The Siqura® FD27 from Optelecom-NKF is an inconspicuous, indoor, fixed-dome IP camera that easily blends into its background, making it highly suitable for applications such as stores, schools, airports, or bus, metro, and train stations. With dimensions of just 4.2 inch (10.7 cm) in diameter and 1.9 inch (4.7 cm) in height, the Siqura FD27 goes unnoticed while still providing high-quality video for any surveillance center. The FD27 uses a 1.3 megapixel, light-sensitive chip to ensure detailed pictures, even in dim conditions. The camera's backlight compensation feature always keeps critical areas of the image clearly visible. The FD27 is also capable of dual streaming at high frame rates in both MPEG-4 and MJPEG, providing flexible live monitoring and recording options. Additionally, the FD27 discreetly contains a microphone, which allows operators to aurally monitor an area over an integrated audio channel. Like the other Siqura FD cameras, the FD27 includes a tampering alarm as well as a configurable privacy mask feature.The Siqura camera line currently consists of box, fixed-dome, and PTZ dome cameras for both indoor and outdoor use. Siqura cameras boast features such as backlight compensation, day/night (IR cut filter), wide dynamic range, image stabilization, megapixel resolutions, dual streaming, and Power over Ethernet (PoE).For more information on Siqura surveillance solutions visit the Optelecom-NKF web site.

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Two new video encoders, the C620E and S620E, from TKH Security Solutions now offer dual H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and/or MJPEG streaming in addition to ONVIF Profile S compatibility. Each encoder is optimized for a specific security application and their multistreaming capability streamlines IP migration paths in existing CCTV systems. Reuse the legacy infrastructure The C620E and S620E video encoders can integrate into any existing CCTV system to allow users to benefit from IP technology while making use of legacy systems. Each encoder is available with an optional pluggable SFP slot in addition to the standard RJ-45 connector interface. This makes it possible to stream Ethernet signals over Cat 5, coax, or fiber optic cabling when used in combination with the Siqura XSNet SFP for either multimode or single-mode connections or with the Siqura ECO Plug for Ethernet over Coax. Based on open standards Each encoder conforms fully to ONVIF Profile S, which details the ONVIF streaming requirements. This means that each Siqura encoder supports video streaming, PTZ control, audio streaming, NTP, and relay outputs according to the ONVIF standard. By ensuring its Siqura products conform to ONVIF Profile S, TKH Security Solutions offers customers the ability to select the products that best suit their specific project requirements. For a complete list of Profile S-conformant Siqura products, please visit: http://www.onvif.org/Default.aspx?TabID=157&CompanyID=15658&Type=1 For more information about ONVIF, please see the ONVIF white paper from TKH Security Solutions: http://www.siqura.com/Optelecom_c01/default.asp?comid=6&modid=287&itemid=0  Hardened for harsh environments The C620E is NEMA TS-2 certified. This ensures that it is capable of operating optimally in extreme temperatures and despite mechanical disturbances. The NEMA TS-2 certification is a prevalent standard in the United States and is issued by the National Technical Systems (NTS), which works to guarantee that safer and sturdier security solutions are available for the transportation industry.

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The Siqura HD18EXP is designed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and harsh environmental conditions. The camera housing is manufactured completely from Stainless Steel 316 which is ideally suited for use within the offshore and onshore environments. The HD18EXP provides automatic day/night functionality, for use in low light situations. Backlight compensation enhances image visibility in difficult lighting conditions.

At the IFSEC show in Birmingham, Siqura will introduce an extensive line-up of IP and analog cameras, a total of 21 to be exact, and its newest encoder, the S-44 E-MC.  The new Siqura® cameras will come in both analog and IP formats with a wide range of features in both. The introduction of these cameras strengthens Siqura's position as a leading force in the global IP Surveillance market, enhancing the company's reputation as an innovator of networked video solutions and game-changing video codecs and network video recorders. In addition to features such as Power over Ethernet, Lux ratings of 0.05, and two-way audio, the new Siqura cameras boast standards setting Wide Dynamic Range and Image Stabilisation.  Wide Dynamic Range is offered in all four form factors; box, fixed, mini, and high-speed dome, allowing you to pull the smallest detail from scenes where there is dramatic contrast such as a sun drenched background and a shadowy foreground.  Couple this with Image Stabilisation and you have a surveillance camera that will provide crisp, sharp images regardless of lighting or wind load. With its introduction of the Siqura® S-44 E-MC (Multi-Codec) encoder, Siqura raises the bar for quality and features.  The S-44 E-MC, boasting 4 video processors, can take 4 analog video (NTSC/PAL) inputs and convert them to MPEG-2, MPEG-4 and MJPEG concurrently.  In effect, for each video signal in, you can stream to different unicast and/or multicast destinations, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and MJPEG, all at different frame rates and resolutions.  With the introduction of the Siqura® line, Siqura goes one step further by adopting a philosophy and architecture of open, standards based, communications protocol.  This makes integration with third party applications such as analytics and management software relatively fast and painless.

Rain or shine, the Siqura® HD1xA camera series provides a suitable solution for any application. This high-speed dome (HD) camera line comprises three pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) cameras, the indoor HD10A and the outdoor HD12A and HD16A WDR. Each model offers an array of features that make an HD1xA camera a valuable addition to any surveillance system.True to their name, the HD1xA cameras can move to predefined preset positions at impressive speeds of up to 400° per second. Through their 26x or 35x autofocus zoom lens with 12x digital zoom, these Siqura cameras make precision and expediency a priority. Furthermore, the HD1xA series supports an array control protocols, making these units compatible with a wide range of control systems.Since surveillance conditions can vary widely even for just one camera, the HD1xA series also includes day/night (IR-cut filter) and backlight compensation as standard features that can be applied manually or automatically when lighting conditions require it. Additionally, each camera in this series comes with wide dynamic range (WDR) functionality to ensure excellent video quality, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Moreover, the HD16A WDR cameras have a built-in image stabiliser to prevent vibrations from disrupting a camera view or footage, such as those caused by wind in pole-mount installations.With up to 24 privacy masks, sensitive areas can be protected in wide variety of systems, such as in city center or retail installations. A set of contact closure alarms allow for a number of different triggered reactions, such as moving to a preset position or carrying out a cruise tour.These high-speed cameras are also part of the Siqura product line, an extensive collection of video surveillance equipment offering complete solutions and reputed for quality and reliability.The complete list of the Siqura HD1xA specifications can be found at http://www.optelecom-nkf.com/.

As a contributing member and strong supporter of ONVIF, TKH Security Solutions has successfully implemented ONVIF Profile S in its Siqura IP cameras and video encoders, thereby simplifying their effective incorporation into third-party systems. Profile S comprises all the streaming requirements across each ONVIF version point and is the first in a series of profiles that enable users to more easily determine the compatibility of ONVIF-compliant equipment. Seamless integration guaranteed By ensuring its Siqura solutions conform to ONVIF Profile S, TKH Security Solutions guarantees that its Siqura IP devices integrate seamlessly with third-party products that comply with the ONVIF Profile S specification. Siqura cameras and codecs now support video streaming, PTZ control, audio streaming, NTP, and relay outputs according to the ONVIF standard. This offers customers the ability to select the products that best suit their specific project requirements. Stricter requirements for ONVIF compliancy The ONVIF standard has a number of different versions that contain various features. Since the features required to integrate a system for a particular purpose are not necessarily part of the same version, ONVIF reorganized its version specifications into profiles, each of which covers a specific task; for example, Profile S contains streaming requirements while Profile G and Profile C cover the storage and access control features, respectively. The ONVIF test tool has also been adjusted to more accurately certify products that are compliant with a certain profile. Profile S sets strict guidelines for the common components that are shared by ONVIF-compliant devices (e.g., cameras and codecs) and client programs (e.g., management software). It defines how these products must send, configure, request, or control media streaming over an IP network. Ultimately, this facilitates the efforts of manufacturers, systems integrators, and users to more effectively streamline and implement integrated systems based on open standards. View a complete list of Profile S-conformant Siqura productsFor more information about ONVIF, please see the ONVIF white paper from TKH Security Solutions

The new Siqura 820 IP camera line from TKH Security Solutions provides a complete range of full high definition (HD) IP box, fixed dome, and PTZ dome cameras that are designed for optimal performance and ease of use. A selection of the cameras included in the series is detailed below. Fixed domes with motorised lenses To facilitate installation, the FD820M1 and FD820M1IR fixed dome cameras are equipped with a motorized lens to easily and remotely adjust the right angle view and focus images. Through the intuitive Web-based user interface, operators can literally focus cameras wherever they happen to be installed simply by pushing a button. All-inclusive box camera for immediate outdoor installation The BL820M1IR is a full HD IP box camera with built-in IR-lighting in a robust housing for immediate use in outdoor installations. This fully self-sufficient model incorporates cable management, heating, sunshield, IR illuminator, and motorized lens into a single compact unit, making it easy and efficient to install anywhere and to start using right away. High-definition IP box camera with integrated optics The integrated optics in the BC820H1 allows operators to adjust the 18x optical zoom and autofocus of this full HD IP camera from any location on the network, thereby streamlining installation and operation while improving the overall performance of the surveillance system.

The Siqura HD62 ensures excellent pictures even in the most difficult circumstances by offering features like day/night and digital slow shutter.

Rain or shine, the Siqura® HD6x camera series provides a suitable solution for any application. This high-speed dome (HD) camera line comprises three pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) IP cameras, the indoor HD60 and the outdoor HD62 and HD66 WDR. All of the HD6x cameras support open streaming architecture (OSA) for easy integration with video management systems. Each model offers an array of features that make an HD6x camera a valuable addition to any surveillance systfem.The HD6x cameras support H.264 streaming in addition to MPEG-4 and MJPEG dual streaming. This flexibility in compression standards makes it easy for HD6x series cameras to offer the best quality video while at the same time streamlining network performance. True to their name, the HD6x cameras can move to predefined preset positions at impressive speeds of up to 400° per second. With the HD6x cameras, PTZ coordinate positions can be queried or set through the OSA application programming interface (API). Through their 26x or 35x autofocus zoom lens with 12x digital zoom, these Siqura cameras make precision and expediency a priority. Furthermore, the HD6x series comes with an easy-to-use, web-based user interface, allowing users to configure them or view video streams from a PC or even via handheld devices, such as PDAs.Since surveillance conditions can vary widely even for just one camera, the HD6x series also includes day/night (IR-cut filter) and backlight compensation as standard features that can be applied manually or automatically when lighting conditions require it. The HD66 WDR comes with wide dynamic range functionality to ensure excellent video quality, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Moreover, all the HD66 WDR cameras have a built-in image stabiliser to prevent vibrations from disrupting a camera view or footage, such as those caused by wind in pole-mount installations.Additionally, these high-speed cameras are part of the Siqura product line, an extensive collection of video surveillance equipment offering complete solutions and reputed for quality and reliability.

The Siqura IP PTZ camera line includes a flexible SFP interface for directly connecting to a fiber optic network. This feature simplifies both the setup and maintenance of camera installations where a fiber network is utilized to overcome long-distance limitations. Award-winning direct-to-fiber IP PTZ camera Due to the reliable and secure nature of fiber optic networks, Siqura is now offering its IP PTZ dome cameras with a plug-and-play fiber optic connector option. This feature simplifies the setup, maintenance, and appearance of camera installations where a fiber network is utilized to overcome long-distance limitations. At the ISC West 2011 trade show in April, these pioneering new cameras won the New Product Showcase award for the best IP camera in video surveillance. The New Product Showcase (NPS) is an awards programme established by the Security Industry Association to recognize innovative products, services, and solutions in electronic physical security. Technologies showcased through this program are used in the protection of life and property in residential, commercial, and institutional settings. Improve quality while reducing costs There are few media available in the video surveillance industry that improve image quality while at the same time reducing costs. Yet fiber optic networks do just that. They also maintain the integrity of signals over longer distances and offer more bandwidth than twisted-pair or coax cables. Not to mention that fibre cabling is impervious to electromagnetic interference, such as that caused by high-voltage power lines and lightning. Due to the ubiquitous nature and the advantages of fiber optic networks, as well as the current migration from analog to IP streaming, Siqura is now offering its Siqura IP PTZ dome cameras with a fibre optic connector option. With a flexible SFP interface built into the PTZ body, a wide range of single mode, multimode, and CDWM modules can be used and an impressive range of mounting options are available. “Network equipment being developed today needs to be able to handle IP traffic, regardless of the medium connecting it to the network,” said Roger Decker, Director of Solutions and Marketing at Siqura. “That is why Siqura recently developed five new IP PTZ dome cameras that can connect directly to a fixed network or wireless bridge via either twisted-pair or fiber optic cabling. We want customers to be able to select hardware based on its ability to withstand variances on the network and to provide high-quality streams.” A solution for every situation This new camera line consists of five cameras, each optimized for its application, with indoor, outdoor, compact (MSD), and high-speed (HSD) dome camera options. Each camera is capable of quad-streaming, supporting dual H.264 streams in addition to highly configurable MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and MJPEG. This flexibility in compression standards makes it easy for these Siqura cameras to offer the best quality video while at the same time streamlining network performance. All the Siqura cameras are designed to comply with worldwide adopted standards and are tested with leading VMS vendors. This makes it possible to query or set PTZ coordinate positions or to integrate Siqura cameras into third-party systems. Furthermore, the new Siqura IP PTZ camera line comes with an easy-to-use, access-controlled, Web-based user interface, allowing users to configure or view video streams from a PC or even via handheld devices, such as PDAs. Since surveillance conditions can vary widely even for just one camera, this Siqura IP PTZ camera series also includes a day/night (IR-cut filter) and backlight compensation as standard features that can be applied manually or automatically when lighting conditions require it. The wide dynamic range functionality ensures excellent video quality, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Additionally, the Siqura HSD and MSD cameras are part of the Siqura product line, an extensive collection of video surveillance equipment offering complete solutions and reputed for quality and reliability.

Siqura VMS Pro is a multi-server and multi-user IP video recording software solution that runs on a standard Windows PC. It contains all the functionalities of any professional network video recording (NVR) solution, such as continuous 24/7 recording, real-time monitoring, playback of recorded video, and intelligent motion detection. The software is suitable for demanding video surveillance in larger geographical areas or at sites that need and use many cameras and where multiple viewing workstations are needed. Siqura VMS Pro allows up to 20 servers and 640 of channels to be combined into one larger system. The level of flexibility and scalability that Siqura VMS Pro offers makes it the perfect solution for an organization's IP video surveillance needs. It is not only a great solution for today, but it is also a secure solution for tomorrow, a solution that grows with your organization and that you can easily expand to accommodate future needs.

Siqura VMS Plus is a single-server and single-user IP video recording software solution that runs on a standard Windows PC. It contains all the functionalities of any professional network video recording (NVR) solution, such as continuous 24/7 recording, real-time monitoring, playback of recorded video, and intelligent motion detection. The software is suitable for video surveillance in an area or a building that can be monitered by up to 32 cameras. It is an ideal entry-level package for retail and small business customers thanks to its rich set of features, advanced functionality, and compelling low total cost of ownership.

DIVA, an IP-based video management solution, adds intelligence and comfort to video surveillance and monitoring. Next to the full-featured live-viewing and playback user-interface, DIVA offers built-in intelligence for facial recognition and license plate recognition for security applications. In combination with Siqura’s IP cameras and codecs, DIVA offers the perfect solution for a wide range of situations, including perimeter security, homeland security, theft/vandalism prevention, and intrusion detection. Adapting to the application DIVA is one of the most flexible VMS solutions available. Whether it’s a small operation of ten streams or a complex network of well over 1000 cameras, DIVA successfully manages the network and applies analytics algorithms to detect and recognize faces and license plates. Since operators often require different features and functionalities, it is possible to configure the DIVA user-interface and video wall layout to fit the needs of each specific user profile. This ensures that those using DIVA have an accessible and user-friendly application at their finger-tips. Easy integration It is easy to integrate DIVA with third-party systems. Besides supporting a wide range of subsystems, including access control, data synchronization, intrusion, and building management, DIVA provides flexible XML data output to communicate its events to third-party applications. Furthermore, DIVA can integrate with a matrix switch to provide a hybrid solution. This ultimately facilitates the migration from existing analog infrastructure to an IP installation. Guaranteed availability DIVA’s failover server ensures the reliability and availability of the entire system It monitors a specified list of servers. If no response is received from one of the servers, the failover server takes on the settings of that server and starts to function as that server. Several failover servers can be defined to monitor different groups of active servers. Additionally, DIVA monitors the position and image quality of connected cameras to verify the effectiveness of the applied analytics. This ultimately provides users with a truly complete management system that guarantees the dependability of the surveillance solution.

A complete video surveillance system at a glance TKH Security Solutions' DIVA is an IP-based video management system equipped with an array of video analytics for detecting and classifying objects, including faces and license plates. Since operators often require different features and functionalities, it is possible to configure the DIVA user-interface and video wall layout to fit the needs of each specific user profile. Moreover, DIVA’s failover server monitors a specified list of servers. If no response is received from one of the servers, the failover server takes on the settings of that server and starts to function as that server. Several failover servers can be defined to monitor different groups of active servers, ultimately guaranteeing the reliability and availability of the entire system. Only one camera streams Ethernet signals directly over coax, fiber, or Cat 5 The recently released Siqura BC620WDR from TKH Security Solutions is the only camera on the market that offers an integrated adaptor for Ethernet over coax, in addition to interface options for streaming IP directly over fiber optic or Cat 5 cables. Additionally, the BC620WDR contains the Seawolf DPS image sensor from Pixim, which processes each pixel individually. This ensures extremely clear images in outdoor applications and difficult lighting situations, where, for example, sun reflections might obstruct monitoring and analytics. Based on an advanced new platform that puts entire video analytics and multistream encoding systems in stand-alone devices at the edge of the network, the BC620WDR innovatively meets the industry-wide demand to upgrade legacy systems. At the ISC West 2012 trade show, the BC620WDR received the New Product Showcase Judges’ Choice Award, a highly coveted product recognition award from the Security Industry Association. SIA NPS selected the Siqura BC620WDR for this reputable award due to its unique approach to a security solution. “The Siqura BC620WDR from TKH Security Solutions is a great example of bringing innovation to the marketplace,” said SIA NPS Chair Jennifer Martin. Centralised security management solution An iProtect™ Security Management System from TKH Security Solutions offers a highly reliable and fully integrated Web-based security management system for access control, camera surveillance, intrusion detection, parking management, intercom communication, and time and attendance registration. Users can manage their iProtect™ system from anywhere in the world using a personalized user interface via a standard Web browser. Using the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) protocol, iProtect™ encrypts the data traffic between the system hub and the workstations, thereby ensuring the safety of the system and all its material. Security management based on market standards TKH Security Solutions has also introduced Fore!, a fully integrated security management system for access control, camera surveillance, and intercom communication. Fore! is based on the ONVIF, Wiegand, and SIP standards, thereby making it possible to automatically detect devices on the network. Fore! also allows users to access the client application via mobile devices, such as a tablet, PC, or smartphone. Fore! is a software-only solution, ensuring that it is easy to install, configure, and use. Customized access control Sirius offers an access control solution that ensures reliable and scalable systems. In addition to automatic visitor registration, attendance reports, and verifiable entrance badges, Sirius includes features such as interactive maps and timed anti-pass-back security cards. The Sirius access control solution grants access to a maximum of 100,000 people using an unlimited number of readers. At IFSEC, TKH Security Solutions introduced a new product line of innovative card readers and a full range of mechanical access solutions. The new card readers are NFC compatible, consume very little energy, and include a unique power management functionality. Vertical-specific security software With legacy alarm and communication systems in place all over the world, there is a high demand for customized software that can centralize a security system as well as facilitate system upgrades. TKH Security Solutions offers FlinQ, a software interface program that is tailored to specific market verticals, including critical infrastructure and financial applications. FlinQ provides a scalable and modular solution based on open standards, allowing users to select only the system components they need and to easily integrate their software package into existing networks. Besides multi-touch and multi-lingual options for easy interaction with the user interface, FlinQ also supports remote access via mobile devices, so users can manage their system anywhere, anytime. Ultimately, FlinQ builds bridges between users and their diverse networks comprising access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and intercom communication equipment and puts security systems on the right track to start integrating and utilizing the latest IP security technologies.