How to Choose the Right CCTV System for Your Business in Sri Lanka

Start with what you need to see

The most common CCTV mistake is buying cameras before deciding what they must capture. Walk your site and list the critical points: entrances, cash counters, car parks, loading bays, perimeters and corridors. For each, decide whether you need to detect activity, recognise a person or identify a face or number plate — each needs a different camera and position.

IP or analogue HD?

IP cameras deliver higher resolution, smart analytics and flexible network cabling, and are the right choice for most new business installations. Analogue HD can be a cost-effective upgrade where good coaxial cabling already exists. We help you choose based on your site, not a sales target.

Choosing camera types

• Bullet cameras — long-range views of perimeters and car parks.
• Dome cameras — discreet, vandal-resistant indoor and outdoor coverage.
• PTZ cameras — pan, tilt and zoom for large open areas.
• Fisheye cameras — 360° views of rooms and lobbies.
• ANPR cameras — dedicated number-plate capture at gates.

Recording, retention and remote viewing

Decide how many days of footage you must keep — 30 days is common for businesses. Recording space depends on camera count, resolution and motion settings, so your NVR should be sized properly. Insist on secure remote viewing through a mobile app with strong passwords and up-to-date firmware.

Installation makes the difference

Even the best camera fails if it is badly positioned, poorly powered or exposed to the weather. Professional installation means correct angles, protected cabling, surge protection, tested night performance and proper handover training. With more than 145 CCTV projects completed, our engineers know what works in Sri Lanka's climate. See our CCTV solutions.

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