Tech Watch

Feb 1, 2008 12:00 PM

Whether they are placed in frigid temperatures, sweltering heat, water-ridden facilities or chemically infused environments, these cameras function without failure. Some can also withstand deliberate attacks.

Weatherproof Dome Bullet Camera

FEATURES SUPPLIER'S INTENSIFIER TECHNOLOGY

The weatherproof and tamperproof HT-INTD8 Dome Bullet Camera adds to the supplier's Intensifier Series, which includes cameras that maximize existing light to generate color pictures in darkness. The camera features 560 lines of resolution and a 2.8- to 12-mm auto iris varifocal lens that indicates a wider zoom range to fit more applications. The camera also includes noise reduction circuitry along with a virtual 3-D filter built into the digital signal processor (DSP) to enable a DVR to perform 30 percent better compression in scenes typically subject to video noise. The capability helps to improve the appearance of low-light images and decreases hard drive space requirements. HT-INTD8, Speco Technologies (specotech.com) Circle No. 1 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Weather-Resistant Dome Network Camera

FEATURES 30× ZOOM AND SUPER DYNAMIC III TECHNOLOGY

Panasonic's WV-NW964 Weather-Resistant Dome Network Camera includes Super Dynamic III technology, which delivers 128× wider dynamic range than conventional cameras. Features include dual-stream MPEG4/JPEG output, a Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot for onboard recording, adaptive digital noise reduction, video motion detection and auto-tracking, pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) control and an auto image stabilizer. The camera's enclosure is IP66-rated and water- and dust-resistant. It also includes a built-in fan, heater and sun shield for functionality in direct sunlight. WV-NW964, Panasonic (panasonic.com/security) Circle No 2 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Explosion-Protected Day/Night Camera

FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 1 ENVIRONMENTS

The EX72N Series Explosion-Protected Integrated Day-Night camera is designed to deliver effective, round-the-clock surveillance at hazardous locations. The camera is certified for Class I, Division 1 environments, which may contain flammable gases, combustible liquid-produced vapor and combustible carbonaceous dusts. The camera is available with a day/night mechanical filter CCD for daytime color and 40-ft. active infrared night vision under low-light conditions. The camera is suitable for petrochemical facilities, chemical plants and pharmaceutical labs. EX72N Series, Extreme CCTV (extremecctv.com) Circle No. 3 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Outdoor IP Camera

INCLUDES IMAGE STABILIZER

The VN-V686WPU IP66-rated vandalproof IP camera from JVC Professional Products Co. features a 36× optical zoom lens with a direct drive mechanism to provide fast and accurate PTZ functionality. The camera is housed in an IP66 vandal- and weatherproof housing that includes a built-in fan and heater. Other features include ¼-in CCDs with 380,000 effective pixels, full-motion dual-stream JPEG and MPEG4, a 360-degree rotating capability that delivers images from any direction at up to 30 frames-per-second (fps) and an IR cut-off filter removal function. The optical zoom lens can be controlled remotely via a network interface with up to 100 camera presets. VN-V686WPU, JVC Professional Products Co. (pro.jvc.com) Circle No. 4 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Vandalproof IP Mini-Dome

BUILT TO WITHSTAND TEMPERATURE AND WEATHER VARIATIONS

The Nextiva S2700e-VR by Verint is a vandal-resistant IP mini-dome camera designed to capture high-quality images in indoor and outdoor environments. Built to withstand variations in temperature and weather, the camera features an alloy casing and polycarbonate dome to protect the device from tampering, as well as from dust, rain and extreme temperatures. The camera delivers dual-stream, DVD-quality video and is designed for color or day-to-night usage. Low lux sensitivity produces clear, crisp images in poor lighting conditions. The dome can be surface-mounted on ceilings or walls and features a triple-axis rotation system for flexible camera placement and adjustment. It is built on industry standards to enable interoperability with existing IT infrastructure and video equipment. Nextiva S2700e-VR, Verint (verint.com) Circle No. 5 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Impact-Resistant Dome Cameras

COMPATIBLE WITH VICONNET DIGITAL VIDEO MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Three new models in the supplier's Roughneck V910 series offer high-security cameras in a compact, domed housing for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The three IP models — a high-resolution color camera, a day/night camera and a Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) camera that features Pixim digital pixel processing — offer Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) and 3.3- to 12-mm varifocal lenses. A new analog model also is available in a WDR version. The camera accepts 24vAC and includes an isolated power input. V910 series cameras are designed to mount directly to a wall or ceiling with pendant and in-ceiling mounting options available. The cameras can be positioned and adjusted horizontally or vertically for any desired view. Tamper-resistant screws make the cameras resistant to vandalism. Roughneck V910 series, Vicon Industries (vicon-cctv.com) Circle No. 6 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

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