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Sep 05

Product Spotlight: LawMate Professional Grade PV-AC12 AC Adapter DVR for 12V Wired Cameras

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW:

Today we’re taking a look at a brand new LawMate™ brand product, the LawMate™ PV-AC12 AC Adapter DVR Video Recorder for 12V Cameras. This device looks very similar to the popular AC Adapter Hidden Camera by LawMate, but with one big difference – the PV-AC12 connects to any standard 12V camera, and turns any wired camera into an all-in-one recording system.

As you can see in the diagram below, there are two connectors to connect your 12V camera – the video input, and the power input. This means that there is no other additional power or cables necessary to turn your wired camera into an all in one DVR recorder with the new PV-AC12:

LawMate PV-AC12

CONNECTING A 12V CAMERA:

Pinhole Spy Camera

As mentioned above, you can connect virtually any standard 12V camera to the PV-AC12 to turn it into an all-in-one recording system.

All you need to do is connect the camera’s video output and power input to the PV-AC12 as shown in the diagram above. One of the most popular cameras to connect to this DVR recording system is the Mini Pinhole Hidden Camera pictured to the right:

This mini pinhole spy camera connects in seconds, and can be hidden anywhere, or inside virtually any object – a book, tissue box, photo frame, or almost anywhere. The entire camera size is approximately 1″ by 1″, but only the pinhole itself needs to be visible to record.

While the pinhole camera is the most popular camera to use with the PV-AC12, you can also use any standard 12V camera, including the following cameras:

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

Works with Any 12V Camera – No matter what 12V wired camera you have, you can connect it to the PV-AC12 video input and power connection, and turn it into an all-in-one covert video recording system.

High Resolution 720×480 Video – Record in high resolution video, at 720×480 resolution at 30 frames per second, which will give you clear color video to let you know what is going on when you aren’t around.

Adjustable Recording Settings – With the included IR remote control you can adjust the various recording settings, including switching between motion-detection and continuous recording, as well as the file length, and motion-detection sensitivity. You can also set a time/date stamp on the video.

View Playback on TV – Included in the box are RCA connection cables which allow you to connect the camera system to your TV (via RCA input) so that you can not only adjust the settings (as mentioned above) but also watch your video playback.

PC and Mac Compatible – Video files recorded by the PV-AC12 are in a standard AVI format, meaning you can play them back on any PC or Mac computer without any special software needed.

THE BOTTOM LINE:

By combining the LawMate™ PV-AC12 AC Adapter DVR Video Recorder with a wired camera (like the pinhole camera above), you’ll be able to create an all-in-one video recording system that can go anywhere. The recorder is easy to use, and allows you to play back videos easily on both PC and Mac computers, as well as directly on a TV with no PC required. And just like all of our LawMate hidden cameras, this device comes back with a full 1 year warranty and lifetime technical support from our experienced product advisers.

Aug 20

Product Spotlight: LawMate 720P HD Hidden Electrical Outlet and Wall Switch Spy Camera

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Today’s product spotlight is focused on two products that are functionally identical, with two design models. These products are the LawMate™ 720P HD Electrical Outlet Hidden Camera with 5 Day Battery Life and the LawMate™ 720P HD Wall Light Switch Hidden Camera w/ 5 Day Battery Life:

Electrical Outlet and Wall Switch Hidden Camera

PRODUCT OVERVIEW:

The Outlet Camera and the Switch Camera both have the same components inside, and both operate in the same fashion. They record 720P High Definition color motion-activated video (1280×720 resolution), and both also have the ability to take photos as well. A built-in “body heat” motion activation PIR sensor allows these cameras to get up to 5 days of standby battery life, with up to 4-5 hours of total recording.

Mounting these cameras is easy and takes just a few seconds. Simply use the included 3M mounting tape, and you can stick these cameras anywhere. Video is recorded to a removable micro SD card up to 32GB in capacity, and the videos can be played back on any PC or Mac computer.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

Simple Operation – One of the best features of these two cameras is that they are very easy to use. There are no complicated setup menus or configuration. Both cameras do allow you to change a few options, but you can do so easily via the switches on the inside of the device once you remove the cover. You’ll be able to change:

  • Video Resolution (VGA or HD video)
  • Photo or Video Mode (Whether the camera will take video or photos when triggered)
  • Overwrite Mode (Whether or not the camera overwrites the oldest files when card fills up)

PC and Mac Compatible – Because the video is recorded in a standard video format (AVI) and photos are taken in universal JPG format, you’ll be able to view your recorded videos on any type of computer. You can save them to your computer as well, upload them to YouTube, email them, or do anything you want with them. If you don’t have a computer, you can even use the optional LCD Portable Media Player and watch your playback on the 3″ screen just by inserting the memory card.

720P HD Color Video – Unlike many less expensive hidden cameras on the market, the Electrical Outlet and Wall Switch Hidden Cameras feature a high quality HD camera lens that allow you to record clear color HD video. Like all hidden cameras, they unfortunately do not record audio (due to US laws on hidden audio recording), but with crystal clear video like this, you’ll still pick up all of the video evidence you need.

Long 5-Day Standby Battery Life – Another thing that makes this hidden camera unique is that the battery can last in standby mode for up to 5 days. It accomplishes this by using a “body heat” activated motion-detection camera, the most advanced form of motion detection available. You’ll be able to get up to 4-5 hours of total recording on a full charge. Extra batteries are also available so you can just pop a new battery in and not have any down time between charges.

THE BOTTOM LINE:

As you can see by the above features, the Electrical Outlet Hidden Camera and the Wall Switch Hidden Camera by LawMate are some of the most advanced hidden cameras on the market. They blend in to almost any environment, home or business, which provide maximum flexibility for covert surveillance. At only $295 each, these cameras represent some of the best value in the spy camera market.

Aug 19

Product Spotlight: LawMate™ AC Adapter Hidden Camera

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In today’s review, we’re taking a look at one of our most popular hidden cameras,  the LawMate™ AC Adapter Hidden Camera with Motion Activated Recording. We’ll take a look at the features, common uses, and even talk about the setup and operation.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW:

AC Adapter Hidden CameraThe AC Adapter Camera is an all-in-one “self recording” hidden camera. What this means is that there are no other components or receivers needed for operation – everything happens inside the device itself – both the camera and the recording.

Videos are recorded to an SD card, up to 32GB in capacity. From our testing, the camera records about 60 minutes per GB, so for example if you put an 8GB card in the camera, it could hold approximately 8 hours of video recordings.

Below you’ll find some of the features of what makes the AC Adapter Hidden Camera such an easy to use and powerful camera:

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

Covert Recording – This camera is very “covert” because there are no indications that it is a camera, or when the camera starts recording. The SD card is even hidden inside the back of the AC adapter so no one will know it’s there either. Plus, everyone has so many AC adapters laying around their home or office, no one will ever even look twice at it!

Easy to Use – One of the best things about the AC Adapter Hidden Camera by LawMate is that it is so easy to use. You can literally take it out of the box, insert a memory card, plug it into the wall – and that’s it! There is no complicated setup or installation. However if you do want to adjust some of the settings, read on to the next feature…

Two Models to Choose From – There are two models to choose from for the AC Adapter Hidden Camera: Standard and Advanced. The Standard model is motion-activated, and records high quality color video at 720×480 resolution. There are no options to configure, it’s truly plug and play. The Advanced model however gives you the ability to adjust several settings, such as the file length and video quality. With the advanced model you can even switch between motion-activated recording and continuous recording. Finally, the Advanced model also adds a time and date stamp to the video.

PC and Mac Compatible – Many hidden cameras on the market only work with Windows-based computers, but the AC Adapter camera records in a universal AVI file format that is playable on both Windows and Mac computers.

Video Playback on Your TV – With the Advanced model, in addition to being able to view the playback on your computer, you also get the ability to connect the camera to your TV to adjust settings and view your video playback. So if you don’t have a computer handy, use the included RCA cables to watch on your TV.

THE BOTTOM LINE:

Overall it’s not hard to see why the AC Adapter Hidden Camera is one our most popular hidden cameras. With it’s ease of use, combined with the high quality video and the ability to choose between two models, the AC Adapter Hidden Camera by LawMate is the perfect hidden camera for home or business use.

Feb 11

Clearlight Security is an Authorized LawMate™ Technology Distributor

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When you are looking for the best in security and surveillance equipment, you are looking for LawMate™.

LawMate™ brand products are known and trusted by law enforcement officials, private investigators, and consumers throughout the world.

Manufacturing everything from hidden cameras, to portable DVRs, to counter-surveillance products as well as voice recorders, LawMate™ makes some of the best quality devices on the market.

For more information on the various LawMate™ brand products we carry, visit the LawMate™ Security and Surveillance Equipment page.