Sound input - Microphones

Some analogue cameras have built-in microphones that you can connect to a sound input. Unfortunately, it is not possible to access audio streams from network cameras.

If you need separate microphones, it is recommended that you use line level microphones, which are available from most CCTV retailers.

Line level microphones contain a pre-amp which requires power, so check that a 12v power supply and a combined power and audio cable are included with the microphone. Some cables have two power connectors, in which case you can connect a microphone and an analogue camera with the same cable.

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SecuritySpy Installation Manual

Overview

Choosing a system
    Types of camera
    Progressive scan
    System demands

Example systems
    Budget
    Home or small business
    Professional

Network cameras
    Choosing network cameras
    Network hardware
    Ethernet cabling
    Local networks
    Setting up network cameras
    Setting up wireless cameras
    Network camera notes

Analogue cameras
    Analogue cabling
    Quad processors
    Choosing input hardware
    PCI input cards
    Firewire inputs
    USB inputs
    Network video servers

FireWire or USB cameras

Sound input
    Microphones

Remote monitoring
    Set up guide
    Internet connection
    Public IP addresses
    Setting up your router

Triggering actions

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