With the demand
for IP-video network surveillance systems on the rise in the United States,
Sony is enhancing its line of security solutions with the addition of three
hybrid video network surveillance recording servers. The new high
definition ready models include the NSR-1050H, the NSR-1100 and NSR-1200
units.
Designed to provide users with flexible security options and advanced
levels of response and readiness, the new recording servers come with
powerful features including the ability to combine use of analog and IP
cameras on one system, full high-definition video output (1920x1080), open
platform operation that supports cameras from multiple vendors, and easy
configuration modes and set up.
"We're answering the call from today's security professionals by
providing them with complete surveillance solutions for their applications
and security needs," said Miguel Lazatin, senior marketing manager for Sony
Electronics' security products group. "Whether the job requires
strengthening the capabilities of an existing analog camera system through
the addition of intelligent IP or megapixel network cameras, or taking
steps to prepare for high definition, Sony offers the right combination of
technology and support required by the industry."
The NSR-1050H model supports up to 20 cameras (including megapixel
versions), and is pre-installed with Sony's NSBK-A16 analog encoder circuit
board, which enables the unit to support up to 16 analog cameras. The
NSR-1100 and NSR-1200 units can support up to 32 and 64 cameras,
respectively, and can also be fitted with the NSBK-A16 analog encoder via
an on-board slot. Equipped with that encoder option, the recording servers
can also support up to 16 analog cameras each.
The NSR-1000 series is the industry's first recording server to feature
two high-definition outputs via HDMI cable, as well as two RGB outputs that
can be used to support standard definition applications. When connected to
a megapixel camera, the units are capable of outputting a high-definition
resolution image that can be displayed to any number of Sony's
high-definition LCD monitors, including the 52-inch GXD-L52H1 "ruggedized"
display (viewable area, measured diagonally).
Adding to the system's performance, the NSR-1000 series can accept both
JPEG and MPEG streams simultaneously from dual streaming cameras attached
to the recording server. This feature enables the units to capture
high-resolution images while simultaneously providing high-quality video
when viewing live content in real time. The unit delivers this, for
example, by recording high-resolution images in JPEG at frame rates as low
as five fps, while concurrently capturing live video at higher frame rates
of up to 30 fps in MPEG4.
The NSR-1050H, 1100 and 1200 units have internal storage of up to 0.5
TB, 1 TB and 2 TB, respectively. Each can be connected with up to seven
units of the NSRE-S200 storage unit, which provides an additional 2 TB of
hard-disk storage, for an additional combined storage capacity of 14 TB.
The units' open platform and automatic configuration modes provide
users with increased flexibility and easy installation. The video network
surveillance servers' open platform supports all current Sony camera
models, as well as cameras from other major brands. In addition, the easy
configuration mode automatically detects Sony cameras reducing time needed
for setup.
Additional features for the units include an intuitive graphical user
interface (GUI) for the management of searches, previews, and video
playback; back-up power supply equipment to preserve the integrity of data
in the event of power failure; and Sony's Distributed Enhanced Processing
Architecture protocol (DEPA(TM)), which enables the units to incorporate
advanced video analytics such as intelligent motion detection.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The NSR-1000 series video network surveillance recording servers are
planned to start shipping in December 2008. Suggested list pricing will
range from approximately $5,300 to $11,900.
SOURCE Sony Electronics
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