Installing CCTV Cameras
You've decided you're ready to invest in a home security camera system. After all, what you are looking for is peace of mind for your home and family. According to ConsumersAdvocate.org, homes without surveillance systems are three times more likely to experience a burglary. That's why we've created a helpful guide to installing a home security camera system on your own. Whether you're looking to save a few bucks or just want more control over your home surveillance system, Carls Computer CCTV can help.
We can help you choose the right security camera
Before proceeding with our installation guide, it is important that you understand your options when purchasing a home surveillance system. There are a large number of variants on the market. For example, do you prefer wired or wireless cameras? If you choose a wired system, you will have to spend more time installing the cables, and you will also have to find a reliable outlet for the connection. Going with a wireless camera will make it easier to install, but your cameras will require periodic checks to ensure they are fully charged.
You should also determine if you want to save a few bucks and monitor your home camera system yourself, or if you want to purchase professional monitoring systems, we offer emergency services while you are away. A good place to start your research on this is this comparison that we offer you with some of the best home camera security systems.
As we mentioned before, there are many variants of home camera systems, far too many to cover them all in this article; For this reason, we chose to describe the installation of one of the cameras that is the most sold: Ring Spotlight Cam (with cable).
This surveillance system belongs to a line of cameras that have simple and stressful installation processes. Other comparable camera systems are the Nest Outdoor Security Camera and Arlo Pro systems.
Ring Spotlight Camera Installation
1) Set up your account in the app
Ring.com recommends first plugging your camera into a power outlet in the same room as your internet router, then opening the Ring app on your phone. Choose the Device Settings option and follow the steps in the app to finish setting up your account. If the white light on the camera's motion detector starts blinking and says it's updating, don't unplug the camera from the power outlet until it stops blinking.
2) Try different camera positions
Unplug the camera and take it out to test the video. Once you're outside, plug it into a nearby power outlet and open the Live View button in your app. Use it to test different locations and video quality. A general rule of thumb is that the closer the camera is to the Wi-Fi router, the better the video quality.
3) Install the mounting bracket to the wall
Once you decide on the best place to install the camera, take the mounting bracket and place it on the wall, making sure the UP arrow is facing up. If you install it on the siding: Some people simply drill the bracket into the siding and others use mounting blocks to prevent a piece of siding from getting stuck in one place since the siding was designed to float on the side of the house and not lock into one place. If installing on brick or stucco: Ring recommends using the provided drill bit to drill the holes and then inserting the wall anchors, which they also provided. The anchors will be ready to receive the screws that hold the bracket to the wall. If you are installing to a wooden surface: Screw the installation screws directly into the wall. 4) Install the camera to the mount Once the bracket is attached to the wall, line up the four holes in the camera with the four holes in the mounting bracket. Then, push down on the camera to lock it in place. Screw and tighten the screw on the right side of the camera into place. 5) Organize the cable and cable clips Use the attached cable ties to secure the cable to the wall as desired. Remember to repeat the same drilling and screwing instructions from step 3, depending on the material of the exterior surfaces. Also, there will be a screw on the left side of the camera, please tighten it to lock a certain camera angle in place.
6) Plug the cable into the power outlet
Route the cable to the nearest electrical outlet, you can even use the attached Velcro straps to wrap up the excess cable.
You're done! Repeat this process if you purchased multiple home security cameras!
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