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Uniview Smart Intrusion Prevention - Banner Image for Blog Human And Vehicle Detection

14OctOctober 14, 2021

Uniview Smart Intrusion Prevention – Human and Vehicle Detection

Introduction Uniview is a video surveillance manufacturer which invests ~15%[1] of annual revenue in research and development. Over 50% of their employees are from the R&D department[2], resulting in higher quality and more advanced products every year. Towards the end of 2020, Uniview refreshed their video surveillance lineup with a new series of NDAA compliant cameras. This camera refresh improved the image quality, added LightHunter technology, and also improved the intelligence of the cameras with Uniview Smart Intrusion Prevention. What is Smart...

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20OctOctober 20, 2020

BDCOM PoE Switches – Product Overview

Introducing BDCOM PoE Switches GS Global Security is proud to announce our partnership with BDCOM, a leading manufacturer of networking and communications equipment. This partnership will allow us to offer better PoE switches to our customers, with the highest level of performance and reliability. The BDC-S1000 series and BDC-S1510 series are designed specifically for video surveillance use. BDC-S1000 Series PoE Switches The BDCOM S1000 Series PoE switches are 10/100Mbps with 4/8 PoE ports available. The S1000 series has two models: BDC-S1006-4P and...

Uniview Active Deterrence PTZ IPC672LR-AX4DUPK Banner Image

31AugAugust 31, 2020

Uniview Active Deterrence PTZ – Testing and Review

Introduction In today’s market, the majority of CCTV installations are ‘passive’. What does this mean? Passive CCTV is only able to record a crime after it happens, and cannot be used to stop a crime in progress. How can we solve this problem? Add an ‘Active Deterrence’ PTZ to your system, such as IPC672LR-AX4DUPKC. This new PTZ is able to take an active approach to protecting property and people. When someone triggers the motion detection, an audio alert can be played...

06AugAugust 6, 2020

Uniview LightHunter – 4x More Light Captured

Introduction - Next Generation Starlight The next generation of starlight cameras from Uniview have arrived. Labeled under the ‘LightHunter’ moniker, these new CCTV cameras are able to capture about 4x more light than previous starlight cameras. Traditional IP cameras rely on IR to illuminate a scene at night, resulting in no colour information and less detail at a distance. Uniview’s LightHunter cameras are able to capture maximum light from the environment, resulting in sharp and colourful images, even in low...

SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) Hard Drive vs Traditional Hard Drive

21JanJanuary 21, 2020

Surveillance Hard Drive Advantage

Introduction The ability to record video surveillance footage and playback at a later time is a key feature in any video surveillance system. In the past, this was accomplished by using a video tape recorder and storing the recording on cassette tapes. Today, most security systems have switched over to storing the information digitally on a hard drive. Hard Disk Drives (abrv. HDD) are a critical component is any video surveillance system. Without an HDD, only a live view of the...

14JanJanuary 14, 2020

Uniview Bracket + Accessories Guide

Uniview IPC Accessories Guide Uniview-IPC-Accessories-Installation-Guide-2019Q3 Click here for full PDF download Browse all available brackets and accessories on our website! References The original version of the PDF can be located at Uniview's website: http://www.uniview.com/Support/Download_Center/Product_Installation/Other/ All credit for creating the Uniview Bracket guide goes to Zhejiang Uniview Technologies. Feel free to visit their website for up to date information on the latest Unview products.

13JanJanuary 13, 2020

Understanding – Camera Sensor

Background What the heck is a camera sensor anyways? If you’re reading this article, you probably already understand how camera resolution affects the image quality. What is less commonly understood however, is how camera image sensor size affects the final image quality. Today we’re going to explain exactly how image sensors work, and how that translates to what you see on the camera. Camera Image Sensors Cameras work by focusing light through a lens onto an image sensor. An image sensor contains millions...

21OctOctober 21, 2019

Uniview’s First Multi-sensor Camera Now Available

IPC8542ER5-DUG Multi-Sensor Camera Uniview is one of the top surveillance camera manufacturers worldwide. Currently, they are the 4th largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer on the global market. With a large percentage of their revenue re-invested into R&D, Uniview continues to produce innovative video surveillance equipment. Finally, they have come to market with their first multi-sensor camera, the IPC8542ER5-DUG. This is the first product in Uniview’s new ‘OmniView’ series of panoramic cameras. Specifications The IPC8542ER5 multi-sensor camera consists of 4x2MP 1/1.8” imagers. This...

26SepSeptember 26, 2019

Uniview Introduces New Mini-PTZ Network Camera

Uniview Mini-PTZ Available As one of the world’s leading security camera manufacturers, Uniview continues to push the industry forward with innovate new products. We are proud to carry and distributor all the latest technology from Uniview, including their latest Mini-PTZ camera, IPC6412LR3-X5P. Easy to Setup and Install One of the best-selling features for their new Mini-PTZ is the ease of installation. Their new camera features a sleek dome-design which allows for a variety of mounting options, such as ceiling mounted, wall mounted, or even desk...

16AugAugust 16, 2019

Todaair Wireless AP Testing

Background For the vast majority of networking projects, a wired connect is both the most desirable, and the most cost-effective solution. However, a wired solution is not possible in every situation. Sometimes you will run into a project where you must include some type of wireless networking equipment. This is where the Todaair Wireless Access Point can be used. As one of the leading manufacturers for wireless networking products worldwide, Todaair has a history of producing reliable, powerful, and economical equipment....