Megapixel Surveillance Systems

THE NEXT GENERATION OF SECURITY SURVEILLANCE

After a lull in a significant technological breakthrough occurring with respect to the quality of surveillance cameras as they relate to security industry we are now at the advent of a new generation of camera system.

Some time ago, manufacturers were concerned that Analog NTSC and PAL video camera technology had peaked to its capability. Some advancements occurred in DAY/NIGHT picture quality however, 540 lines of resolution is the highest specification of any NTSC and PAL and due to that technology’s limitations it cannot exceed this.

Within the past 5 years, great advances have been made to the integration of IP (Internet Protocol) camera systems. A high resolution IP camera offers better resolution (700+ lines of resolution) than the NTSC or PAL. Installation requires installing a network and infrastructure specifically designed for the IP camera system application. These systems can be stand-alone or can be integrated into a corporation’s network.

Although there are security companies that are still offering camera systems that will go the way of the dinosaur in a very short time, they will need to become educated as to computer networks with ip cameras because that is the trend in the marketplace.

The introduction of mega pixel camera technology has revolutionized video surveillance and is now providing end users with the quality and performance they have long sought after.

WHAT IS MEGAPIXEL CAMERA TECHNOLOGY

A mega pixel camera is an IP camera with high definition quality. There are almost no limitations as to the quality of image that can be produced. The lowest level megapixel camera (1.3 MP) significantly increases the detail and the lines of resolution compared to NTSC or PAL cameras.

HIGHER RESOLUTION

Megapixel and multi-megapixel sensors offer 4 to32 times the image detail compared to the analogue standard. Over 2600 lines of resolution provide information filled images with more clarity than ever before. Megapixel cameras are proven to provide better quality images for:

• • legal evidence
• • more valuable source for liability and loss prevention
• • more accurate decision making, saving time while protecting human resources

The old recording of events on a DVR (digital video recorder) provided little means to zoom into an image to view additional detail. Today, Megapixel images provide the ability to perform 2-32X digital zoom.

Digital zoom can also be provided in live view minimizing the need for motorized optical zoom. Both are tremendous assets in analyzing security video.

COST SAVINGS

Megapixel cameras reduced the need for multiple cameras. A single multi-megapixel camera can replace several analog cameras scanning a large open area such as a traffic intersection, parking lot or storage facility. Installation and maintenance of a single camera greatly reduces overall system cost.

Megapixel video images provide better camera coverage, better picture detail and an overall superior IP video experience. Save money on installation, service and support by using a single multi-megapixel camera to replace multiple fixed cameras or a mechanical Pan, Tilt and Zoom (PTZ) camera. In addition, replacing several cameras with a single multi-megapixel video system improves the live and recorded viewing experience by eliminating the need for multiple monitors or complex thumbnail multi-view screens.

APPLICATIONS

Commercial property managers are dealing with the never-ending task of capturing and prosecuting illegal dumping on their grounds. With the new mega-pixel technology, not only do they get a live video of the person doing the dumping, but they can also zoom into the license number of the vehicle for further identification.

The camera systems can provide a clear detailed history of work injury claims, strike or other work interruptions.

The camera systems can provide a clear detailed history of possible injury claims by visitors.

Business owners who travel frequently can dial into their mega-pixel system to troubleshoot assembly lines that may be down; evaluate production, etc. In addition, they have solid evidence to deal with loss prevention.

Car Dealerships now can view their sites to capture any vandalism or theft from their lots. Again, with the zoom-in capability, they have a clear video of the suspects, the vehicle and the license plate of the care they are driving.