{"id":2174,"date":"2012-12-21T11:00:57","date_gmt":"2012-12-21T16:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=2174"},"modified":"2012-12-29T08:46:04","modified_gmt":"2012-12-29T13:46:04","slug":"leaving-for-the-winter-use-hidden-cameras-to-protect-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/leaving-for-the-winter-use-hidden-cameras-to-protect-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Leaving for the Winter? Use Hidden Cameras to Protect Property"},"content":{"rendered":"

One way to protect your primary residence while you are away this winter is to install a hidden camera security system so you can record activity inside your home. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0The latest in \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c5\u201ccovert video surveillance\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c2\u009d systems allows homeowners to view live action from anywhere via the Internet, in addition to recording.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Couple your hidden cameras with one or two visible surveillance cameras positioned outside your home to create a two-prong security system.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 The threat of being observed by the exterior cameras<\/a> may scare away potential burglars, and if they do decide to break in anyway, you\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2ll have a video of the robbery event and incriminating pictures of the intruder.\"Hidden<\/a><\/p>\n

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Video Surveillance is Affordable<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Home video surveillance systems are more affordable than ever and recent advancements in technology make do-it-yourself systems as multi-functional and reliable as professional installations.<\/p>\n

For less than $500, you can get a complete covert video surveillance starter set by KJB Security that includes one hidden camera, a receiver, remote view software and the necessary accessories.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Each of KJB\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s SleuthGear Quad systems<\/a> can support up to four surveillance cameras, so you can place hidden cameras in strategic places throughout the house.<\/p>\n


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Hidden Cameras are Easy to Hide<\/strong><\/h3>\n


\n<\/a>Hidden cameras<\/a> come disguised as all kinds of common household objects \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 like digital alarm clocks<\/a>, mantel clocks<\/a>, oscillating tower fans<\/a> and smoke detectors<\/a> \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 so it\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s easy to find one that looks natural in just about any room or setting.
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IR Cameras See in the Dark<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you plan to have only one hidden camera, consider making it an infrared (IR) camera that can see and record in total darkness.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 KJB Security offers its line of NightOwl hidden cameras<\/a> that record clearly up to 30 feet away in 100% total darkness.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 During the day, NightOwl cameras record in full color.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 At night, they switch to black and white video.
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If your setup will have more than one hidden camera, be sure to include at least one IR camera and place it where you will most likely need the night vision capability, like in the bedroom where you keep your valuables or by whichever entrance you think intruders are most likely to penetrate.
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Video Surveillance Helps with Arrests<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Having video footage of your break-in can help police<\/a> with the arrest and prosecution of the intruder:<\/p>\n

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