Outdoor Cctv Security Cameras are installed outdoors to capture activities in the open or in public spaces such as parks, highways, schools, and other open areas.
When mounting a Cctv camera outdoors, the lighting changes depending on the time of day and the weather. Because of this, consider the following for outdoor cameras:
As discussed previously, always use auto-iris lenses with outdoor cameras.
Use caution when mounting a camera behind glass. If you mount a camera behind glass, such as in housing, make sure that the lens is close to the glass. If the lens is too far away from the glass, reflections from the camera and the background will appear in the image.
The mounting height for the camera should be high enough to angle the camera down to avoid sun glare, yet low enough so that no lamps are visible in the camera’s field of view.
Avoid direct sunlight. Direct sunlight blinds the camera and may permanently bleach the small color filters on the sensor chip, causing stripes in the image. If possible, position the camera so that it is looking in the same direction as the sun.
When using a camera outdoors, avoid viewing too much sky. Due to the large contrast, the camera will adjust to achieve a good light level for the sky, and the interesting landscape and objects might appear too dark. One way to avoid these problems is to mount the camera high above the ground. Use a pole if needed.
Outdoor Cctv Security Cameras – Always use sturdy mounting equipment to avoid vibrations caused by a strong wind. Wood poles should not be used for cameras, and the use of cantilevered-arm mounts or poles is discouraged because of stability concerns in wind. Metal triangular antenna tower sections are ideal for stability.
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