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MOBOTIX ... the new face of IP video
MOBOTIX Protecting International Ports And Cargo, Panama
MOBOTIX C A S E
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MOBOTIX Protecting International Ports And Cargo Panama Ports Company (PPC) is a member of the Hutchi-
As such, PPC has very high security concerns regard-
son Port Holdings, which operates 255 berths in 44 ports
ing protection of its ports and cargo. Working with
across the world. PPC operates two ports in Panama 24
local integrator Multitek, specialized in system level
hours a day, all year round. Port of Balboa Container is
integration, PPC was able to find the right system to
located at the end of the Panama Canal over the Pacific
upgrade its video surveillance cameras. Specifically,
Ocean. Port of Cristobal Container is located at the end
PPC sought improvement in the following areas:
of the Panama Canal over the Atlantic Ocean.
Overall HiRes image quality, low maintenance system able to withstand the weather conditions of an ocean environment and the ability to survey wider areas in greater detail with each individual camera. After discussions with Multitek and MOBOTIX, PPC became convinced that MOBOTIX could provide the system to meet their high performance requirements in terms of high resolution, integrated intelligence cost efficient recording, analytical software and extremely robust design - to better protect their ports, employees, and cargo. There were three main areas of concern: theft and injury prevention as well as protection from acts of terrorism.
members of Hutchison Port Holdings. It provides links and strategic access for the transatlantic and transpacific traders to the east and west coast of the Americas.
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PPC is today one of the most important and successful
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54 MOBOTIX M12 IP cameras were installed at PPC, typically at 300 feet, with 2 cameras on each crane.
Easy Installation, High Security, Low Investment Installation During the initial phase 54 MOBOTIX IP cameras were
“We were used to the grainy, blurry
installed at PPC, typically at 300 feet (90 m), with 2
images of the original surveillance
cameras on each crane. The cameras are aimed at en-
system,” said Michael Hernandez,
trances and remote perimeter areas where manual
CIO of PPC. “When we first saw
surveillance would have been
MOBOTIX camera images, they were
very labor intensive. The mul-
so clear it was like watching a DVD.
tiple configurations with the
That sort of quality has become an
MOBOTIX network camera,
absolute necessity in our industry.”
including single or dual lens, wide-angle or telephoto, day
The reason for that clarity is that MOBOTIX provides
or low-light provide the flexibil-
intelligent IP (digital) video systems with integrated
ity to deploy the same basic
image processing software, not the standard analog
camera type into a wide range
CCTV. The MOBOTIX megapixel camera system can
of specific viewing require-
display and record up to 30 times more resolution than
ments with varying lighting
the standard systems.
conditions. The video footage from the MOBOTIX IP cameras
Weather Conditions
is recorded on a server. Live video
PPC has particular concerns related to the weather
as well as recorded clips can
conditions of a tropical coastal environment: salty air,
be viewed on any authorized
frequent wind-driven rain, intense heat and humidity.
computer in the port facility.
MOBOTIX cameras are built to withstand extreme environmental conditions: from -30 to +60 °C (-22 to
Image Quality
+140 °F). The fiberglass-reinforced and shock-resistant
One of the things that impressed
MOBOTIX cameras protect the network cable and
PPC most about MOBOTIX was the exceptional image quality of the cameras.
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C, connections against vandalism as well as severe weather
Higher quality images, along with the ability
conditions. There is no worry in this case about dete-
to see more with one camera have crucial
rioation due to salt air, camera lenses fogging up, or the
advantages for PPC. It helps lower the risks
system getting rain or heat damaged.
of theft, vandalism, and injury. The ability to preprogram both video and audio alerts is an-
“The sort of durability MOBOTIX cameras offer gives us
other aid in this process.
a peace of mind we’re not used to with other camera systems. These are truly built to last under
Other Advantages
the most adverse of conditions,” said
Because MOBOTIX cameras provide up to 30
Michael Hernandez.
times more detail than the average camera, one MOBOTIX camera can monitor multiple
Audio Features
targets and thereby reduce the total number
The fact that MOBOTIX cameras have both
of cameras required. Intelligent, direct stor-
audio and video features is a big advantage
age management reduces the number of digi-
for PPC. “We don’t just need to see what’s
tal video recorders needed and the overall
going on, we need to hear it as well,” said
cost of storage by a ratio of 10 to 1. For PPC,
Michael Hernandez. “Our overall security and
this means not only a much higher level of
safety is dependent on having both those
safety and security, but the reduction in the
features.”
number of cameras required combined with reduced storage requirements and the fact
MOBOTIX cameras can also trigger audio alarms that
that MOBOTIX systems need no additional
warn individuals to stay away from secure or dangerous
software and are license free also add up to
areas. The audio feature also allows PPC to commu-
a substantial overall cost savings to PPC.
nicate directly with an employee, if they are spotted in danger.
Next Steps PPC begun the installation with 54 MOBOTIX
Ability To Survey Large Areas
cameras. Due to its high level of satisfaction
The dual lens feature of MOBOTIX cameras serves PPC’s
with the cameras, Hutchinson Port Holdings
need to cover very large areas. It is essentially like
intend to install an additional 400 cameras
having two HiRes mega pixel cameras for the price of
over the next few months.
one with the added advantage of being able to see a much wider area. In addition, MOBOTIX is able to do this with no moving parts.
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D22 Mono with in-ceiling mount
D12 Dual-Fixdome Outdoor
Integrated Telephone Features All MOBOTIX IT and Secure models feature bidirectional audio support. The built-in microphone and loudspeaker are used for live audio transmissions and storage purposes. Voice messages with PIN confirmation and call forwarding via IP or ISDN telephony have been integrated as well. Using the switch
Covers RJ45 wall outlets
outputs, you can switch lights or open doors from the phone M12 Day/Night
Microphone
M22 Mono/CF
or from the computer.
Robust And Well-Protected The fiberglass-reinforced housing is shockproof and, together with the concealed cable duct, protects both the camera and Motion detector
the network cabling against damage. Weatherproof (IP65) from –30° to +60°C (-22° to +140°F).
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High Return On Investment
MOBOTIX Technology: Cost Savings In Every Aspect
Since the number of cameras and storage capacity are freely scalable and any kind of data connection can be used (ISDN, DSL, Ethernet, Wireless, GSM, copper, optical), MOBOTIX means high ROI, even years after installing.
High Resolution For Sharp Images
State-Of-The-Art Technology
All MOBOTIX cameras are high-resolution cameras with
Developed and manufactured in Kaiserslautern, Germany,
integrated image storage and up to 1536 images lines and
MOBOTIX produces image-storing weatherproof high-
2048 horizontal pixel resolution. The stored image thus con-
resolution cameras, including lens and wall/ceiling mount-
tains 30 times more detail for creating zoomed sections of the
for as little as 598 EUR ($798) excl. VAT. To date, more than
image than regular cameras with 288 lines (CIF, 2CIF). This is
100,000 cameras have been sold worldwide.
why one single MOBOTIX camera with a 90° super wide angle lens is sufficient to monitor an entire room and yet provides more detailed images than traditional technology. The MOBOTIX Day/Night cameras feature zero maintenance with one color and one B/W image sensor.
Intelligent Storage Technology Uses Fewer DVRs The new, decentralized storage technology pioneered by MOBOTIX reduces the number of recorders that store the smooth high-resolution video by up to 90%. Up to 40 cameras store smooth video streams, including audio on a single PC, with every camera managing its own ring buffer and image database. Intelligent search features provide swift access to the stored events. The professional MxControlCenter software with research functions is available free of charge, no licences required. Event-controlled recording and automatic increase
MxControlCenter alarm management software: free of charge with each camera - no restriction on camera type, layout editor or research functions
of frame rates upon detecting movements drastically reduce
Low Power Consumption Means Enormous Savings Since MOBOTIX cameras are anti-fogging, do not require heating and only use 3 Watts each, power can be injected into the network cabling using standard PoE products, year round. This drastically reduces the amount of cables and the power requirements for backup power. 4 MOBOTIX AG • Security Vision Systems
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the storage requirements.
