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This page is provided to help explain each category listed in our category column. We have had many requests to explain what is in each category and in some cases why we put it there. So, I hope this will alleviate the issues and make the website easier to navigate and find what you are looking for.

CATEGORIES

A) CATEGORY EXPLANATION-Developed to explain the individual categories listed and what is in them.

B) ANALOG CAMERAS-This is the main analog camera category listed and will show all products listed under the Analog Cameras category. These cameras record to a DVR which can be networked to review remotely or off-site.

Box Cameras-These are the standard cameras for the industry and are used in almost every application, but must be used with added equipment such as lenses, housings and mounts for outdoor use.

Dome Cameras-Dome cameras are used in both indoor and outdoor applications, they can be vandal proof for both indoor and outdoor applications. There are many versions and can have vari-focal lenses, dual voltage operation, smoked and clear outer dome covers, day/night and much more. They are mostly 3 axis, but most can use wall mounts. These units can be purchased with or without infrared illumination.

Bullet Cameras-Bullet cameras come in various forms such as units with and without infrared illumination. These days most bullet style cameras do have infrared built-in. There are also vandal proof versions of these cameras available. These units come with mounts, and some with cable management mounts which run the cable through the mount for a more protected installation. These cameras are easy to install, can have vari-focal lenses, infrared, super versatile.

Pan-Tilt-Zoom-Pan-Tilt-Zoom or PTZ cameras do just what they say they will do in their name. They will zoom in and out, pan left and right and go 360 degrees if required, and they will tilt up and down. There are various styles from the regular dome style to ruggedized units with infrared built-in. There are high speed units that move in an instant and there are also lower cost units that are slower but still will do all the movements. They are one of the most versatile cameras in our line. We even have tracking PTZ cameras that will detect motion and track that motion as well as units that can see up to 10 miles if necessary.

License Plate-These are License Plate Capture cameras and do what they are advertised in their names to do. They capture license plates whether the vehicle is moving or not we can capture those plates. There are definitely limitations as to what can be captured and at what speed, but our cameras are chosen for their effectiveness in the field. In other words they perform as advertised.

Specialty-This category is used to put in product that does not fall under the standard categories for cameras. These may be super small, have long range infrared, or some other special attribute.

Camera Lenses-Lenses are an integral part of the system. You can have the greatest camera available but if your lens is not right the camera will not be able to do it's job. The right lens for each application. We have fixed lenses as well as variable focus units in case the view needs to be altered during installation or after installation is complete. Lenses can vary in focal lengths as we can have very wide angle lenses or fisheye lenses at 2.5mm all the way up to 100mm and much more for longer range shots.

C) VIVOTEK IP CAMERAS-Vivotek is a major manufacturer of IP (internet protocol) network cameras (up to 2 megapixel resolution) and network recorders. There are many different styles and features of both cameras and recorders and H.264 codecs are available. Make sure before you buy IP camera systems that whichever software or hardware package you use is compatible with Vivotek and specific model numbers. IP cameras must be installed through a network switch. Most of these cameras are also PoE (power over ethernet) capable so separate power does not have to be run. Call if you have questions.

Box Cameras-These are the standard style cameras for the industry and are used in almost every application, but must be used with added equipment such as lenses, housings for outdoor use and mounts. These are manufactured by Vivotek and are just great cameras as far as IP cameras go. We have some that use H.264 codecs for longer record times to the hard drive.

Bullet Cameras-Vivotek manufactures some great bullet cameras. These units are built to last, and some are even rated at High Speed video ratings at 60 frames per second per camera, this will provide slow motion video to our users and can be used in license plate recognition scenarios. Most of the units will have built-in infrared illumination for areas where there is no lighting at night. We also have some H.264 versions of the bullets.

Pan-Tilt-Zoom-PTZ cameras are a limited group as far as IP PTZ's go. Vivotek PTZ cameras are quality made, and work very well in the field. They have two versions, one at 35X optical zoom and the other at 18X optical zoom. They are day/night cameras and are not available with infrared at this time, although separate IR illuminators can be used with these units.

IP Encoders-IP encoders have become an integral part of the upgrade from analog systems to IP. Normally IP and analog cannot mix unless you have a hybrid recorder, or use an encoder which takes the analog camera signal and makes it digital. So if you want to use an analog tracking PTZ camera let's say, (there aren't any yet in the IP arena) and you have a straight network video recorder (IP recorder) then you will put the IP encoder between the camera and the recorder so all becomes digital and the recorder can see it.

D) SURVEON IP CAMERAS-Surveon is another of the direct manufacturers that we represent. Surveon is somewhat new to all of us by name, but are the original equipment manufacturers (OEM) for many of the IP camera and server lines on the market today. They are teamed with Infortrend Inc. who is one of the biggest and most trusted server companies in the world. Try the new Surveon line, you will be amazed. Surveon is going forward with the standardization of platforms so these cameras can be used with almost any IP software, but it is not there yet so for the moment please use Surveon cameras in conjunction with Surveon recorders. Now, the recorders have been approved for use with Vviotek, Arecont Vision and many other camera systems so call for more information and compatibility.

Box Cameras-These are the standard style cameras for the industry and are used in almost every application, but must be used with added equipment such as lenses, housings for outdoor use and mounts. These are manufactured by Surveon and are just great cameras as far as IP cameras go. We have some that use H.264 codecs for longer record times to the hard drive.

Bullet Cameras-Surveon manufactures a few different bullet cameras that range from standard D1 resolution (704 X 480) all the way to 3 megapixels or (2048 x 1536 pixels). The cameras are H.264 codecs, have variable focal lenses, and come with infrared for those night time applications. SD card slots are also included for recording at the camera.

Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras-PTZ cameras are a limited group as far as IP PTZ's go. Surveon PTZ cameras are quality made, and work very well in the field. They have a few versions, one at 35X optical zoom another at 25X optical zoom and one more at 10X optical zoom. They are day/night cameras and are not available with infrared at this time, although separate IR illuminators can be used with these units.

E) RECORDING DEVICES-Our Recording Devices section encompasses a wide array of products. From basic analog digital video recorders to Hybrid units, Standalone NVR systems as well as our own manufactured line tha we call Maxum PI Pro and it is manufactured using NUUO software and DVR cards. We also manufacture a Hybrid unit up to 32 channels which means up to 32 cameras on one recorder and a mix of IP and analog cameras. We also distribute some units that are IP based but are also linux embedded, no software issues or camera licensing fees as with PC based systems.

Low Cost Linux DVR-These are the basics of CCTV recording, though these days they are much more than basic. These units come in 4 versions as far as cameras go, 4, 8, 16 and 32 channels and are all networkable for remote off-site viewing of your cameras. Most have looping outputs and are just real easy to use. Just add a hard drive and you are recording. Most are H.264 codecs for longer recording times.

Surveon NVR Systems-We are selling the Standalone Surveon recorders to start with and they come in 6, 10, 16 and 20 channel configurations. They are embedded windows operating systems and are very stable. These units unlike there counterparts from NUUO or Avermedia have local display (monitor output) for ease of use.

Maxum Std DVR Systems-We are proud to manufacture the Maxum PI Pro line of DVR's, NVR's and Hybrid digital video recorders. These systems are "Top Shelf and use only top quality components" units and come in versions from 4 to 64 channels depending on the needs. We use the NUUO software platform and these units perform as advertised. We have the H.264 codecs for longer record times and can record at 30 frames per second for each and every channel at CIF resolution (352 X 240) or in another version all the way to D1 resolution which is (720 X 480 pixels) and still at 30 frames per second per channel. We are amazed everyday at the effectiveness and quality of this unit. Call for more information.

Maxum Hybrid DVR's-As with the above described Maxum Std Systems, w also manufacture the Hybrid units and servers. We are pleased to provide these units in 4 to 32 channel configurations. We will not go over the 32 channels in a hybrid application as in most cases the end user is using megapixel cameras and going to 64 channels is a real push. We manufacture our equipment to meet the highest standards and are installed at military bases, large corporations, and government facilities across the world as well as in homes across the nation. Call for more information.

NEW! HD-SDI Recorders-This is the newest breed of DVR. We are excited to roll out a new addition to our CCTV lines. It is called "HD over Coax" and will accept up to 2 megapixel cameras using existing coax and cat5E cable. We are also proud to announce we are selling the newest systems that will provide up to 60 frames per second at 720P resolution. Wow, we are not impressed with much anymore as we have seen it all, but this stuff is impressive. Call for more info.

F) CCTV ACCESSORIES-This section

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