Monitoring

Hands Up

By Tom Barry · March 2007

Security technology protecting banks has taken big steps

Hands Up

Today, three out of four bank robbers are caught within 18 months of their crime. FBI and local law enforcement efforts are aided by financial institutions using current technological advancements along with specialized training and practices by bank employees.


An Eye On It All

By Bill Fitzhenry · February 2007

Online monitoring services lead to increased security, real-time access to information

An Eye On It All

IN an age when the need for increased security services is at an all-time high, managing security information has become more efficient, flexible and powerful.


Bursting Out

By Michael J. Joseph · February 2007

Technology explosion has allowed advances, price reductions for hardware, but more open doors for dealers

Bursting Out

THE past year has seen an explosion of technology in the world of video surveillance. Industry professionals have been selling video technology for years, but the recent advances in technology and price reductions in hardware have opened the door for more dealers to get involved with video sales.


Editor's Note for Monitoring Supplement

By Ralph C Jensen · February 2007

Monitoring Rx

Just when you think technology has hit the apex, another pinnacle of knowledge is thrown into the mix, and the latest and greatest becomes the next generation. The same is true for monitoring.


On Alert

By Brooks McChesney · January 2007

Video surveillance, analytics used to help secure petroleum infrastructure

SECURING the flow of oil from offshore platforms, land-based drilling rigs and pumping stations across miles of pipeline and infrastructure is a top priority for the government and the petroleum industry.


Right On Track

By Mike Hammons · January 2007

Identifying cargo through asset tracking technologies helps shippers comply with federal mandates

SEPTEMBER 2006 marked the fifth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center, sparking widespread debate on whether the United States is any safer today than it was on that fateful day in 2001. Since 9/11, much has been done to promote greater vigilance of both foreign and homegrown terrorist activities. But until another successful or unsuccessful terrorist attack, the nation may never know the complete answer.


Fusion Frenzy

By Yotam Margalit · January 2007

Combined sensor technology to help airport security

U.S. airports with one or more checkpoint areas, security officials have probably never thought of themselves as ID managers.


First-Class Upgrade

By Jeff Brummet · January 2007

Airport video surveillance needs to improve in four areas

First-Class Upgrade

PROVIDING adequate airport security has become an ongoing debate of national importance after being plunged into a post-9/11 world. Who can forget the eerie sight of an empty sky during the immediate days following the infamous attack in the nation's history.


Speaking Encode

By Del V. Salvi · January 2007

Modules used to help integrate legacy systems iwth IP devices see sharp rise in popularity

TODAY'S world is faced with every-evolving technologies -- a world of ones and zeroes. Digital communication and storage networks have greatly facilitated access to information in every technology sector, and video security is no exception.


A Hard-Learned Lesson

By Brian Bray · October 2006

Cost-effective system is part of a larger plan to modify school culture

DO not let the semi-rural setting fool you. Lebanon High School in Oregon, with 1,250 students, grapples with the same problems that plague large, inner-city schools.


New Products

Digital Video Surveillance (IP)

Video Monitoring

• American Sentry Guard has recently released its video monitoring center package for central or video monitoring stations.
• The package is designed to handle thousands of cameras with built-in redundancy.
• Integration with access control and security alarm systems is available as part of the set up process.

Access Control

Key Fob

Digital Monitoring Products’ 1100 series two-way, wireless key fob support is now available for XRSuper6, XR20 and XR40 control panels, permitting up to eight, 1100 series key fobs per panel for code-free system control. Available in three versions, the wireless key fobs have nine programming options and an LED that immediately confirms the system has been armed or disarmed or that a panic signal has been sent.

Digital Video Recorders (DVRs)

Video Server

GeoVision’s newly introduced GV-Video Server is an advanced video converter that digitizes analog video signals and sends the information over an IP network. The GV-Video Server is designed to simplify live monitoring, configuration and system control. The user-friendly interface allows Web browser access and provides smart and scalable monitoring. Remote surveillance is implemented via 3GPP, IE browser and GV-MultiView.

New Video

Safe and Secure TV

Click here to view the latest collaboration between Security Products and the Safe and Secure TV Channel.

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

Is anonymous Web browsing, such as that offered by Microsoft's newest browser, a good idea?