Schneider Electric has released its new Pelco Spectra High-definition (HD) 1080 30X dome. It offers a clearer image, the makers say, claiming six times the resolution of standard definition domes.
The company is stressing its commitment to being IP-driven. The Spectra HD 30X adds to Pelco’s IP cameras, part of more than 50 new IP cameras to be released in 2013. This PTZ camera is suitable the company says for transport and city, or healthcare, education or hospitality uses.
Features of the new Spectra camera include its 1/2.8-inch Exmor CMOS imager with an integrated 30X optical zoom lens, delivering 2.0 megapixel resolution (1920×1080 at 30IPS). IThe camera is capable of 12X digital zoom, making it suitable the makes say for sites where the camera must be placed high or focus on objects that are far away. Built on the Sarix technology platform, the product features a dual- processor design for guaranteed streams and High-Profile H.264 compression. The dome integrates with third-party video management systems through the Pelco API, and other third-party software and systems through the open ONVIF Profile S standard, and work seamlessly with Pelco video management systems. The dome’s solid pendant design eliminates the subtle vibrations that can occur in demanding installations, ensuring a better image, it is claimed. The camera comes with a suite of analytics built in, including AutoTracker, which allows users to define the size of the object of interest and track the subject through the full 360 degree rotation of the camera. Other analytics tools included are Abandoned Object, Adaptive Motion, Camera Sabotage, Directional Motion, Loitering Detection, Object Counting, Object Removal and Stopped Vehicle.
Herve Fages, senior vice president, Schneider Electric, Pelco Video Line of Business, said: “Schneider Electric continues to expand its IP camera offerings and deliver on our promise to be an IP-driven, customer-focused company. We are excited to offer this new addition to our IP line. The Spectra HD 1080 30X meets our customers’ needs with its exceptional image quality and responsive PTZ performance.” For more information about Spectra HD 1080 30X visit: www.pelco.com/spectra
