Resources

Camera Lens Field of View Calculator

Use this FOV calculator to help you in determining which lens is right for your security application.

Field of View Comparison Tool

Choose from multiple scenarios and focal lengths to compare camera lenses and find the lens that will work for your application.

Volts / Watts / Amps Conversion Tool

Use this tool to calculate either the volts, watts or amps if two of the values are known.

Voltage Drop Calculator

Calculates the final voltage for each cable gauge.

Wire Gauge Calculator

Enter the watts or voltamps of the equipment you want to power in order to determine the maximum distance you can go using a 24 volt transformer.

DVR Storage Calculator for Analog Security Cameras

Use this calculator to determine just how much storage space you will need for your surveillance system.

NVR Storage Calculator for Network IP Security Cameras

Use this tool to determine how much hard drive storage space you will need for your network IP surveillance system.

Network IP Security Camera System Bandwidth Calculator

Use the calculator below to calculate bandwidth or system load for optimal performance of your network IP security system.

Video Frame Rate Comparison Tool

Use this tool to compare video frame rate settings on video security DVR products. See how lowering the frame rate setting affects the smoothness of video on video security surveillance DVR products.

Glossary of Video Security and Surveillance Terms

Cut through the jargon and understand what the most common acronyms and video surveillance terms mean.

Video Security Learning Center

Articles and guides to help you get the most out of your video surveillance system and video security cameras.