ONVIF News

ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced the availability of the Release Candidate for Profile C, which enables interoperability between clients and devices of physical access control systems (PACS) and network-based video systems. This new Profile, which is available for review on the ONVIF website, extends the functionality of the ONVIF global interface specification into physical access control. With Profile C, systems integrator...

Recently, Hikvision and Bosch announced an integration program, which will see Hikvision’s Netra-based NVR series seamlessly integrate with Bosch HD IP cameras, further improve product interoperability as well as provide the best product solutions to their customer base. Users now are able to achieve the combined advantages of both companies and their cutting-edge technologies. “We can now provide more dedicated resources through this Integration Partner Program to ensure both parti...

The RFQ includes the release of an updated version of the ONVIF Device Test Tool ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently that it has issued a public Request for Quotations to update the existing Test Specification and Test Tool for the group’s global standard for the interface of IP-based physical security products. The ONVIF Device Test Tool is used by the members of ONVIF to test conformance of I...

Andrew's expertise include Security Applicatiions, CCTV, IP Camera, Video over IP and Acces Control technologies The presentation at IP-in-Action LIVE 2013 will focus on demystifying ONVIF, an organisation which is primarily focused on developing an open global standard to ensure interoperability (the new buzz-word for integration) between network video products regardless of manufacturer. It will explore why standards matter to the industry, what ONVIF stands for. It w...

IFSEC International 2014 will see Security & Fire Installer Live, an annual installer programme, launch for the first time Following the announcement in February that IFSEC International and FIREX International will change location for 2014, the organisers of the event, UBM Live announced that all the major players will be making the move to London’s ExCeL from 17-19 June 2014. Over 75 leading brands from across the security and fire industry will be represented inc...

AMG Systems, the British manufacturer of sophisticated Megapixel cameras and CCTV transmission technology announces that all their 5 Megapixel 360 degrees cameras are now ONVIF compliant. Since joining the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF), AMG has focused its efforts on fulfilling the ONVIF standard and the result is that the entire range comprising the much acclaimed Panocam360, TotemCam360, mini TotemCam - PaNVR360 – and SmokeCam360 are now compliant. David J Myers, CTO at AMG...

Honeywell has further strengthened its MAXPRO® portfolio of IP video surveillance technologies by adding numerous enhancements to its line of network video recorders (NVRs). This includes support for cameras with ONVIF’s newest Profile S protocol and 360-degree cameras, virtualisation capabilities, and even smart video motion detection (VMD) features are now standard in the latest release of MAXPRO NVR 2.5. “As technology has evolved, so have end users’ expectations,&rdquo...

SoleraTec LLC, a provider of innovative video lifecycle management and storage products, introduces the new Phoenix Live Viewer Express™ family of video surveillance IP-camera viewing applications. This affordable software family is designed for individuals and small companies that require an IP-camera viewing system to monitor video surveillance cameras within their network. The application is easy on system resources, keeping it fast, light, and versatile enough to meet the needs of vie...

Samsung has introduced a scaleable ‘building block’ network video recording system designed to uncomplicate the process of specifying a video storage solution large enough to meet immediate requirements, but which can be easily expanded if needed in the future. Samsung’s new ONVIF compliant SRN-1000 NVR provides up to 24TB of on-board video storage capacity and there is the potential of an additional 24TB of storage via two external e-Sata direct storage devices. An unlimited...

Axxon Next, Intellect Enterprise and vertically-integrated design solutions were demonstrated at the shows At the end of September 2012 AxxonSoft appeared in three trade shows around the globe — Security Essen (Essen, Germany), IPAS (Tehran, Iran) and ISAF (Istanbul, Turkey). The new Axxon Next open platorm video management software, Axxon Intellect Enterprise IP-based physical security information management platform, and vertically-integrated design solutions based on...

Extreme temperatures, vibrations and sudden shocks can severely compromise the performance of a video encoder resulting in lost images or complete video loss. For video surveillance applications where these harsh conditions exist - such as military, industrial plants, railway stations, ITS, remote site surveillance, perimeter or traffic monitoring - the Moxa VPort 461-ON-T video encoder excels with its combination of rugged mission-critical design and excellent video quality. "As cities transit...

TKH Security Solutions announced the release of two new video encoders, the C620E and S620E, now offering dual H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG 4, and/or MJPEG streaming in addition to ONVIF Profile S compatibility. Each encoder is optimised 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 fro...

Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video, recently presented new fixed network cameras in the robust and successful AXIS P13 Series. By bringing in the latest technology, including Lightfinder, the cameras offer greatly improved image quality and enhanced processing performance. The new AXIS P13 Network Cameras, available in indoor and outdoor-ready models, are suitable for numerous applications, including low light conditions. The new technology makes these cameras great i...

DVTEL Inc., the video surveillance solutions provider, announced recently that DVTEL's Quasar line of IP cameras is now integrated with the Exacq Technologies exacqVision VMS. The two leading products’ ONVIF-­based integration provides the customers of both companies more open system options and features. Exacq customers can now take advantage of the advanced features of the DVTEL Quasar cameras and obtain the highest video quality paired with reduced bandwidth, dramatic storage savin...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, will demonstrate a new 12 megapixel 180° panoramic dome camera with true Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) at ASIS 2012 (booth #3323). In addition to its superior performance under challenging lighting conditions, the new SurroundVideo WDR 180° panoramic camera is 25 percent smaller than previous models. The camera is both ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) and PSIA (Physical Security Interoperability Alliance) c...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, announced the additions of both a 10 megapixel camera and Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) models to the MegaDome 2 camera series at ASIS 2012 (booth #3323). The addition of a 10 megapixel camera to the current MegaDome 2 lineup of 1.3, 1080p, 3 and 5 megapixel cameras will expand the series to meet growing customer demands for high-resolution megapixel camera solutions. Arecont Vision has also added two Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) came...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announced the latest addition to their award-winning IP megapixel camera lineup – the new MegaBall series. Introduced at ASIS 2012, MegaBall comes in a spherically shaped all-in-one camera form factor, and provides a wide variety of configuration options to give security professionals the installation flexibility to meet the exacting needs of their customers. The MegaBall camera series comes with a dual encoder H...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces two strong additions to the successful AXIS M11 Network Camera Series: AXIS M1143-L and AXIS M1144-L Network Cameras with integrated IR-LED illumination and mechanical IR-cut filters for true day/night surveillance. The new indoor fixed IP cameras are specially designed for easy and discreet day and night surveillance, with highly efficient H.264 video compression and options for full frame rate HDTV quality – making them id...

Security solutions provider Oncam recently announced the launch of its Evolution range of next generation 360-degree cameras. The Evolution range is the first major product release since Oncam acquired Grandeye in July 2012 and it provides a more powerful platform that takes the Company’s position as leader in 360-degree imaging to a new level. Over the next 12 months Oncam will be launching a further two 360-cameras in the Evolution range with better imaging and a capability of up to 12...

Honeywell has introduced a new network video recorder (NVR) that can help large organisations comply with stringent regulations that require them to retain video for longer periods of time and more-effectively protect their surveillance data. The MAXPRO NVR Professional Edition (PE) is ideal for facilities in industries such as education, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, banking and manufacturing, among others. MAXPRO NVR PE is the latest addition to Honeywell’s MAXPRO line of technology desi...

Wavestore has announced that its video management software (VMS) is now able to support the Sentry360’s series of FullSight™ panoramic cameras. The ONVIF compliant FullSight series provides customers with a choice of 1.3, 2, 5 or 10 megapixel IP network 360 degree cameras, all of which can multi-stream images across a network using H.264 or MJPEG compression. “The integration of our VMS with the Sentry360’s Fullsight™ cameras has been achieved at the right time as...

The panelists discussed on interoperability issues for IP-based physical security devices ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products held a roundtable panel discussion at the recent IFSEC International trade show that examined interoperability issues for IP-based physical security devices as part of its security industry education efforts. Led by Editor Mark Rowe of Professional Security Magazine, the panel discussed the marke...

  Siqura will show how its durable IP video systems provide complete, proven, and customised solutions Siqura B.V., manufacturer of advanced video surveillance solutions and member of the TKH Group, announced its intention to participate in the Intersec 2012 tradeshow in Dubai, UAE, from January 15th through the 17th. If so, visit us at Intersec! (hall 4, booth 325C) With over 35 years of experience, Siqura offers global solutions for video security and surveil...

ONVIF held its annual meeting in Shenzhen, China in NovemberONVIF, the global leading standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced that it held its annual meeting in Shenzhen, China in November, where speakers highlighted the progress of interoperability standards around the globe. Hosted at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Shenzhen, ONVIF's annual meeting was organised in conjunction with the CPSE 2011 trade show, where ONVIF also held two networking events to provid...

 High-definition IP cameras from Dallmeier are an ideal complement to Schille's management systemSchille Informationssysteme GmbH is one of the leading companies in the field of manufacturer independent building management, security control technology and digital video systems. The company views itself primarily as a software developer who also consults customers on using its software solutions. High-definition IP cameras from Dallmeier are an ideal complement to Schille's building and...

 The ONVIF specification is generating increased interest for security productsSynectics has demonstrated its commitment to providing customers with interoperable solutions by achieving ONVIF conformance.Synectics' Synergy™ security management software, Simplicity HVR/ NVR and the Primary Storage Node (PSN) range are now fully conformant with the ONVIF core specification 1.02.This guarantees full compatibility with any 3rd party ONVIF conformant IP cameras and video servers - a pool o...

ONVIF, the global leading standardisation initiative for IPbased physical security products, announced that it is streamlining the user experience of its interoperability specification by developing a Profile concept so users can more easily identify interoperable solutions to deploy within their organisations. The Profile concept will enable end users to easily identify features that are supported by a profile without requiring them to have extensive technical knowledge of the specific v...

 ONVIF's aim is to create a standard for IP communication within video surveillance and other physical security areasONVIF, a global and open industry forum for the standardisation of IP product communication, has welcomed Basler as a user member. ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) is an organisation founded in 2008 by Axis Communications, Bosch Security Systems, and Sony. Its aim is to create a standard for IP communication within video surveillance and other physical security are...