5 Keys to Getting the Most from Megapixel Surveillance
Megapixel cameras are in fashion and are becoming the new standard in security, but there are five different keys to get the most return on your investment when using megapixel IP cameras. This article explores the ways in which you can effectively implement an IP camera system, which uses megapixel IP cameras. Megapixel cameras are often perceived as too expensive, or a fad, but below you will learn how to get mega-pixel cameras that produces significant results at a modest cost.
1. Use a Quality Manufacturer
Selecting the right camera manufacturer is probably the most important decisions made when for an IP surveillance solution. Since IP camera technology is relatively new using a manufacturer with a well know name and advanced research and development depart is key. A “no name” camera manufacturer may promise to stand behind the products it’s selling but in the coming years will they be there when you need them. Choosing a camera based on price or limited experience can cost a lot more to replace only a few years after the initial installation.
2. Select the right Video Management Software
The camera control software is where the rubber meets the road. This is a program you will use to see both live and recorded video. When the software is user friendly and you can identify and retrieve recorded events easily and quickly. In addition, selecting a company with software industry experience is just as important. You will have a camera system for many years, so your software company or manufacturer will need to support your system during that time. Changing the digital or network video recorder can be very costly and can increase significantly the total cost of the system.
3. Proper placement of the IP cameras
Designing the right place to locate a camera is critical. Selection of a security company with experience in surveillance and security technologies is necessary. The network, computer or telecommunications company may be qualified to install and setup an IP camera system, but with little relevant experience in the security and surveillance field with cause problems. An installation company needs to know the right IP camera, the right lens and use the correct field of vision to identify objects and people. Only an experienced security provider with prior knowledge of security can accomplish this. That a closer look at the camera locations and carefully address your expectations of each camera with the installation company. (ie, License Plate Recognition, Face, general surveillance, etc. ..)
4. To obtain the maximum return on you megapixel IP cameras
For a megapixel IP camera to give the greatest return, it needs to be used outside. While the camera produces the same number of pixels, whether used inside or out, the field of vision seems to have more quality and depth of field when used outside. This does not mean you should not use in megapixel IP cameras inside; it is just to say that mega-pixel cameras provide the greatest return, when used in outdoor applications.
5. Have Good Light
Having good lighting is always important for good video, but even more so when using a megapixel camera. Megapixel IP cameras require a good light source, in order to provide high-quality pictures. If the lighting is not enough the camera produces inferior pictures and moving objects are usually obscured. Using a white LED light is a good way of maintaining high-quality megapixel shots; these lights also require less power and reduce the cost of installation.
When working with a tight budget every dollar must count. Using the above ideas will allow you to ensure a thriving IP camera installation that will meet or exceed your expectations. Megapixel IP cameras can deliver some of the best video on the market but using the right design and a security company that is experienced is a must. Using the above keys will help you get it right the first time and may save you lots of money.
About the Author
Daniel Cogan is the president of Access Security Corp. which is a member of the PSA security network. He has over 15 years experience is the design, installation and servicing of access security systems and specializes in security cameras. Access Security is a certified iPro reseller for Panasonic surveillance cameras.
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