Security System Reviews » Security Cameras

Color CMOS Camera

DJalmeda — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 23:38:02 +0000

Basic product information

You don’t have to spend a great deal cash just to have a dependable home surveillance camera. By connecting this color CMOS camera with audio to an existing TV or monitor, and you’ll have an affordable/economical monitoring system for less than $100. This camera is exceptionally flexible, working equally well with TVs, VCRs or computers with video capture cards. It has a 1/3″ CMOS lens and comes with a stand and mounting hardware for placement on any wall or ceiling. Only uses 0.5 watts maximum. Includes a power supply and short cable leads (cable extension packages are available, but are sold separately).

Basic specifications

Ideal for baby monitoring where you want to see and hear what’s happening
Affordable enough to fit in almost any budget
Connects to any TV, VCR or PC with a video capture card

What’s Included

Color CMOS Camera CMS-1000
Power supply
Short cable leads

Black & White Cat. 5 IR Camera

DJalmeda — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 22:56:04 +0000

Basic product information

Monitoring your home and keeping it safe is made simple even in total darkness with the Black & White Cat. IR Camera. This camera is a weatherproof black & white camera that uses a single twisted pair cable to receive power and deliver video and audio (with the optional Cat. 5 Camera Microphone). You will be able to access the camera’s images from any room inside the house with a cat. 5-connected video amplifier. A cat. 5 camera module resides in your structured wiring enclosure; a video modulator directs the images to the video amplifier, so you’ll be able to see the camera feed either through your connected television or through an LCD Display Module. All components of this cat. 5 system are sold separately.

Basic specifications

View up to 30 feet in total darkness
Includes removable tilt & swivel base
Receives power and delivers video over a single cat. 5 cable

What’s Included

Camera
Mounting wall plate
Tilt/swivel mounting base
Mounting screws
RJ45 connector
Instructions

24 IR LED Indoor/Outdoor Vandal-Resistant Color Dome Camera

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 21:21:47 +0000

Basic product information

The 24 IR LED Indoor/Outdoor Vandal-Resistant Color Dome Camera is a high quality dome camera which is reasonably priced. It is equipped with a 1/3 Sony Super HAD Color CCD lens and 24 IR LEDs that puts out an amazing 420 TV lines of resolution in color for distances up to 50 feet away. It is ideal for surveillance use in locations where there is scarcity of light or even none at all. In addition, with its strong waterproof enclosure and vandal-resistant construction, the camera guarantees reliable performance in any environment. The new split-glass technology means you no longer have to worry about the reflection caused by some IR cameras as the lens placement is separate from the IR LEDs. Adding this camera to your home or business couldn’t be easier: You can connect the camera to your TV, VCR or DVR in a matter of seconds. This camera comes with a three foot wired female DC Power and female BNC connector, for long runs to your TV, VCR or DVR consider using the 100ft Siamese BNC & 18AWG Camera Cable, sold separately. A power supply is required and other connectors/adapter are available, all sold separately.

Basic specifications

1/3 Sony Super HAD Color CCD lens delivers 420 TV lines of resolution
24 High-Powered IR LEDs provide extraordinary illumination in low light up to 50 feet
Weatherproof and vandal resistant, ideal for outdoor applications
Adjustable camera angle and positioning

What’s Included

Camera ball
Case
Base
Mounting screws and anchors
Hex wrench
DC plug adapter with terminal block
Owner’s manual

Hardwired RS485 Camera for PowerLink

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:36:29 +0000

Basic product information

Having the SecureLinc system set up at home for wireless security and home automation control purposes can be very handy. Now, it has become more convenient as it can be used to monitor your home as well. The Hardwired RS485 Camera for PowerLink connects to your SecureLinc via the PowerLink Web Interface Controller, a secure web server that lets you log on and view this color camera from any Internet-connected computer in the world. The PowerLink and/or Smarthome SecureLinc Home Security System are sold separately.

Basic specifications

Hardwired camera connects via included RS485 serial cable
Control and view camera remotely through PowerLink Web Interface Controller
Mounting materials and power supply included

What’s Included

Camera
Mounting bracket
Cat. 5e cable

Outdoor Pan Control Color Camera Kit

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:59:31 +0000

Basic product information

Having a surveillance system to protect your home does not need to be unreasonably expensive. The Outdoor Pan Control Color Camera Kit includes an economically priced weatherproof dome camera as well as a pan control unit which allows you to control the monitoring coverage up to 180 degrees. This high-resolution color CCD camera lets you output video directly to a monitor, a recorder or even your trusty television at home.

Basic specifications

Remote pan control unit will pan & scan automatically or allow manual left/right control up to 180°
Affordable color dome camera connects directly to a monitor or recorder
Weatherproof camera is safe for outdoor and indoor use

What’s Included

Dome camera
Pan controller
Wall-mount bracket
Manual
12V AC Adapter for camera
100-foot cable

B & W Weatherproof Tube Camera, .03lux, 400 Lines, No Power Supply

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:38:56 +0000

Basic product information

Monitor your home’s pool, patio or playground with this high-resolution tube camera particularly designed to endure the rough and unpredictable outdoor surveillance environment. With its wholly sealed metal housings, the tube camera is 100% waterproof, which allows it to be installed in areas exposed or vulnerable to rain or other damp environments. It passes the highest requirements and offer exceptional picture quality even under poor lighting conditions. The Black & White Weatherproof Tube Camera requres a 12-volt DC power supply (sold separately).

Basic specifications

Get long-lasting outdoor performance without sacrificing picture quality
Perfect for surveillance systems where you don’t want a conspicuous camera

What’s Included

Black & White Weatherproof Tube Camera WDB7007SS
Mounting bracket
Cable
Connectors

Day/Night Sunshade Camera

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:07:59 +0000

Basic product information

In spite of unstable weather conditions, it is an important requirement that a security camera must perform at its optimum in both day and nighttime conditions. The Lorex Day/Night Outdoor Security Camera satisfies that need. This outdoor security camera provides high-resolution, color images during the day and automatically turns to black and white images in lesser light conditions for best viewing. Its corrosion-resistant metal housing and the detachable sunshade protects the camera from outside elements which makes it safe to use in all weather conditions. The weatherproof outdoor security camera easily connects to your TV, VCR, or security monitor for the security of your home or office, and it features a built-in 3.6mm wide-angle lens. With 12 LED emitters, this weather-resistant, color security camera is perfect for low light conditions as it offers night vision of up to 24 feet.

Basic specifications

Waterproof camera ideal for day and night, indoor and outdoor applications
High-resolution, color images for day and black and white images for night
24 ft. night vision range
Easy to mount on a wall or ceiling

What’s Included

Day/Night Outdoor Security Camera
Removable sunshade housing and mounting bracket
Drywall anchors and screws
Owner’s manual
12V DC power supply
65 ft. video extension cable
BNC to RCA adapter

Color Sun Visor Video Camera in White

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 10:57:57 +0000

Basic product information

With the Sun Visor Video Camera, you get quality, clear video images for your outdoor surveillance system set-up. This is a discrete bullet camera intended for use in sunny areas where sunlight is abundant. This camera requires a 12VDC 130mA power supply (sold separately).

Basic specifications

Monitor your pool, patio or play area without glare
Adjustable sun visor shields the camera lens from the sun
Single-camera system plugs directly into your TV, VCR or optional monitor — without requiring a modulator

What’s Included

Color Sun Visor Video Camera
Mounting Bracket

IR Video Motion Detector Camera, Color

DJalmeda — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:51:48 +0000

Basic product information

It is a known fact that motion detection is a preferred feature in a surveillance camera as it saves both energy and valuable recording space because it only becomes active once movement is detected. Most motion detector cameras are infamous for false alarms, avoid this faulty waterloo with the the dual-detection IR Video Motion Detector Camera. This color surveillance video camera combines passive infrared and video motion detection for dual verification prior to triggering an alarm. The IR Video Motion Detector Camera is also available in black & white.

Basic specifications

Dual detection methods help to eliminate false motion sensing alarms
Weatherproof surveillance camera captures color images in almost complete darkness
Included 50-foot cable allows ease in placement

What’s Included

Camera
12V DC power supply
50-foot cable
Swivel mount
Mounting hardware

Windows Media Center PC Camera w/ IR

DJalmeda — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:28:52 +0000

Basic product information

Do you want to convert your personal computer into a powerful, remotely accessible surveillance system? How? It’s as easy as connecting this minuscule color IP camera to your computer for local and remote monitoring or for live broadcasting. The Windows Media Center PC Camera with IR lets you view live, VGA-quality color video and audio streams from any device that supports Windows™ Media Player™, including computers, cell phones and PDAs. Given that this IP camera has built-in IR illuminators, it will be able to effortlessly capture clear video in complete darkness from up to 6 feet away.

Basic specifications

View surveillance feed remotely with any Windows Media Player device, including computer, cell phone, or PDA
Tiny color IP camera captures surveillance footage on your PC’s hard drive and broadcasts your live chats to your friends
Built-in IR illuminators allow camera to capture video in total darkness from 6′ away

What’s Included

Camera
Universal stand
Bonus laptop monitor clip
Power supply
Software CD
Short-range campera cable
60′ long-range camera extension cable
Instructions