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Motion detector cameras provide a creative new way to conceal a hidden camera

January 18, 2007
By:  Lynn Bryant

Many homes today have alarm-based security systems installed. While these systems do provide some measure of protection against intruders, they can sometimes fall short. A good way to round out the security plan for your home is to implement some form of video surveillance. Video surveillance can help provide the evidence you need to prove a crime has been committed.

Companies that provide video surveillance equipment are responding to the ever-increasing demand for video surveillance products by creating new and innovative products. One example of this trend is the introduction of motion detector cameras to the marketplace.

Video cameras that have motion-sensing capabilities have been around for a while. A motion sensor camera is different though. These devices are actually small pinhole cameras built right into a traditional PIR motion detector shell. Each of these hidden cameras is made to look exactly like a typical motion sensor that comes with any standard alarm-based security systems. The only difference is a fully functional pinhole camera is concealed inside.

Several companies are offering these types of cameras. Most are made to incorporate directly into any standard alarm-based security system, which allows for easy setup and integration. We will look at two popular choices so you can learn more about how these devices can be used to increase the effectiveness of your home security system.

  • Deluxe PIR Motion Detector Camera from Smarthomeicon -- This camera is made to look exactly like a traditional PIR motion detector and incorporates easily into most standard alarm-based systems. The color camera provides 325 lines of resolution. The camera can also be set up to trigger VCR recording when motion is sensed. The pinhole camera is perfectly concealed within a standard motion sensor frame so no one will ever know a hidden camera is present. You can purchase this unique motion detector cameraicon for $299.99 from Smarthome.
     
  • SSC-103WCFF Color Motion Detector Camera from Advanced Security Products -- This camera comes concealed inside a fully functioning motion detector. The camera itself features a wide-angle lens that provides full coverage of most rooms. This camera is designed to take the place of your existing standard motion detectors you may already have installed. The motion detector can be configured to trigger event recording, an alarm, or activating lighting. You can purchase this device from Advanced Security Products for $259.50.

What is so great about these style cameras is they are designed to take the place of standard motion sensors you already have in place. No one will ever suspect a camera is concealed behind this common device.

About the Author
Lynn Bryant is a successful freelance writer and contributor to Video-Surveillance-Guide.com.  Your definitive guide to video surveillance equipment, CCTV cameras and wireless security systems for home and business.

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