How hidden security cameras work

By Catalogs Editorial Staff

Hidden security cameras capture what is going on inside a household

Technology has become so sophisticated alarm systems allow real-time monitoring from a person’s cell phone. A homeowner can be thousands of miles away yet able to see what’s going on in his home the precise moment it is happening.

Cellular technology has emerged, which means a homeowner no longer needs a landline for his alarm system. A cellular security system operates like a cell phone and wirelessly contact the police when something suspicious takes place in or around a residence.

If in the market for security devices, including a camera for the inside of your home, talk to an authority on this matter as well as to family and friends who are already using this equipment. You may only want to monitor a single room or you may require multiple devices because you want to monitor the entire house, and perhaps the outside area as well.It may sound sort of espionage-ish at first and it might go against your trustworthy nature, but you believe you have a need for a concealed security camera in your home. If, for example, you have hired someone to take care of your child in your residence and you’re just not sure if she is doing a good job, installing a concealed photography device can allay your fears or confirm them — hopefully the former.

There are a multitude of reasons why this type of monitoring system is installed in homes.

Unfortunately, there are far too many reports of child- and elder abuse at the hands of a ‘trusted’ caretaker. If the homeowner is suspicious the caretaker is mistreating, neglecting or even harming their charge, a dependable third eye inside the home can help supervise the situation.

Setting up hidden security cameras

For hidden security cameras to work involves hiding them, firstly. They can be discreetly placed inside a clock, toy or radio. There are numerous options.

Those in the know recommend board cameras because they are easily disguised and provide higher resolution sensitivity to light, which makes them ideal for recording in low light condition. The lens is small but powerful. The gadget is connected to a recording device of some kind such as a TV monitor or DVD.

Both wired and wireless are available. A wireless system operates on a radio frequency. This means it can be disrupted if there are cell phones, satellite dishes or other devices in the vicinity. The wireless type sends data to its transmitter, which can become problematic if furniture or other electronic devices are in the way, creating obstacles to transmission.

The wireless device is connected to a small but potent wireless transmitter, sending video signals to the receiver. The receiver is connected to a recording device or remote viewing device.

The area photographed can be monitored live or recorded and played back later. Since there is no wire, this type is easily hidden.

Some prefer a wired camera because they fear disruptions will occur due to the surroundings. Ask someone experienced in this field which is the best option for your home and your specific circumstances.

Another type is a built-in DVD hidden camera, attached to a small digital video recorder connecting the video directly to a removable chip, like a memory card. To view the pictures, the chip is removed and put into a laptop.

Some cameras have fixed focus while others contain motion detectors and automatically follow any movement in a room. Take this into consideration. Which would you want?

Sometimes homeowners do not want to hide a security monitoring device. They want the item in full view, particularly those systems situated on the outside of a home. This deters robbers and burglars.

Monitoring footage from cameras