Security product news & launch announcements

Exacq Technologies is pleased to announce several significant performance improvements to the A and Z-Series exacqVision hybrid and IP camera servers.  Up to 180% Higher Storage Rates With the adoption of the latest Gen 3 Intel® Core processor family, the maximum video storage rate has increased in A and Z Series servers. Increases of up to 50%–180% are achieved in A-series servers. This enables storage of higher frame rates, larger image sizes or higher quality video, all at no...

Veilux SVEX-1301HD Explosion-Proof IP PTZ Camera is a new, exciting addition to the rugged Veilux Explosion-Proof line. This powerful PTZ Explosion-Proof device has been meticulously designed and certified to meet the rigorous requirements for hazardous areas for both explosive gases and dust. The SVEX-1301HD provides a powerful, reliable IP video solution for challenging environments that can exist on oil rigs, various production facilities, chemical plants, government and military installation...

Veilux introduces the SVEX-Q18 explosion-proof PTZ, which has been ruggedly designed and certified to meet rigorous requirements in hazardous areas containing elements such as flammable gases and/or powders. The SVEX-Q18 provides a powerful, reliable video surveillance solution for the challenging environments that often exist in places such as oil and gas drilling and production sites, chemical plants, government and military use. The Veilux SVEX-Q18 exceptionally rugged and reliable design ma...

Honeywell announced a full range of IP cameras which comply with ONVIF standards, providing installers with a vast array of possibilities to choose the right solution for every installation. The new cameras are additions to equIP and Performance series of Honeywell cameras and offer complete IP camera solutions for all video needs. Delivering exceptional image and picture quality, these cameras are ideally suited to environments that require detailed surveillance, including cities, roads, airpor...

PESA, a leading U.S.-based design and manufacturer of professional audio and video signal distribution, recently announced that its Video Distribution System (VDS) and several products in its Cheetah large-scale router and PESA PRO signal processing lines have been certified by the US Department of Defense. This reflects PESA’s commitment to providing mission-critical products for high definition video and audio distribution. PESA is the first and only company to achieve listing on the De...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, is announcing a host of enhancements to its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that simplify the management of personnel access. With features such as credential deactivation, custom clearances, and activating events based on activity, C•CURE 9000 v2.20 gives you the ultimate flexibility in solving common personnel access issues. Credential deactivation enables you to automatically address unused pers...

Hikvision, the global leader of video surveillance products and solutions, recently expanded its low-light camera portfolio with the unveil of a new series of state-of-the-art surveillance cameras – the DS-2CD855-EI3 2MP IR Bullet Camera and the DS-2CD855-EI5 2MP IR Bullet Camera – which are specifically designed as the perfect low-light, night-time, and completely dark monitoring solution, featuring IR range of 30m and 50m respectively. This series is engineered to provide smooth,...

Mobotix AG has launched three new camera models with higher frame rate, better light sensitivity, better zoom capability utilising 5 Megapixel technology. The new camera models S15, D15, and V15 are developed from the already successful predecessor series. By using 5 Megapixel sensors in these new camera models, the users will be able to experience clear advantages. "The most visible changes that we have made for the users are that they will experience a clearly better light sensitivity in low...

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced a new Pay-by-Plate Sync feature for AutoVu, its license plate recognition (LPR) system of Security Center, the Company’s unified security platform. The AutoVu Pay-by-Plate Sync feature allows users to easily consolidate multiple third-party systems into a single parking solution. With this latest version of AutoVu, Genetec brings the benefits of an o...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces iSTAR Ultra, an 8 or 16 reader network door controller built on Linux for improved security and scalability. Ideal for enterprise and government applications, iSTAR Ultra supports extended card formats of up to 256 bits, providing flexibility when configuring custom card formats. These extended card formats are stored locally allowing the controller to make important access control decisions even when offline. With...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the iSTAR Edge Single-Reader Controller, a cost-effective one-reader version of its popular iSTAR Edge controller. The iSTAR Single-Reader Controller is a natural extension of the current portfolio of 2- and 4-reader iSTAR Edge models. Suitable for space-saving placement above or near the door, the iSTAR Edge Single-Reader Controller can be clustered with other iSTAR models, including the iSTAR eX and iSTAR Pro, to...

Corvus Integration, Inc. in partnership with Vista Imaging, Inc. is pleased to announce the VistaEY2-2 (EY2-2) dual iris & face camera. The EY2-2 is a complete, single gesture multi-modal biometric peripheral for Windows CE, XP, Vista, 7 and Linux OS platforms. The EY2-2 dual iris/face solution simultaneously captures ISO/IEC 19794-5/6 compliant images of both irises and frontal face at a distance of 22”. Custom optics, multi-wavelength IR illumination, and a tri-colour RGB LED light p...

Veilux’s new 2 mega pixel, IR, IP surveillance dome camera (VVIP-2L2812) is a Vandal Proof product which can be used for indoor or outdoor applications. This camera is built to last, with a powerful design that gives it a 2 year warranty, one of the best warranties in the industry. This easy- to- install product has been the solution for many of Veilux’s customers since its debut. This IP dome camera is loaded with features, including: Dual-codec (H.264 and MJPEG) which encodes da...

Channel Vision, celebrating 20 years as a leading manufacturer of innovative technology products for the Well-Connected Home™, recently announced they have released a new Varifocal Dome Camera. The 6821-O Varifocal Eyeball Dome is the latest in their line of IP66 Rated Vandal Proof cameras with an elegant Oil Rubbed Bronze finish. The 6821-O Varifocal Eyeball Dome provides a wide area of coverage during day and night with the ability to view objects in great resolution. The IP66 rated wat...

Software House, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, is announcing a host of enhancements to its C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform that simplify the management of personnel access. With features such as credential deactivation, custom clearances, and activating events based on activity, C•CURE 9000 v2.20 gives you the ultimate flexibility in solving common personnel access issues. Credential deactivation enables you to automatically address u...

 D-Link has introduced its JustConnect standalone multi-functional network video recorder (DNR-2060-08P), designed to power a comprehensive, end-to-end IP surveillance solution for SMBs. JustConnect reduces the time, complexity and cost  of network set-up  for installers servicing small businesses, such as offices, retail outlets  or boutique hotels. This launch marks the first time installers can offer such a sophisticated, yet easy to deploy Network Video Solution to small...

DSC, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, introduces the 2-Way Wireless TouchScreen Arming Station (WTK5504). This stylish keypad, which provides a futuristic take on the look of a traditional offering, presents a solution that easily fits into any contemporary décor setting. Along with its good looks, the 2-Way Wireless TouchScreen Arming Station provides an enhanced user experience, with intuitive menu-driven touch screens that allow full control of the system. The Wire...

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a USA-based manufacturer of fibre optic and copper transmission and networking equipment, has introduced a line of wireless Ethernet Transmission Products. The NetWave line will consist of point-to-point kits, as well as point to multipoint models. The NetWave NWK-2 is available exclusively as a kit and contains all the components needed to transmit a single Ethernet stream between a remote location and Access Point. The second model, the NetWave...

The latest i-Pro Smart HD network dome camera from Panasonic, the WV-SF138 is designed with signature Panasonic high reliability and features Mega Super Dynamic technology that delivers 128x broader dynamic range. Face Detection and Mega Super Dynamic range technologies ensure clear and well focusssed facial images are always captured for consistently intelligible IDs. A further capability of SF138’s Face Detection functionality means when a registered suspect face is observed by the camer...

Built to have the utmost picture quality the WV-SC588 will not be provide with a dome cover to achieve the highest quality possible, Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is proud to introduce the latest addition in the i-Pro SmartHD range of surveillance solutions, the WV-SC588. With full ratification from ONVIF, the specification that defines a common protocol for network video devices including automatic device discovery, video streaming and intelligence metadata, PSCEU prom...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently presents a direct drive PTZ camera with few moving parts. The camera is directly attached to the drive shaft of two motors — one for panning and another for tilting the camera. With no mechanical parts such as belts or gears, AXIS P5414-E’s durable and highly efficient pan/tilt system provides customers with a reliable, low-maintenance PTZ camera. Other innovations include a built-in wall bracket that eliminates the nee...

The latest range of i-Pro Smart HD 360 degree network dome cameras from Panasonic, the WV-SW400/WV-SF400 series, are designed with the signature Panasonic reliability and feature Mega Super Dynamic technology that delivers 128x broader dynamic range. These series are composed of the WV-SF438, WV-SF448 and WV-SW458 and 548M. All of the series has 360 degree monitoring capability with a variety of transmission modes including Wall Panorama, Double Panorama and Quad PTZ ensuring precise recording...

Built to withstand extreme operating temperatures ranging from -50°C to +55°C, Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (PSCEU) is proud to introduce the latest addition in the i-Pro SmartHD range of surveillance solutions, the WV-SW598.  With full ratification from ONVIF, the specification that defines a common protocol for network video devices including automatic device discovery, video streaming and intelligence metadata, PSCEU promises installers and end users some of th...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, announces AXIS Q7436 Video Encoder Blade and the AXIS Q7920 Video Encoder Chassis, which is one of the industry’s highest-density encoder chassis with support for up to 84 analogue cameras. The new high-performance video encoder solution is ideal for demanding locations such as airports, railway stations and city surveillance – where high performance, flexibility and reliability are required. “This new video encoder syst...

CEM Systems, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, announced the release of version 6.7 of AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) and AC2000 AE (Airport Edition) integrated access control and security management software. The latest release offers a host of new functionality and features that increase the performance and improve the functionality of the CEM AC2000 access control system.  “CEM AC2000 is a powerful access control system that is designed with the customer in mind....

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, recently introduced its new Illustra 600 Series of High Definition (HD) IP Box and Bullet Cameras. The Illustra 600 Series Box and Bullet cameras deliver exceptional HD video quality in all lighting conditions. The True Day/Night and Wide Dynamic Range features provide superior low-light performance, saving on bandwidth and storage costs. In industries such as banking, retail, aviation or any business where there are large...

American Dynamics, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, is introducing new ways to manage and interact with VideoEdge video management systems: VideoEdge Hybrid and Desktop/Mini-Tower NVR with VideoEdge Client and victor Express Client.  Previously considered relevant mostly to large, enterprise customers, the VideoEdge NVR portfolio has undergone a transformation over the past two years, to include smaller, lower-cost recording platforms, with two new intuitive client solu...

Bentel Security, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, champions product design and manufacturing of a complete range of intrusion security equipment and accessories, and is pleased to announce the launch of the ABSOLUTA APP. ABSOLUTA APP, a Bentel Security application for smartphones, is designed to remotely manage ABSOLUTA control panels. ABSOLUTA APP is an innovative new tool that capitalises on the latest technologies, to make managing the security system even easier for the...

Bentel Security, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, champions product design and manufacturing of a complete range of intrusion security equipment and accessories, and is pleased to announce the launch of the ABSOLUTA M-Touch TouchScreen Keypad. With its slim and modern design and 7” full colour display, the new ABSOLUTA M-Touch TouchScreen Keypad from Bentel Security is the ideal interface for security system management. Seamlessly integrated with Absoluta security sys...

The latest i-Pro Smart HD network dome camera from Panasonic, the WV-SW158 is designed with signature Panasonic high reliability and features Mega Super Dynamic technology that delivers 128x broader dynamic range. Face Detection and Mega Super Dynamic range technologies ensure clear and well-focussed facial images are always captured for consistently intelligible IDs. A further capability of SW158’s Face Detection functionality means when a registered suspect face is observed by the camera...