CCTV
Closed circuit television (CCTV) surveillance systems are in widespread use
as a means of conveying visual information from a selected location back to
a remote monitoring position. Although relatively new in the protection of
industrial and business sites, in comparison with more traditional means,
CCTV has proved to be an excellent deterrent.
The most essential ingredient for installing an effective CCTV system is careful
planning. Identify exactly what needs to be achieved and specify it. Companies
who tender for the installation work would then need to identify the most
suitable equipment to meet your requirements. Unless someone within the business
has detailed knowledge of CCTV systems it is unwise to try and specify the
equipment to be used without expert advice.
There are nine key areas to be considered when planning an effective CCTV
system. Click on the headings below for further information:
System coverage
Desired
image size
Fixed
or pan, tilt and zoom cameras
Control
room and monitors
Lighting
and weather
Local
physical conditions
Required
alarm response
Digital
vs Analogue
System
expandability
Closed Circuit Television can contribute greatly to the success of perimeter
security systems, however they can malfunction. After what can be a major
investment in business security, it is essential that your CCTV system is
regularly maintained and tested, under contract.
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