pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:16 Page 1 A TOUCH TOO FAR? Biometric reader solutions tested for accuracy BENCHMARK TESTED: SCB-3001 SV DSP Camera • SNB-5000 HD 720p iPolis camera AROUND THE CLOCK A comparative test of IR-enabled static domes OPEN ALL HOURS A look at the leading day/night cameras SAMSUNG PRODUCT TEST ROUND-UP
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:16 Page 2 Standing out from the crowd? PRODUCT Everfocus 264x4 Honeywell HRDP16D Mitsubishi DX-TL5716E Samsung SRD-1670DP Vista QP16 PRODUCT DESIGN 88% 76% 80% 90% 80% FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 86% 76% 80% 90% 80% VIDEO QUALITY 88% 80% 80% 90% 78% PERFORMANCE 86% 76% 80% 90% 80% OVERALL RATING 87% 77% 80% 90% 79% To identify products quickly and easily, always mention Benchmark when contacting suppliers and manufacturers.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:16 Page 3 16 Channel DVRs The DVR uses the now almost standard H.264 compression algorithm for recorded video. Available resolutions are 704 x 576, 704 x 288 or 352 x 288. Record rate is 400fps. Now for the good news; it’s 400fps at all resolutions, so this truly is a real-time DVR! The SRD-1670DP has a clean and simple fascia. The left hand side is home to the DVD rewriter, while the centre of the unit includes a jog/shuttle dial with a blue LED ring.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:16 Page 4 The Next Step for CCTV? Samsung – SNB-5000 Camera 84% BENCHMARK RATINGS Product Design: 85% Features and Functions: 85% Ease of Installation: 80% IVA Performance: 85% Video Performance: 87% Overall Rating: 84% Tel: 01932 455308 www.samsungsecurity.com f there is one technology that will drive forwards the acceptance of new technologies in CCTV, it has to be High Definition video.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:16 Page 5 Professional Test adjust the lens. Lag can make focussing an IP camera something of a nightmare, so it is certainly a positive move. Installation and set-up The hardware installation is simple. It's very similar to the set-up for a composite video camera, but there is obviously the network connection to add. This is a simple RJ45 connection. Once the connections are made, the next task is to address the camera. Samsung supplies a utility for this.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 6 The Hybrid Advantage PRODUCT Axis Q7401 Genie CCTV NV100 Samsung SNS-100 Verint S1950e Videcon VIP-R200 Vista VKEncoder1 BUILD QUALITY 85% 85% 85% 80% 80% 85% FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 85% 80% 85% 80% 80% 80% EASE OF INSTALLATION 85% 80% 80% 70% 80% 85% PERFORMANCE 90% 80% 80% 80% 80% 85% OVERALL RATING 86% 81% 83% 78% 80% 84% The choice between IP-enabled and composite systems is not a simple one to make.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 7 Video Servers server offers both MPEG-4 and M-JPEG coding. This allows video to be optimised for streaming using lower bandwidths, whilst delivering higher quality images for evidential purposes. Network support is for 10/100 BaseT. The server also handles bi-directional audio, alarm inputs and outputs, RS-232 and RS-422/485 ports, and a front-mounted USB 2.0 connection.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 8 A Touch Too Far? PRODUCT GSD 1FP Fingerprint Switch Samsung SSA-S3010 PRODUCT DESIGN 80% 80% FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 80% 85% INSTALLATION 85% 80% PERFORMANCE 85% 85% OVERALL RATING 83% 83% hen biometrics first burst into the mainstream access control marketplace many years ago, it was greeted with near hysteria by some.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 9 Biometric Readers elements as per the original product specification for a standalone biometric reader. Supporting up to 1,000 users with fingerprint (other technologies have differing capacities), the unit allows the biometric element to be used with a PIN, or with other supported access technologies. The unit supports door monitoring and connection of a request-to-exit button. It also features two auxiliary outputs.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 10 Professional Test Pushing the boundaries? Samsung – SCB-3001P 90% BENCHMARK RATINGS Product Design: 90% Features and Functions: 90% Ease of Installation: 90% Image Quality: 90% Performance: 90% Overall Rating: 90% Tel: 01932 455308 www.samsungsecurity.com 10 www.benchmarkmagazine.com In recent years, Samsung has delivered a steady stream of camera upgrades.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 11 Finally, the camera is a 12V DC/24V DC unit, and is supplied with a real manual! Installation Setting up the SCB-3001 is pretty much the same as setting up most higher end CCTV cameras. The connections are straightforward; BNC connectivity for video out, screw-type connections for power, and push-fit terminals for other connections.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 12 All-in-one Vision PRODUCT CBC VSC23302 CCTV Direct Killercam V3 Genie CCTV ZD49IR Honeywell Security Samsung HCD92534X SCO2080R PRODUCT DESIGN 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 73% 80% 78% 78% 85% IMAGE QUALITY 78% 85% 85% 80% 87% DAY/NIGHT PERFORMANCE 80% 78% 78% 78% 80% OVERALL RATING 78% 81% 80% 79% 83% n recent years, integrated cameras have increased in popularity with security installers, and it easy to und
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:17 Page 13 Bullet Cameras Samsung packs a lot of processing into its chipsets, and sometimes it's easy to mess the image up. The SOC2080R doesn't have the flexibility that some of the higher end models have, but it does have much of the power. If the image starts to look over-processed, just back off on some of the settings. The unit switched at around 2 lux in Fast Mode, which was just about right.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:18 Page 14 Open All Hours? PRODUCT Pelco C10DN6X Samsung SHC735P Sony SSCE473P Vista VPC524DN PRODUCT DESIGN 82% 84% 80% 75% FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 75% 87% 75% 75% IMAGE QUALITY 83% 87% 80% 82% DAY/NIGHT PERFORMANCE 80% 82% 80% 78% OVERALL RATING 80% 85% 79% 78% hen it comes to mainstream CCTV cameras, one of the most common choices is the day/night unit.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:18 Page 15 Day/Night Cameras Up (x 256), gain control, backlight compensation and the much highlighted SSNR noise reduction system – in this case, SSNR II. The SHC735P features some less used functions too; flip, mirror and sharpness all being evident. However, it also boasts more useful features such as video motion detection, privacy masking and – for those seeking pole mounting – digital image stabilisation.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:18 Page 16 Around the clock PRODUCT Bosch Security WZ45N CBC VSC26301 Cop Security INS-315D-H FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 80% 80% 60% EASE OF INSTALLATION/USE 75% 75% 80% PERFORMANCE 85% 85% 70% VALUE FOR MONEY 80% 80% 70% OVERALL RATING 80% 80% 70% BENCHMARK RECOMMENDED ll of the tests on the IR-enabled dome cameras were carried out simultaneously, and all used the same cable lengths and monitors.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:19 Page 17 IR-Enabled Dome Cameras Genie CCTV GD5351IR Pecan CCTV VRD135/90 Samsung Techwin SIR-60 Videcon VVP9324DNIR Vista VVRD-DNLED Xeno XVD35VCM 80% 80% 85% 80% 80% 60% 70% 75% 80% 75% 75% 80% 80% 85% 85% 80% 85% 70% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% 70% 78% 80% 83% 79% 80% 70% towards either cool or warm tones. Greyscale accuracy is also very good.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:19 Page 18 An Optical Illusion? PRODUCT CBC TG3Z2910FCS TG10Z0513FCS-3 Honeywell HLD28V8F95L HLD5V50F13L Pentax TS3VP213ED-M HS5VP814ED-M Samsung SLA3580DN SLA550DA Vista VDD28V1114IRP VDD5V5014PU BUILD QUALITY 82% 80% 85% 80% 79% OPTICAL QUALITY 81% 80% 82% 80% 80% IMAGE RENDITION 81% 80% 82% 80% 80% LOW LIGHT PERFORMANCE 82% 81% 84% 80% 78% OVERALL RATING 82% 80% 83% 80% 79% hen it comes to CCTV lenses, too many installers will s
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:19 Page 19 Spotlight: Samsung fixed focal domes SCD 2020, SCD 2021, SCD 2040 amsung has launched three new competitively-priced compact static domes that incorporate the manufacturer’s acclaimed W-5 DSP chipset. The cameras are equipped with a long list of features, which include a BNC coaxial output for local set-up or monitoring, 8 motion detection zones, 12 privacy masking zones and a 14 language on-screen display menu. The SCD-2020 is supplied with a 3.
pp2-3_000_Benchmark_feb11 11/02/2011 15:19 Page 20 Samsung security solutions. Integrated into modern life CCTV IP & Networking Samsung professional security products are protecting people and assets the world over. Video Door Entry Access Control Through the integration of its groundbreaking technologies, Samsung is able to meet the demands of modern life by delivering complete security solutions which incorporate products of the highest quality.
