Digital video recorders (DVRs) News

 Siqura can offer a range of real-time detection and post-event video retrieval options using analytics technology from Agent Vi Siqura B.V., manufacturer of advanced video surveillance solutions and member of TKH Group, announced that its single-channel IP video solutions are now capable of advanced video content analysis (VCA). Using analytics technology from Agent Vi, Siqura is able to offer a wide range of real-time detection and post-event video retrieval options, thus enhancing the ef...

The 2011 SIA Government Summit will will examine governmements' intersection with privacy and security A session at the Security Industry Association Government Summit this month will examine one of the most critical issues in the industry: how government privacy officials address the intersection of privacy and security when agencies implement government security initiatives.Chief Privacy Officers (CPOs) perform unique responsibilities that differ between agencies and have a significa...

Genetec has won the Ten Best Web Support Sites 2011 for its Technical Assistance Portal (GTAP)Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a provider of world-class IP security solutions, is proud to announce the recent win for Ten Best Web Support Sites 2011 for its Technical Assistance Portal (GTAP) awarded by the Association of Support Professionals (ASP). The GTAP is an online portal that was designed as an extension to Genetec's Technical Assistance Center to provide customers w...

Plustek Slim 240 and Slim 380, the most innovative Linux-based standalone network video recorders (NVRs), boast several powerful features that make them unique remote monitoring solutions. For example, their heat dissipation outer design, coupled with their embedded switch port, allow users to set connected network cameras in five easy steps. This, in turn, enables simple multi-site local recording, which saves video feeds directly into an internal storage system to bypass the need to run any...

Antoinette F.Modica will be heading the Canadian sales and marketing initiative for Samsung Techwin America  Samsung Techwin America, a global supplier of video surveillance and security products combining superior performance and value, has named Antoinette F. Modica as Canadian Director of Sales and Marketing. Ms. Modica comes to Samsung after almost 15 years at Panasonic Canada, where she managed the national sales and marketing of various product lines including security produ...

Teletec Connect commitment hepled 20 representatives to participate in the REHD training programe Teletec Connect has been accredited as an approved distributor for the SANYO Full HD camera range following the company’s successful participation in the SANYO REHD (Realising Education in High Definition) professional level training programme. Teletec Connect is a leading distributor of professional electronic security products in Scandinavia with their headquarters inStockholm,Swede...

 Videor enlarges its Power over Ethernet portfolio, essential for networked security technology, with PhihongOne of the world's largest power supply manufacturers is a recent addition to the Videor brand portfolio: Power over Ethernet Midspans, Splitters and Extenders enhance the wide product range of video surveillance solutions.Since March 2011 Videor has added Phihong PoE solutions to its product range in line with consistent enhancement of its portfolio. All maj...

In a post 9/11 world, in which people may think twice before attending large-scale entertainment events, security at public venues has become a paramount concern. The changing nature of security threats has placed additional pressure on facility managers around the world, whose primary goal is to reassure patrons of their safety and, at the same time, deliver an enjoyable experience. Recognizing the need to be proactive, management at Canberra Stadium in Australia's capital city has deployed an...

  11th European Security Conference & Exhibition will begin in April 2012 ASIS International has announced the opening of the call for presentation for its 11th European Security Conference & Exhibition which will take place in London on 15-17 April 2012. The 2012 Conference & Exhibition will kick off on Sunday 15 April with the President's Reception. Over the following 2 days, delegates will be able to attend 33 high-level educational sessions divided over 3 parallel t...

Quadrox® Inc, the market leader in standards-based network video solutions, announced the release of GuardNVR version 4.5. This solution is a high quality web-based network video recording and managing software from Quadrox that supports all applicable IT Standards and focuses on ease of use.New features of GuardNVR 4.5 include:Upgraded software:New camera models are supportedA new graphical look - now we are ready for the new Quadrox Fast Touch ClientSpecial features for retail: Over 15 dif...

Mobotix held it’s East Coast National Partner Conference in late March in Atlanta, attended by more than 150 visitors MOBOTIX, a leading provider of high-resolution, network-based security solutions, recently held its East Coast National Partner Conference in late March in Atlanta. More than 150 people attended the event including new and existing resellers, systems integrators and end users. Over the course of the three-day event, MOBOTIX reseller and integrator partners listen...

Siqura B.V., manufacturer of advanced video surveillance solutions and member of TKH Group, announced that it is currently developing an advanced camera platform that puts entire video analytics systems in stand-alone devices at the edge of the network. Taking analytics to the perimeter of a surveillance system not only enhances the overall efficiency of the system but ensures more accurate and effective analysis of critical video material.The camera platform will be released in the fall of 2011...

Samsung has introduced the SNO-5080R, a 1.3 megapixel weatherproof network bullet camera with built-in varifocal lens and IR LEDs which is capable of delivering high definition 720p images, both during the day and at night.The SNO-5080R can be installed virtually out of the box as it incorporates all the component parts of an external IP66 rated weatherproof camera, including a varifocal lens, sun shield and bracket. Thanks to the inclusion of built-in IR LEDs, it is capable of capturing high de...

UTC Fire and Security showcased some of their advanced products at IFSEC 2011UTC Fire & Security showcased the latest security and safety solutions from Lenel and Interlogix at IFSEC 2011 in Birmingham, U.K., May 16 – 19. UTC Fire & Security is a business unit of United Technologies Corporation.Lenel provides enterprise software, integrated systems and access control to manage multiple security systems, real-time intelligent video content analysis, biometric access, smart card...

For those who demand a convenient solution for integrating existing analog CCTV systems with newer IP-based systems, Compro offers the NC740 4-CH video server. The NC740 supports H.264 encoding at full D1 resolution and at a total of 120 FPS. On top of that, two-way audio communication, QoS support, video analytics, event notification, IO control, and SD local storage all make it to the NC740 feature list. Most notably, the NC740 boasts a simple and straightforward setup process, made possible...

Aimed for home users and small and medium businesses, Compro IP series Cube cameras and PTZ cameras have been receiving awards from media worldwide for their ease of use and unique features. Compro IP60, in particular, recently won the Best Buy award from the Hungarian media CHIP. Compro IP55, IP60 and IP70 cube camera offer advanced features such as H.264 megapixel video streaming, Day/Night functionality, SD local storage, WiFi upgrade module, Compro smartConnect technology, etc. Compro IP54...

The City of Sanford upgrades their five utility facilities and City Hall with Genetec's Security Center Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and provider of world-class IP security solutions, is proud to announce that the City of Sanford, Florida, has installed Genetec's unified security platform, the Security Center, for both access control and video surveillance in their new Public Safety Complex. The City of Sanford also chose Security Center to upgr...

 The Camera Excellence Awards witnessed the world's best HDCCTV and IP HD/Megapixel technology leaders The first ever Camera Excellence Awards for the world's best HDcctv and IP HD/Megapixel technology was organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd. The event took place at Secutech, the international exhibition and conference for electronic security, information security, and fire and safety industries, held from 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Center,...

Axis Communications introduces a new video encoder blade supporting high performance H.264 with true multi-streaming and two-way audio support on each channel, allowing operators to communicate with visitors. The new video encoder enables analogue cameras to be integrated into a more powerful IP-based video surveillance system.AXIS Q7414 Video Encoder Blade brings the benefits of intelligent network video and audio to existing and new analogue systems. The image shows a racket with 14 four-chann...

  Panomera camera technology from Dallmeier will boost the security industry The IFSEC Security Industry Awards, given every year on the occasion of the IFSEC fair in Birmingham, UK, honour the respective best products and innovations from the security technology sector launched on the market over the course of the previous twelve months. Particular emphasis is placed on the product's innovative features and how it sets itself apart from possible similar competitors‘ products.Thi...

 Nuremberg railway station in Germany is now well equipped with video surveillance cameras all over the premisesHikvision's 1.3 megapixel vandal-resistant dome cameras are being used at Nuremberg railway station in Germany, the largest railway station in northern Bavaria which currently receives 130,000 passengers every weekday. The cameras are allowing station management to protect travellers and provide them with context-sensitive information.As part of continuing improvements in customer...

 NICE will implement its security solution across different lines and cities in China's mass transit system to enhance safety NICE Systems Ltd., announced that China's Tianjin Metro will be implementing NiceVision's IP video security solution with video analytics to enhance the safety and security of 23 stations along its Line 2 route. This implementation will constitute the ninth deployment of NICE security solutions across different lines and cities in China's mass transit system, on...

Y-cam Solutions Ltd, the leading UK based manufacturer of easy to use network cameras, announced the Y-cam EyeBall, the company's first mini-dome style IP camera. Designed for discrete monitoring in office, retail and hospitality applications, the palm-sized dome has been built with ease-of-installation in mind. Just one cable runs from the device, and a one-click-install bracket allows for rapid fitting to walls or ceilings.By using Y-cam's uniquely developed Push &...

Samsung has introduced the SCV-2081R, a high performance, compact, vandal-resistant dome camera which has built-in IR LEDs enabling it to capture 600 TV lines resolution images at night, without the user incurring the cost of providing supplementary lighting. Suitable for a wide range of internal and external applications such as offices, retail stores, schools and hospitals, the IP66 rated SCV-2081R will work effectively in more demanding environments that are prone to severe or varying weather...

Instek Digital, a leading provider of digital video surveillance systems, has completed a two month project to tightly integrate its MatriVideo Network Video Recorder (NVR) with the new MOBOTIX Hemispheric Q24M 3 Megapixel IP camera. The MOBOTIX Hemispheric Q24M camera can now be used along with other MegaPixel camera brands that are supported by the Instek Digital Matrivideo platform. Instek Digital, which has been working in partnership with MOBOTIX for several years, decided to focu...

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has released Device Pack 5.4 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect® surveillance solutions. This release announces the Milestone Online Test Tool for vendors to verify the compatibility of their hardware - including ONVIF standard specifications. In addition, Device Pack 5.4 informs about the Milestone Screen Recorder, which captures screen recordings from any Windows-based PC or point-of-sale t...

Xtralis, a leading provider of proven solutions for 25+ years for the early detection of threats, has launched the ADPRO FastTrace 2 video and audio transmission, recording and analysis technology with optional analytics for both IP and analogue video remote monitoring applications. This offering is ideally suited for central monitoring stations in helping proactively protect their customer's people and assets.ADPRO by Xtralis is the leading provider of software and hardware that provides early,...

  Sony's installers are central to its video security business, and as part of the new programme for more growthSony Professional announced a registered partner scheme as part of its newly developed Video Security Channel Partner Programme, to offer a strong line up of tangible benefits to its new and existing installers, to help them drive their business forward. The new programme will introduce a tiered partner level approach, which will differentiate between partners to enable end-u...

 Panasonic will showcase its Super Dynamic 6 technology, i-Pro SmartHD and security systemsThe opening day of IFSEC 2011, is the first chance security delegates will get to see the latest developments in the Panasonic security line-up including highly anticipated Super Dynamic 6 technology which can deliver 160 times greater wide dynamic range, compared to conventional cameras.In addition to SD6, Panasonic will also use IFSEC 2011 as a platform to showcase its very latest award winning i-Pr...

 Surveon's NVR2000 is an ideal solution to meet the requirements of environments employing megapixel camerasMegapixel cameras have become a key trend in the security industry. The high bit rates and large required storage capacities accompanying this trend are posing challenges to the performance and stability of back-end NVR solutions. Regular PC-based solutions are not able to meet the performance demand of professional, multi-channel megapixel surveillance. Turning to COTS solutions, mea...