Playing back recorded footage from your cameras is one of the most important reasons to purchase and own a security camera system. Whether you’re monitoring your home or business, having dependable recordings and the ability to review them is critical for investigating incidents and ensuring the safety of your property. Playback challenges such as missing […]
Our world has become a connected web of electronic devices. Nearly everyone has a phone, an email account, computers, credit cards, medical records and so on. Everything is connected. In fact, the only way you can escape this massive interconnected world of ours would be to bury all of your electronics into the ground and […]
Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology has played a transformative role in the development and deployment of surveillance systems and the Internet of Things (IoT). The unique ability to transmit both power and data over the same Ethernet cable has revolutionized the way contractors, electricians, and homeowners approach wiring infrastructure in homes and businesses alike. The […]
When your security camera system stops working it is one of those events that make you go “Now what?” There’s plenty of stuff in life going wrong and the last thing you need is your camera system to stop working. Fortunately for you, as our customer, the reliability of our systems is barnone. Most of […]
Whether you’re setting up a new security camera system or upgrading your existing one, some components require careful handling and regular maintenance to prevent potential issues. Over the years, we’ve seen a variety of avoidable mistakes: from connecting passive Power over Ethernet to a PoE camera, using 24V AC with a 12V DC camera, to […]
Setting up a security camera system for a barn, garage, shop, or other outbuilding offers added peace of mind for rural and suburban home owners. When running cables directly from the main building is impossible or too difficult, a wireless bridge system is one of the best solutions for getting surveillance coverage in these locations. […]
After the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), it’s difficult to find a trusted supplier of authorized federal government security cameras. The NDAA prohibited the use of numerous well-known camera brands from Chinese manufacturers in government surveillance projects and camera contracts. Fortunately, CCTV Camera World is registered in SAM, the System for Award Management, as […]
When you export video from an Avalonix Premium Series security camera recorder (NVR or DVR) using a thumb-drive connected to the recorder or using the camera monitoring software, we recommend exporting the raw DAV file format. The DAV file format retains metadata like date and time, as well as event data from motion detection or […]
AVI and MP4 files are two of the most common video file formats for computers and smartphones. When you export video from an Avalonix Premium series security camera recorder, we recommend exporting the raw DAV file format for the best experience. Converting the file while exporting using your recorder, especially with larger files or over […]
Several features of AvaEye IP security cameras enable you to monitor your home, apartment, or business more efficiently by detecting events in front of the cameras. Among these features are motion detection, ultra motion detection, line crossing, and intrusion detection. Some higher-end models have more options. Not only can the cameras sense events using these […]
Security cameras have beneficial use cases in a variety of settings beyond businesses and residential homes. With increasingly frequent break-ins of equipment sheds, hunting cabins, vacation homes, cottages, or wilderness visitor centers, it’s important to understand how a security camera system can prevent or prosecute intruders that steal or cause damage. Even in remote areas, […]
In today’s world it is becoming increasingly important to secure electronic devices that are connected to the internet. One of the best ways to secure security cameras and security camera systems is to set up HTTPS. HTTPS provides an extra layer of security when accessing a security camera system using a web browser. The HTTPS […]
When picking out the best 4K NVR for a new 4K surveillance system you should take some time to think about your purchase. Think ahead as to what features you’ll need. Take a minute, sit down, do the math, analyze your wants vs. your needs, and come up with a solution you will be happy […]
There a lot of things that can go wrong with security cameras. The most noticeable are going to be problems with the image itself. The good news is that identifying the problem isn’t as difficult as you may think. For as many things that can potentially going wrong, each one of those problems presents themselves […]
Watching your security cameras from Avalonix Premium Series NVR and DVR recorders is convenient using a monitor or TV directly connected to the recorder. Most of the high capacity Avalonix 32 channel, 64 channel, and 128-channel models have two HDMI outputs, allowing the user to connect two computer monitors or televisions . These outputs are […]
Multicast technology, especially when it comes to video, is beneficial for reducing network usage and processing overhead on a network camera. By default, Avalonix Premium Series PoE security cameras have multicast over TCP/IP enabled. However, you may want to disable, make adjustments, or simply not understand how to view or use the stream. There’s also […]
The Natural History Museum in London is a treasure trove of scientific knowledge and unimaginable wonders. The regal brown-stone building houses awe-inspiring displays: a blue whale skeleton named “Hope” hanging in the entrance hall, a dazzling array of intricate fossils and minerals, and a first edition of “On the Origin of Species by Means of […]
Two-way audio security cameras are a popular choice for keeping homes and businesses safe as they allow you to listen-in and talk through the camera using a smartphone app. However, many people find that the audio quality from cameras made by big brands like Nest and Ring isn’t great. Often, the speaker’s sound is too […]
A Pew Research survey from 2020 revealed that “75% of Americans” hypothesized there could potentially be multiple foreign governments taking action to influence the U.S. elections (Hartig, 2020). Election security in today’s overwhelming digital state is an absolute necessity to ensure integrity at the polls. Concerns over potential interference, both international and domestic, have been […]
The tutorial video showcased above guides viewers through the setup process of the Avalonix Premium Series Audio Detection feature. Ideal for those seeking to record video and audio evidence of disturbances such as noisy neighbors or barking dogs, this feature simplifies monitoring audible nuisances within any neighborhood. The setup can be effortlessly completed either directly […]
Playing back recorded footage from your cameras is one of the most important reasons to purchase and own a security camera system. Whether you’re monitoring your home or business, having dependable recordings and the ability to review them is critical for investigating incidents and ensuring the safety of your property. Playback challenges such as missing […]
Our world has become a connected web of electronic devices. Nearly everyone has a phone, an email account, computers, credit cards, medical records and so on. Everything is connected. In fact, the only way you can escape this massive interconnected world of ours would be to bury all of your electronics into the ground and […]
Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology has played a transformative role in the development and deployment of surveillance systems and the Internet of Things (IoT). The unique ability to transmit both power and data over the same Ethernet cable has revolutionized the way contractors, electricians, and homeowners approach wiring infrastructure in homes and businesses alike. The […]
When your security camera system stops working it is one of those events that make you go “Now what?” There’s plenty of stuff in life going wrong and the last thing you need is your camera system to stop working. Fortunately for you, as our customer, the reliability of our systems is barnone. Most of […]
Setting up a security camera system for a barn, garage, shop, or other outbuilding offers added peace of mind for rural and suburban home owners. When running cables directly from the main building is impossible or too difficult, a wireless bridge system is one of the best solutions for getting surveillance coverage in these locations. […]
After the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), it’s difficult to find a trusted supplier of authorized federal government security cameras. The NDAA prohibited the use of numerous well-known camera brands from Chinese manufacturers in government surveillance projects and camera contracts. Fortunately, CCTV Camera World is registered in SAM, the System for Award Management, as […]
When you export video from an Avalonix Premium Series security camera recorder (NVR or DVR) using a thumb-drive connected to the recorder or using the camera monitoring software, we recommend exporting the raw DAV file format. The DAV file format retains metadata like date and time, as well as event data from motion detection or […]
AVI and MP4 files are two of the most common video file formats for computers and smartphones. When you export video from an Avalonix Premium series security camera recorder, we recommend exporting the raw DAV file format for the best experience. Converting the file while exporting using your recorder, especially with larger files or over […]
Several features of AvaEye IP security cameras enable you to monitor your home, apartment, or business more efficiently by detecting events in front of the cameras. Among these features are motion detection, ultra motion detection, line crossing, and intrusion detection. Some higher-end models have more options. Not only can the cameras sense events using these […]
Security cameras have beneficial use cases in a variety of settings beyond businesses and residential homes. With increasingly frequent break-ins of equipment sheds, hunting cabins, vacation homes, cottages, or wilderness visitor centers, it’s important to understand how a security camera system can prevent or prosecute intruders that steal or cause damage. Even in remote areas, […]
In today’s world it is becoming increasingly important to secure electronic devices that are connected to the internet. One of the best ways to secure security cameras and security camera systems is to set up HTTPS. HTTPS provides an extra layer of security when accessing a security camera system using a web browser. The HTTPS […]
When picking out the best 4K NVR for a new 4K surveillance system you should take some time to think about your purchase. Think ahead as to what features you’ll need. Take a minute, sit down, do the math, analyze your wants vs. your needs, and come up with a solution you will be happy […]
There a lot of things that can go wrong with security cameras. The most noticeable are going to be problems with the image itself. The good news is that identifying the problem isn’t as difficult as you may think. For as many things that can potentially going wrong, each one of those problems presents themselves […]
The Natural History Museum in London is a treasure trove of scientific knowledge and unimaginable wonders. The regal brown-stone building houses awe-inspiring displays: a blue whale skeleton named “Hope” hanging in the entrance hall, a dazzling array of intricate fossils and minerals, and a first edition of “On the Origin of Species by Means of […]
Two-way audio security cameras are a popular choice for keeping homes and businesses safe as they allow you to listen-in and talk through the camera using a smartphone app. However, many people find that the audio quality from cameras made by big brands like Nest and Ring isn’t great. Often, the speaker’s sound is too […]
A Pew Research survey from 2020 revealed that “75% of Americans” hypothesized there could potentially be multiple foreign governments taking action to influence the U.S. elections (Hartig, 2020). Election security in today’s overwhelming digital state is an absolute necessity to ensure integrity at the polls. Concerns over potential interference, both international and domestic, have been […]