ONCAM HALOCAM-R
3-Megapixel 360° Analog Camera
- 3-megapixel sensor
- Constant 360° field of view ideal for live panorama and fisheye views
- Four dewarped PTZ virtual cameras (VCams)
- Retrospective scene analysis with ePTZ when used with the Oncam Halocorder
- On-camera image processing
- Up to four targets or events tracked simultaneously on one camera
- Supports PAL and NTSC video system formats
- vPTZ controllable via industry-standard RS485 protocols
The Oncam Halocam-R is a 360° analog camera with a 3-megapixel sensor and no moving parts. The unit is designed for applications where discreet installation behind false ceilings is a requirement with easy integration into standard CCTV systems.
The Halocam-R provides total situational awareness over a 360° field of view and can generate a number of views, including four dewarped virtual cameras (VCams) which offer independent pan, tilt and zoom operation as well as panoramas and fisheye images. On-camera image processing enables motion detection and tracking, with up to four targets being tracked simultaneously using VCams.
| Oncam Halocam-R Technical Specifications | |
| Model | |
| GE-A-001 | 360° conceal-mounting 3-megapixel analog camera |
| *Previously labeled as Grandeye Halocam-R | |
| General | |
| Image sensor | 3 megapixel |
| Angle of view | 170° hemisphere |
| Sensor responsiveness | 1.0V/lux-sec (550nm) |
| Frame rate | ~12 fps |
| Zoom | 7x optical equivalent |
| Motion detection/tracking | Variable sensitivity, 75 regions of interest, 4-target simultaneous tracking |
| Museum mode | Detects object removal, addition and change |
| vPTZ | Immediate response, controllable via industry-standard RS485 protocols including Pelco-P/D, protocol autosensing |
| Presets | 128 |
| Tours | 4 preset tours (64 steps each), 4 learn tours (3 minutes each) |
| Virtual cameras | 4 fully independent full resolution including thumbnail |
| External input | 4 contact input N/O or N/C |
| External output | 1 momentary or transparent |
| Security | Password-protected menu system, encrypted digital video |
| Event management | Triggered by motion or external input. Result configurable: PTZ tracking; external output; Halocorder recording |
| Sectors | 75 |
| Privacy | 75 pixel-perfect privacy regions |
| Electrical | |
| Video connection | 2x analog 75 Ohm BNC coax |
| External I/O | Spring-loaded terminals. Output: 30V (max), ½ Amp (max), 10W (max) |
| Power input | 2-pin Phoenix-style connector. 11.5-16VDC; cable 18-14 AWG |
| Power consumption | 20W |
| Mechanical | |
| Camera mount | Camera mounts behind ceiling panel, requiring 100mm/3.94" diameter hole. Optional surface/wall-mounting bracket available. |
| Weight | 1.5kg (3.3lbs) |
| Enclosure | All-metal, suitable for mounting behind false ceiling panels |
| Environmental | |
| Operating temperature range | 0 to +40°C (32 to 104°F) |
| Storage temperature | -10 to +60°C (14 to 140°F) |
| Video | |
| Video system | NTSC and PAL |
| Certifications/Ratings/Patents/Products | |
| Patents | 15 patents; 15 patents pending; 20 licensed patents |
| Approvals | EMC: (CISPR Class A) FCC; CE; UL2044 (2043 with conduit kit) |
| Other related products | Nose cone for Halocam-R; Wall/surface-mounting bracket for Halocam-R; 12V power supply for Halocam-R; Halocorder high-resolution 360° recorder |
Comparison
The world’s leading video surveillance 360° technology is provided by Grandeye, the technology arm of Oncam Global Group. Grandeye has exclusively specialized in 360° technology since 2003. A succession of awards is testament to the innovative nature of Grandeye's patent-protected technology. At the core of Grandeye's technology is the ZiiLabs ZMS chip, which Grandeye has unique access to, coding directly onto the chip to enable optimization of the image processing pipeline. This enables Grandeye to develop “smart” camera technology that greatly reduces system complexity and cost when compared with more traditional approaches. The following table highlights typical differentiators to consider when looking at 360° solutions.
| ITEM | ONCAM ANALOG |
ONCAM IP |
COMPETITORS |
| Dewarping | On-camera | On-camera | Typically requires external PC |
| Video analytics | Up to 9 modes in camera | Up to 9 modes in camera | Usually external PC |
| Multi-target tracking | On camera - up to 4 simultaneously | On camera - up to 4 simultaneously | Usually not |
| Sensor resolution | 3MP | 5MP | VGA or 3MP typical |
| In-camera event management | YES | YES | NO |
| Virtual camera views | Four independent views | Up to 9 independent VCam streams | Typically 1 view |
| Panoramas | 360° and 180° available | 360° and 180° available | Typically none |
| Integration | Drop-in dome replacement | Compatible with multiple NVRs | Limited compatibility |
| Analog outputs | 2 | 0 | 0 (1 in some cases) |
| PTZ during playback | YES | YES | Not in all cases |
| Controller compatibility | YES - compatible with Pelco-P/D and others | n/a | NO |
| Bandwidth/storage optimization | n/a | YES - QQVGA streams to 2144x1944 available | NO |
| Genuine 'smart' camera | YES | YES | NO |
| Presets | 128 available | 10 views - polygonal | Often none |
| Privacy zones | 75 available | 10 regions - polygonal | Often none |
| Video streams available | n/a | Multiple simultaneous | Usually a single stream |
| Mounting | Concealed or surface mount | Concealed or surface mount | Surface only |
| Outdoor housing | None | IP67-rated outdoor enclosure available for IPC | IP65 typical |
