Home video surveillance is divided into several types: it is possible to install separate cameras to control access to a house or apartment, to monitor internal premises and staff.
Although hidden home security cameras are not considered an active method of protection, they provide a certain advantage primarily from a psychological point of view. Recordings made by the camera can be useful in the event of a break-in and help to find the intruder.
Home video surveillance systems
Standard home security cameras consist of:
- Camcorder connected to your home network by cable or wireless.
- Recorder that captures all recordings on a video capture card or hard drive.
- A modulator that provides surveillance ofthrough the monitor.
The best option is to purchase a ready-made video surveillance kit and install it. Installation can be done both independently and with the help of specialists.
How to make a home security camera
CCTV systems consist of several components:
- Video recorder.
- Cameras.
- Hard disk for saving video from cameras.
- Computer.
- Wires for connecting power and data.
After placing the cameras in the room at the required places, they are connected and configured. Modern camera models are equipped with installation instructions and the necessary special software that facilitates their setup. Installation of a video surveillance system includes several points:
- The system is connected via LAN connector.
- One of the installed cameras is connected to the LAN through the server.
- Software is being installed.
- After starting, the program automatically finds the camera and gives its IP and MAC address.
- The resulting IP address is entered into the browser's search bar, which opens the camera control panel. The image is immediately displayed on the monitor.
- The rest of the CCTV cameras are installed in the same way.
Remote access is configured using the standard software supplied with the camera. The equipment is configured via a WAN interface that supportscommunication between the server and the receiver of the signal. Setting up a CCTV camera can be done both independently and with the help of specialists who can tell you how to make a CCTV camera at home.
Myfox BU4001 camera
Myfox home surveillance camera with an original design and a built-in motion sensor is of high quality video recording, has extended functionality, including the option to control the lens shutter. The function is fully automatic and protects the lens from adverse factors affecting the camera.
A distinctive feature of the model is the remote activation function, which allows you to start and stop shooting at any time. Built-in infrared filters maintain high image quality even when the lighting is off. A 1/3-inch CMOS sensor with a resolution of 2 megapixels is responsible for the quality of shooting. The video resolution provided by such a matrix is 1280 x 720 at 30 FPS without interpolation. All files are written with sound without delays, H.264 codec is used for encoding.
Activation of the camera is possible using a motion sensor in automatic mode, and with the help of special software it is possible to transmit a signal to any mobile device based on iOS or Android. The home IP video surveillance camera is equipped with a built-in battery, the capacity of which is enough for an hour of active work.
ESCAM QF001
The ESCAM QF001 is an affordable model for home video surveillance, the main advantage of which is its versatile design. The model is also equipped with infrared sensors that allow you to shoot video at night.
Feedback is another advantage of the model. Synchronization with an Android or iOS mobile device enables remote communication with the camera.
The built-in electric motor drives the whole structure and allows you to remotely change the shooting direction in the range of 122 degrees vertically and 355 degrees horizontally. Video recording is carried out in a resolution of 1280 x 720. The home surveillance camera can be equipped with SD memory cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB.
360 Smart Wi-Fi Camera
The budget Wi-Fi camera for home video surveillance does not differ in the versatility of the previous model, but it has good functionality among budget analogues. The camera is equipped with an infrared sensor for shooting at night and a Sony sensor.
The resolution of 1280 x 720 video files is provided by a 1/3-inch matrix. The recording is done with sound. The model is equipped with a feedback function via the Wi-Fi data transfer protocol.
T77A FHD camera
The T77A FHD Mini LED camera is used for covert video surveillance - not the cheapest, but effective model for short-term and covert video shooting.
Design made inin the form of a small LED light bulb, and the device performs a similar function simultaneously with the main task. You can install the camera in a standard E27 cartridge, which will not cause any doubts or complaints. The controversial point is the short shooting time, not exceeding 24 hours.
The camera can be synchronized with mobile devices via Wi-Fi wireless protocol, which guarantees instant recording and visual access to the room. Broadcasting can be conducted on mobile devices based on Android or iOS. The built-in RJ45 connector allows you to stream video to a laptop computer at a speed of 10/100 Mb.
The T77A is built on a 1.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, which provides a high image resolution of 1280 x 720. Video is recorded in AVI extension using H.264 codec on memory cards.
Xiaomi XiaoYi
A model of a home surveillance camera from Xiaomi, which is very popular due to its affordable price and high quality. XiaoYi stands out from the main lineup with its original design and excellent hardware. The main advantage of the model is a built-in infrared sensor and advanced software functionality, including video broadcasting using special software installed on mobile devices.
The camera hardware is based on a 1 MP CMOS sensor, which, however, provides a high quality image, which is recorded on microSD memory cards32 GB capacity.
The Xiaomi home surveillance camera model has the following advantages:
- Quadruple increase.
- Wide range of settings, which can be increased by connecting a tablet or smartphone to the camera.
- Affordable cost - about 2-3 thousand rubles.
Sricam SP009
A budget model of a home surveillance camera with Wi-Fi, an affordable price and excellent characteristics for its budget category. The Chinese camcorder Spicam SP009 is offered by the manufacturer for at least 1800 rubles, which is its additional advantage.
For a very modest amount, the owner of the camera gets an infrared sensor, a CMOS 1/3.6 matrix with a resolution of 1 megapixel. Video recording, like other analogs, is carried out at a speed of 25 FPS with an image resolution of 1280 x 720. The design provides for a Wi-Fi module that allows you to connect to a mobile device. For such a budget camera, the presence of a slot for microSD memory cards up to 128 GB and the function of two-way communication with a microphone is a very high indicator and advantage.
Zmodo ZM-SH75D001 security camera
The Zmodo camera with video recording function is a model for those who choose a multifunctional version that is not inferior in performance to expensive analogues.
The versatile design of the ZM-SH75D001 allows you to mount the camera on a wall or any other surface. Pricemodel is 2500 rubles. The functionality and hardware component of the camera allow you to shoot objects located at a distance of up to 10 meters in night mode, which is enough for shooting in large rooms and on stairwells.
The matrix does not have a fairly high resolution - only 1 megapixel, but the recording is encoded using the H.264 codec at a resolution of 1280 x 720.
The camera can be synchronized with Windows-based mobile devices. Connection to devices based on iOS and Android is carried out via a Wi-Fi channel.
Remote video surveillance
Remote video surveillance device allows remote access to video recorded by any devices installed by the owner.
The advantage of this method is the protection of the house and the ability to quickly respond in case of penetration.
The DVR and other home surveillance cameras are connected to a single IP video surveillance system, which is assigned a specific IP address.
The system is controlled by a remote fixing device with special software that comes with the camera. An alternative option is to use a regular Internet browser and install IP cameras with a built-in web server. After installation, the camera connects to the network and receives its individual IP.
The installation of such a remote video surveillance system allows you to monitor what is happening around the clock inthe location of the cameras. To view the recording online or the video archive, just type the required network address of the camera in the browser.
Unlike analog systems, remote surveillance cameras will cost many times more, but recently there has been a tendency to reduce the cost of such equipment while maintaining its quality and reliability.
Installing home surveillance cameras will ensure the safety of property and keep peace of mind during a long absence. With proper installation of all equipment, the correct operation of CCTV cameras is ensured.
