Placement & Planning

Good footage starts with smart placement. We survey entrances, drive paths, cash points, and blind spots, then choose the right lenses and sensor types for each scene.

  • Coverage maps: Identify choke points and likely approach paths.
  • Lens & FOV: Wide view for context, narrow view for identification.
  • Day/Night: IR vs. low-light color, proper mounting height to avoid glare.
  • Privacy zones: Mask neighbors/streets where appropriate.

PoE Power & Wiring

Stability beats gimmicks. We prefer wired, PoE-powered cameras to avoid Wi-Fi drops and battery hassles. Clean terminations and labeled runs make future service simple.

  • PoE switches/injectors: Adequate power budget and surge protection.
  • Structured cabling: Cat6/Cat6a home-runs, tidy in the panel or rack.
  • UPS backup: Keep cameras and recorders online during brief outages.

Recording: NVR vs. Cloud

Choose local, cloud, or hybrid based on bandwidth, retention, and budget.

  • Local NVR: No monthly fees, fast scrubbing, on-site control.
  • Cloud: Easy off-site access; depends on reliable upstream.
  • Hybrid: Local archive + cloud snapshots for critical events.
  • Retention planning: Size storage realistically—resolution and bitrate matter.

Doorbells & Entrances

Doorbell cameras and vestibule coverage provide identification and useful packages/visitor clips.

  • Power path: Transformer checks, chime adapters, or PoE options.
  • Angles: Plate selection to see faces, not just foreheads.
  • Notifications: Fast, reliable alerts to phones, tablets, or smart displays.

Access Control

From smart deadbolts at home to keypads and card readers for small businesses, we set up reliable entry with clean audit trails.

  • Door hardware: Smart locks, strikes, or mag locks sized to the door.
  • Readers & keypads: PIN, card/fob, or mobile credentials.
  • User management: Add/remove users quickly; scheduled access windows.
  • Audit logs: Track entries and failed attempts at a glance.

Secure Remote Access

No risky port forwarding. We keep admin interfaces off the public internet and give you safe, simple ways in.

  • IoT segmentation: Cameras and doorbells live on their own VLAN/SSID. See Network Security & Hardening.
  • VPN access: User or site-to-site VPN for remote viewing and management.
  • Updates & creds: Firmware upkeep, unique passwords, and 2FA where supported.

Packages

Entry Essentials

Front door coverage with clean notifications.

  • Doorbell camera install & configuration
  • Transformer/chime check or PoE option
  • Mobile alerts + basic privacy zones

Small Business Kit

Great for shops and offices.

  • 4–8 PoE cameras with NVR
  • Coverage map of entrances, registers, back rooms
  • Hybrid cloud snapshots (optional)

Access Pro

Controlled entry with clean audit trails.

  • 2–4 doors with readers/keypads
  • User roles, schedules, and logs
  • VPN-secured remote management

Why It Matters

Security systems deter trouble and help after the fact—when footage is clear, available, and securely stored. Proper placement, reliable power, and safe remote access make the difference between a helpful clip and a missed moment. Segmenting devices and avoiding exposed ports keeps attackers out of your cameras—and away from the rest of your network.

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