How to Choose Lights for Security, Surveillance Systems

Lighting a space at night is critical not only for capturing high-quality surveillance footage but also for deterring crime. Whether you’re managing a large-scale commercial site or upgrading a home security setup, the right lighting can significantly enhance overall protection.

Below are key considerations to help you select the best lighting for your security system.
Wavelength

Choose the Right Light Type: Infrared, White, or Hybrid

Power Input

Match the Light’s Power Input to Your System

Range & Angle

Match your camera’s field of view (FOV) to the light’s range & angle.

Solar Powered Lighting Basics: An Essential Guide

Understanding Solar Powered Lighting Systems

Solar-powered lighting harnesses energy from the sun’s rays through photovoltaic cells in solar panels. Throughout the day, this energy is accumulated and stored in a battery, which then powers the lights during nighttime. The duration of illumination, based on a single day’s solar charge, depends on the efficiency of the solar panels and the capacity of the battery storage.

Security Lighting Plan Design Tips

Tips and resources for planning your site’s security lighting. We can also design a free lighting plan for you, or offer you instructions on how to match your lighting to your security camera’s capabilities.

STEP ONE

Determine your site’s security lighting requirements.

STEP TWO

Understand your camera’s capabilities and field of view (FOV).

STEP THREE

Choose the lights that match the required coverage.

STEP FOUR

Design a lighting plan for your site. See the lighting plan tips below.

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