8 Functions of CCTV in Everyday Life: Total Security at Home, on the Road, and in the Office!

Of the myriad of transformative effects of technological development, one thing that is most obvious is that devices have become much more multifunctional. From instant translators while on vacation to selling through live streaming, what can't a smartphone do?

Thanks to smart home technology, now homes also do not want to be left behind in evolving. Like smart lighting which is now more than a light source, the function of CCTV has also become more than just monitoring the situation at the bank, or other business premises or properties.

The evolution of CCTV functions along with technological developments

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Short for closed circuit television , CCTV refers to a surveillance system in which broadcasts or video footage can only be accessed on a closed network . The definition of CCTV is the opposite of public television broadcasts which can be accessed by anyone as long as they have an antenna and a television.

This closed network used to be limited to a surveillance room connected directly to the camera with a physical cable. But with the development of technology, the way CCTV works has also changed.

With the chip embedded in the camera, CCTV can be connected to the internet and to the smart home ecosystem . No need to sit in a room full of monitors like in old Hollywood movies, monitoring CCTV is now as easy as streaming Netflix on a smartphone .

Not only for internet connection, this chip also enriches the camera with several 'smart' features. For example, smart CCTV can detect movement and sound, and alert its users by sending notifications via an application on a smartphone .

Examples of CCTV functions in everyday life

Well, these advanced features of smart cameras are also what contribute to the widespread use of CCTV. With security guards who do not need to be on standby 24 hours in front of the monitor, the use of CCTV can also be more popular.

Previously only to maintain security, the function and benefits of CCTV have slowly spread to other aspects of life. From preventing criminal acts before they occur to checking the behavior of pets at home, here are examples of CCTV functions in everyday life !

Prevent criminal acts before it's too late

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The primary function of CCTV in the home is for security, and this has not changed with the transition of CCTV to the smart home ecosystem . It's just that smart CCTV is now much more adept at preventing criminal acts before they occur .

When the Smart Camera Outdoor PTZ from BIOTA detects the sound or movement of an intruder, for example, the smart CCTV will send a notification to the smartphone . From there, users can choose from several available preventive actions.

Activating a siren to wake up an RT? Turning on the LED spotlight to catch an intruder red-handed? Warning a thief through the two-way audio feature ? Whether you're on vacation or working overtime at the office, everything can be done through the BIOTA application.

The thief is taking steps to escape? Don't worry, because the PTZ camera can rotate 360 ​​degrees and automatically follow the subject's movements as long as the thief is still within the camera's range.

Protects sensitive areas and valuables in the home

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For those who live alone, using cleaning services and air conditioning technicians to maintain the house is commonplace. Even though you have never experienced a strange incident, what's wrong with being careful and starting to use indoor smart CCTV at home?

Especially for those who store valuables at home, smart indoor CCTV can add a layer of security in sensitive areas . Whether you want a small CCTV that can be tucked into a shelf or a dome model that is installed on the ceiling to scare away 'nosy' guests, users just need to choose the appropriate model.

Don't worry about privacy, because smart CCTV can always keep its users' secrets. Just activate Private Mode, and the camera will immediately close its eyes and ears, so that the me time moment in the room can be kept sacred.

Helps monitor children's activities at home

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Mimin BIOTA has seen several colleagues who experience separation anxiety when transitioning to new parents. Even though there is a babysitter or other relatives at home to help, the turmoil in the heart is certainly difficult to extinguish.

Video calls can be a solution, but using CCTV at home can be more effective in reducing anxiety about leaving children at home . Just open the application on your smartphone , and parents can immediately check the condition of their children at home without having to wait for someone to answer the phone.

Motion and sound detection features are also useful for tracking hyperactive children. Children just got home from school or are playing on the terrace? CCTV will always send 'reports' in the form of notifications on smartphones !

As a provider of evidence for criminal acts

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Like the nickname 'only moving after going viral', security forces are not always reliable. If God forbid the house is still burglarized and becomes a victim of theft, the function of CCTV at home as a record keeper can help the process of enforcing justice .

Smart CCTV will automatically record video when it detects sound or movement, and this recording can be used as evidence when needed. For double-layered convenience, BIOTA admin recommends using CCTV with microSD storage and cloud storage options .

So even if the camera is vandalized, you can still take backup camera recordings from the cloud. BIOTA's outdoor CCTV cameras provide this option, but please note that this cloud storage service is subject to additional costs outside the camera, yes.

Documentation of pet behavior

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50% of the videos of magical pet behavior on YouTube are candid moments that happen to be caught by CCTV. Well, for pet parents who are interested in seeing what magical pet behavior is like at home, the function of CCTV at home can also include being a pet camera .

With 360-degree horizontal rotation capability, Smart Camera Indoor PTZ can continue to follow pets who are having fun at home. If pets do something naughty, pet parents can also give a gentle warning via two-way audio .

Despite the distance, communication through this camera can also help pets who have a tendency towards separation anxiety . So when stressed at the office, pet parents and pets can relieve their longing by chatting through smart CCTV.

Helps regulate traffic flow

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Road users in Indonesia are certainly familiar with the Regional Traffic Management Center (RTMC) owned by the Regional Police. Through hundreds of smart CCTVs spread across the roads, the police can obtain important information about the road situation during rush hour.

There is a demonstration or accident on a regular road? RTMC can process and provide information in real-time , so that BIOTA admin can immediately anticipate by choosing an alternative route without having to go back and forth to check the navigation application.

Now, smart CCTV is also starting to take over the duties of the Traffic Corps (Korlantas) in ticketing naughty road users. Forgot to wear a helmet or seat belt? Don't be surprised if you suddenly get a love message from the police, okay!

Maintaining relationships with regular package couriers

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As a true connector of hope, the role of parcel couriers in the wheels of the Indonesian economy cannot be replaced. But the compensation of parcel couriers is often not commensurate with the workload, and the BIOTA admin tries to at least always be polite to the regular couriers.

Well, the problem is that BIOTA admins also have to work, so they can't always roll out the red carpet for couriers. The solution is to use a Smart Wireless Doorbell equipped with a camera and microphone for two-way communication.

Mimin BIOTA also often encounters package couriers who often hesitate to open the gate, even though there are chairs on the terrace of the house to leave the package. Well, two-way audio on the doorbell camera is also useful for explaining things like this.

Keeping the situation conducive in the office

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It's countless how many times the BIOTA admin has read news about the behavior of 'people's representatives' in the DPR building whose behavior is strange. From sleeping soundly to being caught watching 'adult' material, what other strange things have not been caught on CCTV in the DPR meeting room?

Indeed, the function of CCTV in the office is to help maintain a conducive situation in the work environment . Mimin BIOTA has even seen firsthand the case of a lost office laptop charger which was finally resolved thanks to CCTV.

Moreover, if the office also includes a server room or data center , CCTV can prevent potential corporate espionage or vandalism. As several Ministers have stated, data has become gold in this modern world.

CCTV functions in everyday life

Nowadays, the function of CCTV which was originally purely to ward off thieves, has gradually expanded. From pet cameras to guarding sensitive areas in the room, BIOTA Smart Home is ready to meet all the needs of smart CCTV at home.

With expert technician installation options and user-friendly applications with easy setup process, no need for a Bachelor of Engineering degree just to operate BIOTA smart CCTV. Checkout now and start upgrading your home into a futuristic smart home!

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