BENCHMARK - PREVIOUS TESTS

Day/Night Cameras
Day/night cameras are one of the most often specified devices in modern CCTV installations, but which models perform best in the field? Benchmark tested 17 of the leading units to find out. The test includes cameras from: Panasonic, Bosch Security Systems, Samsung Techwin, JVC, Sony, Pelco, Vista, Sanyo, Videcon and many more!
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Dual Tech Detectors
Since the introduction of DD243, the dual technology detector has become an important element when designing systems capable of delivering a confirmed alarm activation. So, which units offer the highest levels of reliability? Benchmark tested 9 of the leading Grade 2 units, including models from Optex, Honeywell, Pyronix, Texecom and Guardall, amongst others, to assess their performance in the field.
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16 Channel DVRs
The cornerstone of most CCTV solutions, digital video recorders come in all shapes and sizes. Here Benchmark looks at 14 of the best-selling 16 channel Triplex units to see what you get for your money. This test includes DVRs from Dedicated Micros, Vicon, Mitsubishi, Dallmeier Electronic, Pelco, Honeywell, Videoswitch and many other leading brands.
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Infrared Illumination
Around the clock surveillance is a possibility for even the smallest applications, but are the lamps as good as the manufacturers claim? Benchmark took units from the leading manufacturers ­ Derwent, Dennard, Raytec and Vista ­ to see which performed best in the real world. Read the test to find out what happened when the talking stopped!
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Long Range Detection
Since the introduction of BS8418, installers have increasingly been looking toward external long range detectors for CCTV applications. The market is filled with claims and counterclaims, so Benchmark took units from the leading manufacturers ­ Optex, Xtralis, GJD and Risco Group ­ and ran them side-by-side to establish the levels of performance that you can achieve in the field.
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IP Cameras
Network technology is increasingly important to the future of the security sector, but until recently the quality wasn’t as good as that being achieved with composite systems. Now manufacturers state they can offer comparable choices to installers. Benchmark put 11 IP-enabled cameras side by side to establish which delivered credible images and which didn’t. This test includes cameras from Mobotix, Axis Communications, JVC, Sony, Bosch Security Systems, Vantage, Dallmeier Electronics, Sanyo and Vantage, to name a few.
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Colour Cameras
Whilst the manufacturing sector turns towards true day/night cameras, many have seemingly forgotten the colour camera market. Whilst day/night models may seem to be the best bet, intelligent use of white light means for some, colour cameras can be potential bargains. Benchmark takes a look at 9 colour cameras to see which deliver the goods. This test includes cameras from Sanyo, Sony, Bosch Security Systems, CBC, JVC and Pelco, amongst others.
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