Many companies have used dummy cameras for years to detour thieves. You see signs at many businesses that say you are under surveillance and camera's are in use. This does not always mean that all cameras are recording at all times. Some companies only have a dummy camera while other companies use real cameras and dummy cameras.

Not only do the cameras look identical to the functioning surveillance camera, they have cords and cables plugged into them to give a sense of operation. Some fake cameras also have LED's that flash giving the appearance of recording. The major selling point to a dummy camera is price- they sell for about $20-$40 compared to $150 and up to the thousands of dollars for a single professional grade surveillance cam.

You never know what camera is recording you and when. A dummy camera looks just like a real one and is placed in plain view. Some companies like to have a fake camera out in the open and a real camera recording somewhere that you can not see it.

If someone is trying to steal something and they see a camera they will be worried about that camera when there is another that is actually catching all the action. Fake cameras should only be used as a deterrent and not a measure of security.

If you are using fake cameras as your only security measure you should look into getting something else added to protect yourself and your business or home. You can buy several different kind of fake cameras. You can buy dummy cameras that have blinking lights and even tilt and zoom.

You can also buy cheap cameras that have wires visible. With these options most people can not tell the difference in a fake camera and a real one. Just remember that these cameras are only there to trick people and will in no way protect you if anything happens.

The best way to use these cameras are to place them at the entrances to your home or business. Windows and doors should have the lens of these cameras pointed at them. This will make intruders think they are being recorded. If your business is a store you will want to have a fake camera pointing at the register.

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