PSI July 2019

SMOKE DETECTION
Hikvision – DS-2CD4A26FWD
This camera is a high-end outdoor bullet camera identified as part of
Hikvision’s DarkFighter range. The camera offers very high sensitivity and
1920 x 1080p HD performance with pre-installed firmware to provide video
analytic functions. These can be selected from options including Audio
Exception, Defocus, Scene Change, Face, Line Crossing, Intrusion, Region Entrance,
Region Exiting, Unattended Baggage and Object Removal Detection.
Review: The wide range of detection methods mean that this camera can fulfil the majority of current security video tasks. Its builtin
Infrared illuminator range and high sensitivity provide very good image quality even in challenging conditions.
Tyco – Illustra Flex IFS02P6INWIT
This Indoor HD PTZ dome is from the Illustra Flex range and has a 30 times optical and
12 times digital zoom range with IR illumination up to 25 metres. An external variant
has IR support to 150 metres.
Review: A very well constructed PTZ camera unit with straightforward connection and
configuration. Some minor issues encountered with setup functions and lens performance but overall,
good image quality and extended zoom range.
Hanwha Techwin – Wisenet PNM-9320VQP
The Wisenet PNM-9320VQP is a relatively large assembly that can house up
to 4 fixed camera modules for wide area coverage and with a PTZ camera
beneath fitted with a 32x zoom lens of 4.44mm to 142.6mm. The wide
range of fixed camera modules means that the camera can cover a full 360° field of view or 4
specific narrower views to suit the surveillance requirement.
Review: An interesting device to provide wide area surveillance with PTZ
support for close-up or automated tracking of subjects. The single network
connection means that an existing network camera can be upgraded to a multiview
capability without the need for additional network hardware.
Dahua DH-IPC-HF8835FP
This is an 8MP (UHD) box style camera with very high
sensitivity and intelligent video detection capabilities. It is
promoted as a Starlight+ camera. Due to the large format
of the CMOS sensor used, the lens mount is an M43 (Micro
four thirds) bayonet-style connection.
Review: It is likely that lens choice will be limited for some time unless this mount finds more common usage in the security industry.
Various compact mirrorless digital cameras use the M43 format so this may be the best way to provide a variety of options, but
controlled zoom versions may be limited and expensive.
Flir – CC-3103-01-I
This is an IP66 rated corner mounting 3MP IP camera from the Flir Ariel range with
a lens viewing angle designed to provide wall to wall and ceiling to floor coverage
of the surveyed area. It has a curved front plate to ensure no grip is possible and
that no ligature can be attached. A microphone allows sound to be captured and
discrete infrared illumination is available for low or zero visible light use.
Review: This camera is very simple to get up and running and has a wide range of settings to optimise its
performance. Image quality and colour rendition is very good and alarm settings are clearly laid out and
function well. The ease of browser access was a welcome change from some supplier offerings.
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