CCTV Security Cameras Work!

Statistics point to major reductions in the amount of crime being committed where there are cameras are installed. An article in 'New Scientist' magazine showed that simply installing a system can reduce crime, in the areas covered, by over 95%. As our customers inform us that they are having similar results in all types of business, you will begin to appreciate why CCTV is seen by many as the best system for deterrent and detection.

Benefits of CCTV

CCTV equipment can provide instant alerts when trouble occurs, ensuring that crime against people, theft and vandalism are all substantially reduced. And when crime does occur, CCTV system incident recording can provide valuable evidence, improving the likelihood of a conviction.

CCTV security system technology and CCTV equipment can be used in both internal and external environments to watch over and protect people, property, vehicles and valuables.

CCTV Security Systems - In a retail environment

In the retail sector, the use of CCTV is not confined to the prevention of crime. Properly designed and implemented, modern digital CCTV also provides valuable management information, as well as crowd control, staff monitoring and support.

With a safer environment and increased peace-of-mind for staff, customers and the general public, there are benefits in terms of increased traffic and business.

Internal shrinkage is a major problem for the retail sector. By using CCTV to monitor cashier activity, these losses can be significantly reduced.

Covert & Discreet Cameras

We can supply and install security cameras hidden inside a variety of everyday appliances and inconspicuous housings. Take a look at how they can improve the effectiveness of your security installations!

• Hidden cameras are virtually undetectable yet provide high quality picture even through a pinhole
• Hidden cameras provide security without creating an oppressive environment
• They actually detect crime whereas visible cameras tend to deter
• An effective solution for eliminating office theft, shoplifting, stock shrinkage and burglary

CCTV is now common place in most environments with a vast array of equipment available. As a professional installation company, we can provide the best solution to meet your requirements and budget.

Our solutions incorporate only quality equipment from manufactures such as Panasonic, Sony, Bosch and Pentax.

We also lead the way in Ethernet CCTV, pioneering the latest technology to transmit quality CCTV images over LAN's/WAN's and the Internet.

What Digital CCTV Recording can do for you.

Technology to take your CCTV recordings to a new dimension.

• Instant image retrieval
• Record what you need when you need it
• View your pictures anywhere in the world
• No tapes!

Cost Savings

Tape changes are eliminated saving tape costs and staff time.

Quality and Security

Digital recording provides high quality images far in advance of standard video tapes. Images may be easily copied or emailed without degradation. Authentication software ensures images are tamperproof.

Standalone Digital Recorder

Standalone Digital Recorders offer a simple upgrade for your current system retaining VCR style controls for easy use.

Proper Maintenance

Metropolitan Police Service Commissioner Sir John Stevens told a recent press conference:

"CCTV is a powerful weapon in preventing and detecting crime – just look how it helped us catch the nail bomber in a matter of days. But without proper maintenance, clean lenses and decent tapes it's a bit like looking at things through a snowstorm."

Whether you are protecting your business or your home against robbery and theft, If you use CCTV to protect your premises you should check your system.

There are a few simple rules to ensure that CCTV is not rendered useless:

• Change tapes daily*
• Use them no more than 12 times*
• Keep tapes for at least a month (Check with your Data Protection Policy)*
• Use good quality tapes and check them by playing them on a different machine*
• Ensure that the picture is clear
• Check that the time and date displays are correct
• Check that the picture is covering the right area
• Make sure there is enough light for the camera to give a proper picture
  

*Time-Lapse Video Recorder

Police Investigators

For CCTV recordings to be effective in detecting and investigating crime they must be fit for purpose and easily accessible by police investigators. For digital CCTV security camera systems there are 4 main areas that must be considered:

• Quality - are the pictures good enough?
• Storage - are the pictures stored appropriately?
• Export - can the pictures be easily exported from the system?
• Playback - can the pictures be easily viewed by authorised third parties?

More information on Police requirements for Digital CCTV Systems.

CCTV Surveillance System

A properly installed and managed CCTV system can dramatically reduce crime levels. Drops as high as 90% have been recorded where a highly visible CCTV camera has been installed in certain locations, i.e. in shopping centers and car parks.

We can design, install & maintain CCTV systems which range from single camera/single monitor installations to those with multiple cameras and sophisticated control and monitoring equipment capable of remote access and review.

We can also provide a range of covert cameras to assist in providing discreet video/audio surveillance when needed.

• CCTV Systems and the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA)

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