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CCTV Resources Important and useful information for installing CCTV systems While a home CCTV camera or webcam is a straightforward process with little to no pitfalls, installing a complete multi-camera or multi-site system provides additional concerns and challenges. The information below will ensure your installation is not only optimized to provide the best operation possible, but also addresses any concerns on the day-to-operation and utilization of the i-Catcher system and your CCTV cameras. Added 9/07/2008 Using Infra-Red Day/Night Cameras Infra-Red reflects slightly differently to normal visible light, meaning cameras may need to be focused slightly differently for night vision. Read how to do this here. Added 2/07/2008 Installing a new Digital CCTV System Axis is the leader a network video cameras and video servers. Their guide will show you the best way to begin a new Digital IP-based CCTV System. Added 2/07/2008 Advantages of Progressive Scan over Interlaced Scan Analogue cameras used an interlaced scanning method that can result in distortion, blurring and image artefacts when used at higher resolutions. See how a progressive scan IP camera can improve image quality. Added 2/07/2008 Migrating from Analogue to Digital CCTV Changing your entire CCTV System over from Analogue to Digital can be a huge process with many considerations. Axis' guide will help you determine what changes need to be made and the best way to implement them. Added 2/07/2008 This document covers the operation of CCTV systems to ensure privacy for those being recorded and to ensure your systems comply with government legislation on CCTV use. Added 2/07/2008 RayTec CCTV Illumination Guide RayTec specialise in CCTV illumination and have a wealth of expertise in achieving the optimum illumination for different CCTV camera installations. Their lighting guide will ensure clear night images over long distances for your system. Added 19/09/2007 Server Requirements Calculator Choosing a server to run your CCTV system can be difficult, especially if you have a lot of cameras to run. Our Server Requirements Calculator will determine what systems you need to ensure the best performance. Added 19/07/2007 Comparison of different lens sizes Different lens sizes have different effects on the field of view of a CCTV camera, and the right lens can make a huge difference. This guide explains how the lens size affects the image output. Added 19/07/2007 IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings Explained Weather- and Waterproof cameras are rated as to their resistance to water and dust ingress using the IP (Ingress Protection) rating scale. This guide explains what the different ratings mean and how they apply to CCTV cameras. Added 19/07/2007 There are a few things that can be adjusted on a Windows PC to improve performance for CCTV systems. This guide explains the optimisations that can be done and how to apply them. Added 08/02/2010 i-Catcher CCTV Case study: Ed Morse Toyota Ed Morse Toyota uses i-Catcher in a demanding retail environment. This case study shows how their demands were met by the i-Catcher system. Added 08/02/2010 i-Catcher CCTV Case study: Hawk & Owl Trust The Hawk & Owl Trust uses i-Catcher Console at Sculthorpe Moor for wildlife monitoring and showcasing as well as CCTV security. Read how their unusual requirements were met with i-Catcher. Added 18/09/2006 i-Catcher CCTV Case study: The Rose Bowl The Rose Bowl completed a program of expansion in 2006 with an upgrade of their CCTV system to an IP-based digital solution. Read how i-Catcher has proven to be perfect as the centre of such a modern CCTV system. Added 18/09/2006 i-Catcher CCTV Case study: Total Logistics Total Logistics are a distribution company that use i-Catcher Console partly as a CCTV Security system and partly for surveillance of their warehouse premises. They also utilise the i-Catcher PocketMonitor software on a wireless system to provide portability for the security staff. Added 18/09/2006 i-Catcher CCTV Case study: Series 4 Series 4 are a supplier of machine components, and utilise i-Catcher Console for an extensive multi-camera CCTV system. i-Catcher has already been useful in providing evidence in incident cases. |
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