Uniview MultiView: How to See More with a Single Camera

Challenges 

• Wide-area coverage is expensive. Monitoring large areas requires numerous cameras, which increases equipment, installation, and upkeep costs.
• Balancing overview and close-ups: Effectively monitoring large scenes often requires a combination of cameras—a wide-angle for the overall view and a pan-tilt-zoom camera for zooming in on specific details.

What's MultiView Technology 

MultiView cameras revolutionise surveillance by combining multiple camera views into a single device. This innovative approach eliminates the need for multiple cameras, simplifies setups and reduces costs. By capturing a panoramic view alongside detailed close-ups, these cameras provide comprehensive coverage without any blind spots.

Suitable for a wide range of environments, from public spaces to critical infrastructure, MultiView cameras offer adaptability and versatility. Their robust design and advanced technology ensure reliable and high-performance surveillance, setting a new standard in the industry.

Features

1. Panoramic & Detail Linkage (PTZ) 

Traditional cameras have a limited field of view, and when they rotate to zoom in, they lose sight of the original area. This creates blind spots and hinders overall situational awareness.

MultiView cameras overcome this limitation by combining a wide-angle panoramic lens with a high-resolution zoom lens. When an event is detected, the zoom lens automatically focuses on the target while the panoramic lens continues to monitor the entire scene. This ensures no detail is missed and maintains a comprehensive view of the surroundings.

This innovative approach enhances surveillance efficiency, providing both broad coverage and precise tracking capabilities. This makes MultiView cameras ideal for high-security environments where comprehensive situational awareness is crucial.

2. Multiple Channels 

MultiView cameras transmit multiple video streams using a single IP address, simplifying network setup and reducing the need for complex wiring. This allows users to display multiple camera views on different screens simultaneously, enabling efficient monitoring of various areas.

This feature enhances ease of use and reduces installation complexity, making MultiView cameras ideal for various applications requiring efficient and user-friendly surveillance solutions.

3. Brilliant Low-Light Imaging 

High-quality images are essential for effective security monitoring. MultiView cameras feature advanced UNV LightHunter technology, which delivers exceptional image clarity even in low-light conditions. This ensures that every security event is captured with precision, regardless of the lighting environment.

This superior low-light performance makes MultiView cameras ideal for various locations, including warehouses and parking lots, where lighting can be limited. By capturing clear and detailed images, these cameras enhance security, facilitate incident analysis, and support informed decision-making.

4. Reduce Installation Cost 

MultiView cameras offer a cost-effective alternative to installing multiple single-lens cameras. By integrating multiple viewing angles into a single device, they reduce the need for numerous cameras, installation materials, and labour. This significantly lowers the initial installation costs while ensuring comprehensive coverage.

Furthermore, the reduced number of components simplifies system maintenance and management, leading to lower long-term operational costs and improved system reliability. MultiView cameras offer a smart and economical solution for comprehensive and efficient surveillance of large or complex areas.

Applications of MultiView Technology

1. Lobby 

MultiView cameras are ideal for lobbies because they can capture views from multiple angles using a single device. This effectively monitors entrances, reception desks, and waiting areas without the need for numerous cameras.

The advanced LightHunter technology ensures clear image quality even in challenging lighting conditions, such as when bright sunlight enters through large windows.

By consolidating multiple camera functions into a single unit, MultiView cameras reduce the need for extra cables and equipment, resulting in cost savings and a more aesthetically pleasing installation.

2. City 

MultiView cameras excel in urban environments, enabling effective monitoring of intersections, shopping areas, and other large public spaces. Their ability to capture multiple views from a single device provides comprehensive coverage.

The technology ensures high-quality images in all weather and lighting conditions, supporting continuous 24/7 surveillance.

By utilising a single IP address for multiple video streams, MultiView cameras simplify the management of city-wide surveillance networks, making them more efficient and resource-friendly.

3. Parking Lot

MultiView cameras provide comprehensive surveillance of parking lots. A single device can replace multiple cameras, effectively monitoring vehicle entry, exit, and parking throughout the entire area.

The advanced LightHunter technology enables the camera to capture important details, such as license plate numbers, even in low-light or dark conditions.

By consolidating multiple camera functions into a single unit, MultiView cameras significantly reduce installation costs, eliminating the need for extra wiring and hardware.

4. Park 

MultiView cameras are well-suited for park surveillance. Their dual viewing angles provide comprehensive coverage of open areas, helping to detect suspicious activity and ensure visitor safety.

The technology adapts well to changing lighting conditions, such as shadows from trees or dim park lighting, while maintaining clear image quality.

By integrating multiple viewing angles into a single device, MultiView cameras minimise the need for numerous camera installations throughout the park, preserving the environment's natural aesthetics.

Here are a few Uniview camera models that incorporate MultiView technology:

1. IPC3222SS-ADF28(40)K-I1
2. IPC3224SS-ADF28(40)K-I1
3. IPC28184EA-ADX5K-F40-I1
4. IPC9312LFW-AF28-2X4
5. IPC94144SR-X25-F40C