16-10-2025 18:19:39 in General by Admin
Modern Hikvision cameras normally record colour video; this footage is essential for identifying details like clothing or vehicle colours. If your HikVision camera is showing only black-and-white images (especially during the daytime), the colour mode is likely disabled or overridden. This occurrence can happen due to low light, night mode settings, or sensor issues. In this guide, we explain the ...
07-10-2025 17:47:38 in General by Admin
One of the biggest brands of surveillance cameras in the world is Hikvision, which specialises in high-resolution cameras with advanced features. In this UK-orientated review, we examine their performance, value-wise, and legal situation.
The cameras of Hikvision (such as the example below) usually have sharp images and intelligent technology (such as ColourVu full-colour night vision) They are...
28-09-2025 14:02:12 in General by Admin
One common confusion in the UK CCTV market is the ColorVu and the AcuSense technologies manufactured by Hikvision. ColorVu is a true-color night vision imaging feature, and AcuSense is a smart detection of analytics.
Each takes a separate use:
ColorVu is an app designed to record bright color shots even in absolute darkness, and AcuSense relies on deep learning to tell users each shot of a perso...
20-09-2025 18:13:42 in General by Admin
Choosing the right CCTV system is a crucial decision for UK businesses. Two popular options are IP CCTV (digital network cameras) and HD CCTV (high-definition analogue cameras). Each has its pros and cons in terms of image quality, installation, features and cost.
This blog explains what each system is and compares them, helping you decide which suits your needs—from budget constraints to...
16-09-2025 19:54:12 in General by Admin
Modern CCTV users want clear, identifiable video 24/7, and Hikvision’s ColorVu technology is a big step toward that. ColorVu 3.0 is the latest generation of full-color night-vision for Hikvision’s Pro-series cameras. Unlike ordinary security cameras that turn monochrome at night, ColorVu 3.0 still records in vivid color even in dim conditions. It uses a large F1.0 aperture lens and a v...
09-09-2025 18:33:27 in General by Admin
CCTV (closed-circuit television) systems often need to send analog video signals over long distances. A CCTV balun is a handy device that lets you use standard Ethernet cable (Cat5e/Cat6) instead of traditional coaxial cable for camera signals.
The term “balun” comes from “balanced-unbalanced”: baluns are devices that convert an unbalanced video signal (like from a BNC/c...
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05-09-2025 14:51:25 in General by Admin
The type of cable used is a significant consideration when it comes to a CCTV or IP security camera system. Security cameras in the UK and elsewhere typically connect with Ethernet (network) cables such as CAT5 cable (typically Cat5e) or CAT6 cable.
Both of these support data and power (PoE) to your cameras, but Cat6 cables usually support higher bandwidth and higher resistance to interference th...
31-08-2025 17:11:12 in General by Admin
The BNC connector (Bayonet Neill–Concelman) is a miniature radio-frequency coaxial connector widely used in CCTV. It features a bayonet locking mechanism – the male plug has two lugs that insert into the female jack and lock with a quarter-turn twist.
This quick-connect design provides a secure, vibration-resistant connection (no screws to work loose). BNCs come in 50?Ω and 75...
30-08-2025 16:33:27 in General by Admin
CCTV technology is advancing rapidly to meet growing security demands and leverage new digital capabilities. Modern systems go well beyond grainy analog footage – they now feature high-resolution sensors, powerful computer vision, and network connectivity. For example, London’s Mayor funded an upgrade of 300 new high-definition cameras (with sharper low-light coverage) across the city....
21-08-2025 15:35:29 in General by Admin
3K vs 4K CCTV: Understanding the Difference and Benefits
When choosing a security camera, resolution matters a lot. 3K cameras (around 2960×1665 pixels, roughly a 5MP image) offer a modern 16:9 format with good detail. In contrast, 4K (Ultra HD) delivers about 3840×2160 pixels (≈8MP), four times the detail of 1080. In plain terms, a 4K CCTV image is much sharper: you can clearly...
