Pelco Overview
Pelco is one of the largest companies in video surveillance. A market share leader in analog cameras, Pelco offers a broad series of surveillance cameras as well as 3 lines of video management systems - classic DVRs, the Integral product line and the Endura hybrid DVR/NVR system.
In the last year, Pelco has increased their product offering and market focus for IP camera, launching Sarix, their platform for IP/megapixel cameras. Read our examination of the Pelco Sarix offering.
Given Pelco's large size, they compete against a broad variety of companies. In the IP camera market, Pelco's two largest competitors are Axis and Sony. Pelco's historically been well regarded for their customer service. However, their video management technology is widely viewed as average and their IP camera offerings are still limited.
Pelco Company Coverage
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Pelco IL10 Value Line Reviewed
on Apr 03, 2013
"Pelco is getting into the IP budget market with its new IL10 Value Line, its lowest cost IP camer..."
"Pelco is getting into the IP budget market with its new IL10 Value Line, its lowest cost IP camer..."
Would a Hikvision / Pelco Deal Make Sense?
on Feb 06, 2013
"A persistent industry rumor says Hikvision and Pelco are in talks to do a merger / acquisition. W..."
"A persistent industry rumor says Hikvision and Pelco are in talks to do a merger / acquisition. W..."
Pelco's Shipping and Return Guarantees
on Aug 10, 2012
"Will making returns easy and guaranteeing stock draw integrators to Pelco? The company thinks so,..."
"Will making returns easy and guaranteeing stock draw integrators to Pelco? The company thinks so,..."
Pelco's Wrong! Cries HDcctv Alliance
on Jul 05, 2012
"Just days after being sued for stealing Object Video's invention of fire metadata, Pelco is again..."
"Just days after being sued for stealing Object Video's invention of fire metadata, Pelco is again..."
Pelco Sarix TI Thermal Cameras Review
on Jun 24, 2012
"The UK's favorite camera this year is from an American subsidiary of a French conglomerate. So wh..."
"The UK's favorite camera this year is from an American subsidiary of a French conglomerate. So wh..."
Pelco's 3D Design Tool Reviewed
on May 26, 2012
"Despite living in the age of computer aided design, many designers and engineers take to 'paper a..."
"Despite living in the age of computer aided design, many designers and engineers take to 'paper a..."
Pelco vs Integrators
on May 15, 2012
"Once an integrator favorite, Pelco is increasingly viewed with distrust and concern by many. As t..."
"Once an integrator favorite, Pelco is increasingly viewed with distrust and concern by many. As t..."
Schneider Goes VSaaS
on Apr 24, 2012
"Schneider Electric, the parent company of major surveillance manufacturer, Pelco, announced a par..."
"Schneider Electric, the parent company of major surveillance manufacturer, Pelco, announced a par..."
From the Pelco Jet to the Ex-Pelco Yacht
on Mar 26, 2012
"The Pelco jet was a symbol of the old Pelco. Long gone, the new Pelco is a far less powerful..."
"The Pelco jet was a symbol of the old Pelco. Long gone, the new Pelco is a far less powerful..."
Testing Pelco's Surevision Cameras
on Jan 10, 2012
"Undoutedbly, Pelco was a leader in analog CCTV. Years ago, integrators would have likely choosen ..."
"Undoutedbly, Pelco was a leader in analog CCTV. Years ago, integrators would have likely choosen ..."
Pelco Layoffs September 2011
on Sep 28, 2011
"Schneider Electric has announced layoffs, aka a 'workface reduction' for the Pelco division and C..."
"Schneider Electric has announced layoffs, aka a 'workface reduction' for the Pelco division and C..."
Pelco Sarix SureVision Examined
on Sep 20, 2011
"In this note, we examine Pelco's announcement of SureVision - examining how the feature set compa..."
"In this note, we examine Pelco's announcement of SureVision - examining how the feature set compa..."
Who the Hell is Killing the Pelco Brand???
on Sep 19, 2011
"What a colossal marketing mistake - It looks like Schneider Electric is phasing out the Pelco bra..."
"What a colossal marketing mistake - It looks like Schneider Electric is phasing out the Pelco bra..."
Pelco's Sarix Competitive Price/Positioning Examined
on Sep 08, 2011
"Pelco entered the megapixel market moderately late and with a relatively limited lineup. Now, wit..."
"Pelco entered the megapixel market moderately late and with a relatively limited lineup. Now, wit..."
Pelco's 960p HD Resolution Claim Examined
on Mar 10, 2011
"In this note, we examine Pelco's 960p HD positioning for its HD Spectra line. In a recent promoti..."
"In this note, we examine Pelco's 960p HD positioning for its HD Spectra line. In a recent promoti..."
Pelco's Hybrid DVRs (DX4700/4800) Examined
on Mar 09, 2011
"In this note, we examine Pelco's 2 new Hybrid DVR series: the DX4700 and 4800 series. Pelco is ma..."
"In this note, we examine Pelco's 2 new Hybrid DVR series: the DX4700 and 4800 series. Pelco is ma..."
Examining Pelco's New Sarix IM Series Domes
on Jan 12, 2011
"In this note, we examine Pelco's expanded mini-dome line. In their announcement, Pelco is emphasi..."
"In this note, we examine Pelco's expanded mini-dome line. In their announcement, Pelco is emphasi..."
Pelco Releases "Free" Video Analytics
on Jan 05, 2011
"Starting with Sarix Release 1.6, Pelco is providing 'free' video analytics for its Extended Platf..."
"Starting with Sarix Release 1.6, Pelco is providing 'free' video analytics for its Extended Platf..."
Digital Sentry DS v7 VMS Release Examined
on Oct 22, 2010
"In this note, we examine new features and restructured pricing for Pelco's Digital Sentry VMS sof..."
"In this note, we examine new features and restructured pricing for Pelco's Digital Sentry VMS sof..."
Examining the Pelco Spectra 1.3MP HD PTZs
on Oct 05, 2010
"Pelco released a line of megapixel IP PTZs called 'Spectra HD.' This marks Pelco's first off..."
"Pelco released a line of megapixel IP PTZs called 'Spectra HD.' This marks Pelco's first off..."
Testing Pelco Digital Sentry VMS Software
on May 04, 2010
"Pelco is not known for its software. While the company is one of the largest global analog survei..."
"Pelco is not known for its software. While the company is one of the largest global analog survei..."
Pelco's Thermal Camera Announcement Examined
on Mar 28, 2010
"At ISC West 2010, Pelco announced an upcoming release of IP thermal cameras. This update shares a..."
"At ISC West 2010, Pelco announced an upcoming release of IP thermal cameras. This update shares a..."
Pelco's Financial and Strategic Status Examined
on Mar 28, 2010
" In a March 2010, Pelco's CEO discussed their falling financial results and their efforts..."
" In a March 2010, Pelco's CEO discussed their falling financial results and their efforts..."
Pelco's All-HD Gambit: Who Wins? Who Losses?
on Mar 28, 2010
"In a much publicized move, Pelco's booth at ISC West was 'all-HD': HD fixed camera, HD PTZs, HD m..."
"In a much publicized move, Pelco's booth at ISC West was 'all-HD': HD fixed camera, HD PTZs, HD m..."
Camera Design Tool with Google Maps Integration
on Mar 16, 2010
"Pelco has released a free camera design tool with Google Earth integration. The tool is in beta a..."
"Pelco has released a free camera design tool with Google Earth integration. The tool is in beta a..."
IT is Now in Charge of Security Systems
on Mar 11, 2010
"In a surprising move to us, Pelco's magazine now declares that times have changed and the IT mana..."
"In a surprising move to us, Pelco's magazine now declares that times have changed and the IT mana..."
On-Line Technical Training Videos from Pelco
on Mar 10, 2010
"Pelco has posted a series of technical training videos for its Digital Sentry line, the DX8100 an..."
"Pelco has posted a series of technical training videos for its Digital Sentry line, the DX8100 an..."
Free 4 Channel VMS Software Released (DS4U)
on Jan 21, 2010
"Pelco has released a free 4 channel VMS software application (the DS4U) that supports Pelco's own..."
"Pelco has released a free 4 channel VMS software application (the DS4U) that supports Pelco's own..."
Expands Manufacturing in China
on Jan 14, 2010
"As part of the details emerging from Pelco's layoffs, an interview with Pelco in SSN reveals that..."
"As part of the details emerging from Pelco's layoffs, an interview with Pelco in SSN reveals that..."
What do Pelco's Layoffs Say About the Industry?
on Jan 14, 2010
"IP Video Market poll respondents are divided among 3 conflicting interpretations about Pelco's 4%..."
"IP Video Market poll respondents are divided among 3 conflicting interpretations about Pelco's 4%..."
Pelco Layoff Examined
on Jan 13, 2010
"Pelco has announced a layoff of 100 employees, or approximately 4% of their global workforce of 2..."
"Pelco has announced a layoff of 100 employees, or approximately 4% of their global workforce of 2..."
Testing Pelco's Sarix Megapixel Cameras (IXE20DN)
on Dec 07, 2009
"While Pelco is a leader in analog surveillance cameras, they are not even in the top 10 for 2008 ..."
"While Pelco is a leader in analog surveillance cameras, they are not even in the top 10 for 2008 ..."
Pelco Sarix's Support of MATE Examined
on Oct 18, 2009
"Pelco announced that their Sarix IP/Megapixel cameras will now support MATE video analytics. This..."
"Pelco announced that their Sarix IP/Megapixel cameras will now support MATE video analytics. This..."
Will Cisco Buy Pelco?
on Sep 23, 2009
"An IT analyst believes Cisco may acquire Pelco. He states, "This fits the mold of Cisco's acquisi..."
"An IT analyst believes Cisco may acquire Pelco. He states, "This fits the mold of Cisco's acquisi..."
Examining Pelco's Partner Program
on Sep 21, 2009
"Pelco is aggressively expanding its partner program - a move that is counter to the general trend..."
"Pelco is aggressively expanding its partner program - a move that is counter to the general trend..."
ID Network Dome Series Examined
on Sep 12, 2009
"Pelco's new network camera dome series is the Sarix ID (see datasheet of the 1.3 MP option)...."
"Pelco's new network camera dome series is the Sarix ID (see datasheet of the 1.3 MP option)...."
Examining Pelco's Expansion into Asia / Latin America
on Sep 01, 2009
"Pelco is expanding its operations in Latin America and Asia with the acquisition of its manufactu..."
"Pelco is expanding its operations in Latin America and Asia with the acquisition of its manufactu..."
Launches HD Monitors
on Aug 13, 2009
"Pelco is now offering HD monitors. The monitors provide 1920 x 1080 resolution in 42, 47 and 52 i..."
"Pelco is now offering HD monitors. The monitors provide 1920 x 1080 resolution in 42, 47 and 52 i..."
Super Deals on IP Cameras Examined
on Jul 29, 2009
"Pelco has announced "super deals" on their IP cameras through the end of September 2009..."
"Pelco has announced "super deals" on their IP cameras through the end of September 2009..."
Pelco Webinars on Hybrid DVR and IP PTZs
on Jun 30, 2009
"Pelco has released two very useful webcasts on their product lines - one on the Hybrid DX810..."
"Pelco has released two very useful webcasts on their product lines - one on the Hybrid DX810..."
Hybrid DVR Upgrade
on Jun 25, 2009
"Pelco's DX8100 series DVRs will support IP cameras (software version 2.0). Two points of int..."
"Pelco's DX8100 series DVRs will support IP cameras (software version 2.0). Two points of int..."
Furlough Examined
on Jun 01, 2009
"The local Fresno news is reporting that Pelco will be furloughing employees this summer..."
"The local Fresno news is reporting that Pelco will be furloughing employees this summer..."
Baseline / Main / High Profiles
on May 26, 2009
"In a May Pelco seminar, Pelco advocacted of High Profile H.264. H.264 provides a variety of profi..."
"In a May Pelco seminar, Pelco advocacted of High Profile H.264. H.264 provides a variety of profi..."
Partnership with TechData
on Apr 01, 2009
"Pelco announced that TechData would be their exclusive IT distributor in the US. I spoke with Pel..."
"Pelco announced that TechData would be their exclusive IT distributor in the US. I spoke with Pel..."
Examining Pelco Sarix Megapixel Cameras
on Mar 04, 2009
"While Pelco is the largest analog camera supplier, its existing IP offering have been limited and..."
"While Pelco is the largest analog camera supplier, its existing IP offering have been limited and..."
Pelco Cuts Costs and 1% Employees Layoff
on Dec 04, 2008
"Summary: 19 employees cut, salary freeze implemented, corporate jet to be sold, no more personali..."
"Summary: 19 employees cut, salary freeze implemented, corporate jet to be sold, no more personali..."