CCTV Camera World is a professional security camera products distributor and we take pride in offering products that provide versatility in their remote viewing viewing capabilities. Remote viewing of our cameras and systems is free of charge as explained in our free remote viewing guide for security camera systems. While our products are professional, remote […]
What you should know before buying security cameras! Technology can be confusing, no doubt, and security cameras are no exception. There are countless technologies, features, and types of cameras to know about. With a plethora of information and deceptive marketing out there on the web, it can be difficult to sift through the information to […]
Extreme weather appears to be becoming more common as time passes. Powerful winter storms in Texas, record-breaking snowfall in Buffalo, and stronger hurricanes are all threats to electronics like security cameras from lightning, moisture, and power outages. Even though most people don’t think of thunderstorms as being as damaging as those widely covered weather events, […]
If you have a retail store where cash is being handled, then having a security camera over the cash register is of the utmost importance. In general, employee theft can occur in various forms and can have a significant impact on a business. It is important for companies to implement measures to prevent and detect […]
When shopping for a security camera system, customers typically don’t give encoding much thought, but it is crucial to know how surveillance cameras and systems record, store, and playback video. Security cameras greatly benefit from improvements in video encoding as new technology is developed. H.265 or HEVC is the latest innovation in video encoding, and […]
This is a no-nonsense guide about how to update your existing surveillance system. Unlike other guides that discuss theories and hypotheticals, we break down the process so you can learn from it and do it on your own by selecting appropriate replacement equipment from CCTV Camera World. Contents Check for Video Issues Check Which Type […]
The word PTZ is short for “Pan Tilt Zoom.” PTZ cameras are an ideal choice for both security and multimedia applications. They are adaptable enough to be utilized anywhere for any project because they can move around freely and have optical zoom, which comes in handy for long distance observation and surveillance. There are several […]
These days, it’s hard to get reliable and skilled service for products bought in stores or online. Most businesses either outsource to other countries or hire low-skilled workers and only provide a few weeks of product training. We hold ourselves to a higher standard by providing support from the United States that is quick and […]
There have been many changes and updates to security cameras over the years. Just recently, cameras have started to support HTML5 access using modern browsers. However, HTML5 lacks support for some critical features that are still supported by the plugins that run in Internet Explorer. As of June 15, 2022, Microsoft has discontinued Internet Explorer […]
IP cameras and IP surveillance systems work a bit differently than their legacy Analog predecessors. The good news is that we do have simplified IP systems available that do not require advanced networking knowledge to set up a closed system. However, if you’re looking to do a more complex install, you should take a look […]
Security Cameras with motion detection are outdated How many motion alerts have you gotten today? Has it been 10? 20? 50? Maybe you’ve started to lose count. Maybe you’re tired. Too tired of checking your phone because its most likely just another person walking by your place of business or your neighbor walking the dogs. […]
If you are having issues with using a monitor or TV to view your security camera system it usually relates to the resolution that the system is trying to display. It’s important to take the necessary troubleshooting steps to gather information on why the display is not working. Often times it’s easy to assume that […]
In this comprehensive video guide, we demonstrate the plethora of basic functions that our security camera recorders have to offer. After you purchase your system, this guide is a starting point for learning how to use your security camera system. We start from learning to login to the recorder, and end with downloading video from […]
A common challenge when installing a security system is the transmission distance limitation of Ethernet cabling. IP cameras that are part of a modern surveillance system are deployed using PoE technology that involves the use of copper based network cabling like CAT5e or CAT6 that has a data transmission limit of 100m (328ft). While that […]
CCTV Camera World devices come with free computer software that will allow you to access your DVR, NVR or IP camera with a multitude of functionalities. To be able to access your live video feeds, stored video, and download recorded video brings a whole new element of security. To new users, this program may seem […]
Security Cameras 100 Safest Cities in America in 2022 100 Safest Cities in America in 2022 Published January 12, 2022 The last few years in America have been difficult to say the least. So much so that the FBI’s most recent crime data shows that violent crimes in the U.S. increased by 5.6% in 2020. […]
Security Cameras Porch Piracy to Surge… Porch Piracy to Surge During Record Online Shopping This Holiday Season States Most and Least at Risk for Package Theft and How to Prevent It Published November 5, 2021 A record $207 billion is projected to be spent by online shoppers this holiday season, our second with COVID-19 keeping […]
Security camera installations vary greatly depending on what the requirements for the system are. A common problem that we are contacted about is sending multiple camera signals over one wire in a HD over coax system. Fortunately there is a solution for sending up to 4 camera signals over 1 wire using equipment called passive […]
To receive commands over a coax cable or RS485 wire HD PTZ cameras have IDs that tell a DVR or controller where to send the commands. If two PTZ cameras are set to the same ID then they will receive the same commands. This causes both cameras to move in the same direction at the […]
With discussions on privacy rights amongst individuals at an all-time high, the question of whether or not you should install surveillance systems in the workplace becomes a pretty complex discussion. On one hand you’d think that all businesses need security all-time installed to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment for all. On the other […]
CCTV Camera World is a professional security camera products distributor and we take pride in offering products that provide versatility in their remote viewing viewing capabilities. Remote viewing of our cameras and systems is free of charge as explained in our free remote viewing guide for security camera systems. While our products are professional, remote […]
What you should know before buying security cameras! Technology can be confusing, no doubt, and security cameras are no exception. There are countless technologies, features, and types of cameras to know about. With a plethora of information and deceptive marketing out there on the web, it can be difficult to sift through the information to […]
Extreme weather appears to be becoming more common as time passes. Powerful winter storms in Texas, record-breaking snowfall in Buffalo, and stronger hurricanes are all threats to electronics like security cameras from lightning, moisture, and power outages. Even though most people don’t think of thunderstorms as being as damaging as those widely covered weather events, […]
If you have a retail store where cash is being handled, then having a security camera over the cash register is of the utmost importance. In general, employee theft can occur in various forms and can have a significant impact on a business. It is important for companies to implement measures to prevent and detect […]
When shopping for a security camera system, customers typically don’t give encoding much thought, but it is crucial to know how surveillance cameras and systems record, store, and playback video. Security cameras greatly benefit from improvements in video encoding as new technology is developed. H.265 or HEVC is the latest innovation in video encoding, and […]
This is a no-nonsense guide about how to update your existing surveillance system. Unlike other guides that discuss theories and hypotheticals, we break down the process so you can learn from it and do it on your own by selecting appropriate replacement equipment from CCTV Camera World. Contents Check for Video Issues Check Which Type […]
The word PTZ is short for “Pan Tilt Zoom.” PTZ cameras are an ideal choice for both security and multimedia applications. They are adaptable enough to be utilized anywhere for any project because they can move around freely and have optical zoom, which comes in handy for long distance observation and surveillance. There are several […]
These days, it’s hard to get reliable and skilled service for products bought in stores or online. Most businesses either outsource to other countries or hire low-skilled workers and only provide a few weeks of product training. We hold ourselves to a higher standard by providing support from the United States that is quick and […]
There have been many changes and updates to security cameras over the years. Just recently, cameras have started to support HTML5 access using modern browsers. However, HTML5 lacks support for some critical features that are still supported by the plugins that run in Internet Explorer. As of June 15, 2022, Microsoft has discontinued Internet Explorer […]
Security Cameras with motion detection are outdated How many motion alerts have you gotten today? Has it been 10? 20? 50? Maybe you’ve started to lose count. Maybe you’re tired. Too tired of checking your phone because its most likely just another person walking by your place of business or your neighbor walking the dogs. […]
If you are having issues with using a monitor or TV to view your security camera system it usually relates to the resolution that the system is trying to display. It’s important to take the necessary troubleshooting steps to gather information on why the display is not working. Often times it’s easy to assume that […]
In this comprehensive video guide, we demonstrate the plethora of basic functions that our security camera recorders have to offer. After you purchase your system, this guide is a starting point for learning how to use your security camera system. We start from learning to login to the recorder, and end with downloading video from […]
Security Cameras 100 Safest Cities in America in 2022 100 Safest Cities in America in 2022 Published January 12, 2022 The last few years in America have been difficult to say the least. So much so that the FBI’s most recent crime data shows that violent crimes in the U.S. increased by 5.6% in 2020. […]
Security Cameras Porch Piracy to Surge… Porch Piracy to Surge During Record Online Shopping This Holiday Season States Most and Least at Risk for Package Theft and How to Prevent It Published November 5, 2021 A record $207 billion is projected to be spent by online shoppers this holiday season, our second with COVID-19 keeping […]
Security camera installations vary greatly depending on what the requirements for the system are. A common problem that we are contacted about is sending multiple camera signals over one wire in a HD over coax system. Fortunately there is a solution for sending up to 4 camera signals over 1 wire using equipment called passive […]
To receive commands over a coax cable or RS485 wire HD PTZ cameras have IDs that tell a DVR or controller where to send the commands. If two PTZ cameras are set to the same ID then they will receive the same commands. This causes both cameras to move in the same direction at the […]
With discussions on privacy rights amongst individuals at an all-time high, the question of whether or not you should install surveillance systems in the workplace becomes a pretty complex discussion. On one hand you’d think that all businesses need security all-time installed to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment for all. On the other […]