Purchasing the most up-to-date CCTV system is insufficient; you must routinely maintain it to ensure it functions properly. Here are some inspection hints that can help you maximize the life of your surveillance system and extend its lifespan.
Clean Camera Lenses
You cannot see anything if your camera lenses are scratched or dirty. Thus, you must quickly clean them. In addition, your gadget may become worthless due to poor video and image quality caused by a filthy lens. Therefore, you need to develop a routine cleaning schedule for the lenses.
Semi-Annual Inspections
You would better check all the cameras for problems. All connections with corrosion should be replaced. Corrosion can short out your equipment as well if it is not controlled. You must examine the power supply to ensure your system is not without power due to inclement weather, technical difficulties, etc. If you have backup power, check that the battery is charged and no warning lights are on.
No Vibration
You must also look for vibrations when searching for corrosion and damage indicators. Your camera must be positioned safely and without vibration. You must examine the camera placement and setup during your inspection to determine whether or not they meet your security requirements. Inspect the region to see if it interferes with the image quality and ensure the gadget is tight enough.
Replace Bad Accessories
If a camera’s image quality declines, replace the defective part before it stops working. In addition, look for any damaged components that need to be changed throughout the inspection. If you need to replace parts or accessories, it is best to do so from the same supplier or a reputable retailer.
Weatherproof
During your inspection, you must look for weather protection on the camera equipment. If you want it to last long, your CCTV system must be protected from the elements. Verify that your device’s enclosures are all waterproof.
Ensure your device’s housing is sealed, then inspect it for humidity, dirt, and moisture. Ensure that the device’s enclosure shields it from these dangerous substances. Long-term exposure to water and sunshine will also damage the camera. If the gadget can’t defeat them, this is even worse. If you set the cameras outside, you must protect them with a shed or an encasing.
Cables
Ensure your cables are connected before continuing. Unstuck cables and loose connections are frequent problems. Look for cables that exhibit symptoms of wear and tear and check your cable connections. This includes the cables that connect to your camera, DVR, and display.
Keep the Manual
The manuals need to be stored securely. Every CCTV camera you buy comes with a manual. Store it in a secure place where you can get to it anytime. Then, you can use it as a guide if the gadget has problems rather than contacting for assistance. Long-term, you can save money and time by doing this.
Lighting
Ensure there is enough lighting in crucial areas so that people can quickly identify suspects. There are high-quality cameras available that deliver sharp photographs at night. Another choice is to include CCTV illuminators to enhance exterior lighting.
Check System is Recording or Not
Each week, you should verify the recording capacity of your camera system. It is crucial to ascertain whether there is a problem with the system before a significant security incident to avoid discovering that there is no video of the incident.
A Final Say
Your CCTV system is more likely to break down early if you don’t keep up with its maintenance, leaving your property vulnerable and costing you a lot of money to repair. The team at Techspirit Solutions has provided all the information you need to know about the best practices for the longevity of CCTV maintenance. Contact us at info@techspirit.ca for CCTV Installation Service or consultation.
