Benefits of IP CCTV Systems Explained
High Quality Images – Using digital cameras, processing and storage ensures that picture quality is always high, as there is no degradation of image quality as with analogue equipment
Simplified User Interface – The playback and search facilities are far superior to those of analogue systems, enabling immediate search and archive by events. Pictures of alarm events can also be scheduled and instantly sent by email for playback.
Remote Accessibility – Can be accessed over the internet providing quicker access. Images can also be stored at remote locations for added security and convenience.
Future Proof Investment – Any investment in IP-surveillance is for the long term as it uses a technology which is quickly gaining recognition in the security industry. Equipment from several manufacturers can be used in the same system. It also makes it easier to expand your IP CCTV system in the future.
Cost Effective – IP CCTV systems can function with an existing analogue one. It can be configured to receive the same video and alarm signalling as the existing analogue system. As both systems are capable of independent operation, there is no need to dispose of existing equipment until you are ready to expand the IP CCTV system, saving on initial installation and equipment costs.
Integration – IP CCTV can easily be integrated into your existing network systems, e.g. access control, company intranets, alarm systems etc.
The main advantages of IP CCTV are:
- Store as many recordings from as many cameras as you want
- Image quality is superior and doesn’t degrade over multiple copies or time
- It’s easy to sort through recorded data
- Can connect remotely via the internet and view images at any time
- Can be integrated into your existing networks reducing installation costs
- Can deliver high definition or megapixel images
- Can run alongside an existing analogue system
- Digital data can be transmitted via Wireless links for many Km
- Remotely viewed on I Phones
- POE CCTV devices allow power to be delivered along a single signal cable reducing the need for electrical installation.