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Hidden Camera Surveillance Questions

How doese a hidden cameras work? A small board camera is built into an everyday item. The camera can be wired which means it is connected to the DVR or VCR using a cable. The camera can also be wireless, in this case the camera transmits a signal to a receiver that is connected to the DVR or VCR

What is the difference between a wired and a wireless camera?

Wired cameras or wired camera have a video cable that runs from the camera to your recording or viewing device such as a DVR, VCR or monitor. Wireless cameras have a built-in transmitter that sends the video signal to a receiver. The receiver connects to your recording or viewing device this could be any where.

How far can a wireless hidden camera transmit?

Standard wireless hidden spy cameras can transmit up to 1000 feet and high-powered wireless hidden cameras can transmit up to 2500 feet or they call them hidden camera spy cams hidden cams.

What is Resolution and Lux?

Resolution refers to the hidden cameras ability to reproduce images. The higher the resolution, the better. Lux refers to the amount of light that is needed for the hidden camera to see. This becomes important if you need the cameras to see in low light. The lower the Lux, the better.

How many wireless cameras can you have in one location at any time?

You can have up to four wireless cameras or camera in one location. You can view all cameras at once using four receivers or you can use one receiver and switch to each camera if you like. You will only be able to view one camera at a time but if you only use one receiver. If you want to install multiple wireless cameras or hidden cameras in one location if you order them at the same time we can put them on different channels for you.

Can I get audio in my hidden camera or cameras?

NO Title 18, Section 2512. According to United States federal laws, audio should not be used in a surreptitious manner. One example of surreptitious interception is audio in a hidden camera or hidden cameras. This includes pinhole board cameras and all covert or hidden cameras.you can not get audio in a hidden camera spy cam nanny camera spy cams.

Do I need a VCR or can I use my own VCR?

Yes you can use your own VCR for recording. However, the VCR will have to be recording all the time. Most VCRs can only record for about 4-8-10 hours but we have special VCRs that can record up to 40 to 1280 hours at a time.

What is a DVR card os SD card?

DVR Cards or SD card enable the user to convert their computer into a Digital Video Recorder. The DVR Card(s) is typically installed in an available PCI slot of a computer. DVR cards are bundled with video surveillance software which allows the user to record and display multiple cameras simultaneously from the camera site or a remote location at any time you like.

Do I need a VCR to record on or will the cameras record?

You must have a VCR or DVR if you want to record.

How long will the camera last with a 9-volt battery?

The Cyber Eye will last 5 hours.

Are cameras difficult to set up?

You do not need any special knowledge or skills to set up and operate these hidden cameras nanny camera or spy camera. Basically, all you do is apply power, either by plugging it to a regular wall outlet or by using batteries.

For a wired camera, you plug the RCA cable into the camera and run the cable to your TV or VCR. Follow your TV or VCR instruction manual for viewing the video input.

For a wireless camera with receiver (900Mhz or 2.4Ghz), apply power either by plugging it to a regular wall outlet or by using batteries. The receiver plugs into a wall outlet as well or you can use a battery pack. The receiver plugs into your TV or VCR the same as wired cameras or hidden cam .

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