CCTV buyers guide

CCTV systems comprise of 3 different components. The DVR recorder, the individual CCTV cameras and accessories such as leads and power supplies. We want to help you plan and purchase your CCTV system by explaining a little about each of these 3 areas. In each CCTV buyers guide we explain what the various components do, what things to look for when comparing different products on the market and highlight some of the misleading terms and information you might come across.

CCTV DVR recorder buying guide

The digital video recorder or DVR is the heart of your CCTV system . It not only stores your images but also determines how they are displayed on screen. It is also the place where you select recording options and with these more modern DVRs is the part of the system which allows you to access your CCTV footage remotely over the internet.

CCTV DVR buyers guide

CCTV camera buying guide

The CCTV cameras are the eyes of your CCTV system. There are a myriad of different types of camera out there and selection can be very difficult. This section of the guide explains some of the differences between cameras and looks at what is really important.

CCTV camera buyers guide

CCTV accessory buying guide

This section looks at all the peripheral bits and pieces. We`ve kept things nice and simple when it comes to connecting all the kit together by using industry standard professional fittings and ensuring every cable is compatible with every camera and DVR on the site. We also look at power supplies, networking connections and so on.

CCTV accessory buyers guide