23/12/2015
WITH DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AS ITS CORE, IP SECURITY PROVIDES MANY ADVANTAGES
There is a growing industry trend towards replacing analog CCTV with IP security. The shift from analog to digital technology represents a new way of thinking when a security system is to be installed, upgraded or expanded.
NEW IP SECURITY
INSTALLATION
Digital IP video technology becomes an obvious choice for cost effective, future-proof security installations that improve security and business management.
UPGRADE EXISTING
CCTV TO IP SECURITY
Bring new functionality, such as remote accessibility, which allows users to see security video from any computer on the Internet, to analog equipment.
EXPAND EXISTING
CCTV WITH IP SECURITY
Guarantee security system expansion with a scalable solution, based on standard equipment, and future-proof capacity to integrate with other systems.
The rise of digital technology has exposed analog’s security many shortcomings. UCIT’s IP-based security delivers real-time surveillance, remote accessibility, and a scalable, future-proof solutions with great capacity to integrate with other systems including access control and building management systems to help you prepare for potential business growth and upcoming technology challenges.
Transitioning to IP digital security does not mean you have to discard your existing analog investments. Video encoders enable a cost-effective way to integrate your analog surveillance system and gain the benefits of network video technology.
Benefits of Going Digital
With digital technology as its core, IP security provides all these advantages and many more
Open technology standards: IP solutions run on standard networks and utilize off-the-shelf equipment
If there is an existing network, the IP security solution takes advantage of existing cables
An IP camera is easy to install and move to another place (attach each new camera directly to the network)
Simultaneous record and playback; advanced search capabilities
No image degradation, megapixel images, improved compression
Remote accessibility — users can see surveillance images from any computer on the Internet
A network (IP) camera processes the audio and sends both audio & video over the same network cable
IP-based digital security systems have great extend and integration potential
CCTV’s Shortcomings
The rise of digital security has exposed analog’s many shortcomings
Closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems require maintenance intensive proprietary equipment
An analog (CCTV) solution always requires new installation of dedicated cables and monitors
All cables produce problems when used for the transmission of video signals
The quality of the images recorded is often unsatisfactory, particularly if used for official investigations
In an analog system, separate audio and video cables must be installed from endpoint to endpoint
CCTV surveillance systems offer no remote accessibility
CCTV systems are notoriously difficult to integrate with other systems
Things to consider when a security is to be installed, upgraded or expanded
Ensure that time and money isn’t lost on an outdated, inefficient solution
Find out if the security solution you’re planning is future proof and you are prepared for business growth.
UCIT’s security installations based on IP digital video technology guarantee security system expansion with a scalable solution, based on standard equipment.
Should you buy everything new or can you retrofit existing equipment?
UCIT experts will use all equipment from previous installations, however, in order to ensure the optimal security system is in place, our trained staff may suggest the installation of additional IP cameras.
Can the system connect and function with the access control and surveillance systems in place?
UCIT’s security system has open standards and can integrate with different cameras, access control systems, and software on the security market.
Will you be able to follow and identify people or objects, even from far away?
UCIT suggests utilizing cameras that allow to pan, tilt and zoom in from a distance.
Will the cameras show movement and detail in dark, foggy or smoky conditions?
To see through complete darkness, smoke and other challenging conditions we suggest utilizing thermal and low-light cameras.
Do you have to buy extra equipment to install cameras outdoors?
UCIT recommends using cameras that are outdoor-ready straight out of the box.
Will you be able to track anything, anywhere live?
UCIT offers a centralized monitoring and command center with real-time video from all cameras. In addition, the management of the site can monitor the area of interest remotely from any networked computer.
