There are many articles and papers available online that discuss the benefits of Analog CCTV over an IP Surveillance System and vice versa. However, there are requirements for both types of security camera systems, and a video surveillance system that combines analog and IP, also known as a hybrid system, has its benefits, too.
Analog Security CamerasAnalog security cameras are not as expensive as network cameras. Analog cameras tend to perform better than digital cameras do in low light and the analog security camera system can be made up of different camera brands. Coax used in CCTV systems has a higher cost than the patch cable used in an networked surveillance solution. Because of this, larger analog CCTV systems can be more expensive than an IP surveillance solution of the same size.
More Options with Networked Security Camera Systems Although networked security cameras tend to be pricier than analog, they provide clearer quality images and they offer many other features such as event notification. With audio and video tamper alarms and motion detection triggers, the IP surveillance system will send out email or phone notifications whenever undesirable events occur. Analog cameras cannot take advantage of IP technologies such as PoE and 802.11 wireless (Wi-Fi). PoE, known as Power over Ethernet allows you to install a networked security camera without having to worry about adding an additional power line. Wi-Fi lets you install a camera without having to run wires through walls and ceilings when that's undesirable (e.g., historic buildings).
Hybrid Security Camera Systems - The Best of Both Worlds A video encoder (also known as a video server) makes possible all the benefits that digital technology offers without scrapping your investment in an analog system. A video encoder digitizes analog video signals and sends digital images directly over an IP network, essentially turning an analog video system into a network video system and enabling users to view live images using a Web browser or video management software on any local or remote computer on a network.
Protect Your Analog CCTV Investment Combining the benefits of analog and network security camera systems can be done easily. An analog system connected to a video server provides a full range of advantages that come from an IP video surveillance solution.
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