lllustra Essentials, which features 1 and 2MP resolution variants, including bullet cameras and mini-domes with IR LEDs and an indoor mini-dome option, is the latest addition to Tyco’s extensive Illustra camera portfolio. All Essentials versions offer H.264 and MJPEG dual-stream, a 3.6mm-fixed lens, 30 images per second at 1080p or 720p to produce crisp, clear images and IR illumination up to 20m.

The Essentials outdoor mini-dome and bullet cameras are equipped with IR illuminators, true day/night filter and wide dynamic range to capture quality video in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. The wide dynamic range capabilities of the Essentials indoor mini-dome also captures video in challenging lighting conditions, making it ideal for a range of indoor applications.

The second part of the low-cost IP surveillance equation, is Tyco Security Products’ new Holis range of 4 and 8 channel NVRs featuring 1080p resolution, video search and export functions. With PoE support on all ports, a start-up wizard that includes automatic camera discovery, and simple installation, Holis NVRs greatly reduce the total cost of ownership and minimize labour costs and time on site. The Holis range have been specifically designed to support small camera count installations in an economical and efficient manner, such as independent retailers, small offices and restaurants, providing the dependable recording solution they rely upon.

“There’s a growing segment within the commercial community, ranging from corner shops to doctors’ surgeries, that want to embrace security for their premises, but they need products that are inherently trustworthy, easy to operate and budget friendly,” said Julian Inman, Product Marketing Manager, Video, EMEA, Tyco Security Products. “With the affordable addition to the Illustra IP camera portfolio and new Holis NVRs, we’ve struck the right balance between high-quality features and a truly affordable price.”