Surveillance Technology Inc. Security Camera Systems and Access Control for Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater and Surrounding Areas

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  Bullet Style Security Camera

  Bullet cameras are one of the least vandal-resistant styles due to the nature of their mounting bracket, however, the commercial grade brackets are robust and not easily damaged. Bullet cameras are usually installed in locations where the lens needs to be turned more than 90 degrees or there is a need for long range night vision. Some of the advantages of bullet style security cameras are that they offer a broad range of night vision options, ranging from 120 feet up to 250 feet. Bullet cameras also offer a wide variety of lens options. These cameras can have a fixed lens or motorized autofocus lens option. Bullet style security cameras are available in both 1080P and 4K resolutions.

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  Dome Style Security Camera

  Dome style security cameras are considered to be the most vandal resistant styles out of all the camera types. They are widely used in retail locations because people can not see what direction the lens is focused on. However, as with many things there is a trade-off. Due to the nature of the tinted polycarbonate plastic that protects the lens and the IR emitters it can oxidize just like the headlights in your vehicle. Additionally, the tint of the dome also reduces the night vision distance to in most cases 60 feet. Because of these facts, dome style cameras should mostly be installed indoors or in locations that are easily reachable by a potential perpetrator. Dome style cameras come in both 1080p and 4K resolutions and are available with both fixed or motorized autofocus lenses.

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  PTZ Camera

  Pan, Tilt & Zoom cameras, or PTZ's, are known for their ability to move 360 degrees and zoom in on an object or person optically. In most cases, PTZ cameras are used in locations where they can be manned by security personnel. For example, they are often used in retail applications to follow a would-be thief as they attempt to steal merchandise. Or, they are commonly used to protect an exterior perimeter by monitoring a far off fence line with great detail. Additionally, these security cameras are usually purchased with an X, Y & Z axis controller to make moving and zooming of the camera fast and easy. Pan, Tilt & Zoom cameras are available in both dome and turret styles, and can have a night vision range of well over 300 feet. PTZ's also come in a wide variety of lens configurations to accommodate almost every demand or environment.

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  Turret Style Camera

  Turret style cameras are in the dome family, making them very vandal resistant. However, turret style security cameras have a flattened section of the dome where a piece of tempered glass is inserted which protects the camera's lens and its infrared emitters. By using glass, the video images are crisp and the night vision range is increased. Turret style cameras come with both fixed and motorized autofocus lens options and are available in 1080p and 4K resolutions.

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  Digital Video Recorder

  The Digital Video Recorder or DVR are the brains and storage appliance for CCTV security camera systems. With a CCTV system, each camera is directly connected to the DVR via a siamese cable. The cable transmits the video signal and also supplies power between the DVR and each camera. This technology does not utilize any of your network bandwidth unless you are actively logged into the DVR. Our current digital video reorders are a 5 in 1 hybrid and can accommodate not only older analog cameras but today’s latest technologies including: CVI, TVI, AHD and even IP cameras at resolutions up to 4K all in one appliance. These DVR’s also have the capability of recording audio and utilize the latest H.265 compression when recording video footage which is 70% more efficient than digital video recorders using H.264 compression. DVR’s are available in 4, 8 and 16 channel configurations and can accommodate multiple hard drives for storage both internal and externally allowing for several weeks of video storage.

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  License Plate Recognition Cameras

  License plate recognition cameras are in the bullet family, however, their specific purpose is to capture license plates only. License plates cameras, or LPR's, have multiple levels of technology that allow them to successfully capture a tag on vehicles moving up to 50 mph at a distance of 100 feet, even at night. However, please be aware that there are dealers / installers in the marketplace that will use a camera with a long range lens, zoom it in tight and increase the shutter speed. This approach will work during the day but it will not work at night due to the reflective properties of the plate. LPR cameras should always be accompanied by a second, high definition broad view camera in order to see the vehicle itself and to capture video footage of the event associated with the tag. Ask any police department community officer and they will tell you how important and useful it is to have a license plate camera for any investigation. Bullet style security cameras are available in both 1080P and 4K resolutions.

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  Thermal Security Camera

  Dual System thermal camera plus CCD camera temperature monitoring system for long distance Permanent or tripod mounted. This Thermal vision camera is a wall or ceiling mounted system design for temperature monitoring of personnel and equipment. This model provides high resolution for more detail and the high temperature alert system send users real time notification when a threshold is reached. Thermal cameras are perfect for finding hot spots or abnormal temperatures on people or objects. Viewing temperature variations in real time using thermal technology is used at airports, seaports and by fire departments worldwide. This model also streams to PC software and is design for long range distances up to 30 feet. This technology allows for viewing in lit or completely dark areas without illuminators. Thermal cameras are perfect for health monitoring, fire and heat detection, and petrochemical applications. This system uses thermal energy generated at an atomic level to create video images. This Thermal camera plus CCTV is a pro grade system design for temperature monitoring of personnel and equipment in high risk areas like airports, seaports and industrial applications. The high temperature alert system send users real time notification when a threshold is reached. Multiple user interfaces are available via software or web server. The color thermal output can be used to identify people and objects in any lighting conditions.

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  Hand Held Thermal Camera

  The hand held or tripod mounted thermal vision camera is a quick deployment system design for temperature monitoring of personnel and equipment. The high temperature alert system send users real time notification when a threshold is reached. Thermal cameras are perfect for finding hot spots or abnormal temperatures on people or objects. Viewing temperature variations in real time using thermal technology is used at airports, seaports and by fire departments worldwide. This technology allows for viewing in lit or completely dark areas without illuminators. Thermal cameras are perfect for health monitoring, fire and heat detection, and petrochemical applications. This system uses thermal energy generated at an atomic level to create a video images.

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  IP Bullet Style Security Camera

  IP Bullet security cameras are one of the least vandal resistant styles due to the nature of their mounting bracket, however, the commercial-grade brackets are robust and not easily damaged. These cameras are usually installed in locations where the lens needs to be turned more than 90 degrees or there is a need for long range night vision. The biggest advantage of IP bullet security cameras is that they offer AI or Advanced Analytics. AI enables the user to receive detailed information about a wide variety of criteria such as: cross line detection, intrusion detection, stationary object alert, pedestrian detection, face detection and cross counting. IP bullet security cameras also offer a broad range of night vision options, usually ranging from 100 feet up to 150 feet and can utilize not only a fixed lens, but motorized autofocus lens options as well. IP Bullet style security cameras are available in 1080P, 4MP and 4K resolutions and are ONVIF Ver. 2.6, Profile S & G compliant.

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  IP Panoramic Dome

  IP panoramic dome style camera offer not only a 360 degree view of an area or room, but it can be dewarped to provide a variety of flattened images of the same area simultaneously. This immersive technology is made possible by the cameras 4k / 8 megapixel resolution accompanied by a 1.1mm fixed lens and robust dewarping software that is very easy to use. Additionally, the camera uses the latest H.265 compression allowing for a clear and smooth video feed. These IP dome style cameras are generally installed in the middle of a small to medium size room and can eliminate the need for multiple cameras to cover one area.

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  Network Video Recorders

  Network Video Recorders are used with IP cameras. NVR's allow users to view IP cameras through a central platform along with the ability to view recorded footage. Some Network Video Recorders also have an integrated POE switch which allows a direct connection from each camera into the NVR for both power and video. At Surveillance Technology, our NVR's also have the ability to flatten a 360 degree IP camera into many images that can be viewed simultaneously with multiple options. Our Network Video Recorders also interface with IP cameras that utilize advanced analytics, in order to receive different types of alerts or detailed information about a particular area, such as number of people or vehicles that have passed through a specific area. However, all NVR's are not created equally and the differences will affect not only your investment, but it's performance. When looking for a modem NVR, make sure that it utilizes H.265 compression, works with up to 4K resolutions, lists how many hard drives it can hold for video storage and, most importantly, clarifies bandwidth or throughput capabilities. Network video recorders come in: 8, 16, 32 and 64 channels, but as a general rule we at Surveillance Technology do not recommend more than 16 channels per NVR. We believe that having 32 or even 64 IP cameras on one device offers a potential point of failure that is too great for peace of mind.

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  PTZ Camera

  IP Pan, Tilt & Zoom cameras, or PTZ's, are known for their ability to move 360 degrees and zoom in on an object or person optically. In most cases, PTZ cameras are used in locations where they can be manned by security personnel. For example, in retail applications, to follow a potential thief as they attempt to steal merchandise. Or, to protect an exterior perimeter by monitoring a far off fence line with greater detail. Additionally, these security cameras are usually purchased with an X, Y & Z axis controller to make moving and zooming of the camera fast and easy. IP Pan, Tilt, Zoom cameras also offer AI or Advanced Analytics. AI enables the user to receive detailed information about a wide variety of criteria such as: cross line detection, intrusion detection, stationary object alert, pedestrian detection, face detection, cross counting and some models even have object tracking. IP PTZ cameras available in both dome and turret styles and can have a night vision range of well over 300 feet. PTZ's also come in a wide variety of lens configurations to accommodate almost every demand or environment.

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  Turret Style Camera

  Turret style cameras are in the dome family, making them very vandal resistant. However, turret style security cameras have a flattened section of the dome where a piece of tempered glass is inserted which protects the camera's lens and its infrared emitters. By using glass, the video images are crisp and the night vision range is increased. IP turret style security cameras also offer AI or Advanced Analytics. AI enables the user to receive detailed information about a wide variety of criteria such as: cross line detection, intrusion detection, stationary object alert, pedestrian detection, face detection and cross counting. Turret style cameras come with both fixed and motorized autofocus lens options and are available in 1080P, 4MP and 4K resolutions.

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  Door Access Controllers

  Door access controllers are available in a multitude of configurations and serve as the brains or gate keepers for all of the devices connected to them. In most cases door controllers can accommodate as little as two doors with expansion capabilities of up to 2000 doors. These controllers can be configured to accept up to 100,00 users with a 500,000 event history data base. Additionally, multiple levels of security can be implemented. For example: Some employees may have access 24/7 while others may only have access Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. Temporary access can also be setup for service personal, short term guests, or entries could be left unlocked during business hours. All of these settings and more can be applied not only to users, but to each door independently. Door access controllers are normally connected to door access readers, keypads or even biometric devices which will scan the users credentials and grant or deny access accordingly. The doors are generally secured by electromagnetic locks or electronic door strikes. Surveillance Technology offers a variety of controllers in order to best suite your specific needs. After an initial consultation and site visit our engineers we will design the best system for you considering both your needs and budget.

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  Door Access Readers

  Door access readers are installed at each point of entry that needs to be secured via credentials. These readers can come in different sizes and can be made of ABS plastic or even metal which makes them extremely vandal resistant. Door access readers generally incorporate one of three different credential technologies or a combination of them. The most common type of reader will active and grant access via HID or Wiegand 26 bit credentials. Another common type of access device is a simple keypad which can be programmed to accept a code between four and six numbers. A third type of access device is a biometric reader, this device uses a persons finger print in order to grant access to a door. These devices also come with a USB enroller which allow administrators to register up to 5 fingers per users. Biometric readers are becoming more popular as the pricing has come down along with the over all saving of not having to purchase or issues cards and fobs. Combination readers are also becoming popular for a few reasons: For reader / keypad combinations customers enjoy having the ability to program an access code for delivery personnel or even short term guest without having to issue them a card or a fob. Also, locations locking for a higher level of security will commonly use a reader / Biometric device and require both forms of authentication in order to grant access. So whatever your door access security needs are we can design a system to meet your security needs.

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  Electronic Locks

  Electronic Locks Strikes Electronic locks are the preferred device for securing a door. These locks generally have a 1500lb holding force and are installed in the door frame. Door strikes have a gate that is released when credentials are presented allowing the door to open while the door handle is still locked. There are several advantages to using an electronic strike. These locks do not require additional forms of egress as the door lock is usually not changed. They also do not require a connection to the fire alarm and can be configured to be normally safe or secure depending on your specific needs. Magnetic Locks Maglocks are generally used when an electronic strike can not be used. These locks come with a holding force of 300lbs to 1200Lbs and weather proof models are also available. Electromagnetic locks hold doors shut by creating a magnetic bond between the device and it surface plate. When credentials are presented the circuit is opened thus releasing the door. Magnetic locks also require two forms of egress such as a motion sensor accompanied by a push to exit device and in many case must be tied into the customer fire panel for emergency release.

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  Gate Operators

  The two most common types of gate operators are for swing or slide gates, these gate operators can be use in both commercial or residential applications and can open gates that weigh up to 2000lbs. At Surveillance Technology, we recommend Viking brand operators because of the steel chassis with multi-layer corrosion protection, removable power supply with lighting protection, V-Flex diagnostic board with LED display and their 5 year commercial warranty. Gate operators require a telephone entry system to verify credentials and grant access. They are also installed with safety devices such a under ground loops and photo cells to prevent the gate from closing on a vehicle or pedestrian.

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  Telephone Entry Systems

  Door King telephone entry systems have a variety of models ranging from simple residential applications to very robust multi tenant applications. TES's can be installed not only at gate entrances, but at building entrances, as well, which allows residents to present credentials to gain entry and gives the ability for guests to communicate with residents via a directory. The entry systems can communicate via a network connection, telephone line or even a 4G cell connection. Door King entry systems can utilize one database to control multiple devices and entry points and can store up to 8000 transactions for 3000 users. TES's can also be configured with multiple user permissions and holiday schedules and are usually connected to gate operators or electronic door locks. EVO Video Entry Systems are primarily designed for residential applications and have a built in video camera so residents can speak with and see their visitors. These systems are accompanied by a robust app that allows you to add users, receive video / audio calls, hold open from anywhere and a close-on-demand override. The system can also call up to 6 contacts and uses a 4G cellular connection. Additionally, 3 external IP cameras can be connected to the entry system for viewing of the entire entry area over the same application. All of the data is stored on a cloud-based web portal including images of all non-credentialed entries.

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