Watchport® Cameras
USB security and monitoring solutions
- Exceptional low light USB cameras
- USB video encoder for 3rd party analog cameras
- Perfect for kiosks, ATMs, ID badges, mobile computing and more
- Facial recognition and motion detection software available
- Product datasheet
- Free motion detection software offer
The Watchport Vision Series is built upon the high-performance Watchport/V2 and Watchport/V3 (non-interlaced model) USB cameras. These cameras offer exceptional low light sensitivity, 30 fps USB frame rates at all resolutions and enhanced resolution to deliver optimal picture quality, making them ideal for kiosks, ATMs, point-of-sale, ID badging, mobile computing, webcam or any mission-critical application utilizing camera surveillance. The Watchport Vision Series also includes video encoder, facial recognition software and monitoring software.
Featured Models/Part Numbers
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Watchport/V2 USB Camera
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301-9010-01 Service agreement |
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Watchport/V3 USB Camera - Non-interlaced model
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301-9010-02 Service agreement |
301-9010-02 |
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Watchport/VE USB Video Encoder
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301-9020-01 |
301-9020-01* * NTSC only |
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Watchport/V2 USB Camera
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301-9010-01 Service agreement |
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Watchport/V3 USB Camera - Non-interlaced model
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301-9010-02 Service agreement |
301-9010-02 |
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Watchport/VE USB Video Encoder
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301-9020-01 |
301-9020-01* * NTSC only |
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Watchport/FastAccess Bundle - Watchport/V3 camera, Watchport/FastAccess facial recognition software
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301-9050-01 |
301-9050-01 |
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Watchport Sentry Motion Detection Software - 1 camera
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301-9026-01 |
301-9026-01 |
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Watchport Console Motion Detection Software - 2 cameras
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301-9027-01 |
301-9027-01 |
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Watchport Console Xtra License - additional camera
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301-9029-01 |
301-9029-01 |
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Watchport USB Camera Lens Pack
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301-9015-01 |
301-9015-01 |
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Watchport Camera Wall Mount
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301-9018-01 |
301-9018-01 |
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Watchport Camera Clamp Mount
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301-9019-01 |
301-9019-01 |
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Watchport Camera VESA Mount
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301-9025-01 |
301-9025-01 |
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| Specifications | Watchport®/V2, Watchport®/V3 |
| General Features | |
| Light Sensitivity | <1 lux |
| Adjustable Resolutions | 1280 x 960 (software enhanced); 640 x 480; 352 x 288; 320 x 240; 176 x 144; 160 x 120; 128 x 96 |
| Frame Rates | 30 fps max at all resolutions |
| Lens | Included: Removable 4.9 mm lens; F:2.0 adjustable Optional lens package with 3 mm wide angle (green), 8 mm close-up (red), 12 mm telephoto (blue) |
| Exposure Controls | Manual and automatic gain and shutter control; Automatic White Balance (AWB); Manual color balance; Color saturation |
| Color Formats | 16.8 million TrueColor (24 bit RGB), YUY2, UYVY |
| Motion JPEG Compression | Yes |
| Sensor | Color CCD |
| Scan Frequencies | 60, 50, 30, 25, 15, 12.5, 7.5, 6.25 and 4 Hz |
| Shutter Rate Controls | 1/4 second to over 1/30,000 second |
| Operating Systems | Windows XP®, Windows® XP Embedded, Windows NT® 4.0*, Windows NT Embedded*, Windows Server® 2003, Windows 2000 |
| Standards and Protocols | Microsoft DirectShow WDM; Microsoft Video for Windows; TWAIN |
| Mounting (Optional) | Wall mount, Clamp mount |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 3.5 in x 2.5 in x 1.5 in (9.0 cm x 6.4 cm x 3.8 cm) |
| Weight | 4.5 oz (127.6 g) |
| Other | Non-interlaced model for even higher quality pictures (Watchport/V3) |
| Power Requirements | |
| Power Supply | USB powered; No external power supply required |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 32° F to 149° F (0° C to 65° C) |
| Relative Humidity | 0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Approvals | |
| Safety | EN60950, UL 1950, CSA 2.2 No. 950, IEC 950 |
| Emmissions/Immunity | CE, FCC Part 15, Class B, EN55022, EN55024 |
| Specifications | Watchport®/VE |
| General Features | |
| Video | Connects conventional 3rd party cameras via USB; Converts NTSC video streams; Supports composite and S-type video connections; Compatible with Watchport Vision Series software products |
| Audio | Supports external mono or stereo audio devices with dual RCA connectors |
| Operating Systems | Windows XP®, Windows® XP Embedded, Windows NT® 4.0*, Windows NT Embedded*, Windows Server® 2003, Windows 2000 |
| Standards and Protocols | Microsoft DirectShow WDM |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 3.2 in x 1.8 in x 0.8 in (8.0 cm x 4.4 cm x 2.0 cm) - Not including cables Cable lengths: 4.4 in (11.2 cm) |
| Weight | 1.9 oz (54.0 g) |
| Power Requirements | |
| Power Supply | USB powered; No external power supply required |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 32° F to 149° F (0° C to 65° C) |
| Relative Humidity | 0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Approvals | |
| Safety | EN60950, UL 1950, CSA 2.2 No. 950, IEC 950 |
| Emmissions/Immunity | CE, FCC Part 15, Class B, EN55022, EN55024 |
| Features | Watchport®/Sentry, Watchport® Console (Optional) |
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| Features | Watchport® FastAccess (Optional) |
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Watchport/VE USB Video Encoder
Watchport/V2 is a high-performance camera solution for kiosks, ATMs, point-of-sale, mobile computing, or any mission-critical application utilizing camera surveillance. This demo is designed to show some of its key features and applications.
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In the News
- Watchport/V2 scores high rating from PC Magazine editors
- Watchport/V wins Tom's Hardware Guide webcam shootout
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- Free motion detection software offer
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The Watchport Vision Series is built upon the high-performance Watchport/V2 and Watchport/V3 (non-interlaced model) USB cameras. These cameras offer exceptional low light sensitivity, 30 fps USB frame rates at all resolutions and enhanced resolution to deliver optimal picture quality, making them ideal for kiosks, ATMs, point-of-sale, ID badging, mobile computing, webcam or any mission-critical application utilizing camera surveillance.
Watchport/FastAccess software (sold separately) uses patent-pending facial recognition technology to dramatically reduce or eliminate the need for login passwords in computer environments where data security is critical and time is of the essence. Watchport Sentry and Watchport Console software is also available to turn your PC into a single-camera CCTV system by capturing images from the Watchport USB camera and using advanced motion detection to trigger recording.
The Watchport/VE USB video encoder supports S-type or composite analog video cameras and optional mono or stereo audio. Watchport camera features and application software are available with 3rd party analog cameras by connecting your camera to the Watchport/VE video encoder.
Applications for the Watchport Vision Series include controlling access to cash registers, complying with HIPAA for medical patient data, protecting confidential information at a human resources kiosk, or monitoring critical assets, just to name a few.
