WeatherCam+Installation+Requirements

WeatherCam Installation Requirements
The following section discusses installation considerations, such as selecting an indoor vs. outdoor camera, moisture, heat and cold and direct sunlight.

Indoor vs. Outdoor WebCams
If you have a good Vantage Point from an inside window, you can save a lot of time and effort and camera life by installing the camera indoors.

Moisture
If your camera is not water resistant, a waterproof housing is recommended. Some housings include fans to cool the camera in hot weather climates.

For a low cost solution, purchase a front automobile light, remove the rear connector and internal lights (so you are left with the housing, place the camera inside the light housing, and apply puddy around the wires to seal the camera.

Heat and Cold
Outdoor cameras typically operate between -4 degF and 120 degF, so a heater may be required in cold weather environments. Heaters include thermostats and require AC power.

The most effective way to install a camera in a hot weather or desert environment is to mount the unit in the shade (under an eave) if possible, or on the north side of the house.

Direct Sunlight
Pointing the camera into direct sunlight will eventually damage the element and cause the picuture to fade. Cameras with pan and tilt are recommended to reposition the camera based on the angle of the sun and the time of year.

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