How can I view my security cameras on any TV in my house?

� Synaxis

Hi
As the title says, I want to figure out how to watch a security camera on any television in my house.

I know that is is possible, because my school has a TV studio, and each TV in the classroom has basic local channels, but Channel 3 is reserved for the studio when they go on air.

So basically I want to do just that, but instead of having a complicated setup up with multiple cameras and broadcasting software, i just want to broadcast 1 camera on channel 3.

I determined that what i need is an RF modulator, (like this - http://www.circuitblock.com/mod-1001d.html it is similar to what my school uses anyway) but I am not quite sure how to go about it, or basically plugging it into my current TV signal. If anyone knows how to do this i would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks

PS, I have Verizion Fios which is now a digital signal. And Fios does not have a channel 3.
Most TVs are new HD LCD Flatscreen TVs with standard composite inputs and component inputs, and 2 of them have HDMI and VGA as well. The oldest TV we are using only has composite inputs.

Thank You little dog for your answer, I have thought about doing it your way, only it seems to much of a hassle to have to run another set of cables to each individual TV
"Feed the security video to an unused cable channel with a modulator." That is exactly what I would like to do. Could you elaborate on it a little more?

Answer
Rather than inject a special channel signal to the broadcast/TV channels stream, I ran additional cables to the TVs at my house.

The security cameras feed a security DVR. The security DVR records the video to a hard drive and there is a "Monitor" jack that can be connected to one or more TVs. At my house, the single monitor out plug connects to a box that has multiple monitor-out connectors. These connectors are cabled to the rest of the TVs in the house.

All of the TVs in my house have several AV-inputs. The yellow RCA composite plug gets the security DVR connection.

This way, if I want to watch TV, or satellite or cable or DVD or whatever at each TV, I can do that - and if I want to watch the security camera, I just select that AV input on the TV. The added advantage to this is the TVs that have PiP can have both whatever TV station and a small version of the security camera in the corner of the TV screen.

The other aprt that is helpful is that the security DVR is also connected to the computer network so if I am on the computer, I can get to the security DVR monitor view from any of the computers on the home network, too.

Since you did not tell us what TVs you are using, we have no way to know if you can do this or if your only option is to feed the security video to an unused cable channel with a modulator.

Just Installed Security Cameras Around House?

Tiffany G

Hi, I just had security cameras installed and I was wondering if i needed to put up a sign saying I have cameras around my house? I heard if I heard if I don't it is like an intrusion of privacy or something? Thanks in advance!
Oh and I live in Las Vegas if there are any laws about it in my area

Answer
In your home or within in your property. nope.

Putting up a sign is a preventive measure to warn would-be troublemakers they might be caught on camera. You are not required to put up a sign for the invasion of privacy of people who come into your property..

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Security Cameras?

flatblack5

I want to buy security cameras for my house. I want them to be wireless and be able to stream the video to a computer or a computer off site. Are there any affordable solutions? I am looking for outdoor cameras and possibly indoor as well.

Answer
There's lots of options for you. I used to work at a place that had internet cameras at remote mountain tops for security. The link below will give you more information. It also shows you what the video will look like over the internet. The cameras and software can be pretty inexpensive if you look around just a bit.

if i install security cameras in my house will the homeowners insurance price go down a bit?

call me th

I'm thinking about installing some cameras out side my house b/c lately some of my neighbors cars got broken into. so if i do this will my homeowners insurance go down?
thanks
D

Answer
Probably not, since security cameras are not going to prevent a break-in and the losses incurred from same. They will make it easier to possibly identity and apprehend the crooks, but the damages will still remain. You would make a better investment if you installed a security alarm system, plus other barriers to unwanted entrance, such as better door frames and grates over your windows.

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Installing a security camera?

Ava D

We've been hearing a lot of noises outside our house. And, my friend advised me to try installing a security camera. What are the benefits of installing home security cameras in my home?

Answer
I've been a product manager for Security Cameras for about 10 years. I believe the benefits are:

1) Pre and Post event recording (seeing what happened not only during a crime, but what happened just before and after)
2) if you have a camera at your front door, you have a better way to see who is at the door without approaching the door. If you hook the camera to your TV set, you can even see who is at the door without leaving your couch
3) Remote Viewing -- if you have your camera hooked to a DVR or if it's an IP camera, you have the ability to remote look in from anywhere that has an internet connection. I even have the ability to get live snapshots from my cameras at home via my cell phone.
4) Deterrant -- Cameras that are visible to would-be burglars, intruders, hooligans, etc, are great deterrants to those types of activities.

Try not to go cheap. The cheaper the camera, the worse the image. Resist that urge. Expect to pay between $700-$1500 for a really good, Day/Night, high resolution camera, installed, plus the price to record it. If you go cheap on this, like with a Swann or Qsee camera from Fry's, yes you'll be able to see if SOMEBODY is at your door, but forget trying to ID them later.

What's the best security camera system for a house available?

Gabriel R

Am looking for a good camera security system for my house that connectsto a computer

Answer
For a complete whole house security system of lights , cameras, sensors etc, try X-10.com. Theyre systems are great, and extremely reasonable.

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How to sneak out of the house past security cameras?

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Kiera

My dad recently installed security cameras around our house, and now it's about impossible to sneak out. He doesn't watch the camera videos very often, but I'm scared to try to sneak out because if he DOES watch the video then he'll see me! I don't wanna take a chance sneaking out. (At night)

Any ideas on how to sneak past them or turn off the cameras for a few hours?
Also.... any idea how to turn off the cameras?

Answer
I've done this before and there is no easy way. DO NOT try to turn off the cameras and then back on because he will see that a stretch of time footage is missing (while the cameras were off).

HOWEVER, it is possible: during the day, go to where the camera monitor screens are located in the house and analyze very very closely what their view range is. When you've accomplished this, you'll then know where you should not step into view of them. Of course, for all you know, they may not even have inferred sensors. (so they can't see in the dark anyway). You can test their night vision by looking at the monitors at night.

How long does it take to overwrite data on security camera videos ?

Desi_rae

security camera on a house, do they record 24/7 ? & how long does it take for data to overwrite itself ?

Answer
The question cannot be answered without knowing the specific software used. Even then, we would need to know the settings the admin is using. Hard drives are in the terabytes these days. Most likely it will not be overwritten unless an admin manually deletes it.

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How to sneak out of the house past security cameras?

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Kiera

My dad recently installed security cameras around our house, and now it's about impossible to sneak out. He doesn't watch the camera videos very often, but I'm scared to try to sneak out because if he DOES watch the video then he'll see me! I don't wanna take a chance sneaking out. (At night)

Any ideas on how to sneak past them or turn off the cameras for a few hours?
Also.... any idea how to turn off the cameras?

Answer
I've done this before and there is no easy way. DO NOT try to turn off the cameras and then back on because he will see that a stretch of time footage is missing (while the cameras were off).

HOWEVER, it is possible: during the day, go to where the camera monitor screens are located in the house and analyze very very closely what their view range is. When you've accomplished this, you'll then know where you should not step into view of them. Of course, for all you know, they may not even have inferred sensors. (so they can't see in the dark anyway). You can test their night vision by looking at the monitors at night.

Where can i get a security camera system thats not expensive but effective?

tyson

i want to install security cameras around my house does anyone know a good system that has a minimum of 4 cameras and is effective especially in bad weather.

Answer
Its going to be hard to find an effective security camera system that's not expensive. However, you can find one that is affordable and inexpensive for a camera system. I've included a link to a store I've used in the past. They'll help you determine what cameras you need and they do have a low price guarantee, so they're probably worth looking into. Good luck.

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Where should I put security cameras in my home?

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N

Is inside or outside better? I am planning to install some security cameras in my house. I have a first laundry room with six windows. Should I put a camera in that room or outside the window or neither? What do you think is best?

Answer
It is typically the most efficient to install cameras outside--you can cover the most ground with the fewest cameras that way. This will require additional maintenance, though, because they'll be affected by the weather.

How to choose home security cameras?

I live in a town that many burglaries have happened lately. I would like to install home security cameras in my house. Does any of you know where I can find some information about this issue?
I'd appreciate any help.
Thank you.

Answer
Hi,

I had the same problem in my area and was looking for some information about home security cameras. I found a great website which gives tons of information about various types of home security cameras and helped me a lot to buy what I was really needed. The website is http://homesecuritycamerasinfo.com/. This website will give you all the information you need and will help you to find the home security system that you need.

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Is it possible that the security camera recorded what I said?

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Melissa

My uncle just recently installed a security camera in front of the house. I share a room with his daughter/my cousin. Today, like lately, we've been keeping the window open. Our room is the only room that has its window facing the front of the house. Is it possible that since the window is open, he can hear our conversations clearly even though I mumbled what I didn't want to be heard?
This camera records Audio. For sure.

Answer
I dont think most security cameras have sound so I think your ok esphilly if you mumbled it.

hmmm idk then.

is it illegal to view the neighbors with a security camera?

Rosemary

in state of virginia...neighbors got security camera pointing towards our house. im thinking about setting one up towards their house.
is it illegal? how do i know if they are looking in my windows with theirs?is that like a peeping tom?how would one find out and prove it?

Answer
Yes, everything you mentioned is legal. What your neighbors are doing is not considered peeping. Go to the link provided as my source for more detail. This is the only law that currently exists in VA which involves peeping, surveillance, video, or cameras.

As long as he's off your property with the camera, your neighbors can film anything in view, even strait through your windows. This can even film you from the street if they wanted. They only have to remain off your property in order to do this without your consent. I would suggest shutting your curtains or blinds to keep your naked butt from showing up on voyeur porn sites.

You have the same rights as your neighbors. Feel free to set up a camera right at the edge of your property line, pointed strait at your neighbor's window.

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What home security cameras would you recommend?

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ZeroWorrie

I am looking into installing security cameras in my house.
Obviously some that can be reliable, and with the possibility to be able to access and record the footage and live video through a computer.
Hopefully some that do not cost an arm and a leg..
I am guessing that internet will be required, wifi perhaps?
As you can probably guess I am not familiar with this kind of things, so if anyone can give me as much info about how hard it is to install, how it works etc etc that would be awesome.

Thanks in advance!

Answer
Dlink has the best for what your doing, not very expensive. They have the best Security camera program. It can monitor 30 plus cameras, it can set the cameras to save the video feed to a LAN Hard Drive, thus no need to keep your computer on 24/7. You would need a Wireless Router, A 500GB or bigger LAN drive and Camera(s) And this is all plug and play.

Should a man set up security cameras around his house in case a woman wants to take advantage of him?

Integratio

I was thinking of installing security cameras around my house: two pointed at my bed, 1 at each sofa, and a couple in bathroom.

This is just a precaution against female predators. Sometimes I like to have a lady over for some drinks and good old movie watching fun. But, every now and then, I overdue the drinking. I don't want to be taken advantage of.

Are these security cameras a good idea for this?

Answer
This would be useful, you have a legal right to record anything going on in your home, and it can be used as evidence to prove a persons guilt or innocence. You can record yourself and an unwitting party having sex in your home. There is no law against this, you only break the law when you post it or allow for "public" viewing without the other parties consent.

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Is it possible that the security camera recorded what I said?

best security camera for house image

Melissa

My uncle just recently installed a security camera in front of the house. I share a room with his daughter/my cousin. Today, like lately, we've been keeping the window open. Our room is the only room that has its window facing the front of the house. Is it possible that since the window is open, he can hear our conversations clearly even though I mumbled what I didn't want to be heard?
This camera records Audio. For sure.

Answer
I dont think most security cameras have sound so I think your ok esphilly if you mumbled it.

hmmm idk then.

is it illegal to view the neighbors with a security camera?

Rosemary

in state of virginia...neighbors got security camera pointing towards our house. im thinking about setting one up towards their house.
is it illegal? how do i know if they are looking in my windows with theirs?is that like a peeping tom?how would one find out and prove it?

Answer
Yes, everything you mentioned is legal. What your neighbors are doing is not considered peeping. Go to the link provided as my source for more detail. This is the only law that currently exists in VA which involves peeping, surveillance, video, or cameras.

As long as he's off your property with the camera, your neighbors can film anything in view, even strait through your windows. This can even film you from the street if they wanted. They only have to remain off your property in order to do this without your consent. I would suggest shutting your curtains or blinds to keep your naked butt from showing up on voyeur porn sites.

You have the same rights as your neighbors. Feel free to set up a camera right at the edge of your property line, pointed strait at your neighbor's window.

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How to choose home security cameras?

best security camera for house image

I live in a town that many burglaries have happened lately. I would like to install home security cameras in my house. Does any of you know where I can find some information about this issue?
I'd appreciate any help.
Thank you.

Answer
Hi,

I had the same problem in my area and was looking for some information about home security cameras. I found a great website which gives tons of information about various types of home security cameras and helped me a lot to buy what I was really needed. The website is http://homesecuritycamerasinfo.com/. This website will give you all the information you need and will help you to find the home security system that you need.

Can you install security cameras to your laptop?

love4singi

I need a security camera for my house and i was wondering if i could connect the camera to my laptop instead of buying the observation system.Is that possible?

Answer
Yes, go to www.personalsafetycameras.com They have every kind of camera & monitoring systems that are easy to install.

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Can you install security cameras to your laptop?

best security camera for house image

love4singi

I need a security camera for my house and i was wondering if i could connect the camera to my laptop instead of buying the observation system.Is that possible?

Answer
Yes, go to www.personalsafetycameras.com They have every kind of camera & monitoring systems that are easy to install.

How to sneak out of the house past security cameras?

Kiera

My dad recently installed security cameras around our house, and now it's about impossible to sneak out. He doesn't watch the camera videos very often, but I'm scared to try to sneak out because if he DOES watch the video then he'll see me! I don't wanna take a chance sneaking out. (At night)

Any ideas on how to sneak past them or turn off the cameras for a few hours?
Also.... any idea how to turn off the cameras?

Answer
I've done this before and there is no easy way. DO NOT try to turn off the cameras and then back on because he will see that a stretch of time footage is missing (while the cameras were off).

HOWEVER, it is possible: during the day, go to where the camera monitor screens are located in the house and analyze very very closely what their view range is. When you've accomplished this, you'll then know where you should not step into view of them. Of course, for all you know, they may not even have inferred sensors. (so they can't see in the dark anyway). You can test their night vision by looking at the monitors at night.

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