CCTV Equipment – Workplace & Home security solution

CCTV or closed circuit television system is a crime prevention tool used in industries, homes, shops, public places such as airports and sensitive areas like nuclear installations, army bases and of course in schools and colleges.

Closed circuit television captures audio / video recordings, images in real time from a single or multiple locations with the help of digital or non-digital cameras. These recordings are then broadcasted on the monitor and also recorded via DVR's for future reference.

Below mentioned are some of the advantages of closed circuit television.

1. It is a crime deterrent if installed at home. At work place it maintains discipline and prevents theft.

2. In public places, a closed circuit television setup provides the necessary proof in the form of recordings in case a mishap occurs.

3. It makes people more security conscious.

Digital Video Recorder or DVR is a recording device. It saves audio/video recordings sent by cameras. It forms an integral part of CCTV setup. A CCTV Recorder has an option to grab inputs from many channels or cameras.

A decade ago VCR's were used to save recordings which had several disadvantages but today they have become obsolete. VCR's required regular maintenance and replacement of VHS tape. With the advent of DVR's everything changed. Digital video recorder allows storage of recordings in digital format on internal storage device or hard disks are they are popularly called.

The advantages of digital video recorders are:

1. Superb image quality.

2. Maintenance free and easy to use. Videos can be searched for specific time and date.

3. Instant playback.

4. Remote monitoring possible.

CCTV Equipment includes cameras, monitors, DVR's and supporting accessories like alarms and access control products. Closed circuit television equipment together forms one unit which is used for covert or overt surveillance operation. Once installed, the system can be hooked to other crime prevention devices such as alarms or networked with the local police station for immediate response. Some of the equipment helps in monitoring places and people remotely; via internet.

CCTV equipment is primarily used for workplace, retail and factory environments.