Hikvision HD static dome camera

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This compact HD static dome from Hikvision is a networked camera capable of delivering 1080p streams in triplicate. As  standard the camera comes with a 2.8 -12mm varifocal lens with integrated IR leds for night time viewing. The range of the high powered LEDs can operate up to 30 metres. As this is a networked camera it comes with Video motion detection built in and is able to activate alarms on facial detection. Audio is also a feature of this camera and as with all the top cameras in the Hikvision suite it supports edge recording via it’s SD slot. You can also choose how to power this unit, POE or 12V DC are both provided for.

 

A recent independent assessment  of the camera carried out by Benchmark magazine gave this camera an 80% mark, a percentage ranking that was only bettered by the AXISP3365-V, no disgrace there.

Setting up the unit is simple but any problems are easily solved by reading through the CD provided with the camera. Image quality is not the best when compared with the AXIS camera equivalent . The pictures are darker than some may expect and this has been noted but from a price point much lower than most HD static domes it can be overlooked.

Hikvision have also been able to gain a large amount of the monitoring market place. Their NVR and DVR integrate nicely into the IMMIX monitoring platform and as result Hikvision are selling into the UK on a huge scale. It looks like Hivision are here to stay.

 

Axis T90 IR illuminators

  • AXIS T90A Illuminators – High-performance illumination for all conditions
  • Adaptive illumination
  • Energy saving
  • Long life and low maintenance
  • Vandal-resistant
  • IP66-rated

High-performance illuminators for Axis fixed and PTZ network cameras

AXIS T90A Illuminators is a series of high-performance white and infra-red LED illuminators designed for Axis network cameras. They provide unique flexibility to alter the angle of on site illumination to suit specific security needs, and to match the network camera´s field of view.

Lower operational and maintenance costs

AXIS T90A Illuminators are high-efficiency LED’s with advanced control methods for extremely low energy consumption. They allow for huge savings in long-term operational and maintenance costs compared to traditional light bulbs.

Night-time video surveillance with outstanding reliability

The illuminators provide additional light in applications where the surrounding lighting conditions may be insufficient for effective video surveillance. The new surface-mount technology LED’s have a life-cycle of up to 10 years. No light bulbs need to be replaced. AXIS T90A Illuminators also have IP66-rated vandal-resistant casings and polycarbonate lens protection for indoor and outdoor use. This makes them perfect for security installations that require high-performance and low-maintenance illumination.

Applications:

  • Low-light surveillance – 24 hours/day: where light conditions are less than optimal.
  • Discreet surveillance: where the use of artificial light is restricted.
  • Indoor and outdoor: IP66-rated vandal-resistant casings and polycarbonate lens protection for indoor and outdoor use

Note: Power over Ethernet versions are for indoor use only

Video Encoders

Video encoders are taken for granted in the CCTV industry today but perhaps without realizing it they are the most underestimated tool in the box. Traditionally expensive, with little thought as to how they may be best deployed, manufacturers have been churning out various offerings in the last few years. Used to transform analogue cameras onto an IP platform they offer the ability to re-use existing infrastructure and insert it into new Video management software to give end users an upgrade path to IP.

 

There are an estimated 100 million or more analogue CCTV cameras installed in the world today . With IP grabbing all the headlines most would have you believe that they are of no use going forward. Nothing could be further from the truth. The average lifetime of many of these cameras is six to eight years, so many systems out there have plenty of life left in them yet.

Video encoders can bridge between analogue CCTV and IP this offers a world of opportunity.

 

As a result we would expect to see the following happen.

 

1)      The price of encoders to half in the next year.

2)      More companies who have committed to IP appreciate that supplying a cost effective encoder will mean more chance of sales further down the line.

3)      More installers encouraging the use of encoders to prolong the life of existing infrastructure.

 

Slow growth of IP has been blamed on analogue technology becoming cheaper, but in reality it is more likely people are reluctant to throw away what they have. It seems that if we make it easier for people to get into a position where they can have HD cameras without losing what they have already installed then we will all be onto a winner.

 

 

 

Hyperion IR illuminator

LED Infrared Illuminators

Hyperion is the a new Italian designed product currently causing a bit of a stir within the professional IR illuminator sector. It has a special cable management designed bracket similar to one you would expect to see with your cameras. It has been specially developed to work with CCTV equipment and comes in several different formats to allow for use at variable distances and light spread requirements. It is user friendly and makes installations simple. Its design is suitable to used on high end buildings and specialized projects. Very much a top of the range IR illuminator the absence of an external PSU makes the aesthetics work well. With low power consumption and long life guarantee this is very much a light to be considered when building design requires a unit that will not offend.

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Cable management angle adjusting Infrared LED Illuminator.

Cable Management

Vandal proof with cable protection

3D Angle Adjusting System

Screw with locking system

Hikvision HD CCTV

Once again Hikvision is making the headlines for all the right reasons. Their market share has risen significantly last year and is expected to continue this trend during 2014. This was outlined when for the third year on the run, Hikvision has dominated the rankings for sales of CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment. The 10.9% market share makes it the largest seller of CCTV products in the world. The upward trend in 2013 means that sales are up from 8% in 2012 an advance of over 30%.

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What is more Hikvison either maintained or advanced its stake in every single market segment that was measured. Perhaps the biggest achievement was becoming the top Hardware NVR manufacturer and this from an almost standing start as in 2012. Remember Hikvision did not even appear in the top ten NVR providers last year.

Other factors to note is that Hikvision maintained its run at the top as the world number 1 DVR manufacturer, this was the for the fifth year in a row that this feat has been achieved . Analogue CCTV cameras are another big area of growth seeing an 11.9% market share. Network Security Cameras with a 13% share of the market signals a heavy bias on the growing demand for HD CCTV. Hikvision continue to work on VMS solutions and these are expected to figure heavily next year in the growth of this remarkable success storey

The outstanding performance across the board does seem to prove that Hikvision’s continued investment and innovation in the field of video surveillance products is paying off. In addition they have made a heavy investment into marketing. In the UK the Hikvison brand is now easily recognisable and HD CCTV solutions are proud to be selling the Hikvision brand as part of its portfolio of  HD cameras and NVRs. Increased sales are also evidence of a quality product at the right price.

The global CCTV market will continue to move towards HD CCTV as a minimum standard that the customer will be of expecting. As a result Hikvision has accelerated development of HD IP products and at the forefront of this is easy-to-use IP solution and Smart IP solution. It will be no surprise to see Hikvision continue to dominate the market with competitively priced systems for installers who need both quality and reliability to help their own businesses grow.