does this thing really detect hidden cameras?
1407261
Not really it picks up any type of radio frequincy though like in my car no radio no activity turn on radio then there is activity-also goes off major at traffic light cameras and convient store camera, as far as finding any hidden pin hole cameras i have not
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Hello, I have no idea, was just curious about the item and thought I could use it to possibly track down a wall switch that goes nowhere in our house. turn off all breakers but the circuit the switch is on and check for a signal thru the wall with the switch on and follow it, have not tried yet. Just checked around a few wires and it does sense the electricity. I think the deal on it detecting cameras is that you can see the infrared with it or something. Have not had time to really check, it may just be a barely useful gimmick. But I hope I can trace the wire. It may make a cool kinda selective sensitivity signal tracer.Peace! Hello, I have no idea, was just curious about the item and thought I could use it to possibly track down a wall switch that goes nowhere in our house. turn off all breakers but the circuit the switch is on and check for a signal thru the wall with the switch on and follow it, have not tried yet. Just checked around a few wires and it does sense the electricity. I think the deal on it detecting cameras is that you can see the infrared with it or something. Have not had time to really check, it may just be a barely useful gimmick. But I hope I can trace the wire. It may make a cool kinda... » Read More Hello, I have no idea, was just curious about the item and thought I could use it to possibly track down a wall switch that goes nowhere in our house. turn off all breakers but the circuit the switch is on and check for a signal thru the wall with the switch on and follow it, have not tried yet. Just checked around a few wires and it does sense the electricity. I think the deal on it detecting cameras is that you can see the infrared with it or something. Have not had time to really check, it may just be a barely useful gimmick. But I hope I can trace the wire. It may make a cool kinda selective sensitivity signal tracer.Peace! « Show Less
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with some work . it detects radio waves so any interference will throw you off track.
631376
No. It actually works great. I have 5 cameras in the house. Every entryway can be viewed.
71711
It does if you wire it to. If you install it a certain way it only works if you have the camera option open on the screen.
1336677
Yes. We've used it for a nearly identical purpose. At least on OS X it shows up as a camera in the Hamgouts source selector.
2179588
No I don't believe so. You can set the motion detection to alert you and then you can choose to record what is going on in view of the camera or take individual snapshots.
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I wouldnt think so. Ive only seen the software it comes with recognize it. Ive tried many but havent tried that one yet.
441274
All I can tell you it works with q-see camera,don't know if that help any .
1562695
Yes it does...and frequently things that aren't there. But it definitely detects people, your job is to figure when a valid detection occurs.
2201021
Could be, I suppose with some. I've seen cameras with and without it. I opted the blinking light because it might get their attention.
2190358
It comes with a detector. It really works. I like it, you can feel the effect by putting your palm in front of it. It does look like a retro spy cam so if you have guests they will comment on that :)
1623882
I think what may help is motion detection. I already asked the tech support guy and he said they are working towards this functionality. I would think it be done soon over the next release or two. So far my camera works great so over all its a good by. good luck ;)
1924375
Yes. The motion detection for all devices like this are based on the percentage of change in color in a certain area that is defined by the user. Changing from regular light to the LED's on the camera can trigger a false positive as the ambient light changes..
1634661
Yes it does, but you have to search for the cameras almost every time you move your laptop, ir at least that is how it worked for me, I am running it on Windows7.
60209
It is supposed to be able to connect and view "a backup camera". Whether it will connect to that particular one, I cannot answer with certainty. I am in the "surveillance camera" business. Most Cameras of that type will have similar connections.
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I Dont know, this "hidden" camera was a joke. Was not able to record ANYTHING at all. The instructions were in chinese..!!!!! Good luck...
2211262
Not Really. It's meant to take videos of things in front of you - not yourself.
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Yes depending on the software You use most software has both detections will work I'm using a video adapter for my laptop. capture software is Contacam. The cameras for the price