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Outdoor Camera Care: Weatherproofing & Maintenance in 15 Minutes

Quick intro: A little seasonal care prevents big blind spots. 15‑minute checklist Wipe the lens/dome (microfiber) and inspect for hairline cracks. Check gaskets; look for moisture inside the dome (fogging)....

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Fail‑Safe vs. Fail‑Secure: Which Lock Type Do I Need?

Quick intro: This choice affects safety during power loss and compliance at exits. Here’s a plain‑English guide. The simple definitions Fail‑safe: Unlocks when power is lost (common with maglocks). Great...

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Keep Hackers Out: Safer Remote Viewing Without Risky Ports

Quick intro: You can have convenience and security. Best practices Turn on two‑factor authentication in your camera/NVR app. Create individual user accounts—don’t share one admin login across...

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How Many Days of Video Do You Really Need? Storage Planning Made Simple

Quick intro: Retention is a balance of resolution, activity, and budget. Let’s take the mystery out of it. What actually drives storage Resolution & frame rate: 4K/20–30 fps looks great but eats space....

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Night Vision Problems Solved: IR Glare, Spiders & Window Reflections

Quick intro: Night images should be usable, not ghostly. Most fixes are simple placement and cleaning. Why it looks bad at night IR light bouncing back from a dirty dome, soffit, or nearby wall Bugs and spiders love warm...

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The Right Way to Test Your Alarm Monthly (Without a Dispatch)

Quick intro: A quick monthly check builds confidence and catches issues before they matter. Step‑by‑step Call the monitoring center and put the system on test for 60 minutes (have your verbal passcode ready)....

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