Camera Selection Guide 2017

CCTV Handbook 2017 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Bosch

Supplier: Akhanani Distributors

Camera name: Autodome IP 4000 HD

Resolution: 1080p

Software provided with hardware? Bosch Video Client

Onboard storage: Memory card (up to 32 GB microSDHC 2 TB microSDXC).

Onboard intelligence: The camera uses intelligent dynamic noise reduction which actively analyses the contents of a scene and reduces noise artifacts accordingly.

Security features: Three-level password protection; HTTPS with an SSL certificate stored in the camera.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF Profile S

Description: When used in combination with the Video Security App from Bosch, the camera supports dynamic transcoding technology, which allows for streaming high-resolution H.264 video, to pan/tilt/zoom the camera, and to search recorded clips remotely through mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets, all on a low-bandwidth network connection.

Variations in range:

• Choice of 720p25/30 or1080p25/30 resolutions.

Contact: Morne v.d. Helde

Tel: +27 (0)11 613 7299

[email protected]


Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Bosch

Supplier: Refer to dealer locator at http://africa.boschsecurity.com

Camera name: DINION IP starlight 7000 HD

Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Lighting Capabilities: 0,0069 lux colour, 0,0008 lux mono

Software provided with hardware? Bosch Video Client

Onboard storage: Supports up to 32 GB microSDH /2 TB microSDXC

Onboard intelligence: Intelligent Video Analytics with added capacity to deliver the highest level of accuracy and enhanced with 17 video analytics algorithms

Security features: Three-level password protection, protected web browser access and firmware updates, Trusted Platform Module and Public Key Infrastructure support.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF Profile S, Q and G

Description: High-performance IP box camera for IVA-optimised, mission-critical, HD surveillance in low light conditions. The latest sensor technology, combined with sophisticated noise suppression, provides excellent light sensitivity. This camera offers excellent dynamic range of up to 120 dB, frame rates of up to 60 ips and video analytics at the edge.

Variations in range:

• 1080p or 720p models @ 60 fps

Contact: Quintin van den Berg

Tel: +27 (0)11 651 9600/4

[email protected]


Category: Thermal

Brand/Range name: Bosch

Supplier: Refer to dealer locator at http://africa.boschsecurity.com

Camera name: DINION IP thermal 8000

Resolution: 640 x 480

Software provided with hardware? Bosch Video Client

Onboard storage: Supports up to 32 GB microSDHC / 2 TB microSDXC

Onboard intelligence: Intelligent Video Analytics with powerful features including simple calibration, false alarm reduction and extended range identification.

Security features: Three-level password protection, protected web browser access and firmware updates, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) support.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF Profile S

Description: DINION IP thermal 8000 combines thermal imaging and intelligent video analytics at the edge, making it suitable for mission-critical applications that require video content analysis over longer distances up to 762 m. Designed for outdoor use, it ensures early detection of objects up to 5850 m in environments with limited visibility.

Variations in range:

• Various lens (7,5 mm, 9 mm, 16,7 mm, 19 mm, 35 mm and 65 mm) and resolution options (VGA & QVGA).

Contact: Quintin van den Berg

Tel: +27 (0)11 651 9600/4

[email protected]






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