Wireless IP Cameras

Choose the wireless camera system that's best for you.

When you can’t run network wire to the IP camera, you can use a wireless camera system. Some cameras come with a built in radio, but any IP camera can be connected to a separate wireless radio. Cameras with the built in radios are usually used indoors, while the cameras that use separate wireless radios are usually used outdoors. Separate radios provide long range capability (over 2 miles), especially when using a directional antenna.

Wireless connections can use either Wi-Fi radios with a dedicated connection between two points, or 3G / 4G that uses the telephone wireless network.

Built-in Wireless Radio CamerasTop

Sony SNC-CX600

This indoor 1280 x 720 HD Small form IP Camera, has an optional wireless connection. It includes a fixed 120 degree horizontal view lens. With built in speaker and MIC you can have a conversation from your computer. It has wide dynamic range (60dB+ WDR), so it can be used in challenging lighting conditions.

If you plug it into the network it uses PoE for power.

Wireless IP camera works best when there is line of site to the access point that's no more than 100 ft away.

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External Wireless RadioTop

Using a separate wireless radio: You can connect any IP camera to a wireless radio. Usually we use two radios to make the connection. One radio is next to the camera and the other is at the receiving point. These wireless camera systems are usually used outdoors because of the extended range, but they certainly can be used indoors. No matter where you use it, they work best when there is a clear line of site.

High performance WiFi wireless radios have a range of many miles (or kilometers). They include directional antennas and high transmission power that results in higher bandwidth and security.

There are a variety of radios and antennas available. Some of the radios have the antenna built in to the radio while others use a separate antenna. Most radios use frequencies of either 2.4 GHz or 5.8 GHz. There are also other frequencies such as 900 MHz and 4.9 GHz available as well. We usually recommend 5.8 GHz radios for IP camera applications. In remote applications where there may be limited power, it is best to select radios that use the least amount of power.

Our complete wireless IP camera systems include the radio with directional antenna, camera, power system, and surge protectors, as well as network switches with PoE, special environmental enclosures and mounting brackets. Everything is designed for compatibility with power, electronics and connectivity.

One or more IP cameras can be included in the wireless system solution. They can be fixed or PTZ type cameras. Camerasare selected depending on your requirements and objectives.

The power can be provided by local AC power or by adding a solar power system. Here are some examples of radios:

TVIP-5.8 GHz Series

TVIP-L5-16

This Tri-Mode outdoor unit includes an antenna and supports standard 48 VDC PoE operation. The versatile and low-cost units can be configured as an Access Point (AP), Point-to-Point (PxP), or Customer Premise Equipment (CPE). The all-in-one design features an integrated 16dBi directional panel antenna, and comes complete with POE injector suitable for 48VDC operation, yielding the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO). Also available is a unit that supports an external antenna for more demanding applications.

Features include:

Quality of Service (QoS) with data rate up to 54 Mbps
7 watts power required
Range with line-of-site up to 5 miles
5, 10 & 20 MHz channel width selectivity
Web-based administrative interface - For quick and easy manageability
Router mode with built-in DHCP Server/Client
Security: WEP, WPA, MAC Authentication

TVIP-5Plus-24

This is a more powerful radio that includes an integral 24 dBi directional antenna. The ruggedized weatherproof all‐in‐one design meets IP67 and NEMA Type 4X environmental standards, requiring minimum installation and maintenance costs in conditions ranging from ‐60 C to +60 C. With line of site it is possible to achieve a range of up to 15 miles. Features include:

IEEE 802.11a Compliant
Range up to 15 miles with line-of-site between radios
7 watts power required
AP/PxP/CPE Wireless Modes
Up to +23dBm Transmit Power with Adjustable Output
Dual Ethernet Ports Tunneling Protocol Support (VPN, PPTP, RSA, etc)
Alignment LEDs (in CPE mode)
Configurable in Point-to-Point, Access Point or Client modes

Other configurations include

Long range antennas
Omni antennas
Mesh Networks
900 MHz radios
Mounting brackets and hardware

Each situation may require a different type of radio and antenna, so please contact us for help selecting the right one for your application.

TVIP-900 Series

900 MHz

Operating in the 900 MHz ISM band, the TVIP-900 Series have better non line-of-site properties than the higher frequencies and have the same features as our other broadband wireless networking equipment.

These are integrated fully functioning radios, which means these units can be configured as an Access Point, a Point to Point Bridge, or a Client Adapter (CPE).

Dual Ethernet ports make it easy to connect to camera and power.

3G / 4G Wireless Broadband Solutions

These 3G / 4G modems make use of the telephone communication systems allowing you to send video back to your central location when WiFi channels are not available. We will help you with the equipment you need based on your local carrier. These modems can automatically select an alternate communication channel such as WiFi or wired broadband solution to maintain a reliable and redundant connection.

Main Features

Integrated 4G LTE, HSPA+, WiMAX, and 3G EVDO models (no modem option available)
Ruggedized metal housing
External 3G/4G modem antennas
Advanced routing and security features including VPN, VLAN, WAN Affinity, and more
Additional advanced security and routing features with an Extended Enterprise License
Cloud-managed

Solar Power Systems Top

When you're out in the wild and don't have any power or network, you can use this system to power and communicate remote video to your central video recording system. It can use WiFi or 3G / 4G phone communication systems. The system includes the power system, the IP camera system, the communication system and even the video recording system.

The advanced battery charging system protects against over-charging or over-discharging the batteries. All the power and network distribution system are located inside a sealed waterproof enclosure. Mounting brackets for pole or wall make it easy to install. Systems are available with 30 W to over 200 W solar panels.

Select from a wide variety of IP cameras. Whether you need a box, bullet, dome, fish-eye, or PTZ camera; we will help select the right camera for your application.

Select video management software (VMS) that runs on your own Windows computer or a complete Network Video Recorder (NVR) that includes the computer and software in one package. The recording system can be located at the remote site or at your central command center.

These are just examples that will give you an idea of what's available. We know that your system will be different. That's why we provide the free engineering and consulting so you will get exactly what you need. If you need help just contact us for help.

Wednesday, August 19, 2015