How to Install a Security Camera with a Motion Sensor

Security cameras with motion sensors automaticallyprotect the sanctity of your office. Follow these
begin filming when they sense movement and stopsteps to install it.
when that motion ceases. This feature can save timeInstructions
when reviewing recorded footage, since you won't1. Step 1
have to sift through hours of empty footage. TheDecide in which room you will be installing the camera.
installation process varies depending on whether your1. Step 2
security camera is wireless or not.Decide the best angle for the camera.
Instructions1. Step 3
Things You'll Need:Decide how high off the floor you want the camera.
- Motion sensor camera1. Step 4
- ReceiverFind the mounting bracket that came with the
1. Step 1camera.
Select the location where you want to install your1. Step 5
security camera.Hold the mounting bracket in place with one hand and
1. Step 2use a pencil to mark the screw holes with the other
Keep in mind that the motion sensor will detect allhand.
movement, so make sure branches from trees and1. Step 6
bushes will not trigger the camera.Determine if the screw holes will be in a stud. Use a
1. Step 3stud finder from a home improvement store if
Mount the camera in the spot you have selected.necessary.
1. Step 41. Step 7
Attach wires, if required, to the camera.If you will not be screwing the screws into a stud,
1. Step 5you will need to use drywall anchor bolt
Set up the receiver you will be using, whether it's a1. Step 8
TV, VCR, monitor or computer.Use a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the screw
1. Step 6you will use to mount the bracket.
Test the motion sensor security camera to make1. Step 9
sure it is working properly.Predrill a hole into the stud or insert the drywall
Tips & Warningsanchor bolt into the drywall.
- If the location for your motion sensor security1. Step 10
camera is obstructed by trees or bushes, you mayHold the mounting bracket in place and insert the
want to do some landscaping. If your entrances arescrews into the predrilled holes or the drywall anchor
unlighted, you may also want to consider installingbolt.
lights with a motion sensor when you install your1. Step 11
security camera, which will not only make comingPlace the camera onto the mounting bracket.
home more convenient, but can also scare off1. Step 12
potential burglars who don't want to be seen.Plug the camera into the outlet.
How to Install a Video Surveillance Camera in a Home1. Step 13
Office Summary: steps for the installation of a videoSync the camera to the base station following the
surveillance cameramanufacturer's directions.
You can purchase a video surveillance camera to