You Can Have an Easy, Affordable Home Surveillance Video System
Every morning as I walked out of my home, I turned my back on my most important investment – my family and my home. I could not afford the cost of installation, hardware and maintenance of a Home Surveillance Video System. I took the chance that my “BEWARE OF DOG SIGN” would deter intruders. Maybe it has worked or I’ve been just plain lucky.
I do live in a remote area and have no neighbors to alert me to suspicious activity. A home surveillance video system would add peace of mind and security. My fantasy was to setup a camera and have the ability to see any activity around my home…from deer in my front yard to un-welcomed visitors. On the lighter side I have come home to a house in shambles not because of intruders but due to the adventures of my cat and dog. I can’t imagine what kind of games went on while I was gone.
Now, I’ve found the solution. I can view what’s going on at my home with my cell phone or my work computer. This technology is available to anyone with a computer and Web Cam. With software you download or purchase, you can install a home surveillance video system. All you need is your home computer and an inexpensive Web Cam to stream your home surveillance video.
Doing it yourself you will need:
- Software to stream your video home surveillance - which can be purchased or downloaded.
There are many cameras to consider. You can use your basic Web Cam or use a hidden spy camera. Both function the same with the exception of course one will look like an object in your home, for example a clock. If you are monitoring outside your home you will need a weather proof outdoor camera or place a camera in your window facing outside.
A handy feature to have is a camera that is activated by motion. Depending on the software or the features of the camera your home surveillance video system will activate when motion is detected. A signal can be sent to your cell phone alerting you to monitor the video stream from your home.
If you feel more comfortable with a kit, Logitech WiLife has a nice starter kit with:
- a camera
- complete instructions
With the starter kit you can also add additional cameras. You can choose a kit with:
- a spy camera or
- a standard web cam.
This home surveillance video starter kit does come with a basic camera and a USB receiver to plug into an electrical socket. Put your camera or cameras in place and plug them into the nearest wall. Video is moved from the cameras to the receiver (and then onto your PC) over household electrical wires.
I would highly recommend setting up your own system up with a basic web cam. Cost is minimal. You can download instructions from Easy Home Surveillance and learn more about software, cameras and how to view your web cam from your cell phone. If you feel you need more you can always purchase a starter kit and add to the home video surveillance system you have setup.
For peace of mind and security you can get more information at Home Surveillance Video. Click on Home Surveillance Video for information.
About the Author
A self professed do it your self-er. I’ve build computer systems, home surveillance video systems, complex gardens, deer feeders, and the list goes on. If I can do it anyone can.
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