Review of JVC TK-C2301WPRE CCTV Dome Camera

JVC’s new day/night TK-C2301WPRE CCTV dome camera coming with14-bit second generation DSP and featuring industry-leading S/N ratio of 52 dB and glare-free IR imaging up to a distance of 5m puts everything you’d want from a surveillance camera into a stylish design. The processor implements various technologies that can improve the quality of video of the camera in various light conditions. So, to send a high-contrast video in low light, such as at dusk, TK-C2301WPRE uses proprietary Super LoLux technology  which retains the color of objects of observation, while the other analogues are no longer able to distinguish between them.

To work in a wide range of lighting conditions the new JVC cameras have a day/night feature, which is implemented in hardware and provides detailed video footage in color black and white up to 0.05 / 0.006 lx (50%, F1, 2). For the 27/7 video operation (including in the dark) the camera’s equipped with LED IR illuminator with a range of lights up to 20 meters, which is configured  not to have an effect of exposure when people approach within 5 meters both in the process of monitoring and viewing recorded video they can be easily identified.

The standards of TK-C2301WPRE  generally meet or exceed the requirements of most international standards such as IP66, and stably operates at temperatures from -10 ° to +50 ° C, and set to cover the optional heater operating temperature chamber up to -30 ° C. Besides, the case of the camera has high strengths and protects the electronics and lens from willful mechanical effects. In addition, TK-C2301WPRE consumes not much power, saving up to 40% and providing continuous monitoring of up to 93 000 hours.

Built-in varifocal lens allows the camera to choose the focal lengths in the range of 2.8 (F1.2) ~ 10.5 (F3.6) mm and angles from 100 ° to 24 °, and adjust its focus either electronically or manually. Electronically - Focus Adjustment Mode - the lens aperture fully opens for 30 seconds, during which the CCTV Dome camera  is being focused temporarily reducing the depth of field. To adjust the lens manually in a correct way TK-C2301WPRE uses a proprietary mechanism JVC Fine Focus Adjustment, which provides the observation of objects with specific lighting.

The most advanced  dynamic range ExDR Plus (Extended Dynamic Range)function implemented in the TK-C2301WPRE will form a detailed video with backlight, which can occur when using the camera in front of windows, glass doors, etc. Moreover, when combined ExDR Plus, and AGC (Automatic Gain Control) the camera provides a clear view of the individual parts across the frame. Also the new cameras include three-dimensional noise filter 3D DNR and effectively remove noise and artifacts in the image, tire the eyes of the operator monitoring system and impair the quality of the video.

As the security industry moves into a world of high definition imaging, JVC  is at the leading edge of this transition with high resolution IP-based video surveillance solutions. From Super LoLux HD cameras to high quality professional monitors, JVC continues to deliver products with exceptional power, performance and reliability.

Surveillance Cameras Can Pick Out Drunks

Recently it was announced that in Greece they will soon have surveillance cameras not just for observation, but also for picking drunk people out of a crowd. As the authors are reporting their main goal is to improve the security of airports, supermarkets, sports events and crowded areas. Georgia Koukiou and Vassilis Anastassopoulos, from the University of Patras in Greece also suggest the system could be used to stop the police or officials making mistakes based on ill-founded assumptions based on someone's appearance or behavior.
The new development of Greek scholars works in two days. First, the camera measures the color of a human face and as alcohol causes blood vessel dilation at the skin's surface, it will spot individual pixel-width differences by comparing different spots on the face.
Additionally, as a fact the temperature of dunk’s noise is warmer, while their foreheads remain relatively cool. The camera therefore utilizes thermal imaging technology to measure the temperature of an individual’s nose and forehead.

The scientists believe that combining two computer formulas in conjunction with camera can accurately detect drunk people in public areas and make actions, before the trouble occurs.

Maspro Home Security Camera For Tracking To Your Pets

Maspro Japanese electronics manufacturer is the author of this new home security camera which allows you to track your pets or family members via  PC or smartphone. The camera is equipped with wide-angle lens (110 degrees), so that placing it in the corner of the room, you can monitor the entire room.

The main advantage that makes Maspro security camera unique is the optimized function of digital zoom- a smooth special algorithm that detects moving objects in the frame and keeps tracking their movements. The role of the ‘’objects’’ can take pets, children or elderly, in other words, those to whom you need to watch over. In case there are more than one objects appearing in the view of the frame, the software allows you to switch between them pressing «Change Subject».

In addition to motion, the system can also monitor noise level and room temperature. The corresponding graphs are stored for up to 24 hours. Users can also be notified instantly of any hazards by specifying areas or values which will indicate danger. Which means, for example, users can set the system to notify them by email if there has been no movement at all for three hours.

The approximate price of this home surveillance camera from Maspro is expected to be 450 U.S. dollars.

Rotundus GroundBot: Mobile Surveillance Robot From The Future

A Sweden company Rotundus is the author of the GroundBot robot, which from the first look may be very similar to  the main character of an East Slavic national fairy tale- Kolobok. In reality this is a very sophisticated robot-guard which is designed to observe considerable territories. Unlike any other mobile robots on the market - GroundBot was originally designed to explore other planets. In other words, the nearest helping hand would have been millions of miles away thanks to its high speed working engine(10km/h).

The developers have made also their offspring to be waterproof and with large passability features. GroundBot is moving through the center of gravity in a certain direction. The device can move both on the snow, the sand and the dirt road: it is even able to swim. There is only one NO for Rotundus mobile surveillance device, if  it falls in the mud, its camera becomes "blinded", despite its good permeability.

Thanks to its GPS-module the robot-guard can also move in the space. The guard is adopted to work not just in an offline mode, but also provided with manual control. The batteries of this high-tech guard are very capacious, and power consumption has been reduced by several times. As a result of it, a single charge provides up to 18 hours of continuous operation (just working, not a stand-by mode). The robot comes with two in-built video cameras for capturing larger images.

In conclusion this is a very perfect device for surveillance. Just a little weapon  in the ‘’hands’’ and it could place to a real guard, although developers still have chances to make changes to their modern offspring.

The Best Place To Position Your CCTV Camera

Besides the quality of your CCTV camera and the proper installation of it, the third point that you should always keep in your mind is the careful placement of  it to ensure the full fledged surveillance of your home or office!

There are a few things you should always consider before positioning your CCTV camera.

1. Cover the whole area

Whether  it is your garage or your home try to cover its area as much as possible. The main reason  for this is to track the situation and just a little front pathway catch the head height as they approach.

2. Position your camera outside your property

Putting your security cameras outside of your property can have 2 benefits for you. The first is that it can give you advanced warning of people trying to break in, and the second is that it will allow you to catch them leaving where they might drop their guard.

3. Keep them high up

In order to preventing your cameras stolen, vandalized or covered over try to position them in high places. Don’t forget, please about your safety when doing this and try to do it not alone. In this case it’s good also to learn more about CCTV laws and regulations as in many countries it is illegal to capture your neighbors. 

4. Hidden or on display?

Many people ask me whether they should have their cameras hidden or clearly on display. My answer is both.  By keeping it in obvious places you will be able to hopefully deter criminal activity as people realize they can get caught, however by hiding the cameras they are less likely to be tampered with and you are more likely to appoint unwanted activities in action which can be useful for a court case theoretically.

This are the main types to find the best place to position your CCTV cameras. Don’t forget also this might vary depending on the property, and  experimenting with various layouts can find a good solution for you as well.