Security is more perception than reality. Installing fake video surveillance cameras (nothing works but a red blinking light) is often just as effective as installing the real ones. While security camera technology has improved considerably due to computer harddrives and the internet, getting a clear enough image to decipher license plates and to ID intruders remains elusive. Some video surveillance cameras are monitored live.
If you can’t afford to buy any of the video camera options available in the market, there’s something interesting for you to bank on. Used in many houses of modern age, there are fake or dummy cameras that are installed to fool unwanted intruders. Made of plastic, these cameras look quite similar to original ones but do not capture any video or data.
Fake video surveillance cameras can also be used to temporarily replace faulty cameras in case spares are not available while repairs are being performed. This dummy camera is designed to look like a white, outdoor dome camera and includes a blinking red LED to indicate camera activity.
The Streetwise Dummy Camera w/Motion Detector is one of the best fake video surveillance cameras and this panning dummy camera has even been improved. It is now all black, and comes with 2 optional stickers for both sides to increase the realism.
This Dummy Camera, is even more effective at deterring robbery, theft, and vandalism without the high cost of a real surveillance camera. It’s also Motion Activated which Startles an intruder by panning back and forth and flashing a red light when motion is detected.
The round base can be mounted on a vertical or horizontal surface with proper camera orientation. While you may not be capturing ghosts on your home security cameras, your focus should still be on capturing unwanted intruders. Burglars, thieves and other criminals may be deterred simply by the sight of a security camera, if it’s placed properly. More seasoned thieves may try to disable a camera, which makes proper placement even more important.
Others just record footage of an area in case something illegal happens. Still others may not even be operational. However, a potential shoplifter or armed robber rarely knows this information. The very presence of a video camera is thought to deter crime. Fake video surveillance cameras often have flashing lights and automated movements to look convincing. For small business owners with little money to spend on expensive CCTV systems, these cameras may be the best option. Security systems also add protection to your home if someone does decide to break inside. An alarm automatically goes off, alerting your security company who is monitoring the home.
If you cannot be reached, emergency personnel are alerted of the break-in within moments. This drastically cuts down the amount of time a burglar has in your home, and raises the chances that they will get caught. The most effective placement for fake security cameras is around the entry points of your home.
If your camera model has an LED light, be sure that it is clearly visible. Never place a dummy surveillance camera in an area where it can be easily taken down and examined. Be sure that it is attached securely to its location, making allowances for high wind conditions or other potential hazards if it is outdoors. Dummy Outdoor Dome Camera w/ LED Dummy Security Cameras can be used to augment your existing security system by creating the impression that you have more camera coverage than is actually installed.
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