Internet Protocol Camera (IP Camera)
It is a type of digital video camera that receives control data and send image data via the internet or network.
They generate image directly from digital data with no continuous stream of analog video being broadcast.
Another function they possess is a multi-user support feature and flexibility to add unlimited cameras to their network by itself. They are the next generation of surveillance system.
Set-up and Configuration of an IP Camera
Setting up and configuring an IP Camera is way easier compared to analog system. It requires nothing more than a network connection to be able to configure and set up.
Benefits of an IP Camera
You can view the footage from anywhere in the world with any devices such as mobile phone, laptop and desktop as long as you are connected to the internet.
Able to add as many Internet Protocol Cameras you want.
No need for coaxial cables or computer station and wiring. Just a power supply and internet connection will suffice.
There are even IP Cameras for indoor and outdoor uses with both day and night function.
Differences between IP Camera and CCTV Camera
Type
A IP Camera is a type of digital video camera and transmit data via a networked ethernet link.
While CCTV it’s a system that uses video cameras to transmit a signal for observation of the input on monitors and signals are not publicly distributed.
IP Camera
1. Broadcasts data over an IP Network to Network Video Recorder(NVR).
2. Uses Power Over Ethernet(PoE) which its a power and internet combined into a single cable.
3. Supports much higher resolution
4. Can have unlimited cameras added to the network.
CCTV Camera
1. Broadcast video signal to a Digital Video Recorder through coaxial cables which the DVR processes the signal for viewing.
2. Uses coaxial or UTP cables as power and network cable.
3. Offers lower resolution.
4. Has limited cameras added to the network.
Extras
Looking for cost-efficient IP Cameras? We recommend this brand Vstarcam which you may decide it to be wired or wireless, it is all up to your preference!
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