Just Distribution to supply ViSo in UK
Story link: Just Distribution to supply ViSo in UK by Jan Harris
Just Distribution Ltd has secured exclusive rights to distribute ViSo in the UK.
ViSo provides video-surveillance capability on a mobile phone. The technology enables a mobile phone to connect to up to 4 wired or wireless USB video cameras via a PC.
Users can record and connect to a live stream and can also set the [...]
Clapham Junction installs intelligent CCTV
Story link: Clapham Junction installs intelligent CCTV by Jan Harris
An intelligent CCTV system, developed by Agent Vi, is being installed at Clapham Junction station.
The system is based on Video Analytics technology which uses computers to indentify unusual behaviour picked up by CCTV cameras.
Although Britain has over 14 million CCTV very few of them are connected to computers capable of processing the information. [...]
Cieffe wins best CCTV product award
Story link: Cieffe wins best CCTV product award by Jan Harris
Cieffe’s Nettuno MegaPX Camera was named “Overall Best CCTV Product of 2007″ and “Best of the Best” at the IFSEC 2007 Security Industry Innovation Awards.
It was the second year running that Cieffe secured the award, which was organised by CMP Information and the British Security Industry Association (BSIA).
Cieffe’s Nettuno MegaPX IP Camera is [...]
HRS and 3VR partner to combat bank fraud
Story link: HRS and 3VR partner to combat bank fraud by Jan Harris
3VR Security Inc, the intelligent video management system provider, and Human Recognition Systems (HRS), a UK-based biometrics company, have entered into a joint venture for HRS to resell 3VR systems to banks, retail organisations and government entities in the UK.
3VR and HRS will also jointly present advanced technologies and best practices for fighting bank [...]
Bosch releases AutoDome Easy for small businesses
Story link: Bosch releases AutoDome Easy for small businesses by Jan Harris
Bosch Security Systems has released AutoDome Easy, a cost-effective surveillance solution for small businesses.
AutoDome Easy comprises a pan/tilt unit and a high-performance 100x (10x optical/10x digital) zoom auto-focus camera with advanced digital imaging technology, in a compact, vandal-proof housing.
It is designed to bridge the gap between fixed mini dome and high-speed PTZ dome [...]
Premier Electronics announces PC685 Colour Board Camera
Story link: Premier Electronics announces PC685 Colour Board Camera by Jan Harris
Premier Electronics has launched the PC685 1/3” CCD Super high-resolution colour board camera.
Although the compact camera is based on a 42mm x 42mm single board, it provides 520TV lines, RS232 interface and on-screen control, making it a powerful solution for major video applications.
The camera benefits from an inter-line 1/3” sensor which provides [...]
Videcon reveals weatherproof day/night zoom camera
Story link: Videcon reveals weatherproof day/night zoom camera by Jan Harris
CCTV distributor Videcon has announced the Concept Pro VCP701/IRH - a day/night zoom camera in a weatherproof housing with integrated IR LEDs.
The VCP701/IRH features a 30 x optical zoom lens. Its two integrated IR LED lamps enable images to be captured at a range of 50 metres in light levels as low as 0.00 [...]
Rainbow dome cameras monitor BP petrol stations in UK
Story link: Rainbow dome cameras monitor BP petrol stations in UK by Jan Harris
Cambridgeshire-based AGE Electrical Services has installed dome cameras from Rainbow at BP petrol station forecourts in the UK. AGE Electrical Services specialises in the installation of CCTV to the retail and petroleum industries.
The Rainbow HDCVF3DX 3.8~9.5mm vandal resistant colour dome cameras are intended for general surveillance of the premises and form part of BP’s wider [...]
Football staff could wear hidden CCTV
Story link: Football staff could wear hidden CCTV by Jan Harris
802 Global, a UK CCTV company, is in talks with an unnamed Premier League football club, to supply wireless closed-circuit television technology to its security staff.
The tiny cameras could be concealed in lapels and hats to transmit live pictures from inside the stadium back to a control room.
The images would then be scanned [...]
TransVu Express DVR demonstrated at IFSEC 2007
Story link: TransVu Express DVR demonstrated at IFSEC 2007 by Jan Harris
AD Network Video demonstrated its TransVu Express digital video recorder at IFSEC 2007.
TransVu Express is a compact and lightweight DVR designed for use on buses, public service vehicles and taxis for covert and mobile surveillance. It is also suitable for rapid deployment on building sites.
The ruggedised device features aerospace grade anti-vibration mounts. Its low [...]
DVR manufacturers charge too much for storage
Story link: DVR manufacturers charge too much for storage by Jan Harris
CCTV company, Acam Technology, surveyed 150 installers and uncovered widespread dissatisfaction with hard disk drive (HDD) pricing policies operated by DVR manufacturers.
Over 85 per cent of the installers felt that the commonly used system of charging for HDDs based on storage capacity, rather than market value of hardware, was unfair.
Over 60 per cent of [...]
North Lanarkshire Council secures CCTV award
Story link: North Lanarkshire Council secures CCTV award by Jan Harris
North Lanarkshire Council, in partnership with Ntl:Telewest Business and Controlware Communications, has won a national award for its CCTV project.
At the CCTV industry’s IFSEC awards the Council won Best New Project / Installation for innovation.
North Lanarkshire has one of the lowest crime rates in the country and CCTV has been used by the [...]
Academic warns CCTV creates legal inequality
Story link: Academic warns CCTV creates legal inequality by Jan Harris
Ross Anderson, a professor of security engineering at Cambridge University, warned Members of Parliament that the increasing volume of electronic data such as CCTV footage, is creating inequalities in legal cases.
The warning came as Professor Anderson gave evidence to the Commons home affairs committee’s inquiry into the surveillance society.
According to the Professor, surveillance creates [...]
Dedicated Micros adds IP streaming to NetVu DVR
Story link: Dedicated Micros adds IP streaming to NetVu DVR by Jan Harris
Dedicated Micros is adding IP Streaming and Recording as standard on its NetVu Connected DVRs.
IP streaming and recording will feature on the DV-IP ATM, DV-IP Server, BX2, DS2, and DS Server, and will be available as a free upgrade for many existing models.
The new functionality will allow compatible DVRs to display and record [...]
Resolve Optics provides miniature surveillance lens
Story link: Resolve Optics provides miniature surveillance lens by Jan Harris
Resolve Optics has developed its 230-000 series surveillance lens - a miniature, easily concealed lens which gives broadcast quality images.
The lens, which measures just 4.5 to 8.5 mm in diameter and 46.5 mm in length, now comes with a new camera mount adapter which enables it to be mounted on most remote head cameras. [...]
Sony launches new mini-dome cameras
Story link: Sony launches new mini-dome cameras by Jan Harris
Sony has extended its monitoring range with the launch of four new mini-dome analogue cameras - the SSC-CD45P, SSC-CD49P, SSC-CD75P and SSC77P.
The cameras benefit from a highly sensitive imager, which allows clear and detailed images to be captured in a range of environmental and light conditions.
They also feature the Sony-patented Ball-Joint Lens Mount [...]
Dedicated Micros adds analytic capabilities to DVRs
Story link: Dedicated Micros adds analytic capabilities to DVRs by Jan Harris
Dedicated Micros unveiled upgrades to its SD range of DVRs, at IFSEC 2007.
The company has added ‘Normal, Medium and Low’ default recording settings to the range, together with an Analytics Capability not previously available in the mid-range CCTV market.
The new ‘Normal, Medium and Low’ recording options are designed to support consistent off-the-shelf recording [...]
Dallmeier launches vandal-resistant Picodome
Story link: Dallmeier launches vandal-resistant Picodome by Jan Harris
Dallmeier has launched the UWDR Picodome DDF3000APV with Cam_inPIX technology.
The Picodome is designed to provide a discreet security solution. It has a vandal-resistant housing with a diameter of just 80mm, while the polycarbonate dome cover measures just 57mm.
The Picodome features a 1/3” DPS picture sensor with a fixed lens (F1.4/3.6mm) and light sensitivity [...]
Acam Technology provides DVR without the cost of cabling
Story link: Acam Technology provides DVR without the cost of cabling by Jan Harris
Acam Technology has developed new technology to provide high quality DVR with the need for new cameras or extensive and expensive coaxial camera cabling.
Acam’s MPEG-2 single-channel encoder, from South African DVR manufacturer Cathexis, is integrated with the same company’s catSite site management software to interface with existing corporate networks.
The system connects via Ethernet to [...]
FLIR Systems provides ultra long range thermal imaging
Story link: FLIR Systems provides ultra long range thermal imaging by Jan Harris
FLIR Systems has extended its range of HRC cameras with the HRC-59 x 735 and HRC-40 x 490.
The cameras feature powerful optical zoom capability on the thermal image, allowing the camera to see more detail when a target has been detected.
The system is superior to systems using a rotating lens which interrupts visual [...]