[can-talk] security cameras

We installed security cameras when we refurbished in 1998/9. Our building is a 1930s heritage one, but the cameras are almost invisible - either white or black small hemispheres with cameras inside. Quite discreet, and we forget they are there usually.

But they are useful in keeping track of where people are in the gallery, particularly potentially naughty boys! I am glad we went for the more expensive option of colour as it helps in quickly identifying the area and the person. Ours are attached to 24 surveillance, and they have been particularly useful in identifying boys who have been up to no good in the adjoining Town Hall.
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Merle Hathaway
Director
Horsham Regional Art Gallery
80 Wilson Street, Horsham, Victoria 3400, Australia
(03) 5362 2880 t  (03) 5382 5407 f
Work mobile: 0447 595455
www.horshamartgallery.com.au
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Jennifer Thompson 
  To: can-talk at collectionsaustralia.net 
  Sent: Thursday, January 31, 2008 2:25 PM
  Subject: [can-talk] security cameras


  Hi all,

   

  I am hoping someone can help me - I am investigating security cameras for
  the Homestead at Bundanon. We already have a back to base security system
  but it has been decided to install security cameras as well. 

   

  Bundanon Homestead is an 1866 Georgian 2 storey house with two storey
  verandah at front. It is made primarily of sandstone and cedar and stands in
  close proximity to a 1840s kitchen and servants quarters all of which is in
  fairly constant use by staff and visitors. Arthur Boyd's 1981 studio is also
  in the grounds at the other end of the garden. This too would require
  cameras.

   

  I am reluctant to install them internally and so am hoping that exterior
  cameras will be sufficient for all the above mentioned buildings.

   

  My questions are:

  1. What sort of cameras should I be looking for?
  2. Who are the best suppliers (Sydney/ACT/Illawarra)?
  3. What other support is required in terms of power supply, PC/monitor,
  etc
  4. What triumphs and/or difficulties have people experienced in
  installation and continued use of security cameras in and around historic
  houses
  5. Any ideas on costs would also be welcome.

   

  Many thanks and I look forward to your feedback

   

  Cheers

  Jennifer

   

  Jennifer Thompson

  Collections & Exhibitions Manager

  BUNDANON

   

  A: PO Box 3343 North Nowra NSW 2541

  T: 02 4422 2100 / 020 4422 2900

  F: 02 4422 7190

  E: jennifer at bundanon.com.au

  W: www.bundanon.com.au

   





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