CCTV design starts with what you need the system to achieve.
A useful CCTV system is more than a collection of high-resolution cameras. Camera position, lens choice, lighting, recording quality, network capacity, storage and remote access all affect the final result. Blackhawk can help specify systems around the areas and events that matter to the customer.
What this service can include
- IP CCTV camera installation
- Turret, dome and bullet cameras
- Indoor and outdoor coverage
- NVR installation and commissioning
- PoE network configuration
- Remote viewing setup
- Storage and retention planning
- System upgrades and expansion
Design for usable footage
A camera that is mounted too high, uses the wrong lens or faces difficult lighting may record an incident without capturing useful detail. Proper planning considers scene width, distance, lighting and the purpose of each camera before equipment is selected.
Recording and network planning
The recorder must support the camera count, incoming bandwidth and storage requirement. Network switches and PoE capacity also need to be sized so the system remains reliable and can expand where required.
How Blackhawk approaches the requirement
Assess
Understand access points, operating hours, known risks and existing controls.
Plan
Agree duties, coverage, escalation routes and any supporting technology.
Deploy
Put the agreed service into operation with clear responsibilities.
Review
Adjust the approach as the site, occupancy or risk profile changes.
Common questions
How many cameras do I need?
That depends on the areas you want to cover and the level of detail required in each scene.
How long can footage be stored?
Retention depends on camera count, resolution, frame rate, codec, recording mode and installed storage capacity.
Can I view cameras remotely?
Many IP CCTV systems support remote viewing when configured with suitable network access and security controls.