Illustra Cameras and exacqVision – Video Surveillance Cameras and Recording Systems 

About Illustra and Exacq

With an abundance of video surveillance cameras and recording solutions on the market, choosing the ideal combination for specific applications can be a daunting and time-consuming task.

Net-Ctrl has partnered with Tyco where their Tyco branded products can be paired together to provide high performance, robust and cost-effective solutions for a diverse range of applications and environments where video surveillance is being utilised.

The Illustra Pro camera line is a premiere IP camera offering with resolutions from 2MP to 12MP and form factors of compact mini-dome, mini-dome, bullet, micro, fisheye, and PTZ.

The Illustra Pro cameras feature advanced video intelligence analytics designed to augment the overall system while off-setting computing from the VMS. Select Pro cameras feature Smart Wide Dynamic Range, and Illustra technology that effectively reads the scene and adjusts overall scene balance without operator intervention.

exacqvision Video Management Systems (VMS) come in three flavours, Start, Enterprise and Professional. These vary in functionality and use case. Start is the lower cost VMS software for standalone installations, Professional provides more advanced features and capabilities whlist supporting a higher camera load and Enterprise which is the full-feature version for large scale installations providing a high level of situational awareness and system health monitoring

 

Overview

Tyco Solutions

Illustra cameras and exacqVision recording systems are available under the Tyco brand umbrella to have been designed to work together to provide a seamlessly integrated solution and all have been designed and built in accordance with the Johnson Controls, Cyber Solutions Product Security Program.

Multiple Sites

Companies who are looking to deploy a large number of cameras at multiple locations should consider the Illustra Pro camera range.

The Illustra Pro camera line is a premiere IP camera offering with resolutions from 2MP to 12MP and form factors of compact mini-dome, mini-dome, bullet, micro, fisheye, and PTZ.

The Illustra Pro cameras feature advanced video intelligence analytics designed to augment the overall system while off-setting computing from the VMS. Select Pro cameras feature Smart Wide Dynamic Range, and Illustra technology that effectively reads the scene and adjusts overall scene balance without operator intervention.

Video recording and storage: Choose from one of the high-performance exacqVision A-Series NVRs each of which have 64 camera channels and support H.264 and H.265 compression. Alternatively, consider specifying a VideoEdge NVR supported by highly cost-effective victor Express video management software.

Remote Monitoring

exacqVision provides users with the freedom and flexibility to remotely view live images captured by Illustra cameras on a laptop, tablet or smartphone. exacqVision enable authorised users to quickly and securely retrieve recorded video from an NVR as well as remotely control a wide range of camera functionality.

exacqVision is also supported by market-leading alarm monitoring software platforms which are used by numerous Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs) and Remote Visual Response Centres (RVRCs) throughout Europe to display video and data of any incidents on control room monitors and video walls.

Portfolio

exacqVision VMS Software

Exacq Visiion Video Management Systems (VMS) come in three flavours, Start, Enterprise and Professional. These vary in functionality and use case. Start is the lower cost VMS software for standalone installations, Professional provides more advanced features and capabilities whlist supporting a higher camera load and Enterprise which is the full-feature version for large scale installations providing a high level of situational awareness and system health monitoring.

ExacqVision Start

exacqVision Start is a low-cost VMS solution that records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

The intuitive exacqVision Start VMS software can be licensed for up to 16 IP cameras and provides all the basic day-to-day video surveillance functionality required by many small to medium organizations.

 

 

 

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ExacqVision Professional

exacqVision Professional VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and freely displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.exacqVision Professional VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and freely displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

exacqVision Professional can be licensed for up to 128 IP cameras per server and provides a robust feature set to organizations that require an easy-to-use VMS with integrations, mapping, and enhanced searches.

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ExacqVision Enterprise

exacqVision Enterprise VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

exacqVision Enterprise VMS software can be licensed for up to 128 IP cameras per server. Building upon the enhanced functionality of Professional Edition VMS, exacqVision Enterprise provides large organizations with features that provide a high level of situational awareness, both of events and system health monitoring.

 

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ExacqVision Edge - full-featured VMD Running on IP Cameras

exacqVision Edge is a complete video management system (VMS) software solution that runs directly on an IP camera and stores video to an SD card in the camera. Experience the same powerful features of server-based recording software without the server. View live and recorded video from multiple Edge and server-based recorders simultaneously with the included client software.

Upgrade to Edge+ to archive more video to an S-Series network storage appliance. Install the included exacqVision WebService software on a separate PC to view video in your browser, tablet or smartphone.

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ExacqVision Start

exacqVision Start is a low-cost VMS solution that records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

The intuitive exacqVision Start VMS software can be licensed for up to 16 IP cameras and provides all the basic day-to-day video surveillance functionality required by many small to medium organizations

Features That Make a Difference:

  • Easy setup with intuitive help menus
  • View video anywhere with freely distributed client, browser and mobile apps
  • View, search and play back live and recorded video from your mobile device – now with audio
  • Powerful search capabilities in an intuitive interface
  • exacqReplay provides instant replay of events
  • Client-side fisheye camera dewarping provides distortion-free images
  • Cybersecurity features include HTTPS encryption, complex passwords, and user lockout
  • Compatible with over 3,300 models of IP cameras and encoders, including the H.265 codec
  • Constantly expanding functionality with included software updates
  • Easily upgrade to exacqVision Professional or Enterprise

ExacqVision Professional

exacqVision Professional VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and freely displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.exacqVision Professional VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and freely displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

exacqVision Professional can be licensed for up to 128 IP cameras per server and provides a robust feature set to organizations that require an easy-to-use VMS with integrations, mapping, and enhanced searches.

Features That Make a Difference:

  • Easy to use and flexible, saving installation and training time
  • View video anywhere with free client software
  • High video throughput with minimal CPU and RAM requirements
  • Powerful search capabilities in an intuitive interface
  • exacqReplay provides instant replay of events
  • Step-by-step online system configurator calculates storage and bandwidth requirements
  • Client-side fisheye camera dewarping provides distortion-free images
  • Cybersecurity features include HTTPS encryption, complex passwords, and user lockout
  • Compatible with over 3,300 models of IP cameras and encoders, including the H.265 codec
  • Constantly expanding functionality with included software updates
  • Easily upgrade to exacqVision Enterprise

ExacqVision Enterprise

exacqVision Enterprise VMS software records surveillance video from thousands of IP camera models and displays video on Windows, Linux or OSX client software.

exacqVision Enterprise VMS software can be licensed for up to 128 IP cameras per server. Building upon the enhanced functionality of Professional Edition VMS, exacqVision Enterprise provides large organizations with features that provide a high level of situational awareness, both of events and system health monitoring.

Key Features:

  • Multi-level mapping increases situational awareness
  • Enterprise Manager included for critical system health monitoring
  • Powerful search capabilities in an intuitive interface
  • VideoPush lets users share critical video across the enterprise
  • Integrated Web Panels allow users to stay up-to-date with breaking news events
  • Compile detailed investigations with bookmarks, event data and video files
  • Custom user groups simplify assigning access to specific cameras and servers

ExacqVision Edge

Full-featured VMD Running on IP Cameras

exacqVision Edge is a complete video management system (VMS) software solution that runs directly on an IP camera and stores video to an SD card in the camera. Experience the same powerful features of server-based recording software without the server. View live and recorded video from multiple Edge and server-based recorders simultaneously with the included client software.

Upgrade to Edge+ to archive more video to an S-Series network storage appliance. Install the included exacqVision WebService software on a separate PC to view video in your browser, tablet or smartphone.

Ideal Edge Applications:

  • Small Systems – Save server and installation costs on small video surveillance systems
  • Fast Deployment – Completely pre-configure video system prior to installation; no server installation required.
  • High Reliability – No single server failure stops all video recording
  • Unreliable Networks – Ideal in environments with unreliable wireless or WAN connectivity – camera records even when the network is down.
  • Independent Recording – Ideal to monitor remote server rooms independently of building surveillance recording.
  • Low Density Locations – Ideal for remote locations with low camera counts

Illustra Camera Technology

Illustra Camera Technology – PRO Range

The Illustra Pro camera line is a premiere IP camera offering with resolutions from 2MP to 12MP and form factors of compact mini-dome, mini-dome, bullet, micro, fisheye, and PTZ.

The Illustra Pro cameras feature advanced video intelligence analytics designed to augment the overall system while off-setting computing from the VMS. Select Pro cameras feature Smart Wide Dynamic Range, and Illustra technology that effectively reads the scene and adjusts overall scene balance without operator intervention.

The Illustra Pro cameras are ready for on-board video recording and have a zero license cost when used with VideoEdge® NVRs. The Pro camera portfolio now features VideoEdge TrickleStor, a highly-integrated camera to NVR connectivity solution that protects against video loss. Additionally, the new “Secure Boot” cybersecurity feature available in the third generation of cameras ensures the camera will not boot if the software has tampered with in any way

Illustra Insight

Intelligent movement of people in buildings places and spaces

The Illustra Insight combines the quality surveillance of a leading-edge facial recognition camera integrated with a comprehensive access control device. Engineered with deep learning algorithms and cyber security protocols the device is designed to create a frictionless, unobtrusive experience for all.

Camera Features

  • Enhanced Facial Detection
  • Improved flow of users with unobtrusive, frictionless and secure access control
  • Anti-spoofing liveliness detection solution that eliminates the risk of spoofing via a photographic image
  • The wider field of view allows faces to be detected at varying heights and locations within the field of view to ensure an unobtrusive experience for valid users.
  • Personalised language greeting for unique user experience
  • Integrated colour LEDs provide intuitive feedback
  • Cyber security protection with no Ethernet at the door

Illustra Pro Gen 4

Omni-directional 20MP & 32MP Motorised Multisensor

The Illustra Pro Multisensor cameras are designed to provide complete coverage with a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) when compared to the use of multiple cameras. The Multisensor cameras are equipped with deep learning AI and the ability to accurately classify many human and vehicle targets within a scene.

Available in 20MP and 32MP models, the Illustra Pro Multisensor cameras push the boundaries of image quality at low bandwidth in low light and challenging conditions with superior WDR, defog and built-in IR illuminators. Four motorized, individually repositionable varifocal lenses utilizing one network connection and one camera license means a drastically lower cost of deployment.

 

  • 20MP & 32MP resolution provides high quality images during live viewing and forensic search
  • Built in deep learning AI (Quad Edge AI) provides real time alerts and forensic search capabilities independently for each sensor.
  • Four remotely repositionable lenses provide 360 degree coverage
  • Integrated 30m (98ft) infrared vision
  • Smart Defog & SmartWDR
  • TrickleStor provides edge-based failover redundancy via encrypted video
  • Improved operational tolerances for extreme conditions
  • 5YR warranty

Illustra Flex Multi-Sensor

Multi-directional 4x 4MP camera with 360 degree coverage

The Illustra Flex multi-sensor camera is ideal for applications that require a flexible, cost-effective surveillance solution that provides wide area coverage along with detailed images. With one IP address and one network cable, the four (4x4MP) multi-directional camera heads provide a flexible, cost-effective solution for multi-directional surveillance. Camera heads can be positioned and angled independently to provide 360 degree coverage in four separate non-stitched streams.

 

  • Wide area coverage from a single camera
  • 4x4MP multidirectional camera heads for 360 coverage
  • Each camera head supports up to three streams
  • H.264 addresses network and storage cost concerns
  • Flexibility to choose between overview and detailed images for each stream
  • Independently set up the positioning, angle and rotation of each camera head
  • Field swappable lens modules.
  • IP66 rated
  • Vandal Resistant IK10
  • PoE+ / 12VDC
  • NDAA Compliant

Illustra Pro Gen 3 Bullet

Pro 2MP, 3MP, 5MP & 8MP Bullets

The Illustra Pro Gen3 Bullet features powerful integrated IR that provides uninhibited images in total darkness up to 230ft (70m) away. Included pole/pendant and arm options as well as easily accessible cable ports simplify installation and ongoing maintenance.

 

  • Available in 2MP,3MP, 5MP and 8MP resolution options
  • Smart Wide Dynamic Range effectively reads the scene and adjusts overall scene balance without operator intervention
  • Video Intelligence Analytics provide real-time alarms for quick reaction to incidents
  • Improved accuracy for facial detection with updated library and algorithms
  • Electronic Image Stabilization keeps the field of view steady in harsh conditions
  • Easily accessible ports simplify installation
  • Demo mode out of the box requires minimal adjustments
  • “Secure Boot” ensures the camera will not boot if software has been tampered with in any way

Illustra Pro Gen3 Mini-Domes

Pro Gen3 2MP, 3MP, 5MP & 8MP Mini-Domes

The third generation of Illustra Pro Mini-Domes offers smart technologies, integrated IR, application profiles, and simplified configuration capabilities to maximize uptime and video surveillance resources. Smart Wide Dynamic Range adjusts contrast and overall scene balance without operator intervention while the bubble-free design enhances integrated IR distance up to 131 feet. Profiles such as retail, gaming, and outdoor scenes can be activated to automatically determine optimal settings based on the environment. 

  • Automatically detects mounting orientation
  • Profile settings allow the mini-dome to adapt to scenarios such as retail, gaming, and more
  • Demo mode out of the box requires minimal adjustments
  • Electronic Image Stabilization keeps the field of view steady in harsh conditions
  • Improved accuracy for facial detection with updated library and algorithms
  • Equipped with Illustra Video Intelligence Analytics
  • Designed to be resilient against cyber-attacks

Illustra Pro Gen 2 Mini-Domes

2MP, 3MP & 5MP Mini-Domes

Offering exceptional performance in various lighting situations ranging from full sun to blackout conditions, the Illustra Pro Mini-Domes are ideal for detecting must-see details such as numbers on license plates, faces, and even blurred objects and capturing them at full frame rates.

 

  • Superior low light performance to see important details
  • Face detection enhancement to automatically increase video quality around detected faces
  • Blur detection to alert users when camera focus or cleaning is necessary
  • Quick and easy installation and configuration
  • One-touch focus and motorized zoom
  • Multiple motorized lens options
  • Expanded browser support – IE, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Windows, Mac, Linux
  • Intelligent ROI-based compression for bandwidth management and reduced storage
  • Up to five individual programmable regions of interest
  • Hybrid streaming with easily accessible analogue out
  • Operates in extreme temperatures as low as -30°C operating temperature on PoE (outdoor models)
  • Durable enclosure protects against vandalism, water and dust with IP66 and IK10 ratings

Illustra Pro 5MP Fisheye LT

360 Degree Views with a Sleek, Discreet Design

The sleek, discreet design of the Illustra Pro 5MP Fisheye LT allows it to blend into any environment for inconspicuous surveillance. Ideal for applications such as retail stores, expansive indoor parking areas, casinos, building lobbies, elevators, corridor intersections, and university lecture halls, the 5MP Fisheye LT enhances situational awareness with a 360° bird’s eye view from the ceiling.

 

  • 5MP sensor for high-quality images
  • Two independent 360-degree fisheye streams provided
  • Available in vandal and non-vandal resistant models
  • Wide Dynamic Range creates a balanced scene in challenging lighting condition
  • ONVIF 2.4 Profile S for seamless integrations

Illustra Pro 12MP Fisheye

The Power of Panorama – IP Fisheye Surveillance Camera

The Illustra Pro 12MP Fisheye camera provides a 180° panoramic view when mounted on a wall, or a 360° bird’s eye view when mounted on a ceiling and supports both indoor and outdoor deployments. The camera is ideal for applications where situational surveillance, including subject traffic flow, covering a wide area can be achieved using a single camera. The camera’s integrated IR illuminators provide high-quality video up to 49ft (15m) in even the worst lighting conditions.

 

  • 12MP imager for super high quality images; 9MP fisheye / 4MP de-warped
  • 180°/360° panoramic views of wide areas
  • Single or multiple fixed views for forensic investigations
  • Onboard de-warping for distortion-free images
  • ePTZ capabilities for ultra-smooth transition between pan, tilt, and zoom
  • Pre-focused at the factory for quick and easy installations
  • Rated IP66 and IK10 for weather and vandal resistance
  • ONVIF profile S, G, and Q compliant

Illustra Pro PTZ Camera

Pro 2MP. 30x PTZ

The exceptional speed of the Illustra Pro PTZ 30x dome coupled with ultra-low latency performance gives security personnel the ability to accurately track and zoom on subjects in mission-critical applications. The camera employs zoom-adjusted programing technology to automatically control the pan and tilt speed in proportion to the amount of zoom used, delivering precise pan and tilt control.

 

  • Powerful 30x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom
  • Highly accurate return-to-position with exceptional gearing and braking designs
  • Automatically view high definition video from scene-to-scene with programmed presets and tours
  • Camera moves into position at 512 degrees per second, delivering 835 pixels per degree needed for minimal loss of surveillance
  • Produces clear video in the most complex environments with auto defog and frame noise reduction
  • Intelligent Guard Tour feature using embedded video intelligence to automatically track, zoom in, and record events or suspicious activity
  • Quickly identify subjects and suspicious activity at distances of up to ~1000 ft (300m) from the camera

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