Hi Res Mobotix IP Security Cameras vs Conventional Analog CCTV Cameras

The higher the resolution, the more accurate the detail in the image.

With analogue technology (Conventional cameras), a recorded image generally has no more than 0.1 megapixels (CIF). One single Logical MOBOTIX camera with 3.1 megapixels records around 30 times more detail. As a result, larger image areas with up to 360° allround views are possible, thus reducing the number of cameras, and therefore the costs. For example, four lanes of a petrol station can be recorded with one Logical MOBOTIX camera instead of four conventional cameras.

The cameras can record up to 2048 x 1536 pixels which in today's technology is better than a Full HD TV image which is 1920 x 1080 pixels! (Approx 2.1 megapixels in camera terminology).

Usually, cameras only supply the images while the processing and recording is done later on a central PC using expensive video management software. This traditional centralised structure has many limitations, since it requires high network bandwidth and the PC processing power is not enough for several cameras. An HDTV MPEG4 film already puts considerable strain on a PC, so how can it be expected to process dozens of high-resolution live cameras?

Traditional centralised systems are therefore less suitable and inefficient when compared with high-resolution systems due to the high number of PCs needed.

High speed computer computer and digital long term memory are built-in:

Unlike other systems, with the decentralised MOBOTIX concept, a high-speed computer and if necessary, digital long-term memory (MicroSD Card) is built into every camera, potentially providing several days of recording time.

The PC and the video control centre now serve only for viewing and controlling the cameras (PTZ), not for analysis or recording. This makes it unnecessary to purchase expensive video management software, as the most important and computer-intensive functions are already integrated in the Logical MOBOTIX cameras.

MOBOTIX video solutions therefore require significantly fewer cameras, fewer storage devices
and lower network bandwidth:

• FEWER CAMERAS: Due to the more more accurate detail of wide-angle images with megapixel technology
• FEWER STORAGE DEVICES: Because in the decentralised system, 10 times the standard number of cameras can simultaneously store high-resolution HDTV video with sound on one PC/server.
• LOWER NETWORK BANDWIDTH: Because everything is processed in the camera itself and the high-resolution images therefore do not have to be constantly transferred for analysis.

MOBOTIX cameras do not require any lens or positioning motors

• NO MOVING PARTS: MOBOTIX cameras are so robust that maintenance is reduced to a minimum.
• The unique temperature range from -30° to +60°C (-22° to +140°F) is achieved without heating or fan at only 3 watts power consumption.
• Since no PC hard disk is required for recording, there are no parts that wear out in the entire video system.

No software or licensing cost with a Logical Mobotix Solution:

• NO SOFTWARE OR LICENSING COST WITH A LOGICAL MOBOTIX SOLUTION: The software is always supplied within the camera - for an unlimited number of cameras and users.
• The software package supplied with the camera also includes professional control centre software.
• Updates are supplied free of charge on the website.
• The system component price for a weatherproof camera including lens, software and day-to-day recording on the SD card costs under $1,500 plus GST (Does not include camera installation).

• If the MicroSD card in the camera(s) is not enough we recommend using " Network Attached Storage " (NAS) drives.
• The camera(s) are programmed to send the required footage to a nominated NAS. In some instances we may engineer multiple NAS units spread out throughout an installation.
• Commercial grade NAS devices with additional redundancy such as Mirrored Hard Disks etc are available and memory capacity is only limited by your imagination as theoretically an infinite number of NAS devices can be installed on any system.

If the technology isn't impressive enough then consider the fact that as the system is utilising today's evolving technological platform (Common Ethernet Data network) rather than dedicated CCTV network cabling.

• The system is viewable and controllable by any compatible device such as a PC or smart phone (Iphone, Android, Windows phone etc).
• Audio recording is built into every camera and audio can even be played from the camera to scare off intruders if motion is detected at any time, between certain hours or with an interface signal from the security system to indicate the premises is armed!
• All cameras use the robust CMOS lenses and not old CCD lens technology with all their inefficiencies such as flaring out when headlights are shined at the camera.
• The cameras are extremely vandal resistant, waterproof, dustproof and robust by design, they can even be high pressure water cleaned!
• The entire camera system configuration can be saved to USB stick and instantly run from any compatible PC the USB stick is inserted into!
• The cameras can even use inbuilt analytics set off an alarm if motion is detected in a certain direction only or only if a small object passes by such as a person and not a vehicle! Conventional cameras simply cannot achieve this.