The city of Santa Fe is the 9th largest city in Argentina. Located near railroad terminals and ports, it is an important commercial and transportation center. Colonial buildings mixed with a bustling night life make Santa Fe a popular tourist destination. Santa Fe continues to grow and is getting more and more prosperous every day.
The city of Santa Fe is the 9th largest city in Argentina. Located near railroad terminals and ports, it is an important commercial and transportation center. Colonial buildings mixed with a bustling night life make Santa Fe a popular tourist destination. Santa Fe continues to grow and is getting more and more prosperous every day.
With a population of 450,000 and growing, city officials became concerned about security issues. The city was experiencing a growth in theft, vandalism and assault. One particular area of concern was downtown. Cameras were needed with the aim of enhancing security. They would have to be able to monitor the city live; including traffic control. Also, they would be used to track crimes and obtain video evidence. These cameras needed to be tough enough to withstand vandals and harsh conditions. Consequently, MESSOA was chosen as the preferred one in order to build a safer city environment.
One of the cameras chosen was speed dome security camera with low lux capabilities. A Sony CCD, 128X Wide Dynamic Range and Day/Night function with ICR ensures 24 hour monitoring in even the most difficult conditions. It uses a 36X optical motorized Sony zoom lens which allows it to capture details from long distances. Furthermore, high quality construction and a 750kg Vandal Proof and IP66/67 Weatherproof housing with heater and blower ensure that it works in all conditions.
The other camera was MESSOA IR camera. The camera is a security camera with IR LED and low lux capabilities. MESSOA Lumii II technology enhances sensitivity to deliver crisp images in even total darkness. It has 540 TVL resolution and a flexible 3.3-12mm IR-corrected varifocal DC Iris lens for different installation requirements. External focus controls make adjusting the varifocal lens simple. It is housed in a compact die-cast aluminum body with tempered glass, making it suitable for outdoor applications. A cable management bracket allows easy installation and maintenance.
The MESSOA dome camera is the ideal choice for the most challenging applications while the MESSOA IR camera is ideal for a wide range of indoor/outdoor video surveillance systems. The cameras were linked directly to the 911 system. Feeds from cameras on the street can be directly accessed by 911 dispatchers. Dispatchers can keep an eye on the crowds of shoppers and respond to emergencies within seconds. The cameras help gather evidence, improves response times and is a crime deterrent. They are fully operational and have demonstrated excellent functionality, performance and reliability.