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NAT and Port Forwarding

October 28, 2015
Posted by Ted
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NAT and Port Forwarding What is NAT and what does it do? NAT is Network Address Translation. There are different types of NAT, but we’ll stick to the easy non-technical explanation of ‘Many to One’ NAT. Your...

29 Sep

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Pan, Tilt, Zoom (PTZ) Cameras Explained

September 29, 2015
Posted by Techpro Security
analog, HD-CVI, IP, pan tilt zoom, ptz, rs485
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Since there are a lot of Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) Cameras available, I will explain in this article on how to best choose the correct PTZ for your Security Camera Installation. I will start by...

28 Sep

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Setting up your IP camera surveillance system using an NVR with Two Ethernet Ports

September 28, 2015
Posted by Zeke Richey
ip address, IP camera, nvr, NVR with 2 Ethernet Ports, POE Switch
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The technology behind an IP security camera system is constantly evolving and there have been some nice improvements recently. Here at TechPro Security Products, we offer 3 types of systems including ones using IP...

24 Sep

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4K and Security Surveillance Design

September 24, 2015
Posted by Michael
12MP cameras, 4K, 4K Security Cameras, 4K Security Recorders, 8MP cameras
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Planning your security system whether it is commercial or residential can be a daunting task. How much will it cost? What brand of equipment? What type of camera . . . bullet, dome, PTZ?...

21 Sep

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Understanding IP Cameras and ONVIF Compatibility

May 12, 2018
Posted by Damon Delcoro
elite series, ip cameras, nvr, ONVIF, Prime Series
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When choosing to use IP network cameras for your residential or commercial security camera system there are a few things to take into account. This article will focus on clearing up some common questions...

18 Sep

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TVI vs. CVI, What is the Difference?

September 18, 2015
Posted by Damon Delcoro
CVI, dahua, HD-CVI, HD-TVI, Hikvision, Techpro, TVI, What is HD-CVI?, What is TVI?
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When it comes to the "New" HD over coaxial market, there are a couple, some say a few, choices on the market. The 2 major players in the HD over coaxial market are HDTVI...

09 Sep

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Pre Planning Your Security Camera Installation to Head off Headaches

September 10, 2015
Posted by Ted
IP Config, LAN, Security Camera Installation, Subnet
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Being a Technical Support representative can give you a lot of insight into the everyday obstacles and frustrations that a security system installer may run into when setting up a location. For older analog camera systems,...

08 Sep

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How to Set Up a DX Series Access Control Pin Pad System With and Without Pin Codes!

September 8, 2015
Posted by Damon Delcoro
Access Contol, Access Control Pin Pad, Access Control Software, FOB, Pin Pad
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We have been receiving calls in tech support regarding the different ways to use a DX Series Access Control Pin Pad with an access control system. Some people are interested in pin pad only,...

04 Sep

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Covert Security Camera Options

September 4, 2015
Posted by djackson
Covert Security Camera, Hidden Security Camera
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Security cameras are sometimes meant to be seen. If they are in plain sight, they can act as a deterrent to illegal activity. But, this can also make them a target of...

01 Sep

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Why Video Analytics is Important When it Comes to Your Security Cameras

September 1, 2015
Posted by Damon Delcoro
Video Analytics
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Meet Bob Bob is in charge of monitoring 86 cameras at his work place Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. After that, Jeff takes over for middle shift and then Charlie for the graveyard....

31 Aug

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How to view your Web-Service using Internet Explorer 11 in MS Windows 10 OS

August 31, 2015
Posted by mrkuchuk
how to view your dvr remotely, Web Service, Windows 10
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This video will guide you step by step on how to access your CCTV system via the web interface using the new Microsoft Windows 10 operating system. Click the image above if top video does...

27 Aug

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So many options when choosing a DVR for Surveillance Video!

August 27, 2015
Posted by Michael
DVR, HD-CVI, HD-TVI, tribrid
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So, you've had enough of hoodlums and thugs stealing your Garden Gnomes and knocking over your mailbox. And those employees! OYVAY! They keep putting Metamucil in the coffee. Before you choose a security recording...

25 Aug

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How to Back Up Your Security Camera Footage with Schedule Backup

August 25, 2015
Posted by Damon Delcoro
Backing up footage from DVR NVR, DVR, nvr, Schedule Backup, security camera footage
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We get many calls in the tech support department by people looking to keep an offsite backup of their DVR. Unfortunately, all options are going to utilize valuable upstream bandwidth as well as tax...

17 Aug

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Benefits of an NVR with a Built-in POE Switch

August 17, 2015
Posted by Techpro Security
backup video recording for ip cameras, Built-in POE Switch, nvr, ONVIF
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Many of our customers call us to ask why they cannot change the camera's position when using a built-in POE NVR. The short answer to that is that it is not possible after the...

06 Aug

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A Bit on Bit Rates

August 6, 2015
Posted by Ted
Bit rates, Constant Bit Rate, Variable Bit Rate
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What are Bit Rates? Let's start with "what is a bit, and "why do I need to know?" A bit is short for "binary digit", the smallest unit of information in computing. It takes 8 bits to...

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