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ComNet introduces 26-port modular Gigabit Ethernet switch for commercial security applications

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 launches IP Cameras with real time video and HD resolution

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...

Honeywell unveils three new True/Day Night HD cameras equipped with efficient compression technology

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...

Avigilon launches cost-effective Avigilon H.264 analogue high definition video encoder

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...

Milestone is global leader for open platform IP video management software for seventh consecutive year

Milestone has expanded their global presence by opening offices in Brazil, Bulgaria, and IndiaIndependent market research firm IMS Research has reported for the seventh year in a row that Milestone Systems is the global leader for open platform IP video management software. Milestone has expanded their global presence this year by opening offices in Brazil, Bulgaria and India, as part of the company's strategic plans for continued success in the high-growth market for IP video surveillance.IMS...

ComNet introduces eight port unmanaged switch with PoE

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...

IPVideo Corporation introduces Legacy Bridge a new digital bridge

IPVideo Corporation, a leading provider of video management and physical security information management (PSIM) solutions, announced the Legacy Bridge, a new digital bridge for easy and affordable integration of analogue cameras into a network-based video management system. The Legacy Bridge is now bundled for no additional charge with IPVideo Corporation's industry leading Sentry VMS video management systems, enabling organisations to implement a powerful IP video surveillance solution while p...

AFI mini-switches' fibre communications provide multiple advantages for networked systems

 The mini-switches also include diagnostic indicators to display system status American Fibertek, Inc.'s series of Ethernet mini-switches unleash the bandwidth, distance and speed advantages of fibre optic transmission for networked systems, with models compatible with single- or multimode fibre providing a range of transmission speeds. The four series of single or dual-fibre units hardened to withstand harsh conditions and extreme temperatures (AFI) feature power over Ethernet (PoE) capabi...

Sony Electronics unveils its new IPELA HYBRID solutions at ASIS 2011

 Sony IPELA HYBRID solutions are suitable for various surveillance applicationsSony Electronics recently announced the introductory lineup of its new IPELA HYBRID solutions at the ASIS International Conference. These are comprised of the five Z-Series cameras including fixed-angle, PTZ and minidome models combined with receiver units. Together, these are suitable for a broad range of surveillance applications, especially upgrades to legacy analog/coax installations. More than just a new...

Genetec’s Omnicast IP video surveillance system integrates with Barco’s TransForm N platform to boost efficiency

 The interface between CMS and Omnicast can deliver IP video streams to EOC Visualisation pioneer Barco has optimised its universal visualisation platform to interface directly with Genetec's Omnicast IP video surveillance system to boost efficiency, flexibility and collaboration in centres responsible for emergency and crisis management.In an emergency operations centre (EOC) where seconds can be critical to survival, Barco's TransForm N with Control Room Management Suite (CMS) software sp...

AFI introduces Pilot v4.5 enterprise video management system with enhanced client- and server-related features

 Another new feature of Pilot v4.5 is availability of management reports about camera and system use American Fibertek, Inc. announces the new Pilot v4.5 enterprise video management system (VMS), a complete management software system offering enhanced client- and server-related features and new software drivers to support integration of even more video, audio and data products, environmental sensors and network switches. At the server level, Pilot v4.5 offers dashboard-...

Verint Systems Nextiva IP video portfolio continues to win accolades for innovation and value

  Nextiva IP video solutions allow investment optimisation Verint Systems Inc. announced that its Nextiva IP Video portfolio is continuing to earn wide industry recognition for innovation and value.Frost & Sullivan "Customer Value Enhancement Award" In August, Frost & Sullivan presented Verint with a 2011 Customer Value Enhancement Award, citing Verint's ongoing commitment to deliver innovative solutions for optimising its customers' security investments. Accordi...

Schneider Electric to showcase its new Pelco video security product line at ASIS 2011

 Schneider specialise in integrated and building management solutionsLeading the security industry with leading video security, Schneider Electric is pleased to announce many new additions to its Pelco video security product line to be exhibited at the ASIS International trade show in Orlando, Florida. In addition, discover the power of integrated security.Schneider Electric delivers integrated security and building management solutions that let you control you...

Milestone Systems launches IP video management software XProtect Professional 8 for mid-sized installations

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, at its MIPS Europe partner event announced XProtect Professional 8 with the power to do more for mid-size businesses, and XProtect Express, a brand new product that makes video enabling easy for smaller businesses."Milestone now has an even stronger and more competitive family of open platform IP video management software, offering more options from the world?s leading solution provider: deeper functionality, fast...

mobiDEOS appoints former police chief Stephen M. Cercone as Law Enforcement Advisor

  Mr. Cercone will lead the company's efforts in the public safety and law enforcement markets Video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS has added former police chief Stephen M. Cercone as Law Enforcement Advisor, contributing industry knowledge and years of experience as the company intensifies its law enforcement strategy. Mr. Cercone will lead the company's efforts in the public safety and law enforcement markets. Mr. Cercone, a graduate of the FBI National Academy i...

OnSSI announces new technology partnership with KapLogic Corp

 The partnership is between Ocularis v2.0 and Aegis (PSIM) software by KapLogic CorpOnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture, intelligent IP-based video surveillance software, announces a new technology partnership between the Ocularis v2.0 software platform and Aegis physical security information management (PSIM) software by KapLogic Corp., a developer of advanced security integration products.Used together, the two technologies enable incorporation of the functionality and infinite...

Samsung H.264 SRD series upgraded to provide compatibility with recently introduced hard disk drives

All DVRs in the Samsung H.264 SRD series have been upgraded to provide compatibility with the recently introduced selected 2TB hard disk drives manufactured by Seagate and Western Digital. For models featuring built-in DVD drives this allows up to 8TB of onboard storage and up to a massive 10TB for models without built-in DVD drives. "The SRD series of DVRs have always been price competitive but they now offer even better value with the introduction of the 2TB hard disk drive compatibility,"...

EverFocus EQH5200 series HDcctv and EAN3200 series IP cameras to employ Theia’s new megapixel auto-iris lenses

 EverFocus will use Theia's megapixel auto-iris lenses in its new HDcctv 1080p and IP2 megapixel cameras  EverFocus Electronics Corp. has selected Theia's new megapixel auto-iris lenses for use on the EQH5200 series HDcctv and EAN3200 series IP cameras that will be released at ASIS, in Orlando, Florida, September 19 - 21, 2011.  These two lenses, along with Theia's SY110A lens are now offered as optional accessories across EverFocus' portfolio of megapixel box cameras.&n...

Honeywell introduces MAXPRO NVR SE network video recorder into the market

Honeywell introduced an all-in-one network video recorder (NVR) designed to help organisations simplify the transition from traditional analogue video surveillance to the latest digital, IP-based technology.MAXPRO NVR SE (Standard Edition) includes pre-configured hardware, software, storage and all required licenses in one box, allowing for easier setup than conventional NVR's. It also includes a patented feature that allows security personnel to more efficiently track individuals as they move...

Arecont, AxxonSoft and Pivot3 to demonstrate video surveillance solutions at European road shows

The high-tech approach of the companies will showcase the advantages of integrated solutions Arecont Vision, AxxonSoft and Pivot3 are elevating their event format to deliver an immersive experience for attendees at their European road shows scheduled for this fall. Together they will demonstrate state-of-the-art video surveillance solutions with a "virtual shopping centre installation" presentation. The high-tech approach will showcase the advantages of integrated solutions,...

Milestone third party VMS to support Bosch 832 series IP cameras

 Milestone has released Device Pack 5.6 that offers dedicated integrationMilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, has released Device Pack 5.6 that offers dedicated integration between Milestone XProtect software and the new Bosch 832 series of IP cameras. Milestone XProtect is hereby the first third-party video management software to support the newest models in this Bosch line of IP cameras."Milestone and Bosch have worked closely together to ensu...

Verint recognised as "Top 10 Foreign Security Brand in China" by HC360 Security Networks

  Verint was recognised for its brand strength and technologyVerint® Systems Inc. announced that it has been named a "Top 10 Foreign Security Brand in China" by HC360 Security Networks, a B2B ecommerce service provider specialising in physical security solutions for China-based operations. HC360 Security Networks accorded Verint this designation in June 2011 in recognition of the company's brand strength and technology excellence in China's highly competitive physical sec...

ADPRO by Xtralis provides security and prevents thefts at major warehouse

 The ADPRO FastTrace 2 is a highly reliable technology with analytics for both IP and analogue CCTVNext generation video and audio transmission technology from ADPRO by Xtralis is helping to prevent further break-ins at a major warehousing facility in the West Midlands, after it suffered a number of attacks resulting in thousands of pounds worth of stock being stolen.Stock was previously stored at several regional distribution centres throughout the UK, but has now been brought under one ro...

Matrox Extio F2408 KVM extender to be exhibited at Milestone Systems partner booth at Security 2011 Expo

 Operators can control keyboard, mouse, and four displays of their system from up to one kilometre away using F2408The Matrox Extio F2408 KVM extender will be at the forefront of partner Milestone Systems' exhibit at Security 2011 Exhibition & Conference in Sydney, Australia. The Extio F2408 will drive a 2X2 display wall in promotion of Milestone's open-platform software for managing IP-network-based video surveillance solutions, with video from various makes of cameras appearing on the...

New IP CCTV cameras from Siemens provide comprehensive coverage of standard requirements

With just ten versatile models, the new range of high-performance IP CCTV cameras from Security Products from Siemens comprehensively covers all standard requirements. Security system designers and installers can, therefore, easily select the best and most cost effective camera for every application without having to choose between dozens of models from several different ranges. Maintenance and servicing are also simplified, as only a small number of spare cameras are needed to deal with a...

Arecont awards Milestone as Technology Partner of the Year – Joint Marketing

The award acknowledges the strong collaborative efforts of the two companiesMilestone Systems, the globally leading open platform company in IP video management software, has received an award from Arecont Vision, manufacturer of megapixel network cameras: 2010 Technology Partner of the Year - Joint Marketing. This award acknowledges the strong collaborative efforts of the two companies to expand and support the market for megapixel IP network surveillance systems.  "Arecont Vision an...

Dallmeier UK opens new demonstration facility in the City of London

 The showcased products include a range of analogue, IP and High-Definition camerasDallmeier UK are pleased to announce the opening of a state-of-the-art demonstration suite at CMS plc's new offices. Just 2 minutes from Canary Wharf in Highway Business Park. The showcased products include a range of analogue, IP and High-Definition cameras connected to digital recording systems which guarantee the highest availability of the video data. They are controlled by the Dallmeier digital/virtual m...

Compro adds two retail channels to extend its IP surveillance products offering in Europe

 Compro IP series Cube and PTZ network cameras recently went on sale at a retail chain in HungaryCompro has been working hard on the development and strengthening of sales relationship with European distributors and retailers. In this past month, Compro has added two additional retail channels in the European region. In cooperation with the new channel partners, Compro is bringing its award-winning and easy-to-use IP surveillance products to more European consumers. Going retail in Hungary...

CBC debuts its plug and play VSoIP GO, a low-cost entry-level IP video management system

Leading surveillance systems provider CBC (Europe) has debuted its exciting and pioneering plug and play VSoIP GO, a low-cost entry-level IP video management system. CBC believes IP video systems don't have to be complicated and time-consuming to install and VSoIP GO is wizard-driven - meaning it will find and work with a range of devices such as Ganz IP cameras, without the need for manual network configuration of them. It's as simple as click, launch and GO. Designed for applications in...

Basler begins series production of new cameras featuring full HD resolution

After the series production start of two IP Fixed Box Camera models with CMOS sensors in April, Basler has now initiated series production of another CMOS camera model and also two IP dome camera models with CCD sensors.The latest CMOS box camera model, the BIP2-1920c-dn, provides 1080p Full HD resolution and a frame rate of up to 30 fps at an attractive price. In addition, CMOS sensors feature a number of advantages regarding image quality, such as the almost complete lack of smearing e...