Security cameras - News

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has introduced a special UK promotion which means that installers who buy any 8, 12 or 16 channel SD Range DVR are now eligible to receive a free ICED-HyperDome at the point of purchase, with two free HyperDomes available to those who opt for a 32-channel model.Designed to celebrate the continued manufacture of the popular ICE camera and mini-dome range, the promotion focuses on one of its standout lines, the award-winning ICED-HyperDome.  Its buil...

Sony is entering the megapixel marketplace with several new additions to its line-up of IP-based security network cameras, announced today at the 2008 International Security Conference (ISC) West show.  Sony's first megapixel cameras include the SNC-DM110 Megapixel Normal mini-dome, SNC-CM120 Megapixel CS mount Day/Night, and the SNC-DM160 Megapixel Rugged Day/Night mini-dome models. Each of the megapixel cameras will feature advanced complementary colour progressive scan CCDs with Son...

Lens manufacturer SENKOADL is one of few Asian producers to offer extensive warehousing in the UK, allowing distributors to work on short lead times and integrators to obtain units quickly. At IFSEC 2008, SENKOADL will be exhibiting its range of vari-focal, fixed and zoom lenses which are being specified at major projects across Europe.  Recent applications include traffic monitoring in the city of Edinburgh, machine vision at a car plant in Germany and quality control at a food packag...

Sony recently announced it will be unveiling for the first time in Europe, its latest offering to the security market.  From IP to analogue, indoor to outdoor, minidome to box cameras, and now megapixel models, Sony is able to offer its customers a choice of products to suit any application.  "Building on the success of Sony's existing security portfolio, the additional models have been introduced to afford customers and specialist Sony dealers even greater choice to suit their in...

IndigoVision will be showing for the first time a number of new products and enhancements for its integrated IP video solution at ISC West in Las Vegas, booth #7087.  These will include new additions to its popular IP dome range, a 4-channel transmitter/receiver rack and a major upgrade to its NVR capability.IndigoVision's new internal and external vandal resistant fixed IP domes are high-end professional CCTV cameras that incorporate a Sony EXview HAD CCD Sensor and the company's clas...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces that production of selected models from the award-winning range of Baxall ICE cameras and mini-domes has now commenced at its main manufacturing facility in Malta.Said Pauline Norstrom, Worldwide Head of Marketing at Dedicated Micros, "The move to ramp-up large scale production of Baxall ICE cameras and mini domes is a major landmark for us and, alongside extensive R&D at our headquarters in Daresbury, Cheshire, will ensure the future avai...

Leading CCTV systems supplier Ganz is warning that lighting is a critical, but often overlooked and misunderstood element of CCTV cameras' performance.  With increasingly important ‘green' issues and new legislation to consider, as well as valuable cost savings available from the latest lighting technology, the company has published a topical and useful 50-page Ganz Lighting Guide to help installers, end users, specifiers and consultants alike.The handy pocketsize guide provides a wea...

Network cameras and video servers from Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, will be installed to improve public transport security in a project being undertaken by Switzerland's largest transport operator - Schweizerische Bundesbahnen (SBB).  SBB has decided to install the recently launched AXIS 209MFD Network Camera in double-decker commuter trains serving Zürich to improve safety and security for passengers and personnel.The total installation order is estimat...

Leading CCTV systems supplier Ganz recently entertained a specially invited group of its approved installers and distributors at the British Open Golf Championship, held at Carnoustie in Scotland this summer. Hosting its guests in one of the hospitality areas at the course, the firm - including representatives from Ganz's specialist camera lens sister company Computar - enjoyed a dramatic finale to the event, when Padraig Harrington snatched victory over Sergio Garcia to win his first major...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has announced a number of key warranty initiatives to support its Dennard 2060 outdoor dome - from a 6 Months ‘No Quibble' Exchange scheme to a 4 Year Advanced Replacement service for installers - underlining its commitment to customer satisfaction and support for the best selling precision CCTV camera.Customers of Dedicated Micros who have purchased any 2060 dome camera from 1 September 2007 will now be able to take advantage of an industry-leading 6...

AD Group - the parent company of Dedicated Micros - has concluded a deal with the administrators of Baxall Limited, KPMG Corporate Restructuring, which will secure the ongoing supply of the Baxall ICE range of mini-domes and cameras.  The Daresbury-based CCTV specialist has acquired the intellectual property, current inventory, as well as the production equipment, ensuring the smooth transition of the range into AD Group and, specifically, the Dedicated Micros CCTV product family. &nbs...

With the dark, long, winter nights fast approaching, CCTV systems will come under increasing pressure to perform in low light conditions.  Some systems may not be up to the task and will fail to achieve the effective night-time images required.  With this in mind, Raytec have developed a "CCTV Lighting Pack" which is available to all installers, consultants and end-users.  The pack includes a complete set of CCTV lighting tools to help you achieve effective night-time im...

A leader in the manufacture of video security equipment, Pelco is pleased to announce several exciting new additions to its product line, which will be exhibited at the ASIS 2007 annual seminar and exhibits in Las Vegas next month. "We pride ourselves on consistently demonstrating excellence - with our fanatical customer service, on-time delivery, and by offering the broadest product line in the industry," says Scott Schafer, Pelco Sr. Vice President, North American Sales and Mark...

Dedicated Micros - part of AD Group - has launched a new CCTV Solutions guide to deliver in-depth details of the company's entire product range, from entry level to high performance enterprise systems.The landmark 44 page guide, which coincides with Dedicated Micros 25th Anniversary, represents the first time that the company has published a comprehensive overview of its CCTV products and their performance capabilities in one, convenient, reference guide. Crucially, the publication includes deta...

Ioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances designed for simplicity, announced today the release of the ioicam xptz100dn, an IP pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) camera with autonomous tracking capabilities.  Joining ioimage's line of ioicam intelligent video cameras, the xptz100dn is an all-weather, day/night camera with built-in analytics that delivers cost-effective security automation over wide areas.  With its ability to automatically detect and track intruders, vehicles and other...

Mayville Products Corporation formally announces the acquisition of the EMI Security Products business from APW Ltd.  On March 9, 2007, Mayville Products Corporation concluded the transaction and began manufacturing the EMI Security Products and fully supporting the EMI brand name.EMI Security Products is a well-recognized brand name and has provided camera housings to the security marketplace since 1985.  EMI Security Products include CCTV security camera enclosures, mounts, DVR and V...

Pixim's Orca Chipset delivers superior image data for more accurate and effective video analysis is to be demonstrated at ASIS, booth #1264.Pixim Incorporated's Orca Chipset, known for delivering wide dynamic range, excellent colour rendition and image quality, in any lighting conditions 24/7, is integrated into ioimage's first intelligent IP video camera offering, the new ioicam wdc100dn.Pixim's Orca Chipset, the only all digital image capture solution, is a pivotal technology component that ad...