Whether you self-install or book professional installation of your CCTV Worcester, these five mistakes should be avoided wherever possible.
1. Poor camera placement.
Poor quality footage is inevitable if the camera is installed too high, too low or behind an obstruction. It should focus on the most vulnerable area, be shaded from glare and just high enough not to be tampered with.
2. Inadequate lighting.
If there is insufficient light, your footage will be grainy, while overly bright light results in glare obscuring detail. Therefore, you should test the camera under different lighting conditions to ensure it captures high quality footage at all times of the day and night.
3. Using the wrong camera for the environment.
It is tempting to install an indoor camera outdoors as it is so much cheaper to buy, but it isn’t designed for that environment. Instead, opt for a professional outdoor system such as https://apmfireandsecurity.com/cctv-installation/cctv-installation-worcester/ if you are to enjoy a durable, high-quality camera system capable of capturing the most minute details.
4. Weak password protection.
Your CCTV must be password protected if you are to safeguard its footage. It pays to take a proactive approach to password management, regularly changing them and, if possible, utilising two factor authentication.
5. Inadequate power supply.
Using the wrong power cables can result in poor video quality, signal drop-outs and even system short-circuits, all of which compromise your security system and jeopardise your footage. Always use the cables supplied by the manufacturer and replace them if they show signs of deterioration.
