Digital video recorders (DVRs) News

SSA-R2000V vandal-resistant proximity/smart card and PIN readerSamsung Techwin America is reaffirming the goals of their Vision 2010 strategic business initiative to firmly establish Samsung as a comprehensive supplier of security systems including video surveillance and access control. In addition to highlighting its broad line of megapixel, IP-based and analog video systems at ASIS 2010, the company is introducing several new video products and unveiling an extensive new access control product...

Together, the two companies offer an enhanced surveillance solution to integratorsFluidmesh Networks, a worldwide leader in wireless IP Backhauling systems on the sub-6.0 GHz range, and MOBOTIX, a global leader in high-resolution IP video security cameras, have entered into a technology partnership. Together, the two companies offer an enhanced solution to integrators. As Cosimo Malesci, Vice President of Channel Sales & Marketing for Fluidmesh explains: "We are partnering with Mobotix...

The cameras have a 4 ~ 9mm lens and are protected from attack by a tough aluminum housing and IP66 domeHigh resolution vandal-resistant colour dome cameras from Rainbow CCTV are being used at a convention centre in Rosemont, a suburb of Chicago. The 550-TV line units have a 4 ~ 9mm lens and are protected from attack by a tough aluminum housing and polycarbonate (IP66) dome. Three hundred and fifty of the cameras have been installed by local integrator Omni-1 Electronics, Inc., with the principal...

The Avigilon HD Surveillance System will go live at the Centre on October 2, 2010 for a football gameAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, announced that the National Centre for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at the University of Southern Mississippi has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System as a permanent laboratory tool for the purpose of studying techniques to mitigate the security risks inherent w...

Spectra HD Video PTZ High-Speed DomePelco by Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new products, which will be exhibited in October at the ASIS International trade show in Dallas, Texas. Show attendees are encouraged to visit the Pelco booth (number 2209) for a chance to win one of three Apple iPads (must be present to win) and to enjoy free refreshments. The following are among the new products slated for display at the show: Camclosure 2 Series Fixed Dome CamerasThe all-new Camcl...

Johnson Control's P2000 Security Management SystemJohnson Controls is exhibiting at the ASIS 2010 show which is taking place from 12 - 15 October in Dallas. Here's what to watch out for at the Johnson Control's booth at ASIS:P2000 Security Management System upgraded (on-site demonstrations)Integrates with IP reader/controllers by ISONAS and HID®Connects to more DVR systems - Milestone, Genetec™, Verint's Nextiva™, and Panasonic®Interfaces with Otis ElevatorTracks and reports...

Real-time digital video surveillance over TCP/IP networksFor most schools, reports of campus shootings from across the country seem a distant nightmare. Sadly, that nightmare became a recurring reality at Grossmont Union School District, an 11 high school system with 24,000 students in San Diego County. In 2001, two separate shooting incidents happened back-to-back over a two-week period. That started Grossmont's search for an economical way to protect their campuses. The district turned to Sony...

Honeywell's programme is designed for dealers with expertise in intrusion, video surveillance and access controlHoneywell has selected Knight Security Systems, Inc. as a Honeywell Authorized Dealer for Commercial Security Systems (CSS). The programme will provide design, installation and support services for the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based integrator, which specialises in the service and maintenance of security, fire, video, access control and other low-voltage systems for both residential an...

March Networks' hybrid recorders, encoders and VMS are deployed in Campbell CountyMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that the government of Campbell County, Wyoming is using the company's VideoSphere® Video Management System (VMS) and Edge encoders, as well as March Networks 4000 C Series hybrid recorders, for integrated security across its facilities. The county's IT department standardized on the solution based on its proven reliab...

The sessions will highlight the effortless integration of powerful video surveillance solutions Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, is joining forces with other leading IP video suppliers to present a series of High Definition IP road shows in six cities in the United States and Canada. Half-day, hands-on sessions will highlight the effortless integration of powerful video surveillance solutions that combine the advantages of megapixel...

The road shows will focus on specific areas of technology, such as IP and analog cameras and DVRsSamsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance products combining superior performance and value, recently launched their 2010 Road Show campaign. The events are half-day sessions which will provide dealers/installers a hands-on opportunity to explore performance, functionality and advantages of the Samsung product line. These sessions will also show attendees how to boost sales and...

There is a growing demand for education on the latest technology innovations in IP surveillanceAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market, shows its commitment to its partners through offering in-depth training at the Axis Communications Academy. The academy is now extending its offering of online courses to anyone who is interested. With the ongoing migration from analog CCTV to IP-based surveillance there is a constant and growing demand for education on the late...

Brickcom and Saimuth will provide high quality surveillance solutions and support for their customersBrickcom Corporation, a rising leader in the IP surveillance industry, and Saimuth Technologies Inc., a leading Canadian distributor of analog and IP CCTV systems, biometric identification and intrusion detection systems, have partnered together to bring Brickcom products to the Canadian market. They will work closely to strongly position Brickcom in the Canadian marketplace and effectively distr...

The white paper is called ‘Lessons on Security Technology in Educational Institutions'Infinova recently released a white paper for the benefit of educational institutions. The white paper is called ‘Lessons on Security Technology in Educational Institutions'. The authors of the white paper are Mark S. Wilson, Vice President, Marketing, Infinova and Mark S. Bennett, CPP, CSC President, MSB Security Consulting, Inc.A summary of the white paper: There are no more important assets than c...

Since 1923, the City of Garland has been providing electric service to its citizens through Garland Power & Light (GP&L), its locally owned and controlled not-for-profit municipal utility. With nearly 68,000 customers, GP&L is the third largest municipal utility in Texas and the 41st largest in the nation.The challengeGP&L needed to enhance  video surveillance protection of its wide-ranging infrastructure and facilities, well beyond the capabilities of the existing analog CC...

Hikvision's 5-megapixel cameras are installed at the gas stationsMegapixel cameras and video compression cards from Hikvision are being used at petrol stations on a major American motorway, the north-south highway ‘US Route 1' in Massachusetts. The filling stations are Gulf, Mobil and Shell outlets on Boston's North Shore.Problems facing management included ‘drive-offs' where motorists fill their tanks without paying, assaults on staff, pilfering from shops on the forecourt and theft...

The new logo of surveillance products maunfacturer, Genetec Inc.Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, announced that its rapid growth and relentless commitment to delivering innovative solutions has led to more global expansion, new product development and the launch of its new corporate image and website. Genetec decided to refresh its visual identity to underscore all the ongoing initiatives that help drive new innovative idea...

Basler's next IP camera generation is equipped with the best CCD sensors with frame rates of up to 100 fpsBasler Vision Technologies will present their new generation of extraordinarily light-sensitive IP cameras at the upcoming ASIS tradeshow. The ASIS show is scheduled to take place from October 12 to 14, 2010 at the Dallas Convention Centre, USA. Basler's next IP camera generation is equipped with the best CCD sensors and provides frame rates of up to 100 fps, currently making the new Ba...

The road shows will focus on specific areas of technology, such as IP cameras, analog cameras and DVRsSamsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance products combining superior performance and value, will take the Samsung Vision 2010 suite of complete video surveillance solutions on the road for the next several months. This series of invitation-only events are aimed at select professional security dealers/installers and will be conducted throughout 22 cities from Boston to Los...

Strategic Operations relies on OnSSI's video management system during an After Action ReviewStrategic Operations, Inc. (ST/OPS) in San Diego is enhancing the effectiveness of their unique tactical military training with OnSSI's IP video software. The company stages military training exercises employing Hollywood-style special effects and actors playing enemy combatants, all captured by 30 cameras set up in a simulated Afghan village. After trainees participate in a complex wartime scenario, Stra...

VideoIQ recorded more than 100 percent sales growth over the same period in 2009VideoIQ®, the leader in video surveillance innovation, announced a record first half of 2010 with more than double the revenue of the first half of 2009. VideoIQ also acquired a record number of customers, ending the period with more than three times the customers as the same time a year ago. VideoIQ's growth was fueled by significant adoption of two new product lines, the iCVR Dome Cameras and iCST family of cam...

The primary purpose of video analytics technologies is to get more value from existing video surveillance investmentsVideo analytics and other "enabling technologies" can sharply reduce per-camera costs for leading companies, according to a report included in the latest Quarterly Research Update from the Security Industry Association (SIA).Among companies identified as having "best-in-class performance" - as determined by data on security-related incidents, human error and st...

OnSSI's Ocularis video management platform integrated with SightLogix intelligent video surveillance camerasOnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, has announced integration of OnSSI's Ocularis video management platform with SightLogix intelligent video surveillance cameras for perimeter security. SightLogix systems combine edge-based video analytics, long and wide-area coverage and GPS target tracking for accurate, cost-effective intrusio...

CCTV images from March Networks' cameras led to the arrest of a man suspected of setting a TTC bus on fireMarch Networks®, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, announced that high-quality surveillance video from its Mobile Solution led Orange County officials to a man suspected in an alleged molestation of a teenage girl on an Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) bus. The successful use of the video evidence marks the third time March Networks technology has been use...

Milestone software and Axis and IQinVision CCTVs are deployed in the city of Dublin, OhioMilestone XProtect™ Enterprise Video Management Software (VMS) provides centralised management for the city of Dublin, Ohio. City management and IT staff built the installation on the unified Milestone platform with its open architecture running on an IT infrastructure. The ease of use for employees has reduced operation costs for the city and the wireless network flexibility helps them manage security...

Barrett-Jackson has deployed about 30 IQeye HD megapixel cameras IQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced that The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, LLC has deployed about 30 IQeye HD megapixel cameras to protect both its headquarters and millions of dollars worth of automobiles on display and as they go on the auction block at its four annual "World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions™&qu...

The training will cover areas ranging from camera recording to monitoring to database storage and retrievalEffective immediately, OnSSI is offering a special promotion on their redesigned Ocularis Certification Training Program. Starting today and continuing through August 31, 2010, single enrolment can be purchased at a significant discount for any of the upcoming classes with this new curriculum held before December 31, 2010. This pre-registration credit may be used for either the ne...

 CCTV specialist AD Group's CEO Mike Newton enjoyed a victory in the Algarve 1000km, Le Mans Series raceOver the weekend, entrepreneur and long-time racing driver Mike Newton, who is CEO of CCTV specialist AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros, secured an impressive victory in the tough six-hour Algarve 1000 km, nighttime, Le Mans Series endurance race alongside Brazilian Tommy Erdos and newly signed co-driver Ben Collins for the RML AD Group team.The win in Portugal behind the...

The IP surveillance training facility is designed to support Axis Communications AcademyAxis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, announced the opening of a new Canadian sales office and IP surveillance solution centre in Canada."Over the last several years we have seen strong and increasing interest in network video products on the Canadian market. Establishing an office and new training centre in Canada is thus a natural step in our expansion plans," sa...

exacq tested the integration between their hybrid server and Arecont Vision's suite of 70+ cameras Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, recently welcomed a team from exacq Technologies to the new Integration MegaLab testing facility at their Glendale, California headquarters. As a member of Arecont Vision's Technology Partner Programme, exacq was granted access to the MegaLab to test the integration with their popular hybrid server and A...