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CCTV has long been a trusted means of providing security, and traditionally CCTV products have been installed as stand alone systems, requiring dedicated connections for the transmission of video and data. However, with the advent of video over IP, CCTV is able to broach a whole new dimension, providing integration with existing data networks and cost-effective solutions.

Panasonic the world’s largest manufacturer of dedicated Security System Products has now focused their expertise on the provision of CCTV over IP, providing growth opportunity for the CCTV industry, not only in the transmission of video images, but video acquisition, compression, transmission, recording, analysis and administration. Not only through the provision of specialist products but utilising embedded technology within existing quality assured units.

Panasonic’s approach to the CCTV industry has seen the introduction of a number of IP enabled products, from the scalable HD300 Hard Disk Recorder, to the latest cameras including the new BLC-131 network camera with a host of features, such as, unitized Pan & Tilt, PIR detection alarm connectivity and multi-camera viewing, to the development of hi-end IP camera products like the new NP472 Day/Night capable camera.

The development of digital technology for the CCTV industry provides real measurable benefits and establishes a platform for true integration of security and data systems. These developments will not only sustain the CCTV marketplace, but also provide key growth areas for the future. To this end Panasonic is committed to develop innovative cost effective network solutions.

Panasonic Network Cameras are easy to install and simple to use. The extensive range of cameras provides simple entry level products to high end integrated system solutions. Although Panasonic Cameras include a host of network capable features they can also be used in conjunction with leading IP Software Platforms to deliver site specific Network applications.

Not only has Panasonic developed unique network capable cameras but can also offer Hybrid Camera products that simultaneously combine analogue and IP transmission allowing ease of integration to existing security environments.

Panasonic’s range of Network capable product provide solutions for a wide range of network applications from single camera systems to fully integrated IP video solutions. Panasonic’s pragmatic, innovative and creative ideas are now delivering real benefits to the world of IP video. These ideas not only provide proven technology and system solutions but have the capability to deliver systems that make a difference. Panasonic ‘ideas for life’.