Friday, January 8, 2010

Security DVR System And Monitoring The Unexpected

By Mike Ward

A major breakthrough in home security is a home security DVR system. It can digitally monitor your home inside and outside throughout your property. New designs in the area of home security are a great asset to all families and businesses as well who want to have monitoring systems they can depend on.

A security DVR system is available in two different types or monitoring. You can get a type that hooks into a regular computer and the cameras can be monitored by the computer. If you choose this method you will want to ensure you have a large amount of external space for recording and may want to invest in an external hard drive that is dedicated to monitoring and recording.

The stand alone type of unit does not need a PC and can be be view on a TV or monitor. It is an independent system which makes it secure, reliable and affordable. Most stand alone units can also be viewed remotely the same as PC versions.

You can even find systems that record in high definition that will enable you to monitor your system with crystal clear clarity. No longer are the days when the viewing of a security system can be fuzzy and unable to view clearly. With digital enhancement it can be easy to hone in on certain aspects of a recording easily to pinpoint certain parts of a picture.

The benefit of a DVR system for security is that you do not need a separate unit for each camera. You can attached several cameras to the system and record them all on the one unit. This makes a multi-camera system much more affordable for your use. You can also find that a security system can be deducted on your taxes as well so the investment can be written off. If you have over sixteen cameras you may want to invest in two DVR units. Consult a professional to see what your options are.

A DVR system is flexible too and gives you more options that were not available in the past. You can hook it up to the televisions in your home and do not have to have a dedicated monitor if you choose not to. You can also hook it up to all televisions in addition to a monitor if this is what you want. This way you can check your security system in any room that has a television making it convenient. If you are upstairs and someone rings your doorbell, you can check from your bedroom who is at the front door.

Codec's using MPEG-4 and H.264 are the most advanced system of digital recording. This technology is available for home security systems. When shopping for systems make sure that you get a good codec compression system in your equipment for best performance.

Installing a security DVR system is best done by a professional if you are not familiar with this type of equipment. You trust your security with a system and want to make sure that it is well installed and functional. You can walk through the install process with a professional who will guide you through the technology use and how to manipulate the cameras. They may also be able to give you advice on avoiding blind spots and other issues that they are trained to deal with.

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