CCTV DVR

Digital Video Recorders (DVR) record video images captured by cameras and stored them digitally on hard disks. Compared to the old medium of video cassette tapes, hard disks are far more superior in the ease of storage, backup and retrieval. And unlike tapes that can go moldy over time, affecting picture quality, hard disk does not have these limitation.  It is hence little wonder that the Digital Video Recorders are fast replacing the older Time Lapsed Video Recorders. 

There are three types of Digital Video Recorders:

• Embedded DVR
• PC Based DVR
• Network Video Recorder (NVR)

Embedded DVR comes complete with its own proprietary operating systems, Graphical User Interface and display capability and may include interface for mouse, panel and remote controller.  It is typically equipped with at least one USB port for backup to thumb drives or other portable external hard disks.

PC-Based DVR are really personal computer installed with system specific video captured cards.  The Video Capture Card may support 4 or 8 cameras, and will take up 1 PC Slot.  A dedicated DVR software is installed, running on Windows or Linux platform.

Network Video Recorder (NVR) are computers set up as network servers, linked to a group of network (IP) cameras for recording and monitoring of the digital images captured and transmitted by the IP Digital Cameras.

Embedded DVR

Embedded DVR comes equipped to support a fixed number of cameras and cannot be expanded.  A 4-Channel DVR by design can only support 4 cameras.  If more cameras are needed, you will have to change to a 8-channel DVR or a 16-channel DVR.

All our DVRs support concurrent live view, real-time playback and real-time recording.   They utilise H.264 compression techniques, smooth viewing over the internet and 3G network, and can be viewed using Windows and Apple computers and smart phones like IPhone, BlackBerry and Galaxy. 

iCatch 411z 4-Channel DVR

4 Channel DVR featuring H.264 4*D1 Real Time DVR, triple streaming for recording, network and Mobile. Support CMS and features Free IVS (Intelligent Video Surveillance) support via CMS for people counting and electric fence. Support 3G Mobile Viewer for iPhone, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Blackberry and Android. Support iPad and Mac System.

iCatch 811z 8-Channel DVR

8 Channel DVR featuring H.264 8*D1 Real Time DVR, triple streaming for recording, network and Mobile. Support CMS and features Free IVS (Intelligent Video Surveillance) support via CMS for people counting and electric fence. Support 3G Mobile Viewer for iPhone, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Blackberry and Android. Support iPad and Mac System.

iCatch 611z 16-Channel DVR

16 Channel DVR featuring H.264 16*D1 Real Time DVR, triple streaming for recording, network and Mobile. Support CMS and features Free IVS (Intelligent Video Surveillance) support via CMS for people counting and electric fence. Support 3G Mobile Viewer for iPhone, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Blackberry and Android. Support iPad and Mac 

PC Based DVR

AverDiGi NV6000E DVR

Featuring true PCI Express architecture, the AVerDiGi NV6000E Series PC-Based Digital Video Recorder features 16 CH Real Time Recording in 640x480 and 8 CH Real Time Recording in D1 resolution.  The AVerDiGi NV6000E Series supports 16 cameras and 16 audio channels per card, expandable to 32 channels. It support both Analog and IP cameras as well as PTZ control with various popular brands of Speed Dome Cameras.

GeoVision  GV1480A DVR

The GV-1480 records and displays at a staggering 480 FPS! Perfectly suited for anywhere where a high performance DVR surveillance system is required. Users can remotely monitor camera activity via a browser or network. 

Network Video Recorder (NVR)

NUOO NV Series 4/8/16

Linux embedded NVR that support 32 brands of IP Cameras and over 870 models.  Based on Server-Client architecture, it support web-based management and can display up to 128 channels of live display on multiple monitors.  Playback with 5 intelligent search.

CCTV Camera

Compared to cameras of previous years, the modern cameras are much smaller, sharper and cheaper. With advances made in technology and improvement in manufacturing, there is now so wide a range that it is impossible to include every variety of camera on this web site.

We will present our range of more commonly used cameras. But if you have a special requirement that is not met by the cameras below, please feel free to contact us at 6286 4796 and tell us more about your need.

Dome Cameras

Dome Cameras are normally installed indoors and mounted on ceilings. Typically fitted with a 3.6 mm lens, it has a viewing angle of 90 degrees. Placing dome cameras in the corner puts it in a good position to capture all the actions in a room.

Wider viewing angle of 100 degrees can be achieved by using 2.5 mm lens.

Infra Red Dome

Infra Red Dome Cameras have outer metal casings and can be used for indoor and outdoor applications. Equipped with Infra Red LEDs which will automatically turn under low light condition, the cameras can operate even when it is pitch dark.

Infra Red Cameras

Bullet Infra Red Cameras are popular for indoor and outdoor use.  Mounted on a bracket, it can be installed from the ceiling or from a wall.  Different brackets enhance its strategic viewing position.  Equipped with Infra Red LEDs, it can enable viewing and recording for up to 30 m. 

Body Cameras

Box type body cameras has the ability to be used with different types and size of lens enabling the camera to monitor objects from virtually any distance. Ideal for monitoring cashier counters as well as external perimeters.  Day/Night Cameras should be used for outdoor applications.

Hidden Cameras

Hidden cameras, spy cameras or covert cameras - these terms are used interchangeably for cameras which are often disguised as other objects and are often invisible to the subject being monitored. Hidden cameras are fast becoming popular for household surveillance and can be built into common household objects such as motion detectors, smoke detectors, clocks and photo frame.

While it is ideal for catching the action, it does not deter crime and in some cases, may raise privacy issues. Hence it should be used only under special circumstances.

Speed Dome Cameras

Speed Dome Cameras are fast speed, encapsulated self-contained Pan/Tilt/Zoom Cameras that are fast replacing traditional Pan/Tilt/Zoom motorised cameras. Ideal for applications such as outdoor parking lots, perimeter protection, town center surveillance and expressway surveillance, the speed dome camera can pan 360 degrees continuously, tilt 180 degrees and zoom up to 300 times.

With as many as 256 preset position, you can switch it from one position to another - all within 2 seconds flat. And with some programming, you can set it on video watch tour, allowing it to automatically pan, tilt and zoom to your selected preset positions, making it a vital tool in surveillance.

Samsung SPD-230 23X High Resolution Speed Dome Camera

The SPD-2300 is a multi-technology-using, high image-resolution-providing, 23X optical zoom PTZ speed dome camera.  It can provide vivid video images with over 520TV lines in color during the day, and its Day & Night mode gives you high resolution of over 570TV lines in black and white during the night. Its up to 230X zoom capability instantly gives you a hawk’s-eye view of far away objects, and its outstanding auto-surveillance function provides you with a customized surveillance view of nothing less than the full 360 degrees.

CCTV Digital Cameras

A Digital or IP (Internet Protocol) cameras is a type of digital video camera which unlike analog CCTV Cameras, can send and receive data via a computer network and the internet.  Although most cameras that do this are webcams, the term "IP Camera" is usually applied only for surveillance.

IP or Digital camera presents a number of obvious advantages over analog cameras.  IP cameras have a higher resolution of at least 640 x 480 can can provide multi-megapixel resolution and HDTV image quality at 30 frames per second.  As they are linked over a Local Area Network (LAN), they can be moved anywhere on the network (including wireless network).

Some IP Cameras are equipped with built-in microphone and speaker, enabling two-way audio communication via a single network cable.  This enable users to communicate with what they are seeing e.g. a parent talking with the children remotely.

However IP Cameras are costlier than analog cameras.  They consume more bandwidth.   A typical IP Camera with a resolution of 640 x 480 at 10 frames per second in MJPEG mode requires about 3 MBit/s.  And they may be more prone to hacking.

When Should We Use IP Cameras?

Studies suggests that for systems with less than 16 camera, analog system is cheaper.  For system that require 16 - 32, they are equal.  Beyond 32, IP-based systems are more cost effective. 

If your application require you to capture high resolution image for future detection and identification analysis such as monitoring of crowded train stations and road junctions, then an IP Camera with Megapixel capability would be the preferred solution.

IP Cameras Range

VIVOTEK IP7134 Fixed Network Camera

VIVOTEK IP7134 is an easy-to-use network camera designed specifically for home security applications with a compact, stylish exterior. Despite its ultra-compact size, this unit incorporates a number of advanced features to fit your surveillance needs.

Embedded with the VIVOTEK VVTK-1000 SoC, this camera can simultaneously deliver dual streams in MPEG-4 and MJPEG formats with different video resolution and quality for different devices such as PCs or 3G cell phones. With this network camera, you can quickly and easily view the current status of your children, the elderly, or even your pets with live, clear videos while you are away from home. The IP7133 also supports built-in 802.11b/g WLAN capability, which reduces clutter through elimination of the need for extra cabling.

Additionally, this camera comes with a push button on the front side for privacy, allowing you to manually suspend video monitoring with ease when returning home. With its elegant design and versatile functions, the VIVOTEK IP7134 is the best choice for the fundamental establishment of home security. 

Features

• Real-time MPEG-4 and MJPEG Compression (Dual Codec)
• Dual Simultaneous Streams
• 3GPP Mobile Surveillance
• Built-in 802.11b/g WLAN
• Digital I/O for External Sensor and Alarm
• Privacy Button to Pause Monitoring
• Easy to Install with VIVOTEK Installation Wizard 2
• Stylish Design for Home Decoration
• Includes Free Standard 32-CH ST7501 Central Management Software

VIVOTEK Indoor P7130oE Fixed Network Camera IP

VIVOTEK's IP7130 fixed network camera is an economical and easy-to-use surveillance system designed for indoor applications such as offices, banks, and retail stores.  This camera comes with the tamper detection feature, which detects data loss from camera tampering in real-time. When the camera is blocked, redirected, or spray-painted, security staff will be alerted immediately in accordance with the camera settings. With its dual-stream feature, the IP7130 also allows two video streams to be delivered in a different resolutions, frame rates, and image qualities for individual recording or bandwidth demands. Images can be displayed in VGA format for real-time monitoring while displayed on a 3GPP mobile phone in lower resolution, giving users a higher level of flexibility for dealing with camera images on different platforms. The integrated 802.3af compliant PoE function reduces cabling clutter, making IP7130 a cost-effective surveillance system.
With other advanced features such as two-way audio, digital I/O, HTTPS encryption, and the included 32-CH central management software, IP7130 is the camera of choice for customers requiring value in their investment.

Features

• 1/4" CMOS Sensor in VGA resolution
• Real-time MPEG-4 and MJPEG Compression (Dual Codec)
• Dual Simultaneous Streams
• Tamper Detection for Unauthorized Changes
• 3GPP Mobile Surveillance
• Built-in 802.3af Compliant PoE
• Two-way Audio
• Digital I/O for External Sensor and Alarm
• HTTPS Encrypted Data Transmission
• Includes Free Standard 32-CH ST7501 Central Management Software

VIVOTEK IP7330 Outdoor Day & Night Network Bullet Camera

VIVOTEK IP7330 is a cost-effective, bullet-style network camera designed for our customers' needs in outdoor applications. With its weather-proof IP66 rated housing, the camera is shielded from harsh conditions such as rain and dust and provides an all-in-one solution without the need for additional accessories.
By integrating components for day/night functionality such as dual-band lens and built-in IR illuminators with an effective range of up to 10 meters, the camera is able to achieve superior performance in a compact design.
The IP7330 also supports tamper detection, which can detect events such as blockage, redirection, and spray-painting, making it an intelligent solution to possible camera obstruction.
Incorporating a number of VIVOTEK's advanced features, including simultaneous dual streams, dual-codec, 802.3af compliant PoE, and our free standard 16-channel recording software, the IP7330 is the ideal solution for your outdoor surveillance needs.

Features

• 1/4" CMOS Sensor in VGA resolution
• Dual-band Lens for Day and Night Function
• Built-in IR Illuminators, effective up to 10 Meters
• Real-time MPEG-4 and MJPEG Compression (Dual Codec)
• Dual Simultaneous Streams
• Weather-proof IP66 rated Housing
• Tamper Detection for Unauthorized Changes
• Built-in 802.3af Compliant PoE
• Digital Input for External Sensor
• HTTPS Encrypted Data Transmission
   

CCTV Accessories

We carry a wide range of accessories that is designed to work with and to enhance your system.  The range includes:

• power supplies
• mounting brackets
• camera lenses

Power Supplies

Camera Brackets

Camera Lenses

CCTV Viewing

One of the best application of the internet is the ease by which you can remotely view and monitor your home, business or office. Simply connect our Digital Video Recorder (DVR) to your modem/router, programmed a dedicated web site address such as http://mytestwebsite.dvrdns.org, and you can now view your home, office or business, anytime, anywhere.

Of course to do this properly, you will need to subscribe to an unlimited internet plan (doesn't matter if it is Starhub or Singnet) and to ensure that your router support DDNS and Port Forwarding. If in doubt, buy a Linksys router as all Linksys router support DDNS and they comes with a three year warranty.

Our Digital Video recorders are widely used in different industries and fast proving to be an efficient business management tool for many. And for home uses ers, it is offering home owners the peace of mind that come from knowing all is well at home. 

Watch Your Home

Whether it is to watch over the kids to ensure that they are well taken care of, or they are doing their homework; or watch over the domestic help to supervise their work; or to tighten the security of your home, the CCTV System is fast proving to be common and useful in many homes
 

Watch your Retail Shops

Wondering how's business at the shop when you are not there? Want to know that your customers are treated correctly by your staff? Have many shops and cannot be in everyone at the same time? With our DVR, you can view remotely from your office or home, and keep an eye on what is important.
 

Watch your Warehouses

Have a remote warehouse that you need to monitor but no time to be there? With our DVR, you can remotely monitor the warehouse and see what is going on, anytime anywhere.
 

Watch your Operations

Running a 24 hour operation but you cannot be there 24 hours? Install our CCTV System around critical process and you can monitor your operations, round the clock, anytime, anywhere
 

How to Choose a CCTV System

Your selection of cameras and DVR largely depends on your application and budget. 

If you are looking for a CCTV System for your home, most likely you will use dome cameras as they are smaller, less intrusive or threatening and esthetically designed, and can fit in easily in your living room, dining room or hall ways.  For your porch, walkways and back yard, you would normally use Infra Red Bullet Cameras as they are weatherproof and cost less than Box Cameras with its lenses and housing.

Most homes may need only 4 or at most 8 cameras, making the Embedded DVR the cost effective choice.  The Embedded DVR is also easy to use, has limited functions so there is no fear of messing it out, and sits in your living room like a DVD player.  It can be linked to your internet, allowing you to view the cameras over the internet on a computer or laptop, and over smart phones like IPhone or Samsung's Galaxy.  Most of these DVRs have Apps online which you can download to your hand phone.

If you are looking for a CCTV System for the office, the configuration would be quite similar to choosing for a home.  Depending on the size of the office, you may need up to 16 cameras.  Embedded DVR can handle up to 16 cameras.

If you are looking for a CCTV System for a retail shops, the only difference may be using adding a box camera with zoom in lens to watch the cashier counter.

If you are looking for a CCTV System for a plant or commercial building, depending on your requirement, you may use Speed Dome Cameras, Box Cameras for exterior perimeters, and PC-Based DVR as you may have more cameras, and need tighter surveillance and specialised functions.