What is a transmitter? A transmitter is a device that converts electrical signals for broadcast at a distant point. In the case of fiber optic systems, the transmitter is the electronic component that converts electrical energy to light energy. Does any of that make sense to you? If you plug your camera into a transmitter, the transmitter will send the video images to some distant location where they can be viewed.

Transmitters and receivers are an integral part of your home or business security surveillance system. Receivers are great for homes or businesses that have multiple wireless cameras running. These cameras will transmit video images to the receiver so you can watch what's going on from your desktop computer, security monitor or television.

The Business of Home Security

The business of home security has soared over the past 30 years. With interest rates at all time lows, more and more people are buying houses. People who never even considered buying a home are finding ways to scrape together capital and fulfill their dreams. In addition, banks are making it easier for people who might have average or below average credit to finance a house.

Home security companies have benefited from this enormous increase in home sales. The more homes people buy, the more alarm systems and surveillance systems people will need to protect their homes. This multi-billion dollar business will continue to thrive as long as the population continues to increase and people find a need to buy homes. These companies understand that crime is an inescapable facet of any culture.