Choosing a Network Camera The top 10 factors for making the right choice

Not all network cameras are created equal Network cameras are the future but… How to understand the differences between the available products and make a good, informed decision?

Focus 10 important factors to consider to make the right network camera choice

High image quality 1

1. High image quality If you don’t have good image quality, all the other factors and features really don’t matter

1. High image quality Consider the network camera’s: Make sure to field test a few of the camera choices Light sensitivityLevel of image clarityLens What is the image quality when there is motion in the image?

Part of a wide product portfolio 2

2. Part of a wide product portfolio Think system: Choose vendors who maintain a full product line

2. Part of a wide product portfolio Easier to upgrade functionality and expand system Network cameras  Fixed cameras, fixed domes, and PTZ dome cameras Any existing analog system?  Video servers and video decoders Wide range of accessories  Housings and other related equipment Never limit your system and choices

Extensive application support and ease of integration 3

3. Application support & ease of integration Never limit your application, options, and functionalities

3. Application support & ease of integration The network camera must have open interfaces (API) and multiple software from which to choose Think medium to long-term  Opens systems and open platforms will always prevail  Axis’ VAPIX®: the global API standard in network video  400+ Application Development Partners worldwide

Compression fully compliant with JPEG and MPEG-4 standards 4

4. Compression compliant: JPEG & MPEG-4 99% compliance means no compliance

4. Compression compliant: JPEG & MPEG-4 The camera must adhere 100% to JPEG and MPEG-4 standards  Flexibility to use video for many different applications  Long-term access to recorded video Are the licensing fees paid by the vendor?  If yes, how many licenses are included  If no – You will need to pay for the licenses, or – The compression is not following the standard

Tools for managing large deployments 5

5. Tools for managing large deployments Consider the cost to set IP addresses and update all the cameras. How easy and seamless will it be?

5. Tools for managing large deployments Network cameras have an IP address and built-in firmware. Take advantage of this! The network camera maker should have tools to manage these processes  Capability to automatically locate and monitor status of all network video devices

Extensive networking functionality and security 6

6. Extensive networking functionality/security Consider the attitude of your IT department

6. Extensive networking functionality/security Plugging into an Ethernet connection with an IP address is only a basic functionality: is this enough for your system? Make sure the camera provides adequate functionality and security  DHCP, to manage IP addresses  HTTPS security  802.1x  IPv6

Progressive scan sensor 7

7. Progressive scan sensor What do you want your video surveillance images to look like?

7. Progressive scan sensor No "flickering" effect, no jagged edges or blurring Enables the user to view detail within a moving image such as a person running away Produces the best results in clarity and recognizing important details

Power over Ethernet 8

8. Power over Ethernet Wouldn’t you like to save up to $300 per camera?

Keep your system operational even during power outages (UPS) Make sure the camera’s PoE feature is in accordance with the IEEE 802.3af standard 8. Power over Ethernet (PoE) No need for power outlet at camera location Freedom to select from a wide array of network cameras from major vendors Example: 10 cameras * 300 USD = 3,000 USD savings!

8. Power over Ethernet Both network cameras with and without built-in support for PoE can take advantage of a UPS device

Distributed intelligence 9

9. Distributed intelligence Do you need all the information? Can you handle it?

9. Distributed intelligence A good network camera should act as an intelligent gatekeeper  Today: Alarm handling; Motion detection; Audio detection; Event manager in cameras/servers  Tomorrow: Greater functionality; more advanced intelligence; more intelligence on site Video intelligence requires a large amount of processing power Make sure the network camera has purpose-built, highly integrated hardware

9. Distributed intelligence Send ONLY essential information

9. Distributed intelligence Hallway Door Excluded Included

Vendor history and focus 10

10. Vendor history and focus Your network camera manufacturer is going to be a partner for a long time

10. Vendor history and focus Choose a solid and focused partner  Installed base of network cameras and other networking products?  Are network cameras only a fraction of the company’s business?  Local representation and support?  Global player with local reach?  Reference installs?

Conclusion Be absolutely certain to choose a camera and company that offer  Excellent image quality  A wide, consistent product portfolio  Open interfaces  Extensive networking capability  The potential for a long and beneficial partnership Don’t sacrifice future security just to save a little money upfront

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