All About CCTV Accessories
Installing a CCTV system is a great way to protect your home from criminal acts by unscrupulous individuals or groups. Today, these security units can be further enhanced to offer better surveillance. The accessories can also be used to maintain the system. Here's more on the same.
The most common accessories for CCTV include camera extension cables, enclosures, power supply, wire guards, etc. The illuminator for instance, is a particularly popular CCTV accessory that works by producing discreet and effective illumination at night. Ideal for black and white cameras; they come with built in photocells that switch on automatically upon detection of light levels below 10 Lux.
High quality camera wiring is also necessary for smooth functioning of your CCTV. It can extend the cable run for your camera and also allow you to connect several extension leads together, when required. Most of these are available with simple plug-in connections.
Just as a CCTV guarantees security for your residential or office space; you also require certain accessories to protect the camera unit itself. A wire guard can help you do just that. A quality wire guard will defend your PIR sensors and CCTV camera from damage or vandalism.
In case of multiple CCTV units; you can invest in a camera switcher. The switchers can be used to connect multiple cameras; often with manual as well as automatic switching facilities. Easily connectable to the TV or VCR; they can automatically switch to a camera that's picked up movement (when used with PIR cameras). The adjustable swell time option allows you to choose between 2 to 30 seconds of time before switching from one camera to the next. What's more; this particular CCTV accessory comes equipped with built in alarm trigger output.
CCTV activators can be used to activate VCR/DVD recorders, when used in tandem with PIR cameras or standalone PIR sensors. It allows you to capture CCTV footage even when you're away from the property. This accessory is usually available with internal sounders with adjustable volumes to warn you of intruders. The memory back up feature eliminates the need to do reprogramming, in case of a power cut.
A multi function CCTV test unit is just the thing to help you check video signals and PTZ settings. You can use the same to confirm whether the angle of the camera is right while installing the unit without having to visit the monitoring site. It also has a built in speaker for testing audio.
Other important CCTV accessories include crimping tools, connectors and adaptors, control units etc. Therefore, if you're looking for security that's truly comprehensive; bring these home to get the most out of your CCTV unit.