If you use security surveillance cameras at your home, do you have to post a sign that lets people know?

1. William

   No

   It is your private property do as you please.

   Here is a DVR that will work perfectly for you.

   http://www.ascendentgroup.com/x4s.htm

   I would recommend a Standalone DVR as they are more reliable and since they are linux based they are virus ans spy ware free.

   The X4S Series DVR is an intelligent and professional CCTV management solution, integrating the latest technology and the most advanced features while maintaining a simple, intuitive, and graphical interface. The X4S Series DVR is a 24/7 turn key solution that meets demanding security needs to suit industrial and commercial applications. The X4S DVR is compatible with the X4 platform, allowing it to act as an IP server, while still remaining a standalone solution and allows you to view your cameras instantly over the internet with a PC or cell phone like the I-phone.

   For Cameras:
   http://www.ascendentgroup.com/cameras.htm

   also here is some information on DVR and cameras you may want to read before buying a CCTV system.

   Not all DVRs and security equipment are created equal, in fact there are many options that offer varying performance much like the automobile industry. In the world of DVRs you can find the equivalent of a $10,000 Kia and a $350,000 Ferrari and everything in between. Both have 4 wheels and windshield but that where the similarities end, it’s under the hood that counts. Just like any other consumer electronic in the end you get what you pay for.

   I suggest you buy a PC based DVR has they have more processing power and normally have a much smaller file size and offer more features then Standalone DVR’s. I know many people buy a cheap standalone DVR, only to upgrade to a PC based in 6 months especially when they are using it to manage a store remotely. Also PC based allows you to record up to 64 cameras where a standalone will have a limit of 16.

   Many people have the misconception that a PC-Based DVR is simply an off-the-shelf PC with video capture (encoder) cards, display (decoder) cards and some generic OEM software. A true DVR requires years of research and development to facilitate the seamless integration of both the hardware and software. DVRs are highly complex systems that must run 24/7, processing millions of images per day. This makes consumer-level hardware inadequate for DVRs which is why Ascendent uses custom-built PCs with performance-level hardware.

   My personal favorite DVR is Ascendent X4 series: Ascendent’s Tri-Fusion Hybrid Platform allows for the creation of a true hybrid surveillance system by utilizing the advantages of Analog, Megapixel, and IP technologies for unparalleled customization and expandability. I am working on government projects and use Ascendent cameras and DVR because the offer superior performance and cost less then comparable brands like bosh, Honeywell and pelco.

   The X4 also uses the latest H.264/SVC codec offer video substantially better quality,. While its file size sizes is 30% smaller than MPEG-4, 60% smaller than MPEG-2, and exponentially smaller than MJPEG.

   File size is crucial to streaming because most DVR’s on the market record at real time performance (30FPS per channel) so on a 4CH is trying to send 120, 8CH 240, and a 16CH 480 images per second which requires way too much bandwidth even for the most extreme internet connections.

   The smaller the files size the more images are able to be sent, and the faster they can be processed improving both FPS and speed. File size is the heart of any DVR and goes far beyond just its streaming capabilities, as it also determines the recording storage time, how much you can back up at once, how fast it renders and searches video. The file size of a DVR impacts the performance of the DVR in just about every aspect from speed to longevity and is often the most important spec of any DVR.

   If you are buying a DVR and streaming is a high priority I suggest you ask for a demo and connect to the DVR to make sure it is able to stream fast enough for your needs. Most DVRs say they have remote viewing but it is often too slow and laggy to be of any use especially if it is a standalone. Some good DVR brands that I recommend are Bosch, Pelco, Honeywell and Ascendent. These brands are what security professionals use.

   I recommend Ascendent as they are less expensive because they cameras for companies like Bosch and Pelco and offer better performance but any of these 3 brands will work well.

   http://www.ascendentgroup.com/home.htm
2. CircuitBoy

   That is really creepy. I don’t think you are required to post signs but I also know that you can’t break the law either. Filming your child sounds creepy and I would maybe consider asking them if they can point it in a different direction or why they have it facing that way. If they don’t want to be reasonable, then call the police. Do you know much about your neighbors? I would not trust them.
3. ca_surveyor

   It depends upon Federal, State, and local laws, but typically if you place a camera ON your property and face it towards your property you do not have to notify others.

   If you face it to where it records the actions of private citizens in public view, you generally must inform them that they are under video survielence.

   If you face it so that it records the actons of private citizens in private situations, that is called invasion of privacy (unless it is consenual) and that is actionable by the agrieved party.
   Filming the private actions of a minor child in a private situation may also be criminal even if it is unintended. (think ‘child/pedo’ and if this is a legit. concern to you then you should notify the authorities).

   hope this helps…

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