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Dummy CCTV Cameras

These are non-functional decoy units, not working cameras, so they record nothing and need no wiring or storage. Mercury supplies dome and bullet styles in black, each with a flashing LED to mimic a live camera. Fitted in plain sight, they act as a low-cost visual deterrent and pair well with a real system covering the points that matter most.

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What dummy CCTV cameras do

A dummy CCTV camera is a non-functional decoy. It does not record, send a signal or connect to any recorder, and it needs no wiring or storage. The point is purely visual: a unit that looks like the real thing and gives a would-be intruder reason to move on. Most include a small flashing LED to suggest a live, powered camera.

Dome and bullet styles

The range covers the two shapes people recognise. Dome units sit flush against a wall or ceiling and suit doorways, hallways and shopfronts where a discreet outline is wanted. Bullet units have a longer body that points clearly in one direction, which reads as coverage of a driveway, gate or car park. Both are designed to mimic working cameras at a glance.

Where to fit them

Position a dummy unit in plain sight at the points you most want to protect, such as a front entrance or side access. Mounting it high and angled down keeps the housing out of easy reach and gives the impression of a wide field of view. A short run of fake cabling, or a unit fitted near a real one, can make the presence more convincing. Visibility is the whole job here, so do not hide it away.

How to choose

Pick the style that matches the spot. Choose a dome where a low profile matters and a bullet where you want an obvious, directional presence. Black housings tend to sit back against eaves and modern fascia, while a lighter unit stands out more deliberately where you want it noticed. Many people use dummy units to extend the apparent reach of a genuine system, fitting decoys at quieter approaches while real cameras cover the entrances that matter most. Free UK delivery over £99, worldwide shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do dummy CCTV cameras record anything?
No. They are non-functional decoys with no lens electronics, no recorder link and no storage. They cannot capture or save footage; their only purpose is to look like a live camera and act as a visual deterrent.

Do they need power or wiring?
Most need no mains wiring. Units with a flashing LED usually run from small internal batteries to power that single light, so installation is limited to mounting the housing in a visible spot.

Should I use dummy cameras on their own?
They work best alongside a real system. Use genuine cameras to cover the entrances and areas that matter most, then add dummy units at quieter approaches to widen the apparent reach of your setup.

What is the difference between a dome and a bullet dummy?
A dome has a rounded, low-profile housing that suits doorways and indoor areas, while a bullet has a longer body that points clearly in one direction and reads as outdoor or directional coverage.

Where should a dummy camera be mounted?
Fit it in plain sight at the points you want to protect, mounted high and angled downward. Keeping it visible is the entire purpose, so it should be easy to spot from the approach to a property.

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