OKINA USA

What OKINA USA does

OKINA USA is the trade name of ADDITIONAL TECHNOLOGY SECURITY INC., a California corporation founded in 2009 that designs, assembles, and distributes video surveillance equipment through authorized dealers, distributors, installers, and system integrators across the United States. The company maintains R&D and PCB assembly operations in Taiwan and a small US team (1-10 employees) with offices in Fremont and Walnut, California. Its commercial footprint is explicitly restricted to the United States.

The product portfolio spans the full video surveillance stack: analog CCTV cameras (standard, dome, IR, PTZ, wide dynamic, license plate capture, covert), HD-SDI cameras including 360-degree fisheye and PTZ models, network/IP cameras and video servers, and a tiered DVR family (ECO II, Standard Hybrid, PRO Hybrid, HD-SDI, TVI/AHD) supported by Megapixel NVR software compatible with third-party VMS platforms such as Milestone, NUUO, Avermedia, Digifort, and VPON. Supporting accessories include lenses, PRO Series die-cast aluminum IP66/IP67/IP68 housings, IR illuminators with ranges up to 395 feet, UTP/HD-SDI baluns, security and service monitors, PTZ controllers, and solar power kits. Core technology leverages Sony Exview HAD CCD II sensors with Effio DSP and Panasonic CMOS, combined with proprietary Digital Noise Reduction claimed to cut DVR storage by up to 70%, Sens-up low-light sensitivity down to 0.00039 Lux, mechanical IR cut filter switching, and Wide Dynamic Range processing.

The business model is channel-driven hardware sales with quote-based pricing through distributors, supplemented by warranty and technical support services. The company markets through its website, trade publication coverage in SDM, Security Products, and Security Sales magazines, and a dedicated Dealer Development Department (1-800-872-4199). Notable enterprise deployment includes 233 SDN-6520 cameras at the Wells Fargo Bank ATM Process Center in Fremont. No revenue, funding, M&A, or leadership data is publicly disclosed.

Name

OKINA USA

Legal name

ADDITIONAL TECHNOLOGY SECURITY INC.

Website

https://okinausa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

OKINA USA is a US distributor and light-OEM of video surveillance equipment (CCTV, HD-SDI, IP cameras, DVRs, NVR software, and accessories) sold through authorized dealers, distributors, and system integrators across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Video Surveillance Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

SIC

Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861), Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Cameras, Imaging & Drones Distribution (CRAOACAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Lenses & Optical Accessories (Lenses, Filters, Adapters, Teleconverters) (CRACAPAF)

Keywords

• Video surveillance equipment
• CCTV security cameras
• Network IP cameras
• Digital video recorders
• Surveillance accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Fremont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Cameras: OKINA USA generates revenue primarily through the sale of video surveillance cameras including analog CCTV, HD-SDI, network IP cameras, specialty cameras (license plate capture, wide dynamic, covert), IR cameras, dome cameras, and PTZ cameras. Products are sold as one-time purchases with various warranty periods (Camera: 3 years, Camera with IR LED: 1 year).
2. DVR/NVR Systems: Sale of digital video recording systems including standalone DVRs, mobile DVR/GPS systems, micro DVRs, HD-SDI DVRs, and NVR software solutions. DVR warranty is one year. Products support various channel configurations from 4CH to 16CH.
3. Accessories and Peripherals: Sale of supporting equipment including camera lenses (vari-focal, mono-focal, auto iris, megapixel), housing and brackets, IR illuminators, UTP balun cabling solutions, LCD service monitors, solar power kits, and PTZ accessories (controllers, brackets, converters).
4. Professional Services: Technical support, firmware updates, and warranty services. The company provides dealer development support and accepts orders through distributors with terms requiring payment before shipment or credit applications for credit terms.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

OKINA USA designs, manufactures, and distributes video surveillance hardware and software, including analog CCTV cameras, HD-SDI cameras, network IP cameras, DVRs and NVR systems, and supporting accessories such as lenses, housings, brackets, illuminators, cabling, and monitors. Products are sold primarily through a United States network of authorized dealers, distributors, installers, and system integrators, with technical engineering and production based in Taiwan.

Product overview

OKINA USA is a video surveillance equipment manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of surveillance products organized into multiple product lines. The core offering spans analog CCTV cameras (standard, dome, IR, PTZ, wide dynamic, specialty including license plate capture), HD-SDI cameras including 360-degree fisheye models and PTZ cameras, and Network/IP cameras with associated video servers. Recording solutions include multiple DVR tiers (ECO II, Standard, PRO Series) supporting H.264 hybrid recording for both analog and IP cameras, HD-SDI DVRs, and TVI/AHD hybrid systems, complemented by Megapixel NVR software supporting up to 64 channels. Supporting infrastructure includes camera lenses, professional housings/brackets/illuminators, UTP balun cabling, security monitors, LCD service monitors, solar power kits, PTZ controllers, and video compression cards for scalable PC-based systems. The ECO Series provides budget-oriented covert and standard cameras while the PRO Series offers professional-grade equipment with advanced features like POS integration and dual VGA outputs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CCTV Cameras (Standard / Dome / IR / PTZ / Wide Dynamic / Specialty) Comprehensive line of analog and HD-SDI surveillance cameras including standard box cameras, dome cameras, infrared IR cameras, pan-tilt-zoom PTZ cameras, wide dynamic range cameras, and specialty cameras such as license plate capture cameras. Resolutions range from 420 TVL to 700 TVL. Sold through authorized dealers and distributors for commercial and government security installations.
• ECO Series & Covert Cameras Budget-oriented economical camera line including covert cameras hidden in wall clocks, mirrors, smoke detectors, PIR sensors, and floodlights for discreet surveillance applications. Quality comparable to standard line at lower price points.
• Network IP Cameras Full range of network/IP cameras including indoor/outdoor dome cameras, PTZ cameras, box cameras, MPEG4/IP cameras, and 1.3 megapixel HD cameras. Supports H.264, MJPEG, MPEG4 compression with PoE, wireless connectivity, and ONVIF compliance.
• Network Video Servers Standalone NVS units enabling analog cameras to be converted to network/IP systems. Includes 4-channel and 16-channel models with embedded Linux OS, H.264/MPEG-4/MJPEG compression, HDMI/VGA outputs, and dual gigabit ports.
• MPEG4 Pentaplex Standalone DVR 4/8/16 channel standalone DVR systems with MPEG4 compression, pentaplex operation (live/playback/record/network/backup), dynamic/static IP support, and remote viewing capabilities. Models include PMD-04, PMD-08, PMD-16.
• ECO II Series H.264 DVR Economical H.264 DVR line with 4/8/16 channel options, H.264 compression, schedule/alarm/motion recording, dual stream support, up to 2 SATA HDD storage, VGA/HDMI output, and CMS software for remote monitoring.
• Standard Series H.264 Hybrid DVR Hybrid DVR supporting both analog and IP cameras with triplex/pentaplex operation, H.264/MJPEG compression, DVD-RW, up to 3 internal SATA HDDs, 2-channel IP camera recording, and mobile view software.
• PRO Series H.264 Hybrid DVR Professional-grade hybrid DVR with pentaplex operation, multi-codec H.264/MPEG4/MJPEG support, 8-channel IP camera recording, dual VGA outputs, dual gigabit LAN ports, POS data capture, WLAN/SMS support, and up to 4 HDD with DVD-RW.
• HD SDI H.264 DVR Full HD 1080P record and playback DVRs supporting 4/8/16 HD-SDI channels with H.264 compression, dual stream, HDMI output, smartphone remote view, and CMS software supporting up to 256 channels.
• Full HD SDI Realtime H.264 DVR Real-time HD-SDI DVRs with 4/8/16 channel support, H.264 compression, dual stream, 3G phone remote view (iPhone/iPad/Android), iPhone remote playback, 2-way audio, and Safari browser support for MAC.
• HD TVI Hybrid 1080P H.264 DVR TVI/AHD hybrid DVRs supporting 4/8/16 channels with 720P/1080P/960H recording, H.264 compression, HDMI/VGA output, mobile surveillance, CMS software, and IP camera support (1-8 channels depending on model).
• Mobile DVR / GPS Systems ECO Series H.264 mobile DVR with GPS tracking, mapping software, motion detection, SMS alarm notification, GSM/GPRS/CDMA transmission, and CFM card storage for vehicle surveillance applications.
• Micro DVR System Compact MPEG4 1-channel micro DVR with camera featuring 2.5 inch TFT LCD, SD card recording, motion detection, rechargeable battery, and water-resistant options for portable surveillance.
• Megapixel NVR Software Software solution managing up to 64 network/IP cameras with dual monitor support, smart guard video analytics (motion, missing object, camera occlusion, foreign object, lose focus, signal loss), GUI recording schedule, and intelligent event search.
• H.264/MPEG4 Video Compression Cards Hardware and software compression cards for PC-based DVR systems. H.264 cards offer 480 FPS per card (max 4 cards/64 channels); MPEG4 cards offer 120-480 FPS per card (max 2 cards/32 channels) for scalable surveillance system configurations.
• CCTV Camera Lenses Complete lens portfolio including 1/3 to 1/2 inch vari-focal and mono-focal megapixel lenses, auto iris and manual iris variants, CS mount options, and specialized IR megapixel and fisheye lenses for various surveillance applications.
• Housing, Brackets & Illuminators Professional camera housings including PRO Series heavy-duty die-cast aluminum alloy housings with IP66/IP67/IP68 ratings, vandal-proof dome housings, various mounting brackets, and IR LED illuminators with ranges up to 395ft/120m.
• UTP Balun & Cabling Solutions Cabling infrastructure products including UTP baluns for transmitting video over twisted pair cables and HD-SDI balun solutions for HD surveillance system installations.
• Security Monitors LED backlight LCD security monitors in 15 and 19 inch sizes with RS-485, HDMI/VGA/BNC inputs, built-in speakers, PIP feature, and light sensor for energy efficiency.
• Solar Power Kit for Surveillance Solar power systems for remote surveillance applications including construction sites, temporary parking, outdoor events, oil/mine exploration, and emergency response locations.
• LCD Service Monitors Portable 4 and 5.6 inch TFT LCD service monitors for CCTV system installation, testing, and troubleshooting with rechargeable battery options.
• PTZ Cameras Full line of PTZ cameras including 10x to 37x optical zoom models, indoor/outdoor versions, high-speed dome cameras, and specialized models with wide dynamic range, IR illumination, and auto-tracking capabilities.
• PTZ Controllers & Keyboards RS-485/RS-232 PTZ controllers and keyboards for controlling pan-tilt-zoom cameras, including 2-axis and 3-axis models, economic options, and professional programmable keyboards with LCD display.
• HD SDI 360° Fisheye Cameras HD-SDI 1080P 360-degree fisheye cameras providing full panoramic coverage with multiple recording modes. Indoor and vandal dome variants available with 5 megapixel CMOS sensors.
• HD SDI PTZ Cameras HD-SDI 1080P PTZ dome cameras with 20X optical zoom, WDR, DNR, mechanical IR cut filter, and high-speed pan/tilt operation for HD surveillance applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• DNR cameras reduce DVR disk space usage by up to 70%
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Security Systems: Diversified security incumbent offering IP cameras, video management and intrusion products; broader portfolio than OKINA but competes in mid-to-high-end enterprise surveillance.
• i-PRO (Panasonic Security): Panasonic's security spin-off offering IP cameras, NVRs and analytics; competes with OKINA's IP camera line and supplies sensor technology that OKINA integrates.
• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions): Enterprise-focused IP camera and VMS vendor owned by Motorola Solutions; competes in the higher end of the same US dealer/integrator channel as OKINA.

Regional players

• Lorex Technology: US/Canada-focused surveillance camera and DVR/NVR brand with strong retail presence; overlaps with OKINA's analog/HD CCTV and DVR product positioning in the North American market.

Direct peers

• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer; offers IP cameras, DVRs/NVRs and a full analog-to-IP portfolio that directly competes with OKINA's lineup across every channel and customer segment.
• Dahua Technology: Global surveillance OEM offering HDCVI/TVI/AHD/IP cameras and DVRs/NVRs; competes head-to-head with OKINA in hybrid analog/IP solutions, particularly through US distribution.
• Vivotek: Taiwan-based IP surveillance camera and NVR vendor; the closest geographic and product peer to OKINA, competing in network cameras and listed as an OKINA NVR integration partner.
• Axis Communications: Inventor of the network IP camera and a leading enterprise surveillance vendor; competes with OKINA's IP camera and NVR portfolio and is referenced as an OKINA integration partner.
• Hanwha Vision (formerly Samsung Wisenet): Full-line surveillance manufacturer offering IP cameras, DVRs/NVRs and Wisenet analytics; directly comparable to OKINA's PRO Series and IP camera lineup in US dealer channels.

Emerging players

• Uniview (UNV): China-based IP surveillance vendor rapidly expanding in the US; competes with OKINA's IP cameras and NVRs at aggressive price points in dealer channels.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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