Staro Process Control, a traditional Automation and Control specialist company, now also offers CCTV solutions. The CCTV camera business is treated in the same professional manner with one main supplier. Our engineering staff and specifically the IT department will be able to assist our clients with advance networking and required professional assistance.

As traditionally an automation company, our client base primarily falls within the manufacturing industry. Because most of this client base either has CCTV installations or requirements, the CCTV product and business model was introduced into our portfolio as a complimentary product and service. As a result we can now expand our operations to include non-industrial clients and offer them the same industry type standards.

Our installed base includes companies like ArcelorMittal, Sasol, Natref, Halfway House primary school, John Orr Technical high school, SAPS – Sasolburg, Midvaal private hospital etc.

What is CCTV?

Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is an installation of directly connected components creating a circuit which cannot be viewed by anybody outside of the circuit.
This is different to a terrestrial television broadcast system which anybody with an antenna and reception equipment can view.

Who needs a CCTV system?

These days, CCTV systems can be found virtually everywhere. It is no longer considered to be an expensive luxury item, especially when considering the increased levels of security it offers.

CCTV systems can be found in both the private and commercial sectors and are used mainly for security/crime prevention purposes. It also provides Health and Safety protection to the members of the general public.

CCTV systems can be found operating in industrial plants, town centres, stadiums, shopping centres, sport centres, petrol stations, schools and on public transport - the list is endless.

A CCTV system is a proven method of increasing the level of security of your premises. Its visual appearance alone will deter a criminal from approaching or entering a property for fear of being captured and being identified on the system.

CCTV solutions can be tailor made to suit individual requirements. It can be as simple as one camera and a monitor, but it is quite common to have multiple cameras/monitors and recording devices in one installation.

DVR (Digital Video Recorder)

H.264 Video Compression Technology

• Highly improved video quality for live, recording, and network.
• Recording file size is minimized for longest recording times.
• Lower bit rate required for fastest network transfer.

Multiplex

Allows live display, record, playback, backup and network operation at the same time.

Backup Function

• Supports DVD writer (optional).
• USB flash drive and network backups.

Audio / Video Support

• 4 audio-in, 2 audio-out to record sounds.
• VGA interface is built-in.

Example of 3 Basic CCTV Cameras

1.   Infra RED (IR) Mini Dome Camera

Features:

• High resolution for clearer and sharper images.
• High sensitivity in the dark environment, 0.6 Lux / F2.0, 0Lux (IR ON).
• Day and night features for 24-hour surveillance.
• IR LED effective range reaches up to 15 meters.

 


2.   Infra RED CCD (Charged Couple Device) Camera

The KPC139 is a weatherproof, day & night IR security camera that delivers superior image quality with an IR effective range of 25m. The camera utilizes 420 TV Lines to deliver crystal clear images and its sensitivity of 0.00Lux allows it to produce clear images even in complete darkness. In addition to its weatherproof housing (IP67), KPC139 also comes with a wide range of functions, such as AGC, BLC, and Auto White Balance.

3.   PIR CCD Camera

The PIR CCD camera is a motion-activated camera that incorporates a CCD Camera with a PIR (Passive Infra Red) motion sensor. It can be used as an accessory of an alarm system or a standalone monitoring device. The PIR camera can also be use to switch on a lamp when any movement is detected.