CCTV stands for 'closed-circuit television', which is more commonly known as video surveillance. CCTV cameras provide monitoring and recording of their surroundings 24/7 and provide valuable data during a criminal or antisocial incident.
There are numerous benefits to installing CCTV:
- Deter criminal activity
- Deter antisocial behaviour
- 24/7 monitoring of the surrounding area
- Recording of incidents provides valuable information
- Increase staff/resident/occupant/public safety
- Increase overall building security
The current lead time on CCTV installation is between 7-14 days. Our experienced technicians will come to your premises and offer a comprehensive installation service.
The cost of CCTV installation depends on the size of your system. For a comprehensive quote that details the cost of your CCTV system and the price of installation, contact our team today.
The time for installation depends on the size of the system. Installation can take anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days. For an exact estimation based on the size of your premises and the number of cameras, call us today on 1300 944 022.
Typically, CCTV systems keep CCTV footage for between 30 and 90 days. This ensures that if an incident occurs, you have a month's worth of recordings to rely on. If an incident occurs, you can save and download the footage and store it for as long as you need it. For exact details about CCTV systems and their unique features, contact the SGV Electrical & Security Team today.
There are differences in the way analogue and digital CCTV cameras collect and record their data. Analogue cameras record images which must be converted to digital format. To view the video captured by analogue cameras, the DVR must be connected to a router or monitor. To be viewed remotely, it must be broadcast through an internal network.
DVR stands for digital video recorder. This is a set-top box with an inbuilt hard drive designed to record your CCTV footage. It allows you to watch your footage back and retrieve it whenever you need it.
Not all security cameras are built equal! This simple table will help you to interpret the size, megapixels, and resolution of your CCTV cameras. We will advise camera resolutions according to your specific requirements to help keep costs down!
| Camera Size | Megapixels (MP) | Resolutions |
| Full HD-Standard | 2MP | 1080p (1920x1080) |
| Super HD or Quad HD | 4MP | 2560x1440 |
| Super HD or Quad HD | 5MP and 6MP | 2560x1920 and 3072x2048 |
| 4K (Ultra HD!) | 8MP | 3840x2160 |
Night vision is an essential feature that you should opt for when selecting security cameras. Modern CCTV technology offers excellent night vision properties that allow you to monitor your premises 24/7. Before you purchase CCTV, always check to ensure they offer night vision. At SGV Electrical & Security, we offer CCTV products with this feature.
To book your CCTV system installation, call SGV Electrical & Security today on 1300 944 022.

