Choosing a Location
Look for a safe, sturdy (no vibrations) location that can be safely accessed when the camera needs to be cleaned, but high enough to get the desired views. Using the appropriate mounting brackets will help achieve your optimal viewing location.
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Protect Your Sensitive Electronics
If your camera will be exposed to outdoor elements or placed in an industrial setting an external housing is needed to protect it. Weather conditions, outdoor temperatures and equipment temperature ratings should dictate if the camera housing will require a heater, de-icing system, multiple hi-flow fans or an active cooling system. WebCamProShop highly suggests choosing the appropriate Dotworkz enclosure system to fit your environmental needs. Also keep in mind protecting cameras from vandalism and hardware theft.
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Avoid Direct Sunlight and Sky
Always try to avoid direct sunlight, which can “blind” the camera and filters and burn the CCD causing stripes in the image. Also avoid including too much sky in the image. Due to the large contrast, the camera will adjust in order to achieve a good level for the sky and the interesting landscape or objects may appear too dark.
Additional Lighting
If cameras are to be used at night additional external light sources may be required such as incandescent, HID or IR illumination. Lamps should be mounted in such a way to avoid reflections and shadows. Not all color cameras are rated for IR infrared illumination due to a lack of IR cut filter.
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1 comment:
Awesome! I'm actually thinking of buying a surveillance system for my business, but don't know a strategic way to place it. I'll be sure to remember these tips! Thank you for sharing!
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