Video surveillance for the house

To ensure a high level of security in your home, it’s not enough to just install reliable locks. In this case, a comprehensive approach is required. The best solution is to use video surveillance for your home. With the help of a video surveillance system, the house will be constantly protected, and the owner will receive timely alerts about intrusions or other problems. To choose reliable and efficient equipment for your needs, you need to familiarize yourself with the types and features of the systems.

Features of video surveillance systems for home

The popularity of modern video surveillance systems is well justified. Their use ensures continuous monitoring of everything that happens in or around the house. Modern equipment opens up wide opportunities for the user. It can be equipped with additional functions, differ in technical parameters, which determine the price of video surveillance for the home.

One of the main features of modern systems is ease of management. No special knowledge or skills are required to use the equipment. It is enough to read the manual in detail.

Advantages of video surveillance for home

Security systems are used not only in residential buildings, but also in other premises. The mere presence of video cameras can deter intruders. Accordingly, the risk of property damage or theft is significantly reduced. However, this is not the main purpose of a home video surveillance system. Thanks to its use, you can constantly monitor what is happening in the premises and observe the house and the surrounding area.

Depending on the model you choose, modern video equipment can perform various functions:

• round-the-clock video recording;
• response to intrusion attempts, sounds, temperature changes;
• sending video and alarm messages to the owner.

Video surveillance systems can be equipped with motion detectors and microphones, and perform additional functions. Their use expands the possibilities of security measures.

Types of home video surveillance systems

A video surveillance system for a home should be selected based on its type. Each type of such equipment has certain technical and functional features. Therefore, each type of video equipment is worth considering in more detail.

Internal video surveillance cameras

There are no strict requirements for indoor cameras. After all, there is no need to choose models with increased protection against moisture, temperature fluctuations, mechanical damage, or other destructive factors.

Internal cameras are usually compact in size and differ in the type of connection. They can be connected with cables or use a radio channel (Wi-Fi). The use of the latter greatly simplifies the installation of equipment.

Wireless WI-FI IP Camera 2MP ZIP-2022WF-KB

Smart IP camera 2MP ZIP-3612LT-DM-F28M

Outdoor video surveillance cameras

Outdoor video surveillance for homes has certain differences. There are more stringent requirements for such equipment:

• protection against dust, moisture, temperature fluctuations;
• adaptive infrared illumination;
• anti-vandalism housing;
• face detection of people entering the territory.

When choosing outdoor cameras, the video recording range and light intensity are also important.

Smart IP camera 2 mp ZIP-2122LT-BT-F40M

IP cameras with remote access

IP cameras with remote access and AI analytics are considered to be the most user-friendly and multifunctional. When using them, you can control the video surveillance system from any distance. Both stationary and mobile devices can be used for monitoring.

To work with a personal computer, you need to download the Guard Station software. To control the video surveillance system from a smartphone, use the Guard Live mobile application.

Cameras with additional functions

There are many useful smart features that modern video surveillance equipment can be equipped with:

Sound detection.  The function is used on cameras with a microphone. The system is triggered when a scream, explosion, or glass break is detected.

Crossing the virtual line by a human body.  The function is necessary for perimeter protection. When a danger is detected, the system automatically activates the alarm, records photo and video fragments, uploading them to the database.

Intrusion area and alarm. The user can set up to 4 zones for each camera, and the system will notify of an alarm event if a person enters them.

Motion detection and ultra-detection. When the system is triggered, video is recorded to the archive. At the same time, the user receives a notification of a dangerous situation.

Using these features will significantly increase the efficiency of your home security system.

How to choose a video surveillance system for your home

When planning to buy video surveillance for your home, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the main criteria for choosing cameras:

1. Viewing angle and resolution. For example, equipment with a narrow viewing angle and a resolution of 2 megapixels or more is suitable for gate control. If you need general control over the territory, it is better to choose models with the ability to pan, tilt, and rotate.
2. Smart features. Innovative equipment using artificial intelligence significantly expands the capabilities of the overall home security system.
3. IR illumination and matrix sensitivity. The image quality in low light depends on these parameters.
4. Place of installation. For outdoor installation, you should choose equipment with a robust housing and a high level of protection against dust and moisture. If the camera will be used indoors, you can opt for simpler models.

It is advisable to familiarize yourself in detail with all the functions that video cameras are equipped with. Some of them may be redundant in your case, and there is no point in overpaying.

How we work

Kobi software offers high-quality and reliable ZetPro equipment for video surveillance of a private home and a range of services: from preliminary consultation to installation and subsequent maintenance.

Our specialists are ready to provide expert advice on installation, configuration, and improvement of the efficiency of existing systems. They will answer your questions during business hours.

Reasons to choose us

Kobi software offers cameras from 2 to 8 megapixels, and there are models with and without AI analytics. You can choose ready-made camera kits with video recorders or add, for example, a video intercom to the set if necessary.

In addition, all products come with an official warranty of 12 months or more. There is also the possibility of extending it.