Camera Selection Guide 2017

CCTV Handbook 2017 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Dahua Technology

Supplier: Dahua Technology

Camera name: DH-IPC-PFW8601-A180

Resolution: 4096x832 @ 30 fps

Lighting Capabilities: 0,007 Lux/F1.8 (colour), 0 Lux/F1.8 (IR on)

Software provided with hardware? SmartPSS remote software

Onboard storage: microSD card 128 GB

Onboard intelligence: Tripwire, intrusion, object, abandoned/missing

Security features: Illegal access restriction, SSL

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: Both

Description: This three-sensor panoramic camera is ideal for bigger installations in malls or stadiums, and for areas that are more at risk of terrorist attacks, such as airports, which need intensive video surveillance.

Contact: Fritz Wang

Tel: +27 (0)72 628 6810

[email protected]


Category: Speciality (HDCVI)

Brand/Range name: Dahua Technology

Supplier: Dahua Technology

Camera name: DH-HAC-HF3805G

Resolution: 8 megapixels

Lighting Capabilities: 0,001 lux/F1.2 (colour), 0,0001 lux (black & white), Starlight

Software provided with hardware? iDMSS on Android, gDMSS on iOS, Smart PSS on Windows for local and remote control.

Onboard storage: No

Onboard intelligence: Privacy mask, people counting, tripwire, intrusion.

Security features: None

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: Neither

Description: The HF3805G, an HDCVI box camera, is the first HD-over-coax camera to achieve 4K ultra HD (8 megapixel) and supports long transmission distance up to 700 m. It features Starlight capability and 140 dB ultra WDR, and supports intelligent functions for evidence collection and analysis. It is ideal for mid-to-large-sized projects in critical areas.

Variations in range:

• Box camera, IR bullet, dome and fisheye cameras.

Contact: Fritz Wang

Tel: +27 (0)72 628 6810

[email protected]






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