Lenses – Just a Camera Accessory?
Wikipedia begins the explanation of the term ‚Lens‘ in two short sentences as follows: „...A lens is an optical gathering system that produces a realistic optical image of an obje...
Security
IP Video Surveillance: Smarter and Smarter - How Cameras and Applications Are Evolving
Living with intelligent devices is a dream we have had for centuries. Michelangelo, Jules Verne and many other great thinkers had this vision, but their vision preceded the techno...
Rapid (De)Activation of Locks in Emergency Situations
While smudged makeup could be considered a minor emergency, the breakout of a fire or someone going on the rampage in a public building is a far more urgent situation that demands...
CEM Systems At SicherheitsExpo Munich: New Software of AC2000 Security Management System
To be seen at trade show "SicherheitsExpo Munich" on stand F25: Version 6.7 of AC2000 features enhanced AC2000 WEB functionality, new emerald advertising, alarm escalation and much...
Panomera protects European Karting Championship
Noted for its size and professional chicanes, the ProKart Raceland karting circuit at Wackersdorf is a regular venue in the calendar of international karting championship races. Th...
Interoperability and Ease of Installation
The business segment Security Products is part of the Siemens Building Technologies Division and offers a broad range of access control, intrusion detection and video surveillance ...
Video Evolves with University of East Anglia’s Needs
The University of East Anglia (UEA) was an early adopter of IP video surveillance in 2005. Milestone partner Check Your Security (CYS) brought together a number of standalone CCTV ...
Future-Proofed Idesco Access Readers Delight
Danish Industries, a trade organization and employers‘ association, occupies a prime location in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. One of their primary responsibilities is nurturin...
Weather-proof HD network camera with automatic Day/Night switching
New IR camera with One-Push Autofocus The new Dallmeier DF4920HD-DN/IR is a weather-proof HD network camera with automatic Day/Night switching and integrated infrared illumination....
Ifsec 2013: Grundig Security With New Cameras And Software For Controlling IP And Analogue
Grundig Security, one of the leading manufacturers of security equipment for professional integrators, will be exhibiting its latest new products at Ifsec 2013. The company's stand...
Discreet Axis Network Cameras Watch Over the Safety of Hotel Guests
Alpina Dolomites Lodge, a recently built tourist accommodation with high-profile clientèle, was faced with the need to have a video surveillance system that could protect the safet...
FLIR Systems Thermal Imaging Cameras Help Protect the Perimeter of Oubaai Golf Estate
South Africa‘s Garden Route is world famous as a popular and scenic stretch of the southern coast. It includes towns such as Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay...
Panoramic Megapixel Cameras Set New Benchmarks for Wide Area Surveillance
High definition megapixel cameras can cover larger areas with fewer cameras while delivering superior detail and improving overall security operations. This translates into lower i...
Sicurit: Raffael - Protection For Paintings On Exhibition
Security for cultural assets: Sicurit´s "Raffael" sensor has been devised to protect valuable paintings on exhibition in museums, castles or private places to which the public has ...
Arecont Vision Now Shipping 12-MP Panoramic Camera with True WDR
Arecont Vision today announced the availability of the world's first 12-megapixel 180° panoramic dome camera with true Wide Dynamic Range (WDR). In addition to its superior perform...
Access Control: Security for Dubai Airport
The aviation-renowned AC2000 security management system from CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, has been successfully installed at the new Concourse 3 Terminal 3 in Dubai...
Videowall Equipment for Police of Lugano
Lugano is situated in the very south of Switzerland idyllically at the shore of the lake that owes his name to the city. As with everything else, people in Switzerland place great ...
Access Control: Think Global, Go Hybrid
The security industry is feeling the impact of two major trends: globalization and ongoing technological development. Multinational enterprise, convergence of IT and physical secur...
Analogue System Upgrades: Grundig’s Four Channel, Analogue To HD-SDI Converter Makes It More Cost-Effective
Grundig has added a four channel, analogue to single channel HD-SDI converter to its comprehensive HD-SDI product range.The CVBS composite video converter, GTH-C0041C, streams four...
Full HD network video recorder (NVR) for smaller and medium-sized applications
HDExpress NVR – Network Video Made EasyThe HDExpress from Vicon is a fully functional Full HD network video recorder (NVR) featuring an outstandingly easy ‘plug-and-play’ installat...
AxxonSoft Releases a New Open Platform Video Management System
Axxon Next is a new-generation video management software that is based on open standards to offer an open platform. It is a user-friendly, intuitive system that lets security perso...
Special Focus Alarm Systems: Security Self-help
If you have used any means of public transportation recently, you have almost certainly noticed that security measures have been continuously stepped up in recent years. Since al-Q...
CCTV: Elkerliek Hospital Selects IQ in Vision Megapixel Technology
IQ in Vision has been designing, manufacturing and marketing the IQ eye line of HD megapixel IP cameras since 1998. The company with its headquarters in San Juan Capistrano, Califo...
A Ruggedized Digital Video Recording and Transmission System for Vehicle Fleets
Mighty oaks from little acorns grow, and in the case of Heitel, part of the Australian Xtralis group, they planted one on fertile land when they decided to exhibit at Intersec in D...
Technology Partner Program from Bosch Introduced at Security Essen
With the presentation of its Technology Partner Program (TPP) at the Security Essen trade fair, Bosch Security Systems has enabled inter-operable solutions that fit any application...
ADT installs CEM AC2000 Access Control for High-level Security Site
The core of Aycliffe Secure Center‘s business is based on its ability to provide a safe and secure environment for its young residents who are between the ages of 11 and 17. It off...
Samsung DVRs for the Kia Oval in London
One of the UK's most famous international sporting venues - the Kia Oval in South London - has put its trust in Samsung DVRs to record video of crowd activity during match days. T...
Camera test: UTC-TrueVision TVC-M5220-1-P
In cooperation with Seetec, GIT SECURITY tests current and new video cameras under standardised conditions in the test laboratory of the SeeTec Hardware Competence Centre. The Hard...
Camera test: Convision CC-8171
In cooperation with Seetec, GIT SECURITY tests current and new video cameras under standardised conditions in the test laboratory of the SeeTec Hardware Competence Centre. The Har...
Mini Day/Night Vandal Dome Camera FD8151V
Vivotek announced today the launch of the latest compact design fixed dome camera, FD8151V. With several unique, market-leading features such as vandal-proof housing, IR illuminato...
HD Bullet Camera
Avigilon's 1 MP, 2MP, 3MP and 5MP HD Bullet cameras offer the most effective illumination with industry-leading implementation of adaptive infrared (IR) technology. Delivering two ...
Andria Cathedral Video Surveillance Protects Relics
Milestone Systems' open platform IP video management software (VMS) is being used with Sony network cameras by the Andria Cathedral in Italy for security surveillance and to dis...
Deister electronic: Two Heads Are Better than One
It‘s the first time in the 35-year history of deister electronic: founder and owner Anatoli Stobbe appointed his Commercial Director Marco Abrahms to the Executive Board on the 1st...
Tunnel Security: Addressing Lighting Challenges for Optimum Surveillance
The article will look at the harsh environment of tunnels and how best to utilise IP surveillance cameras that encompass Lightfinder technology. Providing a clear, colour image to ...
The First Line of Defense in Airport Security
Due to the large and complex nature of today's airports the implementation of comprehensive security measures involves a layered strategy. This typically comprises intrusion detect...
