Hikvision News

IPX360 Solutions new North American market agent for CheckMyCCTV software application

With this move, CheckMySystems aims to bring the software to an international audience CheckMySystems - the CCTV health and operation monitoring software specialist - has signed-up electronic security product provider IPX360 Solutions to act as its agent for 'CheckMyCCTV' in the North American market. This is a major step forward in CheckMySystems' desire to bring the software to an international audience following its successful UK launch. The CheckMyCCTV application, to be o...

CheckMySystems to provide its CCTV health monitoring software to Justice Fire and Security

CheckMyCCTV is designed to automatically identify and report specific CCTV issues CheckMySystems Ltd. has signed a major deal to provide UK installer Justice Fire and Security with the latest version of its innovative CheckMyCCTV health and operation monitoring software solution. CheckMyCCTV is designed to automatically identify and report specific CCTV issues, whether it be a camera, hard disk, recording, or network connection failure. Following the agreement with CheckMySys...

PSIA enables interoperability among security systems and demonstrates at ASIS 2012

The PSIA has released seven systems specifications built with broad industry support Leading access control, intrusion detection, managed service providers, physical security information management (PSIM), video, and video storage vendors demonstrated the "plug and play" interoperability of their Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA)-compliant systems today during a series of demonstrations at ASIS 2012. The demonstrations showcased the utility of PSIA's newest s...

Conway Security Products partners with Hikvision Digital Technology

Conway's partnership helps integrators and end-users to benefit from Hikvision's product range UK CCTV manufacturer Conway Security Products are delighted to announce that they have become a Value-Added Solution Partner (VASP) of Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. The new agreement formalises a relationship that Conway and Hikvision have been growing for over two years and gives both companies new and exciting opportunities in what is one of the most technically-challengi...

Leading security vendors to demonstrate PSIA-compliant systems at ASIS 2012

Nine use cases will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery of equipment and systems Leading security vendors will demonstrate the interoperability of their PSIA-compliant systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video, analytics and storage and physical security information management (PSIM), at ASIS 2012. At least nine use cases based on new and existing PSIA specifications will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery o...

IMS Research report declares Hikvision No.1 global vendor of CCTV and video surveillance equipment in 2011

Hikvision again remains the No.1 worldwide supplier of DVR products Hikvision - the world’s leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions - is proud to announce that IMS Research (recently acquired by IHS) has recently declared Hikvision the No.1 global vendor of CCTV and video surveillance equipment in 2011 (Source: IMS Research’s report “The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment - 2012 Edition”). Of special note, this...

Hikvision introduces cameras with Remote Zoom and One-Touch Focus

Any organisation considering utilising IP cameras absolutely must choose a product that is both easily installed and easily maintained. As for installation, the initial focusing of the lens generally requires two technicians - one to physically adjust the lens and the other to view the trial-and-error results on a monitor. Hikvision’s latest camera series, incorporating a motorised vari-focal lens with remote zoom and One-Touch Focus technology, directly addresses this slow and cumbersome...

Hikvision launches its “Effio” series of analogue cameras

Hikvision announced the release of its “Effio” series of analog cameras. This camera, based on Sony’s “Effio” series DSP, boasts advanced technical features such as a high horizontal resolution of over 650TVL (in combination with the 960H CCD image sensor), enhanced low light capability, WDR, and 3D digital noise reduction. This unique combination makes Hikvision’s “Effio” cameras the ideal solution for security applications such as financial insti...

Secutech Awards identifies best HD surveillance security products

The outstanding HD surveillance security products were recognised at the Secutech 2012 Expert jury and international visitors choose 16 winning products. The first ever industry award to recognise outstanding HD surveillance security products was held recently at the Secutech 2012 show in Taiwan. Secutech is Asia’s largest international exhibition and conference for the electronic security, info security, fire and safety industry sectors. Organised by Messe Frankfurt N...

Hikvision establishes new toll free UK support hotline

The hotline 0-808-134-9934 will provide technical support to the customers in the UK market Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, recently announced the establishments of a new toll free UK support hotline - 0-808-134-9934 - in order to provide the best technical support to the customers in the UK market. Customers within UK can call between the hours of 8AM and 4:30PM during general workdays to receive instant and professi...

Hikvision’s 2 megapixel camera uses ISP technology for clear images in low-light areas

In today’s security world, systems need to be equipped with round-the-clock surveillance. Of specific note, a camera’s performance in dark areas is taking on a larger degree of importance. Realising this, cameras capable of excellent low-light performance are gaining a bigger market share every year. Hikvision is proud to introduce its advanced ISP (Image Signal Processing) technology: a technology that enables our cameras to excel in low-light environments. By utilising an ISP algo...

Hikvision upgrades its HD WDR portfolio

Recently, Hikvision has focused on several significant product releases to broaden its HD WDR portfolio, such as the DS-2CD754FWD-E(I) 2MP WDR Dome camera, DS-2CD764FWD-E 1.3MP WDR Dome camera, DS-2CD8264FWD-EI 1.3MP WDR Bullet camera, and DS-2CD864FWD-E 1.3 MP WDR camera. These cameras benefit users to clearly identify the object and its surroundings regardless of extreme lighting contrast conditions - such as glazed storefronts and hall entrances, among others. Compared to conventional WDR ca...

Hikvision video surveillance solution deployed in over 250 Total petrol stations in Morocco

Hikvision's DS-2CC192P-IR3 IR cameras will guard the petrol station With more than 250 stations located all over Morocco under Total Group, Total petrol station is the top three petrol suppliers in Morocco and provides clean and reliable fuels for the vehicles across the country. As plenty of customers and vehicles flow in and out every day, it is imperative for Total petrol station to guarantee the safety of the customers and employees with top-class surveillance products. C...

Secutech India attracts security industry players from over 10 countries and regions

The need for security products and services in India is increasing due to rising security awareness The first edition of Secutech India, a trade show for security and safety technologies and solutions, opened at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.  Running from 1 – 3 March 2012, the show is organised by Messe Frankfurt and Asian Business Exhibition & Conferences Ltd (ABEC) and attracted more than 150 exhibitors in 10,000 sqm of exhibition space. Mr Parson Lee, M...

ALSO-Actebis chooses Milestone to provide XProtect IP video management software in Scandinavia

ALSO-Actebis chose Milestone as its VMS solution partner after investigative dialogues with several VMS providers Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), and ALSO-Actebis, distributor of IT and consumer electronics products, have signed a distribution agreement to provide Milestone XProtect IP VMS in Scandinavia. After investigative dialogues with several providers of video management software (VMS), ALSO-Actebis chose Milestone Syst...

Oechsle enhances its department stores’ security with Hikvision dome cameras and DVR units

Oechsle was in need of a flexible analogue solution that offered high resolution Peru, like the majority of countries in South America, believes in a distinctive security approach when adopting new surveillance solutions. One such example is the famous department store chain Oechsle, located throughout Peru's major cities. Oechsle's success is also analogous to Peru's economic revival. Only a few years ago, Oechsle was an all but forgotten brand name. A once famous Peruvian...

Hikvision to focus on camera image quality in 2012

 Hikvision is to explore ISP technology by mixing in electronic image stabilisation and defogging technology In the coming year, Hikvision's focus will remain squarely on image quality as the company continues to meet its users' demand for crystal-clear images regardless of lighting conditions.Over the past few years, Hikvision has made great effort in both research and development for its camera product lines. As such, IMS Research indicates market trends for 2012 will focus on image quali...

Leading surveillance manufacturer Hikvision celebrates 10 successful years of service

Over 2700 Hikvision employees attended the celebrationHikvision celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala show in Hangzhou, China on December 31st, 2011. Over 2,700 employees including staff in headquarters and representatives from branch offices attended the birthday celebration. The employees from overseas branches also gave their blessing to Hikvision through the greeting videos and together everyone shared the happy moment.From the beginning, Hikvision has taken active part in the surveil...

Brazil chooses Hikvision security cameras to build public transportation surveillance program

Hikvision's DS-2DF1-517-B Network Speed Dome offers a high level of flexibility and quality While much of the world is gearing up for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in England, Brazil has a little bit of a different focus. Obviously, a country with such a rich and varied sporting history is excited to see how their compatriots will fare in London; but for many Brazilians, the real excitement begins in 2014 - when they host the FIFA World Cup Games. These 2014 Games offer much...

Hikvision’s CCTV surveillance systems help Uganda fight thieves

 Centenary Bank went beyond governmental CCTV regulations with Hikvision productsUganda has traditionally faced a major problem in the banking sector: combating identity theft and fraud. Specifically, ATM fraud involving stolen cards and checkbooks has proved particularly troublesome. In order to combat this, the Ugandan government ordered that all banks are required to install and maintain a CCTV system. While this step did improve the issue of ATM-related theft, much was left to the di...

Hikvision’s DS-6101HFI-IP Digital Video Server secures Kyoto University in Japan

 The digital video server addressed the major shortcoming on space required for storing analogue data In 2003, Kyoto University opened its third campus. This new area, labeled the "Katsura Campus," is notable for the distinctly forward-thinking mentality in which it approaches education. Nicknamed a "Techno-science Hill," this campus architecturally blends both Kyoto's natural beauty with the university's modern technology to foster a unique learning environment for its...

Hikvision introduces new auto tracking dome in the market

Hikvision released an auto tracking high-speed analogue dome camera, which allows users to protect wide-area locations without on-site manned operation. Among the most notable features, the auto tracking capability in the iDS-2AF1-517-B camera can recognise unusual objects in a scene that are consistent with an intruder or abnormal activity such as entry, exit and loitering etc, and adjust its current pre-defined patrol or pattern to track the object as though the camera were being operated by...

Hikvision’s new DVRs win “Golden Excellence Award” at CPSE 2011

 Hikvision's new series of DVRs have an innovative design utilising dual systemsHikvision, the world's leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions announced that its new series DVRs with redundant systems -the DS-9100HFI-ST series and the DS-8100HWI-ST series won the "Golden Excellence Award" at CPSE (China Public Security Expo) 2011, which was held from Oct 29 to Nov 1, by the exhibition committee.The Golden Excellence Award, granted by China Public Securi...

Hikvision reaches No.5 in the 2011 A&S Security 50 market survey

 Hikvision are constantly developing more sophisticated products for the surveillance marketHikvision, a world leading supplier of surveillance products and solutions, soared to No.5 from last year's No.10 place in A&S 2011 Security 50, a market survey based on the worldwide security industry leaders' revenue figures from the previous fiscal year. Hikvision's five-place progress dramatically demonstrates its development by leaps and bounds for year 2010, with the stupendous sa...

Hikvision dome and IP cameras watch over Louis Pasteur Hospital in northern France

 The Hikvision cameras allow network transmission to multiple clients simultaneousyHikvision's network speed dome cameras and 4CIF IP cameras are being used at the Louis Pasteur Hospital in the city of Chartres in northern France to protect patients, staff and visitors.This district general hospital, situated to the southwest of Paris, is a 528-bed facility offering general surgery, convalescence and a maternity unit. There is also emergency in-patient accommodation and a specialist respira...

Hikvision announces contract renewal of Chongqing project to upgrade and expand existing security systems

 HIkvision will continue offering their expertise in security for safe city construction in other parts of ChinaHikvision, a world's leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce that it has recently entered into contract renewal of Chongqing's safe city program with the total investment of the contracts reached to 1.2 billion US dollars (RMB 7.7 billion). Since last November Hikvision was appointed as general contractor of Chongqing's safe city progr...

Hikvision video surveillance solution secures Universiade 2011 held in Shenzhen, China

The advanced technology in all cameras produced clear, high-contrast images even under difficult light conditions The 26th Summer Universiade was held successfully in Shenzhen -- a major strategic location of commerce in southeast of China. This international event kicked off on August 12 and continued until August 23. The experimental city of China's reform and opening up, has witnessed the largest sport event in Universiade history with around eleven thousands participants from over 150 count...

Hikvision introduces HD standalone series of DVRs capable of accessing analog cameras up to 650TVL

Hikvision proudly launches its newest, exciting high definition standalone series of DVRs: the DS-8100HWI-ST series. With the capability of accessing analogue cameras up to 650TVL, the DS-8100HWI-ST is ideal for applications in which high resolution surveillance is required. Venues such as financial institutions, the telecom industry, as well as transportation and utilities industries, all directly benefit from this new DVR series. It has become evident that the switch to high definition is mo...

Hikvision launches new standalone DVRs for smaller-scale security applications

Hikvision is proud to introduce its latest next-generation digital surveillance product: the DS-7200HVI-ST/SE series standalone DVRs. These DVRs are designed to cater towards smaller-scale security applications that are seeking a high quality, but cost-effective digital surveillance solution. Venues that are perfect for the DS-7200HVI-ST/SE series include convenience stores, offices, homes, and petrol stations - among others. These entry-level DVRs utilise the latest H.264 video compression alg...

Hikvision IP cameras sweep over obstacles to safeguard Frankfurt's Light-Rail Stations

Hikvision's DS-2CD762MF-FB (H) cameras delivered images with tremendous resolutionAs an important financial, commercial, and transportation center of Germany, Frankfurt takes great pride in the city's overall infrastructure improvement. While advanced transportation systems are trademarks of the city's foresight, the implementation of a comprehensive solution for all of its 31 underground stations and 16 light rail transit stations - with the later completely located upon the unforgiving German...