A form of security which is becoming increasingly popular is Closed Circuit TV Systems which are designed as an aid to crime prevention by supplying a visual deterrent with the added benefit of being able to record an incident which may occur within area. Most criminals would think twice before attempting an attack on premises protected by a CCTV system. A standard system comprises of a Camera, Monitor with the option of a Time Lapse VCR or Digital Recorder and Video Transmission to provide specified areas with monitoring and recording.

With research and development in this area today’s technology enables us to offer monochrome and colour cameras for special application such as RS232 controlled, Pan & Tilt, Miniature and covert. Our security Consultants will be pleased to recommend the system most suited to your needs.

 
Differences between Analog and Digital Video Recording
Classification
DVR System

Analog System
 

Storing
Method
Digital
Analog
Medium
HDD
Video Tape
Key Points
Semi-permanent to store
Automatic back-up
Frequent replacement of video tapes
Substantial storage for tapes required
Recording Length
Unlimited with additional HDD of PC
Up to one video cassette
Video Quality
Excellent to image improving effect with high resolution, High quality which do not degrade over time
Low quality, noise & quiver due to reuse of tapes
Searching
Ability to search multiple storage sites with various search functions including instant search
Difficult and very time-consuming to retrieve video
Event Recording
Possible to record selectively with various mode so can make to extend recording length
Inefficient non-continuous event recording
Remote Surveillance
PSTN/ISDN/ADSL/LAN
No
Motion Detection
Possible to record videos as motion detected
No
Still Image
Excellent still picture
Noise or Image distortion
Screen Split
Various screen split mode
Additional device required
Maintenance Cost
No additional cost required
Replacement, storage, management of tapes, VCR head replacement
Peripherals
No additional device required
Quad, Multiplexer, Frame switcher and others