subject: Tips For Finding The Best Dummy Surveillance Camera [print this page] Surveillance cameras have become one of the most popular security features around. They give homeowners the opportunity to keep an eye on their homes at anytime of day from just about any part of the world. But while surveillance cameras have become more widespread, they are still relatively expensive for some homeowners. As a result, many homeowners are now investing in dummy security cameras.
While having dummy security cameras is a good way to deter burglars, it is still recommended that artificial cameras be used with some type of home security system as a back up. It is still affordable to buy a low cost alarm system and dummy security cameras. Plus, doing this will give your home added protection.
Can burglars spot a fake camera?
Some homeowners wonder if burglars can tell the difference between a real surveillance camera and a dummy camera. Chances are that if you spend money to buy a high-quality dummy camera, even experienced burglars will not be able to tell the difference. However, there are definitely a few features you should have on your dummy camera.
What features should a fake camera have?
Red blinking lights are a feature that many authorities disagree about. Some believe you should buy a dummy camera with the light, but according to some other security authorities the light is not necessary. Many fake cameras have a red blinking light that is meant to imitate a feature that some real cameras have. The only issue is that there are many real cameras that do not have this light, so the blinking light on a fake camera, on its own, might not convince a burglar that the camera is "real." Some security authorities even suggest that you buy a camera without the light.
Weather-casing is important if the camera will be placed outside. This is a feature that real surveillance cameras have when they are placed outdoors. The weather-casing protects the camera from the elements. You should choose a dummy camera with a realistic weather-proof casing.
Metal casing is desirable. A metal casing will make your fake camera look authentic. When you begin shopping for dummy surveillance cameras you will see that their are metal and plastic casings. Plastic casings just don't have the same "real" appearance as metal casings.
Wires are also important to look at. It may seem like a small thing but the amount of wires on your camera might give away whether it is real or fake. Home security specialist advise that you never buy an artificial camera with one wire. This is a dead give away that the camera is fake. Your dummy camera should have two wires. On real surveillance cameras there are typically two wires. One wire serves as the power cable and one wire connects to other components on the camera.
Lenses are another important feature to consider. While buying a fake camera with a real glass lens is a bit more expensive, it is worth every cent. Flat, non-curved plastic lenses just do not look real. Real glass lenses are one of the most important features you should have on your camera if you want to ensure that it will fool criminals.
Sturdy mounting brackets will complete the look of your surveillance system. There are many artificial mounting systems that are made of plastic and secured to walls with brackets that look cheap and non-sturdy. This is an important detail to get right. If the mounting brackets give away that they would not hold the weight of a real camera, burglars will know right away that the camera must not weigh much and they will assume that it is fake.
Along with these things, security authorities suggest that you look at many real surveillance cameras to get a feel for how they look and what features they have.
