How AERIS™ Works

AERIS™ (Attribute Evaluation & Rating Indicator System) is USAcompuA’s proprietary framework that analyzes each camera’s real-world performance, not just its specs. It translates complex technical data into simple, easy-to-understand scores, helping you instantly see how well a camera performs in real applications — from residential driveways to large industrial sites.

1. What AERIS™ Evaluates

Every camera is reviewed across several key dimensions that define real-world performance:

• Image Quality – resolution, sensor size, and overall detail clarity.
• Night & Color Performance – low-light capability, IR range, and true 24/7 color visibility.
• Smart Detection (AI) – human/vehicle analytics, accuracy, and alert precision.
• Audio & Interaction – built-in mic, speaker, two-way audio, or audio over coax.
• Network & Integration – PoE support, ONVIF compatibility, and app connectivity.
• Build Quality – IP/IK rating, materials, and operating temperature range.
• Ease of Installation – mounting, cabling, and installer-friendliness.

2. The AERIS™ Scoring Scale

Each dimension is scored from 1–10, where:

• 1–3 = Basic performance
• 4–6 = Standard performance
• 7–8 = Advanced performance
• 9–10 = Premium performance

The combined result forms a single AERIS Base Score — a clear indicator of overall strength compared to other models.

3. Scores Adjusted for Real-World Applications

Because every environment has unique priorities, AERIS adapts the score weighting based on the camera’s intended use:

• Residential – prioritizes night/color performance, audio, and ease of use.
• Retail & Office – emphasizes image quality, AI, and integration.
• Warehouse / Industrial – values low-light visibility and durability.
• Parking & Outdoor – emphasizes long-range vision and weather protection.

This produces tailored Application Scores — for example:

• Residential: 9.3 / 10 – Excellent
• Parking Lot: 8.1 / 10 – Very Good
• Warehouse: 7.0 / 10 – Good

4. Why It Matters

• Turns technical jargon into clear, comparable insights.
• Shows which cameras are best suited for your use case.
• Creates a brand-neutral, performance-based standard.
• Gives installers and buyers a transparent decision tool.

AERIS™ Under the Hood – Technical Overview

AERIS™ converts complex technical data into consistent, comparable scores. While the exact algorithm remains proprietary, the process follows strict evaluation principles developed through years of field testing and industry experience.

1. Key Data Inputs

Each camera’s specifications and test results are normalized into the AERIS scale using objective benchmarks. Inputs typically include:

• Resolution & Sensor – megapixels, sensor size, and sensor technology (CMOS, BSI, etc.).
• Optics – lens aperture, focal length, and focus performance.
• Dynamic Range & Low Light – measured lux sensitivity, IR range, and color retention under low illumination.
• AI & Detection Features – accuracy of human/vehicle analytics, false alarm filtering, and detection zones.
• Audio Capability – recording clarity, duplex support, and acoustic coverage.
• Network Performance – stability, PoE class, bitrate handling, and cross-platform compatibility.
• Build Quality – IP/IK ratings, casing materials, and thermal performance.
• Installation Factors – cable design, power options, and bracket/junction compatibility.

2. Balancing the Categories

The AERIS Base Score is derived from a weighted blend of all seven dimensions. Image Quality and Night Performance usually carry the most weight, followed by AI Detection, Build Quality, and Network Integration. Audio and Installation factors contribute to the usability and reliability score but hold slightly less influence overall.

This ensures that a camera with great image quality but weak build quality doesn’t unfairly outrank a balanced, professional model built for demanding environments.

3. Application-Based Weight Adjustments

AERIS recalculates scores based on the installation context. The importance of each factor shifts depending on how and where the camera will be used:

Each resulting score is classified as Excellent (9–10), Good (7–8.9), Moderate (5–6.9), or Not Recommended (<5).

The AERIS framework adapts dynamically — one consistent system that respects how environments change what “good performance” truly means.

AERIS™ for Installers & Integrators

For professionals who quote, install, or service systems, AERIS™ simplifies camera selection, justification, and communication — helping you spec faster, quote smarter, and reduce callbacks.

1. Faster Camera Selection

Match AERIS Application Scores to specific areas on each project:

• Driveway / Entry: prioritize high Residential and Night/Color scores.
• Office / Retail: look for strong Image Quality and AI Detection.
• Warehouse: choose models with top Build and Night Performance.
• Parking / Outdoor: focus on Weatherproofing and Long-Range Vision.

2. More Professional Quotes

Include AERIS ratings in proposals to make your recommendations clear and credible:

• “Camera A – AERIS Residential 9.2 / 10: optimized for front door coverage.”
• “Camera B – AERIS Parking 8.8 / 10: designed for perimeter and lots.”

3. Fewer Callbacks, Happier Customers

By choosing cameras aligned with their environment, you reduce complaints, unnecessary returns, and follow-up visits. Customers see the difference — and so do your margins.

4. Cross-Brand Consistency

AERIS normalizes terminology across manufacturers, converting marketing terms like ColorVu, Full Color, or LightHunter into a unified, brand-neutral scoring system. One clear language for all brands.

Future-Proof by Design – The Evolving AERIS™ Scale

Technology keeps advancing — and AERIS evolves with it. As new sensors, AI chipsets, and imaging standards emerge, the top end of the AERIS scale expands to reflect the new benchmark.

1. A Fixed Rating, Moving Benchmark

Each camera keeps the rating it earned, but the comparison scale shifts upward as technology improves. A model rated 10/10 today might rank 10/12 in two years — not because it’s worse, but because the industry has progressed.

2. Why That Matters

• Honest longevity: ratings don’t expire; they evolve alongside the market.
• Transparent progression: lets buyers see how far newer tech has advanced.
• Historical clarity: helps installers explain the performance gap between generations.

3. A Living System

AERIS acts as a rolling leaderboard of camera innovation — continuously updated so that both buyers and professionals can understand where today’s products stand in tomorrow’s landscape.

AERIS™ scores never expire — they evolve.