Years ago, home burglar alarms were only found with rich homes. These days however, the prices have dropped and they are becoming more common with homes of average folk. A lot of people who invest in burglar systems go for the do it yourself systems. They can be wired or wireless, setting off an alarm when an intruder attempts to break in or when they are moving around inside of your house.
With home burglar alarms, there are two types - open and closed circuit. Open circuit systems work by setting off an alarm when the circuit closes. When a window or a door is opened, the circuit is immediately completed and the alarm goes off. Closed circuit systems work the opposite way. When a window or door is opened, the circuit is broken - also setting off the alarm.
Another, more sophisticated option, are motion sensors. Motion sensors sense any type of motion within a certain radius to the sensor. Once it has sensed any motion, it sends a signal out to the control panel that will analyze it and see if the movement is considered suspicious. If the movement is indeed considered suspicious, it will react to the way you have it set up and inform the proper authorities or sound the alarm.
Motion sensors can also be adjusted as well. You can adjust them for things such as pets walking around or any other activity that is common with your home that wouldn’t signify a burglary taking place. Motion sensor alarms are very common these days, and one of the best ways to keep your home safe from a burglar - and give you peace of mind in knowing that you are protected.
Normally, it’s a good idea to use motion sensors and magnetic switches with your burglar alarm setup. Magnetic switches will protect doors and windows while the motion sensors will help to protect larger rooms, such as living rooms and hallways. The combination of the two is never a bad idea - and will go a long way in protecting your home.
Another available option that you have is a security camera. Video cameras are also common these days, and can be mounted in very strategic areas throughout the parameter of your home. They will pick up images in the area they are mounted, which will be displayed on the monitor. You can also record the video to a videotape as well, making it an ideal choice for anyone who wants to keep track of the information that the camera picks up.
You can also get a burglar system from a home security company as well. Most companies monitor their systems remotely, and always have someone in the office to look after the system. Once the alarm is set off, the company will immediately inform the local police or send their own security personnel out to your home. This way, night or day, no matter where you go, your home will always be protected.
Investing in a burglary system of any type is always a smart investment. You have several different to choose from, depending on your needs. If you’ve been worried about your home and the things you keep inside your home, you should invest in a burglary system. They will help you keep peace of mind, and know that you are protected. They don’t cost that much either, which makes them an even better investment. If you own a home - you shouldn’t hesitate to invest in a burglary system.
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Tuesday 29 November 2011
Monday 21 November 2011
CCTV Camera Monitoring
Correctly used camera monitoring can deter criminal activity and enhance the safety of the public but just as any method it is not a miracle cure that works everywhere and all the time.
In many countries these days CCTV monitoring is used more and more to deter criminal activity as well as nuisance disturbances of neighbours and neighbourhoods. The reason for this is mainly because there is a bigger demand for safety and security monitoring but also the advancement in technology has enabled people and communities to use CCTV as a safety measure.
But before you implement a security system with CCTV cameras there are many aspects you need to take into consideration, on one hand you have the expectation that the CCTV system will increase the safety and minimise crime, but on the other hand some people argue that the use of CCTV system are intruding on people's privacy and private lifes. To minimise the risk of purchasing a system that is not suitable, it is imperative to learn about the CCTV systems functions.
The effect a CCTV System can have is that amongst other things criminal activity can be stopped due to the criminal noticing the CCTV system but also the crimes that have been committed can be investigated and hopefully a rightful conviction can follow. What many newspapers, journalists and 'people in the know' are talking about the most is the way it makes people feel safer and the fact that it can deter crime. The scientific aspect of the arguments are that the CCTV system can deter criminals in action and in some cases it can make people feel safeer. But as many other methods in life this is not one that will work all the time and not every where. It can stop some criminals, but all and it can make some people feel safer, but again not all.
You can never say that installing a CCTV System will keep you and your property safe, however there are measures you can take to minimise the crime you are likely to be effected by.
You should analyse the situation and issues you are experiencing, prior to having any system installed, ensure your reason for having a system installed is reasonable, affordable and will make a difference to you. You need to think about not only where to place the camera(s) but also what would you need the camera for and what would you do with the footage should you have such a system installed.
If your home or business is located in a high crime area, then you most likely will have a higher 'return' of having your system installed, ie you will see a lot less criminal activity than if you were located in a low criminal activity area. Saying that the effect your CCTV system can have even in a low risk area can still deter criminals. But there are things to think about when you have the system installed, to ensure you get the best possible effect out of your system. You need to ensure that the entire area you would like to cover is covered, ie you may need more than one camera. If the area you need to cover is external areas, you may even have to ensure nature is not in the way of your camera system, cut down any bushes or trees that are going to be in the way of getting the best possible footage.
Another useful piece of equipment to have installed along your CCTV system is additional lighting, for exampe motion detection flood lights are great, the footage will be of a better quality the more light it gets.
According to studies CCTV systems are most effective on planned crimes such as burglaries, theft and vandalism. When it comes to unplanned crimes, mainly due to the criminal being under the influence of alcohol, it seem to have much less effect. In simple terms this means that CCTV systems can deter criminals who have set out to burgle, vandalies or steal, but on people who had a bit too much to drink and carry out a criminal activity it does not have much affect. In effect it has an impact when the criminal have the opportunity to think if the activity they are carrying out is worth possibly getting caught on camera for.
There are also studies that suggest that the less experienced criminal is more likely to stop the criminal activity than a more experienced criminal. A more experienced criminal will not be deterred by just any CCTV system they will need to know that they could get caught in the action or by being identified on camera footage to deter them from carrying out the criminal activity.
It is also essential that the CCTV signage is there, the more the public is aware of the CCTV system being in place the better. Many premises with CCTV systems in place are still not advertising the system enough. Let everyone know you have the cameras installed and that you are not afraid to use the footage! A simple way of doing this is by having many CCTV signs.
The ideal situation you would have a few cameras installed, to cover all areas you could possibly have problems in. Also prove that you do record footage and give the footage to police as and when it would be necessary.
But most of all, what would increase the use and understanding of CCTV systems would be a more affordable price for any home and business. We at Secure London feel very strongly about the security of the public and to improve the life of all and do our upmost to live up to our own expectations.
In many countries these days CCTV monitoring is used more and more to deter criminal activity as well as nuisance disturbances of neighbours and neighbourhoods. The reason for this is mainly because there is a bigger demand for safety and security monitoring but also the advancement in technology has enabled people and communities to use CCTV as a safety measure.
But before you implement a security system with CCTV cameras there are many aspects you need to take into consideration, on one hand you have the expectation that the CCTV system will increase the safety and minimise crime, but on the other hand some people argue that the use of CCTV system are intruding on people's privacy and private lifes. To minimise the risk of purchasing a system that is not suitable, it is imperative to learn about the CCTV systems functions.
The effect a CCTV System can have is that amongst other things criminal activity can be stopped due to the criminal noticing the CCTV system but also the crimes that have been committed can be investigated and hopefully a rightful conviction can follow. What many newspapers, journalists and 'people in the know' are talking about the most is the way it makes people feel safer and the fact that it can deter crime. The scientific aspect of the arguments are that the CCTV system can deter criminals in action and in some cases it can make people feel safeer. But as many other methods in life this is not one that will work all the time and not every where. It can stop some criminals, but all and it can make some people feel safer, but again not all.
You can never say that installing a CCTV System will keep you and your property safe, however there are measures you can take to minimise the crime you are likely to be effected by.
You should analyse the situation and issues you are experiencing, prior to having any system installed, ensure your reason for having a system installed is reasonable, affordable and will make a difference to you. You need to think about not only where to place the camera(s) but also what would you need the camera for and what would you do with the footage should you have such a system installed.
If your home or business is located in a high crime area, then you most likely will have a higher 'return' of having your system installed, ie you will see a lot less criminal activity than if you were located in a low criminal activity area. Saying that the effect your CCTV system can have even in a low risk area can still deter criminals. But there are things to think about when you have the system installed, to ensure you get the best possible effect out of your system. You need to ensure that the entire area you would like to cover is covered, ie you may need more than one camera. If the area you need to cover is external areas, you may even have to ensure nature is not in the way of your camera system, cut down any bushes or trees that are going to be in the way of getting the best possible footage.
Another useful piece of equipment to have installed along your CCTV system is additional lighting, for exampe motion detection flood lights are great, the footage will be of a better quality the more light it gets.
According to studies CCTV systems are most effective on planned crimes such as burglaries, theft and vandalism. When it comes to unplanned crimes, mainly due to the criminal being under the influence of alcohol, it seem to have much less effect. In simple terms this means that CCTV systems can deter criminals who have set out to burgle, vandalies or steal, but on people who had a bit too much to drink and carry out a criminal activity it does not have much affect. In effect it has an impact when the criminal have the opportunity to think if the activity they are carrying out is worth possibly getting caught on camera for.
There are also studies that suggest that the less experienced criminal is more likely to stop the criminal activity than a more experienced criminal. A more experienced criminal will not be deterred by just any CCTV system they will need to know that they could get caught in the action or by being identified on camera footage to deter them from carrying out the criminal activity.
It is also essential that the CCTV signage is there, the more the public is aware of the CCTV system being in place the better. Many premises with CCTV systems in place are still not advertising the system enough. Let everyone know you have the cameras installed and that you are not afraid to use the footage! A simple way of doing this is by having many CCTV signs.
The ideal situation you would have a few cameras installed, to cover all areas you could possibly have problems in. Also prove that you do record footage and give the footage to police as and when it would be necessary.
But most of all, what would increase the use and understanding of CCTV systems would be a more affordable price for any home and business. We at Secure London feel very strongly about the security of the public and to improve the life of all and do our upmost to live up to our own expectations.
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