1. How Do You Connect Multiple PTZ Cameras?

    Connecting multiple PTZ Cameras is a simple process that takes several PTZ cameras and allows them to use one joystick. The easiest way to connect multiple PTZ security cameras is to Daisy Chain the data line. PTZ cameras have three cable connectors, data (to run the joystick), power, and video (which are usually residing in one cable). Data can be...
  2. Understanding PTZ Camera DIP Switches

    Today we are taking a closer look at the internals of a PTZ camera's brain to indicate what dip switches are and what they do for a PTZ camera. If you have not noticed there are two blocks of dip switches, both of which set addresses for your PTZ camera to work properly. Most end-users that purchase these cameras are...
  3. What kind of power does a PTZ Camera Take

    PTZ security cameras have a very unique setup in from the very start. They have power, video and data connection to deal with. But how does provide power to their PTZ security cameras? There are two ways to really do this. You can power independently or you can use an AC power distribution box. There are also some other hybrid...
  4. New 4 Channel Color Quad Processor With Remote

    If you are looking for another way to view your security cameras, a CCTV color quad is the way to go. The unit we feature here has some special abilities like it has the ability to freeze frame, has alarm inputs, motion detection, and many other features. This is the best you can do, before you can actually purchase a...
  5. New Sony CRT Color Monitors In Stock

    Along with new quads, multiplexers, and time lapse vcrs, we have also added Sony Surveillance CRT monitors. We have three different models listed on the site and in stock. These CRT style monitors are top quality monitors for their purpose. We have 12 inch, 14 inch, and 20 inch monitor sizes. We feature a black and white version with 1000...
  6. New Motion Tracking Time Lapse V.C.R.

    As promised this new year we are aggressively adding every product we can to our e-store and we started carrying in stock time lapse V.C.R.s. You might ask why would we do such a thing? We sell digital video recorders, where you don't need a tape! The thing about CCTV there is no really right or wrong way to choose...
  7. C-Mount vs CS-Mount Application Differences

    So here we are again covering the application differences between c-mount cameras and cs-mount cameras. Last post we talked about the major differences between the two. We found that cs-mount cameras are more ideal because they can adapt to fit any type of lens without the use of an adapter. Most all c-mount cameras must have an o-ring, that helps...
  8. C-mount versus CS-mount

    So what is the big difference about c-mount versus cs-mount cameras? Many people don't realize that their are protocols to what lenses you can use on certain c-mount cameras. In the beginning modern cameras and lenses were made to format with CS mount rather than C mount. C mount lenses have a 17.52 length from the mounting position to the...
  9. New Under Water Bullet Cameras

    Well it is out! An underwater bullet camera. Just two months we said that there were no bullet cameras that can be fully submerged in water. Usually you would think that this would be practically impossible, but it is not. If you have an application where, you need to be able to have a camera under water, then try looking...
  10. How To Hook A PTZ Security Via RS485 Connection

    So you have a PTZ camera and you are trying to figure out how to hook it all up. The major thing to this camera is the data connection. The pigtails coming out the back of the surveillance camera is power, video, and data. So you have three connections to worry about. Also when you are hooking up your PTZ...
  11. So You Have A Security Camera and You Need An Interface?

    So you bought a security camera or you are in the market to buy a security camera and you are just not sure what kind of interface you need? Well know this. Most residential style security cameras will be able to interphase with your home T.V.! You will need to have a T.V. with RCA inputs. You know the little...
  12. New 4 Channel Security Camera System Deals Are Up For Sale

    Looking for a great deal on a CCTV security camera system? We are into the new year and we are ready to deal some 4 channel Security Camera Systems! If you though owning a CCTV system for your home or small business was too expensive or just a wish, you are wrong. We are bringing the highest quality security dvrs...
  13. Sony PTZ Camera Brain Technology

    This is the brain of a PTZ camera. Most people never even know what these PTZ cameras are made of, so here is an example. This camera features a 1/4 type EXview HAD? CCD and high sensitivity of 1.5 lux (50 IRE). Exview is powerful chip-set technology, where infrared and non-infrared cameras (like this ptz camera lens) renders more detail...
  14. New RS485 PCI Card For Computers That Do Not Have Serial Ports

    If you bought a PTZ camera and you realized that you need to have a RS485 connection to your PC (if you are going with a PC based DVR) and you do not have a serial port on your computer to fit that nice RS485 to RS232 adapter that you just bought to, then you need a new computer, motherboard...
  15. New FAQ Sections Are Up For Every Security Camera Type

    Looking for good information about security cameras, then FAQs are great ways to find those missing answers to questions that arise. FAQs are frequently asked questions. However, we have started a list of FAQs from bullet cameras to dome cameras, PTZ cameras, IP cameras and even hidden security cameras. Each file has tons of information and questions to help guide...

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