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ID&C Take RFID Wristband Technology To South American Event Market
ID&C take RFID wristband technology to South American event market festivals outdoor events event technology an Event Magazine ID&C Ltd, the global market leader in RFID wristbands and credentials for live events, and PasseVIP, Brazil’s largest security wristband provider have announced a strategic partnership that will see the latest RFID wristband technology reach South America’s expanding live entertainment sector. The partnership follows a successful RFID wristband deployment at the Rock in Rio festival last summer, where 40,000 of ID&C’s RFID wristbands were used for contactless payments and access control. Since launching its RFID wristbands at the Coachella Festival in 2011, ID&C has gone on to supply more than 3.5 million RFID products to live events around the world including in 2013, The UEFA Champions Festival, Rock in Rio, Bonnaroo and British Summer Time. ID&C’s head of RFID, Steve Daly said, “South America and more specifically Brazil is a very tech savvy and forward thinking territory. We wanted to align ourselves with a company that has the same ethics and customer focus that we pride ourselves on here at ID&C. We are delighted to be working with PasseVIP to service the growing demand in Brazil for our products. With this new wristband technology, patrons will no longer need to carry a lot of cash into festival venues, which translates into added safety for the public”, says Antonio Bindi, co-owner of PasseVIP. “Furthermore, with the use of RFID we will get people out of the huge lines, thus increasing sales and […]
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AXIS Launches Q60-S PTZ Network Dome Cameras For Surveillance And Remote Monitoring Applications
Published on 30 Jan, 2014 The new top-of-the-line AXIS Q60-S PTZ Dome Network Cameras in nitrogen-pressurised stainless steel casings are ideal for surveillance and remote monitoring applications in marine, mining, oil and gas environments, as well as food, medical and clean room manufacturing facilities. The rust-free cameras can resist the corrosive effect of sea water and cleaning chemicals, and withstand high-pressure steam cleaning. Pressurised nitrogen prevents internal condensation. Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, recently launched three outdoor-ready, marine-grade stainless steel cameras that enable 360° coverage of wide areas in resolutions up to HDTV 1080p and great zoomed-in detail with up to 36x optical zoom. “AXIS Q60-S cameras provide exceptional video surveillance and high durability for reliable performance in demanding indoor and outdoor environments,” says Erik Frännlid, Axis’ Director of Product Management. “The stainless steel models are the latest additions to our newly upgraded AXIS Q60 PTZ Dome Series.” AXIS Q60-S cameras, with SAE 316L stainless steel and a nylon clear dome cover, can operate in -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F). They have IP66, IP6K9K, NEMA 4X and MIL-STD-810G 509.5 approvals, ensuring protection against dust, rain, high pressure/steam jet cleaning, snow, ice and salt fog. The cameras come with a multi-connector cable and a media converter switch that allows for network connection using standard network or fibre optic cables. The switch also enables the cameras to connect to external alarm devices via two configurable input/output ports and to 12 V power. Stainless steel mounting accessories are […]
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TDSi Directors Highlight Security And Access Control Trends For 2014
Published on 31 Jan, 2014 Last year saw a big rise in integrated systems in the security sector and 2014 looks set to follow this pattern with a number of technologies and trends coming to the fore With the integration of different security, IT and building services, 2014 looks to be a year of evolution rather than revolution Access Control continues to innovate by embracing new technology in 2014 – by John Davies, Managing Director & Mike Sussman, Engineering and Operations Director at TDSi . Last year saw a big rise in integrated systems in the security sector and 2014 looks set to follow this pattern with a number of technologies and trends coming to the fore. With Integration of different security, IT and building’s services coming together, 2014 looks set to be a year of evolution rather than revolution – which from a business point of view ideally places the industry in a strong position to maintain growth. Near Field Communications (NFC) A technology that has been promising to do big things for some time is Near Field Communications (NFC). Whilst the technology for it has been available for some time, NFC’s success will be determined by the tipping point from the number of enabled mobile devices and the public’s willingness to use them to gain secure access to secure doorways. However the use of NFC has also been spurred on by a number of new compatible stand-alone locks which are especially well suited to access control using […]
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DNF Security Launches Highly Customizable Falcon 50TC Surveillance Video Recording Platform
Extremely affordable surveillance solution is purpose-built for small to medium-sized deployments supporting up to 32 camera channels plus number of IP cameras. Hayward, CA (PRWEB) January 29, 2014 DNF Security, a business unit of Dynamic Network Factory (DNF) and a leading provider of mission-critical IP surveillance solutions, today launches its new Falcon 50tc hybrid NVR solution capable of recording up to 32 analog camera channels and a vast array of certified IP cameras in one easy to use and highly customizable system. The Falcon 50tc incorporates the highest quality components in an enhanced, purpose-built, upgradable and cost-effective solution. It is the ideal choice for small to medium-sized deployments supporting analog and IP based hardware. Flexible Falcon 50tc appliances can also double as video workstations with custom configurations providing up to 8 high resolution DVI monitor outputs to meet your surveillance project needs. "Optimized for video recording and storage, our Falcon 50tc towers are the foundation of a quiet and powerful video recording solution that offers multiple upgrade paths as your surveillance project grows in size to help accommodate the need for increased performance from the solution," said Mo Tahmasebi, president and CEO for Dynamic Network Factory. DNF Security’s latest addition to the Falcon family of products features an open hardware platform which allows you to choose a powerful fourth generation Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 processor, internal video storage capacities of up to 20TB, 8GB or more of high speed video cache and an optional advanced hardware RAID […]
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Sea-Tac Security Cam Captures Man Running Toward Tarmac
Sea-Tac security cam captures man running toward tarmac SEATAC, Wash. – Security camera video obtained by KOMO News shows how a man was able to walk through a restricted emergency exit and make his way toward the tarmac at Sea-Tac Airport. The security breach happened Jan. 9 between gates 2 and 3 in Sea-Tac’s D concourse. An airport spokesperson says the mentally ill man opened a glass door exit that leads to stairs, which lead to the tarmac. Baggage handlers noticed the man and tackled him when he tried to run away from the terminal. Police arrested the suspect and took him to the King County Jail. They did not release his name or age. He was not armed and did not make any verbal threats. Officials say he had a ticket and made it through security with no problem. The incident raises questions about security breaches at the airport and whether passengers should be concerned. "By tackling him they were obviously on point about what they needed to do," said Annie Salonen. "If for some reason someone does get past that then they’ll be taken care of." Port of Seattle Police Chief Colleen Wilson said while her officers are ready to react quickly to any threat, all employees are expected to challenge anybody who appears to be in a restricted area without authorization. She applauds what the baggage handlers did. "It’s a really great example of the multiple layers of security we have built in here at the […]
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With Better Security Technology, Hotels Shore Up Blind Spots
Ben Thiele, assistant general manager at the Hotel Monaco Seattle, adjusting a basement security camera. Stuart Isett for The New York Times At a poker tournament in Barcelona last September, Jens Kyllönen, a professional player, said that his room at Hotel Arts was broken into and malware was installed on his computer to transmit anything he saw on his screen as he played. Despite video camera systems and electronic key card entry logs, no one was caught. Although he said he discovered the malware in time, he says he is much more careful now about where he stores his belongings and secures his computer. Hotel Arts declined to comment, saying it was a private event. His case is just one in what has become a technological cat-and-mouse game between hotels and criminals. Smaller and cheaper cameras, smarter key card systems and communication among hotels add up to a more closely watched environment than in the past. Criminals are also using new technology to foil security measures and execute scams. Cameras are typically installed in public spaces like lobbies and hallways, said H. Skip Brandt, executive director of the International Lodging Safety and Security Association in Boston, and director of security at a hotel in downtown Boston. The numbers of those monitored public spaces are multiplying as video cameras and systems come down in price and increase in power. Advanced closed-circuit video systems provide “low-light vision, facial recognition, and movement and color recognition analysis software,” said Tom McElroy, a partner […]
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Canon Powers Middle East?s Security Sector With Launch Of Latest IP-cameras
By Kirsty McMahon on January 28, 2014 Canon VB S30D (Custom) Canon Middle East has further consolidated its security camera business in the Middle East region with the launch of its ‘S’ series innovative IP security cameras. The new models were unveiled to the region’s security and surveillance channel including resellers and system integrators for the first time at Intersec 2014, the largest security solutions exhibition in the Middle East. The new ultra-compact ‘S’ series has been designed for indoor environments which require sensitive monitoring of specific areas or items, such as the retail, education, commercial and hospitality sectors. Speaking about the launch of this unique range at Intersec, held in Dubai in January, Sam Oommen Product Manager – IP Camera and Projector, Canon Middle East, said, “This is the second time we have exhibited at Intersec in Dubai. In 2013 we showcased a broad range of our products and services, but this year we focused on highlighting the unique features of our full HD IP cameras. We launched four new cameras from our stand at the event, taking the opportunity to highlight and demonstrate the analytic features that are built into the cameras themselves. “Analytic features, such as low light and moving object analysis, are customarily software features.” Oommen adds, “We are the first company to build a small, compact camera with these features incorporated into the hardware itself. It was our goal at the exhibition to give visitors to our stand first hand experience of our products, […]
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Status Of The CMOS Image Sensor Industry 2014
Status of the CMOS Image Sensor Industry 2014 – Product Image “A 10% CAGR is forecast for the CMOS image sensor market from 2013 – 2018” As major technology changes continue to reshape the industrial landscape, a 10% CAGR is forecast for the CMOS image sensor market from 2013 – 2018. The market will reach a total value of US$13B by 2018, driven by consumer and automotive applications. Many different applications are driving CMOS image sensor integration. It’s likely that the consumer market will benefit from new mobile technologies. As such, we foresee consumer applications (tablets, DSC etc.) to be the growth driver over the next five years (which is the opposite of the previous five years, which were driven exclusively by mobile applications). Moreover, after being dominated by CCD, DSC applications are now shifting towards CMOS. And while DSLR will be a substitution market, the next wave is likely to be automotive applications, which could become CIS’ third big market. Indeed, the CIS sensor market in automotive is showing steady growth, which is expected to continue in the coming years; possibly become CIS’ third-largest CIS market. Automotive also demands new technologies such as high dynamicrange sensors and near infra-red response, and will benefit (with appropriate optimization) from technology developments in the handset market. A shift from driving assistance applications to security-based applications may imply significant quality and reliability design improvements in the near future, possibly leading to traditional automotive product providers entering the market with more exuberance. Many […]
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Sony Announces SNC-HM662 360-Degree Hemispheric View Dome IP-camera For Indoor And Outdoor Environments
Published on 28 Jan, 2014 Sony recently announced the SNC-HM662, a 360-degree hemispheric-view dome IP camera that makes it possible for users to have five megapixel (MP) high-resolution video and a 360-degree view of an area with just one camera. The SNC-HM662 is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments such as retail outlets, campuses and commercial buildings. It helps users eliminate blind spots and enhance situational awareness. The SNC-HM662 features a 360-degree panomorph lens and is certified as an ImmerVision Enables solution. ImmerVision technology generates clearer images and provides more pixels at the edge of a frame for better clarity and resolution towards the edge of the lens, compared to traditional fisheye lenses. This outstanding camera is also optimised to maximise the sensor coverage, resulting in a higher resolution where necessary. These features combined make the camera an ideal choice for a panoramic overview. It also supports fast, responsive electronic pan/tilt/zoom (ePTZ) and 11 different viewing modes through the Sony Web viewer. “Due to evolving security needs, users now expect an IP camera to provide usable video for multiple applications,” said Mr Riki Nishimura, General Manager of Visual Security Solutions Division, Professional Solutions Company (PSAP) at Sony Electronics Asia Pacific. “Sony has designed the SNC-HM662 with that very purpose in mind. Its circular field of view and five megapixel resolution means that the camera’s images can either be used on their own or to complement any type of surveillance system – perfect for office spaces, departmental stores, warehouses […]
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Axis Communications Launches Nitrogen Pressurized Stainless Steel Dome Cameras
By Kirsty McMahon on January 28, 2014 Kent Fransson (Custom) World leader in network video, Axis Communications, has launched three outdoor-ready, marine-grade stainless steel cameras. These cameras enable 360° coverage of wide areas with resolutions of up to HDTV 1080p and zoomed-in detail with up to 36x optical zoom. The top-of-the-line AXIS Q60-S PTZ Dome Network Cameras, in nitrogen-pressurised stainless steel casings, are ideal for surveillance and remote monitoring applications in marine, mining, oil and gas environments, as well as food, medical and clean room manufacturing facilities. The rust-free cameras can resist the corrosive effect of sea water and cleaning chemicals, and withstand high-pressure steam cleaning, while the pressurized nitrogen casing prevents internal condensation. The cameras, with SAE 316L stainless steel and a nylon clear dome cover, can operate in -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F). In addition, they have IP66, IP6K9K, NEMA 4X and MIL-STD-810G 509.5 approvals, ensuring protection against dust, rain, high pressure/steam jet cleaning, snow, ice and salt fog. The Q60-S comes with a multi-connector cable and a media converter switch that allows for network connection using standard network or fiber optic cables. The switch also enables the cameras to connect to external alarm devices via two configurable input/output ports and to 12 V power. Stainless steel mounting accessories are sold separately. Kent Fransson, Product Manager for Axis, spoke to SecurityNewsDesk about the revolutionary product, saying, “The development of this camera came about following calls from the oil industry for a more durable camera that could […]
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Promise Technology Vess Series NVRs Certified With SeeTec
PromiseTechnology Vess Series NVRs Product Image PromiseTechnology Vess Series NVRs Product Image HSINCHU, TAIWAN and SON, THE NETHERLANDS – Jan 28, 2014) – PROMISE Technology, Inc. , one of the storage industry’s global leaders, announces that the Vess A2000 NVR storage appliance for IP video surveillance and the Vess R2000 external storage series are now certified for use with SeeTec ‘s video management software (VMS). SeeTec develops powerful VMS solutions that provide maximum flexibility and scalability for video surveillance projects of any size. Certification by SeeTec ensures compatibility with the Vess storage series, delivering a reliable solution with consistent and stable performance. Vess NVR storage appliances and external storage solutions are optimized for video surveillance applications and integrate seamlessly with the software from SeeTec. The Vess series reduces the complexity and costs of surveillance deployments while delivering unparalleled quality and reliability. Additionally, PROMISE’s proven storage solutions deliver countless advantages, including robust error handling that enables the capability for non-stop recording without dropping frames. Founded in 1997, SeeTec has become one of the leading VMS developers in Europe, providing solutions which can be tailored to the needs of industries and customers. As one of the first providers of network-based video management applications, SeeTec has developed industry vertical solutions which help customers fulfill their security requirements and unlock hidden potential in their business processes. "Almost every business and organization faces the challenge of protecting its interests and assets against security threats with video surveillance solutions that reduce complexity and costs while optimizing performance," […]
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Oakland Privacy Activists Threaten To Sue The City To Stop Surveillance Project
Captain Darren Allison addressed the League of Women Voters forum last week on the DAC. A coalition of activists opposed to the construction of Oakland’s Domain Awareness Center say they’re ready to take the city to court to stop the controversial surveillance project. Brian Hofer, a lawyer working with the Oakland Privacy Working Group, is delivering a letter to Mayor Jean Quan, the city council, the city administrator, and the city attorney today. The letter states that the group will "seek judicial relief" to halt the project. Hofer and his clients claim that the planned contractor to carry out work on Phase 2 of the DAC, Schneider Electric, is also a nuclear weapons contractor, and that hiring the company would violate Oakland’s Nuclear Weapons Free Zone Ordinance. The Express reported on November 19, 2013 that all of the contractors under consideration for the contract to build the DAC were linked to nuclear weapons work , but that Schneider Electric seemed to have only indirect contracts, providing security cameras to a Navy nuclear weapons facility. Since then the Oakland Privacy Working Group uncovered detailed evidence of what they say is Schneider Electric’s close work with military and US Energy Department agencies that design, build, and deploy nuclear weapons systems. The letter delivered to the city today includes a photocopy of Schneider Electric marketing materials in which the company describes itself as a "global specialist" in "weapon launching control system for nuclear submarines," and "nuclear weapons handling systems." The activists have […]
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Pilot Project Begins To Replace Your Hotel Key With Your Smartphone Using Bluetooth
Soon enough you’ll be able to walk into a hotel, straight past the front desk and have your door open automatically for you without any extra effort required, thanks to a new pilot project by Starwood Hotels (via WSJ ). Two hotels are debuting keyless entry via smartphones that have a companion app installed and can communicate via Bluetooth 4.0, one in Harlem and one in Cupertino, with both set to go live before the end of the first quarter of this year. Notably, the tech doesn’t use NFC, but rather opts for low-energy Bluetooth, which is available on Apple’s latest iPhone models as well as on most contemporary high-end Android smartphones. The implementation by Starwood would deploy virtual keys via their smartphone app to hotel guests, which would allow the guests to then open their hotel room door simply by tapping or gesturing with their device once they arrive. Starwood is bullish on the potential of the tech: CEO Frits van Paasschen told the WSJ that it believes this will be the “new standard” for hotel access, once it gets past the novelty stage. Of course, it has some potential limitations, like how to easily provision multiple keys for guests and their kids, as well as making sure that the tech is secure enough that patrons are comfortable with it. Plus, unforeseen parts of the check-in experience like arriving hours early are things that are often dealt with on the fly by the people manning the desk, so […]
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VIVOTEK Cameras Ensure Public Rental Housing Security In Hong Kong
Published on 27 Jan, 2014 Vivotek cameras provide high-standard security for Kai Tak Development VIVOTEK cameras provide information for identifying vehicle licence plate numbers in outdoor and indoor spaces Background Cheung Hing Electronic Electrical Engineering Co., Ltd. , a system integrator in Hong Kong working with VIVOTEK distributor EverBest Technologies , recently completed implementation of a surveillance system for ensuring public rental housing security for Kai Tak Development, which is a huge and highly complex development project planned by the local government in Hong Kong. The customer, Kai Tak Development, requested a surveillance system that can be used to monitor the indoor and outdoor spaces of a new public rental housing community, including areas such as the entrance, the main door, aisles, stairs, exits and lifts. The system was expected to ensure residents’ security by acquiring comprehensive environmental information. Thus, effective surveillance of public areas is of paramount importance. A full range and high quality megapixel video surveillance system has been considered as the best solution. Solution To achieve this goal, Cheung Hing Electronic Electrical Engineering installed a total of 368 VIVOTEK cameras in six models: eighty-two FD8136 , forty-five IP8335H, one hundred and forty-three FD8335H, thirty-four SD8121 , nine IP8152 , and fifty-five VS8102 . Features as mini size, P-iris, auto iris, vandal-proof properties, wide dynamic range, PTZ functions, and high resolution are primary reasons that Cheung Hing Electronic Electrical Engineering selected these cameras. These features were vital for capturing images that can provide accurate and comprehensive information […]
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Class War: Teachers Push For Security Cameras
Teachers say they are fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. Teachers say they are fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. Source: Getty Images As the school year begins, a statewide survey shows three-quarters of teachers have experienced some form of violence from students – a spike from 55 per cent in just four years. What do you think? Would cameras help? Who should pay for them? Have your say in the comment box below. And more than half have been subjected to verbal abuse or physical threats from parents. The results are revealed in a Herald Sun survey of more than 860 educators statewide. READ MORE COMMENTS FROM OUR TEACHERS SURVEY HERE Teachers warned they were fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. "Disrespectful and hateful students are coming through, not because of their schools, but because of how society is progressing," one said. "There is a general lack of respect towards teachers that needs to be addressed," said another. "Too many teachers are exposed to aggressive parents and not enough support is given." Australian Principals Federation president Chris Cotching said cameras would be an "absolute deterrent" for violent mums and dads. The union is pushing for cameras in all school foyers but believes they are not necessary in classrooms because parents are the biggest troublemakers. Mr Cotching said some aggressive parents vowed they would "get" […]
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Coast Guard to propose cruise ship video surveillance rules
Nearly four years after passage of a comprehensive cruise safety law, the U.S. Coast Guard is getting ready to propose a rule for three of the trickiest provisions in the legislation. The proposed rule, expected out in June, will outline how cruise lines can comply with a requirement in the Cruise Vessel Safety and Security Act that they deploy technology for “capturing images of passengers or detecting passengers who have fallen overboard.” Also addressed in the rule will be how a cruise ship’s video surveillance system should be operated to document crimes on the ship and assist in their later prosecution. Advocates of the law say the provisions will make passengers feel more secure about taking a cruise. But the cruise industry has raised red flags about the cost and practicality of applying the law. In one instance, a cruise line told auditors at the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that just doubling the time it keeps video footage from 14 to 28 days would cost an extra $21.8 million. Most of the 15 provisions in the 2010 act, such as peepholes in cabin doors and standard rail heights, had been translated into Coast Guard guidance by June 2011. The remaining ones involved complex technologies and, in some cases, language in the law that didn’t set a clear benchmark for gauging compliance. In the case of detecting when persons fall overboard, the law called for compliance “to the extent that such technology is available.” The Coast Guard asked for input […]
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a.p.i. Monitoring Adds Support For IP Communications From Bosch Systems
A long-discussed plan to bring free WiFi to downtown Beaufort could be up and running by the end of February. A “wire-cutting” ceremony is tentatively planned for Feb. 28. Main Street Beaufort, USA, has been working with Hargray Communications and the city of Beaufort on the plan, which would bring wireless Internet service to the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Transmission equipment would be set up at the park’s pavilion and at the restrooms near the playground. “I’m ready to pull my big scissors out of my closet and sharpen them up so we cut that wire,” Main Street Beaufort executive director LaNelle Fabian said. “I love when we cross long-term projects off our list.” To use the WiFi on a smartphone, tablet, computer or other device, people will have to pass through a landing page with advertisements, information and links related to Beaufort. The service, which will cost $9,000 for the first year, is being paid for in part by that advertising. There are 17 ad spaces, with costs ranging from $375 to $1,500 for the banner at the top of the page, Fabian said. “I tried to keep the price down and small-business friendly, because our first go-around is going to be to downtown businesses so they can target the people who are downtown,” she said. Main Street seeks $4,500 in accommodations-tax money from the city to pay for the rest. The accommodations tax, often referred to as a “bed tax,” is a levy on overnight lodging […]
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Vision-Box Gets Latvian Contract For National Biometric Enrollment Station Deployment
January 23, 2014 – Vision-Box has been awarded a contract for the delivery of automated biometric enrollment solutions to the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs of Latvia. The company says this confirms its leadership in the Baltic region. According to Vision-Box, the new units will be used to capture citizen biometric data (face and fingerprint) as well as signature in the process of renewing an identity document. “This project confirms that, as far as identity management is concerned, one size doesn’t fit all,” Miguel Leitmann, SVP at Vision-Box said. “For every enrollment scenario there’s a solution addressing its specific needs, always providing the same level of quality in securing clients’ Identity Chain of Trust. Vision-Box is proud to understand and overcome our customers’ challenges, meet their demands and be the company of reference in this market.” Vision-Box has recently deployed self-service checkpoint eGates at Riga International Airport and Automated Border Control eGates and self-service verification kiosks at Tallinn International Airport, in Estonia. The company also recently opened a new office in Sao Paulo, consolidating its Latin American operations . Leave a Comment comments
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Oakland Police Must Step Up Use Of Vest Cameras
If you’re an Oakland police officer, there are now three things you should not leave home without. Your badge, your gun and your trusty personal data recording device – more commonly called a vest camera. The most recently published report on the Oakland Police Department’s efforts to meet a set of decade-old, court-ordered reforms found the department slipped in making progress and noted that police officer use of vest cameras is still falling short. Independent monitor Robert Warshaw’s 16th quarterly report, which covered the period from July to September, said some officers failed to activate cameras at critical times while others went weeks without replacements waiting for broken cameras to be repaired. "In too many instances, there are questions about the measure to which personnel throughout the Department understand the use, review, and utility of these devices. During our early reviews of the (cameras) we found that officers often failed to activate their devices during interactions with subjects who were being arrested, and in incidents where force was used." Warshaw’s report also suggested that there was little oversight to ensure the cameras were used properly. Current department policy requires mandatory use of vest cameras by every officer who is issued one, said Interim Police Chief Sean Whent. The department has issued vest cameras to all of its 460 patrol officers and maintains a reserve supply of about 70, Whent said. But mandatory overtime, which requires detectives and sergeants to work patrol shifts, along with occasional equipment breakdowns, have created […]
IC Realtime CEO Challenges Security Industry To Embrace UL 2802
Saying that certain camera manufacturers are making less than honest claims about the quality of the video surveillance products, IC Realtime CEO Matt Sailor is laying down the gauntlet by challenging the entire industry to abide by the new Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 2802 standard for camera performance. UL 2802 Performance Testing Standard for Camera Image Quality was in the works for more than two years and was finally released in 2013. The new standard defines a method to assess video image quality through a series of performance-based tests that are conducted on production digital cameras. Cameras are rated (on a scale of 0 thru 100) on a series of performance-based parameters, including image resolution, distortion, relative illumination, dynamic range, maximum frame rate, gray level, sensitivity, bad pixel count and veiling glare. Each camera tested is given a performance score for each individual test (except Signal-to-Noise Ratio and Field of View). The camera images analyzed for this test program are digital images that are generated by individual video frames or still image captures. Both IP and analog cameras are being tested, along with associated digital encoders and related image viewing / configuration software, as applicable. The suitability of the camera for a specific use case is not determined by the standard. The resulting test scores are intended to provide objective information that will be useful when determining camera use applications (i.e., a camera that performs well in sensitivity and gray level tests may be a good choice for low light […]
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