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A security DVR camera is simply a digital video recorder designed to be used as a surveillance tool. In this article, I will give you some advice about security DVRs, as well as some benefits associated with them. If you are a concerned homeowner who wants to monitor what is going on when you’re not there, then this article was written for you.

There are variety of instances when you should consider using a digital video camera to surveillance your home. For example, one of the more popular times is when you hire a babysitter or a nanny. To properly ensure that the nanny isn’t up to any funny business when you’re gone, or inappropriately disciplining your children, use a DVR security camera in the house.

Digital technology has made wireless DVRs so simple and inexpensive to set up, and so tiny that you can attach them to practically anything and they won’t be noticed. It is easy to go about performing surveillance of your home without anyone being wiser.

But is this legal? Currently, all states allow a person to record what goes on in their home without getting prior consent from anyone in the home. However, it is important that before you set up a security DVR camera you check and familiarize yourself with the current laws, as they may be subject to change. In some states, it is illegal to record audio with the video feed, without getting that person’s permission.

Also, you do not have to go with a security DVR that is stationary. There are a lot of different mobile options that are available on the market, or can be used specifically in transit. In fact, many people in the transportation industry use them, such as on school buses, and taxis, police cars and so on.

You can view your video usually one of two ways. The first way is to have it record the data onto a storage device that will allow for later playback. The other way is to have it sent to a live feed location, so you could watch it in real time.

There is probably a security DVR camera that will work for you, no matter what your situation is. There are a variety of different digital video recorders at varying price points, with different types of features and technological advancements. For most situations, there are simple models that are easy to use, inexpensive and get the job done.

By: Kim Calise

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The first video surveillance camera was installed in Germany in 1942 to guard a rocket launch facility. These security systems were crude and expensive. Sophisticated systems were only obtainable by the rich and privileged. But no longer, due to recent developments in the field this technology has become affordable and much more common place.

In our days a video surveillance camera is used in a number of applications. Some of these applications are listed below.

Home Security – To check on a loved one or insure the babysitter is not up to no good. Office Security – To insure the safety of employees in the work place. Traffic Cameras – To catch criminals running red lights and causing accidents. Store Security – Many stores use closed circuit cameras to watch customers, this helps reduce the costs of goods as it deters many would be shoplifters. Hotels and Elevators – This helps insure the safety of guests and personnel. Police and Government Security – Video Surveillance cameras are used every day to in crime investigation. Chemical Plants – Security cameras are used where humans cannot go. Taxi Cabs – To help deter violence against drivers Subways and Trains – Helps to monitor and prevent crimes. Amusement Parks – To insure that all passengers are safely on the ride.

These are just a few of the modern uses of a video surveillance camera in our society. There are many more applications and uses. If you want to insure your safety and security then check out 4 Your Security.com for all your home security needs.

By: Kim Calise

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People like to observe and watch what’s going on when they’re away. For security purposes or just to satisfy their desire to spy. Many want to discover what their spouse is doing at home alone or how a babysitter is taking care of the baby when both parents are working.

These people sometimes get confused and don’t even know where to hide their cameras in the house. Which area is safest (meaning that the camera won’t be spotted)? Which place people wouldn’t want to look at and so on.

Below, we’ll try to look at some of the best places in the house where one would want to hide his or her spy camera in order to observe and record various activities in the area.

Hiding Spy Camera in a Bedroom If a person is concerned whether the spouse is cheating or not, the most obvious place to install a hidden camera would be in a bedroom.

But which place in a bedroom would be best to put the hidden cam?

Nightstand – Ok, most bedroom have nightstands, right. So one of the best places to put a hidden camera into would be a nightstand, behind some regular object, like a clock or radio. You could get a hidden camera already built into a clock and put it right on the nightstand.

Curtain-Rod – Another place could be a curtain-rod. If you can get a tiny spy camera, which is barely seen from a 10 feet distance, you could mount it on the top of the curtain or curtain-rod. You could get much better viewing angle and record everything without much trouble.

TV Set – Many people have TV’s in bedrooms. So putting a tiny camera near the TV or on top of TV would be a good idea. Of course, the spy camera should be hidden and not look like a spy camera.

PC – Some people have PC’s in their bedrooms. One could simply replace the regular speakers with new ones, which already have a spy camera installed and perform secret surveillance this way.

Book Shelf – Placing a hidden camera in a book shelf might be a good idea. Especially when the hidden camera is in a shape of the book.

Placing a Hidden Camera in a Living Room Teddy Bear – Many people have all kinds of plush toys. It’s possible to simply take one and put a camera inside.

Toy Cars – If there are any toy cars in the living room or any other room, you could put a small micro camera into that toy and spy on the others.

Mirrors – You could buy a two-sided mirror and put a spy camera there. Otherwise, it’s possible to buy a mirror with a hidden camera built inside already.

Lamps – You could take one light bulb or lamp out and put a spy camera inside. Then put the light back and start surveillance. Just make sure than someone doesn’t try to repair it.

Flowers – You could put a small camera inside a flower pot and put it on a windowsill for instance. If you have some flowers in the living room or plants, this won’t look odd.

Switches – Tiny cameras could be placed into light switches. Some light switches have covers, which help mask the spy camera’s lenses.

Placing a Hidden Camera in a Kitchen Lastly, you might want to put a spy camera in the kitchen. This wouldn’t look suspicious if you put a clock in the kitchen somewhere.

There are already designed spy cameras that look like coffee mugs. Could you find a better place for such item other than kitchen?

Lastly, you could get one of those wearable spy cameras and put it wherever you want. Bedroom, living room, kitchen or office room. Nowhere such item will look suspicious. They can be pens, glasses, lighters, cell phones etc.

By: Dan Crane

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Joe Goertz asked:


Security is something that is sometimes optional; however, there are times when you really have no choice about securing your home or office. This is especially true when your business is at stake. These days, security systems are incredibly complex but, in spite of that, they are worth the effort and will give you much more security than you ever dreamed imaginable. Some security systems, in fact, are so complex and advanced that no one can even tell the system is there. One way to do that is to add devices such as motion sensors and high tech wireless hidden cameras to your security plan.

For example, the stores you often shop in are outfitted with security cameras. Most likely, the entire store is fitted with wireless security cameras, pointed in every conceivable direction. You may be able to see the cameras but, these days, many are hidden wireless cameras you won’t be able to see. In fact, they may be hidden in unusual places and are incredibly small. Unless you’re caught for stealing, these cameras go unnoticed and you won’t ever detect their presence.

The best selling wireless hidden cameras are so small you can’t see them unless you already know they are there. Often hidden behind walls, the cameras poke through tiny holes in the wall. In some cases, the cameras poke through miniature holes or cracks in the ceiling. Businesses sometimes locate the cameras inside or behind various displays in the store so that, unless you look hard, you won’t see anything. Stores with lot’s of expensive items almost always have these kinds of cameras watching for shoplifters.

What about using wireless hidden cameras inside your house? You can use them as the sole aspect of your security or as a part of a bigger security package. One commonly used hidden wireless camera system is what some people call the “nanny camera”. They can watch your babysitter twenty four hours a day or can make sure your maid is doing her job without stealing any of your belongings. You can feel safer, knowing that your house and your family are secure.

Wireless hidden cameras may be purchased in various places; however, searching for a system on the web may be the easiest way to do it. Some of these websites offer entire security systems or even night vision cameras you can use anywhere. You can price items on the web and do comparison shopping. If you feel ready to buy your system, you can buy them from Internet suppliers. If you don’t feel right about shopping on the Internet, find a nearby specialty store that sells such items. Do your homework in advance and ask as many questions as you can. These items aren’t cheap and you want to be completely prepared before you purchase one.

Jack Kohen asked:


It is clear to me that NOT everyone needs a hidden camera or a surveillance camera!

Only those people who have any earthly possessions that they cherish (including children) should have one.

You do want to know what is going on when you are not there don’t you? What is that smell from the last time we had a babysitter?

Or those who are married or have a significant other-they should get one too!

You do want to know what is going on when you are not there don’t you. Cheating spouses is one of the fastest growing areas in the Private Investigation field. But your spouse wouldn’t do that now would he/she?

And those who have a place to live: an apartment or home-well they should probably have one too.

You do want to know what is going on when you are not there don’t you? You do want to make sure your stuff stays your stuff and not being fenced downtown somewhere don’t you?

And those folks who happen to own a business: well I guess they ought to have one too!

You do want to know what is going on when you are not there don’t you? Why do we have so many under rings and over rings on the register when I am not around? And last week our inventory seemed to just disappear? And the shoplifters they all hang out at other stores right?

Or college students or apartment dwellers who have roommates-well they might need one!

You do want to know what is going on when you are not there don’t you? College students are honest aren’t they? That is why they are in college. I mean your roommate wouldn’t steal from you now would he?

I guess that about covers it. They are probably they only ones who need a spy camera to find out what is going on when you are not there. Did I forget someone? Let me know.

Robby P. 3 asked:


Pretend you had a child about 1 year old child. You have a babysitter that you think might be hurting your child physically… Do you think it is a good idea to install a nanny cam or something to spy on her/him with?