Leading the Industrial Video-over-IP Evolution

Thanks to the ever-increasing popularity of IP networks, transmitting video, voice, and data simultaneously over Ethernet/Internet is becoming a standard feature at locations the world over. Because of this, CCTV surveillance systems are also becoming more commonplace. Versatile and advanced video digitizing and compression technologies, such as MJPEG and MPEGx, make it possible to migrate CCTV surveillance systems to IP-based platforms. This means that video-over-IP solutions, which include IP cameras, video servers, and NVRs (Network Video Recorders), are used by some of the hottest products in the CCTV surveillance market. However, most video-over-IP solutions on the market today are designed for general purpose applications, which means they are not suitable for unpredictable industrial environments. In fact, some seemingly commonplace applications, such as road traffic control and monitoring, oil and gas refineries and pipelines, mining pits, etc., should be classified as industrial-grade, and as such require using rugged, well-designed video-over-IP solutions to ensure that the video surveillance system works properly.

To meet these stringent requirements, Moxa’s new line of VPort industrial video-over-IP solutions feature an industrial-grade rugged design and extra-high reliability.

Most video surveillance systems require customized video management functions, or must be integrated with other applications (e.g., SCADA, access control systems, fire alarm systems). For this reason, a user-friendly SDK (software development kit) is a good tool to have available for building customized video management systems. Moxa’s VPort SDK, which includes CGI Commands, ActiveX, and a C library, is available free of charge to system integrators and third-party software developers. Learning to use the Moxa VPort SDK is easy, and detailed documentation and sample code is provided for quick reference. For detailed information about the SDK, please refer to the “SDK” introduction in this catalog. Click here for more detailed information about the SDK.

Integrated and Applicable Video Networking Solutions

Moxa’s industrial video networking solutions include video servers and IP cameras to meet the requirements of a variety of application environments, such as transportation, utilities, factory monitoring, and automatic control systems. The video servers, which include video encoders and video decoders, are designed for rugged hardware protection for use in demanding industrial environments. The IP camera, with vandal-proof protection and high-quality day/night lens, is suitable for outdoor environments.

In addition to video networking products, Moxa is also an one source provider of industrial Ethernet switches, serial-to-Ethernet device servers, I/O servers, and embedded computing solutions for industrial automation applications. This means that you can use Moxa’s products to build a highly reliable industrial automation network.