Woodbridge, ON, October 8, 2009 -- SANYO Canada Inc. (SANYO), a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd., today announced its 2009 lineup of nine new HD surveillance cameras that offer up to 4MP MJPEG and Full High Definition (HD) video for critical security monitoring.
The world's first complete lineup of Full HD 1080p and full frame rate compatible network cameras with multi-streaming H.264 and MJPEG codecs includes four different form factors: Box, Dome, Zoom, and PTZ.
The nine new cameras expand the SANYO industry-leading family of security video products that are driving high-definition into CCTV. The growing demand for high quality HD video in the security industry has created the need for HD cameras in various configurations. By combining HD video with security features, SANYO can help security professionals seize this opportunity by offering proven HD video in a variety of form factors for different applications. The new cameras join the award-winning SANYO VCC-HD4000, resulting in the industry's first complete HD lineup.
“SANYO is a step ahead of the competition by offering the world's first lineup of Full High Definition and Full Frame Rate CCTV cameras,” says Cathy Tucker, Vice-President of Presentation Technologies and CCTV products, Sanyo Canada. “Understanding the demands of today's market, we are offering products that are crucial in security monitoring. These nine new HD surveillance cameras not only have great features, they come with an attractive price you can't afford to miss.”
High resolution product images are available at www.marketwire.com/sanyo.
Main Features
1. World's first complete lineup of Full HD / Full Frame Rate Cameras
The SANYO HD models record the highest quality video offering crisp, clear images for monitoring in important security applications.
· Up to 4 Megapixel resolution (2288 x 1712) in MJPEG compression
2. Twin engine incorporating New "Xacti HD-Pro" and "Optimum IP-Pro" technologies for more power and a smoother operating environment
In this new HD Series, all models incorporate advanced H.264 video compression for Full HD (1920 x 1080) video recording or 2288 x 1712 MJPEG resolution. SANYO also includes its high quality video technology that is also found in its consumer-use "Dual Camera" Xacti lineup. The technology has been further upgraded, resulting in an enhanced image quality processing engine called the "Xacti HD-Pro."
The top-end models also feature a twin engine system that utilizes a new network-oriented engine known as "Optimum IP-Pro." This helps to manage encoding and network processing separately for bandwidth optimization.
· Multi-streaming, utilizing dual codecs, which support both H.264 and MJPEG (All models)
· Video analytics provides intelligent video motion detection using face finding and tripwire functionality (VCC-HD2500, VDC-HD3500, VCC-HD4600, VCC-HD5400, VCC-HD56400)
· Focus Assist Drive, for easy installation. Mount the camera, push the button and allow the camera to do the rest. (VCC-HD2100, VCC-HD2300, VCC-HD2500, VDC-HD3100, VDC- HD3300, VDC-HD3500)
Corresponding models: Except Vcc-HD5400, VCC-HD5600

3. A 40% size reduction
The camera size has been reduced by more than 40% over previous models due to innovative high-density package technology. The smaller size allows for more discreet applications.
· All models, except VCC-HD5600

Additional Features of the new SANYO HD Cameras: (*features differ by model)
· High resolution 4MP images, Full HD video
· Capable of using H.264/MJPEG dual codecs simultaneous output, a max of 30fps
· Focus Assist Drive for easy focus adjustment
· Cropping & Digital PTZ
· Video analytics
· SD card slot and USB support
· Full duplex audio, with an Interactive Voice Function
· PoE (Power over Ethernet)
· Auto IP setup utility for easy IP address management
· 3D-DNR function reduces noise level
· Flexible system configuration
· Alarm i/o ports
· Privacy masking
· Intelligent motion detection
· Face detection automatically tunes images Box Cameras (VCC-HD2100, VCC-HD2300, VCC-HD2500)
Traditional camera housing in a compact package utilizing CS mount lenses with Focus Assist Drive. The box cameras come in Day/Night versions (VCC-HD2500 and VCC-HD2300) and color version (VCC-HD2100). The cameras offer Motion Adaptive Digital Noise Reduction (3D) to reduce video noise resulting in increased video quality.
Vandal-Resistant Dome Cameras (VDC-HD3100, VDC-HD3300, VDC-HD3500)
SANYO Dome cameras are used in many applications ranging from simple shop surveillance to high-profile outdoor CCTV surveillance. The Dome Cameras have a varifocal megapixel-rated lens from 3-9mm with Focus Assist drive for easy set-up. They are vandal and IP66-rated weather resistant.
Zoom Camera (VCC-HD4600)
The new SANYO zoom camera offers an optical 10x/digital 16x zoom. The zoom camera incorporates day/night technology for around-the-clock monitoring. Storage Options: SD memory card or HDD recording.
PTZ Cameras (VCC-HD5400, VCC-HD56400)
The SANYO PTZ Cameras offer an optical 10x/digital 16x zoom with in a compact PTZ dome with Day/Night technology. Storage options: SD memory card or USB HDD recording.
Corresponding model: VCC-HD5400
For more detailed technical specifications please visit:
http://en.ca.sanyo.com/Full_HD_CCTV_Cameras
About SANYO
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. is a global, multi-billion dollar leading company for energy and environment, providing solutions for environment, energy and for lifestyle applications based on its brand vision 'Think GAIA.' SANYO Canada Inc. (a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.), established in 1958, is based in Woodbridge, Ontario (a business suburb north of Toronto). SANYO Canada is a service and sales company that markets and sells a variety of commercial and consumer solutions including rechargeable batteries, solar modules, HVAC, digital projectors, dual cameras, digital still cameras, home appliances, security video equipment, audio systems, portable and mobile electronics and HD televisions and monitors. For more information, please visit http://ca.sanyo.com or http://fr.ca.sanyo.com .
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