Five Reasons Why A Security Camera System Will Benefit You

1. Theft deterrent: We’ll go with the most obvious reason first. Nobody ever wants to get caught in the act, so if they detect cameras in the area, chances are they’ll most likely exit the premises post-haste!
2. Gives peace of mind through remote viewing: Ever go on vacation and wonder how the house is doing? Well now you can with the latest wave of CCTV software. View your cameras through the ease of your smart phone or internet. Also, if you think someone is entering your home while you’re gone, click the app on your smartphone, and have your home’s security at the tip of your fingers! There’s no more need to ask the creep next door to keep on eye on your property.
3. Tax write-off: Many people may not be aware, but securing your home with surveillance is a tax write-off. Implementing security and saving money is a win/win situation that’s hard to pass up on!
4. Reduces shrinkage: Many business owners realize that the majority of theft is internal. It’s time to keep your employees honest, and stop those sticky fingers! It also comes in handy whenever an incident happens and you have the physical proof to back up your claims.
5. Promotes safety: In a sense, CCTV ties everything I said together to enhance a more enjoyable experience for everyone. Having peace of mind knowing that eyes/cameras are everywhere gives people a sense of comfort. Plus it will severely reduce any mischief that could occur in a home or business.

Smartphones and Surveillance

MPRMS Security App

One of the most asked question I hear daily in the CCTV industry is, “May I view my surveillance system from my smart phone?”  We can all recognize the crazy growth of smartphone usage over the past few years, and at the rate the CCTV industry is climbing, it makes since that the demand for viewing a surveillance system over a phone would increase.

The “phone application” feature is one that allows business owners, executives, and parents a peace of mind that allows them to focus on more important tasks other than the accountability of an employee, husband, or son.

Setting up an app is not always as straight forward as you might be told. All apps require a minimum of three things: IP address, password, and port numbers. The specifics might not always be known by the user, so having technical assistance could be crucial.

You do want to confirm with your CCTV supplier what apps are compatible with your DVR. However, please do not be intimidated by the ease of use these applications provide. Many new and exciting features are soon to hit the market in the way of smartphone viewing, and this promising growth is sure to please home and business users alike.

Some popular smartphone surveillance apps:

• GeoVision GV-iView for iPhone
• GeoVision GV-aView for Android
• MEye for Android
• MPRMS for iPhone
• MPRMS for Android

Home Camera Systems, Smartphone Control, and Soccer Moms: Just Tap the App!

The United States military uses cameras to insure the security of the country by protecting the borders and seeking out aggressors. All over the world, cameras on unmanned planes called “drones” are flown by pilots located in Tampa Florida. Their job is to gather information and even combat enemies if needed.

But now, a new breed of soldier is using this same type of technology to protect her home and keep a watchful eye on the kids while her husband is napping on the couch — she is the “Soccer Mom.”  In today’s advanced technological world, we find Soccer Moms becoming more and more prepared for the rush of a crazy weekend by keeping their homes in clear view with security cameras.

A trip to the lake, grocery shopping, and baseball games scheduled with three kids all at different times can be difficult to manage, but with the birth of the home security camera combining with the power of smart phones, it’s just as easy as “tap on the app”.

Kelly Morrison is a 24-hour soccer mom in Frisco TX, and while living up to the stereotype of racing her SUV all over town to get to a game, she now has a better view of what is going on while she’s away.

I asked Mrs. Morrison a few questions about the changes in her life with her new home security system.

• What is the biggest benefit of having home cameras? “Making sure my husband is not just watching ESPN, but instead feeding Conor before the baseball game!”  She jokes, but with a simple “tap the app” she can look in her kitchen, kid’s room, hall, den, backyard, front yard, front door, driveway and garage.

• Do the kids like the camera system? “Yes and no. I have a place where they do homework, and since I’m home when they are, it’s nice that their dad can see them while he’s on the road.  If they have any real issues they know it’s not only viewed by my husband but we can also review the information for any clarification to get the real truth out.  I am not saying that our kids do bad things, but ever since we added the cameras they know what the real world expects and how you should act even at home.”

• Does your husband like home security cameras? “Yes – definitely; he comes from a military background, and he travels all week.  It’s really nice for him to simply tap the screen to see if our dog Jeter is in the backyard or sleeping on our bed.  He feels comfortable knowing that if anyone did something to the home, then our evidence can be presented to local law enforcement to help catch the perpetrators.

• Do you see any drawbacks to having a home camera system, and what advice would you give others in the market for one? “We don’t think there are any drawbacks, but we would stress that when you purchase the main system, make sure you have room to add future cameras.  We started with a four camera system, but in less than one year we upgraded to a 16-channel system.  My husband bought a new Harley, and yes, that needed a new camera on it.”

• When did you decided to purchase your system? “We got the idea to do this from a special offer in a local supermarket, but when we realized that a good setup required professional attention, we called local experts that supplied the equipment, guidance, and prices we were looking for.  It kept my husband from falling out of the attic, and our cameras were tailored for our needs.”

As Kelly walked me out to my truck she took out her phone, and within a few seconds she showed me all the cameras up on one screen in real time.  “This is the best thing that a parent can have, and that is the ability to see their kids when they are just old enough to be home alone”.   Upon leaving, I didn’t just keep the phone number of the company they went with for the cameras — I made an appointment.  Kelly the “soccer mom” sold me on the system simply by showing it to me on her phone.

What started off as an interview on the benefits of home security cameras ended up being the best investment I could have made for my home and family.