Camera Selection Guide 2021

CCTV Handbook 2021 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: Speciality

Brand/Range name: Kedacom

Supplier(s): Forbatt SA

Camera name: DSJ-U1 LPN

Maximum resolution: 2 MP (1920 x 1080) @ 25 fps

Lighting Capabilities: 15 metre range IR built-in

Software provided with camera: Free camera management software

Onboard storage: 32 GB ROM and support for 128 GB SD card

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: The DSJ-U1 LPN features a 2 GHz Qualcomm 8-core processor, various shortcut buttons, and support for 3G/4G/Wi-Fi transmission as well as GPS or GLONASS positioning. Its IP67 rating, 2 metre drop protection and support for removable mounting clips make it adaptable to numerous environments.

Variations in range:

• Optional extendable camera types (button, badge, ear-hook)

Contact: Sales

Tel: +27 11 469 3598

[email protected]



Category: Speciality

Brand/Range name: Kedacom

Supplier(s): Forbatt SA

Camera name: IPC523-F255-NL

Maximum resolution: 2 MP (1920 x 1080) @ 25 fps

Lighting Capabilities: Starlight technology with laser distance up to 1500 m and 55x optical zoom

Software provided with camera: Free camera management software

Onboard storage: 128 GB SD card

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Detection of guard line, enter/exit guard area, object left/removal, gathering, audio surge

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: The IPC523-F255-NL is a high-performance laser PTZ network camera giving the ability to view distances of 1,5 km at night time with HD quality. Features include a 2 MP 1/2,8-inch progressive scan CMOS sensor, high definition and smooth picture, H.265 video codec that saves up to 50% bandwidth and storage, 120 dB ultra WDR, auto-adjusting laser and HLC/3D noise reduction.

Variations in range:

• Various lens and laser range options from 1,5 km to 5 km night view

Contact: Sales

Tel: +27 11 469 3598

[email protected]



Category: Speciality

Brand/Range name: IDEMIA

Camera name: Augmented Vision

Maximum resolution: 2560 x 960 @ 15 fps

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Forensic tagging feature adds enhanced metadata to identify individuals for future augmented recognition. Multiple configurable alert lists supported

Description: The SC8131 is a stereo counting camera, armed with Vivotek’s 3D depth technology and video surveillance functionality, providing real-time, precise tracking video and high-accuracy counting up to 98%. The stereo camera generates data information such as people counting, giving business owners key metrics to effectively make operating decisions and increase ROI.

Contact: Chelesile Moya

Tel: +27 11 601 5500

[email protected]





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