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How to Install a Hidden Camera in Your Home

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Video surveillance cameras in homes increase in popularity every year. As crime increases, people feel strongly lead to increase security in their home to protect their property. If you have decided that a hidden camera will suit your needs, follow these instructions for installation.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Decide what room you will be installing the camera and where you will hide it.

  2. Step 2

    Decide the best angle for the camera.

  3. Step 3

    Decide how high off the floor the camera needs to be.

  4. Step 4

    Prepare the object you will be hiding the camera in. So, if you are going to hide the camera in a pin hole in the wall, create the pin hole. If you will be using a stuffed animal, make a small hole big enough for the camera.

  5. Step 5

    Insert the batteries into the camera.

  6. Step 6

    Insert the hidden camera into the object you prepared.

  7. Step 7

    Secure the camera according to the manufacturer's directions.

  8. Step 8

    Ensure that the camera is hidden. Either sew up the stuffed animal you used, move a plant in front of the pin hole but move the branches so the camera has a clear view, etc.

  9. Step 9

    Sync the hidden camera with the base station.

  10. Step 10

    Install any software on your computer that accompanied the hidden camera.

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