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SightLogix and Pelco customers can benefit from hands-free PTZ tracking over outdoor areas and site perimeters SightLogix, Inc., the leading intelligent thermal camera manufacturer for perimeter security applications, announces that the SightTracker pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera controller has been integrated with Pelco Spectra and Esprit cameras to automatically zoom and follow detected targets. As a result of the integration, SightLogix and Pelco customers can now benefit fro...

Pelco by Schneider Electric is now taking orders for its new BU Series bullet cameras, C20 Series box cameras and FD Series fixed dome cameras, the company announced today. The trio of analog camera options is the latest addition to a diverse lineup of Pelco video security solutions. Pelco prides itself on responding to its customers’ needs. “We recognized a need for full-featured, affordable analog cameras, and we delivered a triple option of high-quality choices”, says Barry...

Pelco by Schneider Electric is now taking orders for the new C20 Series box cameras, the latest addition to its diverse lineup of video security solutions, company officials announced recently. “Pelco has always responded to our customers’ needs. They asked for a high-quality, full-featured, affordable analog box camera and we delivered,” says Barry Lawson, Pelco product marketing manager. The C20 Series offers high-resolution color, wide dynamic range and day/night capabilit...

Mathieson has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has appointed security industry veteran Alex Mathieson as Regional Sales Manager, Latin America. Mathieson joins the company with a quarter century of experience in domestic and international sales. He has extensive experience in security, economics and business practices throughout Latin America....

Pilot v.5 includes a complete set of management tools to capture and register Two new software releases that improve video management and control activities are featured by American Fibertek Inc. (AFI) at ISCW. Pilot v.5 Video Management Software delivers advanced system functionality and broader industry compatibility while the newly developed AFI-2089 Virtual Keyboard does all the heavy lifting of the American Dynamics’ physical keyboard at half the price and none of t...

Pelco's Sarix TI was developed to make thermal imaging available at an affordable price Pelco by Schneider Electric will display its new Sarix TI thermal imaging camera system at the ISC West show in Las Vegas, March 28 to 30, the company announced. With an all-digital design aimed at delivering the image processing features the industry demands, Sarix TI was developed to make thermal imaging available at an affordable price for mainstream applications where it was once consid...

Pelco by Schneider Electric announces the release of its DS NVs version 7.3.54 software. With added support for Pelco analytics as one of the key new features, the growing audience of Sarix customers can now use any of 8 analytic behaviors to trigger soft alarms in ControlPoint, the client software for DS. The DS supported analytics include abandoned object, adaptive motion, camera sabotage, loitering detection, and more there are no additional fees for the analytic behaviors, either for Sarix o...

TSA evaluators conducted 900 test scenarios to challenge the SightLogix systemAn evaluation by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has confirmed 100% video analytic accuracy of the SightLogix SightSensor thermal camera system in the challenging environment typical of many airports. According to the TSA's final report, the "evaluation team performed over 900 scenarios of which every alarm instance was accurately reported" on the SightLogix perimeter security system.&q...

Kevin Bozarth will manage the NAV Network team and sales engineering activity North American Video (NAV) recently announced that Kevin Bozarth has been named as Manager of Large Systems Engineering. Kevin brings a wealth of IP, Network and Engineering expertise to NAV. In this newly created position, Kevin will lead the NAV Network team and be responsible for managing the sales engineering activity for large surveillance projects. Kevin will be located in the company's head office located in Br...

 Mission 500 CSR Award is to honor  security industry firms who make vital contributions to those in needMission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2012 "Mission 500 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Award" and "Humanitarian Awards". The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on March 29, 2012 during ISC West in L...

 The purpose of the Mission 500 CSR Award is to honor companies in the security industry Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for the 2012 Mission 500 CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Award and Humanitarian Awards. The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on March 29, 2012 during ISC West in Las Vegas.The purpose of the Mission 500 CSR Aw...

The sensors were chosen for performance, resistance to sun exposure, sensitivity and compatibility with Pelco ULIS, a manufacturer of high-quality infrared (IR) imaging sensors for thermography, security, automotive and military applications, announced recently that it has signed a contract with Schneider Electric, the developer and manufacturer of world leading Pelco video and security systems, to supply infrared (IR) sensors for Pelco's new product line, the Sarix thermal imaging cameras. This...

American Fibertek, Inc. announces the new Pilot v4.5 enterprise video management system (VMS), a complete management software system offering enhanced client- and server-related features and new software drivers to support integration of even more video, audio and data products, environmental sensors and network switches. At the server level, Pilot v4.5 offers dashboard-based server and web server network port setup, an improved action log mechanism and the ability to store data to NAS (netwo...

Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce its powerful network device installation tool, Device Utility 2, is now included with every Pelco IP camera and available to download. With advanced capabilities, Device Utility 2 software enables a fast track to efficient management of IP cameras and devices. This free utility allows users to set and adjust multiple IP addresses at once - making managing multiple IP addresses hassle-free in one simple step. It enables advanced configuration, ma...

 Another new feature of Pilot v4.5 is availability of management reports about camera and system use American Fibertek, Inc. announces the new Pilot v4.5 enterprise video management system (VMS), a complete management software system offering enhanced client- and server-related features and new software drivers to support integration of even more video, audio and data products, environmental sensors and network switches. At the server level, Pilot v4.5 offers dashboard-...

 Schneider specialize in integrated and building management solutionsLeading the security industry with leading video security, Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new additions to its Pelco video security product line to be exhibited at the ASIS International trade show in Orlando, Florida. In addition, discover the power of integrated security.Schneider Electric delivers integrated security and building management solutions that let you control you...

  Omnicast is a cost-effective solution and has an user-friendly interface Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced that the American Institute of Business (AIB) in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, has installed the state-of-the-art Omnicast video surveillance system to secure the 20-acre campus. AIB, founded in 1921 and the educational home of 900 undergraduate students, found itself in need of a new security solu...

 Sarix TI thermal imaging series sets a new standard a part of a total security solution Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce that its Sarix TI thermal imaging camera systems are showing at this year's ASIS show and will be available Fall 2011. Built on the industry-leading Sarix platform, with built-in analytics and IP capability, the Sarix TI thermal imaging series sets a new standard as part of a total security solution. Available in both fixed and pan/tilt models, Sarix TI...

  Sam Belbina now leads Pelco's security COE and video organization Pelco by Schneider Electric officials have announced that as of July 1, 2011, Sam Belbina, currently Vice President of Systems Integration for the company's East Region, is taking on a new role leading the Security Center of Excellence (COE) and the Video organization. "This will create a team focused on expanding our security capability and value proposition," says James W Sandelin, SVP Schnei...

Pelco by Schneider Electric is excited to announce that it has expanded its line of viewing solutions to include new Narrow Bezel LCD monitors. With full high-definition 1920 x 1080p resolution and edges that range from just 9.6 mm to 17.4 mm, Narrow Bezel monitors can be tiled together easily to create a virtually seamless video wall.Available in 42-, 46- and 55-inch models, these large format displays utilize efficient, low-power components and are Energy Star certified. With high contra...

 Pelco introduced the New Partner Advantage ProgramPelco by Schneider Electric officials announced a new reward program aimed at delivering industry-leading discounts, rebates, training and support to their partners. Company representatives say the program was created to help customers in the U.S. and Canada build their business and increase their profits."We recognize that our success relies heavily on our ability to deliver value to our customers and we are 100% committed to their su...

 Herve Fages, Senior Vice President, Global Product Marketing, Schneider Electric Buildings BusinessPelco by Schneider Electric officials have announced that Herve Fages has been promoted to the position of Senior Vice President, Global Product Marketing, for the Schneider Electric Buildings Business. Fages has been serving as Vice President, Global Product Marketing, Buildings Business for one year, and was previously Pelco Chief Marketing Officer.In this new senior position, Fages is resp...

Security camera systems don't have human intelligence - but intelligent video analytics are the next best thing. Few new technologies have excited the imagination of video security professionals like video analytics. Through constant automated digital screening and filtering, video analytics can identify specific conditions and notify operators of potential issues, allowing security officials to make quick, informed decisions."The greatest value that I see in our analytics has to do with th...

Pelco by Schneider Electric will soon release its first product that conforms to standards developed by the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF), with the release of Digital Sentry video management software version 7.2, scheduled for May 2011. Pelco by Schneider Electric will be demonstrating this new ONVIF 1.02-conformant software during ISC West 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada, in the Pelco booth (#16042) and at the ONVIF Plugfest on Thursday, April 7."This new software release is the lat...

  ISC West 2011 attendance with a ten percent increase to 2010  ISC West, the confirmed largest US security event, concluded last week on a high note with a 10 percent increase in attendance (pending third-party audit results) and an optimistic outlook for the coming year. ISC West, long considered a barometer for the health of the US security industry, offered robust business opportunities for security manufacturers and service providers with representatives from virtually every...

 The funds raised by Security 5K/Mission 500 Charity Run will be channelised to benefit the needy childrenThe second Security 5K/Mission 500 Charity Run in Las Vegas on the second day of ISC West raised more than $80,000 to benefit Mission 500, a charitable organization engaging security professionals to sponsor children in need through the World Vision organization. Proceeds from the April 7th event will sponsor 240 children for a full year - providing food, water, education, healthca...

 Pelco's Spectra HD delivers crystal-clear images via IP for live streaming Leading the security industry with best-in-industry image quality, Pelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new additions to its product line to be exhibited at the ISC West 2011 show in Las Vegas. The following are among the products slated for display at the show (Pelco booth No.16042).Spectra HD Video PTZ High-Speed DomePelco has taken its industry-leading Spectra® PTZ dome into the world of hi...

  Pelco will participate in the ISC West Premier Education seriesPelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce its participation in the ISC West Premier Education Series at the upcoming conference and trade show in Las Vegas. Moses Ramos, Pelco Training Programs Manager, will be one of six panel participants in the session entitled: "VD04: Image Quality Panel III: Analog to IP Boot Camp," to be held on the second day of the show, Thursday, April 7, 2:45PM-4:00PM. &q...

  Pelco and Software House announce  integration of their video surveillance and access control platforms Pelco by Schneider Electric and Software House, a part of Tyco Security Products, are pleased to announce the integration of their two platforms - the Pelco Endura enterprise class video surveillance system and Software House C-CURE 9000 access control and event management solution. The Endura and C-CURE9000 integration combines the strengths of both platforms into a sing...

 Mission 500, a non-profit initiative driven by the security professionals Mission 500, a non-profit initiative driven by the security professionals dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, has announced that Pelco by Schneider Electric will be recognized as the 2011 Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award winner. Additionally, Barbara Holliday of Monitronics will receive the 2011 Mission 500 Humanitarian Award. The Awards will be presented at a...