism, a good quality surveillance camera system can be save you thousands of dollars and keep your operations running smoothly. DVR and CCTV cameras can be helpful whether you're running a hotel or a bank, a bar or a construction site.

If you're starting a new business or looking to update or replace an old or outdated camera system, Camera Security Now can help. We offer the best service, the best prices and a full line of quality products along with professional local installation. Whether you're located in the northern mountains of California, in Southern California, near the border, or anywhere in the United States, we can provide you with all of your security camera needs.

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Security Cameras for Daycare Centers

With the unsteady economy, more and more families are seeing both parents going to work and many daycare centers are seeing an increase in enrollment numbers. When most parents make the decision to put their child in daycare, one of their top priorities is to find a center who is dedicated to keeping their children safe and secure. One of the easiest and most important ways to show parents you are on top of that is by implementing a quality security camera system. Not only will it help attract new customers, but it can be put to use in many other ways that are beneficial to your center:

- Monitoring Your Staff: Staff turnover in daycare centers is often high and finding the best candidate for the job can be a job within itself. Even once you've chosen your new teachers and assistants, things don't always go as planned. While it's certainly important to trust your staff, keeping an eye on their day-to-day actions is a must. It's important that you are on top of what's going on in your classrooms for the safety of the children in your care and to protect the reputation of your center. At the same time, an employee of a center with a superior camera security system is more likely to be aware that they are being watched and give 110%.

- Protecting Children and Staff: Anyone who has ever worked with children knows to expect the unexpected. When you have dozens and maybe even hundreds of children in your care, you can't watch every door to your building at every moment of the day. A security camera can, though, alerting to you to potential threats and unwelcome visitors.

- Preventing Lawsuits: As much as you work to prevent it, there is always the chance that something can go wrong. Whether it's an accident, suspected child abuse or anything else that may cause a parent to seek legal action, security cameras can provide the key evidence to make your case.

These are just a few of the many ways that security cameras can help make your daycare center safe and secure. For more information or to receive a fast quote on Daycare Center Security Cameras, visit our website at www.CameraSecurityNow.com or call 1-877-422-1907 today!

Alabama Security Camera System Installers

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Arkansas Security Cameras

When people think of Arkansas business, they generally think of agriculture and industry. While these make up a large part of Arkansas' economy, the state is also home to several businesses including some of the most known in the world: Wal-Mart, J.B. Hunt, and Tyson Foods. In recent years, several automobile manufacturers have opened factories in the state and with its natural beauty, tourism has also been a big part of the Arkansas economy. With such a wide variety of business opportunities combined with the state government's many business and commercial services design to attract entrepreneurs, it's no wonder that Arkansas is ranked in the top ten states for both business cost and growth prospects by Forbes.

Whether starting a new company or updating and growing an established one, safety and security should be high on any business owner or manager's "to do" list. At CamereaSecurityNow.com, we understand the proper security cameras or surveillance system can keep your company and employees safe and keep your operations running smoothly. This is why we offer quality service, competitive pricing and a full line of the best in CCTV/DVR and other security camera products, along with a professional technician to install your security system no matter where you're located in Arkansas.

If you are in Arkansas or anywhere in the United States, one call or click can provide you with what you need to keep your company safe. Just call 877-422-1907 or visit our website to get a fast quote on Arkansas Security Cameras.

Convenience Store Security Cameras

It's no secret that convenience stores are often subject to robbery, shoplifting and other violent crimes. As a matter of fact, according to Crime Magazine, convenience store workers are second only to police officers in being victims of homicide and it has been one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States for many years. In some cities, such as Dallas, Texas, law enforcement agencies have been forced to create special task forces and store owners have been forced to closed their doors for this reason.

There are any number of reasons for high crimes at convenience stores including the small number of staff on duty at any given time, late-night hours when there are most likely to be less witnesses, smaller stores make for easier navigation, and the fact that most purchases are made with cash. From federal agencies such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to private groups such as National Association of Convenience Stores, many studies have taken place on what can be done to prevent or lessen the number of crimes committed at convenience stores. One finding that each study seems to have in common is implementing better security measures including an increase and update to store Security Cameras.

If you watch your local news stations, chances are you've seen some sort of surveillance camera footage from a local convenience store or gas station. In most cases, the camera has caught the suspect on video and law enforcement is asking for the public's help in identifying the person who committed the crime. A security camera system that is able to capture quality images can lead to the capture of the most violent criminals and make other would-be criminals think twice about committing a crime at the same location. Video and images from cameras are also often used in court to prosecute those who committed the crime.

Most convenience stores are also gas stations and it's hard for a single clerk to monitor both the store and the gas pumps at all time. With the rising prices of gas in the United States, many people are turning to theft to keep their tanks full. Gas station owners all over the country will tell you they've seen an increase in the number of customers who drive off without paying for that full tank of gas and many times, unless you are lucky enough that an employee or another customer witnessed the incident, these crimes will go unpunished. A carefully placed security camera can help clerks, owners, and law enforcement officials get a description of the customer, their car, and the car's tag number, making it easier to track down the thief.

Another great reason to have security cameras installed in your store is to monitor your own employees. In smaller stores and at night, most stores are attended by one single person. Chances are, that person is trustworthy and doing the job they were hired to do but every once in a while, someone with poor judgment comes along and takes advantage of the situation. Studies show that employees who are aware they are being monitored are less likely to steal cash or items from their place of employment, particularly convenience stores.

If you are a convenience store owner, not having security cameras or having out-of-date cameras is a risk you can't afford to take. CameraSecurityNow.com can help you choose and install the right cameras for your convenience store. For more information or to get a Convenience Store Security Quote, visit our website at or call 877-422-1907.

New York's MTA to put Security Cameras on SubwayTrain

By the end of 2009, CCTV Security Cameras will be all over one New York City subway train. The surveillance cameras will be placed in every corner of each car, so that no space is left unmonitored. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has not said which train or line will have the cameras, but the agency says the experimental surveillance program will help aid emergency officials in the case of an emergency and the presence of cameras should make criminals think twice about committing a crime. In a post 9/11 world, authorities say the cameras are also an important part of the war against terror. It is thought that the installation of the cameras will also help with legal problems by helping authorities piece together a timeline and facts that lead to incidents and accidents. MTA has paid millions of dollars in damages due to lawsuits from injured passengers in the past.

Because of financial reasons and despite pleas from advocates, the cameras will not be monitored in real time but the filmed footage will be stored in a central database. About 2,500 cameras are currently installed throughout the subway system, but not on the actual trains. Many of them are passenger identification cameras which are located at turnstiles in over 100 stations.

Arizona Security Cameras

Throughout the years, Arizona has become a popular spot for travel, retirement and relocation. Its dry climate, beautiful art and culture, and many tourist attractions including the Grand Canyon, are just a few of the reasons why the state boasts an economy larger than that of several European nations. Thousands of companies call Arizona's major cities such as Phoenix, Tuscon, Tempe, Flagstaff, and Glendale home, as well as the smaller cities in between.

No matter the size or location, any business owner knows that safety and security are two of the most important aspects of any business. Whether you are preventing employee theft or protecting your business from harm, the proper security camera system can be the key to smooth operations. Whether you are setting up security at a new business, or looking to update and old system at your existing business, Camera Security Now can provide you with you with what you need in Arizona and all over North America. We offer quality service, competitive pricing, and a full line of the best DVR/CCTV products in the business along with a local professional who can install your security cameras and network.

Keep your business secure and safe with the latest in security camera technology by calling 877-422-1907 or visiting our website to get an express quote on Arizona Security Cameras.

Security Cameras in Government Facilities

In 2008, the Department of Homeland Security requested an 8% increase in their budget, most of which went to purchasing and installing Security Cameras. This government trend toward surveillance is not just happening at the federal level. City, county, and state governments are updating their old systems putting more security cameras in high-crime areas, jails, areas such as parks that are highly vandalized, public transportation, water treatment facilities, government buildings and more.

In Mission, Texas, the local police department has had surveillance systems placed in public parks and other undisclosed locations. The cameras, monitored from the police department, allow authorities to scan the park and zoom in to particular areas of concern. The Police Chief hopes the cameras will deter criminal activity and keep predators out of city parks.

Five national airports - Cincinnati International, Ronald Reagan National, Spokane International, Gerald R. Ford International, and Boise, Idaho - will receive $8 million worth of stimulus funds to add new surveillance cameras to their facilities. The Department of Homeland Security says the Closed Circuit Television Cameras will add a "critical layer of security" at the airports by helping to detect threats and aid in emergency response efforts.

The Jacksonville Transit Authority (JTA), in Jacksonville Florida, will be installing security cameras on all buses in hopes that it will prevent crime. The JTA says they want to help keep their riders and drivers safe and secure and should any incident take place, images taken from the camera will help law enforcement identify suspects, if needed.

These are just a few of the ways various government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels are using security cameras to keep their constiuients safe by preventing crime and making it easier to identify suspects. If you are looking for a quality security camera system, Camera Security Now can help. Visit our website at CameraSecurityNow.com or call 877-422-1907 to get a fast quote on CCTV & DVR Security Cameras.

Alaska Security Cameras

Every year, more and more Americans are moving to Alaska for a unique living experience. Lower costs of loving, steady employment growth, the state's location in the global market, and a sense of adventure are just a few things attracting residents from the lower 48. As the state's population grows, so does the need for new businesses and a higher demand is placed on existing companies.

An important aspect of any successful business is safety and security. From preventing employee theft to protecting your workers and products, a proper security camera system can be the key to keeping things running smoothly. Whether you run a bank or a bar; you're starting a new business or needing to replace an old, outdated system, Camera Security Now can provide you with video surveillance anywhere in Alaska and all over the United States! With quality service, competitive pricing, and a full line of the best in DVR/CCTV products, we can fill all of your camera security needs. We provide not only the equipment, but a local professional technician to install your cameras and network.

If you want to keep your business safe and secure with the latest security camera technology, visit our website to get a fast quote on Alaska security cameras or call 877-422-1907 today.

Security Cameras Protect Your Business

Just last week, in the Washington D.C. area, gunfire was heard in the parking lot of a strip mall, near a Chuck E. Cheese restaurant. Police arrived on the scene to find a woman with a gunshot wound to the leg; a second victim had already been taken to the hospital by a friend. Video from security cameras located around other businesses near the restaurant allowed detectives to identify the parties involved and piece together a timeline of events. The suspects have been caught and charged thanks to quality security cameras.

This weekend, in Beaverton, Oregon, a man was caught on camera, stealing a laptop from an Internet cafe. A female accomplice distracted employees, while a man cut the cords to a laptop and stuffed it in his pants. It took employees over half an hour to notice that a theft had occurred and the suspects had already left the cafe with the laptop. Fortunately, the entire incident was caught on the cafe's newly-installed security cameras and police were able to feed the footage to local media, asking for help in identifying the suspects.

In Wiscasset, Maine, a man was arrested in connection with the burglaries of six different businesses, after local police released images taken from a restaurant security camera to local media. An acquaintance of the suspect saw the footage and contacted the police, helping them identify the man. According to the police department, several others phoned in to identify the suspect after the photos were shown on local news programs.

These are just a few examples of the hundreds of crimes caught on camera throughout the country, each day. Because the owners of these businesses took the time to install surveillance systems, suspects were easily identified and arrested, property was recovered, employees and customers were protected, future incidents were prevented and lives were possibly saved. At Camera Security Now, we know quality security cameras are part of the foundation of success for your business. That's why we offer a full line of products, quality service, competitive pricing, and even provide a local, professional technician to install your security system.

To get a fast quote on CCTV and DVR Security Cameras, visit our website at www.CameraSecurityNow.com or call 877-422-1907 today!

GeoVision v8.3 New Features

The GeoVision Surveillance and Video Management Platform is the core system platform that provides video monitoring and different advanced video analytic s/control features to support many of enterprise's management functions. It is also a scalable, extensible platform that you can customize as well as integrate it with other security system applications like POS/ATM/EAS for loss prevention, access control for building automation, license plate recognition system for law enforcement, entrance control and revenue collection, megapixel IP devices for critical area and mobile object monitoring and central monitoring stations for high profile security areas in commercial, industrial and residential markets.

But the 8.3 version of GeoVision has added some key new features to its service. These new features include:

Support for 32 channels in GV-System and CMS applications

Support for two GV Video Capture Cards in GV-System

New features to Main System which include:
Digital Matrix
Lost Signal Alarm
Crowd Detection
Single Camera Tracking
etc...

New Features to ViewLog which includes:
Support for Daylight Savings Time (DST)
Playback for GPS tracks from GV-Compact DVR and GV-Video Server
Colorful mode to enhance video color for playback

New Features to WebCam
Multicast
Audio Broadcast
POS/Wiegand Live View option added to Single View
New GUI for Remote Playback (RPB)
Support for BlackBerry phones

New features to SMS Server
Unlimited log retention time
Support for new alert events including crowd detection and advanced scene change detection
Support for Wavecom GPRS Modem

New Features to Center V2
Remote control of I/O devices from GV IP devices
Unlimited log retention time
Colorful mode to enhance video color
Assigned a DVR client to another Center V2

New features to VSM
Remote control of I/O devices from GV IP devices
Unlimited log retention time
Automatic insertion of ID and name to SMS messages
Support of new alert events like crowd detection and advanced scene change detection

New features to Dispatch Server
Unlimited log retention time
Colorful mode to enhance video color

New features to control center
Colorful mode to enhance video color
GV-Keyboard support in Matrix
Remote control of I/O devices from GV IP devices
etc...

New Applications
GV-GIS (Geographic Information System)
Multicast
Audio Broadcast

New Devices
GV-I/O Box 4 Ports
GV-I/O Box 8 Ports
GV-I/O Box 16 Ports

GeoVision is an easy to use high quality security system. With the new features in GeoVision v8.3 you can count on having a high quality system that isn't overly complicated to use. For all the details on GeoVision v8.3 check out the link above or feel free to send in a request for more Geovision 8.3 information.

Axis Security Cameras

Axis Security Cameras have been around for over 25 years. They started out as a company of just two individuals to now being a company of more than20 sales offices and a network of 24,000 partners worldwide. Axises continued growth over the years has allowed them to become number on in the network video camera market with a market share of 33.5% according to IMS Research.

Axis has attributed its growth to the switch of companies going from analogue cameras to the better quality IP-bases digital surveillance. Axis cameras also come wiith many advanced features such as motion detection, power over ethernet, audio, video analytics, and a tampering alarm. Axis mainly focuses on three main camera types including: fixed cameras, network-dome cameras, and PTZ cameras. Axis's great experience and advanced features have allowed it to become number one in the netwrok video camera market.

Click here to request more information on axis security cameras.

Alabama Security Cameras

The world of security cameras is growing at a steady rate. More and more people and businesses are incorporating the use of security cameras in their homes and businesses for various reasons. But getting a security camera network installed at your business isn't as easy as going to a store, buying some cameras and setting them up. You need professional technicians that know exactly what they are doing.

That's why Camera Security Now is dedicated to providing you with the latest in camera security systems and networking. Camera Security Now offers experienced camera security services all across the state of Alabama. With Camera Security Now you can have a full functional camera security network installed at your home or business by a local camera security technician.

Camera Security Now offers a full line of DVR/CCTV Security Camera products in Alabama. Quality Geovision DVR Security Camera Systems are now available to businesses in Alabama as well as standard body cameras, dome cameras, bullet cameras, and PTZ cameras. Camera Security Now will send out a local professional camera security technician to install your camera network and will also check to make sure everything is working to yiour satisfaction.

If you have an existing/outdated tape-based CCTV system, then Camera Security Now can upgrade you to an internet based system making the hassle of recording tapes a thing of the past. If you are thinking about a high quality security camera system for your home or business start by clicking here for a Alabama Security Camera Quote. Or call Camera Security Now at 877-422-1907 or visit www.camearsecuritynow.com.

School CCTV Catches Vandals

In Albuquerque, New Mexico four students were caught vandalizing Polk Middle School. The police were able to arrest and charge the vandals thanks to the help of a CCTV camera that was being monitored by the Public Schools security personnel.

The 4 vandals were reported climbing on top of the roof and knocking out one of the security cameras just after 7 p.m. Luckily the school had a second CCTV camera to catch the vandals who were reported to have caused $5000 worth of damage.

Should Fast Food Restaurants Have Surveillance?

If you work at a gas station, convenience store, or fast food restaurant, then you always run the risk of one serious problem, getting robbed. All across the country, people are hitting these types of stores for some quick cash. In Albany Georgia, a Subway was held up by a gunman and the register was cleaned out Thursday morning following the robbery of a Taco Bell on the same street earlier in the week. But, luckily for the police, the subway had active security cameras.

Unlike stores that sell alcohol, fast food restaurants are not required to have working security cameras. But after recent events, people are beginning to wonder if they should be. All stores that sell alcohol have required working surveillance equipment to deter robbers away from attacking and to aid police investigations should someone attempt to do so. However, fast food restaurants have just as many people if not more traveling in and out of their stores everyday and are at the same risk as these other convenience stores or gas stations. And with the recent outbreak of robberies on them, it looks like they may need security as well.

There are mixed feelings about security cameras being installed at fast food restaurants. Police officials and people of the community think it would be a good idea. Citizens as well as employees would feel much safer in the establishment. Citizens are now starting to fear even going into some fast food places for fear of someone robbing the establishment. On the other hand, fast food restaurant owners would be required to purchase and maintain the equipment themselves, forcing them to handle all the costs. This is the biggest problem with requiring places, like Subway, to have security systems. Owners may not necessarily want to pay for all of the costs yet with the recent robberies, options for the safety of employees and customers is growing thin.

So whether or not fast food restaurants will be required to install and maintain security cameras has yet to be determined. But if robberies, like the ones in Albany, continue, owners and mangers may have no other choice.

Security Camera Viewing Now Available on iPhone

If you own a business, a nice home, a nice car, or anything like that then you know that security is a big deal. People all across the country are getting into security cameras for many different reasons but, as most people with security cameras know, you can only view whats going on with the cameras if you are looking at the monitors.

GeoVision has been working hard to make it easy for you to access your security camera feeds whenever and wherever you want. With their newest version, V8.12, GeoVision has integrated support for Windows Vista and with mobile surveillance viewing. Previously, GeoVision was incompatible with the latest Microsoft OS, Windows Vista. The demand for all things to be available on a mobile device is growing steadily and GeoVision is working hard to help make your security camera viewing easily accessible on your mobile device.

But GeoVision isn't the only company working hard to mobilize security camera viewing. The company iVision, has just created a service that will allow you to stream your security camera feed directly to your iPhone mobile device*. iVision boasts a super clear resolution and an easy to use user interface on your iPhone. iVision supports many different DVR manufaturers and directly supports commercial DVR's as well as consumer DVR's with unlimited access starting at $39.99 a month. iVision has an easy, 5 minute set up with no port forwarding giving you fast and easy access to your security camera system. iVision boasts extremely fast servers and a focus on clarity all while giving you the freedom of taking your security camera viewing with you anywhere.

With GeoVision and iVision taking security system viewing to the next level, we can guarantee that if we want something watched, we can do it whenever and wherever we want to. The world truly is going mobile. With inventions like the iPhone allowing video streaming, picture streaming, GPS, internet, music, making calls, and now even security camera feeds, we can only imagine what will come next.

Go to Securitycamerasnow.com to read the full story on GeoVision V8.12 or to get a GeoVision quote request for quote request for our iPhone compatiable CCTV / DVR Security Camera System.

*UPDATE: iPhone remote view now provided at no charge from Geovision in every new copy of their software that ships for no additional charge with every GeoVision DVR card.

The Land Of The Enslaved And Home Of The Scared

If you live in England you might be being watched by a CCTV right now. Britain is officially the most watched country in the world. There are close to four million CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) cameras, one for every 14 citizens. If you live in London, the chances are you are caught on camera about 300 times a day. England has always been ahead of the game was installed by London Transport in 1961.By the middle 90’s every major city in England had security cameras in their central areas and the government has spent 78% of its crime prevention budget on cameras. Up to £300 million pounds a year is spent on the when it comes to security cameras and surveillance.

The first such surveillance system surveillance of streets, housing estates, sports arenas, car parks and other public spaces. With numbers like this one can almost bet that someone is almost always watching you.

As sophisticated as technology has become cameras are now linked to databases set to scan and identify individual faces in crowds. For all the “eyes in the sky” crime numbers have not dropped that much. Detective Chief Inspector Mick Neville said it was a “fiasco” that only 3 per cent of street robberies in London were solved using CCTV. Mr. Neville, who heads the Visual Images, Identifications and Detections Office (Viido) unit, told the Security Document World Conference that the use of CCTV images as evidence in court has been very poor.

This has not detoured England from investing in the newest and most high tech cameras.
If famed author of “1984” George Orwell, a story about the government watching everything we do, could see the world today he would see that he wasn’t far off.

Security Camera Tips for Driveway Security

If you are like many homeowners, you want to ensure the well being of your house and property. Although not a new concept, many homeowners are beginning to utilize security cameras in order to help assure the safety homes, and in particular, they are using Driveway Security Cameras. With recent advances in technology and the lowered cost of cameras and hardware, this trend has risen to record levels over the last year.

For those unfamiliar with with the concept of utilizing security cameras to keep an eye on your home or your driveway, there are several things to consider before buying and installing your security system.

What is in your driveway.

Before deciding what type of security system you want to install for your home, you need to take into consideration how expensive the items in your driveway are and if they justify a professional grade security system. Do need to be able to monitor your driveway in live time while you are away? Or do you simply want to keep a video record of any events that might have taken place. Things like this will determine what kind of security system you will need to fit your specifications.

What you will need for your Driveway Security System.

The minimum driveway security system we suggest would consist of a GeoVision based PC DVR along with a single bullet camera. Although the system specs of even the most basic system can vary greatly we find that a GeoVision 650 PC with a 17" LCD and a bullet camera is more than enough for your most basic needs. For the camera itself it would be ideal to get a low light color bullet camera with a wide angle lens. It is important to note that a wide angle lens will bring some limitations to the effective viewing distance of the camera and such it is best to put the camera in close proximity to the objects you want to monitor. Another great reason to use bullet cameras for your security project is that they are usually extremely small and black in color making them extremely hard to notice. Whats also great about this type of security system is that the DVR(Digital Video Recorder) will record all the happenings for you to watch at a later date.

Conclusion.

Getting a professional grade security system to monitor your home or driveway is an extremely worthwhile project for many homeowners. To learn more about Driveway Security Cameras see the links below or call us today at 877-422-1907 and talk to a security camera professional and get started with your security project today.

To learn more about Security Cameras visit our CCTV Learning Center or our Ask a CCTV Expert Discussion forum.

Gas Station Security Camera Systems

Security Camera Tips and Benefits for Gas Stations

Security Cameras at Gas Stations…not a new concept , yet one you should consider before oil goes back to $140 a barrel.

Most gas stations across the country have been using one form or another of security cameras for years. Many stations still have their original taped-based security system while others still use just a monitor with no recording device at all.

One important thing these holdouts from the last century might want to consider is that even without a modern DVR or a recording device the wire that the CCTV security cameras are most likely using is a common coax cable still used today. This allows a great deal of the old infrastructure and sometimes the cameras themselves to be easily incorporated into a new PC Based DVR security system.

If your Gas Station Security Camera System has been installed for so long that you have not quite caught the significance of this, let me remind you that, depending on how many cameras you have installed and how large your facility, the cost of installing the wiring for the cameras could have easily been over 30% of the total cost of your security system. Being able to use the existing wire is then a great savings for those looking to upgrade.

Full Story: Gas Station Security Cameras

ISC West Show Coming To Las Vegas

ISC West is one of the years biggest Security Convention of the year and is a must see for anyone in the Security Camera Field. With over 1000 exhibits and 24,000 professionals you can expect to be find something thats just right for you. Weather you install and sell Security Cameras or maybe you are in the market to buy a security camera or camera system ISC West is the place to be.

The ISC West show will take place on April 1st through the 3rd at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas Nevada. For more info please see our ISC West Show page.

Connecting Audio Interface Adapters to Microphones

In this video from CameraSecuritynow, Woodio explains how a microphone connects to an audio interface adapter so you can record audio along with your video.

To learn more about Audio Interface Adapters make sure to check out camerasecurity now and also check out our CCTV Learning Center.

Miami Security Cameras

This month we are doing a special feature on security cameras in the city of Miami, Florida. CCTV Security Camera’s are a common site in Florida’s largest city Miami. With a population estimated to be over 400,000 and a surrounding metropolitan area of 5.5 million people it is easy to see why Miami is one of the nation’s fastest growing cities.

Along with the boom in the population Miami is also seeing a great increase in development and construction of sky rise building of 400 feet and higher. Miami is actually third in the US for high rise developments. The boom has also brought along with it a high demand for Security Cameras for traditional office space. Security Cameras play a vital role in keeping an office safe and secure. It is also a great utility for staff to watch over their employees.

If you would like to learn more about our GeoVision security camera solutions for Miami visit our CCTV Learning Center or ask a question on our discussion forum entitled Ask a CCTV expert.

Jewelry Store Robbery caught on CCTV

Three robbers enter the D Jewelers in Phoenix and spray him with mace. They knock out the glass window in the display case and the clerk pulls out a handgun and shoots them all one time. As of now, it is considered self defense, but the Maricopa County Attorney's Office will review the case a final time to determine if he will be charged.

Installing A Geovision PTZ Camera

In this video from CameraSecuritynow, Woodio explains how to install a Geovision PTZ Camera to your computer network card and get the PTZ camera recognized and running via the Geovision Software.

To learn more about PTZ Cameras make sure to check out camerasecurity now and also check out our CCTV Learning Center.

Security camera can see through clothes

Before all you guy’s run out to buy the new Thruvision T5000 you should know it’s not that type of camera .Although it can see through clothes what it doesn’t do is give you the full anatomy picture. So woman don’t worry this security camera won’t revile the things you may be concerned about.

The T5000 can only see through clothes well enough to detect things such as explosives, liquids, weapons and narcotics. These are things we should be concerned with and a camera that can spot them is not a bad thing. Right?

The Thurvision T5000 unlike X-rays doesn’t emit radiation it can only detect it. This camera picks up Terahertz rays, or T-rays that naturally emitted by all objects and can even pass through walls or fabric.

There are some airports that have been using such technology for a while now, but the T5000 is more for open areas like border crossings. In the world we live in, technology Is taking great leaps in security and security cameras and the Thurvision is just newest example of this.

KJB Micro Eyes DVR Ball Camera

Wow, so I know all of you out there have always had that notion to spy on someone. Your sitting somewhere and you wonder what someone says about you behind your back or what your kid really does in his room. Well now you can get those questions answered! And you can get answers with a significantly less chance of getting busted!

Check out the KJB Micro Eyes DVR Ball Camera.(isnt the kjb russian secret police?) This thing is pretty cool. Its a mini dvr camera that can fit virtully anywhere. How you ask? Well thats largely due to the fact that the KJB Micro Ball is about the size of an average ping pong ball, which is also the world's very first ball shaped mini dvr camera. Inside the compact shape is a motion activated camera and dvr that captures images at 30 FPS at 320x240 resolution. It comes with a 128mb internal memory and can support up to a 2 gig micro sd card.

Some added features include 1 t.v. output port, rechargeable Li-Polymer battery 3.7V DC 380mA, continuous 6 hour recording, USB connector/adaptor 5V DC 2A,recording on motion detection 4-24 hours, MPEG 4, camera: CMOS under 1 Lux 55 degrees and weighs 1 ounce. This camera is perfect for anything from vehicle security, sports or business security to schools homes or whatever your little heart desires.

How to get email alerts from your Geovision DVR

In this video from CameraSecuritynow.com, I explain how to setup your Geovision DVR server to send you email alerts when motion is detected on certain cameras.

Security Camera Catches Plane Landing In Huson River

As you are aware on January 15th a US Airways Jet landed in the Hudson River after both of its engines failed. All 155 passengers made it out alive. The pilot had radioed air traffic controllers saying he had experienced a bird strike and declared an emergency landing. The Video was caught at 3:31 P.M by a NY Pier Security Camera.

And this is just one example of why it's critical to make sure you buy a quality security camera system. Because you never know how important that video could be.

Are IP Bullet Cameras Right For You?

When dealing with security cameras its not always the specs that will dictate which type of camera will be best, but instead the situation in which it will be used. In order to answer the question "Will an IP Bullet Camera be right for me?" we will take a look at some of the scenarios in which an IP Bullet Camera will excel at.

1. You Only Need A Single Camera - IP Cameras are great when needed in limited numbers due to high bandwidth needs associated with with IP cameras. Too many IP cameras and they will fail to function in terms of framerate and resolution, even with a great connection.

2. You Need an Easy Way to Monitor Your Camera - IP Cameras can easily be monitored on the web and you can even put a live shot on your web page. If you are ever curios as to whats happening right now you can log in from anywhere with an internet connection and see.

3. You Need Visual Access to Remote Locations - With the ability to be viewed through the internet, you can add remote locations to your surveillance network through the use of an IP Camera.

4. You Don't Want to Record the Video - If you only need to monitor a specific area for a short amount of time during the day why waste money on DVR's and storage.

5. Its What they use on CSI - Pretty no-brainer reason here. Who doesn't want one?

If you would like to see more information on why you should get an IP Bullet camera feel free to take a look at the full article titled IP Bullet Cameras Are Right For You.

Helicopter crash kills 1, injures 5, caught by CCTV system

The other passengers were able to make it out, but 61 year old Gilbert Botelho de Almeida Ramalho was burned to death in the fire that resulted from the crash at a farm property in São Paulo Brazil. It is suspected to have been caused by a mechanical failure.

Security Cameras - For Peace Of Mind

Security Cameras of course get a lot of attention in the news when they catch scenes of horrific crime or accidents. But as important as that is we all hope, do what we can to be safe, and play the odds that those things will never happen to us. So then why do people use security cameras at their homes such as seen in this clip of a security camera watching the driveway?

Well for many of us it’s for the little things. Such as peace of mind knowing why your packages always arrived smashed. Or perhaps knowing how that tire mark ended up in your yard. Or in my case, who left that baby stroller by my front door. Beause after all it's the little things that can drive us crazy.



Click here to read more about how Bullet Cameras are used for Discreet Outdoor Surveillance.

Dog Shoplifting caught on Security Camera

Dog Shoplifts rawhide bone from a grocery store was caught on the store's security camera. He was even confrunted by the store manager but managed to excape. He has not been caught as of this posting.

The Research Triangle

The Research Triangle is often referred to as “The Triangle.” It is a region in the Piedmont of North Carolina. The Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP) began in 1990 and was created by community leaders from Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. They all decided to market their communities together.

The leaders knew that in order to strengthen their individual community initiatives that they would need to take a regional approach to marketing. The RDA was funded by the chambers of commerce in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle Foundation.

The Research Triangle provides many services to help companies grow and expand in the region. A few examples are Leading Regional Strategy. This allows coordinating economic development planning for the 13-county Research Triangle Region, promoting regional collaboration, supporting regional improvement and supporting local economic development agencies.

Click here to discuss the Research Triangle.

What is a Perfect Bullet Camera

When thinking of a security camera, there are a few core essential traits that immediately come to mind when we picture a "perfect" security camera. The perfect camera must be durable, discrete, affordable, and of course, functioning as a surveillance unit and monitoring specific areas while recording data. In my opinion, the type of camera that meets all the needs of a perfect camera is of course the Bullet Camera. And here is why.

1. There are several models of bullet cameras that come with a high durability rating and have been designed for outdoor use. When looking for how "durable" a camera is look for their IP (Ingress Protection) rating which will tell how suitable a camera is for outdoor use. When models fail to list this detail look for the description of a camera as "Waterproof", "Weatherproof", or "Outdoor" as an indicator of how durable it truly is.

2. Bullet Cameras are by conventional standards small. While there are a few that come in large sizes a truly perfect bullet camera must not be big and lack of size is a very good thing. Small bullet cameras are hard to spot by intruders, easy to mount and install, and provide all the functions of a standard security camera.

3. When dealing with bullet cameras low light environments are ideal for their use and typically operate in a .05 Lux. Low light bullet cameras however do need some ambient light, but the positive side to this is that they do not require their own infrared illuminators which can produce an easily noticeable red glow.

4. Finally, the perfect anything for anyone involves a low cost solution. Why spend more for features you don't need when you can save money or possibly buy more cameras. This is why Bullet Cameras are perfect for any security system under a budget.

GeoVision Software Upgrades

One of the many features we like about the GeoVision DVR product, and the PC based solution in general, is that the software can be upgraded. In the case of GeoVison, a company that has been a world leader in the manufacture of professional grade DVR cards for decades, the software upgrades are 100% free.

Some of the cool new features we have seen added to the surveillance software over the years include, people counting, object tracking, missing object notification, face detection, 3G mobile phone support and on and on and on.

We think the level of dedication GeoVison puts into their software and its continued improvement is just one of many reasons to consider a quality PC based DVR. If you are already in agreement with us and own a GeoVision DVR we hope you find the above link to the upgrade process to be helpful.

If you have any question on the GeoVision software or its upgrades please give us a call today at 877-422-1907

Gas Station Security Camera Systems

In today’s times almost all gas stations have security cameras, but most of these gas stations have been using the same security camera solution for years now. Many stations still use old tape based security system and others just use a monitor with no recording device at all.

A common occurrence we see is owners do not want to spend the extra money on new equipment because they think their old equipment suits the job just fine. Well an easy cost saving solution that many people do not ever look at is that in most instances you can use your old security camera wires. Your CCTV security cameras are most likely using is a common coax cable still used today. This allows a great deal of the old infrastructure and sometimes the cameras themselves to be easily incorporated into a new PC Based DVR security system. Depending on the size of the facility you can save easily up to 30% on your total cost by using the old wires.

A new Gas Station Security Camera System can be a great way to cut down on stolen merchandise inside and outside of the store, it can also help deter and prosecute drive-offs. A great tool for store owners is the ability to remotely view your security cameras via a live feed across the internet and even playback previously recorded incidents.

Wireless Cameras for Your Island

This afternoon I took a very unusual call. The request was for wireless cameras, which is nothing that uncommon, but the caller wanted to install the cameras all across a little island in the Florida Keys. Unfortunantely the caller was not with the local government but was instead calling from a Home Owners Association (HOA).

I say unfortunately because the caller had apparently been watching to much CSI and spent to much time in the U.K. Which is where he told me he kept his primary residence. To confess after a five minute update on life in the CCTV obsessed British Isle, which was proceeded by a five minute gripe about our phone system, I was ready to say "thanks for your call and have a nice day".

But somewhat like a dear in the headlights I just kept listening. With the history lesson and grandiose dreams aside the caller impressed me in so many ways as a classic uneducated consumer who wanted some one to come out and tell him how it "all works".

Not having the time to explain it "all" I just took the callers name and number and offered to get him in touch with our local affiliates.

However had I had the time I would have pointed out a few problems with a HOA installing cameras all across a six mile long island.

First lets start with the budget. Quality outdoor wireless CCTV hardware capable of spanning one to four miles has it's place. And in the right context it can be a very affordable solution. But spending tens and tens and tens of thousands of dollars to watch cars cross the bridge as they dive onto and off of your island is not something most HOA's are going to have in the budget.

Secondly a HOA with such a grad project has a problem with infrastructure. That problem is quite simply they don't own the infrastructure. They don't own the light pole with the best view of the bridge, they don't own the land that is immediately borders the road, they don't own the land over which power lines would have to be run to get to the land that somebody they know owns with the cruddy view of the bridge, etc., etc., etc.

What HOA's do however own are homes. But is there really anyone on a HOA Baord that would trust thousands of dollars worth of CCTV hardware being placed in the home of a HOA member? Or is there an HOA member that would really want to have the responsibility of that expensive hardware? Or is there a home owner who really wants who knows what number or size of antennas or wireless receiving equipment mounted to their house our installed on their property? Or for that matter does anyone who owns a well kept property in the Florida Keys want to have an industrial grade camera, and transmitter mounted to the side of their house? Is there anyone who lives in what looks like their own little paradise who want to turn that look into something more akin to a maximum security detention fatality?

This goes back to something the caller said about his time in the U.K. and how big brother was always watching. Well perhaps this was lost on the caller but in effect he and his HOA are tying to be, on their own little island at least, their own version of "big brother". And that is where in my opinion CCTV security camera systems fail.

Instead of trying to put cameras all over the island in some grand scheme that will never get funded or implemented the HOA should use it's power to recommend a standard CCTV technology that all HOA members could purchase on their own to make the right security choices for their own needs. If the individual HOA members saw fit they could share internet access to selected security cameras with other HOA members and create a web of watchful neighbors.

But to centralize such a project through an ever changing membership in an HOA would only lead to problems and ineffective use of funds.

As evidence to this the story ends with me taking the time to get the contact information for 4 local CCTV installers in the area and calling the customer back to pass on the information. My calls have gone unanswered and and my messages unreturned. That's no surprise and no problem from where I sit.

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IR135 Infrared Weatherproof Bullet Camera

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Security Cameras for Cash Registers

So are you a small business owner running one or more cash registers and thinking about a Security Camera System for your store or restaurant? Have you been kicking around the advantages of security cameras and weighting them against the cost of the system?

Well before you make up your mind: Did you know that it is estimated that 20% of every dollar a US company makes is lost to employee theft? Did you know one out of three US companies that file for bankruptcy can trace their failure back to employee theft? And did you know that a GeoVisoin Security Camera system can directly integrate with your registers to make sure that you keep every penny of every sale that your employees ring up.

That’s right the GeoVisoin DVR software supports a video overlay of your register receipt so that you can see what an employee is ringing up as each transaction takes place. The software even keeps a searchable database of the transactions so that you can quickly find a video event of any given sale.

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Are Your Employees Stealing from the Till

If you own or operate a business, its in your best interest to ensure that you are properly monitoring your businesses cash flow. Employee theft is rampant in businesses across the board from gas stations, restaurants, and grocery stores and anywhere cash is handled. It is estimated that 20% of every dollar the average US company earns is lost to employee theft. With this in mind can you afford not to have adequate protection?

Efficient methods for preventing employee theft revolve around adequate security camera systems and proper placing. A traditional method for preventing theft is to have 1 camera per cash register, i.e 4 cash registers 4 cameras, as well as cameras watching the entrances and exits. This ensures that all transactions are being monitored and employees will have a hard time simply walking out of the establishment with merchandise.

Other popular methods include point of sale (POS) capturing devices, also known as "POS video overlay", and cameras which utilize zoom lenses for clearer pictures. If you are interested in other options to prevent employee theft, find out How to Protect Your Cash Register for more information.