Sony has launched its first video camera to incorporate a built-in IP (Internet Protocol) server.
Sony has launched its first video camera to incorporate a built-in IP (Internet Protocol) server. Suitable for surveillance, remote monitoring and the growing range of ?web attraction? applications, the Sony SNC-VL10 Video Network Camera makes networked video monitoring a reality. Capable of direct connection to any Local Area Network (LAN) or the internet, the SNC-VL10 can stream up to 25 frames per second of colour images. Pictures from the SNC-VL10 can be viewed via a standard web browser or suitable application software running on a PC connected to the network, without the need for installing cable runs as required with traditional analogue video surveillance systems. The camera supports IEEE802.3af ?In Line Power?, allowing DC power to be supplied via the same CAT5 cable that connects the SNC-VL10 with the network. Recognising the need for IP cameras to work alongside existing CCTV systems, the SNC-VL10 includes a standard composite video output, allowing integration into existing video surveillance systems. Alarm and event handling can be achieved via either the camera?s embedded motion detector or a sensor input. Events can be set to trigger image distribution through SMTP (e-mail) or FTP, providing warning of activity in the area being monitored, or to send images for storage on a remote server. For greater flexibility, the SNC-VL10 is equipped with a USB interface, allowing dial-up connection to public networks via a modem using standard PPP or PPPoE protocols. A transparent RS-485/232C serial interface is also provided for control of other peripheral devices. See www.sonybpe.com.
