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on site by the property manager for smaller properties and managed off site by a monitoring service for larger ones. The cost of off site management is well worth it for the time savings it provides. Having tackled the larger problem of identifying who is where on the property, it’s time to have a clear record of the activity going on in these areas. The most reliable way to achieve this is with a profession- al camera system. Emphasis on the word “professional”. We’ve all seen the security camera packages at the "There are many factors that go into designing the unique box stores. These are not the type of systems that will yield the results a community manager needs. There are many factors that go into designing the unique camera system for a resi- dential community. From the durability of the cameras, their range and func- tionality, to the power source, and the overall versatility of the device. Properties with multiple buildings often need to utilize wireless technology to integrate their cameras into an on-site wireless network. It’s important to trust a company with community property installation experience to map out a camera system for a residential community."

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