CCTV Cameras FAQ
Q: I keep seeing this term but I am unsure as to what it specifically stands for, what does CCTV camera mean?
A: Well we certainly would not want you to buy make any type of investment in something that you are note quite sure of: CCTV cameras are simply closed circuit TV cameras.
Q: I am a little confused, what is the main difference between CCTV cameras and other cameras?
A: Don’t worry—this is actually a common point of confusion. CCTV cameras differ from other cameras in that they are designed to only send the images and audio that they receive through a closed circuit to be viewed on a single monitor or bank of monitors at a single location, versus others that are designed either for viewing directly on the camera or viewed as a public broadcast.
Q: I want to make sure that my property stays very well protected at all times—is there a night vision version for CCTV cameras?
A: That is a great question since countless businesses are in need of surveillance that spans around the clock in order to make sure that if there is indeed a break in that they are able to identify the perpetrator while outside of normal hours of operation for the business. Therefore, yes, you can find a variety of high quality night CCTV cameras that feature an infrared viewing and recording capability that grant them high quality night time capabilities.
Q: How can I get the most out of my CCTV camera? What type of system do I complement it with to get a complete and comprehensive security and surveillance system for my property and possessions?
A: That is definitely a question worth asking since all too many people think that a CCTV camera can stand on its own. While the latest models of closed circuit TV models do indeed offer some excellent and cutting edge features, you will certainly need to make sure that you have some means of actually viewing the images and listening to the audio that your cameras receive and transmit. These cameras are not traditionally designed to allow for viewing or listening directly on the camera, so you will need a monitor or bank of monitors to get the full security and surveillance capabilities out of these units.
Q: I have a lot of property that I need to keep under surveillance. What do you suggest for this?
A: When it comes to keeping an eye on larger properties and multiple structures then it usually is not feasible to run cable the entire distance so you will need to look into wireless CCTV cameras.
