Security product news & launch announcements

Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced recently the launch of the AutoVu Sharp VGA, a new license plate recognition (LPR) camera with on-board processing. This latest addition to Genetec's existing line of IP LPR cameras was engineered and designed with a specific application in mind: capturing plates of cars passing in a contained zone (i.e., the entrance of a parking lot).The Sharp VGA is a lower-cost,...

The Briton 9400M Series of high security electromagnetic locks, which replace the previous 9300 Series, has been launched by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies.  Including both upgraded models with new features and new ranges, the 9400M locks are robust and secure. They are specially designed for easy and quick installation, with an innovative new bayonet mounting bracket which eliminates having to hold the lock while fitting.  All the locks are non-handed and symmetrical, allowing...

IndigoVision announced new software to coordinate responses between agencies and operatives with pervasive real time video. The system automatically validates incoming data to verify critical events, escalating video for management of the situation to personnel in other locations and ensuring an appropriate response.Operatives are provided with both real time and recorded video, giving them the ‘eyes and ears everywhere' to optimally assess the situation. IndigoVision's SMS4 release 3 star...

Instek Digital a developer of enterprise video security solutions - with the focus on security software, DVR and NVR systems - recently introduced its MatriVideo™ Archive Server Failover. This innovative solution provides enterprises all the benefits of a secure surveillance system. The MatriVideo™ Archive Server is designed to be an additional option in protecting vital video data that needs to be indefinite periods - allowing remote video data archival of multiple came...

Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - has added a new, installer-friendly, DIN rail mountable, 8-way Fuse Output Module (FOM8/DIN) targeted at CCTV applications to its extensive range of ancillary devices.The enhanced DIN Rail FOM8 fits easily into equipment racks and builds on the success of Elmdene's existing FOM8 product line. In practice, the unit gives security installers convenient access...

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces the new full-featured MegaDome®2 Series of all-in-one H.264 cameras, lenses and housings, combining remote focus, zoom and auto-iris with the fastest megapixel frame rates on the market. "Our new line of MegaDome®2 cameras provides innovative features such as Casino Mode to maintain 30 fps recording and Binned Mode to increase low-light performance of higher- megapixel cameras," said Dr. Mich...

Samsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance and security products delivering superior performance and value, announces availability of the new iPOLiS Mobile app for remote video viewing of Samsung's iPOLiS network video cameras and digital video recorders (DVRs) using either the iPhone or Android mobile platforms. Users may download the app by searching the appstore or marketplace for "iPolis." The new iPOLiS mobile app enables viewing of live vide...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. announced that its D7412GV3-USA and D9412GV3-USA Control Panels and the D1255-USA keypad now comply with the Buy America Act. This status provides Bosch dealers with more opportunities to use these products in applications that call for compliance.With robust features that include NIST Certified Rijndael Encryption, GV3 is the product of choice for many commercial, military and government installations. It is the newest release in Bosch's popular G Series line and of...

ComNet Europe Ltd of Leeds in the United Kingdom, manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, is introducing the CopperLine product line to bring to market its expanded Ethernet over existing copper media transmission product offering. ComNet continues to expand their Ethernet product offering, making it one of the most comprehensive lines available with models designed for use with fibre optic and copper media. With the introduction of CopperLine multiple-channel Ethern...

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...

QNAP® Systems, Inc. recently confirmed the availability of QDK (QPKG Development Kit) version 2.0.1, and encouraged Turbo NAS users to extend the capabilities by developing software packages with the easy-to-use tool.QDK is developed by Michael Nordstrom, one of QNAP community's active users. It is used to build QNAP QPKG files and applications for the Turbo NAS. A QPKG file makes it easy for anyone to install and remove packages. It also gives a package maintainer good control on how the pa...

Geutebruck is offering a new range of high quality network cameras for licence-free integration into its video security systems. The ‘TopLine' series of progressive scan cameras includes eight box cameras and a fixed dome camera with resolutions ranging from 720p through full HD to 2 Megapixels and frame rates of up to 30 fps. There are different sensor types (CCD and CMOS), as well as standard colour and true day/night options with automatic IR cut filters.  Among the compression alg...

Compro Technology today announces its Embedded Network Video Recorder product line - the RS-2200 Series. The RS-2200 Series now comprises two models: the 12-channel RS-2212 and the 8-channel RS-2208. Compro RS-2200 Series is expressly designed for surveillance applications inMeasured only 23 center meters long and 10 center meters wide, and standing slightly taller than a coke can, the RS-2200 Series can nicely fit anywhere in a home, shop or office. The dual 3.5" drive bay provides a maxim...

SANTEC has extended its camera product portfolio by analogue and network thermal cameras from Videotec and Axis. Thermal cameras ensure secure video surveillance even under poor light conditions and they also operate in complete darkness. Common CCTV cameras reach their limits in difficult weather situations fog, smoke, snowfall or darkness or they require an additional light source or a built-in illuminator. A thermal camera, however, is based on the thermic radiation emitted by objects, vehic...

GOLAN™ is a new ruggedized thermal imager with a high sensitivity uncooled microbolometer in 640X480 format 17µm detector pitch. It is available with a powerful 70_220 mm dual field of view or a continuous zoom 25-225 mm that provides operators with best situational awareness in a variety of defence and security applications. Advanced features provide this imager with great flexibility and versatility. Automatic focus ensures the operator has the best video, which can be CCI...

PROMISE Technology Inc., a leading supplier of versatile RAID storage solutions catering to customers from  enterprise to consumer, announced that its recently introduced Pegasus line of high-performance hardware RAID storage systems leveraging Intel’s industry leading Thunderbolt technology, is enabling the media and entertainment industry to change the way they currently exploit digital applications. Pegasus is now fully available throughout the world through the PROMISE global netw...

"CamControl Android" extends the range of HeiTel applications for Windows Mobile and iOS with an operating and alarm verification software package for all smartphones and tablets on the Android operating system from version 2.0. The software allows live images to be received from almost any number of analogue and IP cameras via the HeiTel VideoGateways, search-criteria-supported remote evaluation of local image archives and the enabling/disabling of HeiTel VideoGateways. What is m...

IndigoVision, leading manufacturer of end-to-end IP Video security solutions, releases a new integration module for Software House C•CURE 9000 access control. This supports C•CURE 9000 versions 2.0 and 2.01 and has been tested and certified by Software House for use with SMS 4, IndigoVision's Security Management System platform. This integration allows events and alarms from C•CURE 9000 systems to be sent across the IP network to ‘Control Center', IndigoVision's Video Manage...

Raytec have launched a new Product Selector App to help all security installers, integrators and consultants specify the best CCTV lighting for their project, quickly and easily. The Product Selector App is available free of charge from iTunes for both iPhone and iPad. It recommends the best Raytec LED lighting product from over 500 in our range, completely removing the complexity of choosing the right unit to achieve tailored, even illumination, matching the project requirements and camera...

APT Skidata, the UK's leading parking specialist, has further enhanced its portfolio of parking technologies with the introduction of a new long-range Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag and reader solution to complement its existing Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) capabilities. Nigel Young, Sales Director at APT Skidata, says that there is a clear need for such technologies in applications where ANPR may not be cost-effective or practical to install and manage: "A low-cost...

ComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of fibre optic transmission and networking equipment, has expanded its ValueLine by introducing a cost-effective 26-port modular Gigabit Ethernet switch for commercial security applications. The CWGE2FE24MODMS is another modular managed Ethernet switch that provides a high port count with great flexibility in copper and fibre optic media type. The all-new CWGE2FE24MODMS is essentially a user-configurable chassis that accomm...

Basler's upcoming BIP2-D1920c-dn (Outdoor) and BIP2-D1920c-dn (Indoor) dome camera models provide real-time video with 1080p Full HD resolution at a frame rate of 30 fps. To minimize bandwidth consumption and storage requirements at such high resolutions and frame rates, Basler's IP Cameras offer a choice of two different H.264 compression profiles, one of which is the High Profile (up to level 5). This standard is also used in Blu-ray technology and will deliver smooth motion even when...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the Dinion Infrared Imager, a rugged camera designed for perimeter surveillance and other outdoor applications. With 2X-Dynamic Technology and Variable Field Illumination, the Dinion Infrared Imager consistently delivers high-quality video even in harshly lit or completely dark environments. Available in analogue and IP models, Dinion Infrared Imagers deliver up to 525 feet of detection level performance in low or no light. Designed to improve perim...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the Extreme Series Camera EX65 model Explosion Protected. This high-performance, affordable camera holds international explosion protected certifications to provide safe surveillance for hazardous locations, including oil and gas, petrochemical and chemical facilities. Designed for extreme environment operation, the Extreme Series Camera EX65 model's electropolished 316L stainless steel construction protects the camera from corrosion by reducing the...

Honeywell unveiled three new H.264, True Day/Night cameras; the HCD5MIHX box camera, the HD3MDIHX fixed mini dome for indoor use and the HD4MDIHX, a vandal resistant fixed mini dome. The cameras all use efficient compression technology to provide high picture quality at minimal bandwidth. Network and storage limitations have long been a barrier to the adoption of high definition (HD) cameras. Each new model provides 720p image quality at lower bandwidth by using H.264 compression to reduce t...

RISCO Group is pleased to introduce the Wireless Twin Beam, a breakthrough solution for outdoor perimeter protection of residential and commercial properties. RISCO's Wireless Twin Beam is based on the unique technologies of RISCO's Wireless Barrier Beams including Direct Sunlight Immunity, Green Consumption Technology, and Front Mounting Modules. The Wireless Twin beam is compact in size, yet superior to three PIR curtain detectors - A single Beam can protect several windows with its enha...

Axis Communications announces that edge storage is now available in Axis network cameras, with the market's first tight integration of the capability with leading video management software (VMS) partners such as Aimetis, Genetec, Milestone, OnSSI and SeeTec. The integration of Axis- edge storage with VMS enables more reliable video surveillance solutions. "Edge storage is a critical concept for improving reliability and flexibility in an IP-Surveillance system", says Phil Doyle, regi...

Raytec's RAYMAX Infra-Red series of LED lighting has delivered world leading power, flexibility and reliability for over 5 years. Over the past 18 months engineers at Raytec have squeezed over 20% more power from all RAYMAX illuminators as part of our continuous development and improvement programme, to hone the performance from all IR illuminators so that we continue to deliver ‘best in class' performance.  With no increase to electrical consumption or price, the improved power inc...

Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, announced the introduction of the Avigilon H.264 Analog Video Encoder, the latest version of its award-winning analog video encoder. The Avigilon H.264 Analog Video Encoder offers customers the most cost-effective way to realize the benefits of HD surveillance while leveraging existing investments in legacy surveillance systems.  "Avigilon offers a complete and open survei...

ComNet Europe of Leeds in the United Kingdom, a leading manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, has expanded its Ethernet product line by introducing two eight-port unmanaged switches that provides six or seven 100TX Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports and one or two 10/100TX or 100FX combination ports. This switch is designed for use in harsh environmental applications. The CNFE8USPOE provides a Power over Ethernet (PoE) function to peripheral devices that can be PoE powe...