Dome security cameras can be a homeowner’s or business owner’s best friend. You have a great deal invested in your property in terms of the building, its contents and your time and labor. Protecting it is serious business too. That’s where a dome security camera can help. You cannot be expected to stand guard over your property 24 hours a day and hiring security guards is costly. A dome security camera can capture the action and in many cases prevent the crime before it is committed. Before we discuss actual models, let’s consider some of the features available in world of dome security cameras
CCD
CCD is the acronym for charge-coupled device. What is does is transfers an electrical charge from the device to another area where the charge can be manipulated. This technology is a major component of digital imaging systems because of the high quality image data it is capable of producing. If you cannot make out the images on your recording device, they are of little use to you. The quality of the image is critical to the success of the system you buy.
PTZ
PTA is another industry acronym, this time standing in for Pan, Tilt, Zoom. Cameras equipped with this functionality tend to me more costly than their counterparts but they are also the most advanced. With the ability to pan 360 degrees, tilt up to 270 degrees and in some cases zoom in as much 25 times, the image recorded is almost lifelike. The PTZ can be controlled a number of ways: from the security DVR itself or remotely. A PC joystick or specialized software manages the controls. This option provides the optimum coverage for your property.
Lighting
Dome security cameras come in a variety of lighting options so that you can select he one best suited to your environment and circumstances. Some provide black and white images at all times while others switch from color during the daylight hours to a night vision black-and-white ode at night. Many cameras are equipped with infrared lenses. You can discuss your situation and needs with one of our expert staff if you are unsure about the selection that will work best for you.
Mounting Considerations
Most cameras can be mounted on either a wall or ceiling but in a few instances, this may not be the case. Be sure the dome security camera you buy is rated for the type of mount you intend to use.
You will also want to be sure it is rated for outdoor use, if that is your intended location and that it is weatherproof. An indoor camera will not hold up to the elements and will break down and malfunction.
Other Features
Auto tracking is popular feature. It allows the user to set triggers at preset locations from which the camera can start tracking when motion is detected. Different models have different numbers of preset triggers. Some cameras also provide a “patrol” – movement through a range of preset points that elapses over a specified period of time.
As you can see, there are a great many features available in the dome security camera field. Let us help you choose the one that is right for you.