A video surveillance system ensures the visual monitoring of the activities in the premises or the area and the recording thereof on a 24-hour basis. A video surveillance system is used most effectively when it is integrated with other security systems, such as security, access control, fire alarm detection and notification systems. In such a case, in addition to alarm signals from other systems, information in the form of a visual recording is obtained, which allows to fully restore the sequence of the occurrence of an unauthorised action or an unplanned event, as well as identify the persons involved.