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How to troubleshoot common CCTV camera problems

 CCTV cameras are complicated precision instruments with specialized circuitry and should only be serviced by qualified technicians certified by the manufacturer. If you follow the directions in the owner’s manual you learn how to correctly operate the CCTV camera’s system. Some of the more common CCTV camera’s problems are listed here: ·         Verify the camera power and connection Ensure that the power is connected, you have current and the network is working. CCTV cameras usually have LED indicators to show they are working and check if the batteries are charged Pan-tilt-zoom type CCTV cameras are usually wrier in as they draw a higher current and often require more watts than most wall outlets supply ·         Discover and ping your CCTV cameras Check the CCTV cameras directory for the IP address and ping it using your cell phone or laptop so you can test the connection strength. This is done by entering the address into your browser and then typing in ping and your

How CCTV Cameras can monitor staffs at the workplace

Almost everywhere you go today, you are likely to be captured by CCTV cameras, they are placed in many strategic positions to monitor people’s movements. You expect them in shops and malls, in banks and parking lots on the street, at traffic lights and food establishments. They have now become an accepted part of everyday life with most people never even noticing or caring that they are under observation. Until recently there had been a lot of resistance towards employers using CCTV cameras to monitor workers as a safeguard measure to protect company property and increase individual’s safety. It has been considered an invasion of privacy for a lot of people and many workers have rejected the idea that their employers have a right to monitor the work environment. One area where security cameras cannot be used is in any area that has union activities. Many companies that have used CCTV cameras for security purposes are now starting to install CCTV cameras around the workplace