The latest high-resolution all-in-one CCTV cameras from Siemens are an indoor model, two indoor/outdoor models ready-fitted in IP66 heated enclosures, and an IP66 vandal-resistant dome.
The new cameras offer automatic day-night operation with wide dynamic range (WDR) that allows them to capture images even in difficult lighting the makers say. The products feature an integrated twisted-pair transmitter module to aid network connection. The top model in the range incorporates the Siemens infrared/white light illumination. When the camera is operating in low light, infrared mode makes it possible to illuminate the scene without attracting attention, while switching to the white-light mode warns targets that they have been detected. This is often enough to deter them; and provides enough light for the camera to record colour images.
These cameras come with the lens already fitted and adjusted, which can reduce installation time. For indoor-outdoor models, pre-fitted mounting brackets and sunshields aid installation further. The remote control accessory supplied with all models provides access to all camera settings. Other features include optional backlight compensation, 2D/3D noise reduction and a resolution of 560 TV lines or more.
All models feature a 22x autofocus zoom lens which allows the field of view to be adjusted from wide area to pin-point coverage. Also common to all models is a movement detection system with face detection, which enables the cameras to discriminate between human and non-human targets, and an alarm input. When the alarm input is activated, the zoom lens immediately moves to one of ten pre-set positions.
