Surveillance Cameras In Homes And Offices

ABSTRACT

The implementation and use of video surveillance (Closed Circuit Television technology) in societies across the globe has stimulated major debate on a handful of topics. This report aims to highlight the importance of surveillance camera in homes and offices. The report will provide the reader with a variety of discussions, based on an objective throughout the world. it further evaluates the concept of the rise of surveillance societies and the protection of individual rights, and promotes further discussion.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

COVER PAGE

TITLE PAGE

APPROVAL PAGE

DEDICATION

ACKNOWELDGEMENT

ABSTRACT

ABBREVIATION

CHAPTER ONE

1.0      INTRODUCTION

1.1      BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

• AIM OF THE STUDY
• OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY
• PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
• LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
• SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
• APPLICATION OF THE STUDY
• RESEARCH QUESTION

CHAPTER TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

• OVERVIEW OF SURVEILLANCE
• TYPES OF SURVEILLANCE
• THE ORIGINS OF CCTV
• EVALUATION AND ANALYSIS
• RESEARCH QUESTION AND ANSWERS

CHAPTER THREE

3.1      DIAGRAM OF SURVEILLANCE CAMERA

3.2      CCTV CAMERAS WORKING PRINCIPLE

3.3      SURVEILLANCE CAMERA WIRING PROCEDURES

CHAPTER FOUR

• HOW TO FIND OUT TYPE OF CCTV CAMERA YOU SHOULD BUY
• WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A CCTV SYSTEM
• CCTV CAMERA PLACEMENT
• BEST LOCATIONS FOR HOME SECURITY CAMERAS

CHAPTER FIVE

• CONCLUSION
• RECOMMENDATION
• REFERENCES

CHAPTER ONE

1.0                                                       INTRODUCTION

1.1                                             BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

CCTV surveillance systems are frequently the subject of debate. Some parties seek to promote their benefits such as their use in criminal investigations and providing a feeling of safety to the public. They have also been on the receiving end of bad press when some consider intrusiveness has outweighed the benefits.

The correct design and use of such systems is paramount to ensure a CCTV surveillance system meets the needs of the user, provides a tangible benefit and provides safety and security for the wider law-abiding public.

Video cameras are used to observe an area, connected to a recording device or IP Network and monitored in a Control Room. Video surveillance technologies are used for far more than their roots in crime detection, with video analytics solutions able to serve a variety of applications  such as traffic and crowd control management.

Closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance systems have made tremendous technological progress in the last decade, not only in individual capabilities, but also in the ability to interface with other security technology.

There are three primary ways to use CCTV systems, industry experts say: as a deterrent, for forensic purposes and as an interdictive device.

Originally, CCTV surveillance systems were simply a deterrent. The notion that “Big Brother” was watching was often enough to keep people from misbehaving. Today, though, CCTV surveillance systems are common enough that they have lost their novelty, reducing effectiveness as a simple deterrent, especially for illegal entry or violent crime.

Evolving Uses of CCTV Surveillance Systems

As recording and storing technologies and software such as video analytics have became more efficient, CCTV surveillance systems have evolved into a forensic tool — that is, collecting evidence after an event has occurred.

But as CCTV surveillance systems become more easily integrated with monitoring devices, alarm systems and access control devices, a third use of CCTV is gaining momentum: Helping security personnel to identify and interrupt security breaches as they’re occurring, or even before they take place.

Intelligent video algorithms, such as sophisticated motion detection, can identify unusual walking patterns and alert a guard to watch a particular video screen. Object-recognition algorithms can identify someone who might simply be loitering, or even a briefcase or other suspicious object that is left somewhere it shouldn’t be. Again, the system can alert a monitoring guard so that appropriate action can be taken.

The most advanced intelligent video algorithm is facial recognition. However, most experts agree that use of this technology as an efficient tool in the private sector is still several years down the road.

Traditionally, intelligent video algorithms are components of a computer system in a security room to which video captured by an array of CCTV cameras is fed. But on the horizon, manufacturers will be making cameras that can process the intelligent video algorithm right inside the camera.

Wide dynamic range is another technology that is becoming more prevalent on CCTV cameras. Wide dynamic range means cameras can resolve details when there’s a tremendous amount of both light and dark areas in the same scene.

1.2             AIM OF THE STUDY

CCTV Cameras are very important in monitoring some places in particular to prevent theft, and for the businesses, control inventory and to maximize productivity. Security has been the main purpose of surveillance camera Installation although it can do more than ensuring security. The main aim of this work is to study the need for surveillance camera in our homes and offices.

1.3             OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

The objective of this study is to:

1. To help reduce the fear of crime.
2. To help deter crime.

• To help detect crime and provide evidential material for court proceedings.

1. To assist in the overall management of any organisation.
2. To enhance community safety, assist in developing the economic well being of the New Forest area and encourage greater use of the Town Centres, shops, car parks, community and Tourist facilities.
3. To assist the Local Authority in its enforcement and regulatory functions within the environment.

• To assist in Traffic Management.
• To assist in supporting civil proceedings, which will help detect crime.

1. To reduce incidents of public disorder and anti-social behaviour.

1.4             SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

1. Crime Prevention and Detection: The primary use of a closed-circuit television camera (the CCTV camera of full form) is warning and deterring burglars, thieves and other criminals in homes and offices.

2. Taking Care of Elders, Children and Pets: Many families use closed-circuit television cameras, the full form of CCTV cameras, in home to keep track of elders, children or pets. After appropriate setup, you can check in CCTV cameras if elders fall down, children arrive home safely or pets eat food on time.

3. Record Valuable Moments: The beautiful moments of life won’t be missed out or blurred over time, CCTV cameras can always witness and record something unbelievable, memorable or even crazy.

4. Business Use: Monitoring of critical areas such as storefronts, offices or warehouses mainly requires the system of closed-circuit television (the CCTV long form) to take care of your properties or improve employees’ productivity.

1.6             PURPOSE OF THE STUDY

The purpose of using surveillance cameras in homes and offices is for security of your offices home and your families safety can be protected by strategically placed security cameras in and around your property, acting as a deterrent for would-be thieves as well as catching them in the act.

1.7             APPLICATION OF THE STUDY

This device is used to monitor and secure places like:

1. Homes
2. Offices

• Business environment

1. Worship centres,
2. To monitor airports,
3. railway stations,

• bus stations,
• hotels,

1. shopping malls and
2. all the other public places that need monitoring and protection.

1.8             LIMITATION OF THE STUDY

Setting up a surveillance camera in your properties may cost huge amount of money. It also need to have a 24hrs power supply system, which means the installation of the system becomes a problem for areas or countries where power supply is a challenge.

1.8                                             RESEARCH QUESTION

1. What is CCTV?

2.     What are the uses of CCTV? Who is targeted?

3. Is CCTV is an effective safety tool for crime-solving?

4.     Is CCTV is an effective safety tool for reducing crime?

5.     Is CCTV is an effective safety tool for building feelings of security?

6.   Is CCTV is an effective management tool?