CCTV

I need to setup a camera focused on one specific cabinet in a bar. The camera needs to be activated when somebody opens that cabinet and shut off when it gets closed or 30 seconds after closing. I have a few cctv cameras already (from a different application and now un-used) but no DVR. I was wondering if there was some sort of wireless magnetic relay activation that could be used with a PC running some sort of recording software. I'm looking for ideas at this point since motion activation of the camera would be ludicrous. I'd be going through 18 hours of video a day to try and find the right 15 seconds. Unfortunately, the location of the cabinet precludes cables to it. A…

Hi, Please can you recommend me a security CCTV system for a recording studio. I would like the following: - 3 cameras - would much prefer wireless so dont have to drill holes through walls - be able to record onto a PC, preferably with some kind of software that records "incidents" ? - be able to access video remotely from a different location - night vision is nice but not essential Kind regards Mark

I am interested in purchasing a new CCTV system. When I try to download the Data sheet for the "ESP Digi view 4 kit" I receive the following message, from Adobe Reader "The file is damaged and could not be repaired" Please can you e-mail me this information. Thanks

I called today and all your lines were busy. I am looking for a device to record someone who is damaging my customers property including a car which is parked outside their house. This device needs to operate in partial darkness. The image has to be good so that the police will arrest and a jury will be satisfied to convict. I can of course provide more info if required. Andy

Hi, we need to replace a Baxall ZT4 cctv controller which is being used in a medical environment (to monitor patients undergoing radiotherapy), could you please suggest a replacement control unit / system. The technical requirements are short range zoom with up/down and sideways movements. Thanks.

Our community hall has a CCTV system based around a Mitsubishi 1024E time lapse recorder which is 7 years old. We are experiencing tape drive problems and wonder if the recorder has reached the end of its useful life. I note that the Vista VVRL-27 is listed as a replacement. Can you tell me if the changeover to the Vista is a simple exercise? Can you also advise me if a more up-to-date recorder using DVD technology is available? Many thanks and best wishes for 2008.

Has anyone used ANPR via standard cameras? It seems to work ok with enough light and stationary or slow moving cars. I've seen it used at petrol stations and such like but can't seem to find much info on the web. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Regards, Daan