If you have a security system you might already understand the consequences of a false alarm. It is not something to be taken lightly and can have serious implications. False alarms can happen for any number of reasons and it’s important to understand why and how best to avoid them. No security system is perfect, … Read More
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Understanding Wide Dynamic Range
When it comes to surveillance cameras, visibility is key. Some of the obstacles surrounding a camera’s capability to retain clear images such as lighting, camera installation, and type of camera are somewhat within our control, others are not. Uncontrollable issues of extreme brightness, like light produced from headlights and the sun, or extreme darkness are … Read More
Using Edge Technology To Protect Your Home Or Business
When it comes to security systems you may have heard the term “edge technology,” “edge analytics,” or “edge devices.” What exactly do these terms mean and why are they important? When talking about security systems “the edge” is typically used when referring to video surveillance components. Every security system integrator and industry professional will likely … Read More
Back To School Home Security Tips
With summer just about over, its time for back the back to school season. With both children and parents maintaining busy schedules of school, practices, and other events, now is a great time to make sure that your home is protected around the clock. Here are a few tips for the new school year: Install … Read More
How Can A Smart Home Help You?
With advancing technology becoming more and more present in our daily lives, it’s no wonder it’s becoming part of our homes too. From solar panels on our roofs to remotely controlled thermostats, we are creating homes akin to the Jetson’s space age abode. Unlike the Jestson’s most of us still live in homes on the … Read More
A Security System Customized For You
Installing a security system can be one of the best ways to protect your business from unpredictable threats like fires and burglars. Did you know that not all systems are the same? That’s right there really isn’t a “one size fits all” solution when it comes to securing your workplace, nor should there be. Why? … Read More
Protecting Your Business In A Shared Building
We have all seen an office building, whether it’s the 104 floor World Trade Center in New York City or the 5 floor office you work in. Many of these buildings house a multitude of different businesses. This begs the question, how do you protect your business when you share a space with multiple tenants? You … Read More
Easy Home Security Improvements
What is it about our homes that make us feel safe? Is it the sound of our kids running up and down the stairs? Is it the personalized décor? Is it the smell? Maybe it’s the locks on our doors and windows or the surrounding neighborhood? Whatever it is, we all want that feeling to … Read More
Protecting Your Home During A Power Outage
We all know the weather is unpredictable no matter how many radars or meteorologists tell us otherwise. Mother Nature is impulsive and she strikes at will. A common and sometimes unpleasant result of severe weather is power outages. During a thunderstorm outages may last a couple of hours but extreme weather conditions have been known … Read More
How Many Megapixels Do I Need?
If you’re in the market for a security system a major component you’re probably considering is video surveillance. While doing a little research you’ve likely come across a plethora of surveillance options with various technological features. It may seem like a daunting task to choose the cameras that suit your needs, which is why you … Read More