Posts

Protect Your People and Property with Video Surveillance

/0 Comments/in , /by

Video surveillance systems have undergone radical technology improvements over the past few decades. Gone are the days when you had to rely on a CCTV camera that provided blurry black and white images, which did little to identify perpetrators of theft and vandalism.

Seeing is believing…

Today’s video surveillance systems provide reliable, feature-rich, cost effective security to protect your people and property. Management tools allow you to monitor several locations from your office computer or mobile devices when you’re on the go.

The multi-megapixel resolutions of video cameras now allow you to zoom in on a face or license plate number. Smart cameras can be set to detect and report motion in designated areas, and even adjust to infrared for night time surveillance.

PhoneAmerica offers a wide variety of affordable cameras, monitors and recorders. Already have an existing video infrastructure? We have affordable IP cameras that can seamlessly integrate with your older equipment. After our experts look over your current surveillance set-up, you may be pleasantly surprised at how cost effective an upgrade to better technology can be.

Here’s how PhoneAmerica’s capabilities set us apart…

Industry Leading Partners & People – We source from security industry leaders and have relationships with proven local partners. Our team of experts is ready to apply the latest technical advances to your unique protection requirements.

Design, Build, Support – We’re full service. Our consultants, engineers and technicians design, implement and support innovative solutions – including allowing your mobile device to manage and monitor your systems anytime, anywhere.

Project Management, Inspection & Testing – Our team integrates every aspect of your solution from networks to endpoints to deliver uncompromising reliability.

Technical Assistance – We stand behind our products and services. Our responsive 24×7 team of experts is always on call.

Whether you need indoor or outdoor monitoring, PhoneAmerica can customize a solution that’s right for your business. Contact us today at (610) 296-2850.

 

Installing Security Cameras

/0 Comments/in , , /by

Thanks to the changing social structure, and increasing magnitude of antisocial activities, more and more businesses are relying on security cameras. It’s becoming so they are not a luxury any more, but really a necessity. Security cameras are being deployed in the domestic sector as well today. Those days are long gone when they were being used only by the corporate sector, and by the authorities of cities and towns in public places.

The question is whether these devices can be installed anywhere? Are there are certain factors that need to be taken into consideration? The answer to these questions is that there are indeed certain things that need to be considered before the installation of security cameras. Let’s look into it.

Enough Power for Your Security Cameras

One of the most common issues that plague installation of security cameras is the lack of adequate power outlets. This is more so when it comes to installing outdoor security cameras. It is not a very wise decision to purchase an outdoor CCTV system, only to find that there are not enough power outlets or power sources to support the installation. You need to have a good idea about the power source and outlet points, and its impact on an effective CCTV system before you opt for the installation. It is not always a simple DIY project and you may need to consult a specialist who will be able to help. Also remember, the power connections should not be tampered with easily.

Selecting The Best Lighting Options

There is a very close relationship between installation of security cameras and lighting. If you like your CCTV cameras to keep a round the clock vigil on your premises, you need to ensure that there is enough lighting for the cameras to ‘see’ during night. However, you can opt for infrared cameras, which are equipped to ‘see’ clearly through pitch-dark nights, regardless of the weather.

Climate

This is yet another issue that needs to be considered before the installation of the security cameras. The general weather that prevails in the region has to be taken into account, prior to selecting a CCTV surveillance system. In most instances, outdoor cameras need to be secured in a weather-proof protective casings.

Maintenance of Secrecy

Though there are some installations that display the security cameras in plain sight, this is not necessarily a wise idea. This is because a criminal will easily be able to locate the cameras, and will work to evade them. While it’s a good idea to caution ‘those interested’ with a sign warning that the area is under the surveillance of CCTV cameras, the cameras should be installed in such a way that they cannot be easily spotted by outsiders. Hence, selecting the locations or points of installation of the cameras needs to be considered.

Opting Between Wired And The Wireless

The final point that needs to be considered for installation of a security camera system is the cabling. Running the cables all through your household or business might be a time consuming task, and the entire setup might look cumbersome after the installation has been done. Thus, your focus might shift to the wireless variety of surveillance system. This is primarily because setting up a wireless or cable-free system is less time-consuming. Moreover, it is easier to set up concealed security cameras using cable-free connections rather than trying to do the same with a cabled system.

About PhoneAM

At Phone America, we have the knowledge and experience to prepare a blueprint for your shift to VoIP. Call us today and we will guide you through the whole process.

Phone America Corporation is a leading supplier of advanced telecom systems for small and large businesses. We serve as a single point of contact for today’s growing communication needs, offering a wide range of telephone equipment, wiring, surveillance systems, telephone cost accounting systems, and voice processing systems.

Call (800) 836-3601 for a free evaluation of your current system and the system you will need to carry your business into the FUTURE.