Hanwha Vision
Wisenet AI IP Cameras — Samsung Heritage, Korean Engineering, European Certification
Hanwha Vision (Seoul, South Korea — formerly Samsung Techwin, rebranded 2015 after Samsung sold its CCTV and security electronics division to Hanwha Group) manufactures the Wisenet Q, X, P, and A series of IP video surveillance cameras. The Samsung Techwin heritage gives Hanwha Vision significant brand recognition among European security integrators who specified Samsung CCTV systems prior to 2015. Wisenet cameras are widely used in European retail, corporate, municipal, and transportation CCTV installations.
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Wisenet series hierarchy: Wisenet Q (standard AI, PoE, 2–8MP) is the entry/mid range for commercial applications; Wisenet X (enhanced AI, 4K, anti-corrosion stainless steel option for marine/food processing environments) targets demanding applications; Wisenet P (flat-faced vandal dome for retail ceilings) focuses on aesthetics and anti-vandal resistance; Wisenet A (access control cameras with built-in face recognition, dual-lens, 2MP+2MP for face capture and wide view simultaneously). All Wisenet models share the same NDIS web interface and Wisenet WAVE VMS. Wisenet WAVE VMS: Hanwha Vision's own video management software, available as a standalone Windows server or as Wisenet WAVE Embedded on the QNO-8080R NVR. WAVE uses WebRTC for browser-based live view and playback without plugins. Key integration capability: WAVE HTTP API (REST) allows external systems to search recordings, trigger bookmark events, receive motion/line crossing alert webhooks. For KNX integration: WAVE webhook → Home Assistant → KNX IP integration → 1-bit group address for motion-triggered lighting or recording-triggered access control log. Face recognition: Wisenet A series cameras (e.g. QNV-8080R-AI) include a dedicated ISP for on-camera face recognition against a local face database (up to 3,000 faces on camera, 10,000 on Wisenet AI Box). Recognition events include confidence score (0–100%), matched identity, and timestamp. The face recognition event can be forwarded via HTTP action to Home Assistant webhook: Home Assistant automation checks confidence > 80% AND identity in "family" group → KNX group address 1-bit → door lock release (DPT 1.001). This enables completely local face recognition-based access control without cloud dependency. European certifications and NDAA status: Hanwha Vision is NOT on the NDAA 2019 Section 889 ban list, as it is a South Korean company with manufacturing in Korea, Vietnam, and the US (Hanwha Techwin America). Wisenet cameras carry CE marking for EMC and LVD (EU), and meet EN 50132-2 (IEC 62676-2) for IP video surveillance cameras. Hanwha Vision is also listed as a PSIM-compatible manufacturer in Gallagher, Genetec, and Milestone certified integrations. For GDPR compliance, on-device face recognition with local ONVIF-standard event delivery avoids sending biometric data to cloud services — mandatory for European deployments handling biometric data under GDPR Article 9.
Hanwha Wisenet cameras integrate with KNX via: (1) HTTP event actions from camera motion/AI events → Home Assistant → KNX group address writes (motion → lights, DPT 1.001); (2) Wisenet WAVE VMS webhook → Node-RED or HA automation → KNX IP integration; (3) Wisenet A face recognition event → Home Assistant → KNX door control DPT 1.001; (4) Camera alarm output relay contacts (on dome cameras with dry contact IO) → KNX binary input modules for hardwired integration without IP dependency.
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Wisenet Q 5MP Vandal Dome
QNV-8080R Wisenet Q 5MP vandal dome with IR illumination, PoE (IEEE 802.3af), 2.8mm fixed lens, H.265/H.264 dual-codec. Standard AI analytics: motion detection, line crossing, intrusion zone, people counting. IP66 and IK10 rated for outdoor and vandal-resistant indoor use. Compatible with Wisenet WAVE VMS, Milestone XProtect (Device Pack), Genetec Security Center (GSDK), and ONVIF Profile S/T. HTTP event actions configurable for motion events to trigger external webhooks — basis for KNX integration via Home Assistant. Suitable for European retail, office corridors, and car park applications.
Wisenet X 5MP Vandal Dome
XNV-8080R Wisenet X 5MP vandal dome with enhanced AI analytics, 4K upgrade path, and optional stainless steel anti-corrosion housing for marine and food processing environments. Includes advanced AI: deep learning people counting with heatmap, crowd density estimation, and safety PPE detection (hard hat, high-vis). H.265/H.264 dual-codec, PoE+, IP66 and IK10. Dewarping lens option (XNV-8080RV) for ceiling 180° panoramic coverage. ONVIF Profile S/T/G for VMS compatibility. Used in demanding environments: industrial facilities, transport hubs, outdoor perimeters.
Wisenet AI 5MP Mini Dome with Face Recognition
QNO-8080R-AI Wisenet A series mini dome with dual-lens (2MP wide + 2MP face capture) and on-camera face recognition ISP. Stores up to 3,000 face templates locally — no cloud or external server required for basic deployments. Recognition events include matched identity, confidence score (0–100%), and timestamp, delivered via HTTP action or ONVIF analytics event. Integration path for KNX access control: camera HTTP action → Home Assistant webhook → automation (confidence > 80%) → KNX group address write (DPT 1.001) → door lock release or alarm state change. Suitable for residential building lobbies, hotel VIP recognition, and office turnstile access control.
32-Channel 4K NVR with Wisenet WAVE Embedded
NVR-S4 32-channel 4K NVR with Wisenet WAVE VMS pre-installed on embedded Linux. Supports up to 32 Wisenet IP cameras at 4K resolution, 12TB HDD capacity (expandable via eSATA). WAVE Embedded provides browser-based live view and playback via WebRTC — no client software installation required. REST API (WAVE HTTP API) exposes recording search, bookmark creation, and motion event webhook subscriptions for external system integration. For KNX panel installations: WAVE webhook → Home Assistant or Node-RED → KNX IP integration sends 1-bit group address for recording-triggered access log events. Supports ONVIF Profile S cameras from other manufacturers alongside Wisenet cameras.
Hanwha Vision AI Box (Face Recognition Server)
Hanwha Vision AI Box (Wisenet AI Box 1 or 2) is a centralised face recognition server processing streams from up to 16 cameras simultaneously with a database of 10,000 face templates. Integrates with Wisenet WAVE VMS for centralised identity management — face records added or removed from a single management console. Recognition latency typically under 2 seconds from face appearance in frame to event notification. Used in hotel chains for VIP recognition across multiple lobby cameras, corporate HQ turnstile arrays, and municipal transport hubs with multi-camera coverage zones. AI Box recognition events integrate with Home Assistant for KNX group address control using the same webhook pattern as on-camera recognition.
Hanwha Vision FAQ
What is the relationship between Samsung CCTV and Hanwha Vision?
Samsung Techwin was Samsung Group's defence and security electronics subsidiary, manufacturing CCTV cameras and radar systems. In 2015, Samsung Group sold Samsung Techwin to Hanwha Group, a South Korean conglomerate. The CCTV business was renamed Hanwha Techwin (later Hanwha Vision in 2023). The Wisenet brand name (which appeared on Samsung CCTV products since 2011) was retained and continues across the Wisenet Q/X/P/A series. Samsung Electronics (smartphones, TVs) has NO involvement with Hanwha Vision. European installers who specified 'Samsung CCTV' cameras before 2015 are now working with what is sold as Hanwha Vision / Wisenet.
Can Hanwha Wisenet cameras integrate with Milestone XProtect without Wisenet WAVE?
Yes. Hanwha Vision has a certified MIP (Milestone Integration Platform) driver for Wisenet cameras, included in the Milestone XProtect Device Pack. Wisenet cameras appear in XProtect as standard IP cameras supporting ONVIF Profile S video streaming and Profile T analytics events (motion, line crossing, intrusion zone, face detection). The Device Pack driver also exposes Wisenet-specific analytics (people counting, heatmap data) as XProtect analytics events. For Genetec Security Center, Hanwha Vision provides a certified GSDK integration. Wisenet WAVE is an alternative for installations committed to the Hanwha ecosystem — it offers tighter AI analytics integration and the Wisenet AI Box server.
What is the maximum face recognition database size on Wisenet AI cameras?
On-camera face recognition (Wisenet A series, e.g. QNO-8080R-AI) stores up to 3,000 face templates locally on the camera — sufficient for residential buildings, hotel VIP lists, or small office staff. For larger deployments, the Hanwha AI Box (Wisenet AI Box 1 or 2) acts as a centralized face recognition server processing streams from up to 16 cameras simultaneously with a database of 10,000 faces. The Wisenet WAVE VMS integrates with the AI Box for centralized identity management, adding or removing face records from a single management console. Recognition latency is typically under 2 seconds from face appearance in frame to event notification.
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