Commercial CCTV Installation Tips

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CCTV cameras are probably the most popular commercial security system. Business people utilise CCTV cameras to deter theft, record criminal activity and supervise their employees. If you wish to install CCTV cameras on your commercial premises, below are a few things to consider. 

Installation Location

Your business needs should be the key determinant when installing the cameras. For instance, if the cameras are to be used to deter theft, install them in strategic locations such as the entry points, perimeter and the main hallways. Moreover, you should install the cameras in rooms that burglars are likely to target. For instance, the accounting and managerial offices are a potential target for thugs. If you wish to use CCTV cameras to supervise your employees, you could install them at their workstations. As a rule, ask an experienced CCTV installer to survey the premises and map out the best place to install the cameras. They are best suited to ensure that the CCTV coverage does not have any blind spots. Besides, the professional set up the cameras to ensure they capture fine details. For example, if you intend to supervise employees, the cameras should capture their computer screens to help you track their browsing history. 

Camera Specifications

Below are some camera specifications to look out for when buying commercial CCTV cameras: 

  • Consider IP cameras since they do not require any wiring. Therefore, you do not have to worry about hanging wires or rewiring your office. Besides, IP cameras allow you to stream live or recorded footage from your devices.
  • The cameras must have a crisp picture. It lets you capture fine details such as number plates, colours and small writings.
  • Outdoor CCTV cameras should have a long range so that you can view images from a long distance. Moreover, the cameras should have weather-proof casings and heated lenses to prevent pictures from getting blurry during rainy weather and storms.
  • Consider CCTV cameras with an infra-red feature that enables them to capture images at night.  

Camera Security And Functionality

Malicious individuals and thieves might want to damage the CCTV cameras to prevent them from recording. The cameras should be installed several meters above the ground to avoid such incidences. Moreover, consider regular CCTV maintenance, such as cleaning the lenses to get rid of dirt and other contaminants that could affect the picture quality. If possible, install a CCTV power backup system. The system kicks in when you do not have a power connection on your premises. 

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