Axis cameras monitor MCG

Over 300 Axis indoor and outdoor IP network cameras will be installed at the MCG over the next few years, with all existing analogue cameras migrating over to a full HDTV IP system.

In the meantime, Axis encoders have also been deployed for connection with the remaining legacy analogue cameras.

The move to an open-source IP-based system will allow the MCG to integrate the cameras with advanced security software to make monitoring and controlling the large crowds simpler and more effective.

The new cameras will supply the MCG with:
- 1080i HDTV quality images for detailed image clarity;
- intelligent video capabilities, such as advanced motion detection, audio detection and detection of camera tampering;
- superior image stabilisation to deal with the high vibration levels in the stadium during events;
- high performance in extreme weather conditions;
- easy installation and discreet design for indoor surveillance;
- smooth integration with the existing building management system;
- remote monitoring capabilities;
- open-source scalable software so new applications such as people counting can be easily added in the future.

The MCG blind tested a variety of vendor equipment with the enduser security managers and the Axis cameras out-performed the competition on both the image quality and zoom capabilities.