"How Realtors Can Use Security
Technology to Keep Safe"
1. Communicate the 3 W’s
-Who are you seeing?
-Where are you going?
-When will you be returning?
2. Stay in the Back
-Avoid walking in the front so you can avoid be hit in the head.
3. Be on Guard for requests for a 2nd trip without a spouse
-This should be a Red Flag.
4. Follow Your Instincts about People.
-You're usually right.
5. Know Where all the Exits Are so you can Escape.
6. Ladies – Don’t use glamour shots for your business cards or advertising.
-When criminals were convicted Police have found the ad of the victim circled.
7. Ask for a driver’s license or ID and take a picture of it.
-Make it an office procedure.
8. Awareness is Key to Prevention! Use the camera on your phone to Take a picture of the person you are meeting’s vehicle including the license plate.
-Make it an office procedure.
9. Use the Camera on Your Phone as a Hidden Camera with Recording.
-Check out this Spy Cam App
10. Use a Nanny Cam at Open Houses
-Record all visitors that enter the main door
-Advertise you are using video surveillance to create awareness
-You can purchase signs from Reed Security ($10/ea for 11” x 11”)
-You can even wear hidden cameras
-Check out these Hidden Cameras with Recording
11. Keep Your Phone Nearby and make sure it’s charged
12. Have a Distress Code and make sure you practice using it
eg: I need the Red File for 123 Street. This will let your contacts know you need help and where you are.
13. Even Better – Use Guardly Personal Safety Service App.
-One touch on your phone calls 911 and lets your contacts know you need help.
-Displays exact location using online Map function.
-Only a few dollars a month.
-Check out the Guardly App out now.
- www.guardly.com
14. Limit Personal Info. about yourself.
15. Ask A Lot of Questions
16. Take a basic self defense course
–You can go at lunch time or through your Community Association
17. Caution about alarm system keypad panic buttons – they may not work!
-Alarm systems require active phone lines that may not be hooked up.
If you would like more information on any Reed Security Product or Service please call 306.653.3200 or visit www.reedsecurity.com
How long did it take you to get home yesterday? If you're like my wife it was close to 3 hours. We made this map for our technicians and so that you can spend more time with your friends and family. Hopefully this helps!
(VALID AS OF 930AM AUGUST 20, 2013 KNOWN CONSTRUCTION, MAP SOURCE: GOOGLE MAPS)
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HD Video Myths & Facts
We have spent thousands of hours perfecting ReedHD Hi-Def Camera designs and installations. We know the right cameras for the right locations and we've even met with the Saskatoon Police to determine how to solve more crimes.
We've installed over 5000 cameras in Saskatchewan and wanted to share with you some common Myths.
Myth #1: HD Video Cameras Always Capture Faces and License Plates
- False
- Many factors have an effect on the image quality - camera type, camera placement, distance to the target, target speed, the weather, light conditions, and video management software.
- Click Here to See How ReedHD Cameras can Record Faces and License Plates
Myth #2: HD Video Camera Images Can Be Manipulated Like on TV Shows and Movies
- False
- Hollywood glamorizes what you can do with recorded HD images and most of what you see on TV cannot be done.
- ReedHD I.P. Video Management Software has an exclusive Display Adjustment feature (see images above).
- We can adjust the brightness and contrast of recorded video to provide the Saskatoon Police an image they can use.
- We can also Zoom In on recorded video to see Faces and License Plates (see Myth #1).
Myth #3: Wireless HD Video Cameras Can Be Installed Anywhere
- False
- Wireless HD cameras can transmit wireless signals, but still require a power source.
- Most HD cameras are not wireless.
- HD cameras must be plugged into a power outlet or wired into a network.
- We can create a wireless bridge and transmit signals many KM's when there is direct line of site.
- Trees, windows, buildings, walls, and RF interference have a direct effect on signal quality.
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"Incredible"
When our existing client Geransky Brothers Construction wanted to improve the quality of their standard definition camera system they partnered with Reed Security.
The Problem:
- Standard definition cameras were a popular choice a few years ago, but nowadays HD quality is where it's at
- When you watch TV - Do you like the old blurry channels or the new HD channels?
- ReedHD hi-def cameras provide 500% to 5000% more detail than standard definition cameras
- See ReedHD hi-def Sample Pics: Click Here
The Solution:
We met the client and customized a ReedHD hi-def Video Surveillance system with the following features and benefits:
- ReedHD hi-def cameras are used as a business tool to Decrease Losses (theft, false claims) and Increase Profits (productivity, accountability)
- Interior ReedHD hi-def cameras protect Entrances including entry doors and overhead doors
- Interior ReedHD hi-def cameras protect shop bays, inventory, tools, and people
- Exterior ReedHD hi-def cameras protect the building, garages, parking lots, vehicles, and people
- All ReedHD hi-def cameras have Wide Dynamic Range capabilities (optimized image quality in bright and shadow conditions)
- All ReedHD hi-def cameras can be accessed and administered with a PC, iPhone, iPad, or Android device
- 24/7 digital recording of all cameras for 14 to 30 days
- Professional Installation - On Time and On Budget
- up to 3 Years Manufacturers Warranty to protect their investment
- Reed Security Award Winning Service
- See ReedHD Video Samples: Click Here
The Testimonial:"ReedHD hi-def cameras are incredible. I can read a log book on one of our trucks 200 feet away."
Ryan GeranskyGeransky Brothers ConstructionIf you would like more information on how Reed Security can Decrease Losses & Increase Profits for your business Click Here