The IP Camera and IP CCTV Blog

Security for the Public Sector Seminar – Save the date!

Viki — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:31:32 +0000

On Thursday 30th September 2010 Axis Communications, Milestone, Aerelink and event host NW Systems will present an informative seminar session for the Public Sector at the BT Convention Centre, Liverpool UK.

The iPads Have Landed - Popular IP cameras viewed on the iPad

Kevin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:01:22 +0000

What impact will the iPad have on the IP Camera industry? How well do popular products from the likes of Axis, Panasonic and Y-cam interact with the world’s latest ‘must-have’ gadget? To find out, we decided to test a number of cameras from these manufacturers using our own shiny new iPad (any excuse!) Here is what we found...

Milestone replace Basis+ with XProtect Essential

James — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:47:25 +0000

Milestone have just replaced their popular XProtect Basis+ surveillance software with XProtect Essential. Essential is an entry level application aimed at the small business market with the option of monitoring and recording of up to 26 cameras. Similarly to Basis+, Essential is compatible with over 800 IP camera and video server models and is a powerful [...]

Mobotix releases another hemispheric camera - the M24M-SEC-D11

James — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:56:29 +0000

Not content with only having one hemispheric IP camera on the market, Mobotix have released their second 180° (or 360° depending on your angle) high resolution camera - the M24M-SEC-D11. The M24M range features a wall-mountable, IP66-rated casing with 2-way audio and internal 4Gb microSD card for recording video without any external equipment. Additionally, the [...]

SecurityStation VSaaS now Plug and Play

Viki — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:49:01 +0000

After working flat out for a couple of months the boffins are NW Systems Group have released SecurityStation plug and play into the wild...

Axis P5534 HDTV IP cameras monitor crowd flow at Wembley Stadium

Viki — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:18:52 +0000

The Football Association has recently purchased Axis P5534 IP cameras to monitor crowd flow at Wembley Stadium. With HDTV quality footage, a 18x zoom and a 360° rotation, the Axis P5534 will deliver detailed images ensuring crowd flow on match days is clearly captured and people and objects are easily identifiable. View our earlier blog post on [...]

IP Camera comparison: Vivotek IP7142 and Y-cam Bullet

James — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:56:58 +0000

The Y-cam Bullet and the Vivotek IP7142 are two fixed view IP cameras designed for outdoor installation and fitted with infrared LEDs, designed above all to capture high-quality security footage in locations with no external lighting. From the similar price points and how they are pitched, it is easy to tell that they are very similar, [...]

Perfect panoramic view with new Mobotix IP camera

Viki — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:53:44 +0000

This is a new, useful product from Mobotix: the Motobix M24M-SEC-D11 with 180 degree panoramic view. The camera captures a 180 degree fisheye view and processes the image within the camera to send out a perfectly straight 180 degree panoramic view. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use the camera is great for security monitoring of [...]

Sony’s latest VMS software, Realshot Manager Advanced offers client/server configuration for large enterprise solutions

Greg — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 20:39:47 +0000

Realshot Manager Advanced (IMZ-NS100 series) is the latest Video Management Software (VMS) from Sony which turns a Windows-based PC/Server into a professional video surveillance application giving live image monitoring, recording and playback. The software starts with a 1-channel license for small business use but can be extended up to 512 cameras with multiple recording servers for [...]

Axis M1054 Compact HDTV Network Camera

Viki — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 10:47:54 +0000

New from Axis Communications, the world’s leading IP camera manufacturer, is the M1054 HDTV IP security camera. Even with HDTV resolution, full alarm capabilities and dual h.264 streaming, the camera remains an affordable solution for security surveillance of homes or business properties. Its H.264 video streaming delivers the latest in video compression technology without reducing picture [...]

Network Webcams announces change of name

Viki — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:03:53 +0000

We are delighted to announce that with immediate effect we have changed our company name from Network Webcams to NW Systems Group Ltd. The name change follows our continued growth and better identifies our business activities and scope. With the name change we also introduce to you our new divisional structure; NW Systems Group has five divisions: [...]

Axis P5534 PTZ HDTV IP Camera - Example HD Videos

Greg — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:19:38 +0000

Example HD footage from the Axis P5534 PTZ HDTV dome network camera. Videos show scenes in both daylight and low light conditions.

Axis M1031-W IP CCTV Surveillance Kit

Viki — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:23:05 +0000

New product announcement: Axis M1011-W surveillance kit. An affordable solution for anyone needing to install a security system, this Axis bundle provides a saving of £322 when compared to buying the products individually.

Network Webcams strengthens UK sales team

Kevin — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:44:24 +0000

Network Webcams, one of the UKs leading IP video and security firms has further strengthened its UK sales team with the appointment of two additional specialists. Richard Lewis has been appointed System Sales and Delivery Manager with responsibility for expanding the company's installation services and ensuring that the most appropriate IP CCTV solution is delivered and tailored to individual customer needs - a fundamental element of Network Webcams' business approach. With over 12 years experience in IP video, Richard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will be a great benefit to our customers.

Network Webcams announces 3G solution for RemoteManager

Viki — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:38:50 +0000

Network webcams today are able to offer a 3G wireless solution for their construction webcams system, RemoteManager. Providing increased flexibility and reducing costs, a fully wireless 3G solution takes the hassle out of network cabling on a construction site, which is often impractical or expensive.

Panasonic BB-HCM701 launch offer exclusive to Network Webcams

Viki — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:47:53 +0000

We’re offering £100 off the new Panasonic BB-HCM701 indoor fixed mini-dome IP camera. This compact camera is designed for discreet indoor surveillance and would be perfect for use in offices, schools, hospitals, hotel reception areas, store and server rooms.

Network Webcams announces launch of SecurityStation

Viki — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:03:07 +0000

Today, Network Webcams announces the launch of SecurityStation, its own Alerts & Recording Platform (ARP). Designed with the user in mind, SecurityStation makes viewing and recording from IP cameras as easy as using a website.

Y-cam launch the new Y-cam Bullet IP camera. Weatherproof, wireless security with true day/night, 2-way audio and PoE

Greg — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:15:40 +0000

Y-cam have been very successful with their IP cameras for the entry-level market. They have provided a small range of daylight viewing (Y-cam White) and night vision cameras (Y-cam Black/Knight) aimed for home and small business users but now they are launching something with the business user in mind. The Y-cam Bullet Enter the Y-cam [...]

Y-cam Bullet Vs. Y-cam Shell

Simon — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:47:06 +0000

Y-cam have just released a new dedicated outdoor IP camera the Y-cam Bullet. Previously Y-cam had offered the Y-cam shell as an outdoor solution for their Y-cam range which is made from ABS plastic and offers IP66-ratedequivalent weatherproofing. As you can see the new Y-cam Bullet seems to be a more streamlined, elegant solution in [...]

New and Improved Panasonic Pan-Tilt Network Cameras

Simon — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:37:35 +0000

Panasonic have recently released new network cameras the BB-HCM715 and the BB-HCM735 to replace the BB-HCM511 and the BB-HCM531 respectively. The cameras look the same, with pan and tilt control and can still be powered by Power over Ethernet, but they offer better image quality with a megapixel resolution and have H.264 video compression. [...]

Pelco DS4U Software Now Available - 4ch. Recording Solution Now Bundled with Pelco IP Cameras

Greg — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:41:35 +0000

Pelco have launched a free 4-channel video recording software solution, DS4U, which will now be bundled with every Pelco IP camera product for Windows and Mac users. What DS4U offers is entry to their high-end Digital Sentry platform which allows users to manage data for multiple locations from a single client workstation. DS4U is a free software-only [...]

Coming Soon - Panasonic BL-C210 and BL-C230

Greg — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:33:59 +0000

These cameras are already out in the US and are the direct replacements of probably our best selling cameras, the Panasonic BL-C111 and BL-C131. Due out very soon in the UK the BL-C210 and BL-C230 (wireless model) are both targeted to the home security market. If you look at their appearance you can see they [...]

Mobotix releases new updated M24M range of cameras

James — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:04:37 +0000

Mobotix are in the process of rolling out new camera models with updated hardware. Their new M24M range adds a range of features over the older M22M which improve the effectiveness of your security installation. Here are some of the features available: New versions Most of the old versions of the M22M will be transferred over to the [...]

New Axis Q1910/-E Thermal Network Cameras for Reliable Detection in the Dark

Greg — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:13:33 +0000

Axis are the first to introduce a fully featured thermal network camera for surveillance, the Q1910 (outdoor variant Q1910-E). Before now thermal imaging cameras have been analogue-based and restricted to high-end installations with a heavy price tag but with the new cameras launched this week Axis are offering thermal network camera surveillance at an [...]

VIVOTEK IP7361 2MP Outdoor IP Security Camera

Greg — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:53:29 +0000

Something which caught our eye recently is the new 2 megapixel outdoor camera from VIVOTEK, the IP7361. From the spec the IP7361 it’s definintely not shy of features: Outdoor-ready IP67 rated protection 2 Megapixel sensor (1600×1200 pixels) with digital PTZ True day/night functionality with built in IR illumination Power over Ethernet compliant to IEEE802.3af 2-way audio with SIP protocol On-camera recording [...]

Special Offer on Mobotix Q24M Hemispheric IP Camera

Simon — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:14:15 +0000

After the recent glowing review of the Mobotix Q24M by PC-Pro, Network Webcams are running an exclusive promotion on the Mobotix Q24M 3-megapixel hemispheric IP camera. Save £50 + VAT until the 28th of February 2010. Only available from www.networkwebcams.co.uk Mobotix Q24M full specification >> Mobotix Q24M PC-Pro review >> addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.networkwebcams.co.uk%2Fblog%2F2010%2F01%2F05%2Fspecial-offer-on-mobotix-q24m-hemispheric-ip-camera%2F'; [...]

First Look: Panasonic BB-HCM701 indoor fixed mini-dome IP camera

Greg — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:51:51 +0000

We have been lucky enough to get our hands on a Panasonic BB-HCM701 before they are released and we thought we’d share our first impressions. Compact The first thing that is noticable about the BB-HCM701 is its size. It’s very compact and ideal for unobstrusive installation for discreet surveillance. Panasonic state it’s 60% smaller than [...]

Network Webcams’ IP camera records archaeological find in Chester

Frank — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:10:47 +0000

Our Chester City Walls RemoteManager IP camera has hit the local press again as archaeologists uncovered a buried Roman tower during repair works. It's believed that the well-preserved tower, which was found beneath the foundation of the city wall, was used by Roman guards patrolling the area.

Mobotix Q24M Receives High Praise from PC Pro

Kevin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:04:29 +0000

The Mobotix Q24M hemispheric IP camera recently scored highly when reviewed by the guys at PC Pro, “We were stunned when we first saw the live view. It's not just that the image quality is good, it's what the camera can do with it that's so impressive.”

CCTV helps Scottish Schools Combat Vandalism

Frank — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:41:17 +0000

Network Webcams is highlighting a recent report in the Sunday Mail on the staggering cost of school vandalism in Scotland. According to the report, vandalism in Scottish schools costs taxpayers £10,000 a day or £3.53 million per year, equivalent to the salary of more than 170 teachers.

Network Webcams Ltd - UK network IP camera and hosted webcam services for businesses

IP cameras and network camera solutions for security, surveillance, constuction cameras, business webcams, security systems and remote monitoring. Based in UK.

Live construction cameras - construction management and photography by webcam

RemoteManager is a webcam system specifically designed for use on construction and property development projects. It enables you to remotely view and control web cameras installed on a construction site via the Internet. A RemoteManager webcam on your project provides a number of real benefits and cost savings.

Business class webcam hosting - run a feature-rich streaming webcam on your website

Streamdays Webcam Hosting is a service that enables you, in a very easy manner, to implement and run a feature-rich, interactive webcam on your website. A Streamdays powered webcam enhances any website, and is particularly suitable for companies and organisations in the Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality sectors seeking to further improve their online marketing.

IP Security Systems and tailored network camera solutions

We design, install and maintain tailored IP Security Systems. To ensure maximum system performance, optimum reliability and long-term product support. We only use camera equipment and software solutions from the leading providers Axis, Panasonic, Sony, IQinvision and Milestone. Systems can be wireless or installed using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE).

Applications: What can you do with IP network cameras?

The way network cameras work has expanded the range of applications in which cameras can be used. In addition to the traditional use of a camera as a security measure, cameras are used more and more as a management tool. The reason for this is a network camera's typical feature of providing visual access to remote and distant locations. Examples are the use of network cameras in the following applications.