How to Save Images From a Home Security Camera

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:SaveImagesFromHomeSecurityCamera

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Introduction What's the easiest way to save images from a home security camera? You can use a

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Introduction

What's the easiest way to save images from a home security camera? You can use a Digital Video Recorder (DVR) system to record your data. Read on to learn how to save images from a home security camera.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Steps

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Step One

Install one or more video security cameras in your home.
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Step Two

Set the images recorded by the camera or cameras to be recorded with your DVR system.
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Step Three

Adjust the settings of the DVR. In many cases, you can set the DVR to record single frames at specified intervalsa??such as ten secondsa??when the camera is picking nothing up. However, when motion is detected, the DVR will still be set to record in real time.
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Step Four

If you don't have a DVR system, then you can still use a VCR. However a DVR will allow you to record for longer periods of time without having to change tapes regularly.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • Choose a DVR that is expandable. Consider extra hard drives or connections to a PC to copy the recorded material.
  • A DVR system can be more expensive than a VCR. The difference in cost is quickly made up by the additional recording time and not needing to buy video tapes.
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