Denver has grown rapidly, and therefore the incidence of property crimes is also increasing, and now more than ever, the protection of homes, businesses, and property from theft and vandalism is crucial. One of the best ways to prevent crime and protect property is by using a video surveillance system. CCTV (closed-loop) systems have been used reliably for decades, but recent advances in our Hybrid HD (can support HD & Analog) and IP systems offer many benefits and feature not available on analog systems. Hybrid HD and IP networking systems can instantly enhance the way your surveillance video is recorded, processed, and stored.
Although analog methods have been used for years, it has some major drawbacks. First, the video quality is limited by the limitations of the camera and the analog signal. Unlike our Hybrid HD & IP systems, which use multiple megapixel technologies, the image quality of analog cameras is unmatched. Analog systems are also very sensitive to interference from other equipment, storms, and wiring damage. Finally, these systems can be expensive and difficult to expand when additional areas require monitoring.
IP & Hybrid HD Systems Do Not Suffer From The Limitations Of Analog:
IP cameras record high-definition video and digitize it for transmission over a LAN (local area network) to a computer or web server. Each IP camera acts as an individual network device and systems like this give users many more features and options that are not available on pure analog systems.
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Hybrid HD systems allow users who are not ready or can not afford to switch their entire system to HD or IP yet, the ability to slowly switch their entire system to HD. Our Hybrid HVR can accept analog and HD cameras.
The following key points outline the immediate benefits of upgrading an existing analog system to a digital IP or Hybrid HD system:
1. Better Solution:
IP cameras have image resolutions that are up to 20 times higher than analog. Using HD technology, these systems result in greater picture quality and video that can be further enhanced with many powerful software options available.
2.Service:
CCTV Manufactures do not make nearly as many spare parts or even new parts for analog systems anymore. They are getting harder and harder to find. Most of any analog equipment you can find usually has an HD solution and you will still pay the HD prices.
3. Remote Access:
IP & Hybrid HD cameras are available as part of a network that can be connected to the Internet. This allows for functions such as off-site storage and administration. IP systems are also compatible with a wide range of software and applications that allow remote access. Users can log into their security system from anywhere and view their home or business.
4. Scalability:
Analog systems are difficult to expand with additional cameras due to the limited number of ports available on typical analog equipment and may require additional expensive components. IP & Hybrid HD systems are designed with scalability in mind. IP can accept an unlimited number of cameras and our Hybrid HD systems can be combined with existing analog, HD & IP systems. Thus, they are easier to scale up as security needs change.
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5. Mass Storage Options:
Analog video is difficult to store, requires outdated equipment, such as VCRs, and is susceptible to physical damage when stored on tape. IP & Hybrid HD systems use digital technology, and massive amounts of surveillance videos can be easily stored on computer drives, hard drives, and web servers. In addition, digital storage is easy to back up for redundancy and protection against data loss or damage.
6. Cost-Effective
IP and hybrid HD systems may have some higher initial component costs over analog, but their advantages in features, media storage, availability, and scalability lead to greater long-term cost savings. In fact, our Hybrid HD system uses users to take advantage of existing analog cameras while adding additional features that are only available on digital systems.
