Reduced Cost

  IP Network cameras use Cat 5 cables that are much shorter than those used with CCTV, as the Cat 5 cable runs from the IP camera to a wiring closet used for the data network. The cable in the wiring closet plugs into a data switch, which in turn connects via one wire to the network. The cables runs from the IP Network camera to the switch are a maximum of 300 feet but are normally much shorter.

  IP Network cameras come with a general-purpose IP networking equipment infrastructure which results in reduced system costs and added functionality. IP Network cameras consume less space in large CCTV Setups as video switching and routing is done via computer discarding the use of physically large and expensive video matrix switchers

  IP Cameras come with an ability to use Power Over Ethernet which allows one cable to handle power and data. IP Cameras deploys well with a wireless bridge and have a ability use legacy coaxial cables with appropriate converters. IP Cameras allows you to use fiber optic links with appropriate twisted pair to fiber converters. These cameras transmit commands for PTZ cameras via a single network cable.

Fixed Body IP Cameras

Fixed Body IP cameras have a rectangular body and a fixed viewing angle. They clearly show where they are pointing. Fixed Body IP cameras are especially used at placed with relatively low risk of vandalism. They are generally placed at such placed where visibility and the clear direction of the camera would act as deterrents to undesirable activity.

Fixed Body IP cameras use a variety of exchangeable lenses which is one of the benefits of using such cameras. The disadvantage of these cameras is that they are relatively easy to tamper with.

Fixed Dome IP Cameras (Mini-Domes)

Fixed Dome IP cameras are fixed cameras pre-installed in small dome-like housing. The design of the cameras makes it difficult to see where these type of cameras is pointing. Fixed Dome IP cameras are ideally used the uncertainty of the viewing angle can deter potential wrongdoers.

Having the discreet, unobtrusive design with a clear or tinted dome, Fixed Dome IP cameras can be mounted on walls or ceilings. One disadvantage of these cameras is that they use only one type of lens.

PTZ IP Cameras

PTZ IP cameras come with a standard or dome housing. PTZ IP cameras are ideal at places where live monitoring is needed and/or it is necessary to track an individual activity or an object’s movement. PTZ IP cameras have an ability to operate in guard tour mode, allowing the camera to move between preset positions, and can be controlled using joysticks.

PTZ IP cameras can also be used for outdoor or indoor installations with the help of mounting kits. These cameras allow the lens be adjusted remotely to capture different views from a single location. One disadvantage of these cameras is that they are more expensive and can miss key activity.

Wireless IP Cameras

Wireless IP cameras feature an Internal webserver allows access from PC or 3G mobile phone. Some cameras feature on board video recording via SD flash memory. Some also allow day/ night operations.

Wireless IP cameras allows high resolution wireless operation with remote access. These cameras can be connected to 3G mobile phone. Wireless IP cameras are ideal for use at home or office.