CCTV


Texas School District Rolls Out IP Video Surveillance

February 20, 2008

LenSec recently announced its selection by Ysleta Independent School District in Texas to provide a district-wide IP video surveillance system for the high school campus network.


New Jersey Mall Uses Wireless Mesh Network To Improve Security

February 20, 2008

Firetide, a developer of wireless mesh and access networks, recently announced that the Livingston Mall in Livingston, N.J., has deployed a Firetide wireless mesh network to improve security at the super-regional shopping center.


Axis Communications Opens Training Center At U.S. Headquarters

February 14, 2008

Axis Communications recently announced that it has opened a new state-of-the-art training center at its U.S. headquarters in Chelmsford, Mass.


IKEA France Uses IP Video In Flagship Store

February 12, 2008

IKEA France Uses IP Video In Flagship Store

IKEA France has invested in a IP video solution for CCTV surveillance in its new 215,000 square foot flagship store in Grenoble.


Pelco, AMAG Technology Partner To Integrate Digital Video, Access Control Systems

January 30, 2008

Pelco and AMAG Technology have partnered to create a complete product integration of video, access control, intrusion and visitor management, biometrics and other security and building management functions.


Halifax Group Announces Acquisition Of North American Video

January 25, 2008

The Halifax Group recently announced the acquisition of North American Video, an integrator of video surveillance and security systems.


North Carolina Casino Expands Video Surveillance

January 22, 2008

Petards Inc. recently announced that Harrah's Cherokee Casino and Hotel in Cherokee, N.C., has once again chosen Petards for video surveillance, and taken delivery of equipment to upgrade and expand its Universal Video Management System (UVMS) capabilities.


Movie Theaters Using DVRs To Catch Action Off-Screen

January 18, 2008

DVRs from Dedicated Micros are playing a role in helping a chain of movie theaters to effectively tackle real-world activities -- away from the larger-than-life figures appearing on the silver screen -- including anti-social behavior, employee theft and the occasional faked slip-and-fall.


Questions & Answers From the Top

By Security Products Staff · January 2008

A conversation with Michael Kaplinsky

Arecont Vision, which was founded in April 2003, lends their expertise to the security market with product development and design of cost-efficient imaging systems for commercial applications. To find out more, we talked to CEO Michael Kaplinsky about his thoughts on trends within the megapixel and camera marketplace.


Always Optimizing

By John Monti · January 2008

Improved image quality for video analytics gets help from wide dynamic range

Video analytics promises to revolutionize the use of security cameras worldwide. For instance, intelligent video solutions are being developed to identify a face from millions of possibilities, pick out a suspect in a crowded stadium, detect a group of potential terrorists or spot suspicious behavior on city streets or in airports.


New Products

Cameras: PTZ

EasyTrak™ PTZ Dome System

• The MS-Z10N/P, EasyTrak™ Mini, and SD-Z35N/P, the EasyTrak™ SD series, are the newest member of NUVICO’s PTZ family. The MS-Z10N/P is equipped with 10x optical zoom and day/night features.

• With 35x optical zoom, day/night capability, WDR, image stabilization and advanced PTZ mechanism, the EasyTrak™ SD series domes are designed for larger and high-end security applications.

Cameras

Outdoor PTZ camera protection

Finally a better way to protect outdoor cameras! Dotworkz introduces D2 Outdoor camera enclosure for PTZ cameras. The D2 has internal space for camera, wireless, power supplies, fiber, video servers, UPS, even small DVR’s. The internal mounting system fits 99% of all IP and analog PTZ cameras on the market. The vandal tough thermoplastic alloy shell is water tight and will not rust or degrade in harsh climates. When combined with the patent pending Cooldome™ option the D2 actively reduces internal temps by 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Options available cooled, heated, or standard. The D2 has been deployed for Cities, Schools and Military applications worldwide. More info is available at www.dotworkz.com

Cameras

Camera

• ViZionCAM-Rx from American Sentry Guard is now available with 10x optical zoom and 8x digital zoom, along with all the signature "Rx" features.

• Additional features include 540 TV-line resolution, super digital noise reductions, mechanical IR cut filter, outdoor bullet or vandal-proof housing, RS-485 control, an OSD menu, dual voltage and a three-year warranty. Like other cameras in the Rx family, it also has see-in-the-dark capability.

Emergency Comm.

Case Study: MITOC

Regardless of the scope and scale, when disaster strikes, first responders need a rapid and effective way to collect and communicate information in the early moments.

Poll

With an estimated security budget of more than $300 million, is the Chinese government doing enough to protect the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing?