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In this article I will take a comprehensive look at the Professional Dummy Camera; specifications, features, advantages, disadvantages, and test results. This will give you the information you need to make an informed decision.

Specifications:

· Measures 10 ¾” long, with rain shield measures 12 ¾” x 4″ round.
· Operates on 2 “AA” batteries

Features:

· Flashing LED
· Real video cable
· Weather proof aluminum housing
· Fully adjustable mounting bracket
· Easy to install and comes with mounting Hardware

Advantages:

· Inexpensive solution to deter criminals against thefts, break-ins, and vandalism.
· A great way to offset the cost of a surveillance system especially when used in unison with a monitored CCTV system.
· Installation takes less than thirty minutes.
· Most people’s behavior changes when they think they are being monitored; decreases criminal activity.
· The ability to add a camera in areas difficult to get power and cables to.
· Works well for all kinds businesses, and homes.

Disadvantages:

· When using only fake cameras; if discovered it can lead to increased criminal activity.
· Installing dummy cameras can give you a false sense of security possible leading you to slack off in your vigilance.
· If it doesn’t deter criminal activity you have no proof or means to see who committed the crime.

Test Results:

· As a member of a local Rotary club one of the community service projects we do is graffiti abatement. After painting over the graffiti at a local storage facility 4 times only to see the graffiti return within 2 days every time, I offered to provide and install a professional dummy camera for them. I was a little skeptical and drove by the facility everyday for two weeks; much to my surprise no graffiti. Now it has been 2 months and the graffiti artists have not returned. I can honestly say in this instance it worked awesome.

Conclusion:

· Dummy or fake security cameras have many advantages and can work effectively if used in the correct way. You will find they are most effective in cutting costs on an overall surveillance system or deterring vandalism. I would highly recommend the use of these cameras; they are an asset to any persons or businesses security strategy. Remember the best time to learn your lesson about personal security and self defense is before something happens.

Adam Sisterhen is the president of Your Personal Security Store and author of personal security and self defense articles. He is a proud advocate and a firm believer in personal security and self defense products that help protect you, your family and your loved ones.

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Regards, Adam Sisterhen