Planning CCTV installation in the UAE? Use this checklist before cameras go up—whether for a villa, retail shop, or office in Abu Dhabi.
1. Site Survey & Goals
- Define entry points, cash areas, parking, and perimeter
- Indoor vs outdoor camera ratings (IP66+ for external heat/dust)
- Night vision range and lighting conditions
2. Camera & Resolution
- 2MP minimum; 4MP for identification at distance
- Fixed vs PTZ; wide-angle for corridors
- Consider privacy zones (neighbours, staff areas)
3. Recording & Storage
- NVR channel count with room to expand
- Retention: 14–30 days typical for business (calculate HDD size)
- Remote viewing app and user permissions
4. Cabling & Power
- Cat6 for IP; proper conduit in UAE climate
- PoE switches vs local power adapters
- UPS for recorder and critical cameras
5. Compliance & Handover
- UAE privacy guidelines for filming staff/public areas
- Training on playback export for incidents
- AMC for firmware updates and health checks
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