MOXA Onboard CCTV Solutions for Reliable Rail Surveillance

The Industry's Most Complete Portfolio of Onboard CCTV Solutions

Onboard CCTV video surveillance systems are more frequently utilizing IP-based technologies to provide live access to critical operational information. The systems can also support live-streaming and recorded video on trains and at remote Operations Control Centers (OCCs). Building these types of systems requires resiliency and bandwidth to facilitate reliable onboard and train-to-ground communication. In order to meet these requirements, Moxa offers the industry's complete portfolio of onboard CCTV that includes IP cameras, rugged computers, and high-performance wired and/or wireless networking components to allow ease of integration and maintenance for these types of system integrators.

Resilient Equipment Design

Train environments subject electronic devices to harsh conditions like vibration, high humidity, and extreme temperature swings. In addition, equipment must fit into a limited physical space with little opportunity for wiring. For each onboard product, Moxa engineers adhere to the EN 50155 standard, guaranteeing long-lasting reliability and performance in extreme conditions, even including high-speed trains.

Essential Trends for Onboard CCTV Infrastructure

Integrate multiple onboard systems onto one IP train network
Gigabit and PoE connectivity
Real-time video streaming to the control center
Optimize network and video performance
More services with less equipment in confined onboard spaces

The Industry's Most Complete Portfolio of Onboard CCTV Solutions

Moxa Delivers Complete Solutions

Moxa’s comprehensive CCTV portfolio encompasses every essential component required for onboard surveillance. The IP camera range offers multiple form factors and mounting types to support different rail applications. Computing platforms include NVR computers for video recording, panel computers for in-cab monitoring, and Multi-WWAN computers for train-to-ground communications. Complementing these are Moxa’s Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches, alongside high-performance Wi-Fi and cellular products, delivering the robust networking architecture essential for live streaming and HD video recording

Mounting Ceiling, panel, flush, or vertical mounting
Lenses Optional fixed focal length lenses (2.4, 2.8, 3.6, 4.2, 6, 8 mm) for different viewing angles and distances
Form Factors Metal or plastic housing with vandal, rain, dust protection

Multi-purpose NVRs Driver car NVR, passenger car NVR, or gateway applications
Train operator display (TOD) panel computers
Multi-WWAN Computers

Onboard router/L2 Ethernet switches High-density 10GbE, GbE, PoE, and bypass connectivity
Wireless carriage-to-carriage links
Train-to-ground via Wi-Fi or cellular

Versatile Onboard IP Cameras

Nowadays, more and more onboard cameras are being deployed to monitor critical areas in trains. In addition, onboard CCTV systems must overcome a unique set of challenges, such as limited installation space, extreme shock and vibration, and varying lighting conditions. As the world’s number one supplier of onboard cameras, Moxa delivers IP video technology, capable of achieving greater video coverage, excellent HD image quality, and optimal bandwidth and storage usage.

Solution Highlights

Vandal-resistant design
Advanced imaging for clear visibility in any lighting condition
PoE-powered to reduce cabling complexity
Compliant with EN 50155 OT4 temperature criteria (-40°C to 70°C)
Resistant to vibration, humidity, dust
Wide range of cameras and lens types for different onboard scenarios

Find the Exact Fit for Your Application

Whatever you are looking for, you will find a Moxa IP camera that suits your needs. Front and rear-facing cameras provide the driver with real-time vision of the track and trackside, consist cameras monitor the passenger carriage interior, and driver cab cameras capture the driver’s actions instantly. Hidden type HD cameras are ideal for keeping an eye on train entrances. Moxa also offers customized hardware and form factors to meet special installation requirements.

Instant Adjustments to Variable Lighting Conditions

The train’s onboard lighting fluctuates dramatically during its journey, especially when speeding into and out of tunnels. Instantaneous adjustment to rapid lighting changes is crucial to providing consistent, clear image quality. Moxa’s IP cameras capture crisp, full-motion video in HD and 1080P, and support advanced imaging technologies such as WDR, DNR, and BLC for optimal image quality in any environment. Our large selection of lens types for different viewing angles and ranges ensures the right field of view in any situation.

Advanced Imaging Technologies

Solid WDR performance

Strong light inhibition

Clear color images in low-lux areas

Quickly adapts to sudden lighting changes

Optimize Network and CCTV Performance

Effective IP surveillance relies on video streaming, which significantly influences network and video performance. Moxa’s IP cameras use custom IP video technologies, such as CBR Pro™ and DynaStream™ to optimize bandwidth and storage use while maintaining consistent video performance.

Compliant With EN 50155 Anti-vibration Standards

Moxa designed its onboard computers specifically to transmit video streams and data from the NVRs to the OCC via wireless networks for real-time monitoring. Our NVR computers enable uninterrupted concurrent video recording from multiple streams. As installation space in the driver cab is very limited, our fanless, compact panel computers can serve as a common display for both PIS and CCTV. Moxa’s Multi-WWAN computers support both cellular and Wi-Fi connection options for streaming live CCTV data to the control center. All Moxa onboard computers are fully compliant with the EN 50155 anti-shock and anti-vibration criteria to ensure reliable operation when the train is on the move.

Solution Highlights

NVR computers feature a hot-swappable HD module for easy maintenance and minimal system downtime
Panel computers meet the 70°C heat tolerance demanded by EN 50155 OT4
Panel computers with a multi-touch LCD screen that is readable under direct sunlight

Live Viewing and Recording on the Train and at the Remote OCC

Evolving Demands for Ethernet Trains

As trains become more complex, the number of onboard systems and devices, such as CCTV, PIS, and other passenger-oriented systems, increases. Efficient operation requires integrating all these intelligent onboard devices onto a single Ethernet network. CCTV systems, specifically, process several high-definition video streams and connect to multiple bandwidth-intensive end devices, such as NVRs and wireless access points. This requires a robust network backbone that supports high data transfer rates. In addition, the demand for PoE capability to supply onboard devices like IP cameras is surging. Moxa’s lineup of wired and wireless networking solutions for high-speed onboard and train-to-ground communications is designed to meet these growing trends.

Solution Highlights

Merge multiple subsystems onto a single integrated network
High bandwidth (FE/GE/10G/802.11n) for multiple concurrent video streams
PoE capability to save on cabling efforts and costs
Flexible and easy network reconfiguration for operational efficiency

Versatile Onboard Ethernet Networks

While every onboard subsystem performs its own set of tasks, it needs to be interconnected with other systems through the backbone network. A reliable Ethernet Train Backbone (ETB) network, which connects the Ethernet Consist Networks (ECN), is critical for integrating onboard systems. Usually, the onboard CCTV system is built on the ECN so that live video can be streamed to the driver cab and recorded via the IP network. This data then transfers to the remote OCC via a Wi-Fi or cellular connection. Moxa provides a complete line of onboard switches perfect for creating a reliable, intelligent Ethernet train network.

Simplify Installation and Maintenance With Flexible Networks

Moxa’s onboard switch solutions simplify network design, installation, and maintenance. Mid-journey, train consists are frequently reconfigured. In a standard redundancy design, the ring coupling has to be reconfigured every time a new consist is coupled to the train. Moxa’s Dynamic Ring Coupling™ (DRC) technology enables inter-consist Ethernet redundancy without disrupting intra-consist networks during reorientation. As a result, all the Ethernet-based services, such as CCTV, Wi-Fi access, and PIS, continue to operate seamlessly even when coupling switches are rearranged mid-journey. For retrofitted trains, Moxa’s Auto Carriage Connection (ACC) technology creates wireless inter-car links and reduces cabling and wiring complexity on the train. Furthermore, Moxa’s switches support Auto Configuration, which configures IP settings for all network devices automatically, saving significant effort, especially for mass device deployments.

Flexible and Intelligent Network Reconfigurations

DRC

An intelligent inter-consist Ethernet redundancy technology that uses auto-configuration when consists are re-arranged.

ACC

Automatically create wireless links between train cars to adapt to dynamic train re-composition during operation.

Auto Configuration

Assign IP addresses automatically to all network devices for simplified installation and maintenance.

Flexible Train-to-ground Communications

Cellular and Wi-Fi networks are becoming the preferred train-to-ground (T2G) communication method. Rail operators may consider adopting LTE and Wi-Fi hybrid solutions for handling T2G communication in different scenarios. When on the move, the train uses cellular connections for seamlessly switching between regional carrier services to ensure uninterrupted video streams. When the train enters the station or returns to the depot, it offloads all recorded data over Wi-Fi, saving on carrier service charges. Moxa provides Wi-Fi and cellular options to cover all scenarios.