Bill Brennan

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America announces the availability of a new thermal camera solution aimed at helping organizations maintain the health and safety of those entering their facilities. This solution combines MOBOTIX M16/S16 cameras with the functionality of a new plug-in from Panasonic i-PRO's Video Insight video management systems (VMS) to automatically detect when an individual's body temperature exceeds a pre-set threshold and provides an alert to the appropriate personnel. Combined functionality trigger "We are committed to developing and delivering better solutions to help organizations restore and maintain operations during and after the global COVID-19 pandemic," said Bill Brennan, President, Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America."Our new Video Insight plug-in for MOBOTIX offers businesses, schools, retail stores, and other public facilities another tool to keep their staff and guests safe." Panasonic i-PRO's Video Insight VMS plug-in and MOBOTIX thermal cameras combined functionality trigger an alarm when a user-defined, pre-set temperature threshold is detected. The solution can define multiple areas of interest to set up temperature readings and can be set up in either Celsius or Fahrenheit. The system also allows one to edit the temperature threshold and review the detailed thermal readings at any time.

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America announces the introduction of their new body-worn camera for law enforcement applications. Designed to provide officers and agencies with a superior solution for evidence collection and documentation, the new i-PRO BWC4000 features a 12-hour detachable battery that can be swapped quickly in the field with a compact spare. “Our new i-PRO BWC4000 equips law enforcement professionals with the superior video technology they need to help them capture and document evidence and interactions with the public,” said Bill Brennan, President of Panasonic i-PRO. “By extending battery life to 12-hours, law enforcement professionals can maintain their focus on public safety without the distraction of recharging dead batteries on long shifts.” Clear audio recording For crystal clear audio recording, the unit also incorporates four microphones with advanced noise reduction The i-PRO BWC4000 is packed with features to deliver the most dependable and reliable solution for evidence capture and documentation. To facilitate video storage and search, officers can quickly tag videos with essential metadata using a convenient and easy-to-use LCD menu. Recording in the MP4 video file format, the i-PRO BWC4000 offers H.264/H.265 video compression to maximize recording capacity in 1080p, 720p or 360p HD resolution while minimizing bandwidth needs. Recording can be done in either a 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio. Designed to perform in even in the most challenging outdoor environments, the i-PRO BWC4000 is IP67/MIL-STD-810H rated to provide officers with a more reliable way to capture video. For crystal clear audio recording, the unit also incorporates four microphones with advanced noise reduction. Digital evidence management software Hands-free recording activation and the Klick Fast mounting system enable officers to initiate evidence capture swiftly and easily, while the easy-to-read LCD status screen provides detailed verification of battery life, remaining recording capacity, operation mode, status, and more. The i-PRO BWC4000 also offers built-in GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The i-PRO BWC4000 integrates seamlessly with i-PRO’s Unified Digital Evidence management software. It also works in unison with the Arbitrator in-car video system and i-PRO fixed surveillance cameras to form a unified management platform that preserves the chain of custody.

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America is reaffirming its position as a recognized provider of advanced technology solutions for law enforcement applications at IACP 2020 with the introduction of the BWC4000. This new body-worn camera features a unique 12-hour field-swappable battery, providing law enforcement and security officers with extended camera operation without having to deal with cumbersome charging cables. All they need to do is quickly and easily swap a discharged battery with a charged replacement if they remain in the field for more than 12 hours. Law enforcement challenges The new i-PRO BWC4000 also features the ability to quickly tag videos with essential metadata “Panasonic i-PRO is a new highly versatile and agile company structured to establish and implement new innovative technologies and strategies for specific market applications, such as public safety and secure cities, that deliver higher ROI and lower TCO,” said Bill Brennan, President, Panasonic i-PRO. "This represents a significant shift in vision for our organization as demonstrated by the addition of the next generation i-PRO BWC4000 to our continually expanding portfolio of solutions for longstanding and emerging law enforcement challenges.” Fixed-surveillance cameras The new i-PRO BWC4000 also features the ability to quickly tag videos with essential metadata using an easy-to-use LCD menu; MP4 file recording; H.264/H.265 video compression to maximize recording capacity; and 1080p, 720p or 360p HD resolution in either the 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio. For use in harsh conditions, the new BWC4000 is built to the demanding MIL-STD 810H military testing standard with an IP67 weather-resistant rating. For added deployment versatility, the new BWC4000 also offers built-in GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and much more. Part of a comprehensive system solution, the new BWC4000 seamlessly integrates with i-PRO’s Unified Digital Evidence management software. It also works in unison with the Arbitrator in-car video systems and i-PRO’s fixed-surveillance cameras to form a unified evidence management platform that preserves the chain of custody.

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America, formerly Panasonic Security Group in the U.S. and now branded as i-PRO, is launching its new series of surveillance cameras with artificial intelligence (AI) engines. The new i-PRO X-Series enable analytical applications on the network edge, further optimizing performance, system bandwidth and storage requirements. “Our new i-PRO X-Series take imaging to a whole new level by providing intelligent video analytics at the edge while maximizing network and bandwidth efficiencies,” said Bill Brennan, President, Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Corporation of America. “The introduction of these intelligent edge devices is indicative of the new direction we are taking with the formation of our new company, i-PRO, to deliver proactive security with cutting-edge technology.” Optimize video compression A new software development kit (SDK) is also available for third parties to develop compatible software The new i-PRO X-Series employ an AI engine with on-board analytics to detect suspicious changes in scenes, automatically adjust image settings of the scene being analyzed, and optimize video compression to conserve network bandwidth and server storage capacities. The new cameras can install up to three video analytics applications, with two applications available in July. The two analytics now available include: Intrusion Detection, capable of detecting any human, vehicle, two-wheel motorcycle or bicycle; and Privacy Masking to detect and recognize human figures in a video scene and pixelate their figures or faces for privacy protection. A new software development kit (SDK) is also available for third parties to develop compatible software. Outdoor vandal-resistant dome The new i-PRO Extreme X-Series includes six new models with 5MP or 4K resolutions in indoor and outdoor vandal-resistant dome or box configurations. The 5MP models will be available in August, and the 4K models will be released in October. Additionally, the new cameras are bundled with i-PRO Video Insight 7.7 VMS software and feature a five-year warranty.