SeeTec has Announced R10 of their Cayuga and BVI VMS Solutions

While Cayuga now includes the support of the new H.265 streaming standard as well as bidirectional audio, BVI provides a new dashboard to visualize transaction and process data in real-time.

VoIP-based communication has already been possible with SeeTec Cayuga using a SIP server. With the release of R10, bi-directional audio connections directly to the camera are now implemented as well. Many IP cameras already have built-in audio functionality, such as an integrated microphone or a line output. Cayuga now offers direct voice communication in both directions, without the need for additional software components. For example, an employee in the control room can now remotely evaluate a critical situation much better, especially as he can directly communicate with a person on site. This ability is particularly useful in combination with access control solutions, entrance doors or gates. Voice communication is supported with Axis devices as a first step, while the support of further manufacturers‘ products is in preparation.

Cayuga R10 now supports the transfer of image streams based on H.265/HEVC for many manufacturers. Compared to MPEG-4, this new streaming standard reduces the required bandwidth by up to 50 % while keeping the same image quality, thus saving network resources and disk space. While Cayuga is primarily designed as a classic security application, Business Video Intelligence (BVI) can be used to combine video and transaction data, for example from PoS systems or scanners, enabling the gapless visual monitoring and documentation of business processes.

Added Value
The new R10 release creates visible added value for the user: transaction data and process data can be displayed graphically in dashboards in real-time with the recently developed visualization component. Predefined key performance indicators (KPIs) can be visualized quickly and easily using several diagram types, so deviations or recurring patterns become immediately apparent. An example from the logistics sector: the head of a distribution center can recognize irregularities at an early stage when loss or damage occurs in his facility – even remotely via smartphone or tablet.

Customers holding a software maintenance agreement can retrieve and install the update to Cayuga R10 and BVI R10 either via the Auto Updater or manually. SeeTec also offers a free demo version of Cayuga on the company website.