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Port Forwarding Simplified

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

What is Port Forwarding? When using a mobile application to connect with your VMAX® standalone recording unit or with your...

What is WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) in CCTV

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

A technology that becomes progressively more available year by year, WDR or wide dynamic range has already improved the quality...

What is a PoE Switch?

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

A PoE (Power over Ethernet) switch is a network switch that has Power over Ethernet capabilities. Ethernet cables traditionally transmit...

What is IP PTZ Security Camera?

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

An IP PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) security camera is a type of surveillance camera that offers remote control over its pan, tilt,...

CCTV Glossary of Technical Terms

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

Aberration – Any inherent imperfections or deficiencies in a lens that leads to a loss in shape or sharpness of captured images...

Surveillance System, Security Camera & CCTV Glossary

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

This glossary contains a list of general terms and definitions related to surveillance systems, security cameras, and CCTV equipment. If...

Long Range Security Camera 2025

Last Updated: March 20, 2025

We all know that when it comes to protecting our homes and businesses how important it is to have the...

Best DIY Home Security System

Last Updated: March 20, 2025

Let’s be honest. Most individuals don’t consider home security until something untoward occurs. Perhaps your neighbors have told you about...