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Security

CCTV Camera

Security camera that feeds video to a linked monitor. Consumes 15 u/s.

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Overview

The CCTV Camera is a security device that captures live video feeds and transmits them to linked monitors. Each camera consumes 15 units per second when powered, and a single monitor can display up to 4 camera feeds simultaneously. Cameras are essential for base surveillance and early warning systems against threats.

Specifications

Property Value
TypeConsumer
Power Consumption15 u/s
Video FeedLinked to Monitor (up to 4 per monitor)
Weight Kit1500g
Placed Weight2000g
LED Indicatorcam_led
ClassLFPG_Camera

How It Works

  1. Place camera in desired location and power it
  2. Open the camera's action menu and link it to a monitor
  3. The monitor displays live video feed from that camera
  4. LED indicator shows active/inactive status
  5. Multiple cameras can feed into one monitor

Behavior

  • Powered: Camera captures and transmits video, LED indicator lights up
  • Unpowered: Camera goes dark and no feed transmits to monitor
  • Each camera independently draws 15 u/s
  • Video quality and range depend on camera position and angle
  • Up to 4 cameras can feed into a single monitor

Wiring Examples

Basic Security Setup

Power Source
Camera 1
Monitor

Three cameras (45 u/s total) are powered from a single source and feed video to one monitor. The monitor switches between feeds or displays them.

Multi-Zone Surveillance

Battery
Splitter
Camera 1
Camera 2
Camera 3

Use splitters to distribute power to cameras in different base zones, each with dedicated monitors.

Camera Placement Tips

  • Place at entrance gates and chokepoints for early threat detection
  • Mount high for wide field of view and hard-to-disable angles
  • Position to cover blind spots around perimeter walls
  • Consider line-of-sight for monitor access from interior locations
  • Multiple overlapping camera angles provide better coverage

Tips

  • Each camera draws 15 u/s, so budget power carefully (4 cameras = 60 u/s)
  • The LED indicator shows whether a camera is powered and transmitting
  • Position cameras strategically for best surveillance of critical areas
  • Keep cameras powered continuously for real-time monitoring
  • Use multiple monitors in different base locations for distributed surveillance
  • Combine with motion sensors for triggering alerts when threats appear