CCTV

1. How often should CCTV be maintained?

• We recommend that you contact a CCTV repair and maintenance company once a month to ensure the proper functioning of the CCTV camera. 
• Moreover, a detailed annual inspection is also recommended to make sure that the system works flawlessly.

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2. Does CCTV need Internet to record?

• You can operate CCTV cameras without the internet, and what's great is that they can even work without electricity. 
• An internet connection is only required when the footage needs to be accessed remotely.
• Although using the internet has its benefits, it is certainly not a necessity.

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3. Where should CCTV cameras not be allowed under any circumstances?

• People have the right to install CCTV cameras and smart doorbells on their property. 
• They should try to point cameras away from neighbors’ homes and gardens, shared spaces or public streets.

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4. Why is it important to maintain a CCTV system?

• Regular maintenance of your surveillance system can guarantee that your home or workplace is always safe and secure. 
• If you have a CCTV system with motion detection capabilities, the system will immediately notify you of any detected movement. 
• If this feature is not functioning, you will not be aware of a break-in.

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5. How far can CCTV record?

• The visual range of a security camera depends on a variety of features. 
• Generally speaking, security cameras have a range of anywhere between 10 and 70ft during the day. Some advanced night-vision security cameras have a range of 100-200ft!

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6. How many days CCTV recording last?

• Generally, 31 days is the time that most CCTV users keep their recorded footage, and it is also recommended by the police. 
• However, this duration may be adjusted according to the severity of the incident.

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7. What happens to CCTV after 30 days?

• When CCTV footage is recorded, it is saved on a local hard disc, or a cloud server, or an offsite server. 
• In most cases, after 15 days or a month depending upon the storage available in the DVR/NVR, old data is overwritten by fresh data by default, and thus old data is no longer available.

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8. Can CCTV record voice?

• In short, yes, they can. CCTV cameras can record audio, although this works differently depending on whether you have IP CCTV cameras or more traditional analogue cameras. 
• Analogue cameras need to have audio input directly through the DVR (digital video recorder).

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9. Can CCTV view anywhere?

• One of the most popular ways to watch CCTV camera systems from anywhere globally is to use a mobile app. 
• You need to download an app that allows you to view your cameras from anywhere in the world and then log into your account.

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10. How many GB does a CCTV camera consume per day?

• If the camera is operating on a continuous basis for 24 hours, it will consume between 1.5 and 3 GB. 
• If it is operating 24/7, a minimum of 45-90 GB per month will be required.

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11. What happens if you unplug a security camera?

• Unplugging a security camera turns it off unless the camera has a rechargeable battery, in which case, it will remain on so long as there is sufficient charge.
• Turning off a security camera means it stops observing, which will stop it from both continuously recording and from recording via motion detection.

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12. Do security cameras need Wi-Fi?

• Not all home security cameras require Wi-Fi. Some cameras, like the Arlo Go and the Reolink Go, can use LTE plans instead of Wi-Fi. 
• Other home security cameras aren't connected to the internet at all but rather record onto local storage like hard drives.

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13. What is the red light on CCTV camera?

• These small lights are infrared LED's which are used to capture the video in the dark. Those are infra-red LEDs. 
• Since they're right on the edge of your vision range, they appear pretty dim red to you, but the camera can see IR just fine, and they're actually quite bright.

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14. Does CCTV have blind spot?

• Every security camera will have a blind spot but in order to successfully cover as much ground as possible, 
• CCTV security systems must be designed with a 'zero blind spot' capability. This is determined by where the cameras are located.

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15. What powers CCTV cameras?

• Outdoor security cameras typically use a 12V DC power source, while PTZ cameras use a 24V AC power supply. 
• Some security cameras may use 220V AC power, and inside security cameras commonly use a 5V DC power supply.

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