System Introduction - Derytech Shepherd User Manual

1. System Introduction

The DeryTech Shepherd represents an all new, high performance, cost effective digital based wireless surveillance
camera transmission system. Offering exceptional bandwidth and serial data transmission, the Shepherd brings a
wireless capability to all traditional fixed cameras and supplies built-in remote control to PTZ dome cameras, providing
a first-rate solution for remote and hard-to-reach camera locations.
The Shepherd uses the latest digital wireless OFDM modulation in the less crowded (and unlicensed) 5GHz radio
band, providing transmission rates that significantly reduce signal interference and, being full-duplex, supplying a very
stable wireless link, which, combined with our image processing software, delivers hi-definition, full-motion, no-ripple
video up to 10 Km line-of-sight. Furthermore, the Shepherd offers considerably improved data security via either AES
or RC4 key encryption when used in conjunction with our proprietary MagicLink software, and it's bi-directional,
full-duplex digital transmission allows the system to provide full joystick remote control of RS485 based PTZ cameras.
The Shepherd has also been designed for ease-of-use and flexibility. The MagicLink software makes configuring the
Shepherd a quick and simple task, allowing for the selection of personalized encryption keys, the setting-up of the PTZ
interface and a choice of transmission ranges for improved image quality. Where transmission of over 10 kilometers is
required or the signal path needs to change direction, two or more Shepherds can be connected in series using the
Repeater Mode. The Shepherd is also set-up to support Power over Ethernet (PoE), eliminating the need for an AC
power supply and associated cabling, making installation easier and cheaper.
Overall, the Shepherd provides a versatile, all-in-one wireless transmission solution for CCTV and traffic surveillance
needs, offering superb performance in all environments and weather conditions, and providing integrators and
installers with a system that is easy to set-up, simple to install and straight-forward to operate, whilst offering time and
money saving flexibility.
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