Technologies
ONVIF, SIA Announce Memorandum Of Understanding On Access Control Standards
ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S.-based Security Industry Association (SIA), signaling cooperation toward the further development of IP-based interoperability standards in access control. Both ONVIF and SIA?s Standards Committee have been working toward standardized interfaces for Physical […]
HDcctv Alliance Provides First Look At HDcctv 2.0 At IFSEC
Surveillance video standards organization HDcctv Alliance will provide the European security industry with its first look at the new generation of HDcctv 2.0 surveillance technologies and products at IFSEC International 2014. The HDcctv 2.0 standards –which were ratified in February of this year– have been developed and agreed for equipment able to produce high-fidelity HD […]
Indigovision Encoder Aids Migration To IP
Indigovision’s new BX100 four channel encoder is engineered to bring high-end performance to mid-range markets by migrating mid-range DVRs to IP. “The security industry thinks analog is dead, but there are millions of analog cameras still used worldwide. Most are in mid-range systems that are 20 cameras or less.” stated Marcus Kneen, Indigovision’s Chief Executive […]
Dallmeier Introduces New Panomera Multifocal Sensor
With its patented multifocal sensor technology Panomera® Dallmeier has opened up opportunities for totally new solutions in the video security sector. This unique camera technology is now available as the ideal model for commercial and industrial applications. In contrast to single sensor cameras, the multifocal sensor technology provides a guaranteed constant resolution of at least […]
Security Convergence 2.0
In 2008, when I went to my first security tradeshow "convergence" was the big buzzword in the security industry as to the pending change-over from analog-based systems to IP-based systems. Within a couple of years, the buzz pretty much died down. Now, in 2014, it has popped up again. However, in these following years the […]
CMOS Video Camera System Offers 100+ Megapixels At 60 FPS
Forza Silicon, a leader of advanced image sensor and mixed-signal IC designs for digital camera applications, introduces the unprecedented Forza 100+ MP CAM Platform featuring a customizable CMOS image sensor operating at 60 frames per second (fps) and supporting multiple camera resolutions. The dual-mode camera operates in B&W or color and produces high-quality video at […]
New Samsung SRM-872 Mobile NVR Geared For In-Vehicle Market
The new Samsung Techwin SRM-872 mobile network video recorder has been engineered to withstand the rigorous conditions experienced on buses, trams, trains, and trucks. Developed in response to increasing demand from the transport sector for robust IP network based solutions, the SRM-872 network video recorder, working in conjunction with two Samsung Techwin camera models which […]
The Public Calls For No Drone Zone: The City Council Dithers
It was supposed to be a night to "Ground the Drones" but, as Berkeley, CA., Peace and Justice Commissioner Bob Meola put it, "it was more like the movie, Groundhog Day " — an experience of being trapped in a maddening rerun of past events and unable to move forward. It was back on December […]
Benefits Of Video Integration System With Police Cars
Cars with video camera systems and the development for the police began in the 1980s, but became popular in the 1990s. Below are some of the reasons that explain how the benefits of incorporating agency police car video. Progress In Safety Officer Conducting a study of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) have […]
Cameras On Cops Will Protect Both Sides
For years police departments have used dashboard cameras to record every move officers make in the line of duty. Even with those devices, what goes on can still be unclear —a problem for the peace officer and the person being questioned. The Los Angeles and New York City Police Departments are testing technology that will […]
Fear Factor And IP-Based Megapixel Video
The market’s long-established dependence upon analogue systems has added to a view that switching is just too difficult says Paul Taggar, pictured, Country Manager, UK and Ireland, at Arecont Vision. Misconceptions can be one of the biggest ‘fear factors’ to systems integrators and users when it comes to the application of IP-based video systems and […]
Our Industry Needs To Support And Embrace ONVIF And PSIA
During the TecSec security expo in Dallas in 2008, a great deal of attention was brought to the ?convergence? of IP-based physical security and video surveillance over that of analog systems. A big promise of the IP-based systems was that being a computer system, having other ?applications? work along with the primary physical security and […]
The PSIA Releases Draft Proposal Of Physical-Logical Access Interoperability Specification
Cost effective, automated synchronization of physical and logical identities, privileges and credentials took a major step toward becoming an industry standard today, with the Physical Security Interoperability Association (PSIA) releasing a draft proposal of its Physical-Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification. “We?re excited about the potential the PLAI specification has for reshaping physical and logical identity […]
Head Of Facebook Canada Invests In Montreal Startup Tracktik
Montreal-based startup TrackTik, an integrated guard management solution provider, has raised $1 million in seed funding from Klass Capital. Also participating in the round was Jordan Banks, managing director of Facebook Canada; Craig Campbell, former CEO of Total Security Management (sold to Garda in 2013); and Adrian Schauer, serial entrepreneur, and former CEO of Vortex […]
Vimicro International Signs Agreement On SVAC-Compliant Chips With First Research Institute Of The Ministry Of Public Security
China’s Vimicro International Corporation (NASDAQ: VIMC), a leading video processing IC and surveillance solution provider, announced that the company signed an agreement regarding SVAC-compliant (Surveillance Video and Audio Coding) chips with the First Research Institute of the Ministry of Public Security. The signing ceremony was attended by Party Secretary Mr. Wang Gang, Director Mr. Qiu […]
Bill Gates Files Patent To Protect You From ?Glassholes?
Google opened up its new Glass product for sale to the general public for the first time recently and Bill Gates is already taking steps to protect you from the wearable tech that’s become infamous for its ability to record and eavesdrop at a tilt of the head. Even at $1,500 per device, you can […]
CCTV IP VS Analog: The Difference Is Clear
There is often resistance when it comes to IP surveillance, especially when you are considering the choice between IP and traditional, or analog CCTV. This is usually down to issues of complexity, and, of course, price. But, here’s a hint for those reluctant to adopt the newer IP technology – if you get left behind, […]
Dropcam Adds New Timelapse Feature To Cloud Customers
Dropcam, states they are always striving to achieve the ultimate customer experience, which includes a little bit of fun. They have introduced Timelapse, a new beta feature for customers with Dropcam Cloud Recording. How does it work? Timelapse is currently available via the Dropcam web app. When you click the ?Make Timelapse? button, you can […]
FLIR CEO Andy Teich Shares Major News And 2014 goals At Annual Press Dinner
Speaking at FLIR’s traditional press dinner at the ISC West Conference, CEO Andy Teich reported 2013 revenues of $1.5 billion, a $5.1 billion market cap, and a goal of becoming “the world’s sixth sense.” Recently re-segmented product and market targets, according to Teich, include Security, Surveillance, Instruments, OEM, along with Emerging Markets, Maritime, and CBRNE […]
Six Video Surveillance Vendors Receive ImmerVision Enables Awards at ISC West 2014
ImmerVision, the inventor of the 360° panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical and imaging technology, announced that six video surveillance vendors including Axxon, Brickcom, FUJIFILM Europe, Genetec, Milestone, and ONSSI have received ImmerVision Enables Awards at ISC West 2014. With six distinct categories this year, the new ImmerVision Enables Awards aim to recognize […]