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CCTV products and systems should compliment each in order to provide optimum security for your needs. This is the responsibility of a security company. A security company should employ top quality products and have a thorough knowledge of various security systems. Your security company should have great track record regarding successful installations before you employ. Skyvision has been in the industry for many years and we are aware of the dangers and pitfalls, therefore the following advice regarding CCTV security installations:
• Stipulate exactly what you want your security system to accomplish.
• Indicate whether it will mainly be for daytime or nigh time monitoring.
• Be precise about the area that you want to monitor.
• Specify the range that your security should cover.

For more tips and advice on the installation of CCTV Systems please contact Skyvision.

These systems may do any of the following in terms of purpose, it may serve as perimeter surveillance, access control or vehicle number plate registration. CCTVs may also assist in evidence collection or adding legitimacy to a case.

There are many things to consider in terms of CCTV and installation according to experienced CCTV installation company, Skyvision. Skyvision suggests that you should consider a number of points beforehand in order to make you CCTV installation most successful.This means you have to know if you need Real Time viewing, which simply means that you view the images as they happen, also you need to determine if you need a control room, linkages to other security networks like alarms, is the purpose of the system to act as a deterent, among other considerations. For more information on Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) please go to Skyvision.

CCTV Installations is a great way of securing your assets whether it be at home or at work. It allows you to monitor the movement in and around your property and it is a great deterent for possible intruders, because they know that identifying them will be easy with CCTV. When installing CCTV’s, you should however keep the following points in mind.

The first important criteria is the quality of the CCTV equipment that you intend on using.It is vital that the equipment is capble of executing your requirements for maintaining safety. If the equipment is of good quality and can achieve it’s purpose it means that you will get maximum security for your needs, and this is also why you need to be very specific in terms of what you need from the system. Also remember that if you make use of wireless equipment that you need to ensure a clear line of sight, otherwise you equipment will fail to function properly and cause your system to not provide the security that you need. For more information on CCTV Installations please contact Skyvision.

CCTV installations have never been so in demand. Everyone is concerned about keeping his or her asset safe and secure. People are also a lot more focused on keeping customers, employees and visitors safe. This is why CCTV installations are vital. CCTV installations refer to the instalments of cameras situated throughout your property. These cameras can be hidden or visible and ther are a variety of camera types to choose from. The camera’s then take images of what is happening in the area that is it is monitoring the area. It then sends the images through to a control. In the control room the images are displayed on a screen or multiple screens. It may also be recorded using a Digital Video recorder (DVRS).

These images are monitored by security to look for any suspicious behaviour or events. It is possible to install cameras that capture colour images and have a technology called Video Content Analysis (VCA). This then allows security to analyse the images in high detail, which assists in the monitoring process. CCTV installations are a customised service, meaning that you should be getting a service that is specific to your needs. For further information on installations of CCTV’s go to Sky Vision Corp.

There are many advantages that should be considered in CCTV installation. CCTV should provide you with a custom service that is going to give you the best possible system to keep your business or home area safe and secure. The various types of places that find CCTV’s very useful include places with many people and also places, such as airports and shopping malls; where processes need to be monitored such as an industrial site and also your home.

Various options need to be considered with CCTV set-up. Things such as the type of camera that will suite your needs, the type network on which it will run and where you will have your control room are some of the options that you need to be thinking about. There are also other options such as the amount of detail that is necessary, whether the main use will be night or day time, and how sophisticated you need the system to be. Depending on the size of your system, you will have either one or multiple screens to display the images that are being transmitted from the cameras. Due to all these different decisions that need to be made, it is vital that you need to choose the right company to do your CCTV installation.

Clients are often faced with the option of choosing between a Dome Camera and a Box Camera. When deciding on this aspect, it is important to note the following:

 Dome Cameras

• Dome Cameras are primarily utilized in smaller areas although some Dome Cameras are equipped with advanced lenses to cover larger areas. These cameras are however rather more expensive due to its superior specifications.
• Camera Instruments are protected from dust and natural elements by the Glass Dome which ensures low maintenance and effectiveness of the camera
• Dome Cameras are less effective where large distances are to be covered as the space within the dome restricts large lenses
• Dome Cameras are attractive enough to blend within the environment
• It has an increased deterrent value due to the fact that the direction and size of the camera lens is not visible.
• Dome Cameras are predominantly used at the following business types:
  • Shopping Centers
  • Retail Stores
  • Perimeter Fencing and Gates (Waterproof Domes)
  • Office Blocks

 Box Cameras

• Box Cameras are primarily used in premises where long distances have to be covered by increasing the lens capacity
• Box Cameras are affected by acute angles and the placement thereof is critical when installed.
• Cameras are effectively housed in casings to protect against vandalism and  natural elements such as rain, condensation, dust, etc
• Box Cameras are predominantly used at the following business types:
  • Factories
  • Distribution Centers
  • Warehouses

 There are many variables to consider when deciding which camera is best suited for the job. The above comparison is only a glimpse of the complexity of this subject and will each job require in-depth analyses of all variables before making a decision. Other variables include the following:

• Day/Night utilization
• Recognition of detail
• Tracking of persons/objects

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Clients are often faced with the option of choosing between n Standalone (embedded) DVR (Digital Video Recorder) or a PC Based DVR System. When deciding on which system is best suited for your project, it is important to note the following differences:
• Standalone DVR is older technology which is based on a Standalone unit with all components included namely CPU, DVR Card, Hard Drive(s),etc.
• The OS (Operating System) and DVR Software is on a chip.
• A PC Based DVR System is a normal PC which is equipped with a DVR Card and the necessary input/output ports and accessories.
Clients must ask the following questions when deciding between the 2 options:
• Why do I need a CCTV System
• What does the CCTV System need to do
• Conditions under which the system will be used

Variables such as recording and/or real time viewing capabilities and the the ability to change/upgrade are the most critical aspects to consider when making your decision .

Advantages of a PC Based DVR System

They are flexible. They are easily upgradeable and can be expanded to include as many hard drives as required, CD Burners, DVD Burners and Internet Capabilities.
PC Based Digital Video Recorder Security Systems are normally considered easier to operate.
A PC Based DVR System can easily be upgraded from a 4 channel DVR to a 32 channel DVR with little effort or cost.

Advantages of a Standalone DVR

Standalone Digital Video Recorders are normally equipped with Linux as operating system(embedded) which is excluded from the outside world.
The advantage of this is that it is less succeptable to virus attacks and subsequently less maintenance intensive.
Standalone DVR’s are more diverse in utilization in extreme conditions. PC’s are normally sensitive to temperatures and will subsequently affect your decision although this problem could be addressed by ensuring the correct housing of equipment. Standalone DVR’s are also not subjected to Microsoft Anti-Virus software and subsequent continueous updates.
Standalone DVR’s can unfortunately only expand to 16 channels.
An important aspect to keep in mind when making your decision is that more features and functionality requires more training and skills. 
It must also be noted that technology changes fast. A PC based DVR System is considered a more adaptable system and thus an advisable option.

Advantages of both DVR Systems:

PC-BASED DVR
• Utilization of existing IT infrastructure for remote monitoring and backup
• Maintenance by company’s IT technician
• Upgradeable Computer Hardware (HDD size, Processor
   Speed, Graphics etc)
• DVR channels can be upgraded
• Easy availability of spare parts
• Familiarity of Windows Software
• Stability of Win2K’s NTFS file system
STAND-ALONE DVR
• Ideal for non-PC-literate users
• Quick start 
• Similar to a VCR 
• Can be used for mobile applications

Skyvision’s Technicians have vast experience in providing a custom made solution to your company whether your requirement is a Standalone Unit or a PC Based System. A System that will meet all requirements iro specifications and deliverables.

CCTV (Close Circuit Television) Systems are primarily used for protection of assets and personal safety which include the following:
• Perimeter Surveillance
• Access Control
• Vehicle Number Plate Recognition

In addition to  the most commonly use of CCTV Systems as mentioned above, Law Enforcement Agencies and Large Organizations and to a lesser extent, small to medium size enterprises may require  CCTV Systems to  gather evidence or add legitimacy to decision making processes. This application will typically be installed in Board rooms and / or public offices such as Court rooms, Identification Rooms, Community Centres, etc.

Before deciding on the implementation of CCTV in the workplace, it is important to identify the purpose of the project as this will determine what equipment will be required. The following questions need to be asked:
• How important is Real Time viewing, in other words, viewing of current images.
• Will the CCTV System be backed up by a Control Room
• Will the CCTV System be linked to other networks and/or security monitoring systems such as alarms?
• Is the CCTV  System applied as a deterrent
• Is integration with other Security Systems such as Security Guards required?
• Is the CCTV System required for the gathering of evidence
• Will CCTV footage be required for criminal procedures if need be.
• Is the project of clandestine nature?

Real Time viewing of CCTV footage is necessarily associated with a Control Room or similar set up. One or more cameras will be linked to a Control Room where a Control Room Operator will monitor incidents and respond accordingly as required. Huge progress has been made in this field with specific reference to Camera Activation upon the detection of movement. This allows the Operator to monitor multiple cameras and being alerted to critical areas requiring attention.

Depending on the purpose of the CCTV System, it is most effective when integrated with other Security Systems/Processes such as a Security Officers at Access Points and perimeter patrols. This refers to Business Parks, Golf Estates, Hotels, Hospitals, etc.

CCTV Systems may be required to look at footage retro-spectively, in other words after the footage has been recorded. a Typical application of this method is factories where staff is monitored.

Skyvision Corporation is cognizant of the fact that CCTV technology is fairly new in South Africa with limited expertise in this field. We proud ourselves that our Consultants and Technicians are professionals in their field and who’s achievements are well acclaimed in the market. We do not compromise on quality and clients are guaranteed piece of mind.
For a free quotation, contact our Sales Department at info@skyvisioncorp.co.za