CCTV FAQ's

  • Are the cameras weatherproof?
  • Yes to IP44.
  • Can I record the picture?
  • Yes, by connecting to a standard VHS recorder or by connecting to a DVR(Digital Video Recorder) GCCTV10DVR.
  • Can I see pictures from all the cameras on screen together?
  • No, you will need a quad screen monitor.
  • How many cameras can I run on the system?
  • GET wired Multi-Camera and Wireless camera systems, up to 4.
  • GET Motorised tilt/pan Multi-Camera CCTV system, up to 3
  • Can I add additional CCTV cameras to the system?
  • Yes, if you have a multi-camera or wireless camera system.
  • Will any CCTV camera work with my 4 way control unit?
  • No, only GET CCTV cameras.
  • Can I see a picture when it's dark?
  • Yes, up to 2 metres away, although we recommend additional lighting be installed.
  • My colour camera does not give me a picture in the dark
  • You may need additional lighting.
  • Can I mix colour and black & white cameras on my multi-camera system?
  • Yes
  • Will the camera start my video automatically?
  • No, you will have to manually set up to record. Alternatively, you could use the DVR (GCCTV10DVR).
  • Is the camera lens adjustable
  • No, preset 0.5 to infinity.
  • The scart socket on my TV is in use
  • You will need a scart splitter.
  • Will the PIR sensor work through a window?
  • No.
  • The length of cable supplied on my CCTV camera is too long. Can I cut it shorter?
  • No, under no circumstances should this cable be cut. Coil excess cable neatly.
  • Will the DVR record pictures automatically?
  • Depending on how you set up the programming, the DVR will record automatically on movement seen through the camera lens either as a single frame JPEG (still image) or as an AVI video file.
  • How many cameras can I use on the DVR?
  • The DVR has the facility to connect two cameras. The recording function is only on the camera being shown on screen.
  • Can the DVR recording be used as evidence?
  • Yes, the DVR imprints the Time & Date. On each activation, storage of recording is direct onto a 64Mb SD memory card. This can be played back onto a TV or with a memory card reader directly onto a PC or MAC.