Big-Eye High-Resolution Digital Security
Big-Eye aims to revolutionise site monitoring through the use of high-resolution digital camera photography and commodity digital data storage and communication systems. A Big-Eye unit includes a fixed 3 Megapixel digital camera, internal storage for thousands of photos, and standard Ethernet and 802.11 b/g wireless networking. On-board sensors and expansion interfaces allow intelligent capture of event of interest, reducing monitoring and storage requirements. The use of industry-standard communication protocols, image formats and data storage further simplify the retention, reproduction and handling of captured images. Next Generation Autonomous Security
Big-Eye can be configured and controlled from a networked computer, or can operate stand-alone. An integrated motion sensor detects movement and automatically snaps photos before and after the movement. External connectivity also allows Big-Eye to control other devices such as an alarm or lighting. In addition, the Big-Eye unit can be controlled by other devices such as an alarm or remote panic button. A speaker connection allows Big-Eye to make security announcements or warnings, either automatically or manually from a connected PC.
Big-Eye includes a special means of authorising remote access to cameras. This allows law enforcement agencies, rural neighbors, alarm monitoring companies and other authorised parties to connect and see a live preview of what is happening after and alarm activation or other event. Camera owners can enable and disable this authorisation easily as required. This does not require massive bandwidth over fibre-optic cable and a standard ADSL or satellite Internet connection is suitable.
Big-Eye Features
- High-resolution image sensor and lens produces true, high-resolution colour photos (3 Megapixels)
- Supports full 128-bit WPA2 security
- Includes audio record and audio announce through an integrated speaker/microphone (optional)
- Can be mounted inside a weather-proof enclosure
- Very low power consumption saves on running costs
- 10/100 Ethernet
- 802.11b/g WiFi (optional)
- Internal 1GB storage for around 2,000 photos
- Removable SD flash storage card, up to 32,000 photos
- Power over Ethernet or 6-28V input
- Battery input option
- Alarm interface for panic button, light sensor or event printer
- Compact and CS mount lens options
- PIR motion sensing and software
| Feature | Standard CCTV Camera | Big-Eye |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution, Megapixel (MP) | 0.4 at best (720x576) | 3 (2048x1536) |
| Compression | Not in camera, but digital storage solutions may use
lossy compression, leading to loss of quality |
JPEG, Motion JPEG |
| Networking | N/A | Ethernet, 802.11 WiFi |
| Frame Rate, Hz | 25 | 15 at 320x240
1 at 3 MP* |
| Storage | External | 2000 images internal
60,000 w/ SD card |
| Motion Sensing | Sometimes | Integrated PIR sensor |
| Alarm Interface | N/A | Intelligent 2-way alarm interface |
| Interface Protocol | Analogue only - PAL/NTSC | Standards-based PTPIP, MJPEG |
| Bandwidth Requirements | Dedicated COAX cable | Shared network
From 0-3 Mbps for images; 0.6-2 Mbps for live preview |
| Field of View | 20 degrees | 60 degrees |
| Expansion | N/A | General purpose I/O, analogue inputs, serial ports, USB, etc. |
To discuss Big-Eye or your digital video requirements, please contact us with your questions and contact details. A member of our dedictated team will review your requirements and be in contact. We can then provide details of the suitability of Big-Eye for your organisation, and how it might benefit your needs.
