Year: 2017

Axis Communications introduces its new AXIS D2050-VE Network Radar Detector. Radar technology is used for accurate and reliable area detection of moving objects in a variety of light and weather conditions. It is a good complement to cameras with video motion detection and can be used to track moving objects with PTZ cameras. Radar also allows for a wide area to be covered whilst thermal cameras are more suitable for long perimeter protection. Developed primarily for medium-sized industrial installations, the product is designed to integrate with Axis cameras and video management systems (VMS) – in addition to surveillance systems and VMS from other major vendors. Vandal-proof and suitable for outdoor use, AXIS D2050-VE can deliver real-time information about the position, speed, angle, and size of a moving object. With a longer range than passive infrared sensors, it covers a wide field of detection, while minimizing the number of false alarms triggered by spiders, small animals, moving shadows and light reflections. The radar motion detector can be set to trigger camera recording, activate a horn speaker, or switch on a light for deterrence and improved visibility on camera. Axis’ network radar detector can be used as a standalone product or as part of a surveillance system. Thanks to its open interface, it is compatible with Axis cameras and can be easily integrated with Axis Camera Station and Axis Camera Management software – as well as other video management systems – for straightforward management and maintenance. “Radar closes a gap as it offers good area coverage, detects movement with high accuracy, and reduces false alarms” explains Andres Vigren, Global Product Manager, Axis Communications, “Compared to simple motion detectors, AXIS D2050-VE provides additional information of detected objects which allows for auto tracking with Axis PTZ cameras. Customers can now easily add proven radar technology to their existing or new surveillance systems to protect their premises.” Axis’ first detector with network radar technology, AXIS D2050-VE is an affordable wall-mounted detector primarily designed for outdoor use with a wide detection coverage of 120 degrees and 50 meters (164 feet). It is powered by Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) for simple installation and has IP66, IK08 and NEMA 4X ratings for tough environments. The detector can be operated in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 60°C (-40 to 140°F). AXIS D2050-VE will be available in October 2017 through Axis’ distribution channels.

Utilising Pyronix’ patented technologies for residential, commercial and light-industrial use, the range consists of Passive Infrared (PIRs), Dual Technology (DT) and DT anti-masking (DT-AM) detectors to provide the ideal solution for any property. With detection ranges up to 30m, curtain and volumetric coverages, animal immunity up to 25kg, auto sensitivity and much more, any combination of KX detectors can cover lounges, kitchens, bedrooms, extended corridors, bedroom areas, workshops, garages… whatever the application, there is a perfect KX. Available in both wired and wireless, every KX detector comes in the same robust and stylish casing, to provide a complete security solution with the same professional, uniform and good-looking finish. The KX really is the master of internal intruder detection. Utilising Pyronix’ multi-award-winning two-way wireless technology, installation could not be easier, with features like one-push-to-learn and signal strength indicators. These allow the installer to check for optimum signal and learn the KX onto the system without having to refer back to the panel. This maximises convenience, accuracy and the speed of the installation. Throughout the range, false alarms are also minimised via Blue Wave Technology. Consisting of various features, digital temperature compensation enables the KX to digitally adjust its sensitivity to maintain its specified range when the background temperature moves closer to body temperature, while automatic sensitivity allows it to self-adapt to changing environmental conditions to maintain stability and intruder catch performance. The KX’s optical 3D system improves the detection of moving targets, ensuring more precise signals can be received from the PIR and allowing protection of the area below the detector (creep zone). Independent Floating Thresholds (IFT) eliminate electrical disturbances and different microwave frequencies allows multiple KXs to be installed within close proximity of each other without the risk of cross-talk interference. For light-industrial and commercial use the KX DT range is ideal. Within a DT, both PIR and microwave sensors need to be triggered to sound the alarm, which makes them perfectly suited to harsher environments, such as mechanics workshops, aisles or storage facilities. The range also includes fantastic anti-cloaking, anti-blocking and anti-masking wired variations for Grade 3 installs using the KX15DTAM. The KX detectors are optimised for performance and presentation to deliver the most stylish, dependable and flexible security solution for any internal environment.

Verint® Systems Inc. has recently launched a series of enhancements to its video security, fraud and compliance management solution. To meet evolving requirements, Verint’s latest EdgeVMS™ release provides banking and retail organizations with deep insights into security, fraud and compliance with advancements that include enhanced system reliability, HD-over-Coax functionality, expanded real-time visibility for operational readiness, elevated levels of intelligence and centralized fraud mitigation. With the increasingly digital nature of business today, especially those found in the banking and retail sectors, come opportunities for greater customer engagement and greater risk of fraud and loss. Increasingly sophisticated criminal techniques require financial organizations to pursue new approaches to detect and prevent such occurrences. At the same time, customers are demanding solutions that incorporate Big Data, Deep Learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve the collection of data across branches, office locations and remote sites such as standalone ATMs and retail stores. “The banking and retail markets continue to evolve through the growing use of digital and mobile devices, with more and more branch operations aiming to enhance convenience and service for their customers. These advancements, however, create greater risk of loss,” says Matt Tengwall, Vice President and General Manager, Banking and Retail Solutions, Verint, “Verint EdgeVMS is designed to help our customers address these challenges head on by incorporating unique intelligence and fraud methodologies with the power to identify threats and perform comprehensive investigations.” System reliability Verint EdgeVMS helps reduce video data loss by increasing system resiliency. Onboard storage provided by an SD card helps ensure video data is protected at all times, even in the event of network downtime. When the IT backbone comes back online, the Verint solution automatically recovers the video from the SD card, enabling comprehensive network reliability. HD-over-Coax HD-over-Coax is a new analog high-definition (HD) video standard that transmits over coaxial cable. Verint now offers this technology via its EdgeVMS platform, enabling customers to implement an HD system using the same coax cables that an analog system runs on, lowering the total cost of ownership. HD-over-Coax installs just like analog cameras and provides up to 1080p HD for improved video quality. Real-time visibility for operational readiness Customers now have the option to extend real-time visibility for operational readiness within the EdgeVMS software. This feature takes monitoring beyond just the EdgeVR and IP cameras to the network switch and storage systems. By adding Verint’s integrated network switch, enhanced intelligence comes to life with a myriad of advanced reporting capabilities. Centralized operations to enhance investigations Centralized Data Services, a powerful feature now incorporated within EdgeVMS, allows customers to strengthen intelligence gathering, streamline investigations and centralize fraud mitigation. With this functionality, Verint is redefining the way clients capture transaction data by automatically associating video data with specific front-end activities. This means, customers can capture all transactions per location, ATM and teller window from an operations center and make decisions based on company-wide data. In addition, fraud investigators can search all sites for transaction and video data based on customized settings, including date, time and transaction number, account number, dollar amount, type of transaction, location, camera name, and terminal and employee ID. Availability of mobile video App for Android devices Verint Mobile Video™ helps transform smart devices into mobile video surveillance and response tools. Now available in iOS and Android versions, customers can gain access to live and recorded video from any mobile device. They also can stream video and share live images, enabling faster, more intelligent decision-making in routine patrols or emergency events.

Device Pack 9.3 for milestone XProtect video management software (VMS) prepares the Milestone community for using audio to increase safety. In addition, more than 300 cameras have received updated or new support. Milestone Systems has released Device Pack 9.3 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect video solutions. The bi-monthly device packs contain software updates for XProtect video management to support new hardware. This year, Milestone reached an industry-first 6,000 supported devices, with new ones constantly being added to each device pack that comes out. Extended support for audio as safety tool In preparation for the soon-to-come XProtect 2017 R3 version, audio support has been enhanced for selected Axis, Hanwha and Sony cameras, in addition to support for AAC (Advanced Audio Codec) in cameras. This audio compression format delivers superior quality compared to the formats traditionally used in VMS. Using audio as an integrated part of a video surveillance system can be a valuable addition to a system’s ability to deliver operational awareness. Audio can also be used in analytics applications to alert and direct attention to incidents not covered by the system’s cameras.

Leveraging its experience in camera image analysis and intelligent algorithms, Dahua Technology has developed thermal imaging devices with innovative functions that balance visible light with infrared, enabling the ability to effectively monitor an area under all lighting conditions. These functions include intelligent temperature measurement which further extends the scope of surveillance applications such as detecting forest fires or quickly checking for passengers with high fevers at international airports. The following three applications demonstrate the widespread capabilities of thermal imaging devices: Border security Dahua Technology has created a comprehensive solution to tackle the challenges of border surveillance. A thermal dome camera (TPC-SD8320) with 30x zoom installed at every 1km of a 100km section of essentially unlit, wild border terrain can quickly detect objects and then confirm threats using visible light images. In this way, just 100 cameras alternately placed on both sides of the border are necessary to provide full coverage, which can be managed by a small team of workers from a command center. The center is outfitted with an e-map, which shows the location and current sight line of each camera, allowing border workers to assess surveillance coverage in real-time. When a camera detects someone entering a restricted area, it will automatically trigger an alarm while continuing to track the target. Staff can then alert the intruder and warn them with sirens. If needed, a team can then be quickly dispatched to confront the intruder. In addition, intelligent route patrol allows operators to configure cameras to follow a set patrol route according to the requirements and the terrain, decreasing the need for manual control. Forest fire prevention With the potential of having catastrophic consequences, fires are the greatest danger to a forest. Efforts to prevent forest fires have been explored over the years, but several difficulties still exist – the area of the forest is disproportionately large to the limited number of patrols who move relatively slowly and are equipped with only their eyes, from which a fire source is very likely to escape detection, especially when smokeless. To effectively prevent forest fires, new technologies that can function more accurately than humans are needed. Dahua’s intelligent forest fire monitoring system automatically monitors the entire forest area, conducting intelligent patrols. If a blaze begins, the system will automatically trigger an alarm via a high precision intelligent algorithm which uses laser positioning to accurately locate the source of the fire. Substation inspection As power transmission hubs, substations must maintain a safe and stable state at all times. Manual patrol alone is not enough since malfunctions can happen in an instant and may not be immediately detected, or a patrol may not be able to see silent breakdowns waiting to occur. Fortunately, new devices allow us to use technology in order to detect problems. Dahua has developed an intelligent substation monitoring system which provides intelligent patrol features complete with a report after each round of patrolling. In other words, it provides users with real-time information about substation equipment in a way that is much more efficient, saving time and labor. Furthermore, it allows humans and machines to work together and take advantage of their respective strengths. If the temperature of equipment or part of the station exceeds a preset limit, the system will automatically trigger an alarm alerting management.