FLIR thermal CCTV cameras.New version now available

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FLIR thermal CCTV cameras

Thermal CCTV imaging cameras as we have mentioned before on this site are the next generation of security and surveillance applications.


FLIR Systems are launching a new version of thermal CCTV imaging cameras.

Despite the success of the old SR-Series the new camera FLIR claim is even better although they still look the same from the outside, all SR-Series come with a new thermal imaging core that will allow the end user to view even farther distances than before. This means that users can now detect targets at greater distance for the same price. Sounds like a good deal to us!


The SR-Series are using the most advanced thermal imaging technology available on the market today. The FLIR thermal CCTV camera is capable of producing crisp 320 x 240 pixels thermal images.

In the new thermal CCTV camera more pixels allow the user to see more detail and to detect smaller objects than before. Remember of course with thermal CCTV the camera provides high quality thermal imaging in any night- or daytime environmental conditions.


FLIR have produced the camera with several different lens options as follows:

– SR-124: 9 mm lens – Field of view: 24° (H) x 20° (V)

– SR-117: 13 mm lens – Field of view: 17° (H) x 14° (V)

– SR-112: 19 mm lens – Field of view: 12° (H) x 10° (V)

Or with the larger imaging cell

– SR-348: 9 mm lens – Field of view: 48° (H) x 39° (V) – SR-334: 13 mm lens – Field of view: 34° (H) x 28° (V)

– SR-324: 19 mm lens – Field of view: 24° (H) x 19° (V)

– SR-313: 35 mm lens – Field of view: 13° (H) x 10° (V)

– SR-309: 50 mm lens – Field of view: 9° (H) x 7° (V)

– SR-304: 100 mm lens – Field of view: 4.6° (H) x 3.7° (V)


The range of the FLIR thermal CCTV cameras is astonishing with the right lens in place of course the camera can detect a man sized object at a range of up to 2 KM this gives the camera enormous potential in a market place that is looking for quality and costs savings. Imagine how many analogue cam areas it would take to cove a similar distance?


About thermal imaging

Also we need to think about the other benefits of thermal CCTV camera remember thermal imaging cameras produce images of invisible infrared or “heat” radiation. Based on temperature differences between objects, so fog dust and even water is no barrier when an image is required. In contrast with other technologies, such as light amplification, thermal imaging needs no light to produce an image on which the smallest of details can be seen. It can see in total darkness, in the darkest of nights, in the far distance, and is able to detect anyone hiding in the shadows. It is has many uses including security and surveillance, maritime, automotive, fire fighting and many other applications.

So FLIR thermal CCTV are no appearing in day to day scenarios , no longer are these cameras beyond the budget of a normal business its not just the military and police that can afford them. We will be keeping our eye on the progress of this camera but consider that sales will be strong.

CCTV Manuals – shall we leave them out?

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CCTV Manuals – the printed material which will help all installers install their kit.

CCTV manuals

So, why does no-one read them?

And yet, bet they’d moan if they weren’t there

TECH SUPPORT HOTLINE IS NOT AN ELECTRONIC MANUAL – read first, dial second!!!!!!

Paxton integrated access control solutions

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Paxton integrated access control solutions are some of the best in the security industry today. Paxton based in Brighton, they are now the market leader for access control in the UK.

Paxton Net2 controller

Their leading product is the PC based NET 2 system. The access control software that is at the heart of this solution is able run several different door controllers. In essence they have 3 main door controllers all designed to fit into different scenarios dependant on the layout of the site. In summary these are the Net2 classic, the Net2 plus and the Net2 nano.

The classic is their oldest model and is an RS485 based system. Each controller will fit above a door that needs securing and will accommodate 2 readers. One in and one out. The whole ethos behind Paxton’s success has been that it is able to fit into just about every situation required and remain cost competitive. For more doors just add another controller and the two are integrated together using simple 485 communication. Add up to 500 doors in this manner and up to 50,000 users and you have a very flexible solution.

As we start to move into a situation where IP access control is now at the heart of many security installations Paxton introduced the Net2 plus. This is an IP based controller and sits easily on a PC network. Still happily able to integrate with the classic you are able to mix and match controllers in order to gain the most cost effective solution.

Not to be outdone by their competitors the forward thinking staff at Paxton also realized that wireless controllers could also cut the cost of installations in certain cases. This is where the Net2 nano comes into the equation. A wireless door controller it can connect to the network through a 2.4GHZ radio path that uses  a  bridge at its heart. Once again the nano fits seamlessly in with both the classic and the plus to ensure that no installation is made difficult.

Paxton Net2 has become a favorite amongst installers because aesthetically the readers look good, the system is very competitively priced and it seems that customers needs can always be answered. There is little this access control solution can’t do.

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It also must be noted that its not just doors that can be run with the Net2 system. Integrated CCTV and building management systems are easily achievable. Safety features, such as only letting authorised operators start their machines means that everyday uses For Net2 can be everywhere. With this in mind Paxton produce many ancillary products to ensure seamless integration between different security and building management solutions.

Vandal proof readers, keypads, biometric fingerprint scanners can all be integrated into the the controllers and they do not have to be Paxton products. So takeovers and upgrades are always achievable.

Paxton Net2 reader

With a website that is is one of the best in the security industry, technical support for registered installers is always at hand and downloads of the latest firmware always available. Paxton also operate an excellent loyalty scheme that ensures that installers are always keen to go back.

Perhaps however the most important point of all. Reliability is second to none. The units all manufactured at a specially designed factory site in Eastbourne Paxton are UK through and through. So if you are considering installing an integrated access control system then Paxton Net2 and all their associated products  should be high on your priority list.

Panasonic WV-SW395 IP network dome camera

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The Panasonic WV-SW395 is an all in one, IP network dome camera that can produce high quality HD IP video. The camera looks the part and has features that will get it noticed.

Panasonic WV-SW395

Fitted with a newly developed 1.3 Megapixel MOS sensor, the WV-SW395 IP megapixel camera  delivers high quality images in HD 720p and up to 30ips. In addition the WV-SW395  has been fitted with Panasonic’s newly developed MOS sensors. With 360 degree panning and auto flip function this  camera smoothly captures the scene and reproduces crisp clear images in HD quality. Image clarity is bolstered by using super dynamic technology and an auto day night function means low light level images are recorded in mono to ensure a better all round low light images. The WV-SW395 also incorporates Panasonic revolutionary facial detection technology, the camera is able to transport the facial images captured to a suitable NVR recorder.

Another winner from Panasonic? Well it certainly looks that way.

IR dome cameras,are they as good as we hoped?

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IR PTZ dome cameras…..do they work?

One of the big problems with IR PTZ dome cameras is they promise the world but do they actually deliver?

IR PTZ dome camera

Following a recent installation a client of ours was  getting ongoing complaints from the customer that his night time images really were not what he was expecting. The salesman had promised picture quality as good as day and this clearly was not the case. Further to several visits by the engineers the issue was still not solved and the customer was losing patience, fast.

The engineers were however fighting a losing battle ,each visit was carried out during the day and all they could rely on was viewing the recorded images and guessing what they could do to improve them. The only solution was a night time visit!

When the nighttime visit was made it became obvious the varying different light sources present on site were causing the camera to misbehave. It was only when the true light levels at night were able to be taken into account that the relevant adjustments could be made. Bingo a perfect night time picture and the quality the customer had been promised in the first place. So the answer is that IR PTZ dome cameras can deliver but a couple of words of caution. The cameras cannot be properly set up during daylight hours and secondly if extra lighting is either added or taken away the picture quality will change and therefore the camera may need constant adjustment….much to think about here!