Redvision CCTV Ltd. - Experts & Thought Leaders

barox Kommunikation AG, the manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders specifically designed for video applications, have been selected to provide secure video management and 90W PoE at the flagship retail space, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway. Located on the historic Cribbs Causeway road, just off Junction 17 of the M5 in Bristol, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway comprises 130 stores across two levels and is designed to provide shoppers with a complete retail experience. Outside, the complex includes free parking for 7,000 vehicles, protected by a network of CCTV cameras that provide shoppers with both visual security and safety while they shop and dine. Best surveillance performance With a brief to upgrade an existing piecemeal CCTV system, RAW Fire and Security took over the maintenance and modernisation of the camera network at the site’s car parks. RAW Fire and Security took over the maintenance and modernisation of the camera network Kevin Oakley of RAW Fire and Security explains the task: “After inheriting a network of cameras, we were asked to begin a program to update the existing analogue infrastructure to IP cameras, to take advantage of the latest developments in CCTV technology, along with adding IR and white LED lighting. As we wanted to provide The Mall’s security team with the very best surveillance performance, we specified and installed Redvision’s industry leading X4 COMMANDER rugged ball PTZ camera, including on-board illumination.” Replacing analogue cameras Replacing analogue cameras on each of the car park’s poles, the Redvision cameras were required to be connected at the base of each pole for video and data transmission back to the onsite control room, utilising the site’s integrated fibre cable network. During the first upgrade phase, these were accompanied with a bespoke-made bracket containing a fibre optic converter, power supply for camera and lights, plus another power supply for the splitter.  “This was a feasible solution at the time but we were struggling to package the disparate technology all-together satisfactorily in the confines of the base of each pole,” says Kevin Oakley, adding “Looking to source a better long-term solution, we came across Switches made for Video manufacturer barox, who supply the only capable switch to be approved for use to provide PoE Mode B power to Redvision cameras.”  Ultra-reliable power delivery The first and only switch to be approved with the ability to provide PoE Mode B power Deploying the Redvison approved barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME 4-port 90W 802.3bt industrial compact switch at the base of each pole, RAW Fire and Security engineers were able to install a bespoke and supremely capable solution that provides the X4 COMMANDER™ and its ancillaries with uninterrupted, switchable power – negating the need for multiple fused power supplies and further reducing the space required in each pole. The first and only switch to be approved with the ability to provide PoE Mode B power to Redvision camera technology, The Mall security team now benefit from ultra-reliable power delivery. In addition, as barox technology is specifically designed to cope with the high demands of video security networks and includes sophisticated built-in cyber security with strong network hygiene, The Mall management can be assured that their upgraded security surveillance IP Network is being protected by the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME industrial switch. Key sensitive areas In operation at The Mall, the Redvision X4 COMMANDER™ cameras are designed for tough, outdoor, surveillance applications, perfect for the challenges of everyday use within the retail site’s car parks. Powered by barox technology, each X4 COMMANDER™ on site uses infra-red and white light illumination. Powered by barox technology, each X4 COMMANDER™ on site uses infra-red and white light illumination “The advantage of the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME 4-port 90W 802.3bt industrial switch has been its ease of installation, performance, size and 4-port capacity,” says Carl Best, Security Manager at The Mall. “Alongside each Redvision camera, on some poles we also have a static bullet camera that permanently observes key sensitive areas, such as the staff walkway and the children’s play area.” Additional video transmission The 4-port capacity of the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME ensures that we have future-proofed spare capacity with which to install other cameras too if we should ever need to expand our camera surveillance coverage, and all without the need to install additional video transmission or power infrastructure in the poles to facilitate those expansions requirements. “So successful has the barox/Redvision solution been, that we are looking to expand its use across the site, rolling out this proven solution across many more camera locations on our journey to a completely IP CCTV based system.”

In a move designed to support installers and specifiers of video surveillance systems, the global manufacturer of professional video switches, media converters, and IP extenders, barox Kommunikation AG, has been selected by UK camera manufacturer Redvision as a key technical partner. In the partnership, barox are providing uninterrupted, reliable PoE and reporting for Redvision’s X4 COMMANDER™ rugged, ball PTZ camera, including on-board illumination. Reliable camera operation The barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME 4-port 90W 802.3bt Industrial switch is now proven capable of powering the X4 COMMANDER™ and its ancillaries with uninterrupted, switchable power. The first and only switch to be approved with the ability to provide PoE Mode B power to Redvision camera technology, this means end-users can be assured of reliable camera operation combined with remote on/off switching capability via VMS (Video Management Software) - for instant and service-free device reset. CCTV systems can provide temporary back-up power via a UPS battery pack" Previously, when using a power injector device, reset can only be achieved manually by sending engineers to site. “On losing mains power supply, CCTV systems can provide temporary back-up power via a UPS battery pack,” explains Rudolf Rohr, barox Co-founder & Managing partner. Rugged CCTV camera “However, if the loss of mains power is prolonged, the local battery power can become depleted and the system blacks out. In this scenario, it would be ideal to prevent the total loss of power and system down-time by remotely switching off certain cameras and/or illuminators – to conserve battery energy and maintain the operation of critical devices. Unlike with simple network PoE injectors, employing the technical pairing of barox switches and their efficient PoE management, non-critical cameras or Illuminators can be automatically switched off, to extend battery autonomy.” In operation, The Redvision X4 COMMANDER™ cameras are designed for tough, outdoor, surveillance applications. The X4 COMMANDER™ uses advanced production techniques and state-of-the-art technology to offer a world-class, rugged CCTV camera with a best-in-class, feature set. The unit’s die-cast aluminium body is pre-treated before being powder coated - making the camera environmentally tough and resistant to malicious attack or vandalism. Play installation experience This provides our customers the flexibility of powering multiple PoE cameras" Powered by barox technology, the X4 COMMANDER™ features High-PoE, 60W (90W with illuminators) option, means a simple plug-and-play installation experience, utilising easy connectivity via the RJ45 socket in the base of the camera, operating over a full 100m Cat 5e span. “We are delighted to confirm that the latest LT-LPITE-402GBTME Industrial switch with management and 802.3bt standard per-port PoE is proved to provide fantastic performance in powering the X4 COMMANDER™ up to 90W,” says Rudolf Rohr; “This provides our customers the flexibility of powering multiple PoE cameras, with the added benefit of management via VMS or PSIM solutions, which has up to now not been an option with the use of power injectors to power the X4 COMMANDER™.” Extensive management options “The LT-LPITE-402GBTME has been specially developed for applications with high data loads, e.g. video over IP, video streaming also in connection with multicast. Thanks to 802.3bt standard per-port PoE up to 90W, IP cameras with high power requirements can be supplied via the data cable. The robust construction, the wide operating temperature range, compact design, and the reduced number of ports make this switch ideal for outdoor use. With the extensive management options, even complex network requirements can be met.” The Redvision X4 COMMANDER™ camera is constantly monitored by the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME The Redvision X4 COMMANDER™ camera is constantly monitored by the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME. In case of any interruption to the camera’s functionality, the unit automatically restarts the camera. If this is not possible the LT-LPITE-402GBTME then alarms by SNMP. Excessive power consumption Additionally, active management of the PoE-performance by the LT-LPITE-402GBTME ensures that in case of sudden excessive power consumption by the camera no matter what the reason, the switch also alarms by SNMP. As an example, each barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME switch can power up to four X4 COMMANDER™ cameras, including accessories, (such as white light and Infrared LED illuminators), and provide reliable management and reporting. This, along with the ability to monitor and operate energy management for all connected devices across the network, means cameras can be remotely rebooted, without the need for an engineer to visit a site to physically unplug a power injector to re-boot a camera. So, the barox switch can proactively save valuable time and money, and vastly reduces network down-time throughout the lifetime of the system. Video security networks The barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME offers installers a reliable solution to providing robust high-power Mode B PoE Additionally, unlike with generic data switches from other manufacturers, barox video switches are specifically designed for the high demands of video security networks and include sophisticated built-in cyber security, with strong network hygiene. barox cyber security features range from Sticky IP, to embedded firewall functions and above all, include peace-of-mind, with barox being a ISO27000 certified manufacturing company. Already deployed in combination with the X4 COMMANDER™ camera within many key Town Centre, Shopping Centre, Highways, Rail, Power, Water, Prison and Critical National Infrastructure applications, the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME offers installers a reliable solution to providing robust high-power Mode B PoE, to meet the camera's high PoE requirements. Range of temperature conditions “The deployment of barox technology alongside the X4 COMMANDER™ camera range has seen two leading brands combine to bring a tried and tested solution to the market,” says Guy Hucker, Operations Manager Redvision CCTV. “We are already seeing our biggest customers use the combination – deploying cameras in groups of three with redundancy supplied via the barox LT-LPITE-402GBTME’s 4- port capability. With time, cost and space saved versus the previous use of 4 injectors to power the cameras.” “The benefits of robust high-power Mode B PoE across a range of temperature conditions, advanced cybersecurity, and simple installation and set-up, has made barox technology the perfect partner for the X4 COMMANDER™ across installations throughout the UK and into Europe.”

Redvision, the UK’s renowned manufacturer of high-performance, CCTV cameras and housings, now offers a washer bracket for its newly-released, X2-COMBAT rugged, ball PTZ camera. Will Hucker, General Manager at Redvision, explains, “The RVX2-WASH bracket is firmly attached to the 4” PCD base mount of the X2-COMBAT using M8 bolts." "It includes a single delivery, universal nozzle to squirt water onto the camera’s window. This is cleaned away by the camera’s silicon wiper, which is now part of the standard build. The RVX2-WASH bracket nozzle connects to the washer pipe of any standard CCTV wash pump system." IR detection "The washer pump motor is switched on using the dedicated ‘Wash’ auxiliary output on the X2-COMBAT ALARM camera; a command from Redvision’s VMS1000 control system; and an ONVIF command from any third-party VMS. The RVX2-WASH bracket is made from Marine Grade, 316, stainless steel for exceptional resistance to extreme marine, hazardous and toxic environments.” The X2-COMBAT camera is the next generation of Redvision’s market-leading X-Series. It boasts a 7-year MTBF and brings new levels of performance, such as a 3MP, 30x zoom camera module and IR detection distances exceeding 300m at night. The X2-COMBAT is first anodised, and its brackets and mounts zinc-plated, before being finished in light grey (RAL 7035) or black (RAL 9005) powder-coat paint. The cameras and brackets can also be ordered in any bespoke colour from the RAL range.