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E-security at Your Residence

E-security at your residence, it may be a flat or a bungalow, is the most important place of to each of us. Something that we can’t compromise for. It’s a place for our dear and loved one’s. We may not keep our valuables in our homes, but what stays at home acquires utmost value to us. Hence, we try to avail every possible facility and security to them.

There are four major categories of E-security systems. They are : CCTV cameras, Alarm Systems, Video Door Phones and Access Control Systems. All these types are useful for a residential purpose. But it is a nuisance if not planned efficiently. Here, we are trying to advise the most effective way to use E-security at homes. Creating security layers using independent E-security tools will reduce the possibility of intrusion.

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Video door phone is one of the proven solutions for home security. It may be flat or a bungalow, VDP is a must. Consider it from building a home. Make provisions for electric locks. Lay cables for multiple VDP screens. Preferably, choose an IP VDP system and don’t forget to provide connectivity to the internet modem.

Just give it a thought about having an Alarm System at your home. In India, we don’t think alarm systems are functional for residential application. The perception is not the same anymore in tier one or in metro cities. However, alarm systems are the one that can stop the crime before happening. Find a good vendor to install an efficient system and you are good to go. These systems can notify owners immediately when there is an intrusion. The notification can be quietly or with a siren or a hooter and to awake the whole area. Don’t think about false intrusions. They are like by insects or creatures. Sometimes, it will disturb your sleep. But, in case of actual intrusions, it won’t disappoint. Think about it.

Another essential E-security tool is Access Control System. In apartments or residential complexes, there should be access control systems at the entry points of lifts and the wing entrances. Some of the new residential complexes have started providing these systems, but that is mostly in the metros or tier 1 cities. Wherever it is not installed, it can be installed independently. It is useful to have only one entry to the lift area. It’s common to see two or three sides of entries to the lift area. It should be avoided or covered later on. Cover the single entry with a door and install an access control system to it. This will help you to add layers to your security.

In bungalows, create first layer of security using VDP and Access Control Systems. Front and main door should definitely have a VDP system. All other doors must have access control systems. Try to have a smaller number of entry points. Hence, it will be possible to provide a certain amount of security. All the main entry points should have two doors. One inside should be a wooden door, and the outer one should be a fabricated iron or steel door.

A combination of different types of E-security options is essential. The layer of CCTV cameras will help to monitor and record all the entry points. It may be a society or an individual system, a CCTV system reduces a possibility of intrusion.

CCTV installation and operational guidelines for customers:

  1. There are two types of CCTV cameras- HD analog cameras, and IP cameras. Try to Install IP camera system as it the most advanced system and gives better output. In smaller areas it may look costly but now a days it’s cost has been significantly reduced. HD analog systems are also fine instead of having no system at all.
  2. Try to keep maximum recording backup as you never know, what date and time you might will need for a reference. At least 1 month of recording has to be there in your system.
  3. It’s very important to keep recording safe from the robbers or cheaters. Now a days, the robbers have become smart, they rob or destroy the DVR or NVR as well hence eliminate the possible evidence. Adding a substitute NVR with bigger HDD capacity at a distinct and most secure place, and connecting it to the main DVR or NVR is an option to keep recording safe.
  4. Checking the CCTV system on daily basis is a kind of preventive maintenance. Check all cameras and their playback, on daily basis to avoid any failure.
  5. Give AMC for Maintenance and keep a track of its repairs. Maintenance is unavoidable, but by keeping it healthy to work continuously is important.
  6. Try to hide wiring while installing Cameras. Hence, the system will remain safe and secure. For that, plan the installation from the beginning of your electric wiring. Keep them distinct from one another.
  7. Power failure will interrupt working of CCTV cameras. Provide inverter for power backup to avoid such interruptions. The system should be in operation for 24X7.
  8. Remote monitoring thru Smartphone is a feature available in most of modern systems. Take an advantage of this facility. Keep yourself updated with your security.
  9. As a wise citizen, follow social responsibility and don’t hesitate to install cameras on the gates next to the streets. Covering a part of streets in your cameras will enhance security of your surroundings.
  10. Don’t forget to put clear notices as to tell everyone that this area is under CCTV surveillance. It is important to let people know that they are being recorded.
  11. Standalone CCTV systems are suitable for live monitoring of the events. The recording is done on the memory card inserted in the camera itself, which makes it vulnerable. Otherwise, if installed, please try to make them unreachable and discretely unnoticeable to keep it safe. Moreover, it’s two-way communication function is useful in small areas.

While we are talking about securing our homes, it’s equally important to have some Tracking Devices for the members of the families. Kids and elderly people should carry such devices embedded in the watches, tags, or any other devices that they will be carrying with them all the time.

Don’t forget to make provisions for future E-security installation, why not make provision for most of them? Try to create layers of security, so that even if first layer is crossed, further layers will stop the intrusion.