I am wondering and look for another online Security Camera Viewer that is free of course, so I could view my home security cameras when away. I have one now called j2kip.com but it is TERRIBLE! that is the one the guy gave me when he hooked up my cameras. ( I can no longer get in touch with him.)

Please anyone?

I don’t know how good the free ones are, so I can’t personnally recommend one, but I did find this one which is free:

http://www.digi-watcher.com/

There are some paid ones which are very good for your cell phone if you have a data plan. They are some that are very cheap (starting at $9 or $10 bucks and up:

http://www.teepeetech.com/home-security-systems/surveillance-camera-apps-iphone-and-other-mobile-phones-60.html

Mobiscope is $9.99 and it looks like it gets pretty good reviews. I’ve used some of the free webcam software before like Yawcam but it’s a little complicated to get started.

If you know anything about how your router works, you would install the webcam software and then some of the software will broadcast your webcam output on a certain port of your computer. You enable port forwarding on your router and then connect to that address over a regular webpage. That may be your cheapest route since most webcams come with software to let them act as a web server. If not, that digi-watcher looks like a possibility and then the other options are there too which are not very expensive like Mobiscope.

I’ve heard that people can check their security cameras on their phones and I was wondering how can I view my standard security camera at home on my iphone?

What is the technical aspect of setting this up? and is it possible on an iphone that cant use flash?

Thanks!!

go to www.techcctv.com or give them a call, they helped me with my system

I have a home security camera system that allows me to watch the cameras remotely online. However, to do this I have to allow the server to install either an application or java. Does anyone know if this is possible on the iphone 4, or will it cause problems if I try to do it?

According to Steve Jobs, the iphone does not support Java:

http://www.iphonefaq.org/archives/9731

However, you can find other apps for the Iphone to view video cameras:

http://www.teepeetech.com/home-security-systems/surveillance-camera-apps-iphone-and-other-mobile-phones-60.html

They vary in price wildly. I would recommend for a consumer option to go with the one of the lower priced packages. Interestingly, the high priced packages don’t get very good reviews which is surprising given how much money they cost. Some of the companies support video software for multiple different types of phones, BlackBerry, Iphone and other smart phones. I would recommend going with one of those vendors who support multiple platforms because they would have worked out the bugs with different phones.

Looking for some tips and ideas for buying home security cameras for our home (outdoor surveillance).

I would recommend a weatherproof security camera system with infrared sensors. Wireless security cameras are most convenient as well. If you are on a tight budget, you could try dummy cameras. As long as they are clearly visible, they may scare some bad guys away.

I cant seem to find a home security camera system online that is windows 7 compatible, wireless, and USB connects to a PC. Looking to spend a few hundred dollars.

Hi there,

This one is $200 for 2 cameras + software, and is compatible up through Vista 32-bit which means it is very likely compatible with Windows 7 32-bit as well: http://www.q-see.com/products/security-product.php?ProductId=3

Click the ‘Ask us a question’ link to contact the manufacturer and see for yourself! Good luck

Cheers,

Walker
Windows Outreach Team

I live in michigan where it is illegal to record someone without their knowledge.. Does this law apply to personal security cameras? So if someone is in my home and commit a crime, wouldn’t I be entitled to using my security camera footage as proof?

Yes…security footage would be allowed…put a small sign in your yard that says"property under surveillance.

My neighbor has decided that she would like to place a security system in her back yard to record if neighbor hood pets are going into it. I would like to know what the Laws are in Pennsylvania pertaining to this system. Can any part of my yard be captured? Are signs required to be posted that she has a recording security system? And what are my rights if my yard/house is being recorded?

It is illegal to record a conversation in Pennsylvania without the permission of all parties involved. See 18 Pa. Cons. Stat. §5703. These laws are so strong, that even a police officer was found guilty of the offense when he recorded a routine traffic stop in PA. Consequently, a security camera that captures sound could be illegal if it picks up a conversation you are having by the fence with someone else for instance. It’s actually a 3rd degree felony and allows one to collect civil damages in excess of $1500 or actual damages, which ever is greater, although I am not certain of the precise dollar amount.

Pennsylvania also recognizes the civil tort of invasion of privacy. The question is whether an average person in the community would find the act to be unreasonably intrusive. This will depend on what your neighbor is able to record from the angle of the camera. If it is merely a portion of your backyard, this may not be an unreasonable intrusion. If the camera records conduct within your home, this could be an unreasonable intrusion.

The Pennsylvania Constitution guarantees a greater right to privacy than the rest of the country. This is because our constitution is older than the federal document. Your best course of action would be to inform your neighbor that Pennsylvania privacy laws prohibit audio recordings without the permission of the person being recorded and that video recording that constitutes an unreasonable intrusion is a tort that will make the responsible party liable for damages. Your neighbor can legally record her own property without notice, but recording other people with or without notice can lead to legal trouble.

Im not trying to steal
Just curious, because I notice the aisles wih boxes of bolts and washes are not packaged in boxes, can be easily stolen.
Also How long do they keep their recordings?

They monitor them 24/7 and if they see you they will arrest you the type of device they use would determine how long they keep them but usually it is a continuous loop that resets every 24 hours but some keep a copy on a yearly basis so if you are anyone you know has or is considering taking something you may end up with free housing.~

Which is better? Alarm Systems or Home Security Camera Systems?

Id say alarm system. That can be tied into the smoke alarm as well as detect motion, glassbreak, doors and windows. Plus you can have that monitored 24/7 and call the police fire dept or medical services. A camera system will only allow you to view and/or record anything happening inside your home. You would be able to check it anytime from the internet but many new alarm systems can do that as well now.

Is your home secure from intruders? Would you be alerted if there were suspicious activities outside the front door? If you can’t answer these questions with a resounding yes, then you need to boost your home security with an indoor and an outdoor wireless security camera.

Extend Video Surveillance Outdoors

Okay, you’ve got yourself covered indoors and you’re smug about this. But you’re forgetting that home security is not just monitoring the nanny and the kids. You have to know if there are any unusual goings-on out there; if you are staying in an apartment, you need to know who is knocking on the door and what he has behind his back – a pizza carton or a gun? An outdoor wireless security camera can give you the right answer.

Through the door’s peep hole, you can see the person’s distorted face but you can’t guess what he is toting. An outdoor wireless security camera positioned across the door and another on the outer door at eye-level can solve the problem for you. Still if he is a stranger, you don’t open the door. You communicate to him through the camera’s two-way audio/speakers and that’s that. You’re safe behind that door.

Here’s an additional bonanza. If you are getting home and content insurance, you’re likely to get bigger discounts if you have put up an outdoor wireless security camera and your home is rigged with indoor surveillance cameras. So on top of your home security, you get a better deal from the insurance company.

So Many Brands, It’s Confusing!

There is a host of wireless security camera brands. Before you get lost in the maze, make a checklist of what you need from your outdoor wireless security camera. Here are some factors to consider before you lug home a brand new outdoor security camera:

– Camera range. Do you need a security camera that has an extensive range or no?
– Is your part of the neighborhood well-illuminated at night with street lamps?
– Is there a power source nearby?
– Is the weather in your area warmer or colder?
– Do you want a date/time/sequence recording?
– Do you want the convenience of a battery strength indicator?
– Do you prefer an easy delete of all recordings?
– Do you want a camera that still works well in total darkness?
– Do you want a solar-powered outdoor security camera?
– Do you want a motion detection feature to save on unnecessary recordings?

These are a lot of questions to ask yourself but these are valuable when you are seeking an expert’s help to guide you in your choice of outdoor wireless security camera. Brand comparison can come later on when you have identified the features you need with your outdoor security camera, and oh, your budget will also have a lot of say on the matter of camera brands.

The Pros of Boosting Home Surveillance

There’s much to gain when you boost home surveillance with an outdoor wireless security camera or cameras. You gain peace of mind over the security of home and family and you can control and manage your home security without calling in the guards. There’s that home and content insurance discount too. Now you know why it pays to boost your home security with exterior surveillance cameras.

Nahshon Roberts
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/boost-your-home-security-with-an-outdoor-wireless-security-camera-755931.html

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