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Choosing the correct Surveillance Camera for your specific application, can sometimes be overwhelming, here are a few questions to ask yourself before making a decision. 

Are integrators starting to look for more cost effective solutions and better service?  I think so.  Over the last 4-6 months we have been receiving phone calls from integrators who normally use larger CCTV Distributors such as Super Circuits, Northern Video, and Speco contact us looking for products with similar specifications.  Now, these companies are [...]

While everyone has been discussing McDonalds and their new push into the coffee market, we have been installing Surveillance Systems into stores all over the country.  Just like McDonalds perfected the fast food industry, PCSurveillance has perfected the McDonald’s Surveillance System, whether it’s a 16 camera or 32 camera system.  Over the last 18 months [...]

With the current economic challenges we are facing today, I hear some business owners ask this question.  Well, I always say our customers are our best sales people.  The economy has not reached rock bottom yet (in my humble opinion, I think we have another rough 7 months) and we will continue to see things [...]

With today’s leasing options and the current state of the economy, leasing a DVR Surveillance System may be the way to go.  Most business owners look at having a Surveillance System as a want, not a need!  I would disagree with their thinking and so would all of our past customers! 

The correct answer is maybe?  In the Surveillance Industry there are two types of DVR’s.  PC based DVR’s are module units built like a normal PC, but with a DVR Capture Card and possibly a few other small accessories.  A Linux based DVR (also referred to as a Standalone DVR) can’t be repaired.  How do [...]

“EX-View” is a sensitivity-enhancement technology developed by SONY to improve light sensitivity of its CCD by a factor of two for visible light and a factor of four for near-infrared wavelengths.

PCSurveillance has designed a customized Courtroom Surveillance System that eliminates the need for a Court Reporter.  With continuous budget cuts in local and state government, this system allows Courts to record Video and Audio on the same machine.  Allowing the data to be stored in a custom built DVR Surveillance System.  The Courtroom Surveillance System [...]

One of the reacquiring questions that we are asked at PCSurveillance is should I purchase a PC or Linux Based Surveillance System.   Purchasing a Linux based Surveillance System may save you a few dollars in the short run, but your best option is to purchase a PC Based Surveillance System allowing you to evolve with [...]

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