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areas of interest. Common areas like lobbies, break rooms, study halls and libraries and cafeterias often require multiple cameras to ensure comprehensive coverage in these typically high traffic areas. Here is where high performance fisheye cameras really shine, provid- ing an extremely effective means of enhancing security using fewer cameras, which results in lower overall product and installation costs.
Another often overlooked advantage is that these devices present fewer points for equipment failure given the simplicity of their single sensor design versus using multiple cameras or even a single, typically more expensive, multi-sensor camera. A true win- win for users and servicing dealers alike.
Scalable system integration. Today’s VMS platforms offer powerful features and capabilities, making them difficult to differ- entiate on a feature-by-feature basis. Three specific VMS compari- son criteria you should look for include scalability, health checking (video assurance) and annual licensing fees, which directly impact total cost of ownership. An additional feature to look for is the abil- ity to easily configure viewing options such as a video wall, which can deliver additional cost savings and better operator experience.
Redundant recording. It is critical to have assurance that all
of the video and data being captured by your video surveillance system is available for forensic review and evidence. Systems em- ploying distributed architecture where NVRs/servers with failover recording strategically located at various physical locations across a campus ensure that your video footage is being recorded. An addi- tional safeguard is to deploy cameras with on-board recording that triggers if/when the primary recorders are offline for any reason.
Advanced cameras with intelligence at the edge will then automatically download the recorded back-up once connection to the primary recorders is re-established. Failover, failsafe recod- ing should be high on your list of system imperative to ensure you always have access to the video data you
need when you need it.
Protecting today’s corporate and ed- ucational campuses is a challenge with new and emerging threats to people, property and assets. Having the right technologies in place can make all the difference in en- suring campus wide security and safety across every zone of protection.
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