Installing a high-quality surveillance system through a place like Enhanced Telecommunications and Data is only the start. Maintaining the system is another component, as how well you maintain the system determines how long it lasts and most importantly, how well it functions. Fortunately, this isn't some difficult task to complete. Here are just some of the steps you want to take to protect your system.
Examine Housing
To protect the internal components of the camera system, the camera's housing must remain intact. As part of your examination, you want to open the camera housing. When inside you're looking for any signs of dirt or rust or corrosion. The presence of any of these substances is an indication that the housing is not sealed and needs to be replaced. Failure to do could result in permanent damage.
Clean The Lenses
It's also a good idea to keep the lenses clean. For outdoor cameras, water-spots from rain, dirt and other organic matter can all buildup on the lenses. For indoor cameras, dust and smudges are common. Whatever the case, if the lens is dirty, the camera won't be able to capture the image clearly so a clean lens is important. Make sure you aren't using a household cleaner to do so. Compressed air and a clean, microfiber cloth are better options to clean the glass.
Inspect Your Lights
Make it a regular habit to inspect the lights around your cameras. Unless you have a system equipped with night vision, you will need to rely on these lights to illuminate the space around the camera to capture your images. If the lights go out, you can't accomplish this. Simply making it common practice to ensure the lights are all working properly and replacing them when necessary is key.
Maintain Your Hardware
It doesn't matter how efficiently the cameras are working, if there is a problem with the hardware, you won't be able to review the captured data. Always ensure the hardware is protected. Start by keeping the housing clean. Dust and dirt can get inside the system and cause internal damage. Additionally, if you don't have a self-cycling system, you will need to manually delete old data. Failure to do so can flood the memory and cause you to lose any newly captured images.
Make certain you're protecting your surveillance system. In the event of a problem with your system, ensure you are relying on a professional to correct the issue and ensure the camera is functioning properly.
