IP cameras are a special type of webcam - more commonly known as IP cameras. They connect to the internet and allow you to view, and hear, whatever your camera can from anywhere in the World. They are more hi-tech than a standard webcam - able to operate without the need for a PC to be on, and giving a better picture, greater control and advanced options such as motion detection.

Commonly used for home and small business security, IP cameras are a versatile piece of kit, and offers the following features:

Affordable
IP cameras has taken advances in computer technologies and applied them to security cameras, enabling access to powerful new features via the internet, mobile phone and email, and at an affordable price.

High quality 
IP cameras are fitted with high quality lenses and image processing technology. They produce excellent video, allowing recognition and identification of subjects that have been used successfully by British Police in identifying, charging and prosecuting intruders.IP cameras also uses MPEG-4 compression technology and matched resolutions to minimise bandwidth usage and cost, as well as maximising performance.

View from anywhere
IP cameras  internet and computer technology allows you to view your cameras from anywhere in the world via the internet. Either on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Blackberry or other internet-enabled mobile phone or browsing device.

Detect motion
IP cameras  can detect motion, and trigger alarms (such as an email or upload) when motion occurs. 4 different 'zones' can be set on the image, and sensivity adjusted independantly. Unlike conventional activity detection, the IP cameras  uses vector information to detect motion, therefore achieving better reliability against false alarms.

Receive alerts when activity detected
IP cameras can send you an email when motion is detected, and include a snapshot of the event. The alert function can also upload images to websites, save to a NAS or NVR drive, or activate recording of the event on a microSD memory card.

See in the dark with Nightvision
See up to 15 metres in pitch black darkness. IP cameras utilise infrared LEDs to provide high levels of "invisible" light in dark environments. The intelligent photosensitive components can automatically turn on the LEDs in low light conditions or the user can select "moonlight view" which superimposes frames together to increase brightness (frame integration). 

Wireless via WiFi
IP cameras can connect directly to a network or the Internet, either over Wireless (802.11b/g) networking, or over 10/100 ethernet. IP cameras utilises encryption methods such as WEP, and even the more powerful WPA and WPA2, so you can be sure your camera will only be accessed by authorised users.

All-in-one solution that stores footage as well
IP cameras SD range allow you to plug in a microSD memory card, up to 8GB, to record footage on to manually, or by triggered events. Just like the live view, you can view this footage from anywhere, or download it to anywhere. 8GB allows you to record over 20 hours of footage at the highest quality settings, or 2,500 hours at lower quality settings (similar to most analogue CCTV systems).

Schedule automatic backup of recorded footage
IP cameras SD models can automatically backup stored footage to a local or remote computer for backup, redundancy and additional security should the camera itself be a victim.

Control who has access to your IP camera
Secure password access to the IP cameras ensures no-one else can access the cameras without your authorisation. The WiFi connection is protected with WEP, WPA or WPA2 encryption for security.

Use with your Apple Mac
Compatible with Windows PCs, Macs, Linux, and professional security storage and monitoring products, the IP cameras SD models support motion detection setup via Flash, and MPEG4 video via Quicktime, supporting Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Safari browsers.

View with your iPhone, Blackberry, or other Internet enabled Mobile Phones
Carry access to your IP cameras around with you, and access them using your browser on your mobile phone, or grab a dedicated app for your phone for easy, instant access.

Blend in to your surroundings
IP cameras sleek and unobtrusive design allows it to blend in to the home or office, rather than stand out like a traditional security camera. With some models available in both White and Black, it also means that you can get a camera to suit your surroundings.

Use them inside or outside
IP cameras indoor cameras can also be placed outside, using the IP cameras Shell accessory.

Re-use it, move it, use it again
IP cameras are easy to move and re-install. So as your needs change, you can change what the camera does for you. As your baby grows up, use it to keep an eye on the kids in the garden, broadcast family festivities to distant relatives. IP cameras can be wall-mounted, ceiling-mounted, or placed on a flat surface using the supplied camera stand.

Look after several locations at the same time
View and record up to x36 different cameras, at different locations, at the same time using our free IP cameras MultiLive software for the PC.

To book your completely FREE survey and consultation with a member of our team please contact us, you will be surprised at the flexibility of your own IP Camera unit.