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CCTV Glossary

The following is a list of commonly used terms related to CCTV, with a brief description of the meanings. These terms are not specific to Bolide Technology Group, they are general terms used throughout the CCTV industry. If you don't find the term you are looking for, or you find any error, please contact us.

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SECAM
This is the system used for TV signals in France.

SCART
This is a standard used in Europe for a 20 pin connector used to carry video and audio signals. It is most widely used in domestic TV appliances.

Shutter
The shutter in a camera is the device that controls the time period for which light is gathered by the collecting device. Old cameras used mechanical shutters. However modern cameras use electronic circuits to perform the same function with no moving parts.

Signal to Noise Ratio (S/N Ratio)
This is the ratio between the signal strength and the noise levels on an audio or video signal.