Outdoor Security Cameras

Day/Night Outdoor Security Camera System

The RidgeTec Vista is one of the best security cameras on the market when it comes to outdoor locations. It is a purpose built outdoor security camera that comes in 2 finished options of olive or fully camouflaged for concealment within natural settings. It can capture still images or record full HD video during the day or night as part of it's standard settings. It works with motion activation and has a highly sensitive and adjustable motion sensor to suit your own applications.

Complete Camera Package Ready to go includes: Ridgetec Camera + 12 Lithium AA batteries + 16GB SD Card

• Battery life is exceptional running for up to 12 months in stand-by on just a set of AA batteries.
• They are a black flash infra-red camera so there is no visible infra-red lights like standard infra-red cameras have.
• Multi-zone PIR detection - 20m plus.
• They have a built in large 2.4 inch screen to playback images & video on and to set the camera up.
• They are easy to install - no wiring installation is required. They can be wall mounted or placed hidden on shelves, even hidden outside in trees or logs (they are weatherproof).

Fuel, Farm and Equipment Security

These outdoor security cameras are especially good in preventing the theft of fuel or equipment in isolated locations, which generally occurs at night. They are widely used for security in sheds, on machinery or near fuel storage tanks and are perfect for monitoring without spooking the target.

The biggest benefits to using these cameras are:

• Catching the criminals in action or as our customers put it, "Catching the buggers red handed".
• High chance of a successful prosecution.
• Restoring your peace of mind.
• Enabling you to get back to work without costly time wasting distractions. 

Don't take our word for it, read some of the testimonials below.

Testimonials

"We operate an earthmoving and quarrying business in northern NSW, with machinery including excavators, bulldozers, tippers, graders, loaders etc. After having 500 litres of diesel stolen out of one of these machines, we installed a motion camera. We have found the camera to be a huge success. We were able to have clear identification of some unauthorised intruders on to our work site. The length of the battery life is unbelieveable. We would highly recommend this product to anyone wanting added security on their work sites."

Peter & Kevin Maslen, Mallanganee, NSW - MASLEN CONTRACTORS PTY LTD

"We were suspicious fuel was going missing from our trucks parked on our property.  We purchased a Uway VH200HD camera and installed it near the fence.  Less than a week later two people were caught on camera climbing the fence with jerry cans in their possession.  One offender without a hoodie was clearly photographed and known to the police.  They were caught and charged with trespass.  The police commented that camera took very good quality photos."

Trudy McKeroy, Superior Seed Co., Deniliquin, NSW

Night Vision Security Camera

The RidgeTec Vista camera has been specifically designed as a black flash camera so as to remove any red glow features that are normally found within infra-red cameras. No red glow means the camera can be placed closer to equipment without risking it being seen. In dark night situations our security cameras have an incredible advantage in that the chances of them being seen are more remote.

RidgeTec Vista night vision mode - Excellent image quality with improved night time images. Colour during the day and B&W at night.

We have been very impressed with the image quality, sensitivity, and battery life of this camera in both day and nighttime applications. In more isolated locations we do recommend the solar attachment so as to ensure a constant supply of power to the unit.

RidgeTec Standard Features - (Black Flash Package)

• Dimensions: 10.16cm x 15cm x 5.58cm
• Batteries : 12 AA batteries – lithium or NiMh rechargeables. Low power consumption, standby battery lifetime up to 12 months.
• DC port: 9V or 12V available – can have 240V inserted when used with the correct power accessories.
• SD card: Standard SD card up to 32GB
• Viewing Screen: Built in 2.4 inch LCD viewing screen. Playback of images and video with sound.
• Menu: Easy to use on screen menu system.
• Duty: 24 hour duty time scheduling – means camera does not need to be operating 24 hours a day if not required.
• Time Stamp: Date, Time, Temperature & Moon Phase image stamp
• Photo resolution: 12MP,8MP, 6MP, 5MP, 4MP, 3MP (programmable) -Colour daytime and black & white night time pictures
• Trigger Time: 1 second
• Photo burst: 1-5 photos per trigger (programmable)
• Time Lapse: 10 seconds to 30 seconds
• Lens: FOV = 52 degrees
• Video resolution: HD 1280 x 720 or 640 x 480 VGA with sound.
• Video length: 5-60 sec
• Infra-red Emitters: 54 No Glow Black Flash infrared LEDs
• Multi-zone PIR detection range: 20 metres plus
• Sensitivity: High, Normal, and Low sensitivity settings on a manual switch
• Security:4 digit password protection

FAQ's

How long could the camera run for with no charge from the panel?

With the panel lying face down and fully charged you can get about 5000 images from it. This is probably about 1-2 month average of use from the battery in the panel. Just as a benchmark of performance.

What is better, video or image mode or can it switch automatically between the two? What is the best mode for capture, thieves in particular?

FES like to use video mode on fuel bowsers although photos are probably used most often. The camera needs to be manually switched between the 2 modes. With a solar panel I would recommend video mode.

Do they need a metal cover for protection or are they good to go as is? What is best camo or grey?

A security box is a good option. It can help disguise the cameras better in a fuel bowser situation making them look more like some sort of meter rather than a camera. They also do make it a lot harder for the camera to be opened or destroyed by a thief. Camera colour doesn’t matter too much.