Contents Why video cameras? Why NOT video cameras? Good applications versus poor applications To monitor or not to monitor Color versus black-and-white cameras Fixed versus pan-tilt-zoom cameras Hardwired versus wireless systems A more technical discussion of formats, resolution, pixels, lenses, and field of view Camera housings Placement and mounting Lighting requirements and nighttime applications Covert cameras Maintenance and expected lifespan Price ranges Going out on bid for equipment and system maintenance contracts Signage for use of cameras on school grounds Legal aspects of the use of video cameras in schools Return to Chapter 2 Main Page Previous Contents Next Research Report: The Appropriate and Effective Use of Security Technologies in U.S. Schools
