For many industries, businesses, and homes, video surveillance is set up for protecting safety and property. In a video surveillance system, an internet protocol (IP) camera plays an integral part in video surveillance systems. This article provides a basic understanding of IP cameras.

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For many industries, businesses, and homes, video surveillance is set up for protecting safety and
property. In a video surveillance system, an internet protocol (IP) camera plays an integral part in video
surveillance systems. This article provides a basic understanding of IP cameras.
What is an IP Camera?
An internet protocol (IP) camera is a digital video camera that sends and receives data via a
computer network and the Internet.

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How Does an IP camera Work?
An IP camera works the same way as digital cameras to capture high-quality images. What sets
them apart is the capability of an IP camera to compress those files and automatically transmit
them to a network video recorder (NVR) via a network. Usually, an IP camera is connected to the
network via an ethernet cable with a router.
In a home or business that has already been equipped with the network, all that users have to do
is to connect an IP camera and other devices to a network system. After everything is well
connected, an IP camera can start working, capturing and sending video footage to the NVR.
Types of IP Cameras
IP cameras are available in bullet, dome, turret, and fisheye types. Bullet IP camera is used in
outdoor applications. A Dome IP camera is used in indoor applications.

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Features and Benefits
An IP camera provides the following features and benefits:
 Up to 8MP resolution, 2 megapixels (1920 × 1080) resolution
 Support ROI function
 Standard video compression with a high compression ratio
 Progressive scan CMOS that captures motion video without incised margin
 High-performance, and long service life Infrared LED, Approx. 25/30 meters IR range
 IR cut filter with auto switch
 POE (Power over Ethernet)
 3D NR, WDR
 Ingress protection level: IP67
Applications
IP camera is used in CCTV and Surveillance, home, business, public safety, etc.

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Conclusion
An IP camera has become a dispensable part of the home, business, or public surveillance systems.
With the proper video management software, the video recorded by an IP camera can be viewed
from anywhere worldwide via the network, whether using a laptop or a mobile phone. In many
cases, an IP camera can be controlled remotely, adding many conveniences to our lives. Sun
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