How-to Upgrade a CCTV Multiplexer Video System from CVBS to HD-over-Coax
CCTV Camera Pros has been supplying analog CCTV camera multiplexers since 2005 when we first opened for business. In the 1970’s, 80’s, and 90’s analog video multiplexers (CVBS) were used in...
View ArticleThe Best Hidden Spy Security Cameras are Virtually Undetectable
The best hidden security cameras (“spy cams”) are so well hidden that they are virtually undetectable from bystanders in the area where they are installed. Although the term “spy camera” can sometimes...
View ArticleHow-to Display Video from Multiple Security Cameras on One TV
Here is a solution for how to display live video from multiple security cameras on one TV using a CCTV video multiplexer. This system can be used as a stand alone live video display system or it can be...
View ArticleSecurity Camera System FAQ, Research & Buyers Guide
Writing for CCTV Camera Pros, I have assembled hundreds of articles, how-to guides, and demo videos to help customers research security camera systems and video surveillance equipment. This page...
View ArticleWhat is the Best Security Camera System to Monitor a Construction Site
I am frequently contacted by construction companies and managers seeking advice on how-to select the best security camera system to monitor a construction site. In this article, I will discuss some of...
View ArticleWhat is the Best Mac Compatible CCTV DVR Software?
What is the best Mac compatible CCTV DVR software? This is a questions that I have heard countless times since I started CCTV Camera Pros with my business partner. Being a Mac user myself, I have...
View Article180 Degree Security Camera Review
Security cameras with 180 degree lenses are extremely popular at CCTV Camera Pros. I am regularly asked “What is the best 180 security camera available?”. In this article, I will review our two best...
View ArticleHow-to Trigger Video Surveillance Recording with Burglar Alarm Sensors
Burglar alarm sensors can be used to trigger recording on some video surveillance DVRs. This article will document how alarm recording can be setup using motion detectors and magnetic door sensors...
View ArticleBPRO-OL952 Bullet HD CCTV Security Camera Images Video Demo and Image Gallery
CCTV Camera Pros recently performed a video recording test and remote mobile app live view test using the latest generation BPRO-OL952 bullet CCTV security camera. The most noteworthy improvements to...
View ArticleHow-to Install a Wireless Elevator Security Camera System
Installing a elevator security camera (elevator CCTV camera) comes with some obvious challenges. Because elevators move, wiring a security camera to a DVR (digital video recorder) is not really...
View ArticleCan a Zoom Lens CCTV Camera See Details on Money?
A customer contacted CCTV Camera Pros tech support and asked if a “zoom lens CCTV camera” could zoom in close enough to see details on paper money bills. The customer was a retail business owner that...
View ArticleWhat is HD-TVI?
What is TVI? HD-TVI stands for High Definition Transport Video Interface. It is a digital signal processing and transport technology used to transmit video in HD security cameras and DVRs. HDTVI...
View ArticleCCTV Camera Video Max Cable Length Guide
What is the maximum length that video cable can be run for CCTV cameras? Most of the time, when someone asks this question they are asking what is the maximum distances that RG59 coax cable can be run...
View Article5 Great BNC to HDMI Converter Solutions for Security Cameras
Here are 5 great BNC to HDMI converter solutions for security cameras that I highly recommend to customers at CCTV Camera Pros. I regularly speak with customers that are looking for a solution to...
View ArticleMotorized Zoom Lens CCTV Camera (AHD, HD-TVI, HDCVI, Analog CVBS)
The HD-BX12 is a motorized zoom lens CCTV camera that supports 4 video modes: analog CVBS, AHD, HD-TVI, and HD-CVI. This makes this zoom lens security camera compatible with almost every BNC type...
View Article1080p Pan Tilt Zoom Camera
The PTZ-AHD-5 is a 1080p pan tilt zoom camera that supports the following video surveillance formats: HD-TVI, HD-CVI, AHD, and analog CCTV (CVBS). This speed dome camera offers real-time recording in...
View ArticleIndoor Outdoor Security Camera with IR Night Vision
The BIPRO-9004 is an indoor outdoor security camera with built-in infrared LEDs that enables IR night vision. This BNC security camera supports 3 different 1080p HD video formats: AHD, HD-TVI, and...
View Article5mp HD Lipstick Camera [4k Video]
The 5MP-BL52 is an HD lipstick camera that supports 5 megapixel video surveillance resolution. Watch the above 4K video surveillance demo recording using this 5mp lipstick security camera. You may be...
View ArticleSwann DVR Camera Compatibility Guide
This Swann DVR camera compatibility guide helps customers find replacement security cameras that work with Swann surveillance systems. The guide and FAQ is also helpful if you are looking for a...
View ArticleCCTV DVR Alarm Input Recording Setup
This video demonstrates the alarm input recording setup for iDVR-PRO CCTV / AHD hybrid DVRs. In order to setup an alarm input with your DVR, you will first need to confirm that the surveillance DVRs...
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