There are many tried and tested means to protect your home from unauthorized access from outside. Someone puts expensive "heaped" locks, and even a few at once, someone starts a dog fighting dog. But recently more popular, technical means of protection and control( observation) are gaining popularity.
What are the attractive video eyes for the front door? Firstly , they are very difficult to detect. And, consequently, and neutralize. They allow you to covertly observe everything that happens in the area of their review. Secondly, , if there was an attempt to penetrate the "territory", then neither the dog nor the locks can tell who wanted to do it and at what time.
To better understand all the advantages of the product, you need to understand what it is? This device is nothing more than a video camera, only a miniature. Inside the room( next to the entrance door or where it is more convenient), a monitor is installed, which allows viewing the image in real time.
Features of video eye( common)
- Many models are completely indistinguishable from ordinary door eyes, hence, less likely to damage them, unlike the video door phone panel. Unfortunately, there are often people who have "hands scratching" at the sight of such devices, especially among teenagers.
- Increased viewing angle( up to 1800).This allows you to watch anyone who stands on the court. Moreover, even if it occupies a position on the side of the door and it seems to him that no one sees it.
- Self-contained power supply ensures system operation even in the absence of industrial voltage. It can not be forcibly disconnected from the outside! !!
- Many models have a simple( and understandable) menu in Russian. In some, there is an "answering machine" function. If the owners are not at home, then the guest can leave them a voice message.
- High sensitivity of the camera. Despite the dimness of the lighting of our staircases or quite often its complete absence, the video eye lets you see everything that is happening in the viewing area, as it is provided with a "backlight".
The lighting source in the range of UK-waves is installed directly near the door - there are many options. It can be disguised as a plate with a number, under the fastening element of the outer lining of the door. This "light" person does not see, but for video eye - enough.
- Unlike many electronic systems, video eyes can inform the host about guests by sending their photos to a mobile phone as an MMS message. In addition, provides for and communication with the visitor through the operator of cellular communication.
- Easy to install. Many modern models operate on the principle of wireless communication. Therefore, they do not have to drill walls and lay cable ducts.
As a rule, all installation of the kit is done in half an hour( for wireless models), and it reduces to installing a video eye on the door. It does not require professionals or personal experience. As for each product there is an instruction of the User.
What to consider when choosing
You first need to determine the purpose for which the product is purchased. Or just to see what's going on in front of the door, or else with a recording of what's happening. And of course, you need to focus on financial opportunities.
- Features of the location and installation of the entrance door. The main thing is whether the video eye is combined in its size with its thickness! !!Some models have such a limitation of installation. Although the kit may have special seals( rings).
- Required viewing angle of the surrounding area. For a city apartment is quite enough from 900( depending on the location on the staircase).
- Its illuminance. It is also advisable to provide for the installation of an IR light source.
- Presence of motion sensor. It enables the recording mode to be activated automatically. Can be installed separately or be integrated into the camera.
- The way and convenience of mounting the components of the kit.
- Construction - with or without body.
- Is it possible to record information in what format: digital or analog, color image or black and white.
- Ease of using the menu.
- Additional functions.
- Manufacturer's Reputation. There is no point in buying Chinese products "for one day."
Let's consider some models, the prices for which make them available to the general public. It makes no sense to list all the technical data, since many of them are not clear to the layman. The entire range of video intercoms and video eyewitnesses is presented in the largest Russian store - look and choose.
«GSM II -2»
It is installed directly into the door, just like a normal eye. The kit includes a monitor, the eye itself, 2 cards( memory and SIM).Plus - battery and charger. Plus - fastening elements. There is a built-in motion sensor, whose capabilities allow you to record all that occurs within a radius of 3 m. Illumination - up to 1.5 m. Control of the screen - touch, viewing angle - 1000. Excellent for monitoring the staircase. The price is from 5 800 rubles.
"Radio DVR"
Wireless model. Color monitor with 5-inch resolution. You can put it anywhere, even carry it with you( weight - 210 g).The set includes antennas, stereo headphones. The case of the eye is made of brass, it simulates a conventional door. There is a function of automatic shutdown after a certain time( for example, 1 minute).This greatly increases the battery life without recharging. The viewing angle is 900. It costs 7 500 rubles.
«Home Voice»
One of the most budgetary models. Provides a minimum of necessary functions: two-way communication( voice), monitor monitoring with a threefold increase. In fact, the same video intercom, only without automatic door opening. But the price is much lower - only 1,500 rubles.
Recommendations
Given that video eyes have an autonomous power source, and the most popular wireless versions of products, you should check the operability directly at the point of purchase. Then it immediately becomes clear whether the image quality, the angle of view of the camera and the like are satisfied. And it will be easier to understand the functions.
The range of video eyewitnesses and monitors is so extensive that their choice is extremely complicated. It is necessary to be guided by the principle of sufficiency. There is no point in buying a more expensive product just because it contains a lot of "amazing" opportunities. Will they all be needed in everyday life? Is it worth overpaying for them to "just be"?The above models meet all the essential requirements.
