Alarm System vs CCTV — What Protects Your Home Better? Security System Comparison Alarm System vs CCTV — What Protects Your Home Better? The age-old debate: Do you want to catch the burglar, or stop them from entering in the first place? We break down why you need both. When homeowners decide to invest in […]
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CCTV Storage Explained — How Many Days You Actually Need Technical Guide CCTV Storage Explained — How Many Days You Actually Need Terabytes, codecs, and frame rates. We demystify the jargon to help you choose the right hard drive for your security system. You’ve bought the cameras, you’ve chosen the locations, but now comes the
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Hikvision vs Dahua: Professional CCTV Comparison for Australian Homes, Shops & Businesses Real installer insights from Melbourne – which brand is safer, better value, and right for your house, shop, or commercial site. Quick Summary ✓ Dahua usually offers the best value for homes and shops. ✓ Hikvision is often preferred on larger, analytics-heavy
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NVR Overheating or Loud Fan Noise? Here’s How to Fix It Safely NVR Overheating or Loud Fan Noise? Here’s How to Fix It Safely Your NVR (Network Video Recorder) is the central hub of your CCTV system. It works day and night recording footage and keeping your property protected. When it becomes too hot or
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Dahua DMSS Not Showing Video? Easy Fixes for “Camera Offline” (2025) Dahua DMSS Not Showing Video? Easy Fixes for “Camera Offline” (2025) If your Dahua DMSS app says “Camera Offline” or the screen is black, don’t panic. Most of the time nothing is broken. It’s usually the internet, the app connection, or a simple power/cable
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Video Intercoms vs Smart Doorbells — Melbourne Guide At a home’s front entry, convenience, safety, and the look of your façade come together. Two technologies dominate: a video intercom (IP or modern 2-wire digital) and a smart doorbell. Both deliver live video and two-way talk, but they differ in wiring, reliability, expandability, and how they
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Brighton, Elwood, Hampton, Gardenvale & St Kilda East Safety Comparison Choosing the right suburb in Melbourne’s southeast is about more than just lifestyle and prestige—it’s about safety, resilience, and peace of mind. Brighton and its neighboring suburbs—Elwood, Hampton, Gardenvale, and St Kilda East—are popular for their leafy streets, beaches, and vibrant communities. But in 2024,
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Integrated Smart Security — Sipko Security James and Eliza had just moved into their new Brighton home. It wasn’t the stunning marble kitchen or ocean-facing balcony that impressed them most—it was how the home seemed to know them. Lights tracked the afternoon sun, blinds responded to voice commands, and their music followed them from room
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Integrated Smart Security — Sipko Security James and Eliza had just moved into their new Brighton home. It wasn’t the stunning marble kitchen or ocean-facing balcony that impressed them most—it was how the home seemed to know them. Lights tracked the afternoon sun, blinds responded to voice commands, and their music followed them from room
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Home & Business Security in Brighton When the Johnson family left their Brighton home for a long weekend, they locked the door and thought they were safe. But the overgrown hedges, unlit driveway, and lack of visible security made the house look empty and easy. By Sunday night, a rear window had been forced and
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