The hallmark of Pixim chipsets is their patented Digital Pixel System technology that converts light to a digital signal directly at the point of capture in the image sensor, enabling each pixel to have independent, optimized exposure times to deliver the highest image quality.

”Lighting conditions have always been a challenge for our surveillance cameras in a museum exhibit setting,” recalls St. John.  ”For instance, one exhibit was based on LCDs and very brightly lit; other exhibits require us to open our sky lights.  Some are very low lit depending on the type of artwork and the aesthetic requirements. 

The Smartvue system based on Pixim? technology has performed exceptionally well in all these exhibit environments.”

In addition to crisp, clear, perfectly focused DVD resolution video, the Smartvue S2 delivers a secure, reliable, long-range wireless IP surveillance solution with MIMO wireless providing 10 times the range of existing systems.  Its Smartvue S2’s 1-Click SurveillanceTM also offers the industry’s first self-configuring IP video surveillance system which enables staff without IT or surveillance experience to install professional grade IP video surveillance solutions with ease.  Smartvue S2 is protected by the industry’s leading IP security, including AES and WPA security as well as the only 128 bit encrypted USB IP surveillance key.  SecureVueTM puts an iron curtain between valuable video and prying eyes.  Smartvue S2 is Linux-based and offers a closed system for high security and ZERO network load to keep IT managers satisfied and networks clear.

”I am very impressed with the performance of the Smartvue cameras,” reports St. John.  ”We repositioned a camera filming our entire south-facing lobby with a two-story glass window space.  Prior to using the Pixim-enabled Smartvue S2 camera, we would often record white out at this location.  Now we capture images accurately, 24/7.”

He has also had great results with repositioning the Smartvue camera’s to the track lighting system in the museum store.  ”A big advantage of the Smartvue S2 Wireless IP Video Security Solution is that I can relocate the cameras based on any change to our threats.  For example, I may have construction workers changing one of our gallery spaces or have an increase in shoplifting during the holiday season.  In response, I can quickly and easily reposition the Smartvue system to monitor the activity or investigate an incident.  I believe this camera system would be excellent in any retail environment.”

Security system installers also appreciate Smartvue systems.  ”Smartvue enables our firm to reduce the cost, complexity and time to install professional IP video surveillance,” explains Dan Cottam of Interactive Solutions in Nashville, Tennessee, the U.S.A.  ”We can quickly and easily demonstrate the solution onsite, offer the products to more customers, and install more systems in less time.  The bottom line is that Smartvue delivers an increased bottom line for us.”