Public Services > Benefits of IP CCTV

Key benefits of network-based CCTV in public security schemes.

Use of existing infrastructures

IP networks are the most common networks used for data communication. The widespread availability of IP networks within public organisations and the ease by which they can be extended provides the opportunity to install / operate CCTV at significantly reduced cost. Technologies such as Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), Ethernet-over-Coax and wireless connectivity all add flexibility and offer cost savings.

Central monitoring

The possibility to monitor a large number of remote cameras / sites from one central location offers huge cost saving potential.

Efficient system management

Networked video systems have many automated and advanced features, significantly reducing the time and resources spent on monitoring, managing and maintaining a video system.

Improved security

Advanced system features improve the security provided. Examples are:

• Intelligent Video Analysis to spot suspicious activity
• Facial Recognition to identify known criminals
• Intelligent Video Motion Detection to reduce false alarms
• Two-way Audio adds sound to video and allows broadcasting verbal warnings or pre-recorded messages
• Megapixel resolution for higher definition images
• Automatic Number Plate Recognition to identify stolen vehicles

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