As video surveillance systems continue to grow in size and functionality with new technologies driving even higher levels of performance, there’s still one basic premise that applies to each and every one of them: if the power goes down, your system is of little practical value. With that in mind, it’s important to note that conventional Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) provide a fundamental means of maintaining power for core system components such as recorders and switchers. And in high security venues, or those mandated to maintain continuous video surveillance like in the gaming industry, large back-up generators are installed to deliver the sufficient power capable of maintaining all system components. This includes the security cameras using centralized power supplies at the main distribution frame (MDF) or remote power supplies at the intermediate distribution frame (IDF) that may be scattered throughout expansive facilities and their surrounding properties.

But what about the countless small to mid-size facilities that want to maintain continuous video surveillance and can’t justify the expense and maintenance of back-up generators? Up until recently, they had limited options to protect against power outages and brownouts capable of interrupting their video security. All of that has changed in recent years with the availability of new power solutions specifically designed for professional video surveillance applications. These solutions provide a cost-efficient and extremely effective means of assuring the continuous operation of your video cameras.