In part one of this short series, we explored the workings of infra-red cameras and in the second part we looked at infra-red illuminators. In this final part we shall discuss low light level cameras. Modern cameras can provide perfectly good colour images in extremely low light levels. How often has a game of cricket… Continue reading CCTV – Part 3 Low light level cameras
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CCTV – Part 2 Infra red illuminators
In part one of this short series we explored how infra-red cameras can enhance black and white images during periods of low light at night. In this second part we shall discuss infra red illuminators. In situations where there is no natural or other artificial visible light present, a camera, like our eyes, will not… Continue reading CCTV – Part 2 Infra red illuminators
Senior judge told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault
This story, about a senior judge who told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault, has been widely reported. This link takes you to the full story. What the story shows yet again is the terrible stress and tauma associated with being burgled. One of the best ways to reduce your chances of… Continue reading Senior judge told two burglars shot by homeowner it was their fault
What’s the true cost of an alarm?
Nobody likes hidden extras and extra expense so at GuardHome we make a point of being very up-front about what it will cost to own one of our alarms and we also don’t have hidden extra costs or other nasty surprises. Unfortunately, that cannot be said for some other suppliers so let’s just highlight the… Continue reading What’s the true cost of an alarm?
What do the latest crime statistics mean?
Certain types of crime, like burglaries, are definiately going up but what do the figures mean and can they be trusted? For a simple explanation about crime statistsics see this explanation from Crime Stoppers. What do the figure mean to you? In one sense the figures tell you your chance of being a victim if… Continue reading What do the latest crime statistics mean?
Why we don’t offer CCTV fixed price kits
When you look at the set menu in a restaurant and are tempted by the price, then you look at the dishes closely and think “I really like some of the dishes but not all them.” After a few moments, you decide that it is worth paying a bit more rather than compromise and so… Continue reading Why we don’t offer CCTV fixed price kits
Crime Wave of Metal Theft
The current crime wave of metal theft is yet another reason to have an alarm fitted. With a wireless alarm system the sensors can be fitted to metal objects that are some distance from the main building. There are various option available depending on what you are trying to protect, how it’s situated etc. If… Continue reading Crime Wave of Metal Theft
An interview with Sarah Ahern of Shwe Tan in Old Harlow
This is an interview with a GuardHome client, Sarah Ahern of Shwe Tan, who very kindly agreed to share her experiences on buying an alarm. Sarah Ahern
What do the police want from CCTV?
The UK Police official requirements for digital CCTV systems are summarised as… QUALITY – are the pictures good enough? STORAGE – are the pictures stored appropriately? EXPORT – can the pictures be easily exported from the system? PLAYBACK – can the pictures be easily viewed by authorised third parties? As you might expect at GuardHome… Continue reading What do the police want from CCTV?
An interview with a GuardHome client
This is an interview with a GuardHome client, Christ Davies, who very kindly agreed to share his experiences on buying an alarm.
