Before purchasing your IP camera system, ensure you understand the purpose of each IP camera. It’s crucial to determine your objectives. The objectives will determine where you should place the cameras and whether you need a fixed-lens camera, a PTZ camera, a panoramic camera, or another specialty camera.
This article reviews the best places to install IP cameras.
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It’s not easy to ensure that everyone hears the messages. The paging sound level shouldn’t be too loud or quiet; it must be just right. Selecting and installing IP paging speakers in buildings and outdoors is a science.
In schools, the paging announcements keep the staff and students aware of the schedule. In manufacturing and warehouses, announcements can notify the employees of shift changes. Sometimes, the paging announcements can be critical, such as a fire requiring a quick exit or an intruder causing a lockdown.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to selecting and installing paging speakers for optimal sound coverage:
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Door readers are devices at the door that determine your permission to enter. The first electronic readers were developed in the 1960s. They had a keypad allowing users to enter their credentials. This PIN (Personal Identification Number) permits entry if you enter the correct number. Over the years, many types of door readers have been developed that are safer, simpler to install, and easier to use.
This article reviews some of the most popular door readers and provides each type’s advantages and disadvantages:
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Door access control systems have become much more valuable these days. They have always provided significant security benefits and have evolved to provide many more advantages. The most important technical advance is the use of IP-type access control devices.
Implementing an access control system is a strategic move to enhance security, streamline operations, and ensure organizational compliance. This article describes how you can justify the investment in door access control:
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Network-Attached IP Access Control vs. Analog Separately Wired Access Control Systems
When designing or upgrading a physical security system, one of the key architectural decisions is whether to use network-attached access control (also known as IP-based access control) or a separately wired access control system, often utilizing proprietary multiple wire harnesses.
Here’s a breakdown of how these two systems compare:
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What IP camera system is right for you?
Cameras come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and capabilities. Before selecting your cameras, it’s essential to understand your objectives. Do you want to reduce liability, catch a criminal, detect when someone is carrying a gun, improve productivity, or watch a rocket launch?
This article will help you select the right camera.
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Integrating door access control, IP camera systems, intercoms, and IP paging is one of the best ways to create a comprehensive and highly secure physical security system. When these components work together, they provide real-time surveillance, controlled access, seamless communication, and rapid emergency response.
This article describes how to maximize security through integration:
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To determine if you’re getting the most out of your access control system, evaluate its performance across several key areas: security, efficiency, integration, user management, and reporting. You should also consider whether you are using your current system’s features and need to upgrade it to meet new requirements.
This article reviews some essential features and provides a checklist to help you audit your current system.
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Intercoms enable two-way communications and are used for door control, apartment entry control, and communication in schools and offices. Some include video or integrate with access control and IP camera systems to increase security.
This article reviews what you should consider before purchasing your IP Intercom System.
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Drones have benefited many military and commercial organizations. However, their proliferation has also caused problems and security issues. Because drones are sometimes present in the wrong places, many organizations are looking for ways to detect and neutralize them.
There are several types of drone detection systems. Most systems provide detection, and systems that integrate camera systems can also provide identification. The threat can be eliminated by adding jamming signals and lasers.
This article describes drone detection methods.
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