A burglar is evaluating your home as a possible break-in site, what would deter him from smashing one of your windows and invading your home? One of the best anti-theft devices for your money is a fake security camera.
Fake security cameras, also called ‘dummy’ cameras protect property from theft and vandalism. The security is not in the actual functioning camera system but in the assumption, the property is monitored by a functioning camera surveillance system. Is it not the same tactic as posting a ‘BEWARE OF DOG’ sign or a security system sticker in the window, or a blow up man with salt and pepper hair, sitting in the living room reading a newspaper? According to research, fake security systems work.
Fake security cameras simulate real surveillance cameras. Often, they boast a flashing red light, or led, which indicates ‘record mode’, or have motion sensor auto-motion, or a device attached to the lens capable of simulating a zoom function. All these features make fake security cameras seem real and therefore reliable security devices.
The only purpose outdoor wireless security cameras serve is to give the illusion of real recorded surveillance, so they are best utilized deterring possible theft and vandalism from lesser, non-professional criminals. For example, good environments for fake security cameras would be restaurants, outside private homes, in schoolyards or convenience stores.
Some researchers suggest professional crooks have the ability to recognize dummy cameras by the opaque plastic used in place of the lens. In higher risk locations such as banks, money wiring facilities and county buildings, real security cameras should be installed.
Security camera stores sell kits, which include four fake, and four real cameras at a considerable discount to the consumer. The four dummy cameras do not record any visual information however, look and act like real cameras. In some cases, fake security cameras are used to enhance an operating camera surveillance system, as they increase the effect with less maintenance and lower overall cost. One store owner claimed thieves in his store would see the motion sensor dummy camera so they would turn away from it and then pocket something – caught ‘red handed’ on video by the actual security device.
Prices start at only $5 for a fake security camera. If you feel the need for protection at your home or business, it may be time to try a fake camera security plan.
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