7 Things You Need To Know Before Installing CCTV

In present time the popularity of CCTV is increasing day by day and many people wish to install it in their office and home to secure their premises. Well there is nothing wrong in installing a CCTV system for protection or monitoring purpose, but when you do it then you need to remember few basic things as well to get the best outcome from it. If you know these things then it is good, but if you are unaware about it then following are 7 Things You Need To Know Before Installing CCTV in your home, office or any other place in Singapore.

Never install it in private place:
This is the first thing that you need to know before you install a CCTV system in your home. If you will install a CCTV system at a private place in your business or other area, then it will be a violation of the law and you may face serious legal issues with that. That means when you install it then you need to make sure refrain places such as toilets, washrooms, changing rooms and similar other places. If you will not follow the rule, then you will surely end up having so many legal complications as installing CCTV at any private place is a criminal offense. This rule is applicable in every situation regardless of the place where you are installing it.

Inform others about the CCTV:
When you install CCTV system in your office, business or personal place for monitoring purpose then you need to inform your targeted audience for same. For example, if you are using it in office or in shop, then you can place multiple labels at visible places for same. In those labels, you can simply say this place is under surveillance of CCTV system. If you are going to use it to monitoring of your maid or workers, then you can inform them about same with a verbal and written communication and that will keep you away from any legal issues.

Take necessary permission:
If you are planning to install the CCTV system in your HDB home or condo, then it is advises that you take necessary permission for same from society or agencies. Although you can legally install the CCTV system in your HDB or condos, but you will need to take permission for same from your society. Here, you need to understand that all the rights of this installation depend on the society and your needs. So, if you get a rejection from them then instead of reacting on the same in a negative manner, it is advised that you talk to them with cool mind and you share you need to get the permission.

All CCTV systems are not same:
Many people have this assumption that all the CCTV systems are same and they can choose any system for their requirement. However, this is not true because different types of CCTV systems are available in the market that can offer different type of solution to you. In present time you can get vandal proof, wifi, night vision and multiple other CCTV systems. Also, there are certain CCTV systems that are designed only for home use while others are designed only for business requirements. So, if you have this assumption that only one time of CCTV system is there in the market then you need to change your opinion before you get it in your home, office or other business place.


Choose CCTV system wisely:
As I already explained it to you that different kind of CCTV systems are available in the market, so you need to choose it wisely. In this selection you need to evaluate your requirements and then you need to buy one accordingly. For example if you are installing it at a place where your camera may remain vulnerable to damage, then you should chose a vandal proof camera. Similarly if you want to do monitoring in night as well then you should choose an infrared camera with your CCTV system. If you are going to monitor the outside area of your condo using CCTV system, then you should choose a system that is approved by your condo or society so you do not get any complication in it.

Wi-Fi Cameras are available:
Although I already gave a hint about the availability of wifi camera’s, but I would like to explain it again in detail. You need to remember this thing that at present time wifi camera are available that you can install at any place in your wifi range and it can connect with your CCTV system without any complication. That means if you want to secure an odd place where cable can’t go, then you can secure that place also with a Wi-Fi camera. The only limitation that you need to remember with this tool is that if it is not connected with your wifi network then you will not be able to get live video feeds with it. So, you must need to have a strong wifi network for same.

Choose a good company:
It doesn’t matter you are installing your CCTV system by yourself or you are taking the help of an expert for same. If you will not choose a good company for this then you will never get good result from it. So, when you choose a company for your CCTV system, then make sure you pay minute attention on its quality and you check various reviews and users opinion before finalizing a product. Also, it is advisable that if you are planning to install it for your commercial place with multiple cameras in it, then you do not do this by yourself. Instead of doing it by yourself it is a good idea that you hire some professional who knows everything about CCTV system and installation. This precaution will help you get the best result from your system in the best possible manner and you will be able to get the best output as well with it.