PROJECT FOCUS
Edwardian Hotels London with Edwardian Hotels London ’ s design team from an aesthetic point of view .
Recording
The images captured by the IP network cameras are being recorded on SRN-1673S 16 camera channel NVRs which are equipped with a built-in PoE + switch . The SRN-1673S was an attractive option for Mohamed Elsebahy and Nick Kalsi as it offers the opportunity to significantly reduce installation costs by negating the need for the provision of separate power supplies and switches . PoE + functionality means that the SRN-1673S provides sufficient power for any ONVIF compliant PoE + camera , including speed domes and domes with heaters .
The Wisenet cameras have the ability to generate high quality images even when the Lux levels are low .
maximum ROI from their investment in video surveillance systems . The R & D facility has given us the opportunity to evaluate the price / performance ratio of the latest generation of high definition Wisenet cameras from Hanwha Techwin Europe , alongside cameras manufactured by some of their competitors . Our evaluation criteria was not though just about the features and functions of the cameras and recorders . It was important to also take into account the total cost of ownership and so reliability , warranties and the level of technical support provided by the manufacturer , were also important factors that we took into consideration .’
There are approximately 1,100 cameras currently installed throughout the Edwardian Hotels London estate .
Wisenet Solutions
The evaluations resulted in Mohamed Elsebahy and Nick Kalsi establishing that they could achieve the objective of capturing evidence grade , high definition images 24 / 7 in all locations throughout the various hotels , with just three different types of Wisenet IP network based 2 Megapixel Full HD cameras . These were the WisenetIII SNV-6084 vandal resistant dome , Wisenet Lite SND-L6013R IR dome and Wisenet Lite SNO-L6083R weatherproof network IR bullet camera , which is equipped with a varifocal lens .
‘ The lighting conditions in public areas of the hotels such as the bars and reception can vary considerably depending on the time of day ,’ explains Nick Kalsi . ‘ The Wisenet cameras ’ ability to generate high quality images even when the Lux levels are low and in the case of two of the models that have built-in IR LED illumination even in total darkness , makes them ideal for many different types of environments within the hotels .’
There are approximately 1,100 cameras currently installed throughout the Edwardian Hotels London estate . The majority of these are older generation cameras which are being replaced with SNV-6084 , SND-L6013R and SNO-L6083R models , as and when various areas of the hotels are upgraded . The compact SND-L6013R dome is proving particularly popular
Remote access
Nick Kalsi is overseeing a programme which will see Category 6 cabling installed at all the hotels in order to achieve maximum advantage for the high definition IP cameras . ‘ Migrating to an IP network based system will allow Mohamed Elsebahy and other authorised colleagues to be able to access live or recorded images captured by any of the cameras from any location on the network ,’ adds Nick .
‘ If they wish to , they also have the ability to remotely view activity on their smartphones or tablets via the iPOLiS Mobile App . The good news is that we have been able to continue to use SmartViewer video management software which our control room operators are familiar with and find easy to use . It is a significant benefit that SmartViewer supports our older generation cameras , as well as the new Wisenet models .’
Success
‘ Our decision to continue to work closely with a single manufacturer has many benefits which include receiving expert , objective advice on the correct camera model for every location ,’ concludes Mohamed Elsebahy . ‘ We will shortly be seeking further advice from Hanwha Techwin Europe on how we can best take advantage of the Open Platform technology built into WisenetIII cameras . Having access to data captured by a people counting App running on a WisenetIII camera could , for example , provide valuable information on when and how many people have entered the bar areas of our hotels .’
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