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Video analytics is already a key feature of both indoor and outdoor security systems. That’s why many CCTV cameras have built-in video analytics functions, known as “embedded analytics”. But how effective is in-camera video analysis in protection and alarm triggering? How does it differ from server-based video analytics systems? This article clarifies the main features of in-camera video analytics –edge analytics – and server-based solutions like DFUSION.
Video analytics technology increases the efficiency and accuracy of security systems and reduces security and monitoring personnel’s workload. This applies particularly to artificial intelligence-based systems.
Artificial intelligence (AI) based video analytics solutions identify and track objects and people and recognise and classify different types of activity, giving high levels of protection and security. However, edge analytics does not work in the same way as server-side video analytics. Here are some of the differences: Take note!
The physical installation is the most obvious difference. Server-based systems are external and connect to the CCTV camera for real-time video transmission analysis. In embedded systems, video analysis takes place within the camera. However, the main differences are not merely physical and impact performance, capacity and effectiveness.
Server-based solutions provide greater computing power since the processing takes place directly on the server. DFUSION servers include a dedicated GPU (graphics card) exclusively for video analytics.
Embedded video analytics is usually integrated into a small chip inside the camera, which means reduced processing capacity and, consequently, less effective systems. In addition to the risk of missing real detections, in-camera analytics can trigger countless false alarms, unmanageable for control centers. Can you afford a missed real detection in your security system?
We now focus on two basic concepts: compatibility and integration. Server-based solutions can connect to any type of camera and manufacturer, while embedded systems require updating and replacing all cameras, leading to high investment costs.
Choosing a server-based perimeter video analytics system is simple and fast, as they are compatible with any security camera, allowing you to improve installations effectively without needing to replace existing ones.
In every security installation, it is recommended to implement deterrent measures integrated with surveillance systems. In this case, DAVANTIS server-based video analytics systems can be easily combined with any deterrent hardware via relays or IP integration.
Some advantages of a server-based analytics system:
- Greater computing power
- GPU dedicated to video analytics
- Total freedom to use any camera manufacturer
- Better integration with Alarm Receiving Centres (ARCs)
- Activation of deterrent measures via relays
- Analysis of streams from multiple cameras
In short, there are still major differences between these systems in terms of accuracy and performance. In-camera video analysis has limitations that reduce its efficiency, while server-based solutions can have custom functions to ensure detection accuracy, even over long distances and in highly complex settings.
In the case of DFUSION, the technology uses a double detection engine that combines appearance and movement, maximising safety even in low visibility and difficult situations (due to the environment or distances).
Another limitation of the in-camera video analytics cameras is their behaviour in case of technical problems. Communication losses, signal outages, and sabotage notifications are commonplace. These incidents must be permanently controlled to have a reliable, image-based perimeter security system you can trust.
So far, many of the installers opting for in-camera video analytics are less than enthusiastic. This is because they are plagued by false alarms, slow, ineffective alert verification, and numerous non-detections that allow burglars to slip through the net. The high rate of false positives, insecurity and high operating costs even persuade clients to do without video analysis in their security systems.
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