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Planning for Outdoor Video Surveillance Projects

Today’s Moderator

David MartinPhysical Security SpecialistLENSEC

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About LENSEC

• Based in Houston, TX• Since 1998• IP Video Management

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Our Mission

Webinar Logistics

• Q&A at the end

• Questions for the panelist

• Audio from attendees muted

• Poll questions

• Survey

Keith HarrisMarketing ManagerLENSEC

Today’s Panelist

• Degree in Broadcasting & Photojournalism

• 27 Years Working in Photography & Video Production

• 6 Years in Physical Security Market

• Expertise in Training Techniques for Video Surveillance

Training Goal

Planning for Outdoor Video Surveillance Projects

Our goals are … Environmental Concerns Transmission of Video & Data Rugged Edge Devices Power Considerations 

Remote Camera LocationsSite SurveyThe site survey is most important for properly evaluating needs at a project locationPay attention to the big picture, but think about the small detailsTry to picture the entirety of the projectYou may not get easy access to the site againUnderstanding the projects puzzle pieces early on will determine the success of the entire process

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Poll Question

Poll Question #1

What are the two most important factors in determining an outdoor camera position?

Remote Camera LocationsSite Survey – DesignThinking about site design starts with the initial customer conversationGoogle Earth is a good tool for outdoor projectsIPVM Camera CalculatorTake Pictures

Camera ViewsInstallation Views

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IPVM Camera Calculator: http://ipvm.com/calculator (members only)

Remote Camera LocationsSite Survey

Scenario 1 – No InfrastructureScenario 2 – Limited Infrastructure (pavilion/maintenance shed/bathroom)Scenario 3 – Solid Infrastructure (office/recreation center/fleet garage)

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Remote Camera LocationsScenario #1 – No InfrastructureEdge Device PositionNetworkTransmission

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Remote Camera LocationsScenario #2 – Limited InfrastructureEdge Device PositionNetworkTransmission

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Remote Camera LocationsScenario #3 – Solid InfrastructureEdge Device PositionNetworkTransmission

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Remote Camera LocationsSite Survey – Poles

Existing Pole SurveyNew Pole PositionsProper HardwareCherry Picker

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Remote Camera LocationsWired Transmission

Existing Trench/ConduitNew Trenches

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http://www.homewyse.com/services/cost_to_dig_trench.html

Remote Camera LocationsSite Survey – Poles

Number of Cameras per pole – four maximumNEMA enclosure with Rugged EquipmentPOE Power SupplyNetwork SwitchTransmission path (wired or wireless)Auxiliary adapters (fiber, network bridge, cellular transmission, etc.)Edge Recording

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Remote Camera LocationsWired Transmission

Outdoor Rated CableConduit

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Poll Question

Poll Question #2

Why is Line of Sight important in a wireless transmission?

Remote Data TransmissionWireless Transmission

Line Of SightFresnel Zone

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http://www.proxim.com/products/knowledge-center/calculations/calculations-fresnel-clearance-zone

Remote Data TransmissionWireless Transmission

RF Environment

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Remote Data TransmissionWireless Point To Point Transmission (P2P)

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Remote Data TransmissionWireless Point to MultiPoint Transmission (P2MP)

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Remote Data TransmissionWireless Mesh Transmission

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Remote Data TransmissionWireless Mesh Transmission

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Remote PowerPower – AC Power

Power at Device POE InjectorsTest it – Don’t trust itScheduled PowerVoltage Drop

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http://www.calculator.net/voltage-drop-calculator.html

Remote PowerPower – Battery

Plan To RechargeLong Term Maintenance

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Remote PowerPower – Solar

Temporary or PermanentGeographic LocationGood Solar ExposurePower DrawBattery Bank

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http://energy.gov/maps/solar-energy-potential

Camera PlacementLayers of Security

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Camera PlacementChoke Point

DrivewayGate

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Poll Question

Poll Question #3

Why does distance between the camera and target area matter?

Camera PlacementWide Shot / Tight Shot

Wide = Large Area of Coverage / Limited DetailTight = Limited Area of Coverage / Higher Detail

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Camera PlacementField of View

Distance To TargetWidth Of Target Area

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http://www.lensec.com/tutorial/calculator.html

Camera PlacementBlind Spots

No CoverageFuture Phase

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Camera PlacementEntrances / Exits

Cover Them All?Set Your Priorities (e.g. – Main Entrance vs. Loading Dock)

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Camera PlacementBuilding Mounting Positions

SoffitsCornersWall PenetrationMounting Hardware

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Camera PlacementPole Mounting Positions

Mounting HardwareLighting (avoid glare)Pole Position (existing vs. new)

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Equipment ChoicesCamera Types

PTZMP Cameras180 Degree Cameras

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Equipment ChoicesCamera Types

Pixels Per FootResolution vs. Coverage Area

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http://www.iqeye.com/sites/all/themes/iqinvision/calc/pixels_per_foot/

General DetailForensic DetailHigh Detail

Equipment ChoicesCamera Features

WeatherproofVandalproofInfrared

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Environmental ConsiderationsCrime Prevention Through Environmental Design

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Environmental ConsiderationsLighting

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Training Goal

Planning for Outdoor Video Surveillance Projects

Our goals are … Environmental Concerns Transmission of Video & Data Rugged Edge Devices Power Considerations 

Questions

Q&A

ContactsDavid MartinLENSEC(512) 318-3829dmartin@lensec.com

Keith HarrisLENSEC(512) 913-3907kharris@lensec.com

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