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Surveillance cameras have many uses and are effective for enhancing the security posture of the facilities where they are installed. Surveillance cameras of all kinds have traditionally proven to be terrific deterrents against people intent on committing crime and can provide irrevocable evidence of past events when combined with a high quality digital or network video recorder (DVR or NVR). In addition to the many advantages provided by surveillance cameras, they can function as motion detectors. This is a function of the DVR in analog systems and of the camera in IP systems. Not all DVRs and IP cameras include this capability, but it is part of most high quality systems.

Think ahead when planning new video surveillance infrastructure installations.  Realize the benefits of forward planning in regards to what type of cable will be used. Take advantage of modern advancements in the way video surveillance infrastructure is installed.  Remember maintenance when analyzing video surveillance infrastructure options.  Strive for consistency and simplicity in surveillance system design. Be aware of limiting yourself by installing antiquated type cable that restricts flexibility.

A relatively recent security technology for video surveillance has revolutionized the way surveillance solutions address areas with extreme back light and glare conditions. These areas can be found in almost any facility that have glass entry ways, entrance doors with East or West orientations, large numbers of electronic devices that emit varying colors and light intensities, and outdoor venues. This technology is referred to as Wide Dynamic Range. The enhancements are extraordinary with relation to how images are processed when deployed in these challenging light environments that normally create havoc for traditional surveillance cameras.

Image quality as it relates to video security and surveillance systems can mean the difference between clean, crisp video images and fuzzy unrecognizable video feeds coming from your security solutions. That's why this week I'd like to spend a few minutes focusing on bringing more clarity to the key concept of video image quality.

New security technologies over the years have greatly impacted different aspects of security solutions such as the image quality that can be captured and recorded by surveillance systems, accuracy and reliability of intrusion detection systems, validation and authorization methodologies used by access control systems and many other security solution features. These new security technologies tremendously influence security system designs across all industries. As new security technology emerges, it is critical that the security consultants, integrators, and end users understand the technology's attributes to properly incorporate new security technology into their solutions.