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The importance of CCTV Power Supplies

Closed circuit television (CCTV) systems are used to monitor a particular event or operate continuously for long periods of time. CCTV equipment is useful in industrial plants to observe processes in areas that are not suitable for humans. Possibly the most widely used application of CCTV systems are for security surveillance purposes. CCTV cameras were once something that you would only see in important buildings such as banks, casinos, airports and shops as a measure of security; however, due to their popularity and simplicity, even home owners are relying on their usefulness.

CCTV systems are becoming increasingly popular for home security as they allow you to see and hear your visitors before you open the door, let you monitor your property, record nuisance neighbours and are also a neat way to keep an eye on your children. Having a CCTV system actually acts as a deterrent to would-be-burglars.

There are many different types of CCTV systems. There are those which just have one camera, which can give a black and white picture, which work based on a passive infra red movement detection facility. Most homes with larger properties or those used in small commercial premises opt for multi camera systems. These contain 2 – 4 cameras, which are plugged into a 4 way switching unit. The images from the different cameras automatically cycle at selectable intervals or else, once a camera detects any movement via the passive infra red detection system, the picture will jump to the appropriate camera.

To ensure that your CCTV system is operating properly, you need a good CCTV power supply. No system will operate if there is no system installed to power all cameras operating at once. A CCTV power supply system is useful as it is able to distribute power to all cameras at the same time. If one camera goes out, this is a liability for any security system; therefore a strong CCTV power supply is needed to keep all the cameras working in sync.

Inclement weather such as hurricanes and lightning can lead to blackouts. Electrical systems can be destroyed easily, if not powered by a strong supply. Having a good CCTV power supply protects cameras from electric surges and short circuits that would normally destroy them, thus saving the cameras and the central system from harm. At times intruders can cut your main power supply, leading to a complete blackout. Having a separate power supply for your CCTV system will ensure that the cameras will still function in this situation.

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Do i have to warn of CCTV in my garden?

I live in a flat with a open shared driveway, i have had 3 burglary's in the space of a year, its time for some cctv to be installed, i would like to know if by law i have to use windows stickers or signs to warn of cctv? people have told me i need to warn or it cant be used as evidence

No you don't. You wouldn't warn someone that you had eyes would you?! Doesn't stop you giving evidence about what you see!

There are no privacy laws in this country either so no-one can stop you putting the camera up. You can conceal it or make it overt.

In order for it to function as evidence, make sure your footage has a date and time facility that can be verified. And make sure it records by checking regularly.

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