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Retailer Paul Smith Goes IP
Video management software (VMS) with network cameras are being deployed across all of Paul Smith’s 45 stores as part of the UK-based retailer’s first company-wide IT refresh. Initially the new digital video system is being used for loss prevention but once it is fully in place worldwide by the end of 2015, Paul Smith plans to use it for business intelligence to assist retail operations management. Paul Smith has been an early adopter of IP and cloud-based services. In 2001 it migrated to IP telephony, installing a Cisco IPT network. Embracing the latest IT management approaches (including use of open-architected and Microsoft-based systems), the company has been able to maintain a relatively small network services team despite growth. Paul Smith has a retail presence in 35 countries. This approach means that when new IT challenges present themselves, Paul Smith’s Head of IT, Lee Bingham, pictured, looks for standards-based products that can be scaled up. He specifies that new systems and services must last a minimum of ten years because he simply does not have the manpower or budget to go on replacements of devices and software. Paul Smith’s legacy CCTV had grown organically as the group expanded. When the IT department was asked to take over running Paul Smith’s CCTV, Lee Bingham insisted that it must be moved to IP video and be visible on the corporate network: “If it’s not IP then it’s not IT, and therefore it made no sense to move it from our Facilities Management […]
Ridley College Secures Campus With Exacqvision
Ridley College is Ontario’s largest co-educational boarding school. Since 1889, Ridley College has prepared students for university. The school currently has an enrollment of more than 600 students from 35 countries. The challenge put forward by the college was to find an open architecture system that would allow them to utilise their existing analogue cameras and integrate with their current Keyscan access system The exacqVision A-Series hybrid servers provided them with the solution and gave Ridley College the opportunity to grow and migrate their surveillance system. With the hybrid server, Ridley College utilised their existing infrastructure and analogue cameras while also integrating with their current access control system for an all-in-one video surveillance solution. The system comprises of 11 Exacqvision A-Series hybrid servers plus Exacqvision Enterprise VMS software with 116 analogue cameras from Bosch, and 26 Arecont Vision and Axis IP cameras, plus the Keyscan access control system. The college is able to benefit from the fact that the new system utilises the existing infrastructure; it deters theft and crime and protects liability with the pool and fieldhouse, as well as providing a sense of security for students, faculty and staff. The college is now able to manage video with the free, easy-to-use Exacq mobile apps. “The Exacqvision system provides a sense of confidence, security and protection. We can view the entire campus from anywhere in our security vehicles, which is spectacular. Since we’ve installed the Exacqvision system we’ve been able to recoup minimally the loss of the damage we’ve incurred.” […]
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Axis Announces New ARTPEC-5 Chip
Axis Communications has announced the next generation of its market-leading system-on-chip for network video cameras and video encoders. The new ARTPEC-5 is based on dual core multiprocessor architecture, features a larger cache size and higher memory throughput. More processing power and performance provide increased capabilities for intelligent video processing and video analytics applications. More processing power and performance on Axis new ARTPEC-5 chip provide increased capabilities for intelligent video processing and video analytics applications. The new ARTPEC-5 chip features support for the H.264 High Profile (HiP) video compression standard and high frame rate (60 fps) encoding in full HDTV resolution (1080p). This resembles twice the frame rate and resolution offered by conventional HDTV video surveillance solutions today. High frame rates allow for capturing quick movements in detail such as when license plates of fast moving vehicles need to be identified. With full HDTV resolution, large overview areas can be monitored without compromises on image detail as will be required when an incident occurs. With the ARTPEC-5, Axis is introducing an optimized design resulting in reduced power consumption of network video cameras and video encoders. The new chip can handle more video streams simultaneously than previous generations, features a faster SD card interface for edge storage and allows Axis to design cameras with advanced image processing capabilities to address the most demanding video surveillance challenges. With its dual core multiprocessor architecture, larger cache size and higher memory throughput, the new ARTPEC-5 chip provides more processing power and performance for intelligent […]
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Axis Physical Access Control Products
? Contact us Axis is introducing a new level of freedom for physical access control. Freedom that stems from the same open IP philosophy we pioneered in video surveillance. AXIS A1001 is an independent unit that can be installed at each door, completed with third-party door accessories such as sensors, door locks and readers. Suitable for small and medium-sized businesses as well as larger enterprises. A non-proprietary and open IP-based access controller Traditional proprietary systems mean limited options, central servers with complex and expensive cabling, as well as restricted possibilities for integration and scalability. AXIS A1001 has an open interface that enables integration of video, intrusion detection and other systems. With AXIS A1001, there’s finally an open and future-flexible alternative for physical access control. Two possible pathways AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller is suitable for installations of all sizes and is a platform for different solutions – ensuring you’ll find exactly the right fit for your needs:
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NMSU Camera Policy Can Help Security On Campus
Robin Zielinski Sun-News Many of the O LAS CRUCES >> When authorities recovered electronics stolen during a summer burglary at New Mexico State University, they credited a set of clear surveillance images. Captured by security cameras at O’Donnell Hall, the photos went from police to Crime Stoppers to the public. Several tipsters in the community quickly recognized the three young men accused of nabbing a computer and digital projector worth about $2,100, leading police to the items and suspects. But such helpful evidence isn’t always available — sometimes it’s bad luck, sometimes it’s an equipment problem. Robin Zielinski Sun-News John Bazan, New Mexico State University College of Education computer support technician, shows a program on Thursday A lack of uniformity, and sometimes quality, in surveillance equipment throughout NMSU’s vast campus hinders some criminal investigations, officials said. It’s an issue that has developed over the course of several years from a combination of factors, and one that school personnel are working to change. "Standardization is the key," said Lt. Lyn Hodges of the NMSU Police Department. Hodges, a veteran investigator, added that surveillance cameras aren’t an "end all, do all" crime solver, but they play a "huge" role. NMSU officials are hoping that a security camera policy passed by the school’s Board of Regents last May will help make that equipment even more effective. There are about 200 surveillance cameras in use throughout buildings at NMSU, according to a note on an earlier draft of the policy. "Over a lot […]
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Axis FC: Mobile IP-Camera Surveillance Studio
Axis FC – mobile IP Camera Surveillance Studio iOS iPhone With Axis FC you can control your Axis ip camera or make settings on iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Take access to your cameras over your home network or over the internet. So you can easily check up your cameras or use them as baby monitors. Features (please note: not all functions are supported for each camera) •Real-time video stream •AirPlay support over Apple TV, VGA or digital AV (HDMI) adapter, watch your cameras videostream in TV or monitor (infos about AirPlay installation) •Control your cameras over 8 axes •Preset camera positions, load and save up to 16 presets •Setting the speed for manual or automatic control (Pan-Tilt Speed) •Auto patrol settings (horizontal, vertical, horizontal + vertical), setup the interval and rounds of each interval •manual patrol •Pause, pausing the current video image •setup motion detection (internal, external): automatic email delivery, email management, setting the internal motion sensitivity, optical and acoustic alarm, activate FTP upload with setting the upload interval •option for automatic driving to a preset on alarm (only for standard MJPEG IP cameras) •option for automatic saving of images on alarm (only for standard MJPEG IP cameras) •Schedule can be set (for standard MJPEG IP cameras) •optical zoom (only for compatible cameras), digital zoom (pinch to zoom) also for cameras without a optical zoom function •turn the iPhone for fullscreen mode, with fully control ability •OSD menu turn on or off •save photos of the current […]
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Axis Launches Innovative HDTV 1080p PTZ IP-Camera That Blends Into The Environment
Lund, December 10, 2013 AXIS P5415-E PTZ Dome Network Camera is the latest addition to a new line of outdoor-ready, wall-mounted pan/tilt/zoom cameras that are aesthetically designed to blend in with a building. The attractively priced HDTV 1080p PTZ dome with 18x optical zoom also has a direct drive pan/tilt system for unsurpassed mechanical endurance. The camera is ideal for use in city and perimeter surveillance, parking houses and school yards. AXIS P5415-E is a wall-mounted, direct drive HDTV 1080p PTZ dome network camera that blends in with the environment. Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, today launched its second camera in the AXIS P54 Series comprising PTZ cameras that mount directly on a wall without a mounting arm. Departing from the traditional wall mount, AXIS P5415-E’s design, which incorporates a wall bracket, allows the camera to be at one with the building. The built-in bracket also provides cost-savings by eliminating the need for a separate accessory, and makes installation easier and quicker. In addition, the camera can be easily repainted in the same color as the building for a more aesthetic and discreet installation. AXIS P5415-E is a reliable, low-maintenance PTZ camera. Its pan/tilt system is durable and highly efficient since there are no mechanical parts such as belts or gears. The camera is directly attached to the drive shaft of two motors-one for panning and another for tilting the camera. AXIS P5414-E also has a very light-sensitive image sensor that enables it to deliver better […]
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Axis’ Ray Mauritsson Named ‘CEO of the Year’ 2013
LUND, Sweden–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Ray Mauritsson, Axis Communications, has been named ‘CEO of the Year’ 2013 in the large company category. Ray Mauritsson receives the award for his leadership in successfully strengthening Axis’ position as market leader while maintaining its already strong corporate culture during a period of high growth and heavy recruitment. “I am honored to be named ‘CEO of the Year’ and proud to have created the basis for Axis’ success together with the company’s innovative and dedicated employees,” says Ray Mauritsson, President and CEO, Axis Communications. “It is also gratifying that we are recognized for our sustainability efforts, as we continue to take long-term responsibility when it comes to business ethics and corporate social responsibility while we also work actively to minimize our environmental impact.” The prize is awarded by a renowned jury that, together with the organization Motivation.se, chose three winners from among 146 nominees in the small, medium-sized and large company categories. The jury’s motivation: “The ‘CEO of the Year’ in the large company category, with pioneering products and new technologies has successfully strengthened the company’s position as market leader in its field over a ten-year period through a growth rate of between 11 and 39 percent per year. By working with the company’s core values in combination with equality and diversity work, the ‘CEO of the Year’ has managed to maintain the already strong corporate culture despite recruitment of many new employees.” The ‘CEO of the Year’ award is chosen by a jury consisting […]
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Axis Communications Recognized As 2013 Innovation All-Star By The Boston Business Journal And Mass High Tech
CHELMSFORD, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Boston Business Journal and Mass High Tech have named Axis Communications , the market leader in network video surveillance, a 2013 Innovation All-Star for Hardware in its 3 rd annual regional awards program. Nominees for the Innovation All-Stars award program are evaluated on the company’s overall business and growth strategy, business solutions offered, unique and innovative initiatives and the challenges that have been overcome. “Being named an Innovation All-Star is an honor because innovation and partnership are cornerstones of our company’s business and culture. This commitment to driving the industry from analog to digital, IP-based technology has propelled Axis to its position as the global leading provider of surveillance cameras and video encoders,” said Fredrik Nilsson, general manager, Axis Communications, Inc. “Through continued innovation, we enable our partners to provide total solutions for ever evolving surveillance and security needs, ultimately leading to a smarter, safer world.” Two individuals and 15 companies, including Axis, will be presented with the annual honor during a reception on November 20 th at the Harpoon Beer Hall in Boston and featured in a special supplement of the Boston Business Journal on November 22 nd . “Boston increasingly is becoming a hub of innovation, and we are thrilled to bring so many great companies and people together in one place,” said Christopher McIntosh, publisher of the Boston Business Journal . “These dynamic companies are fueling our regional economy, attracting VC funding and growth capital, adding jobs, and transforming every area of […]
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