Table Lamp Camera

When you need discreet long-term room surveillance in a living room, bedroom, or executive office, integrating a spy camera system inside an unassuming lighting fixture offers an ideal solution.

Hand-built in the UK, the table lamp camera combines a low-lux CCD pinhole camera and a self-contained digital video recorder (DVR) inside a stylish, fully functional table lamp.

Unlike older surveillance systems that required external wiring to a separate recording box, all internal components are entirely self-contained within the lamp’s base.

Fully Functional Lighting Retained

Deploying a hidden camera inside a functional light fixture ensures the device blends naturally into its environment without inviting suspicion.

The lamp functions just like any standard household light, operating independently from the internal camera system.

Using the lamp in the normal manner actively improves surveillance performance by illuminating the target area, ensuring the camera captures crisp, clear video with synchronised speech audio across a 6-metre radius.

Concealed Pinhole Lens & Magnetic Access Panel

The pinhole camera lens is discreetly mounted on one vertical faceplate of the lamp base, looking out through an imperceptible aperture with a 78-degree field of view.

The SD memory card slot, power switch, and control module are hidden beneath a magnetic baseplate on the underside of the lamp.

To access your recorded files or change settings, simply lift the magnetically secured cover plate, ensuring that even if someone handles or moves the lamp, the recording system remains completely invisible.

Motion Activation, Scheduled Recording & Permanent Mains Power

The DVR offers versatile recording modes including manual recording, scheduled timer profiles, and through-the-lens motion detection.

An integrated loop overwrite function ensures the system continues recording continuously by overwriting the oldest footage when memory capacity is reached, controlled easily via the supplied infrared remote control.

Powered continuously from the mains wall socket, the camera runs 24/7 without requiring battery changes (note: the mains socket must remain switched on for camera power).

Files are stored directly to an SD card (supports up to 32 GB, holding over 16 hours of video) with evidential time-and-date stamping watermarked onto every file.

Provided you deploy your surveillance equipment for lawful purposes, using mains-powered covert recorders covers a wide range of residential security, elder care monitoring, and office protection needs.

If you have questions regarding placement or memory card options for your table lamp camera, please feel free to contact our expert team today.

Where is the camera lens hidden on the table lamp camera?

The pinhole camera lens is covertly hand-fitted into one vertical face of the black lamp base, viewing out through a tiny aperture that is virtually impossible to spot even upon close inspection.

Does the light bulb need to be switched on for the camera to record?

No. The camera system and the lamp light operate on independent internal circuits. As long as the lamp is plugged into an active mains wall socket, the camera will stream and record continuously regardless of whether the light bulb is turned on or off.

Does the table lamp camera function as a normal household light?

Yes. The device functions as a standard, everyday table lamp, allowing you to turn the light on and off using the inline cord switch or lamp control without affecting the hidden recording system.

Does the camera record sound as well as video?

Yes. The unit contains an internal high-sensitivity microphone capable of recording clear conversation audio within a general 6-metre radius of the lamp.

Is the camera supplied with an SD memory card?

No. The unit is supplied as standard without an SD card, but high-speed 32 GB SDHC memory cards can be selected from the drop-down menu at checkout or purchased independently.

What happens if the SD card becomes full during recording?

The DVR features an automated loop overwrite function. When the memory card reaches full capacity, the system automatically overwrites the oldest recorded video segments, ensuring continuous coverage without requiring manual card clearing.

Is the recorded video footage clear enough to recognize faces?

Yes. Capturing video up to D1 (720p) resolution, the camera produces clear imagery that makes identifying individuals straightforward under standard or dim indoor lighting conditions.

Does the unit have an internal backup battery if mains power is cut?

No. To ensure all internal space is dedicated to the CCD optic and DVR hardware, the system relies on permanent power from a mains wall socket. The socket must remain switched on for the camera to operate.

How do I set up the motion detection mode on the table lamp camera?

Setting up the table lamp camera is straightforward using the supplied infrared remote control. Simply aim the remote at the base of the lamp, access the internal menu, and select motion activation mode. The system will then automatically trigger video recording whenever movement is detected within the camera’s 78-degree field of view.

Can the table lamp camera be deployed in an office setting without drawing suspicion?

Yes. The table lamp camera is designed as an ordinary, stylish desk or side lamp that blends naturally into corporate offices, reception areas, boardrooms, or home studies. Because all camera components and memory controls are completely concealed inside the base, it looks and functions like a standard piece of office furniture.

How do I access and transfer recorded footage from the table lamp camera?

To offload recorded video from the table lamp camera, remove the magnetically secured plate on the underside of the lamp base to access the SD card slot. Take out the SD card, insert it into your PC or Mac using a standard card reader, and open the MPEG-4 files using a media player such as VLC Media Player.

You will need to consider the following to use this hidden camera system:

• This product functions as a normal working light; the camera system is powered separately from the light function, so you will NOT have to have the light switched on for the camera system to record, though the lamp must be plugged into a live mains wall socket.
• Reviewing recorded video files with synchronised speech audio on a computer requires a PC or Mac equipped with internal or external speakers.
• Playback requires standard media player software installed on your computer; we recommend downloading a free, universal media player such as VLC Media Player.
• An SD memory card up to 32 GB is required for video storage; no card is supplied as standard, though compatible cards can be selected from the options menu at checkout.

• Fully functional, everyday table lamp with a covert camera and SD DVR system hidden inside the base.
• Camera lens positioned in the side of the lamp base with a 78-degree wide field of view.
• Independent lamp operation allows the light to be turned on or off without affecting camera recording.
• Powered directly from standard 240V AC mains power for continuous 24/7 room monitoring.
• Concealed magnetic bottom panel hides the power switch, control buttons, and SD card slot.
• Selectable recording modes: Through-the-lens Motion Detection, Scheduled Timer, or Continuous Manual mode.
• Synchronised high-sensitivity microphone records clear room audio within a 6-metre radius.
• Automatic loop overwrite feature ensures non-stop recording when memory fills.
• Supplied with an infrared remote control for easy settings navigation and manual operation.
• Evidential time and date stamp watermarked onto all recorded MPEG-4 video files.
• Video with audio files are automatically stored onto the SD memory card. System will accept cards up to 32GB or higher if formatted correctly.

• Product Type: Self-Contained Covert Video & Audio DVR inside Working Table Lamp
• Camera Sensor & Lens: Low-Lux CCD Pinhole Camera with 78-Degree Field of View
• Video Resolution & Format: MPEG-4 Video up to D1 (720p) Resolution with Synchronized Audio
• Audio Capture Range: Integrated Microphone with up to 6-Metre Audio Pickup Radius
• Recording Activation Modes: Motion Activated, Scheduled Timer, or Manual Continuous Recording
• Power Supply: 240V AC Mains Powered (Plugs directly into standard mains wall socket)
• Storage Capacity: SD Card Slot supporting without formatting up to 32 GB SDHC Cards (Not included as standard)
• Storage Consumption: Approx. 2.0 GB per hour of recorded video (32 GB = ~16 hours storage)
• Control Interface: Infrared (IR) Remote Control Unit Included
• Housing Design: Standard Decorative Table Lamp with Magnetically Sealed Base Compartment

• Table Lamp Camera Unit (with Pre-Fitted Shade and Base)
• Infrared Remote Control
• Mains Power Lead with UK 3-Pin Plug
• Step-by-Step User Installation Manual
• Phone and Email Technical Support