[Hidden-tech] Motion-detectors, camera suggestions, safety

[nestor at fuzzy-math.com]

Why not combine the two and use motion-activated photo/video.  If you  
already have a canon camera, this can be accomplished via the  
alternate firmware package called CHDK.  With CHDK installed(does not  
replace your original firmware, and is easily uninstalled), you can  
load scripts which will detect motion and snap shots or videos.  You  
may want to consider IR illumination for "night vision"  which will  
not be visible to the intruder, or pair this with motion activated  
lighting. You also have the option of purchasing a camera suited to  
CCTV and security applications and hooking it to a vcr, DVR, or  
computer.  Some security DVRs have motion detection, but you could  
also record at a low framerate and get hours of footage out of a few  
gigs of storage.


On Dec 30, 2009, at 10:01 AM, Owen Freeman-Daniels wrote:

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> In light of the recent fires that have taken place in Northampton  
> that are suspected arson, there has been much chatter about the  
> installation of motion-detecting flood lights on the porches and  
> homes of Northampton residents. Another suggestion has been the use  
> of video cameras running during the night. Some are talking about  
> positioning them inside their homes looking outward, others are  
> talking about setting them up on their properties looking into the  
> street.
>
> Does anyone at Hidden-Tech have suggestions for a good video camera  
> useful for these types of purposes?  Outdoor ones might need some  
> durability to withstand the elements. I also have heard about a  
> video camera that only turns on when it detects motion-- I wonder  
> how well those work or if anyone has had experience with them.   
> Another matter to consider is the duration of a recording-- possibly  
> 6+ hours. Again, if anyone has any suggestions or experience with  
> observation video cameras, it would be greatly appreciated.
> Owen Freeman-Daniels
> Ward 3 Neighborhood Association
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