Camera Selection Guide 2017

CCTV Handbook 2017 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: IP

Brand/Range name: TruVision

Supplier: UTC Fire and Security

Camera name: TVB-5405

Resolution: 2592 x 1944

Lighting Capabilities: DWDR, true day/night, 50 m IR, 3D DNR, motorised IR cut filter.

Software provided with hardware? TruVision Navigator allows connection of the latest generation of IP cameras and viewing of recordings, live video, as well as receiving and validating incoming events.

Onboard storage: 128 GB SDHC card

Onboard intelligence: Face, audio exception, intrusion, de-focus, scene change, cross line, advanced motion, region entrance and exit, and object removal and left behind detection; electronic image stabilisation; region of interest; defog; object counting.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF profile (G,S), PSIA, CGI

Description: This IP bullet form factor camera leverages the latest H.265 video compression to bring state of-the-art, high-definition pictures to the mass video surveillance market. Equipped with advanced technology and signal processing capability, it effectively captures video under challenging conditions.

Variations in range:

• 2 MP, 3 MP and 5 MP. Bullet or dome, all with VF lens

Contact: Randhir Seodutt

Tel: +27 (0)11 579 7300

[email protected]


Category: Speciality - Hybrid

Brand/Range name: TruVision

Supplier: UTC Fire and Security

Camera name: TVB-2406

Resolution: 8 megapixels

Lighting Capabilities: True day/night, 100 m IR, 3D DNR, motorised IR cut filter, WDR

Software provided with hardware? TruVision Navigator allows connection of the latest generation of IP cameras and viewing of recordings, live video, as well as receiving and validating incoming events.

Description: These cameras offer a combination of performance and resolution. The bullet and dome provide motorised lens control which facilitates installation and image adjustment. From the TVR12HD/44HD the installer can remotely control the focal length and precisely adjust the camera focus, simplifying both installation and maintenance.

Variations in range:

• Bullet or dome, all with VF lens.

Contact: Randhir Seodutt,

Tel: +27 (0)11 579 7300

[email protected]






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