On the Network

Operating over an IP network, it has installed 41 cameras at its sites which are linked via a WAN. The software allows any number of authorised people to view the system from their PCs, and key users can control cameras from anywhere on site or by using laptops when they are off-site.

Blick Netview can also be accessed over the internet, meaning that authorised customers can view their stock via the CCTV system.
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Suite additions
IndigoVision has added two new products to its VideoBridge suite, the IVC100 IP-camera and 6000 Rack.

The IVC100 combines a professional full-function high-quality CCTV colour camera with an IP Video Transmitter/Receiver in one unit, which can be connected directly to a standard IP Ethernet network. Significant cost savings can be achieved by employing the integrated camera units in place of traditional analogue video cameras and a separate IP transmitter/receiver unit. The IVC100 can also be powered locally via 'Power-over-Ethernet' adaptors further reducing installation costs.

The VideoBridge 6000 Rack is a fully modular IP-based network interface for analogue cameras and monitors, allowing 10 analogue channels to be connected to just one IP network connection, via a built-in hub. The 2U 19 inch rack is fully interoperable with other products in the VideoBridge stable and provides full monitoring and control of third party products including ptz, multiplexer and matrix systems.
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Getting to the core
Axis Communications has strengthened its position in the fast-growing network video market by launching a new network video software application providing all core recording and monitoring functions.

The Axis Camera Recorder provides small businesses with the perfect solution for providing video surveillance at a competitive price. The product's ease of use combined with functions such as motion detection, e-mail-based alerts and an activity level based search function broadens its customer base.

The software is aimed at video recording and monitoring applications in schools, shops and other applications that can make use of existing network infrastructure.
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Peer to peer control
Global BMS integration specialists, TAC, has launched the I/Net Seven security solution which uses Microsoft and IP technology to make use of internet and intranet based systems, enabling effective communication of information to building owners and users.

I/Net Seven is easily installed and operated, and can be used for multi-site facilities supporting a variety of reader card technologies including Mifare. It can be used as a standalone system for simple installations or expanded to operate in a multi-tasking, multi-use environment to monitor, record, display and access activity, enabling supervision of inputs and outputs on a continuous real-time basis.

With full peer to peer control, I/Net Seven also enables any device in a system to communicate with any other, for example, alarms or CCTV operation. It also has a user-friendly interface that allows for training of non-technical personnel.

According to Matt Coulson, access and security business manager (left), TAC's focus on open systems provides customers with flexible, comprehensive, future-proof access and security systems which can be fully integrated with heating, air-conditioning and lighting.

He said: "TAC is a pioneer in the use of open technologies which enable us to create seamless solutions to building management by linking access and security with other building management systems to maximise energy management."
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Airfield benefits from IP
GA has installed a Vault-IT internet based CCTV security system at an airfield in the south of England to protect its aircraft from vandals, thieves and arsonists.

The Dynamic Internet Security system protects strategic points around the airfield including runways, apron, fuel pump, hangers, club house and car park. The system uses GSM, telephone line or ADSL connections, and Vault-IT is used to integrate any CCTV system already used on the site.

The cameras can be monochrome or colour, with video motion detection built in, or the system can be triggered by external alarm devices. When motion is detected, images are uploaded to the Vault-IT servers for storage and later retrieval. The system can also be integrated with alarm systems or perimeter detection systems to offer valuable visual verification of alarm activation.

Vault-IT's technical sales director, Don Chisholm, said: "As most airfields do not have regular security patrols, it's a very cost-effective system that delivers peace of mind to airfield operators"
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Transmission by fibre
Siemens' Open Transport Network (OTN) department has launched the OTN-X3M fibre optic transmission system that is designed for complex, real-time video networks that need to be combined with redundant ethernet traffic.

The new system is said to provide more power under the hood to the OTN product line, and complies with other OTN system versions.

OTN X3M is aimed at new airport terminals, complex metro networks, railway companies and companies with control rooms using a wide array of communications media.

Wim D'Hooghe, director of the Belgium-based OTN business unit, said: "Traditional or generic carriers of high data volume type of technologies aren't yet fit for the job. OTN allows you to pick up a broad variety of signals along the network. Just hook the cable of your device to the OTN box and the network will make sure the same signal is available remotely."
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World innovation
Linudix has released what's claimed to be the world first wireless video server that uses CDMA and wireless LAN (802.11b) PCMCIA card.

The LWS-721 unit provides real-time digital video transmission for surveillance and remote monitoring, allowing connection of two analogue cameras for display/record on a PC with the added convenience of wireless mobility.

The LWS-721 has two analogue camera inputs that can be used as two video inputs, or one input and one output,by controlling the Dip switch. In this way, the LWS-721 can easily be integrated into your current CCTV system without changing or removing any existing camera, resulting in substantial cost-savings. It supports networks including ethernet, xDSL, cable modem and PSTN.

JPEG images with frames rates of up to 30 fps are obtained and the LWS-721 can also be connected to a variety of external devices such as IR sensors, switches and alarm relays. LWS-721 can also be connected to the internet.
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Remote ATMs protected
GE Interlogix Video Systems Group has launched a combined digital video recorder/multiplexer with ethernet connection that is said to be ideal for remote monitoring of unattended facilities, like ATMs.

The DVMRe Simplex uses Parallel Video Process (PVP) to record up to 60 clear pictures per second, which are archived in the system's internal hard drive. As well as advanced search and alarm features, it can also give email notification when an alarm is triggered.

The DVMRe's record and playback functions emulate security VCRs, with simple on-screen menus. Users can set up individual cameras to record in time-lapse, event or both modes at different rates.

The DVMRe Simplex can use a modem to connect to a remote unit over standard telephone lines. It also features WaveBrowser, GE Interlogix's new integrated web interface that includes options for set up, upgrade and status information. With it, users can view video from any ethernet connected GE Interlogix Triplex or Simplex DVMRe with software version 4.11 or above.
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