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SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEMS
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MAKE THE CORRECT & INFORMED DECISION

 

 Choosing whether a Wired Security Camera installation or a Wireless installation is the best solution for you and your property, requires careful consideration.

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Wi-Fi Security Cameras

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Wi-Fi and wireless security cameras offer significant benefits when it comes to the deployment and overall flexibility of the installation. They offer more freedom than their wired counterparts as they don’t require a wired network connection and instead operate over a wireless signal, much like a smart device does in your home. This makes them easier to install anywhere, but the location does depend on the strength and reliability of the Wi-Fi signal which is why Pedigree Security with Pedigree Networking will perform an evaluation of your Wi-Fi network to ensure it is strong, current and will allow the wireless security cameras to perform at optimum.

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Ease of Installation: Wi-Fi security cameras can be installed in any property where there is a good, strong wireless network. You don’t have to run new network cables inside walls or across ceilings meaning the security cameras can be installed anywhere that has a power source and, in the cases where the security camera has solar panel power to power it, they can be installed literally anywhere! This can make it especially easy to install a single camera in your property or near an entrance that has never been wired for connectivity.

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Flexibility: Wi-Fi security cameras are easy to move, relocate or replace if needed. If your surveillance strategy changes or you want to reconfigure your set up / add new cameras to the system, no problem!

 

Portability: If there is connectivity, the flexibility of Wi-Fi security cameras extends far beyond the building especially with the solar powered versions.

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Connectivity: Wired connectivity generally more stable and secure than signals sent over Wi-Fi but with the roll-out of faster and more secure Wi-Fi protocols such as 5GHz, Wi-Fi 6 and now Wi-Fi 7, this is no longer the case so long as the wireless network is optimised. Carefully placed wireless access points and wireless boosters, in a well-maintained wireless network shouldn’t suffer disruptions, and the security cameras should remain online. 4G / LTE cameras are also available allowing a backup connection system should the Internet fail.

 

Cybersecurity: Wi-Fi security cameras with a carefully designed and installed Wi-Fi architecture can be secure. As with all wireless Internet systems, they inherently have a point of vulnerability over a wired system. So long as additional safeguards against internet-enabled threats such as secure passwords and logins are implemented all Pedigree Security will configure, this should make a Wi-Fi surveillance camera system secure.

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Wired Security Cameras

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Wired security cameras have been the traditional surveillance option for decades. While their tethered nature provides a reliable, strong and secure connection and makes them easy to power, this limits their flexibility. Newer and recently renovated properties that have ATi or ITED installed, should allow for an easier installation for a wired security camera system. These connections will however need to be evaluated before installation to ensure the connections are correct, fully functional and are in the correct location for the desired surveillance results.

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Wired Connection: Because a wired security camera is plugged directly into the network, this leads to more cabling and wiring considerations with the added security it brings.

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Constant Power: Wired power, whether through a traditional electrical outlet or Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable, is only as reliable as the electrical grid powering it which as we all know in Portugal can be hit and miss. For constant power and to protect the units, Pedigree Security recommend an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) with surge protection.

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Installation: Installing and deploying a wired security camera system can be costly, time consuming and messy where cables and tubes are needed. Wires may need to be run, and logistical considerations mean that you may be limited in terms of where you can place each individual camera for the best surveillance.

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Flexibility: Because a wired camera is tethered to a specific location, you’re unlikely to ever move it after it is installed. This limits the flexibility to change anything if a location is renovated or if new construction pops up next door or blocks the camera’s visibility.

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Older Technology: Wired cameras are cutting-edge when it comes to their capabilities and include Ifra-Red (IR) for night-vision, Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Facial Recognition as well as number plate recognition technology.