CCTV camera

[crash_88]

i didnt know we need approvals for installing cctv in the house... (so do we need approvals for a webcam as well? lol) anyway, it's just one of the laws that's around but not strongly enforced... who cares?

 

[derrickgoh]

i didnt know we need approvals for installing cctv in the house... (so do we need approvals for a webcam as well? lol) anyway, it's just one of the laws that's around but not strongly enforced... who cares?

Typical govt logic. HDB flats are on LOAN to you even if you buy it. Because at the end of the days its PUBLIC housing i.e. property of HDB. So everything you do needs permission. Why do you think you even have to apply for a permit to renovate your own flat?

 

[instaxfilms]

Hihi! Did you installed from SG-CCTV instead? I am looking around for cctv for home and came across Innotec Ultimo HD CCTV Surveillance and Innotec Value Secure Home CCTV Surveillance. Seems like they have quite good client base, even M Hotel and Tim Ho Wan has their CCTV installed by them. Has anybody tried Innotec CCTV?

I got to know about them from my friend who installed and he mentioned the service was great and installation took 2-3 hours only. Anyone has idea how long will installation take? Your advise would be greatly appreciated!!!

 

[the_gryffindor]

Try Piper. It's got petty good reviews. getpiper.com

 

[man@work]

CCTV Camera

Hi there, I need some advise as I need to help my friend in Malaysia to install a cctv cameras in their house thru DIY. Any recommendation trusted shops at Sim Lim Square at reasonable price & warranty claims?

 

[HeeroYuy84]

Can install between the door and gate not? Coverage is just your own corridoor

Can the police / neighbor claim footage from you even if no crime?

 

[derrickgoh]

Can install between the door and gate not? Coverage is just your own corridoor

Can the police / neighbor claim footage from you even if no crime?

Have asked HDB before and basically their reply is regardless of whether you install outside or inside your flat, you need their permission. That's right, even if INSIDE your flat.

HDB will liaise with police to see the reason you need CCTV and a TEMPORARY permit is given. For e.g. if you say got loan shark and have made police report and after liaise with police HDB say ok, you can install for 3 months, or 6 months or whatever period HDB says. After that must take down. If still got loan shark then you must apply again.

For outside the flat its hard to flout this as anytime HDB can check. Even if your neighbour don't object, if someone from HDB or town council happen to see and the fellow kaypoh, he can go and check if your unit have applied for permit and if no, then they will come and question you.

For inside the flat I don't think anyone gives a sh*t about HDB rules. I know MANY people install CCTV in their flats whether is to keep an eye on the maid, or to see if got intruders. HDB has better things to do then randomly go around to see if flat owners have "illegally" installed CCTV inside their flats.

Personally, I think its really stupid to have these rules. As far as outside the flat is concerned, as long as your CCTV don't aim directly at the neighbour's door, it should be allowed. Personally, I will be very grateful if my neighbour has a CCTV outside his flat because it makes my flat safer too.

When a potential thief sees a CCTV around, chances are he will avoid breaking into flats near that area in case he gets caught.

But we all know what the govt and govt linked organisations are like. They think they are damn smart. No matter what you say they will not listen.

 

[ah_cheng1882]

For areas outside the flat, privacy issues arise since we would be covering common areas. Hence, the ruling not to allow CCTVs to cover common areas.

Have asked HDB before and basically their reply is regardless of whether you install outside or inside your flat, you need their permission. That's right, even if INSIDE your flat.

HDB will liaise with police to see the reason you need CCTV and a TEMPORARY permit is given. For e.g. if you say got loan shark and have made police report and after liaise with police HDB say ok, you can install for 3 months, or 6 months or whatever period HDB says. After that must take down. If still got loan shark then you must apply again.

For outside the flat its hard to flout this as anytime HDB can check. Even if your neighbour don't object, if someone from HDB or town council happen to see and the fellow kaypoh, he can go and check if your unit have applied for permit and if no, then they will come and question you.

For inside the flat I don't think anyone gives a sh*t about HDB rules. I know MANY people install CCTV in their flats whether is to keep an eye on the maid, or to see if got intruders. HDB has better things to do then randomly go around to see if flat owners have "illegally" installed CCTV inside their flats.

Personally, I think its really stupid to have these rules. As far as outside the flat is concerned, as long as your CCTV don't aim directly at the neighbour's door, it should be allowed. Personally, I will be very grateful if my neighbour has a CCTV outside his flat because it makes my flat safer too.

When a potential thief sees a CCTV around, chances are he will avoid breaking into flats near that area in case he gets caught.

But we all know what the govt and govt linked organisations are like. They think they are damn smart. No matter what you say they will not listen.

 

[derrickgoh]

For areas outside the flat, privacy issues arise since we would be covering common areas. Hence, the ruling not to allow CCTVs to cover common areas.

Well you can aim the CCTV to right in front of your door so there is no privacy issues but even then they don't allow it

 

[testingabc]

I tried using SpadeSolution services, they have good price and services

this company use which brand? china one?

 

[adesmond2]

I saw a good deal for CCTV at www dot sg-sricam dot com

The only thing is no trucking and drilling services..
That means we need to DIY..

 

[testingabc]

I saw a good deal for CCTV at www dot sg-sricam dot com

The only thing is no trucking and drilling services..
That means we need to DIY..

DIY can go buy those ready made cables, just plug and go mah easy leh. sls got a lot of shops selling but must find good ones. now cameras go HD liao but not cheap unless you get china ones

 

[slurpy0099]

DIY can go buy those ready made cables, just plug and go mah easy leh. sls got a lot of shops selling but must find good ones. now cameras go HD liao but not cheap unless you get china ones

what kind of cable to buy? What is the name called?

 

[pricklepantz]

What are some good brands for DIY with 2 wireless cameras and with iOS app to view it?

Thanks for recommending

 

[carlover76]

What are some good brands for DIY with 2 wireless cameras and with iOS app to view it?

Thanks for recommending

Nowadays, no point getting those wired CCTV, I am thinking of that initially but change to IP Camera instead, easy to setup and less wiring.

 

[slurpy0099]

Nowadays, no point getting those wired CCTV, I am thinking of that initially but change to IP Camera instead, easy to setup and less wiring.

Hi I am using wireless and wants to change to wired.

I find wireless very unstable. Many times cannot view online and the power can be easily switch off by anyone.

 

[carlover76]

Hi I am using wireless and wants to change to wired.

I find wireless very unstable. Many times cannot view online and the power can be easily switch off by anyone.

I see. So far having no issue with Dlink IP camera and I will pull the power cable of the camera from outside and connect to the 3 pin socket inside my house so nobody can switch off the camera.

Besides, I dun like the messy cables from the camera and the HDD Recorder, the power consumption will increase also.

 

[slurpy0099]

I see. So far having no issue with Dlink IP camera and I will pull the power cable of the camera from outside and connect to the 3 pin socket inside my house so nobody can switch off the camera.

Besides, I dun like the messy cables from the camera and the HDD Recorder, the power consumption will increase also.

Your modem is at the living room near the door?

Am also concern Abt maid offing the power of the camera in the house

Ur dlink allow u to keep recording via harddisk?

 

[pricklepantz]

Nowadays, no point getting those wired CCTV, I am thinking of that initially but change to IP Camera instead, easy to setup and less wiring.

oh ya, I'm eyeing for wireless one but see here, someone wants to go from wireless to wired lol

may be brands matter ...

 

[carlover76]

Your modem is at the living room near the door?

Am also concern Abt maid offing the power of the camera in the house

Ur dlink allow u to keep recording via harddisk?

My router will be at the living room just a distance away from the door so a good router is also important with better wireless signals.

My new house will have the power socket installed somewhere above the door area at the corner so the maid will not have any access easily.

It is ok to store the video in the camera as I do not want more devices to be running 24/7 which increase power consumption.