Motion Detection
Getting a home security system is not something to put off for the future, to jot down on that list along with getting fit and picking out a great outfit for your cousin’s wedding. It’s something that should qualify as a top-level priority for anyone seriously concerned about their own well-being, that of their family and that of their personal possessions. These days, installing a security system is far from being the colossal hassle it was in previous years, when the technology was still fresh and adequate knowledge confined to those with an understanding of sophisticated electronics and complicated, arcane computer user interfaces. Wireless security cameras and home security sensors, of both the infrared and contact variety, are sufficiently easy to install that you can learn all you need to know in an hour of web-surfing. What’s more, they’re cheap enough to make the cost-risk equation a real no-brainer.
Wireless security cameras: simple and easy to install
It’s possible to set up a wireless webcam to serve as your personal, wireless security camera, even if you possess the tech-savvy of an 8-year-old. These devices, which are getting smaller by the day even as the resolution available increases to levels of sharpness far beyond the human eye, can be concealed in any desktop ornament – you can install them, Hollywood style, in teddy bears, toys, paperweights, even behind two-way mirrors. It’s as simple as drilling a hole in your table or mantelpiece for a feeder cable, cutting a sufficiently wide lens-hole in the side of the ornament to be used as their disguise, and arranging the camera within it. By running the feed cable to a USB port on your computer, you can simultaneously charge the device and record footage. Simple motion detection software, such as that available for download at Bit.ly, can ensure that your computer records only when there’s a disturbance in the camera’s visual field, making your new home security system both functional and efficient.
Save disk space by making the most of your home security sensors
It’s also possible to have the device activated by various kinds of home security sensors. Infrared sensors activate when an object of sufficient heat moves across their detection field. Contact sensors, by contrast, are activated by the opening of a window or door, an action which either opens or closes the circuit made by the two installed sensor pads, which in turn sends a signal to the central home security system hub to which the sensors are wired. Another type of home security sensor utilizes UWB (ultra-wideband) radar. For the purposes of motion detection, these sensors function by ’staring’ over a fixed range and sensing any change in the average time taken for the signals the device emits to be returned.
These are the same kinds of motion sensors that activate your porch light when someone walks across the driveway. The technology has been around for a long time, and has just about been perfected, to the point that upper-range home-security systems incorporate sensors with pet-human discrimination technology. PIR detectors can be made to discriminate between pets and humans by use of a modified lens or mirror that vertically stretches the zones in regions closer to the sensor, an effect that reduces the size of the ‘blip’ created by, say, a cat, and increases that created by a person. The industry term for such discriminator home security systems is ‘pet immune’. Wireless security cameras can be programmed with software for a similar effect.
If you plan to install a home security system incorporating wireless security cameras and home security sensors all by yourself, there are a few important considerations you’ll want to keep in mind. One is location. Ideally, cameras and sensors should cover those areas through which an intruder will have to pass in order to access the house. So doors, windows and skylights should be first. Be more concerned about those entry points that are off the street and shielded from public eyes, as they’re the ones morel likely to be used by intruders.
Sign up with a good security agency
Perhaps even more importantly, you’ll need to think about the monitoring of your system. If you’re going fully independent with your system, the best thing you could possibly do is install a loud alarm siren to be activated upon intrusion, or, if you’re really willing to go the extra mile, an automated telephonic system to contact the police with a looped, pre-recorded voice message. Neither of these options is as effective as being signed up with a good home security company. Home security companies, such as ADT, offer better response times than police in most parts of the world. Furthermore, if consulted from the beginning, such security companies will install your wireless security cameras and home security sensors in a fully integrated home security system that they’ll be responsible for monitoring – which, for a relatively small fee every month, will really be the ultimate assurance of peace of mind.
Are you looking for information on Home Security Cameras and Systems? For more great tips on Home Security Systems visit http://www.Home-Security-Pro.com
Weekend Project: USB Motion Detector
|
|
Heath Zenith SL-5210-GR Motion Sensor Light Control, Wire-In 110; Detection Zone, Gray $19.95 Heath Zenith SL-5210-GR Motion Sensor Light Control, Wire-In 110; Detection Zone, GrayHeath Zenith is synonymous with quality, integrity and innovation around the globe. They are committed to developing products that enhance their customer’s lives through peace of mind, safety and convenience. Heath Zenith has been the leader in innovative and quality products for over 60 years.Heath Zenith SL-521… |
|
|
EMX ULTRA II DTEK Universal Loop Detector for Gate and Traffic Control $119.00 The Ultra II D-TEK was designed to be a more compact, energy efficient, cost effective and reliable detector that is easier to install and setup. Sensitivity selection is simplified by the ULTRAMETER display that indicates the appropriate sensitivity setting to detect the vehicle positioned on the loop. The 10 sensitivity settings allow for finer adjustment of the detection level, while the 4 freq… |
|
|
EMX MVP D-TEK Loop Detector for Gate and Traffic Control $110.95 EMX Industries Inc. has designed the MVP D-TEKTM for applications where vehicle detection is needed. MVP D-TEKTM makes it simple to manage your stock. All you need is one detector in your stock room and on your truck. The MVP D-TEKTM solves the problem of not knowing which voltage to take for service call or an installation. Reduce the costs of inventory by stocking only one universal voltage loop… |
|
|
Astak Wireless IP Network Camera, Night Vision, 2-Way Audio, 802.11b/g, Motion Detection, You can Upload your video to YouTube Directly $259.99 The mole is the all in one network camera for security and all your social network communities. A simple 3 step setup gets this H.264 Wi-Fi camera up and running, so that you can automatically send video clips to youtube or facebook, even if youre not there. Sophisticated built-in motion detection controls what you record, and will notify you via twitter or email if the mole catches something. You… |
|
|
DXTL5000U500 – MITSUBISHI DX-TL5000U 16 CHANNEL DVR W/500 GB HDD. JPEG 2000; 960/240PPS LIVE/RECORD; 10/100 B-T NETWK GUI; DUPLEX MULIPLEXER OUTPUTS; CD/DVD WRITER; USB PORTS; ADVANCED MOTION DETECTION. 5 YR WARRANTY EXPRESS REPLACEMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ERA). $6,970.00 The DX-TL5000U from Mitsubishi is the latest breakthrough innovation in digital video recording technology that provides the utmost in performance for enterprise level security recording applications. Displaying a blazing 960 pictures per second live and up to 240 pictures per second record, access to stunning live and recorded images is possible. With its built in integrated CD/DVD writer and USB… |
|
|
DXTL4516U250 – DX-TL4516U 16 video input DVR 250 GB HDD JPEG2000 960/120 PPS Live/record 10/100 B-T network GUI for simple programming duplex multiplexer built in CD/DVD writer multiple USB ports advanced motion detection individual record settings triplex recorder. $5,390.00 DX-TL4516U 16 video input DVR 250 GB HDD JPEG2000 960/120 PPS Live/record 10/100 B-T network GUI for simple programming duplex multiplexer built in CD/DVD writer multiple USB ports advanced motion detection individual record settings triplex recorder…. |
|
|
Sharx Security VIPcella-IR SCNC2607 Wifi 802.11g IP Network Camera with built-in Web Server, Microphone, IR and Moonlight Color Night Vision $289.95 This very cool IP camera can be installed on any network for security monitoring purposes. Just imagine, have full security control from any part of the world, all you need is an internet connection and your laptop. Monitor, Pan, tild, record in a number of video codec’s including DIVX, FFD show, MPEG-4 and many more. Are you worried about security? Then we have found a great peace of mind IP ca… |
|
|
Nikon Coolpix S570 12 Megapixel Digital Camera (Black) with 5x Optical Zoom + (2x) EN-EL10 Battery Packs + Leather Case + Accessory Kit $149.95 Kit includes: ♦ 1) Nikon Coolpix S570 Digital Camera ♦ 2) Spare EN-EL10 High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ♦ 3) Additional Spare EN-EL10 High-Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ♦ 4) Nikon Leather Camera Case ♦ 5) Digital Camera LCD Monitor Screen Protectors ♦ 6) Precision Design 5-Piece Lens Cleaning Kit ♦ 7) Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth The Nikon … |
|
|
Sharx Security VIPcella SCNC2606 Wifi Wireless 802.11g Security Network Camera $224.12 This Wifi b/g wireless moonlight night vision IP camera has its own built in web server. You can view the video from your own local area network or you can configure your router to view and control the camera from computers or cellphones on the internet, without dependence on any third party web sites or subscriptions. With the built-in microphone you can listen in. Excellent MPEG4 video quality a… |
|
|
Q-see 16 Channel 200GB HDD DVR with Motion Detection $855.99 This is a Digital Video Recorder that will record video input from the Security Camera/CCTV connected to this Unit (up to 16 Camera). It will provide rock-solid, easy-to-use performance which makes it ideal for multi-camera law enforcement, industrial, commercial, and individual applications. With up to 16 Cameras connected and connect to TV , you can monitor 16 locations at a time and record th… |
