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Top 10 IP CCTV troubleshooting tips

As opposed to traditional ‘plug and play’ analogue systems, IP CCTV requires a bit more technical know-how during installation and set-up. Even though Innovate Security can do this for you, it helps to understand the basics should anything go wrong. With this in mind, here are 10 IP CCTV troubleshooting tips for you to reference and refer to in the future. After overcoming any problems, you can enjoy the remote monitoring and maintenance benefits that IP CCTV provides. Check power...

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Personal CCTV, Surveillance and Privacy – What you need to know

Several people up and down the country have CCTV systems installed outside their homes to discourage criminals from committing a burglary and to safeguard the well being of family members, friends, and visitors. However, there is some confusion about the rules regarding personal CCTV, surveillance and privacy. Even though the main laws governing the installation and use of CCTV are covered by the Data Protection Act 1998, this only applies to businesses and their commercial premises. Therefore, it is perfectly...

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Benefits of smartphone surveillance for businesses

Of all the technologies that have helped businesses grow and improve over the past few years, smartphones must be somewhere near the top. These pocket-sized devices enable you to keep in touch with the office, read and reply to emails instantly, access shared documents in the cloud, and even manage your day-to-day finances. But did you know that smartphones can also be used to monitor your property? Thanks to digital CCTV systems that are connected to the internet, you can...

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The importance of an access control system for your business

Due to the growing threat of cybercrime, several businesses are giving greater precedence to online security measures. But according to the Office of National Statistics, burglaries remain an ever-present problem. Between April 2015 and March 2016, there were 400,361 police-recorded burglary offences, which equates to 1,096 per day. On top of that, there were more commercial burglaries than domestic offences too, highlighting the fact that businesses must address the issue. But while CCTV and burglar alarms can discourage opportunistic intruders, access...

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Burglaries involving unlocked doors and windows should not be investigated

It was recently revealed that around 20 per cent of burglaries in England and Wales from April 2005 to March 2015 involved access through unlocked doors and open windows. In response, one senior police officer suggested that forces should not help victims that had not secured their property correctly. Assistant Chief Constable Phil Kay, of Leicestershire Police, even compared victims of “preventable” break-ins to NHS patients who have been told they cannot be operated on because their body mass is...

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What are the Benefits of Security Cameras for Businesses?

When we leave the house, it’s not unusual to see a lot of CCTV cameras around us, and not without good reason. CCTV has slowly become a part of everyday life due to the safety they are able to offer. As such, more and more businesses are keen to embrace the benefits that CCTV offers them. However, not every business has adopted CCTV into its security setup, so may not be aware of the benefits associated with CCTV cameras. Loss Prevention...

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How CCTV Surveillance Protects Hotels and Hospitality Providers

Any business that operates within the hospitality sector will be more than aware of how much liability insurance can cost. There are a number of factors that affect this cost. It is worth noting that any business that opens its door to the general public is always at risk of being liable for someone hurting themselves, be it a member of the public or an employee. As such, many businesses operating within the hospitality sector will be keen to ensure...

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CCTV “on the go”

ALL of our CCTV installations include mobile setup - FREE of charge, so you can view your CCTV from anywhere - anytime. We only use HIKVISION products, APPS and software which is the market leading manufacturer of surveillance equipment today. Our systems are installed to the highest possible standards, by some of the most experienced engineers in the electronic surveillance industry.

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