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10 IQeye megapixel cameras with Milestone's IP software ensure that the Saloon runs smoothly during the RallyIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced that Michael Ballard's Full Throttle Saloon, the epicentre of the world-famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, has deployed a mix of IQeye cameras for security and surveillance at this high-volume cash operation. The integrator for the unique installation is Spearfish, South Dakota-based Clearwater Security and Investigations.With over 30,000 visitors daily, the Full Throttle Saloon is the place to be during the Sturgis Rally in South Dakota each year. This year's 70th Sturgis Rally will be held August 9-15, and the Full Throttle's 300 employees, including 100+ bartenders, can focus on keeping their thousands of customers happy while Clearwater and IQinVision take care of minding the cash and recording any patrons that might want to celebrate a bit too much.Jeff Haasb, owner of Clearwater Security and Investigations, and his team of security experts have an arsenal of tools deployed at the Full Throttle that are more powerful than some of the casinos in Las Vegas: "Using cutting-edge surveillance cameras from IQinVision has made our daunting task much easier. Imagine trying to keep an eye on 30,000 visitors and 100 bartenders. You have got to follow the cash, each transaction, and make sure that Ballard's money stays where it's supposed to stay."Amazingly, 10 IQeyes - six Mini Domes, three Alliance domes, and a single Sentinel - are all that are needed to do the job of protecting people, cash, and all other assets during the week-long celebration and for the rest of the year. Managing high-performance HD megapixel network cameras can be a challenge without the right software, so Haasb chose Milestone Open Platform IP management software to ensure he gets the best from the IQeye cameras. IQeye HD megapixel cameras help to keep an eye on 30,000 visitors and 100 bartenders during the RallyHaasb's been impressed with the system's functionality: "With IQinVision's Alliance Series megapixel cameras, we are able to digitally pan, tilt, and zoom in so close that we can literally count each bill that is placed in the cash register." In addition to closely monitoring the saloon's high-volume cash transaction areas, this year Haasb has added cameras to other sensitive areas like the Full Throttle Saloon Bank, which allows his team to monitor the cash as it makes its way through thousands of bar patrons, to the teller, and into the vault."The new cameras we have deployed this year in the bank will allow us to count each bill, track what the teller is entering into the bank's computer system, and observe the teller place each cash register's net deposit in the vault," Haasb explained. The Full Throttle Saloon stores over 10 terabytes of video, and it can be recalled as necessary for law enforcement, internal documentation, and/or insurance purposes. Full Throttle's owner has been pleased with the increased level of protection his system provides. "Four out of five businesses go out of business because of theft, and bars are close to the top of the list. This system is well worth the investment - it has paid for itself each year," commented Michael Ballard. Managing the massive crowds at the Full Throttle Saloon is also an important security system objective. "With our IQeye cameras, we are able to detect problems a lot of times before they even start," said Haasb. This critical addition to standard bar security enables ground security staff to respond faster and make necessary interventions before problems erupt, leading to a safer, more enjoyable, rally experience for all."I remember my first Sturgis Rally in 1978," recalled Mark Nazarenus, IQinVision Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. "It's amazing to see how much this event has grown. In 1978, we were just hoping there would be enough outhouses. Now, the Full Throttle Saloon is utilising our leading-edge surveillance technology to keep watch over all the festivities. We are pleased that IQinVision is central to the security solution that helps makes this event safer for everyone."

The clientTamworth is located 23 kilometres north-east of Birmingham. It has a resident population of approximately 80,000 but also attracts a large number of visitors wishing to enjoy the Town's restaurants, shops and tourist attractions including Tamworth Castle. The Council considers the security of its residents to be of paramount importance and has also looked to provide a safe environment for people who visit the Town Centre. There is therefore a zero tolerance attitude to anti-social behaviour, vandalism and theft. With this in mind, the Council invested in a CCTV system some years ago which could monitor activity 24/7 within the Town Centre.The existing CCTV system comprised 77 cameras which were all wired directly to the Town's control room where they were recorded for twelve hours a day on analogue VCRs. The challenge"Our old analogue based CCTV system had done a good job over the years but it was clear that we were missing out on the advantages that the latest advances in digital and IP network based CCTV technology could deliver," said Larry Phillips, Tamworth Borough Council's CCTV Control Manager. "The challenge for us was how to upgrade the system within the confines of a limited capital budget. Whilst we would naturally have preferred to have everything in place from day one, the sensible approach was to look to work with a manufacturer that had a system architecture which would allow us to take a phased approach to the introduction of new technology."  The expertise of Larry Phillips and his colleagues in the implementation and management of CCTV had already been recognised by the CCTV Users Group with the presentation of the 2009 CCTV Team of the Year Award and the CCTV Management and Innovation Award.One of the Council's objectives was to look at utilising rapid deployment cameras rather than just add more fixed cameras and an IP based system offered the option to do this cost-effectively. "We certainly needed to move away from the process which involved recording onto tapes and having to change them on a regular basis. More importantly, we wanted to increase the effectiveness of our CCTV system by improving image quality and have additional flexibility as to where live or recorded images could be viewed," added Larry Phillips.The evaluation processWorking closely with Paul Smith and David Bromley, ADT's Technical Support Engineers, and Account Manager Chris Neville, Larry Phillips and his colleagues took a long hard look at ten different manufacturers to see who could provide a complete solution. "We got down to a short list of three manufacturers who on paper seemed to provide the best options and then asked each to provide samples of their digital video recorders so that we could evaluate which combination would best match our requirements," said Larry Phillips. ViconNet makes it easier to monitor and control Tamworth's 59 analogue and 18 IP cameras  Each of the three manufacturers' proposed solutions were evaluated for the quality of the images that could be recorded in different environments and lighting conditions at varying frame rates. Additionally, the ease with which recorded incidents could be retrieved and backed up was part of the test criteria, as was overall operator friendliness. Recording tests were conducted at 4, 8 and 16 frames per second, as well as in real- time. "The tests clearly showed that Vicon could provide the best solution and was able to meet all of our specifications - and in some respects exceed them. The ability to almost instantaneously view footage of an incident that has just happened, for example, is something that some other manufacturers could not offer and yet we could see would be an extremely valuable feature in helping our operators make quick and effective decisions. The time we put into the test process was worthwhile allowing us to be confident that we had made the right decision as to which manufacturer we should work with. In this respect we have to have to express our gratitude to Paul Smith and David Bromley as well as the Vicon team for their help in this process, as well as for the help in the planning and design of the upgrade solution," said Larry Phillips. The solutionWith only limited funds immediately available, Tamworth Borough Council decided on a phased approach that would eventually lead to the Town Centre having a comprehensive CCTV system which capitalised on the very latest technology. The priority was to provide control room operators with an easy to use system that delivered high quality images at the required frame rates for any given situation.Phase 1 started the process of upgrading from analogue to a network-based video management CCTV solution. It involved the installation of a Vicon Kollector recording platform with an external RAID5 array to record and store images being observed on the control room's four spot monitors. As well as recording and storing high quality video at frame rates to meet the client's demanding specification, the Kollector is also able to provide functionality which could not be achieved by the previously installed analogue recording equipment. The Kollector can be used as a workstation allowing authorised users from anywhere on the network to view live images or retrieve recorded video. In addition to the instant ten second playback of an incident, the Kollector Pro also has a Smart Search function allowing hours of video to be scanned in minutes in search of specific events.Phase 2 saw the installation of two further Kollector recorders to further add to the recording capacity of the system. Phase 3, which has just been completed, involves the provision of a Vicon ViconNet workstation designed to make it much easier for control room operators to monitor and control the Tamworth's 59 analogue cameras and 18 IP cameras. In addition, Vicon SVFT fully functional domes with integral IP cards have been installed at various locations surrounding the town. Images from these dome cameras are transmitted via a wireless link to the control room.Phase 4, to be completed during 2010, will see the provision of additional Vicon vandal resistant domes which can, if required, be rapidly deployed at identified crime hotspots throughout the Town Centre. ‘Duct feet' allow the domes to be put in place quickly or moved to another location and in order to keep costs to a minimum, images from the dome will be transmitted to the control room over a wireless link system to be installed by ADT.The benefits"Vicon and ADT have worked very well with us as a team to ensure that this phased approach has been affordable. By the end of 2010 it will provide us with a CCTV system which gives our operators an essential tool to make quick and effective decisions should an incident or emergency occur," concluded Larry Phillips. "Most importantly the design of the system provides us with the ability to expand the system as and when the need arises."

The Slovak football association has recommended the IQeye video surveillance system for all 18 stadiumsIQinVision, market leader in high-performance HD megapixel network cameras, smart IP cameras, and network video recording systems, announced that, in cooperation with Slovak T-Com, IQinVision HD megapixel cameras are being installed in multiple football (soccer) stadiums throughout Slovakia to combat against "hooligan" violence and create a safer, more enjoyable atmosphere for all who attend football matches. The integrator for this on-going project is Siemens, with custom software provided by Canex Connections.  Thus far, three Slovakian stadiums have installed between 12 and 16 IQeye Alliance cameras at each location to provide panoramic views of all seating terrace areas. Two more stadiums are scheduled to install the same array of IQeye cameras located in approximately six metal cylinders in the infield of each stadium and trained on the seating areas. There are 13 more stadiums considering installation of the same system utilising IQeye HD megapixel technology. Security forces monitor activity in the stadiums from a central control room, where they use the cWatch Stadium Monitor System (from Canex Connections), an advanced new touch-screen control system to monitor camera images, zoom in to quickly and easily identify trouble-makers, and then immediately intervene to stop potential incidents. According to experts, the camera system meets the strictest standards of the European Union (EU). Since August 2009, at least six separate incidents have been observed by the new systems and security forces and/or police have intervened to stop incidents and, when appropriate, prosecute wrong-doers. Incidents have included fights, lighting seats on fire, and burning flags. The newly-installed solution has been welcomed by the highest representatives of Slovakian football. "I am delighted that through the cooperation of the Union League Club, the Slovak Football Association and Slovak Telekom that our football stadiums are now using these advanced camera surveillance systems. This comprehensive solution fully meets the needs and stringent requirements of our Union. I believe that this step will lead to increased security, appreciated not only by all fans of Slovak football, but also the general public," said Charles Belaník, President of the Union League Club (ULK).On the basis of performance to date, the Slovak football (soccer) association has recommended the video surveillance system, powered by IQinVision HD megapixel technology, for all 18 stadiums. All the stadiums are scheduled to have video surveillance systems installed by the end of autumn this year.