Campus Video Surveillance In An Age Of Insanity

In the days immediately following the April 16th tragedy at Virginia Tech we at CameraSecurityNow.com received several calls from reporters and news organizations that all searched in vain for any statistics that related to campus violence and video surveillance. As of course one of the first details to emerge that day included the fact that Virginia Tech had no campus wide video surveillance system in place.

Although that fact is still some what of a shock in today’s world it was quickly pointed out by one of the campus officials that a surveillance system would have done nothing to prevent this tragedy. Unfortunately I have to say on that one point they are right.

Video Surveillance Systems can benefit a campus in a lot of ways. They can deter crime, they can help provide evidence critical to the apprehension of suspects, they can provide invaluable live data to emergency response personnel at the moment of crisis but they can not deter or prevent the insanity that happened April 16th at Virginia Tech.

Campus Video Surveillance Story Continues

Samsung Standalone DVRs - Where They Fit

Samsung Standalone DVR units like the SHR-2042 have been in our inventory for well over a year and in that time we have learned a lot about their place in the complicated world of CCTV Camera Security.

After much discussion with customers, vendors and our Samsung Rep we now have a very good understanding of how the Samsung Standalone DVR units fit into our product mix and how they can be of benefit to our customer base.

Coming from a PC/IT background there was a time when not a one of us had given a second thought to a DVR solution that was not PC based. But perhaps the most important thing we have learned in the last year is that not everyone thinks like we do. There are plenty of very intelligent people out there that have made a success of their business with out turning into a PDA dependant techno junkie. These people however unlike us still have a need for security. Many of them simply want a dependable and basic solution.

If that describes you then a Samsung Standalone DVR is worth your consideration. Samsung DVR’s are well respected as an upper tier product and have a two year warranty from Samsung with a 120 day advance replacement plan.

In general the biggest benefit of a Samsung DVR is they are easier to operate and have fewer potential hardware and software liabilities than their PC based rivals.

Specifically the benefits of the Samsung Standalone DVR would be the elimination of the older tape based multiplexer CCTV technology. The Samsung DVR is the simplest way to save your video in a digital format and bring your system up to date with full internet access.

With a Samsung DVR installed gone is the need to change tapes, gone is the need to stop recording if you want to play back a video clip, gone is the low resolution video, and gone is the need to be onsite and in front of the unit to have full access to its features.

To be fair and balanced the PC based systems in the right hands can definitely be a strong asset and provide a very feature rich solution. But again we have learned not everyone loves the PC like we do.

We now often tell people that if they are a PC hobbyist, have in IT staff that requested a PC based DVR, or have a very complex security need, then a PC based DVR system is most likely a good choice. If not then consider the Samssung DVR,

So no matter how big or small your security need rest assured we understand the place for both the Standalone DVR and its PC based competitor and we are here to help you come to the right DVR decision for your project.

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Andy Wendt
Network and Security Consultant
Helping Businesses Manage Technology
Toll Free: 877-422-1907 x226
andy@csn1.com

Caribbean DVR Systems Now Available

CameraSecurityNow.com announced today that effective May 1st 2007 they will begin shipping their popular Geovision DVR Camera Systems to Jamaica, The Bahamas, The US Virgin Islands and other Caribbean destinations.

To inquire if delivery is available in your area or to receive a custom quote for your CCTV Security Project click on the link below or visit their website at CameraSecurityNow.com.

Request a CCTV Quote for Jamaica, The Bahamas or The US Virgin Islands

Andy Wendt
Network and Security Consultant
Helping Businesses Manage Technology
andy@csn1.com
Toll Free: 877-422-1907 x226
Fax: 513-422-9996

Shouting CCTV camera scheme extended

The British Government recently approved expenditure of £500000 to install cameras with loudspeakers which let security staff berate people in public for littering and fighting.

The Geovision Camera Security System features 2 way audio!

Replacing Pelco Equipment with Geovision DVR Servers

The Pelco CM6700 Matrix Switcher with a Pelco TLR 3096 Time-Lapse Video Recorder are one of the main VHS based systems still in use today. The Geovision DVR Server is basically a drop in replacement for this legacy equipment. Most switch-overs take less than 2 hours. That’s 2 hours to change your complete security system from an older technology to state of the art CCTV DVR Camera Security System.

Gone are the days of switching VHS tapes daily, the days of viewing your business remotely from the comfort of your own home are here.

The staff and Camera Security Now are specialists in replacing VHS based systems with new technology. They are a partner with the Tech-Army.org, who specializes in local installation CCTV DVR Security equipment nationwide

CCTV Camera Systems Improve Car Sales

Having talked to 100’s of customer and having thought I heard it all I was pleasantly surprised yesterday to learn yet another common sense use for our Geovision Camera Security Systems.

The caller was from an Auto Dealership in Denver and like most he told me they wanted cameras to watch the lot for potential trouble at night.

However this individual had already thought this through and realized that if the lot was covered with cameras then during the workday the salesman could log on to the system from their desks and watch the lot in live time. This of course would ensure that each visitor was greeted by a salesman and ultimately increase the revenue for all involved.

Apparently the current scheme boiled down to the salesmen having to hang out as long as they could by the main floor window and simply try to watch the lot for potential customers. I have to agree that being able to watch the lot in all directions from their desk should make for a lot more effective sales force.

For more information on how a Geovision Camera Security System could help you click here or contact:

Andy Wendt
Network and Security Consultant
Helping Businesses Manage Technology
andy@csn1.com
Toll Free: 877-422-1907 x226
Fax: 513-422-9996

Corpus Christi- CCTV Installer Recognized

The Tech-Army.org is proud to recognize Mark Fry owner of Fry Technical Services from Corpus Christi Texas as our Outstanding Service Provider for the month of March.

Mark’s work while partnering with CameraSecurityNow.com for his installations of Geovision DVR's (CCTV Camera Security Systems) has gone above and beyond the call of duty and has resulted in the highest level of service and satisfaction for our mutual customers.

We wish Mark and his company continued success and with our strongest recommendation we urge our callers and web visitors in the Corpus Christi area to consider Fry Technical Services for all your CCTV Camera Security, Point of Sale, Computer Service and Installation Needs!

Corpus Christi CCTV - DVR Info Request

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Video Database of Crime

The International Association of Chiefs of Police has begun an ambitious project to compile a nationwide video database of crime. Four cities have been chosen to begin the collection of data: Fort Worth Texas, Everett Washington, Raynham Massachusetts and Cincinnati Ohio.

The database will collect clips of actual crimes in progress and will be used by law enforcement to visually identify suspects, methods of operation, weapons, etc. across multiple times and locations. The actual data will come from both public and private sources including traditional CCTV camera systems, hand held camcorders and even cell phones.

Some day a detective may be able to sit at a computer and search for bank robberies committed any where in the country by a male with a read ball cap or a certain weapon type. Access to this information of course could easily help connect the dots that would in the past take endless man hours of interviews and detective work.

At present there are fewer than 700 recognized forensic video analysts in the country but the International Association of Chiefs of Police and this program hope to change that as the amount of video evidence used in law enforcement continues to grow.

CCTV Security Camera Recommendations - Dome Cameras

Looking for information on what type of CCTV Security Camera to recommend to your clients? If so, the Tech-army.org forum contains thread with camera recommendations, you can even post your opinion and information on your favorite models. The Tech-Army.org Forum also containst all kinds of information tips on topics ranging from installation tips, camera ratings to other CCTV DVR Security System information from Technical Sales force at www.camerasecuritynow.com.

The Tech-Army.org forum also provides valuable information for all things PC Related.

The Law Regarding Audio From A Camera Security System

Recording Audio with the Professional Grade Audio Products sold by CameraSecurityNow.com for use with a Dell based Geovision DVR is quite easy and questions about that topic come up daily.

Unfortunately many people we talk to have one or more misguided opinions as to the law in regards to audio recordings. Some people believe they have no obligation to inform anyone that audio is being recorded and others think they have some state law that takes precedence over the federal law I have attempted to educate them on. Of course both of those beliefs are in error but seldom can you change some one’s mind when they have their own preconceived notions on such topics. To help explain the basics we have listed below a notice as posted on the Louroe Electronics website in regards to Audio Surveillance.

The Law And Audio Story Continues

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Andy Wendt is a technology writer for CSN1 Technologies.

Sony IP Camera has Wireless Capability

All you need is Compact Flash and a laptop wireless lan card 802.11b or 802.11g, both will work fine.

This type of wireless configuration can save you time and money during installation. Great for small office with expensive inventory or office equipment.

There's even an optional SNCA-AN1 External Antenna that enables transmission of the wireless 802.11 signal over a longer distance.

*Sony IP Camera SNC-RX550

The Sony Network Camera*supports the IEEE802.11b compliant SNCA-CFW1 Wireless LAN Card when used incombination with a Compact FlashTM Type PC card adaptor.

Now, for a limited time, get a free demo.
Click here to see the Sony IP SNC-RX550 in action!

Login is: ipdemo
Password is: ipdemo

Caution! 2 things!
1. You may be prompted to install a browser add in.
2. We have limited to 1 user at the controls with 4 users total. Stop back later if you want to use the PTZ the controls.

If you are having trouble getting this to work call us 9am to 5pm Monday - Friday.
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ALCU backs move to prevent school cameras in Boulder County Colorado

According to the Rocky Mountain News, as reported on their site on Jan 29, 2007, threats from the ALCU are delaying action in the Bolder Valley school district to install Security Cameras.

Specifically it appears the ALCU and the students object to cameras being placed in the cafeteria.

This type of issue is sure to move to the forefront of American debate as Cameras Security technology and it's use continue to grow.

Denver Co CCTV Camera Security Installer Recognized

The Tech-Army.org is proud to recognize Eric Siebert with Streamline Communications from Denver CO. as our Outstanding Service Provider for the month of February.

Eric’s work while partnering with CameraSecurityNow.com for his installations of Geovision DVR's (CCTV Camera Security Systems) has gone above and beyond the call of duty and has resulted in the highest level of service and satisfaction for our mutual customers.

We wish Eric and his company continued success and with our strongest recommendation we urge our callers and web visitors in the Denver Co. area to consider Streamline Communications for all your CCTV Camera Security, Low Voltage Structured Wiring and Cabling Installation Needs!

Denver CCTV - DVR Quote Request

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Andy Wendt is a technology writer for CSN1 Technologies.

Judging the Worth of a Camera Security System

It has been said that everything has its price. But in the business world does this truly apply to the often intangible benefits of a Camera Security System?

To be fair and balanced we should of course remember that every corporation or government entity is ultimately run by imperfect human beings that must make decisions based on real world financial limitations.

With that in mind, below are some observations from my small town:

This morning I heard on the local news that an elderly pedestrian was hit and killed just four blocks from my home by a police car over the weekend. The police car did not have an in car camera installed. The accident happened in a city where revenue generating Red Light cameras have been installed for years. Several eye witnesses have already disputed the officer’s claim that he had his lights and siren on as he traveled at high speed down the road in response to a call from assistance from a fellow officer. Unfortunately the lack of an in car camera will undoubtedly lead to countless allegations and denials in the wake of this life shattering and life ending tragedy.

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The Worth of a Camera Security System - Story Continues.

Call Me Now!

CameraSecurityNow.com has added a “Call Me Now!” request to their website. Have you ever been on a website and cannot figure out how to talk with someone about your needs and their products? Well not at CameraSecurityNow.com, every webpage has a “Call Me Now!” link on it. You don’t have to enter your life history to make it work either, simply provide your name, phone number and what time you would like them to call. A qualified CCTV DVR Camera Security Consultant will call at the appointed time.

Camera Security Now’s knowledgeable sales staff and quality equipment will help you decide on the equipment you need, and their pre/post sales Customer Service will keep you coming back.

For more information on a CCTV Camera Security System contact the CCTV Surveillance Consultants at CameraSecurityNow.com. A proud member of the Tech-Army.org

Bar/ Pub Camera Security System With Pos Interface

Bar/ Pub Camera Security System With Pos Interface
If you have a bar, you might be losing money from your employees. This system includes an interface that connects to your CASH REGISTER and puts the transaction data on the screen with the video camera feed. See multiple angles, from multple cameras on one screen, from any internet connected computer. Keep an eye on your bar from home or even while on vacation!

The remote playback feature is really great to verify who worked when. If there is ever a question on the timecards, you have time stamped video documentation of each employees arrival and departure.

Photo is actual jpg from the GeoVision system. It is Froggy Blues in Monroe, Ohio.

Awsome, but watch out, someones bound to get fired.

"It happens every time we install one of these Bar Security Systems. Its a security complete package and its easy for the bar owner to use. And often times he finds employee behavior that needs to be corrected, and at least one employee ends up quitting or getting fired." Andy Wendt, Camera Security Now Technology Consultant.

For a limited time, this price includes SHIPPING UPS Ground!

We need 10 days lead time for free shipping.
Only the highest quality tested equipment leaves our facility. Takes about 10 days for Camera Security Now to build and test this system. Once we get it on the bench, we have an extra service where we allow you to connect to the system from your internet connection and see some of the cameras you are buying.

If you're not ready to buy yet but want to see a live demo with cameras from our facility, email us and we will set up a time for a live demo. Here's our email address: sales@csn1.com. Bill, Andy, Jessica, Adam, Josh, Scott or I will do a live demo with you. Yes, those are our real names, and yes, one of us will be handling your live demo.

This system is going to save you over $20k! If you need to you can lease this for 3 to 5 years. We can hook you up!

If you need this installed, we can send a member of our Tech Army Organization over to give you an estimate. We can make that happen too. And these guys are good because only the best are allowed in the Tech Army! (www.Tech-Army.org)

Here are the Specs for the Bar Camera Security System:
8 - Color Low light True Day/Night Cameras designed for Bar/ Restaurant environment. Includes POS interface to overlay cash register receipt on saved video. only $5936

Tech-Army.org announces the Launch of the Com Center exclusively for Members

January 11, 2007, Washington DC: Today top ranking officers of the Tech Army Organization (http://www.Tech-Army.org) announced the launch the Com Center for exclusive use of the Tech Army Organization Members.

"We are proud to launch The Tech Army Com Center, a centralized command, control, distribution communication center to and from Tech Army Organization Membership." said Tech Army Officer and Contributor, Bill Schiering.

The Com Center is also a central repository for all mission orders and leads distributed by the Tech-Army affiliates.

The Com Center is where all of the action takes place! In addition to active orders and lead information, the Com Center is a great place to discuss technical issues with the entire Tech Army Membership in the Tech Army Forum!

Lastly the Com Center is a place to buy and sell equipment to and from other Tech Army Members.

"The Tech Army Com Center is truly the first of its kind in the computer industry. The goal of the Com Center is to facilitate commerce to and among the Tech Army Membership. It is our hopes to provide a professional dialogue as well and great equipment exchange value to all members.

Here is a summary of the Com Center Major Features:

Recent Orders
This is a listing of all of the active and recent orders you have accepted from the Tech-Army.org.

Recent Leads
This lists all of the recent leads in your area that you are qualified to work. Any lead in this area is yours for the taking. As soon as you accept it and start working it, it will move to your Recent Orders Categories. You receive these leads based on your skills sets, so make sure to update your skill sets right away.

Communications
This will contain all of the news and information for the entire Tech Army.org Membership. It will be a place to showcase information on our members, our services, our industries, our future plans and new ideas/ services from our members.

Directives
The Directives is communications to individual Tech-Army Members.

Newest Forum Posts
The Tech-Army.org Forum is a location for information on our industries. It contains technical and sales based discussions on hardware, software and market trends. We encourage you to participate in discussions. The more information shared, the stronger our organization will be.

Equipment Exchange
The Equipment Exchange is the place to liquidate your best equipment to the members of the Tech-Army. If you have quality inventory you would like to sell, or if you are looking for inventory, the Equipment exchange is the place to go. Buy and sell with no fees, costs or commissions! Deal directly with the selling membership!


About: Tech-Army.org is organization of independent installers, engineers and technicians dedicated to combating bad service in the computer industry. Started in 2000, the Tech Army has grown to 10,000 worldwide members including all major US and Canadian cities and London, England. Visit www.Tech-Army.org for details.

Complete DVR Packages Designed For Verticals

This common sense approach from CameraSecurityNow.com makes it easier to configure a CCTV Camera Security system for your specific vertical by taking the most common config for any vertical and putting in a pre-packaged form such as the Pro Bar Surveillance System.

Andy Wendt
Network and Security Consultant
Helping Businesses Manage Technology
Toll Free: 877-422-1907 x226

Tech-Army.org PX offers High End CCTV DVR Surveillance System for Bars and Nightclubs

Camera Security Now along with Geovision have Partnered with the Tech-Army to offer a High End CCTV Camera Security System tailored specifically for Bars and Nightclubs.

DVR Surveillance System integrates with the POS system to overlay the cash register receipts on the recorded DVR video images. This will allow bar and nightclub owners to capture a view of their employees in the cash register with the actual receipt transaction overlaid on the recorded image.

The DVR Recorder itself is a 480 frames per second DVR system so you can view and record full motion. The cameras are a true Day/Night Camera from Samsung with a quality varifocal autoiris lens. This combination of camera and lens is designed specifically for the low light situations of bars and nightclubs.

If you are a bar or nightclub owner and you are looking for a quality Camera Security System installed and serviced locally, anywhere in the US, Tech-Army.org PX is the place to start.

TV Output from Geovision DVR Server

Currently there are four methods available on having a TV output of your DVR monitoring.

1) If the PC DVR server is equipped with a combo card, there is a single video out (RCA) connection on the card. If your card is designed for 8 channels, all 8 channels will be displayed on the TV. If your card is designed for 16 channels, then all 16 channels will be displayed on the TV. Combo cards consist of the GV-1120, 1240 and 1480. If you wish to show only one channel or change the overall layout of the multiple cameras on display (i.e. channel 1 is large with 3-6 on the side is small) you will need to use the software called Spot Monitoring. Spot Monitoring is only available on the GV 8.01+ software, which means you need to latest GV combo card before you can use this feature.

2) If your using the GV-250, 600, 650, or 800 capture card, then you will need to buy a separate extension card in order to have the TV output feature. The card is called a GV-Loop Through card and can output four channels. Unlike the combo cards, the GV-Loop Through card will only output one channel at a via for each connection. For example, output #1 will only output camera #1, output #3 will only output camera #3. You do not have the option to use the Spot Monitoring software with this card.

3) For those that wish to have the spot monitoring feature, but only have a GV-250, 600, 650, or 800 capture card, there is a new extension card that is available. This card is call the GV-TV Out card, and will give you the display feature options just like that with the Spot Monitoring software. Since this card is fairly new, it will only work the the GV main system 8.01+ software.

4) If you wish to display one channel to multiple TVs, you will need to buy a module called DIS-104. This module will recieve one video signal and distribute it to four separate TVs.

For more information contact Camera Security Now

CCTV DVR Security Systems now available through Tech-Army.org

Not only can the Tech-Army.org install CCTV Security Systems all across the country, now they offer the latest DVR Surveillance Systems, CCTV Security Cameras and CCTV accessories.

CameraSecurityNow.Com had partnered with Tech-Army.org in March of 2006 to provide local installation and support of their Security Surveillance Products Nationwide. The partnership has proved so effective that now the Tech-Army.org is offering Camera Security Now products in their Tech-Army PX. The Tech-Army is offering a full line of DVR Surveillance Systems, CCTV Cameras, PTZ Cameras, Dome Cameras and a full line of CCTV accessories. If you would like the expertise of a National Company with local installation and support, then the Tech-Army.org and CameraSecurityNow.com has the solution for you.

Audio Equipment for Police Interview Rooms

More and more Law Enforcement Facilities are going with Louroe Microphone and Audio products for their Interview Rooms. Louroe has developed a product to work specifically with the new DVR CCTV Surveillance Systems. It is called an Audio Interface Adapter.

The Louroe Model IF-4 and IF-8 Audio Interface Adapters are designed for connecting up eight Louroe microphones to a DVR that has multiple audio inputs. The units contain dual outputs (per microphone) for accommodating either an RCA input or a 3.5mm (mini jack) input connection to a DVR or sound card. In addition, the IF-4 and IF-8 receive wiring from the Louroe microphones, provide phantom power and contain a variable gain adjust per output to prevent the overdriving of signal to a soundcard. All Louroe microphones are compatible with the IF-4 and IF-8.

The Verifact Model L-DT is a desktop microphone that is designed for conducting interviews or similar applications. It contains two electret condenser microphones facing opposite directions that are mounted in a sturdy non-slip ABS plastic housing for adherence to a desktop or flat surface.

More info on Louroe Products

What is framerate?

Framerate is how many frames per second (fps) a card can do. Obviously the better the framerate, the smoother the picture will be. Geovision cards have 2 framerates. One is for real-time viewing (Display rate) and the other is for watching playback (Recording Rate). Check out the post for more information.

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Internet Explorer 7 part of Windows Update

Internet Explorer version 7 is a part of windows update now. If you have your PC set to update automatically, expect to see IE7 next time you log in. It does have some new features like the multiple IE windows open using tabs and there is an RSS feed option. It requires Windows XP or later to run.

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CameraSecurityNow.com Partners with Tech-Army.org

CameraSecurityNow.com, an Online distributor of DVR CCTV Camera Surveillance equipment uses the Tech-Army.org to supply local installation and service on their custom Geovision DVR Camera Security systems Nationwide.

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Color vs B&W Bullet Cam See Video to Compare

Is it worth $150 extra for a color bullet camera? $99 for the B&W, $249 for the color camera. What color is that car?

Other considerations in upcoming video, low light levels, which works better, color or black and white?

Visit Camera Security Now Bullet Camera Information

New Security Camera Can See Through Clothes

Look for applications for airport security guards to skyrocket in the near future: a new technology will allow the wand wavers to see through people's clothes. It's to let them see if anyone is carrying a nuclear bomb in their pants, I guess.

Middletown Regional Hospital Construction Update

The progress at the hospital is on track. This will have a dramatic effect on the businesses on the east end of town.

Video Playback using Geovision codec

You need to have the geovision codec installed on the pc to view the AVI files using Windows Media player.

Discuss this further on the tech-army forums.

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Low Light Or Infrared Camera Technology - Which Is Right For You ?

If you need video camera security to cover a low light area then you need to know about the often competing technologies involved; specifically the technologies of Infrared and Low Light.

Once you have a basic understanding of those technologies choosing the right security camera is a lot easier.

One of the first things to keep in mind about the two technologies is that of course each has its place.


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Linux Embedded PC Based DVRs - Pros and Cons.

Open discussion on the much hyped Linux Embedded DVR as used in a video security application.

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Camera System Design Takes Off

Google Earth Helps Plan Your CCTV Security System.

CameraSecurityNow.com announced today that they will be using the highly detailed satellite images provided by Google Earth to help their clients design a system based around their line of GeoVision DVR products.

Bill Schiering, the companies’ sales manager, said “It’s a natural fit. In live time we can have a client on the phone and have access to amazing visual information about their facility.”

Schiering said this has been a great help to his sales staff who use these satellite images to suggest potential camera locations, lens sizes, etc.

For more information contact:
Camera Security Now
Web: www.CameraSecurityNow.com
Email: sales@CameraSecurityNow.com
Toll Free Voice: 877-422-1907

IBM Camera Security could monitor Borders, Liscense Plates, Stores

A new High-tech digital-surveillance system from IBM Research analyzes video for shoplifters, intruders, or even a specific license plate number, is now ready for the mainstream market.

The technology, called S3 (reminds me of PS2) has far-reaching possibilities for business, governements and individuals.

From the store owner to the border security depart, The Smart Surveillance System (S3), available in conjunction with IBM's digital-video surveillance services, can analyze real-time video while it is being digitally recorded and stored over an Internet Protocol (IP) network.

Video stored both online and offline can also be retroactively searched for certain characteristics.

For more info:
Security Camera News Source: C-Net

Cities requiring Business Security Cameras:

Mayor Daley of Chicago is proposing an ordinance that will require businesses to install Digital Video Surveillance Systems if they are open until 4 am or if they are open more than 12 hours a day. Milwaukee is considering requiring cameras at stores that have called police three or more times in a year. Baltimore County, Maryland ordered large malls to put cameras in parking areas after a murder in one garage last year.

Some business owners complain that it is unfair burden on small business, but they are not getting the full picture. DVR Camera Security Systems will save a small business owner in the long run.

• The physical presence of a camera is a deterrence to crime in the first place.
• The Digital Video Recorded Image is a valuable tool to the Police in identifying and apprehending the offenders.
• Employees feel safer when they know the business is monitored.
• Business owners can relax easier when they know their business is monitored 24/7 and they can check on the status of their business remotely over the internet.

Michael Babitch, Dairy Queen Owner in California, praised the system he bought from Camera Security Now, “The money I have saved in employee theft and product shrinkage has more than paid for the system I installed last year”

Whether you are required by government to install Camera Surveillance systems, or you want to reap the benefits Security Cameras, Camera Security Now has the solution to Small Business Surveillance needs.

Burglar Robs Security Camera Store

Burglar robs CCTV camera shop
Metro - London,UK ... most incompetent criminals, we have an impressive new entry – a burglar who decided that the ideal shop to break into would be… a security camera store. ...

Camera Security Now the Economical Solution for Milwaukee Surveillance Camera Law

Downtown Alderman Bob Bauman has proposed an ordinance requiring all Tavern, Bar and Restaurant owners install Camera Surveillance System.

The Prices on Camera Security Systems are all over the place and the quality can be less than desirable. CameraSecurityNow.com has a High Quality, Low Cost solution for Milwaukee Tavern, Bar and Restaurant Owner.

The Basic Color Surveillance System is a complete turn key system ready for installation. It contains all of the hardware needed to self install a complete Professional Camera Surveillance System.

You can learn more at CameraSecurityNow.com

Milwaukee - Tavern Surveillance System Mandate Proposed

Milwaukee's taverns and nightclubs could be required to install security cameras to keep an eye on customers both inside and outside, under an ordinance proposed by City Committee.

Fights, shootings and rowdy behavior are frequently cited - and often disputed - when taverns are facing license suspensions or revocations, and the Committee feels that video will improve the quality of the evidence.

Tavern and Bar owners realize the need for the camera systems, but they are worried about the cost. CameraSecurityNow.com has economical solutions for the problem. We offer basic systems with everything needed for self installation, or advanced systems with professional installation.

A Good quality Camera Surveillance System will pay for itself in short order, by controlling shrinkage, employee theft and bartenders pouring free drinks.

Find out more: Bar Surveillance Video Equipment

Copier Prank Caught on Security Camera

One more reason why security camameras are important to your business. This guy was photocopying his butt when he broke the copier glass and got stuck.

Security Camera Sees Shooting

Security camera captures shooting of woman
Toronto Star - Ontario, Canada
A security camera filmed a man shoot a woman in the face outside a Flemingdon Park plaza, then another camera captured his image confronting a security guard ...

Got a Server Migration Project? Rent a pc server (Computer Rentals)

The latest option in the network engineer playbook, rent a network server.

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Bazooka Golf Club blasts you out of the rough for less bucks

The Bazooka JMAX Tour Iron-Wood gives you the performance of today's hybrids without the distraction of an oversized head.

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Golf Club Blog - New site, great information, advice and prices

Here is a new golf club blog that features new clubs for sale along with advice and information. Golf pros will be providing tips with photos and videos.

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Cheap Security Cameras are Expensive to Own

How saving money on inexpensive cameras can cost you even more.

A very wise man once said “to everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven” and the same can be said of today’s CCTV Camera Security products.

The other day I came across an unfortunate individual who may have been familiar with the above phrase but still lacked guidance from a qualified consultant to understand the “purpose” of the inexpensive CCTV cameras he had purchased and installed.

Once installed it became obvious to the individual that those inexpensive cameras were, in a manner of speaking, just not going to get the job done. Specifically they could not handle the massive amount of light that streamed in from the two large plate glass walls of his corner storefront. In that environment at certain key hours of they day the cameras were completely worthless.

The individual realizing his error was now consulting with my partner and on his way to purchasing a camera with a new Wide Dynamic Technology designed specifically to handle his lighting environment.

Missing that one chance to consult with a qualified CCTV specialist can be costly. As the time and money wasted on an uneducated purchase can not be recovered. Inexpensive cameras of course can have their purpose and place in today’s CCTV Camera Security systems. But failure to understand that purpose and place can be costly.

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Andy Wendt
Network and Security Consultant
Helping businesses to manage Technology
Toll Free: 877-422-1907 x226
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Corporate Event Surveillance Server Rental

For Conventions, Tradeshows and Conferences

If you need to keep an eye on your event attendees and exhibitors, you need a camera surveillance system.

Most convention centers have surveillance in hallways and doorways. But not in the halls themselves.

"Our corporate event surveillance system will cover your event or your trade show booths specifically! "

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CCTV DVR Card Only Option

GeoVision DVR Card Only Options

For those who want to build their own DVR systems.
GeoVision DVR Cards offer the best quality and value in the security camera industry.
GeoVision CCTV DVRs from Camera Security Now are made with Genuine GeoVision DVR Cards.

GeoVision DVR Cards   GeoVision DVR Parts    Non-GeoVision USB DVR

Security Cameras at Work

Observe employees from anywhere in the world.

 
Surveillance Camera records employee time and date with multiple image verification as employee approaches the camera.

You can watch the employee arrive via email. You don't even have to log into the server.



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C-Mount Security Cameras (CCTV)

C-Mount Security Cameras
If your budget permits, a C-Mount Security Camera offer a big
advantage over other CCTV cameras.

See our Professional Security Cameras
Why don't we have hundreds of c-mount cameras in
our eStore?

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ways to Mount your security camera!

You may select from a variety of CCTV security camera
mounts. Professional C-Mount Security Cameras mounts feature a wide
variety of mounting feet, shaft lengths and camera
adjustability. To find out more about camera mount options,
visit our camera mounts page. Continued

Click the link below for a quote or more information on:
Standard Ceiling or Wall attached Security Camera Mount

Lenses can be changed!
They simply unscrew from the camera body, just like the way
lenses are removed from traditional cameras. There are lens
options from 2.5mm up to 500mm providing many different
magnification options.

In general, a 8mm lens is like a 4mm lens magnified 2 times.

A 16mm lens is like the 4mm lens magnified 4 times.

Click the link below for a quote:
Professional C-Mount B&W Camera with Fixed 4mm Lens
Professional C-Mount Security Camera with Fixed 4mm Lens
Professional C-Mount Security Camera with Varifocal 4-8mm Lens
Professional C-Mount Security Camera with Varifocal 4-16mm Lens

You can also use a varifocal lens on a c-mount. The higher millimeter of the lens
the further distance viewable. C-Mount Security Cameras can use a varifocal lens. This is a huge advantage because you can adjust zoom and focus. With Varifocal lenses the focus can be varied from 5mm to 20mm or more.


Once installed, the
varifocal camera lens can be adjusted to choose a variety of focal distances and angles of view. An example of where you might use a varifocal lens is outside (or inside) a warehouse or parking lot where you need more distance than 35
feet.

For outdoor you need housing
C-Mount Security Cameras can be used outside when put in an outdoor
camera housing like the photo to the right.


Click the link below for a quote:
Professional C-Mount Security Camera with
Varifocal 4-8mm Lens in Outdoor
Housing

Security Cameras In Schools

Protect your students, teachers, administrators, parents... community!

Pre-School, K-12, Community Colleges, Universities

School Surveillance Security Camera Information and Ideas
Visitor Registration Needs Better Monitoring
Many schools are not constantly monitoring the visitor registration desk.

Danger Zone: Unregistered visitors can easily sneak past the registration window at some schools. Even if a person signs the registration form, often it is illegible. (Continued)

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in schools and universities!

 

Steve Irwin's death caught on Video

Video of 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin's last moments shows him pulling from his chest the poisonous stingray barb that killed him.



Irwin's manager John Stainton described the footage as a "terrible" experience, watching a friend die.

The camera video shows Steve swimming over the top of the ray, then the tail came up, and quickly spiked him in the chest. He then pulled the barb out out and the next minute he was dead.

CCTV Security Camera Test

Try this test with your camera
and various lenses.

This is an 12mm Shot with a C-Mount Professional CCTV Surveillance Camera

Lights on


The same camera switches from color
to black and white with the overhead lights off.  The camera automatically adjusts to lower light levels, as low as .001 Lux!

In this case, and light from a nearby exit sign was enough to allow the garage camera to 'see in the dark'.
 

Lights off


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Wall Mountable Varifocal 4-9mm Dome Security Camera Information

Ceiling and wall mounted dome security camera is a great solution for semi-covert uses. The tinted shield obscures the camera lens so no one can tell which direction the camera is pointed.

Click the link below for a quote:
Fixed Lens Super High Res 4mm Dome Security Camera
Fixed Lens Super High Res 8mm Dome Security Camera
Varifocal Super High Res 4-8mm Dome Security Camera

Wide Angle Security Cameras for large surveillance areas

Once you can get a good shot of a persons face with a close up security camera, you should use a wider angle camera lens for the interior surveillance spaces of the building. Seeing a larger area means that you can see what someone is doing, but may not be able to identify a face. Solution, use a color camera for inside building surveillance. Using color cameras inside your building is a good idea because you can readily identify a person by the clothes they are wearing. Used in conjunction with the face shot at the entry point, you have an excellent record of all people and activities in your surveillance areas. More information: http://www.CameraSecurityNow.com

The Security Camera Files

 See what the camera is recording! Click on link below for Demo Video
Note: Video is Macromedia Flash, original video has better quality.

$99 B&W Bullet Camera - Car pulling into the garage.

Color Bullet Camera
- No lights to full lights demo.

Dome Camera
-Popular casino camera

PTZ Camera Tour
-see an automated camera search an entire room. Note the various speeds at which the camera moves.

Covert Motion Sensor Cam
-It looks like a motion detector for an alarm system. It has a hidden camera so no one knows.

C-Mount Camera
-Professional grade JVC Camera with 4-8mm Varifocal Lens

Dumpster Camera
-Watch what goes in and out of the dumpster. You might be surprised.

Get a good face shot on CCTV

CCTV Security Camera Information for Non-Technical People

Get a good face shot!

Use Higher quality cameras at entry areas Doors, gates and other entry areas need a good quality, high resolution camera to record a good 'face shot.' The video from this camera should be considered a highly valuable since it can be used as evidence in identifying a person in a court of law.

About CCTV Security Cameras

Closed circuit television also known as CCTV is the industry standard in surveillance security cameras. CCTV can be a single network of cameras or multiple networks of camera linked together via switches, internet, DVR or wide area computer technology. CCTV Video data is analog. The analog signal can be converted to digital via CCTV Digital Video Recorders. Once the video data is digital it can be managed just like any other computer data and can be stored automatically on computers and network storage devices.
 

Security Camera Tips: Apply Logic when picking cameras and lenses

Consider the following when choosing a CCTV surveillance camera:

1. Sketch out a Floor Plan:
Put in all camera locations.
Consider the distance to your surveillance zone:Are you 5 feet or 15 feet away from your surveillance target area? It is best to locate your camera as close to the surveillance area first, then choose how much zoom you need. Do you need 4mm, 8mm or 12mm lens?

2. Field of view or area of surveillance: Take photos of areas you want to cover from the proposed camera locations.
What lens you need depends what you want to see and how far away and how wide a viewing area. Wide angle and fisheye lenses are available.
3. Resolution: Do you want to capture a persons face or a car license plate? Each camera location will determine which lenses would maximize your surveillance potential. Do you need 50mm lens or standard 8mm?

4 .Vandalism potential: Will your camera be subject to damage? Damage resistant cameras are available.

5. Lighting: Is the space well lit or dimly lit. Are the lights turned off at night? Do you want to monitor the area with the lights turned off? Do you need infrared or low light cameras?

6. Budget: Just like any technology, the more you spend, the better the system you get. Keep in mind a low cost camera is better than no camera.


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DVR Camera System Knows who is First To Work

At 7:12 am, employee arrives in parking garage.

At 7:13 am, employee heads for elevator

Seconds later, employee gets on elevator.

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Camera Security Now Rep: Best CCTV DVR Product on the Market

I believe you will find the benefits and features of our system will surpass any other products on the market and it will more than match your requirements and expectations

If you are interested in cameras, do not hesitate to call me and I will ad the cameras to the estimate.

Visit the links below for more information and benefits of the GeoVision DVR Products:

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The installation and setup of our equipment is straight forward.  The most difficult task installing their system is often running the cable and hanging the cameras.  If you would like to install the system yourself, let me know and I will quote the cabling and connectors.  We also have local contractors who can perform the installation.  If you are interested in receiving a quote for the installation, I can have a local rep call you to schedule a site survey and provide an installation estimate.  Some installers charge a flat fee of $100 to perform a site survey and this amount will be credited to your account when you have the system installed.

Thank you,

Bill Schiering

Networking and Security Sales
Camera Security Now
877-422-1907 ext 225
bill@csn1.com

CCTV Security Cameras are not all the same

Looking for cameras for your DVR or VCR Surveillance system?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actual Photo taken with Professional C-Mount Security Camera with GeoVision DVR GV600-4

CCTV security cameras come in many different styles and prices. Prices start at less than $75 and go up to over $10,000.

However, most decent surveillance cameras are in the $100 to $350 price range.

The first step in a digital video surveillance system is choosing the right CCTV security camera.
See: Real surveillance movie samples from our security cameras

Dome Security Cameras truly are the 'EYE in THE SKY'

Ceiling mounted Dome Security Cameras truly are the 'EYE in THE SKY' because they can point in any direction up to 360°. No one really knows which way the camera is looking. Dome Security Cameras can be manually adjusted at any time to monitor other directions. If you want to automatically adjust the direction of the camera, read more about PTZ Dome Security Cameras. Dome Security Cameras range from very low cost (we sell them for less than $50 in our Security Camera eStore) up to  $10,000 for high end PTZ, Explosion Proof cameras. You can get a good color dome camera for less than $200.

Most Talked about New CCTV DVR Feature

Point of Sale (POS) Integration
Integrate cash register transactions into GeoVision Surveillance Security Camera Servers utilizing the GV-Data Capture Device. 

The GV-Data Capture Device superimposes transaction data on the recorded images and snapshots. The POS transaction history will be kept in the GeoVision log database.

 

City Parks need surveillance security cameras

Digital Surveillance Systems capable of watching your parks are very inexpensive. Cameras can be viewed remotely from a Central Monitoring Station.

Can your city afford to have vandals destroy your park restrooms, ball fields and play centers with no recourse?

Visit http://www.CameraSecurityNow.com click on government link for more info.

CCTV DVR can monitor Thousands of Security Cameras

Central Monitoring Interface



The GeoVision V2 Central Monitoring application is a world-class, feature rich remote operator interface...
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Dell CCTV DVR Systems

Complete Security Camera Systems
Including DVR, Monitor, Security Cameras, Cable, Power Supply, Mounting Brackets and Instructions.

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2468BW Basic Security Camera System Package
4 - Pro B/W security cameras for low cost low light solutions excellent value. Great for parking lots, garages and low light surveillance.
2576C Camera Security System with 4 Color Bullet Cameras
4 -Bullet color security camera system for retail stores, restaurants and bars.

Dome Security Cameras are Hot

Dome Security Cameras
CCTV Dome Security Cameras are hard to spot and durable.

Dome Security Cameras are generally ceiling mounted or wall mounted and can easily be overlooked or mistaken for motion sensors or light fixtures.

See all our Dome Security Cameras

1000's of CCTV DVR Products are confusing

Why don't we have thousands of products in our CCTV DVR Security Camera estore when everyone else does?

Answer: Because we work to find the best products at the best price so we don't need to sell 1000's of product, in fact, we only sell a few hundred products.

Seems like every security camera e-store has thousands of products listed. Which product is right for you?

Call them -Try calling a 'thousand camera product' e-store. If you get anyone on the line, which is unlikely, ask them about the product. Odds are, they don't even know what the item is. Which product is best for your individual security camera need?

A 'thousand camera product' e-store, doesn't even sell 10% of their products. Some of their merchandise is good, some is not so good. Are you gambling with your security camera installation?

Call us 1-877-422-1907 We will help you with a project, even schedule security camera installers for you. Ask for Bill, Andy on our toll free 'Tech Special Forces' Number 877-422-1907. Tech Special Forces (TSF) are expert with Computer and CCTV DVR technology.

We sell and are familiar with 100% of the products in our e-store.

Do you have all the right pieces and parts?
Buy a complete security camera package from us and you will get all high quality products and every plug and do-dad you need for your security camera project.

Don't gamble with those other sites, trust us to sell you exactly what you need .
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GeoVision CCTV DVR Security Cameras are Easy to Install

I have attached an estimate on our DVR Camera Security Products for your review.  I believe you will find the benefits and features of our system will surpass any other products on the market and it will more than match your requirements and expectations

Visit the links below for more information and benefits of the GeoVision DVR Products:

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Virtual Demos:

http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/4_5.asp

The installation and setup of our equipment is straight forward.  The most difficult task installing the system is often running the cable and hanging the cameras.  I have included 4 cables if you would like to install the system yourself.  They cables come in pre-made sizes up to 250’.  We also have local contractors who can perform the installation.  If you are interested in receiving a quote for the installation, I can have a local rep call you to schedule a site survey and provide an installation estimate.  Some installers charge a flat fee of $100 to perform a site survey and this amount will be credited to your account when you have the system installed

Two-Way Audio Over Internet Connection

Watch, Hear and Respond Remotely

Someone has broke into your business and your GeoVision Security Camera system has notified you. Wouldn't it be great to tell the trespasser to go away! Story Continues

No light, Low Light Bullet Security Cameras

There are low light, no light and varifocal lens bullet cams.

Low light Bullet Security Cameras can see in very low light conditions but require some ambient light.
No light Bullet Security Cameras have LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes)  that illuminate areas in total darkness.
Varifocal Bullet Security Cameras offer maximum flexibility in camera installations requiring a wide range of focal lengths.

Why are they called Bullet Cams?

Bullet cams are typically smaller cameras that are just over 2 inches long and resemble a bullet shell casing. Bullet cams utilize CCTV technology. Bullet security cameras can be used in both indoor and outdoor applications.

The Bullet Security Camera is an ideal camera for many security applications. They got their name because they are shaped like a bullet cartridge.

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Employee Timecard Verification via CCTV DVR

Geovision CCTV DVR Tip:

Record and send snapshots during the time employees are expected to be at work. Now compare photo information with time card.

Actual Photo from Geovision CCTV DVR

From this photo we can see that Jim is at work at 7:29 AM on August 16, 2006.

CCTV without Tapes

The Old VHS Technology Tape Changing Blues Days are Over
If you are the person who is responsible for changing tapes, you know what the 'blues' are about. The GeoVision DVR is all digital and fully automatic. You do nothing. No tapes to change. No tapes to worry about. All GeoVision video is viewable over the internet with the Microsoft Windows Client.

Security Camera Systems for Businesses

Businesses are turning to video surveillance in new new and innovative ways.

Such as using the video system for training new employees, time and motion studies and covert surveillance.

Cameras clearly are protecting business and saving money.
Cameras can be found at the car wash and the corner store. If you drive buy an office or warehouse, chances are, there is camera surveillance in the area.

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GV-600 with 4 Camera Connections 30 Frames Per Second, 1 Channel Audio, 200 Gb Video Storage
GV-800 with 8 Camera Connections 120 Frames Per Second,4 Channels Audio, 400 Gb Video Storage
GV1240 with 16 Camera Connections 240 Frames Per Second, 4 Channels Audio, 800 Gb Video Storage
GV1480 with 16 Camera Connections 480 Frames Per Second, Optional 16 Channel Sound, 1TB Storage

Prison and Jail Cell Camera and Audio Surveillance

CCTV DVR Surveillance systems are commonly monitoring all Video and Audio in prison and jail cells. Protect 'high risk' prisoners from suicide. Learn what goes on during visitation with friends and family. (Reference: CCTV Cameras in Jail Cells)

Water Treatment Facilities Surveillance

GeoVision Technology from Camera Security Now, is a must to protect your water and wastewater treatment facilities.

With remote viewable, 100% automated cctv dvr systems starting under $2000, verification video surveillance data can provide better monitoring of the city or county water facilities at a very low cost. (more)

Built-in motion detection

Configure each CameraGeoVision's CCTV DVR Camera Server motion detection feature can be configured individually for each camera.

Mask Specific Areas for Motion Camera ActivationSensitivity and masking areas can be adjusted separately according to the physical surroundings. This improves reliability and accuracy of detection.

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CCTV Camera Files See what the camera is recording! Click on link below for Demo VideoNote: Video is Macromedia Flash, original video has better quality.http://www.camerasecuritynow.com/CCTV-Cameras/AVI-Files.asp