A CCTV system consists of a camera, lens, monitor and recorder. The camera/cameras pick up the images, which are then transmitted then to a recording device and then a monitor.
CCTV stands for closed-circuit television and is commonly known as video surveillance. ... CCTV networks are commonly used to detect abnormal activities, and record traffic infractions, but they have other uses.
A fire alarm system warns people when smoke, fire, carbon monoxide or other fire-related emergencies are detected. These alarms may be activated automatically from smoke detectors, and heat detectors or may also be activated via manual fire alarm activation devices such as manual call points or pull stations.
A public address system (PA system) is an electronic system comprising microphones, amplifiers, loudspeakers, and related equipment. It increases the apparent volume (loudness) of a human voice, musical instrument, or other acoustic sound source or recorded sound or music.
Video Analytics Technology: Turning CCTV Cameras Into Proactive Tools. Video analytics or intelligent video surveillance technology uses software to automatically identify specific objects, behavior or attitudes in video footage. It is basically used for intrusion detection.