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lights, which enables the starlight cameras to produce full-color im- ages throughout the night. The intelligent cameras feature built-in video analytics to alert the museum’s security operators to possible risks, such as detecting objects left behind or the gathering of large crowds that may create congestion in an area. With Intelligent Track- ing, AUTODOME IP starlight 7000 HD cameras can also automati- cally track objects of interest as they move throughout a scene.
“The low-light performance of the starlight cameras is complete- ly unmatched. They are producing beautiful color images all through the night,” said David Burger, security manager at the Musical In- strument Museum.
In addition, Bosch AUTODOME IP 5000 IR cameras are strate- gically placed in perimeter and other areas of the museum exterior where there is limited lighting at night. These pan-tilt-zoom cam- eras deliver 30x optical zoom and 1080p resolution and also feature a built-in intelligent IR beam that ensures optimum illumination of objects regardless of the level of zoom. This makes it possible to identify objects of interest at night.
“The quality of the images, the onboard video analytics that are included without an additional cost, and the reliability of the moving cameras were key factors in our decision,” continued Burger. “Our security operators are thrilled with the quality and operation of the cameras.”
One challenge with the installation was how to deliver data from the security cameras over long distances between remote locations and the headend network switches and servers. After receiving rec- ommendations from IES Communications and Bosch, the museum selected Altronix’s Pace Long-Range Ethernet Solutions. Its capa- bilities translate into a highly-efficient and cost-effective solution that both improves overall security and reduces end users’ total cost of ownership.
Using a Pace8PRM multi-port receiver at the headend, along with Pace1ST transceivers at each device, the museum successfully deployed the Bosch high-resolution IP cameras beyond the standard Ethernet range of 100 meters. Using existing Cat-6 cable, Pace trans- mits Ethernet data at 100 MBps at distances of up to 500 meters, which exceeded the museum‘s requirements.
With the Altronix Pace solution, the museum did not need to re- place existing cabling, which delivered a cost savings for the overall project without sacrificing performance. It also provided a higher re- turn on the museum’s initial infrastructure investment.
“We are definitely pleased with the ease of use of the Pace system,” Burger said. “It’s a completely plug-and-play system. It works great with all of our existing network equipment and infrastructure. It was pretty seamless for us to achieve integration with the new cameras.”
In addition, the design of the Pace solution is rugged enough to handle the intense heat and other weather conditions related to Ari- zona’s climate, where temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit are normal throughout the summer months. “It speaks to the quality of the manufacturers,” Burger said.
Video throughout the exterior and interior of the museum is monitored around the clock by using Security Center from Gene- tec. The seamless integration of Bosch IP cameras with the uni- fied security platform ensures security operators can receive video analytic alerts directly within Security Center.
Real-time monitoring allows museum staff to proactively address possible risks, as they are happening, to enhance overall security and safe- ty at the museum.
Sydny Shepard is the senior editor at Security Today magazine.
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